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Up here, the city meets the sea. The view meets the sky.

Apartment with kitchen, 10-minute walk to Port of San Juan

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Terrace/patio
Terrace/patio
Terrace/patio
Outdoor dining
Outdoor dining

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4148.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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San Juan, San Juan
  • Place, San Juan Gate
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, La Fortaleza
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Port of San Juan
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Juan (SJU-Luis Munoz Marin Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Convertible living room

2 Double Futons

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Up here, the city meets the sea. The view meets the sky.

Yes, it’s a third-floor walk-up. Yes, the last set of stairs has a little extra personality. And yes — nearly 20 years of 5-star guests have said the same thing: absolutely worth it.

Because the real reveal happens when you open the door. The ocean hits first. Then the light, the open loft, the balcony, the breeze, the wow.

The air-conditioned apartment keeps things cool from the loft to the bedroom, where a king-sized bed waits to restore you after long days in the sun. The bathroom is designed with privacy in mind, offering two separate entry doors with the shower and tub thoughtfully in between — a setup that makes sharing the space easy, comfortable, and cleverly practical.

The living room invites slow mornings with two fold-down futons and a thoughtfully stocked bookshelf. But it’s the terrace that turns moments into memories — sunrise coffee, sunset wine, passing ships, salty air, star-served dinners.

The kitchen is made for real cooking. The king bed is made for real sleeping. And the air-conditioning is made for the kind of nights where you come home blissfully tired.

The air-conditioned apartment keeps things cool from the loft to the bedroom, where a king-sized bed waits to restore you after long days in the sun. The bathroom is designed with privacy in mind, offering two separate entry doors with the shower and tub thoughtfully in between — a setup that makes sharing the space easy, comfortable, and cleverly practical.

Outside the door, but not far at all:
• cafés, shops, bars, street music, and a Saturday organic market
• historic icons like El Morro, Casa Blanca Gardens, and the Cathedral
• Old San Juan in full color, right under your feet

Up here, the city meets the sea. The view meets the sky. And the stairs meet their match.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Ocean view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
The stairs and terrace need supervision.
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Events

Events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Only in the terrace.

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights
Leave the keys as you found them.
Please turn off AC’s when you check out
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number 141589

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 ocean, this apartment is in Old San Juan, a neighbourhood in San Juan. Port of San Juan and Pan American Pier are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore 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 Hiram Bithorn Stadium. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and ecotours nearby.
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San Juan, San Juan

What's nearby

  • Catedral Basilica Menor de San Juan Bautista - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • San Juan Gate - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • La Fortaleza - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Plaza de Armas - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Port of San Juan - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Domenech Station - 13 min drive
  • San Juan (SJU-Luis Munoz Marin Intl.) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Factoría - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Ostra Cosa - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Café Con Ron - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Nono's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪El Batey - ‬1 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Up here, the city meets the sea. The view meets the sky. pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Up here, the city meets the sea. The view meets the sky.?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Up here, the city meets the sea. The view meets the sky.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Up here, the city meets the sea. The view meets the sky.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Up here, the city meets the sea. The view meets the sky. located?

Located in Old San Juan, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Catedral Basilica Menor de San Juan Bautista and Port of San Juan. Condado Beach is 2.7 mi (4.3 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sam & Cynthia P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Paloma was fantastic with communications and the unit more than delivered on its description!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
paloma is fantastic, quick to respond and welcoming. her place is beautiful, located in a quiet part of old san juan. there’s a sweet little cat that comes to visit on the veranda, too
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abigail S.

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

Amazing Viejo San Juan appartment

We had an amazing, comfortable stay at this apartment. The place was super clean, great location, and amazing terrace! My whole family was sad to leave.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donovan P.

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

Convenient Location and Nice Place

Very nice place and great communication with the owner/property manager. Fun location and very cool home.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

J L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Couldn’t beat the location for walking around old San Juan. The accommodations were just as described and the outdoor patio had great views of sunsets and mountains. Yes, the stairs are challenging, but it was known going in that we were going to have to go up four flights. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oliver P.

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

Great spot in Old San Juan

We had an amazing time at the penthouse. The location was ideal for what we were looking for - walkable to essentially all of Old San Juan. The terrace was a great spot to hang out, overlooking the city.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

MARY DIANE S.

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

Prime spot in Old San Juan - Beautiful & Central place

We had a fabulous time! It was a wonderful place to stay, comfortable, stylish and just as good if not better than the photos. Paloma was an attentive and thoughtful host, the best. It's the top floor so you do climb a number of steps but it's so worth it because the private deck on the top of the bldg is so wonderful. We spent as much time out there as we could. It is easy to walk all of old San Juan from this place. No car needed - better not to have one. Enjoy!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patti

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

Clean and comfortable

We stayed for 3 nights. Everything as described, well stocked and very clean. The location was close to alot of restaurants and points of interest. The patio was great, felt like we were on top of the world. Great communication as well ! We even survived all those stairs!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gina N., Eagan, Minnesota

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

Another Wonderful Stay

Great property, location, management! The only place we'll stay when in Old San Juan.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Clinton H.

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

Beautiful Old Town apartment

The perfect place for us in the heart of the old town. Our second stay at the apartment and we will be back again in 2025. Beautiful views across the bay from the living room and deck. Spacious and super comfortable!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jose M.

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

Excellent location and great apartment

Nice and beautiful apartment with an amazing space and terrace!.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emmanuel S.

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

Excellent location in old San Juan

Paloma’s place is very central in old San Juan. Beautiful terrace and touches.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ashley V.

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

Amazing!

This property was incredible! Very clean and well maintained with the perfect location! The patio is huge with great views of the water!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angel R.

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

Best location ever

This was such amazing experience this penthouse is everything and more very welcoming we are definitely going to stay here again I can’t say thank you Palmoa enough for this experience appreciate your hospitality
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

fabiolla s.

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

Wonderful!

Paloma was a gem, great communicator! What a beautiful penthouse in a great location in Viejo San Juan. A mesmerizing view from the terrace, that comes with a four legged friend who lounges for fun and gives great company. Highly recommend a stay here, just be prepared to climb some steps, but completely worth it. Looking forward to a future visit again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alice C.

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

Fantastic place

This apartment is a gem in Old San Juan. The location is perfect, close to everything but on a quiet street. The large deck has sweeping views. Paloma was a super quick, accommodating host. We had everything we needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bruce B.

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

Lovely relaxing stay in old San Juan

The apartment is exactly as described and depicted in photos on the listing. Very comfortable and spacious. We enjoyed the terrace every day and the views of the harbor and the historic city are fantastic. Everything is within an easy walk no need for a car. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie S.

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

Great Vacation

The property is as advertised. The location in Old San Juan is perfect. We found amazing treasures around our San Juan home. The stairs into the property can be a challenge in the beginning (we got used to the climb). Thank you for providing a perfect home for our vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Fred B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Location

We loved our stay in Old San Juan. Beautiful location, nice apartment. It has character, nice art and books, well outfitted kitchen, although we did not cook. Our only comment is that the cleaning between guests could be more thorough and there are a few minor maintenance issues, like light bulbs out and a leak in the roof and under the bathroom sink that should be attended to.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Nicole R.

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

Perfecto!

This apartment is beautiful, clean, spacious, comfortable, with a gorgeous rooftop terrace in an absolutely perfect location. It is walkable to all of the amazing sites and shops and restaurants in Old San Juan, and also a fairly short walk to beautiful El Escambron beach. The beds are very comfortable (just the right amount of firm) and the shower/bathroom space and kitchen space are all great, with everything you will need! The owner is wonderful and very responsive. Overall, this was absolutely perfect for my two teenage daughters and me and I would most definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clinton H.

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

Loved this place!

My husband and I absolutely loved Paloma's apartment! We stayed a week and will definitely be going back again soon. It's in a great location ... not too busy or noisy, and only a couple of minutes' walk to reach the centre where all the hustle and bustle of Old San Juan happens. The apartment is spotless, spacious and safe as it's on the 3rd floor. The private terrace is large and great for sundowners or tanning. Paloma was really helpful and responsive too. My husband worked a bit while we were there and the space and wifi speed was good.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Colleen D.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely top floor place with great terrace and views

We really enjoyed staying at Paloma’s place. It’s in one of the best parts of Old San Juan. The terrace and views across OSJ and the bay are unparalleled. It was lovely to spend evenings on the terrace. It is also fairly quiet for OSJ, above the fray of the city. Bedroom was comfortable and quiet. Kitchen is well equipped, we actually cooked quite a few meals there. Highly recommend this place, if everyone in your party has good mobility. The stairs can be challenging, as the condo is on the third floor, and when inside, there are steps between the rooms.
Stayed 28 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ryan H., Cohoes, NY

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

Beautiful

My wife and I have stayed at over a dozen rental properties across the world and agreed that this is our favorite. It could not be more welcoming from the moment you walk in. Bit of a climb up the stairs, but your reward is a light-filled living space with those views of Old San Juan that you're looking for. It is ridiculously close to attractions like El Morro and Casa Blanca, which we visited, but honestly we spent a lot of time just reading on the expansive patio. The kitchen has everything you need, and I was in awe of the mid-century modern bookshelves and closets. Incredibly, the house is even in a rare quiet corner of Old San Juan, a street with only local traffic, so it is very peaceful. I would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melanie F.

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

Charming apartment with artistic vibe

We had a fabulous stay in Old San Juan. The position of the apartment could not be better, & we loved sauntering through the old cobbled streets. The last flight of stairs up to the apartment are a challenge, particularly with bags. We had no problem but can imagine that peeps with young children or with mobility issues may struggle. Check in was a breeze & any questions were answered quickly. We loved hanging on the terrace & watching the cruise ships sail by, particularly at night. The apartment has an artistic vibe & an interesting layout. It’s full of character & a little quirky, in a good way! We loved it & plan to return next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kendra H., Spartanburg

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

Loved our stay!

Loved our stay! Couldn’t have picked a better location! A few things I may have missed when booking!! There are A LOT of stairs to climb to get to the unit! Worth the climb but if you have any sort of issues with climbing stairs/carrying possibly heavy luggage up 3 very HIGH stories of stairs I wouldn’t stay here. It’s beautiful and we loved it but gosh it was a lot of stairs to climb!! Also air conditioning can’t be left on when you’re not in unit so it can be very warm upon entering until until is cooled off. Again you figure it out and it’s worth it but these are two things I may have just read over prior to booking!! But would 100% stay in this unit again!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

About the host

Hosted by Paloma Suau

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Born in San Juan, Puerto Rico, Paloma Suau acquired her Bachelor’s degree in Film at New York University’s Tisch School of the Arts. With her production company, Ninguna Ciencia, she has been producing, writing, directing and editing documentary and narrative projects for the last 20 years.

Why they chose this property

It is spacious and full of light. The design merges all the advantages of a hotel with the comfort of your own home away from home.

What makes this property unique

This Apartment has the crisp clean look of a modern design without losing the classic charm Of Old San Juan. I remodeled the space for myself and lived it for 6 years. It is safe haven to live create and thrive. This apartment is designed for free flowing an enjoying life.

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