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Small Hotels near Culture and the Arts

Even though you may think of Puerto Rico as the perfect destination for your Caribbean vacation, don’t forget that there is rich cultural life throughout the island.

Major museums can be found in San Juan, Santurce’s new Art’s District and Ponce. Theatrical productions and musical events take place throughout the year in Old San Juan’s historic Tapia Theatre, Santurce’s ‘Centro de Bellas Artes’ and at theaters in Ponce and Mayaguez.

Virtually every town in Puerto Rico has their local festivals to honor the town’s patron saint. Add to this all of the festivals to celebrate music, dance, artisans and local agricultural products such as coffee, bananas and plantains.

The Christmas season is almost one big cultural event with festivities in every corner of Puerto Rico. Please check each hotel’s website for details and special packages to help celebrate the arts with us in Puerto Rico.

The following small hotels are members of the Puerto Rico Hotel & Tourism Association.

Click here for an interactive map of Puerto Rico with featured hotels

Acacia Seaside Inn – Condado, San Juan

Acacia Sea Side Inn is nestled in the city yet literally only steps from the nicest beach on the north shore.

Tropical rooms, suites. A/C, TV Tel. Balcony rooms have ocean views towards the beach!

Condado beach stretches out under our tropical sun but also has a wonderful grove of Palms offering a respite in the shade.

Waves gently come ashore and wash over your body as you dip into the warm Caribbean Sea.

787-725-0668   Toll free # 800-946-3244

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At Wind Chimes Inn – Condado/San Juan

At Wind Chimes Inn is a restored Colonial Spanish Villa a truly intimate Boutique Hotel just a short block from the nicest beach on the North Shore. Tropical rooms, suites with 10′ Ceilings, Terracotta Floors & private baths. A/C, TV Tel. & WIFI. Gourmet food and daiquiris served at the Tiki Boat Bar or in-room service. Relax!!!

Mornings At Wind Chimes belong to the Caribbean sun and fresh-brewed Puerto Rican coffee. Lay back to catch some rays on the upper sun deck, delve into a classic from our little library or lounge in the tropical courtyard

787-727-4153     Toll free reservations: 800-946-3244

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El Canario by the Lagoon - Condado/San Juan

A moderately priced small European-style hotel for those who prefer a central location in the Condado area of San Juan.

Comfortably situated in a friendly, quiet, residential neighborhood, near the new “Window to the Sea” oceanfront park & beautiful Condado Beach. Walking distance to restaurants, shops, casinos and nightlife.

Our excellent location makes us most convenient for vacationing families and business people alike. Free continental breakfast daily.

All of our rooms have a refrigerator and a private balcony. Free Wi-Fi.

787-722-5058

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El Canario Inn - Condado/San Juan

A Spanish-style ‘Bed and Breakfast’ Inn with 25 comfortable air conditioned rooms with private bathroom, cable/color TV and telephone.

Conveniently located one block from the beach and right in the heart of the Condado, San Juan’s main tourist area. El Canario Inn is a choice selection for both vacationers and business people alike.

Fill your day with the warmth of the tropical sun at beautiful Condado Beach just one block away. Diving, sailing, sightseeing, swimming, shopping, dining and casinos are all within walking distance of the El Canario Inn.

787-722-3861

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Hosteria del Mar - Ocean Park, San Juan

Tired of staying at big hotels? Ready for a new experience in Caribbean hostelry? Open the windows of your mind to Hostería del Mar. Ours is a place of charm and simple elegance, designed to give our guests the flavor of our European heritage and the warmth of our Puerto Rican hospitality.

From the moment you arrive to Hostería del Mar your senses will be indulged with the exuberant beauty of the tropical environment enhanced by an elegant architecture and exquisite decor. At Hosteria we care for every detail to please our guests. Our restaurant offers the perfect setting to enjoy the wide variety of dishes served for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

787-727-3302

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Hotel El Convento – Old San Juan

An architectural landmark in the heart of historic Old San Juan, El Convento, offers an ideal combination of traditional elegance and modern technology. A former Carmelite convent built three and a half centuries ago, El Convento is a member of Historic Hotels of America, and Small Luxury Hotels of the World.

Luxurious accommodations, with impeccable service, El Convento’s ambience creates an overall guest experience unmatched in Puerto Rico. Long recognized as the Grande Dame of Old World boutique hotels.

Experience El Convento, and become part of the legend.

787-723-9020

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Hotel Meliá - Poncé

The Hotel Meliá is located in the heart of the Historic District of Ponce, facing Plaza Las Delicias and the colorful and picturesque Firehouse Museum. The Hotel is within walking distance of Ponce’s Central Business District. The Ponce Art Museum, the Museum of History of Ponce, the Serrallés Castle Museum, and many other tourists attractions are within minutes of us.

Across the street the Municipal Goverment of the City of Ponce offers free trolley tours around the Historic District. The Hotel Meliá has been managed by the Meliá family for more than 80 years.

787-842-0260

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Hotel Miramar – Miramar/San Juan

The Hotel Miramar is a charming, low-key intimate European style hotel located in Miramar, one of San Juan’s most historic neighborhoods overlooking the Condado Lagoon, right on Ponce de Leon Avenue . Only a short walk to the new Puerto Rico Convention Center, restaurants, movie theaters, shops, nightlife, the beaches of Condado and the San Juan Marina. The cruise ship piers and historical Old San Juan are just minutes away. From the terrace on the ninth floor there is a spectacular view of the Bay and the sea. Simply affordable! Winner 2005 PR Tourism Company Quality Award.

787-977-1000

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La Playa Hotel - Isla Verde/San Juan

San Juan’s newest intimate beach hotel, oceanfront restaurant & spa!

Completely renovated in 2008 – 15 guest rooms with upgraded furnishings and private bathrooms – just 5 minutes from San Juan’s airport at the best location in Isla Verde – between two of the best beaches in Puerto Rico.

La Playita Restaurant & Bar features healthy, creative cuisine plus our famous burgers & pizza – with great ocean views & friendly service.

Short walk to all casinos, nightlife and water sports. Parking Available.

Kama Spa opens in October 2010. Best Beach Value in San Juan!

787-791-1115

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Quality Inn El Portal - San Juan/Condado

Ideally located one-half mile from the beautiful Atlantic Ocean, the Quality Inn® El Portal hotel offers easy access to many popular island attractions and points of interest.

This San Juan, Puerto Rico hotel is just minutes from the Museum of Contemporary Art of Puerto Rico (Museo Arte Contemporáneo de Puerto Rico), the Luis A. Ferre Performing Arts Center (Centro de Bellas Artes Luis A. Ferré), the Art Museum of Puerto Rico (Museo de Arte de Puerto Rico) and the Puerto Rico Convention Center (Centro de Convenciones de Puerto Rico).

787-721-9010

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Parador Palmas de Lucia – Yabucoa

Our facilities are located in front of Lucía Beach, on Puerto Rico’s magnificent southeast coast. Our family oriented facility has a combined colonial style with a tropical decoration.

We have 34 fully furnish bedrooms with air-conditioner, TV Satellite, microwave oven, small refrigerator, coffee maker, phone, and private bath with amenities.

The beach is only 100 feet (30 meters) walking from our main entrance and across the street we have a private free parking lot for our guests.

787-893-4423

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Tres Palmas Inn – Punta las Marias/San Juan

Our 18 room beachfront inn, recently renovated, is a delightful new alternative to traditional high priced and crowded hotels. We combine the warmth, hospitality and personal attention of a bed & breakfast with a good quality product, offering many facilities of expensive hotels at a lower price.

We are located in one of the most beautiful sandy beaches of the San Juan area, only 10 minutes from the airport and Old San Juan.

Tres Palmas Inn is nestled between the two main tourist destinations of San Juan: The Condado to the west and Isla Verde to the east where you can find a wide variety of fine restaurants, luxury hotels and casinos.

787-727-4617

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