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Casa Of Essence

3.5 star property
Guesthouse in San Juan, 8-minute walk to Port of San Juan

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Studio Suite | City view
Studio Suite | Living area
Luxury Studio | Living area
Superior Suite
Luxury Studio | Living area

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
The current price is AU$304
includes taxes & fees
2 Feb - 3 Feb

Explore the area

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361 Calle San Francisco, San Juan, 00901
  • Place, Calle Fortaleza
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Castillo de San Cristobal
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Port of San Juan
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Juan (SJU-Luis Munoz Marin Intl.)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Economy Room

Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Economy Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Family Apartment

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Large Single Trundle Bed

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Superior Apartment

Superior Apartment

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Premium bedding
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Large Single Beds
  • City view

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Comfort Room, 1 Queen Bed

Comfort Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Design Apartment

Design Apartment

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Futon

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Premier Suite | Living area

Premier Suite

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Single Trundle Bed

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Classic Suite

Classic Suite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Single Trundle Bed

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Luxury Studio | View from room

Luxury Studio

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • City view

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Apartment | View from room

Apartment

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Futon

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Studio Suite | Private kitchen

Studio Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • City view

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Classic Apartment

Classic Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Suite

Superior Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Signature Suite

Signature Suite

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Suite

Standard Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Junior Suite

Junior Suite

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Futon

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About the area

San Juan

At Casa Of Essence you'll be 0.6 km (0.4 mi) from Port of San Juan and 3.5 km (2.2 mi) from Condado Beach. Highlights at this guest house include in-room free WiFi and Smart TVs. .This smoke-free guest house has free WiFi in public areas and a lift. .This 3.5-property class Old San Juan guest house is 4.3 km (2.7 mi) from Puerto Rico Convention Center and 4.8 km (3 mi) from Casino del Mar at La Concha Resort.
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What's nearby

  • Calle Fortaleza - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Castillo de San Cristobal - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Port of San Juan - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Plaza de Armas - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Catedral Basilica Menor de San Juan Bautista - 7 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • Sacred Heart Station - 9 min drive
  • San Juan (SJU-Luis Munoz Marin Intl.) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Caficultura - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Berlin - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Casa Luna Rest - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Mr Weenie Waffles - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Casa Of Essence

Guesthouse in San Juan, 8-minute walk to Port of San Juan
Casa Of Essence offers its guests a lift. Public spaces have free WiFi.

This 3.5-star San Juan guest house is smoke free.

  • 4 guestrooms or units
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
Casa Of Essence offers 4 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. 55-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and toothbrushes and toothpaste. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request

Accessibility

  • Lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Paper towels

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Casa Of Essence

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 10 children stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Up to 10 children stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Casa Of Essence San Juan
Casa Of Essence Guesthouse
Casa Of Essence Guesthouse San Juan

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Casa Of Essence?

Casa Of Essence offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Casa Of Essence?

As of 24 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Casa Of Essence on 2 Feb 2026 start from AU$303.54, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to Casa Of Essence?

The closest beach to Casa Of Essence is Condado Beach (3.3 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Casa Of Essence?

No, Casa Of Essence does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Casa Of Essence?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Casa Of Essence?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Casa Of Essence Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 264 out of 418 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 103 out of 418 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 28 out of 418 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 418 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 418 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Humbertilio

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elden L

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Owner and his daughter provide good communications, and friendly service. Casa of Essence is an enjoyable, affordable, and safe place to stay. The room was very clean. The bed was comfortable. My only suggestion for improvement would be to put a small plastic table in the corner of the large shower, or install a small shelf, to place soap and shampoo while you shower.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My stay at Casa of Essence was perfect! My flight landed a little earlier than expected, and thankfully, they were able to accommodate me with an early check-in. The room was a good size for one or two people, very clean, and the AC worked wonders against the heat and humidity.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosalva

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a wonderful experience at Casa of Essence. I stayed in the Economy Room, which is perfect for one or two guests. The host was always available and responsive to my concerns, which I really appreciated. Everything was within walking distance, making it very convenient. I highly recommend this place if you're visiting Puerto Rico for a few days, and I would definitely return here in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cesar

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Myra

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Property was great! Room was very clean and stocked! Only issue I had was the mosquitos. Word of advice, just get some bug spray or the bracelets. Will definitely book again. Parking can be difficult on the strip but there are parking lots a short walk away and very cheap. You can sightsee or shop on the way. Overall, beautiful place.
Front of property
Balcony view
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Antonio

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I had a great stay at Casa of Essence. The staff were exceptionally friendly, making early check in easy. The property was very clean, both in the rooms and in the common areas, which made the stay even more comfortable. The location couldn’t be better — it’s close to almost everything in Old San Juan, so we were able to walk to restaurants, shops, historic sites, and the waterfront without needing transportation. Overall, Casa of Essence provided a comfortable and convenient base for exploring the city, and I’d happily stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Angela

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
When the reservation was made, we expected the room designated would match the reservation photos. This was not the case. We were given a small room where we needed to ask for toiletries. There was a significant decrease in water pressure for showering, flushing etc. by the end of our stay. The property was being painted during the day and we had to be extremely careful not to touch the elevator interior to avoid getting paint on our luggage. The elevator would not reach even to the floor and you had to step up.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Family stay.

We had an amazing time. The beds were amazingly comfortable. The bathroom and shower were clean. We did see a couple bugs, but I do understand we’re on a tropical island. They were tiny and not very overwhelming. It was great to have an air conditioning type unit in each area. It’s a great location everything we wanted to do was within walking distance. I would definitely recommend this to anybody going to Puerto Rico. One little sidenote, my daughter absolutely loved the ice cream shop across the street. And the convenience store on the corner had just about anything we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brent M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean place to stay in old San Juan. We felt very safe and it was close to shops, restaurants and
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

erica

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
You can walk around and find something to do all day
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shawna

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, clean, well furnished. Easy access with coded locks, lication was safe and secure. A/C worked great!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Aquiles

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Roach and Termite Infested: 3rd for apartment

Unacceptable conditions. The Crystal Room in floor 3 was infested with roaches, mildew in shower curtains, the entire property smells like mold, we were swarmed by termites all over the apartment on the last night, poor sleep, dried snot in bathroom walls, tight bathroom space, no good warm water, electrical system attached to shower head, small baby roaches all over kitchen utensils and pots. Needs fumigation, wall repairs, mold mitigation and better decor.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosarito

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
GREAT location, beautiful and comfortable space. My teenagers loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Elijah

Liked: Cleanliness
I stayed in the patio room, included a mini fridge a microwave, private bathroom, TV, and wifi. Very convinent location, walking distance to most Old San Juan attractions. Beach towels and bath towels are provided.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Rashawndra

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The decoration are unique, but the room is comfy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tanya

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tara

Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the location, and the way it looks once you entered the building. The people is very friendly and if you have any question they will answer you very quickly. I hope I can go back to the Island soon, and I would definitely stay in this place again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Bryan

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was ok. For the same price I could have gotten a hotel room with two beds, pool and rooftop terrace, but I was duped by Hotels.com thinking it was $75 cheaper, till Casa of Essence, added the $65 "property fee," which no one else charged.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jazmine

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed there 5 night, really nice that you can come and go as you please, really quiet at night and we stayed at “the garden apartment” loved it and quiet at night
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025