The Looking Glass Hotel puts you a short five-minute drive from Casino del Mar at La Concha Resort and Pan American Pier. Also, Puerto Rico Convention Center and Port of San Juan are a short five-minute drive away. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff. Public transportation is close by: Sacred Heart Station is only 14 minutes on foot.
1661 Av. Juan Ponce de León, San Juan, Puerto Rico, 00909
What's nearby
Jose Miguel Agrelot Coliseum - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
Casino del Mar at La Concha Resort - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
Pan American Pier - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
Puerto Rico Convention Center - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
Condado Beach - 7 min drive - 4.0 km
Getting around
San Juan (SJU-Luis Munoz Marin Intl.) - 15 min drive
Sacred Heart Station - 14 min walk
Hato Rey Station - 23 min walk
Restaurants
The Village Pueblo Food Center - 7 min walk
Kaiju Noodle Bar - 2 min walk
La Respuesta - 5 min walk
787 Coffee Co - 1 min walk
Taberna Selfie - 4 min walk
About this property
The Looking Glass Hotel
The Looking Glass Hotel puts you a short five-minute drive from Casino del Mar at La Concha Resort and Pan American Pier. Also, Puerto Rico Convention Center and Port of San Juan are a short five-minute drive away. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff. Public transportation is close by: Sacred Heart Station is only 14 minutes on foot.
Languages
English, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
20 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests travelling with a service animal must contact the property prior to arrival.
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
No cots (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Off-site parking within 500 ft (USD 25 per day); booking required
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Romance packages
Facilities
Terrace
Accessibility
Braille/raised signage
Handrails in stairwells
Stairwell handrail height (centimetres): 76
Closed-captioned TV
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance
3 steps to reach property
Area rugs in room
Smooth flooring in room
Tile flooring in room
Room amenities
Be entertained
43-inch Smart TV
Digital TV channels
Streaming services
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Sleep well
Premium bedding
Memory-foam mattress
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bath or shower
Rainfall shower heads
Soap and shampoo
Hairdryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Laptop-friendly workspace
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Mini fridge
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
Guidebooks/recommendations
Restaurant dining guide
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 75 (subject to availability)
Late checkout can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 75 (subject to availability)
Parking
Parking is available nearby and costs USD 25 per day (500 ft away)
Policies
This property does not have lifts.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Also known as
The Looking Glass Hotel Hotel
The Looking Glass Hotel San Juan
The Looking Glass Hotel Hotel San Juan
Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at The Looking Glass Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Looking Glass Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:30 PM. There's a charge of USD 75 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of USD 75 (subject to availability).
Is there an on-site casino at The Looking Glass Hotel?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Casino del Mar at La Concha Resort (3-min drive) and Sheraton Casino (4-min drive) are both nearby.
What's the area around The Looking Glass Hotel like?
The Looking Glass Hotel is a short 10-minute walk from Museo de Arte de Puerto Rico and 15 minutes' walk from Plaza del Mercado.
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The Looking Glass Hotel Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
8.6/10
Amenities
9.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
20 Feb 2025
Fantastic long weekend stay
Wonderful accommodations - one of the best hotel beds ever! Great location with easy access to the variety of locations we were visiting.
Stephanie
Stephanie, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
2 Jan 2025
Excellent hotel
This place is CLEAN. Loved our stay. Close to fun local spots. Coffee shop very close by.
Ashley
Ashley, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
1 Mar 2025
Nice room
Small room, very good air conditioning. Comfortable bed. Large bathroom
Allison
Allison, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
24 Jan 2025
Very clean and great experience
Scott
Scott, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
27 Dec 2024
Awesome place in San Juan city center
This places is new and our room was in great shiny condition. The location is fantastic and the staff is very welcoming and friendly!
Jose
Jose, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
15 Sep 2024
Very unique and a fun area to stay.
Eric
Eric, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
24 Nov 2024
Clean, quiet, rooming.
Sandra
Sandra, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
21 Oct 2024
I love this place
Marcia
Marcia, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
25 Nov 2024
My stay was for 1 night before a cruise, this property was a convenient distance from the airport and to the cruise terminal.
It’s a clean property, the attendant was extremely friendly and helpful, I will definitely stay there again.
Valarie
Valarie, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
16 Jul 2024
I highly recommend this hotel
Ashmatu
Ashmatu, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
3 Nov 2024
Manager was great!
James
James, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
4 Jul 2024
Lovely hotel (comfy bed, excellent shower) and great staff (friendly, welcoming, and helpful). Stay here if you are in the area.
Andrea
Andrea, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
14 Nov 2024
Clean place. Fun area. Easy to park. Helpful staff!
Colleen
Colleen, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
26 Nov 2024
The self check in was very easy as per advanced instructions. The room was very clean and comfortable. I thoroughly enjoyed my stay at the Looking Glass Hotel and would stay there whenever I am visiting Puerto Rico again and also recommend it to anyone.
Paul
Paul, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
11 Sep 2024
The staff was great and very helpful
Darren
Darren, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
22 Jan 2024
Great Hotel.
Great stay, wonderful hotel and perfect location.
William
William, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
21 Sep 2024
They staff was outstanding! They were very helpful and easy going. Felt very safe during my stay here and would definitely come back.
Amadika
Amadika, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
7 Mar 2024
Great location
New boutique hotel very nice
John
John, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
9 Dec 2024
Very clean
Dina
Dina, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
24 May 2024
Safety and close to restaurants and shopping areas
Haydee
Haydee, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
25 Jun 2024
Area was a little rough, but the stay was great
Jacklyn
Jacklyn, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
9 Jul 2024
The staff was so friendly and accomadating. The hotel was clean and not a far ride from old san juan, catano, and condado beach area.
Karley
Karley, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
18 Jul 2024
Nice room and love the showers.
Jonathan
Jonathan, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
25 Jun 2024
10/10 the best in San Juan
Alex
Alex, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
20 Jul 2024
Overall an excellent place to stay, staff is friendly and welcoming. Thebl room was comfortable. The hotel is overall clean, cool and located in the middle of everything.