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2011 McLeary Street | Ocean Park, San Juan 00911, Puerto Rico
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Andalucia Guest House
Ranked #6 of 22 San Juan B&B and Inns
4.5 of 5 stars 236 Reviews
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  • Ocean park(12)
  • Beach towels(10)
  • Hot tub(8)
  • Very nice(6)
  • Friendly and helpful(4)
  • Short walk(3)
  • Cafe con leche(3)
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New Jersey
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
“Good Location and Reasonably Priced”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 January 2012
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You want to visit and stay in San Juan but are on a tight budget; but also want to stay at a place that is located in a reasonably safe area, is clean and is also reasonably priced: Andalusia Guest House is for you. We stayed at the guest house from January 13th to January 19th, 2012.

I can’t say enough good things of the friendly and courteous services that the owners, Esteban and Emeo, provided us during our six-days stay. Javier (we understand he works part-time) was also extremely helpful. Every question, every request or need we had was answered and/or provided graciously and without hesitation.

I guess that compared to expensive hotels nearby, the rooms in Andalusia Guest House are small but they are cozy and that compensates for the lack of room size. At first we were concerned but after the second day we did not even notice. One thing we noticed immediately at check-in was that the room and bathroom were very clean. Once a day, after an outing, the room was fixed and cleaned extremely well. Another couple we went with on this vacation had the same initial concern; but just as we, they felt exactly the same a day later. We would definitely come back.

Easily accessible and inside a two-minute walk from the guest house you find a wide beach. The beach is also good for swimming. Esteban and Emeo provide beach chairs and towels. The guest house has a charming patio with a Jacuzzi you can enjoy after you spend time at the beach; or it can be something to enjoy later in the evening. Buy a bottle of rum, and for a very reasonable price you can purchase soft drinks at the guest house and enjoy cheap Cuba Libre drinks – but don’t over do it (Coca Cola is best for Cuba Libres). Or you can purchase wine and cheese at the nearby Kasalta bakery and enjoy that as well. Some items sold in Kasalta can be a bit pricey; but everything they sell is good quality. Breakfast, lunch or dinner can be as cheap or as expensive as you want. Esteban and/or Emeo will give you suggestions for good places to eat in the area.

When you visit a place you are not familiar with you should always be careful and aware of your surroundings. As long as you don’t stray too far away from Ashford Avenue or McLeary Street, (within a few blocks McLeary Street becomes Ashford Avenue) you can take long evening walks and explore the expensive Hotels and Casinos located on Ashford Avenue.

Thank you, Esteban and Emeo, for helping us have a healthy, safe and inexpensive stay in San Juan.

Room Tip: Stayed on the back of guest house: room #3, next to the Jacuzzi. When needed, the AC worked very we...
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  • Stayed January 2012, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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New York City, New York
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3 reviews 3 reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“Andalucia was absolutely perfect for us!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 January 2012
2
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Andalucia was great. It was quiet but still had a lot of personality and Emeo and Esteban seem to have thought of everything. We stayed in room 8 on the bottom floor right next to the jacuzzi. What I liked most about this hotel was the sense of community and the trust that the owners give their patrons. They supplied wifi, beach towels, coolers, ice, boogie boards, maps, sunscreen, aloe, condiments at no extra charge and water, sodas, juice and snacks on an honor system. I really got the impression that they cared that their guests were comfortable and wanted to make sure they could help out as much as possible without being overbearing. The hotel was very clean, and our room was very comfortable. I would recommend this place to anyone, especially first-timers to Puerto Rico.

Room Tip: Room 8 was comfortable and convenient but, while it wasn't a problem for us, being close to the...
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  • Stayed January 2012, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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New Jersey
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“Friendly hosts but cramped rooms”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 January 2012
1
person found this review helpful

The hosts were very pleasant and friendly. Its close to the beach and they have a nice jacuzzi. Unfortunately the room we were given was too cramped even to keep our suitcase open. The idea in staying here was so that we can walk over to beach and try the local lifestyle but even this can be marred when you feel claustrophobic in the tiny space during nights/early mornings. They have a fridge you can use to get water and sodas for a dollar. Breakfast is not served but there are some nice places nearby. In all, it wasn't unpleasant but I don't understand how this place got such high reviews.

  • Stayed December 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 2 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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32 reviews 32 reviews
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15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
“Charming, comfortable, close to beach and restaurants”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 January 2012
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Very clean, cozy if small rooms. Friendly service, wonderful patio. A few really short blocks to the beach. We had a room that faced the patio, with small double doors that opened to the patio view the first several nights we were there. Nice decor. The second time on our way back from the outer islands, we had a room that faced the street. Nice but some traffic noise early in the morning. Refrigerators in both rooms - nice for keeping drinks cold.

The owners provide guests with a laminated map and lots of information. Coolers and beach towels available. Great location for walking to restaurants and the art museum as well as the Santurce market. We would stay here again.

  • Stayed December 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Boston, Massachusetts
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
“Excellent for the right type of traveler...”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 January 2012
4
people found this review helpful

I LOVED this place. It was cozy and clean and filled with warm and friendly travelers looking for an adventure. Due to the intimate nature of the guest house it is very conducive to striking up conversations with other guests. It is personal in a way that is not intrusive. All in all if you are an adventurous person who is looking for a great place to stay, close to the beach and not a carbon copy establishment that you could find anywhere in the US then this is the place for you! Emeo, Estaban, and Andreas are a delight!

Room Tip: there is a room on the second floor with a canopy bed and a small kitchen, I think it's #10. Dep...
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  • Stayed December 2011, travelled with friends
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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2011 McLeary Street | Ocean Park, San Juan 00911, Puerto Rico
Price range (per night):* INR4,425 - 5,545

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