San Juan (SJU-Luis Munoz Marin Intl.) - 23 min drive
Sacred Heart Station - 26 min walk
Restaurants
Bebo's Cafe - 5 min walk
La Cueva Del Mar Calle Loiza - 5 min walk
Cafe Regina - 4 min walk
Tostado - 3 min walk
Café Con Cé - 3 min walk
About this property
La Buena Vida Inn
When you stay at La Buena Vida Inn, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Pan American Pier and Port of San Juan. Also, Casino del Mar at La Concha Resort and Puerto Rico Convention Center are within a short drive. Fellow travellers like the helpful staff and location.
Languages
English, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
9 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival 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 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
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
No on-site parking
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
What to do
Beach nearby
Working away
Co-working spaces
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Facilities
Outdoor furniture
Room amenities
Be entertained
Smart television
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Shower only
Soap and shampoo
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Shared kitchen access
More
Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Deposit: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
Optional extras
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Policies
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting on-site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Also known as
La Buena Vida Inn San Juan
La Buena Vida Inn Guesthouse
La Buena Vida Inn Guesthouse San Juan
Frequently asked questions
Does La Buena Vida Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, La Buena Vida Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at La Buena Vida Inn?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at La Buena Vida Inn?
Sorry, there's no on-site parking at La Buena Vida Inn.
What are the check-in and check-out times at La Buena Vida Inn?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
Is there an on-site casino at La Buena Vida Inn?
No, this guest house doesn't have a casino, but Casino del Mar at La Concha Resort (3-min drive) and Casino Metro (5-min drive) are both nearby.
What's the area around La Buena Vida Inn like?
La Buena Vida Inn is a short 10-minute walk from Museo de Arte de Puerto Rico and 16 minutes' walk from Plaza del Mercado. The local area is walkable and popular for its beaches.
La Buena Vida Inn Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very good
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8.6/10
Cleanliness
8.6/10
Staff & service
8.4/10
Amenities
8.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Very good
20 Jan 2025
Rebecca
Rebecca, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
19 Jan 2025
Shariq
Shariq, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
3 Jan 2025
Cheryl
Cheryl, 1-night family trip
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8/10 Very good
30 Dec 2024
Jason
Jason, 2-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional
8 Dec 2024
Amazing and recommend
This property is cute! It os very cleana nd the staff wete so sweet and accomodating. It is a great llcation to everything you need and more. You can walk for food and also uber for a great price to other locations.
It is a self sufficient place with great safety. They also provide a quick guide to help those not familiar with the area. It is a smaller inn but that was a bonus for us. It is also a locak business so +++++
Lovena
Lovena, 2-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional
21 Nov 2024
Room was clean and comfortable, great service.
Luis Angel
Luis Angel, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
27 Oct 2024
Place is awesome, would surely stay again. Staff was very kind. The place is beautiful.
Elliot
Elliot, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
20 Oct 2024
Staff was incredibly friendly and helpful! However, we experienced unresolved toilet issues for a week despite multiple attempts to fix them. The location is very convenient. If you’re used to staying at high-end hotels, this may not be the best fit. But if you’re open to a more cultural experience and can adjust your expectations, it’s worth trying something different. If modern conveniences are a priority, you might want to stick with what you’re familiar with.
Shadonna
Shadonna, 7-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
19 Oct 2024
Do not recommend it’s dirty and it stinks
Diasia
Diasia, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
11 Oct 2024
Mayrim
Mayrim, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
7 Oct 2024
excellent!
Derek
Derek, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
4 Oct 2024
Clean, Tidy, No Nonsense Stay
Very Clean & Properly Kept - They were very proactive in making sure we had the codes for accessing the door & the room.
Will certainly mark this as a favorite to stay put while visiting San Juan
Ashwath
Ashwath, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
2 Oct 2024
It’s an interesting experience like no other.
Josue
Josue, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
29 Sept 2024
Everything was close by less then 10 min drives. Room very clean and cooling
Brisa
Brisa, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
28 Sept 2024
I love it.
Amaryliz
Amaryliz, 1-night family trip
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8/10 Very good
24 Sept 2024
Fernand
Fernand, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
23 Sept 2024
Great stay
Daniela
Daniela, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
23 Sept 2024
Good
Desean
Desean, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
11 Sept 2024
Great one night last minute stay for 2!
Angel
Angel, 1-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional
9 Sept 2024
Convenient self check in, clean, pretty
Halie
Halie, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
6 Sept 2024
Good
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
4 Sept 2024
Cristal
Cristal, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
3 Sept 2024
It was ok
Robertina
Robertina, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
2 Sept 2024
The staff was friendly. The property is in a good location and you can tell it was build with care and a chic design. The common areas - kitchen stairs, inside patio has a musky odor and hasn’t been cleaned, is all dirty with hair and dust.
Bathrooms windows don’t open so the smell of humidity is very strong. It’s importa to enhance and review cleaning guidelines. It will be great to have vending machines with snack and water will be a great plus as there is not store close to the house.