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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 | Living area | 55-inch Smart TV with digital channels, TV
Studio Suite | City view
Design Apartment | Living area | 55-inch Smart TV with digital channels, TV
Studio Suite | Living area | 55-inch Smart TV with digital channels, TV
1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated
Casa Of Essence provides a genuine retreat for travelers exploring San Juan. Guests enjoy the convenience of in-room WiFi while appreciating the clean air of the smoke-free property, making it an excellent base for both relaxation and Puerto Rican exploration.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi

Room options

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Economy Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)

Highlights

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

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Family Apartment

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 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 Twin Bed and 1 Large Twin Trundle Bed

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Superior Apartment | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

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
  • City view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Large Twin Beds

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Comfort Room, 1 Queen Bed | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Comfort Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(15 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 | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Design Apartment

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Premier Suite | Living area | 55-inch Smart TV with digital channels, TV

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 Twin Trundle Bed

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Classic Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Classic Suite

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 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 Twin Trundle Bed

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Luxury Studio | View from room

Luxury Studio

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

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

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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 Twin Futon

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Studio Suite | Private kitchen | Mini-fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, coffee grinder

Studio Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Classic Apartment

Classic Apartment | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

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
Hair dryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Superior Suite

Superior Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Superior Suite

Highlights

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

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Signature Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Signature Suite

Highlights

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

View all photos for Standard Suite

Standard Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Standard Suite

Highlights

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

View all photos for Junior Suite

Junior Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Junior Suite

Highlights

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

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About the neighborhood

Map
361 Calle San Francisco, San Juan, 00901

What's nearby

  • Port of San Juan - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Condado Beach - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Distrito T-Mobile - 4 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Puerto Rico Convention Center - 5 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Pan American Pier - 6 min drive - 3.0 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

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

About this property

Casa Of Essence

Guesthouse near Port of San Juan
Near Pan American Pier, Casa Of Essence provides everything you need. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • An elevator and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews say great things about the location
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Showers, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • 55-inch Smart TVs with digital channels
  • Mini fridges, microwaves, and coffee grinders

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge

Guest services

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

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

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 available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

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

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

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
10 children can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property 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

We should mention

No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Casa Of Essence pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Casa Of Essence?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Casa Of Essence?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Casa Of Essence?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Casa Of Essence located?

Located in Old San Juan, this guesthouse is within a 10-minute walk of Calle Fortaleza and Port of San Juan. Condado Beach and Puerto Rico Convention Center are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Casa Of Essence Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 240 out of 384 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 95 out of 384 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 27 out of 384 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 384 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 384 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 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

Rosarito

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

10/10 Excellent

Himesh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 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

10/10 Excellent

Maria

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

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean and comfortable. Close to dining, shopping and tourist attractions. Very walkable.
Stayed 2 nights in May 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

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic, highly recommended
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic stay! Would recommend to friends and family! Perfect location!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

juan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Devin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is the perfect location for your first trip to Puerto Rico! You can spend an entire week just looking at everything within walking distance.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

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

Great Place To Stay

Very beautiful, clean and well located. Would most definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melvin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The apartment was absolutely beautiful! Loved the location! Crystal was an amazing host! I will definitely stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Julie Anne

Liked: Cleanliness
We enjoy our stay and the connivence of being in Old San Juan.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Enrico

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the best hotels I’ve ever stayed in! Perfect location and size
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nathaniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable and convenient. Great property.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Norma

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful unit located in a great location near all the restaurants and attractions
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

LaVerne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel is like an apartment, roomy, cozy, clean, and everything you need for your stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jorge Felix

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, clean and nice room. Definitely recommend!

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The Vintage Suite was beautiful and I enjoyed my stay. I would definitely book here again & recommend it to others.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

STEPHANIE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The apartment was beautiful especially rhe entrance.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Onixavier

Liked: Staff & service
It was nice, it smelled humid and the decor was a little all over the place, but overall it was good 😊
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ivett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The host was excellent , very responsive, and provided helpful recommendations for places to eat and visit. We appreciated how easy the check-in process was, and the communication was seamless throughout our stay. Our stay at Cada of Essence was absolutely wonderful! The location was perfect – close to everything we wanted to explore . The home was spotless, beautifully decorated, and had all the amenities we needed to feel right at home.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

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