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2.5 of 5
Trupo Industrial Park 103 | Mercedita, Ponce 00715, Puerto Rico
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Ranked #5 of 7 hotels in Ponce
3.5 of 5 stars 74 Reviews
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New York City, New York
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
“Only stay here if you NEED to be close to the airport”
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 January 2012
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We stayed at the Pone HoJo for one night so that we were closer to the airport for our morning departure. The proximity to the airport was the only thing that they managed to deliver. Upon arrival we needed to wait for the receptionist to finish her call with her friend to check-in. When entering our lovely room we found a mound of ants, a brown spotty ceiling from water damage and mattress fit for torture. That was the good part. Do yourself a favor, Ponce is small and easy to get around. Stay somewhere, anywhere, else.

Oh, I forgot to mention that I took the trash from our dinner downstairs to throw away so that we wouldn't attract more bugs. When asking the receptionist for the location of the trash can, she pointed to the parking lot and got back on her phone call with her friend again.

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  • Stayed December 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 2 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 2 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 1 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 2 of 5 stars Service
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52 reviews 52 reviews
Reviews in 29 cities Reviews in 29 cities
48 helpful votes 48 helpful votes
“Not sure if I'd recommend it or not.”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 January 2012
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I got a good multi-day rate through Expedia which made it a value good value. When we first arrived, we were pleasantly suprised at how spacious the hotel was. It seemed clean and fairly modern/efficient. We stayed 4-nights though and as time wore on we became more aware of its flaws. Here are some:

Very small ants are all over the place.
Loud hallway since we were close to front.
Toilet backed up a couple times and had to be plunged.

That said, the pool was pretty good size (though chilly) and really the place met our needs.

One other note is that they do not have an elevator and the upstairs rooms are for smoking. Get a first floor room, even if it means less privacy. They sent us up there first and the smell told me right away to go back and get something better.

Room Tip: First floor, but away from front/conference room.
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  • Stayed January 2012, travelled with family
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 2 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 2 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 2 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
“Ok but probably wouldn't stay again...”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 January 2012
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The hotel was ok - it was old and a bit musty but a decent deal. I was there for work or else I wouldn't have stayed in Ponce. If I had to stay in Ponce I would consider staying there again.

Room Tip: There are no elevators so if you don't like stairs ask for a room on the first floor.
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  • Stayed January 2012, travelled on business
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
“Good Value”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 January 2012
2
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I've stayed at this hotel many times over the past 8 years because it is close to where I work. The hotel is clean and the service is excellent. This is the best value you will find in the area. It is not on the ocean, so don't expect a beach front view. However, the pool area is very nice and a good place for the family to hang out. The restaurant is open for breakfast and dinner, but was closed for lunch during my last stay. Be sure to check the hours, as that may change

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  • Stayed January 2012, travelled on business
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Mayaguez, Puerto Rico
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“Improve hotel”
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 November 2011
1
person found this review helpful

Stayed at the hotel on the weekend of 11-11 until 11-13 2011.
Attendance and service at the front desk was good. Everyone was pleasent and helpful.

The blanket on both beds had holes in it. Did not give a good impression.
The towels were supposed to be white but looked grey. There were no shower caps.

On a whole the room was clean. Hope they improve for the tourist season. Since they have a good location by the Mercedita Airport, just 5 minutes away.

  • Stayed November 2011, travelled with family
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Address: Trupo Industrial Park 103 | Mercedita, Ponce 00715, Puerto Rico
Price range (per night):* INR5,377 - 7,505

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