Condado Vanderbilt Hotel

Vanderbilt Hotel (San Juan/Condado, PR), out did themselves throughout the week we spend our vacation in their accomodations (Dec. 14-19, 2025)! Their seasonal plates in the 1919 restaurant are amazing and also their service. Their food is really good and the quality of their ingredients were fenomenal. We follow the recommendations of the rest. Main Server regarding drinks, starters, main courses and deserts; we’re on point. My wife & I have been extremely busy throughout these past months and we decided to do a mini-escape from Atlanta to Puerto Rico. We love the food and service of the 1919 Restaurant but, were we felt really at home was in the Hola Ocean Front restaurant. We felt at home with the atmosphere but, what really took us back was their service. Their service, their people (specially Ruben Quiñones) is what it makes this rest. and experience an outstanding gastronomical experience! Ruben’s service was beyond AMAZING, super attentive, quick and efficient. The whole staff make sure your experience is an amazing one but Ruben was above & beyond! For sure, if you are having a sit down dinner; definitely request Ruben. I’.m not sure how long he has been in the service industry but, we could tell he has been taking care people very well for some time. His service is superb and his personality makes you feel like you know him from many years ago. We also had an amazing and relaxing time in the AVO Cigar Lounge. One of the best cigar lounges we have ever visited in our lifetime. And that’s comparing from cigar lounges in the United States and around the world. Beautiful decor, amazing atmosphere, and the very best of cigar selection. But what it makes to cigar lounge the best, was their service! Miguel Padilla and Adriana were the greatest servers/hostess any cigar aficionado can ask. This duo made us feel super special and relax. Miguel and Adriana make us feel like we were the only two people in the lounge the whole week. They were simply the best! Their dedication, service, attentiveness, and their ownership of to their craft to provide us the best experience they could, make us feel especial and that we were just at home. Miguel and Adriana were simply Amazing! Thank you Miguel and Adriana for your professionalism, dedication,and for a perfect vacation week we had in your company! Respectfully, Javier & Sharon Perez

From the moment we arrived, we were made to feel like absolute kings and queens. Nicole at the front desk welcomed us with such warmth and grace that it immediately set the tone for the entire stay. She made us feel seen, valued, and genuinely happy to be there. The service team was equally outstanding. Alexander and Jean were incredibly kind, welcoming, and attentive — always ready to answer questions and help in any way they could. Their professionalism paired with genuine friendliness made a huge impression on us. Our room was delightful and far exceeded our expectations. Beautifully appointed, comfortable, and luxurious without feeling stiff or pretentious. It was the kind of room you actually want to linger in. We loved our stay so much that we’ve already booked our return and will be back on December 31 for three more nights. This hotel doesn’t just offer luxury — it offers care, hospitality, and an experience that stays with you. Highly recommend, and we can’t wait to return.

Amazing experience overall. Staff cannot be friendlier and accommodating. The guys on the beach to help with chairs and umbrella are great. Especially Diego and John working Christmas Day!

One of the best hotels I've stayed at in a while. Very clean, top-notch service and fantastic food! I will be back in February!

I would have given this review five stars if not for the two main pools being kept at temperatures in the 90s. Apple Watch can inform the water temps. The large pool was consistently 91-93 degrees. The infinity pool which is right there is kept at 93-95 degrees. There is a very small adult pool on the other side of the resort which isn’t as heated, but it is far and has only a couple dozen chairs total. The lobby is quiet and dark. Our room in the west tower looked out over the city. It was comfortable yet on the smaller side. Good shower and not a combo which we prefer. Beach is a bit of a walk, shared with La Concha. But there is a beach. Water very rough this week. Great 5 star service. Some firsts for us Stocked fridge/ help yourself. Free snacks in the room. And the pools are open 24/7. So while we didn’t enjoy the hot pools during the day, we certainly enjoyed them at 11 PM in the evening.