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Across the street from World Heritage Sites

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From the roof top wood deck.
View from the master bed, view to historic guard's house and to the ocean.
Guest bedroom.
View from the balcony in master bedroom.
Front entrance through Norzagaray street.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% based on
2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6232.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Old San Juan, San Juan
  • Place, Castillo de San Cristobal
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Calle Fortaleza
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Port of San Juan
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Juan (SJU-Luis Munoz Marin Intl.)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Across the street from World Heritage Sites

Step Back in Time at This Timeless 500-Year-Old Colonial Gem in the Heart of Old San Juan
Nestled in the heart of Old San Juan, this historic 500-year-old home offers an unparalleled experience where the past seamlessly meets the present. Take a leisurely stroll through cobblestone streets lined with exquisite colonial architecture, where hanging balconies and vibrant façades transport you to another era. Encased by imposing fortifications built centuries ago to safeguard the city, this charming home is directly across from the majestic San Cristobal Fort, offering stunning vistas of the Atlantic Ocean and the fort’s timeless grandeur.

This home is a stone's throw from Old San Juan’s lively atmosphere, where you’ll find an array of duty-free shops, world-class international dining, and exciting nightlife. As the home port to some of the world’s most prestigious cruise ships, the city buzzes with energy and culture.

Recently and lovingly renovated, this entire house is exclusively available to guests, offering the perfect blend of modern comfort and historical charm. The second level, accessible by an elegant spiral staircase, features a spacious living area and a luxurious bedroom with sweeping views. For guests with mobility concerns, there is a queen sofa bed and a full bathroom on the first level, ensuring accessibility without compromising comfort.

Please note that the house has spiral stairs and balconies, so children should be supervised at all times.

With a maximum capacity of 6 guests, this enchanting space is perfect for families or groups looking to immerse themselves in the rich history and beauty of Old San Juan while enjoying the privacy and luxury of a beautifully restored home.
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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
CHILDREN MUST BE SUPERVISED AT ALL TIMES.
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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-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Leave dishes clean or placed inside the dishwasher machine.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Parties are not allowed, and gatherings are allowed until 10 pm, please, be considerate to neighbors.
This is a non-smoking unit; however, smoking is permitted in the interior patio and on the rooftop.
General trash should be taken to green/gray dumpsters, recyclables to the blue ones.

Important information

You need to know

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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number 0679221425

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

San Juan

Located by the sea, this holiday home is in Old San Juan, 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. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Jose Miguel Agrelot Coliseum or Sixto Escobar Stadium. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and ecotours.
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Old San Juan, San Juan

What's nearby

  • Castillo de San Cristobal - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Calle Fortaleza - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Port of San Juan - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Catedral Basilica Menor de San Juan Bautista - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • San Juan Gate - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Sacred Heart Station - 8 min drive
  • San Juan (SJU-Luis Munoz Marin Intl.) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Verguenza - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Mallorca - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Caficultura - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪El Jibarito - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Mercado La Carreta - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Across the street from World Heritage Sites pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Across the street from World Heritage Sites?

As of 13 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Across the street from World Heritage Sites on 21 April 2026 start from NZ$944, 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 Across the street from World Heritage Sites?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Across the street from World Heritage Sites?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Across the street from World Heritage Sites?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Across the street from World Heritage Sites located?

Located in Old San Juan, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of San Juan National Historic Site and Port of San Juan. Condado Beach and Puerto Rico Convention Center are also within 3 miles (5 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. 46 out of 52 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 52 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 52 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 52 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 52 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

paula v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house on Sol Street is absolutely beautiful. It is like a museum inside. The ocean views from the balcony and the rooftop were amazing! The beds were so comfortable and the water pressure in the shower was perfect. It was nice to be within walking distance from so many museums and restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Joe P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We found the perfect place to stay in Old San Juan. The location can’t be beat as you are within walking distance to almost every attraction. The accommodation itself is stunning! The architecture, decor and stunning rooftop views will long be remembered. Rosa provided excellent information and was attentive when we needed her. Highly recommended!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Monica B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing location. Can walk all over Old San Juan from here. The terrace was awesome . You can’t beat the views from here. Will definitely stay here again on my next visit! Communications with host were top notch. Check in was super easily!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing property, incredible location, and the best part of the entire stay was our host Rosa. She was responsive, thoughtful and very accommodating. I will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Pamela F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property is located in an excellent location for those who wish to be able to walk to so many attractions. The house was just as beautiful as the photos and there were so many antiques. They were so interesting! The beds were so comfortable! I honestly have nothing negative to report. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was beautiful! We were able to comfortably fit 6 people in this one. Views were spectacular and it was a great location. The nearby parking spot that's available was very convenient as well. Would stay again!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Lindsey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
I loved my stay at Casa Lila. The owner was great at communicating and provided some local reviews. The house is decorated beautifully and fits the vibe of historic San Juan. City is walkable and there's lots of restaurants/shops in the area. My review of Chocobar is don't go. It's an overhyped place. I took off 1 star because we were asked to remove linens, take out trash and load dishwasher upon exit, which I think for the price she can have the housekeeping do.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

tamara m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
BEAUTIFUL and spacious abode with all the amenities of home. Keenly decorated. Breathtaking views in every direction. Very responsive host!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily C.

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

Best Experience!!

Everything was wonderful as Casa Lila! Rosa made sure we had everything we needed to be comfortable and able to enjoy her beautiful home!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

George C.

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

Perfect

Loved our stay in old San Juan. Villa was perfect setting, clean and comfortable. Loved the roof top patio. Kitchen was stocked with everything you’d need to prepare food. Would stay here again
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa G.

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

Father- Daughter Trip

The property was even better than the pictures. Very clean, well stocked, comfortable and convenient. The views were magical from every level of the house. Thank you, Casa Lila!house.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luis U.

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

Best Place to Stay in OSJ

Our stay at Casa Lila's place was fantastic! The house was spotless, beautifully decorated, and perfectly located for exploring the city. Rosa was incredibly responsive and provided great local recommendations - we felt truly welcomed and would definitely stay here again!"
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Graham C.

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

Wonderful views!

Enjoyed the views from the patios and the overall vibe in this old part of town. Thanks for the hospitality !
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location and property are wonderful. Five stars!!However, the spiral staircase (and it's 22 steps) are narrow. HIGHLY recommend packing small bags with no large/heavy pieces of luggage. We had to unpack the large bags downstairs and then make multiple trips upstairs with our clothing.While there, the Federal government shutdown which closed El Morro, Cristobal, El Yunque and the museums. Fortunately, the two largest malls remained open, and Uber fares were very reasonable.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rafael H.

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

Great experience in Old San Juan

We had a great experience, and Casa Lila was a big part of it. The location is exceptional, walking distance from local restaurants, beautiful ocean views, and beautiful neighborhood to walk around and enjoy the historic architecture. The hostess was very responsive and thoughtful. When we arrived the air conditioner was not working in the master bedroom and within hours she had someone there to fix it. If you are planning a trip to PR and want to stay in old San Juan, I would definitely recommend staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristin F.

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

35 wedding anniversary

Beautiful property with wonderful historical charm, beautiful people and Rosa couldn’t have been more helpful.The whole trip gave us wonderful memories,Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edwin B.

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

Wonderful Old San Juan Home

This beautiful home is located in the best possible part of Old San Juan. It is exquisitely decorated and is a wonderful place to stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

John H.

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

Wonderful home in great location

Had a wonderful stay in this beautiful old home that hi-lights the history to old San Juan. Location is perfect views of ocean and access to restaurants.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

KRISTIN B.

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

Perfect Location

We absolutely loved our stay here. I traveled with my mom, husband, and two kids, and the house was perfect for all of us—spacious, beautifully designed, and with a stunning ocean view. We had coffee on the balcony every morning and wine in the evening. It was peaceful and relaxing, but still close to great restaurants, shops, and everything we wanted to see. The host was incredibly responsive and easy to communicate with. We’d absolutely stay here again and highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Parker G.

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

March visit

Very cool space, excellent location, amazing views, great host!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ali H.

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

The perfect place to stay in San Juan

We loved this house. It was beautifully acquainted, extremely spacious and in the perfect location to be close to restaurants and bars in San Juan. I went with a group of 5 girls for my bachelorette and staying here was a major highlight of this trip. Rosa was an excellent host and very responsive with communication throughout our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael T.

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

Short but sweet!

We had a great stay at a very comfortable Villa. It was incredibly relaxing and cozy....great management and communication with Rosa. We will definitely be back..
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marty P.

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

Birthday celebration

Our first trip to Puerto Rico our stay at Casa Lila was amazing. The ocean views from the bedroom balcony and rooftop were fabulous. The bedrooms decor was beautiful and the beds were comfortable.There is a spiral staircase to the upstairs that could be challenging from some.There is a couch that pulls out and small shower and toilet downstairs It is a short walking distance to historic area , shops and restaurants. I would highly recommend the owner was very responsive for any questions
Rooftop chilling
View in sunroom
Front of the home facing the ocean
Side street of the home
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria P.

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

Even better than the description and photos!

Wow! Wow! We are definitely returning to this well kept and interestingly decorated house. We were be blown away by the view of the ocean and the interior of this lovely home. Casa Lila is a must stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle M.

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

Can’t think of a better location in Old San Juan

If you want the feel of historic San Juan but want to have a view of the ocean while on vaca, this is your place. Host Rosa was an amazing communicator and set us up with a tour guide and good dinner recs, tho I have to say we had amazing food everywhere in the city, including at “Carli’s” and “La Madre”. Home is lovely and beautifully appointed. The only challenge for us was sleeping in the warmer temps on the second floor the one night the ocean breezes didn’t move any air. This place is truly the best of everything and we highly recommend!.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

About the host

Hosted by Rosa Avalo

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I am a chemical engineer and a cheese expert, being founder of the first aging cheese manufacturing plant in the island.

Why they chose this property

I chose Old San Juan because of its historical background and well preserved monuments. My property is one of the few historic houses with spectacular Atlantic Ocean view and it is located across the street from a 16th century fort.

What makes this property unique

Tax free shops, grocery stores, beach, 5 star restaurants, & bars, all at walking distance. Safe to walk and friendly and quiet neighborhood. Public parking space within three blocks, one spot for free for my guests only.

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English, French, Spanish

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