Vanderbilt Hotel
Old-world grandeur with a contemporary Caribbean edge. Formal but not stuffy, sophisticated without being cold. Think polished marble lobbies, butler service in suites, and a fine-dining restaurant that takes farm-to-table seriously. If La Concha next door is the party hotel, the Vanderbilt is where you go when you want quiet elegance.
Book a Commodore Oceanfront Terrace Suite if the budget allows — the 1,000 sq ft private terrace above the sundeck is exceptional.
Why It Matters
Listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Puerto Rico's first luxury hotel, having hosted FDR, JFK, Errol Flynn, Charles Lindbergh, and Arthur Rubinstein. Home to 1919 Restaurant — one of the most acclaimed fine-dining tables on the island — and the only hotel in Puerto Rico with an authentic Hammam spa ritual.
Puerto Rico's original luxury hotel, built in 1919 by Frederick William Vanderbilt and designed by Warren & Wetmore — the same firm behind Grand Central Station. The Spanish Revival landmark sat dormant for years before a $270 million restoration returned it to full operation. Today it operates 317 rooms across the restored historic building and two modern 11-story towers, all on the Atlantic oceanfront in Condado.
Where You'll Stay
11 room types available
Biltmore Ocean View One Bedroom Suite
The entry point into suite territory at 650 sq ft. Faces the Atlantic with old San Juan visible in the distance. Separate sitting area with sofa bed, private balcony, and the full suite bathroom with double sinks and whirlpool tub. More intimate than the Commodore suites.
King · 60.39 sqm
Commodore City View One Bedroom Suite
800 sq ft looking toward the city and the Atlantic from a different angle. Same layout as the Oceanfront Commodore — separate sitting room, sofa bed, dining area, two balconies — but at a somewhat lower price point due to the city-facing orientation. No butler service in this category.
King · 75.72 sqm
Commodore Oceanfront One Bedroom Suite
815 sq ft with dual views of the Atlantic and the city lights. Two balconies, a separate sitting room with sofa bed, dining area, and the full dressing room setup. Butler service included — they unpack for you and curate your daily agenda if you want.
King · 75.72 sqmCommodore Oceanfront One Bedroom Terrace Suite
The most remarkable one-bedroom option: 815 sq ft inside plus a private L-shaped outdoor terrace of 1,000 sq ft (92.90 sq m) positioned directly above the sundeck. If you're here for the ocean, this is the suite. The terrace alone is larger than most hotel rooms.
Queen · 75.72 sqmHeritage King
Slightly larger than the Heritage Queen at 325 sq ft. Located in either the original Spanish Revival building or the newer towers, with views of historic San Juan and the Condado district. Classic décor, good natural light.
King · 30.19 sqmHeritage Queen
The entry-level room and honestly the smallest option here — 295 sq ft in the original 1919 Spanish Revival building. French windows open to city and Condado district views. Not ocean-facing, but you get the historic atmosphere at the lowest price point.
Queen · 27.41 sqmHeritage Two Queen
The largest Heritage room at 350 sq ft, also located in the original 1919 building. Good for families or two guests wanting separate beds. City-facing with French windows — no ocean view from this category.
Two Queens · 32.52 sqmTower City View King
Tower room looking toward the city rather than the ocean. Typically the most affordable tower option, still with all the modern amenities.
KingTower Ocean View King
In the modern tower with direct Atlantic Ocean views. A step up from Heritage rooms for guests who want the sea view from their room without committing to a suite. Comes standard with all the in-room technology.
KingTower Ocean View Two Queen
Ocean-facing tower room with two queen beds. Good for families or groups wanting the Atlantic views without stepping up to a suite.
Two QueensVanderbilt Presidential Suite
The top of the hotel — 2,590 sq ft spread across up to three bedrooms at the pinnacle of both towers. Unobstructed views of the Atlantic, San Juan's coastline, and the Condado skyline. Every bedroom has its own private terrace and bathroom. The living room seats up to six for dinner, the bar area fits four. Butler service, a kitchenette, wet bar, and a custom dressing area in the master.
King (master) + Queen (additional rooms) · 240.62 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
8 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
Private wine and cheese pairing experience in the 1919 Restaurant cellar for up to 4 guests, guided by the sommelier. One reservation per day — genuinely exclusive.
Oceanfront beach access via the hotel's dedicated beach section, with cabanas and chaise lounges. A short walk across a public lawn from the main resort. Cabana attendants on hand. Note: no lifeguards on duty; check for rip currents before swimming.
Bicycles available for rent at the property for exploring the Condado neighborhood and waterfront.
Casino access via sister property La Concha Resort, a short walk from the Vanderbilt. Hotel guests can charge to their room at all Condado Collection properties.
The concierge team can organize day trips, island excursions, and local tours from San Juan. Guests consistently mention easy excursion booking through the concierge desk.
24-hour Technogym-equipped gym with cardiovascular and strength-building equipment. Fitness classes available including yoga, Latin dance aerobics, and morning meditation walks. Personal training by appointment (48-hour advance booking required). Adults only (18+).
Group wellness classes available for hotel guests and groups. Beginners yoga, Latin dance aerobics, and guided morning walks with meditation. Group wellness packages also available.
Four ocean-view pools in total. The Beach Tower has two pools with concierge and food/beverage service from the Ventana Lounge plus a sundeck. The Spa Tower has an infinity pool with panoramic ocean views. One pool is heated and available year-round.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Full-service 24-hour concierge including excursion booking, restaurant reservations, and personal requests.
Complimentary 24-hour butler service for Commodore Oceanfront and Presidential Suite guests. Handles unpacking, activity planning, restaurant reservations, and personal requests.
Every room includes HD Smart TVs with full mirroring from mobile phones, laptops, and tablets.
Over 30,000 square feet of newly renovated indoor meeting and event space including grand ballrooms and intimate salons, plus 5,000 square feet of open-air terraces overlooking the Atlantic.
Valet parking available on-site at $30 per day. Parking garage also available.
Two pools in the Beach Tower (with food/beverage service) and one infinity pool in the Spa Tower. One pool heated year-round.
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