Glitz and Glamour
Description:
We wanted to visit El Conquistador, one of the island's best resorts, but at the same time we wanted to get a better feel of the island before being sequestered away. The Ritz in Isla Verde commands a high price, but it is the most private of the large hotels in San Juan. The nightlife in San Juan is somewhat reminiscent of Miami beach, with the added bonus of casinos. Once in El Conquistador, we decided to take advantage of some of the nearby excursions rather than just lounging around the pool and beach, and these certainly made the trip memorable.
Author: Melanie
Day 1 - San Juan
After a nice afternoon at the beach, we had an exquisite dinner at Il Mulinno, then played a little in the casino. We took a short cab over to the rooftop lounge at the Water Club.
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The Ritz-Carlton, San Juan Hotel, Spa, and Casino
Location:
view in google maps6961 Avenue Of The Governors
00979 San Juan, PR
Phone:
787-253-17002
Wet and Liquid
Location:
view in google maps2 Tartak Street, the Waterclub Hotel
00979 San Juan, Puerto Rico
Phone:
787 728 3666Day 2 - San Juan
We spent the day at the pool. At night we tried the casino at El San Juan. It's a little bigger than the one at the ritz, but mainly impressive for the gorgeous lobby. We went a bit early to the nightclub Bravas and left as it was starting to fill up at 11.
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Ocean Bar and Grill (The)
Location:
view in google mapsThe Ritz-Carlton San Juan
Ave of the Governors
00979 San Juan, Puerto Rico
Phone:
787 253 17002
Bravas
Location:
view in google maps6063 Isla Verde Ave
El San Juan Hotel & Casino
00902 San Juan, Puerto Rico
Phone:
787 444 7778Day 3 - San Juan
We arranged for pick up from El Conquistador, which was about an hour's drive from San Juan. There are plenty of activities, restaurants, pools, and a casino at the resort. The beach is a little disappointing however. The resort is very close to the bioluminescent bay, and we arranged for a sunset kayak tour. The kayaking was not difficult, but it is a little strenuous overall.
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Las Tortugas Adventures
Location:
view in google mapsP.O. Box 1637, Canovanas PR, 00729-1637
00729 San Juan, Puerto Rico
Phone:
17878090252 +17876378356Day 4 - Puerto Rico
We arranged for a day sailing trip out to a nearby island.
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Erin Go Bragh
Location:
view in google mapsPO Box 718
00740 Puerto Rico, Puerto Rico
Phone:
+1 787 860 4401