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The Happy Place

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Yes that is the ocean
first building on the right side of the photo
View of the apt., beach right in front
Nespresso coffee maker, uses capsules
The Shining Star

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Plaza del Mercado
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Kitchenette
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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San Juan, Puerto Rico
  • Place, Atlantic Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Casino del Mar at La Concha Resort
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Condado Beach
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Juan (SJU-Luis Munoz Marin Intl.)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Kitchenette
Dining area

About this property

The Happy Place

Modern Nautical open floor plan studio apt. with wall to wall ocean view, beach right in front. Have a chic brunch at Dulcesalado or at Sabrina's. Dinner alfresco at one of the cafes at Paseo De La Fama Park on the beach. FREE: Thurs. live Jazz at the Vanderbilt. Saturdays, live salsa music & dancing at The Marriott across the street. Calle Louisa trendy cafes & clubs or Placita Santurce block party every night with live music. Go to T-Mobile Central for live outdoor music and multiple restaurant choices. Brunch by the pool at the Vanderbilt with live DJ. There is no 24 hrs. check in, Check In time are from 1:00 pm thru 7:00 pm

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House Rules

Check in after 1:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
CHECK IN HOURS 1:00 PM TO 7:00 PM CHECK OUT 11:00 AM

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 204763
Property # 2099943vb
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

San Juan

Located on the beach, this apartment is in Condado, a neighbourhood in San Juan. Shoppers can check out Distrito T-Mobile, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Condado Beach and Escambron Beach. Centro de Bellas Artes Luis A. Ferre and The Wheel are also worth visiting. With jet skiing, kayaking and scuba diving nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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What's nearby

  • Atlantic Beach - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Casino del Mar at La Concha Resort - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Plaza Antonia Quinones - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Parque La Ventana al Mar - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Condado Beach - 17 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Domenech Station - 6 min drive
  • San Juan (SJU-Luis Munoz Marin Intl.) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ropa Vieja - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Chocobar Cortés - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Pannes - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Tayzan Chinese & Japanese Cuisine - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Cocina Abierta - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Happy Place pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Happy Place?

As of 21 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Happy Place on 24 July 2026 start from NZ$441, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Happy Place?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Happy Place?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Happy Place?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Happy Place located?

Nestled on the beach, this Condado apartment building is within a 5-minute walk of Atlantic Beach and Casino del Mar at La Concha Resort. Condado Beach and Distrito T-Mobile are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 36 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

jaydan v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing stay. Great location
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trevor FLIPKEY

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place, perfect location. Place was well stocked and Elsa was quick with help during check in. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 2 March 2026
Thank you Trevor for your generous review
Verified

10/10 Excellent

gina r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful ocean view, safe, easy access area, beautiful property, very clean, helpful host
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Well, this was our third stay in three years at The Happy Place and it just keeps getting better and better. The place is always immaculate comfortable and very convenient. The host and her assistant, who meets us at the property has always been very sweet and helpful. Can’t wait for our next Puerto Rico adventure at The Happy Place.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 March 2026
Thank you for your generous review & I’m glad when you visit your stay is a pleasant one.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beatriz M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay!

Clean, cozy, and close to the water
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark F.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable Place Great Location

Loved the condo, the ocean, Condado, and all of Puerto Rico.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 April 2025
I’m glad you enjoyed your stay, thank you for positive review
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

The place was perfect. Mr Ramos was so kind and helpful - thanks for a great trip!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Closest you can get to the beach and walking distance to everything at an affordable rate!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bryant S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place and location

Overall great experience. Mr. Ramos made it all easy and stress free
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lorri O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place!

The condo was very clean and really comfortable. Great location and fantastic view of the beach. We hope to stay there again soon.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 November 2023
I am glad you found everything in order, I hope you had a great time and thank you for your short to the point great review.
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome stay!

Our stay was amazing! The view and the property were awesome. Will be returning! The manager and staff were so nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 4 March 2021
Thank you for taking the time to write a great review. So pleased that your time here was a great one.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jody S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Getaway

The condo is very cute and well-equipped. Mr Ramos (property manager) was the absolute best! Very helpful and kind. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 31 October 2024
Hi Jody, I am grateful for your generous review, thank you!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diana C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Magical time in Puerto Rico

We loved staying at The Happy Place. We had everything we needed. The place was very clean and safe. The views were amazing. I will def be visiting again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
you cant be any closer to the water. we could sleep with the patio door open and listen to the waves 24/7
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great views

This is a well maintained condo right on the ocean. Enjoy your morning coffee listing to the site and sounds of the ocean. Thank you to the owner for sharing!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location

The unit is right on Condado Beach with a beautiful ocean view. It had everything I needed for a very pleasant, comfortable stay. Highly recommend it.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 23 September 2023
Hi Mary, Your review is greatly appreciated, thank you for choosing the Island of Puerto Rico for your vaca., specifically my little happy place. I hope you had a memorable fun time.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tropik V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

TRULY A VERY HAPPY PLACE!

Every aspect of our trip was A+! This is an incredible condo ON Condado beach with a gorgeous view of the waves and a perfect location to get to everything! We will most definitely be returning!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 9 November 2023
It’s a good feeling to know that your stay was a comfortable happy one. Thank you for being my guest and for the lovely review.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ivan V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location great host

Great experience. Location is on the beach and near shopping and many good restaurants. Condo is clean and comfortable. Checkin and checkout process was very good. Host is very responsive.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 10 February 2023
A good review is always welcomed, thank you Ivan.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ivette F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location

Great location! You can hear the waves from the unit. Walking distance to restaurants and bars. Clean and has all the necessities. Will stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 19 April 2021
Thank you for your generous review, I am glad your stay was a memorable one and that everything was to your standard. I would love to have you back.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Grant and Briana

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Honeymoon/ First time in Puerto Rico

The property is right on the beach and the balcony view is great. We stayed for a week and this is a prime location for anyone staying in san juan for a teip. The property is within walking distance of many eatery/ drink spots and if you are traveling to other spots, its a short uber ride from many of the destinations you might be seeing. Overall Elsa is a very commincative host and the property manager Mr. Ramos is very friendly and easily approachable for any questions. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 May 2025
Grant and Briana, I am happy to hear your trip was what you expected. Thank you for the great! review.
Verified

8/10 Good

Sylvie N.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay at The Happy Place. We fell asleep to the sound of the waves crashing onto shore each night. The apartment is small but clean. It is comfortable for two people. You have everything you need including items to use on the beach. Mr. Ramos is very nice. The proximity to the beach cannot be beat. You are steps away from water. It is easy to rent lounge chairs and umbrellas (30 for two chairs and an umbrella). There is a drink stand nearby where you can purchase cold drinks. There are people who walk around and sell coconuts that they cut so you can drink the water.You are one block away from a Walgreens. There are numerous places to get food. The Mahi Mahi at La Dulce Vida was excellent. The best meal we had was at Tacos and Tequila. The food and drinks are absolutely fantastic. We can recommend taking the ferry to the Bacardi Rum Distillery and going on the Founders Tour. Walking around Old San Juan is also very enjoyable.
View from room.
Cafe Cola’o in Old San Juan before we boarded the ferry to Cantano.
View from Ferry.
Drinking at the Barcardi Distillery.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 26 March 2026
Thank you Sylvie, for your good review. I’m pleased that you had a pleasant time in the island of Puerto Rico & for choosing my place for those memories.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay - highly recommend

We had a wonderful week at The Happy Place. The view of the ocean is spectacular. The waves are nature's sound machine, creating a peaceful relaxing environment for sleeping. The building is very secure, fenced and gated, with a secure elevator. The neighborhood is lots of fun, lively with restaurants galore. Overall a great stay - highly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 7 February 2024
Hi Sarah, I am really glad your stay was a great one and thank you for your wonderful review..
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tropical paradise

Beautiful property with direct oceanfront view. Super convenient and very safe area. No need for auto rental- Short ride from airport with much to choose from (dining / casinos) a short walk away when not relaxing on the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 February 2023
Hi Kevin, I am glad your stay was a pleasant one and that you liked what you saw. Thank you for allowing me to be your host and for the generous review.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

INCREDIBLE

I had a wonderful time at the property The view is amazing Mr Ramos was very helpful and a sweetheart of a man I was close to everything especially yards from the beach I will definitely reach out again when I return
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 May 2024
Hi David, Thank you for your great review, it’s greatly appreciated. Thank you for choosing the Island of Puerto Rico for your fun destination.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spectacular time

Great location, unit is perfect with all you need, rocked to sleep with the sound of waves! Wake up to the Atlantic Ocean and Sun coming over the shoreline! Great restaurants and stores within walking distance. Elsa and Senor Ramos are so on it! Thank you for sharing with us your Happy Place! ❤️💙🇵🇷
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 January 2024
Hi! Sandra, I am delighted you had a great stay. Thank you for your generous review & well wishes to you.

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