When we stayed at the SJ Resort & Stellaris Casino, they were still finishing up the work on the lobby... so even with the construction we had an outstanding time. Let me tell you why: during the Thanksgiving week it seems that families from all over take advantage of the discounted rates to fly in - super for families of children that want to play with others! They highly touted slide and pools are fantastic. Staff is more than amazing. We were able to use the club on the top floor (Marriott gold) and have free breakfast daily. We could also return for happy hour snacks. The view is outstanding. Everything is very clean. Service is outstanding. You have to ask if you are not satisfied or if you want something. Pool side is a little slow, but we didn't use it much. You know we didn't get beach side rooms and didn't miss it. We had a view of the Starbucks side of the street. I liked looking at the city - didn't mind looking at the rooftops. We weren't there often. Saved our money for souvenirs and other things. Despite crime stats and warnings, we had no problems walking around - even at night. But we didn't go out late it's true. Stocked up on Walgreen's water. The two Puerto Rican restaurants down the street are amazing, and very friendly. We ate local entirely. Wow, I miss Puerto Rico! When we return you bet we are staying at the Stellaris! I'm glad that we didn't book a lot of stuff before we left - you can go to El Junque and get in for free without the guided tour. I wanted the tour but my child would never had made it. Plan for 4 hours. We also had to skip a few other things because of car sickness. I have heard now there is a less twisty path to take by rental, for our return, but I have to look it up. The one thing I bought first was off site airport parking and that paid off. It was faster than long-term parking at the airport, and much less expensive. We'll do that again.

we had ocean view wonderfull;rms baths clean;mgt cked twice all okk;it was greatl;free drinks ;munchies avail;1st;night;;;sat pm dancing fun;carbi music;felt special;;recommend eat out often great options on street;never be out after midnight;;;pools good but jacci soso;temps/ crowded;;overall highly recommend;;alot other bad comments from some highly picky people assuming;;rate 8.5 out 10 scorcing;;;most bang for a buck;great location;;staff friendly -helpfull;;go sailing snokling fajado-marinas-best day on island;;paul-boston

My wife and I stayed at this hotel for a special celebration. The hotel itself is very nice, just as you would expect for a full Marriott. The staff was outstanding! We were floored by how well we were treated by everyone, from the front desk upon checking-in to the wait staff to housekeeping. All fantastic.

I stay here frequently for business and sometimes over weekends. The hotel is right on the beach and has it's own large pool and well equipped gym. There is a casino attached to the hotel that I tend to stay clear of. There are 2 restraunts an upscale Italian and a more relaxed meditteranian/american with views of the beach. Both are just OK but offer a really good choice.

Going to the beach is a nice experience as the hotel supplies beds, unbrellas, and towels and will even bring them to you preferred spot. There is live music most nights in the lobby,

The rooms are clean and very typical of the Marriott group and the staff are friendly and do their best to look after you.

All in all not a bad place it's just missing the 'wow' factor but then I expect it would not be such good value!