Beautiful 1st Floor Apartment with Private Patio | Apartment in San Juan

9.4 (168 Reviews) |   1 Bedroom  1 Bathroom  4 Guests
Mercado Apartment | Beautiful 1st Floor Apartment with Private Patio

1 Bedroom Apartment in Mercado, San Juan

Charming one bedroom, one bathroom furnished ground floor apartment in historic Old San Juan, located in the residence of the late Master Puerto Rican painter Alfonso Arana.
This beautiful building of restored Spanish Colonial architecture is characterized by thick walls and brick-stone floors; all doors of the apartment open to a private, lush, interior garden. With ceiling fans throughout (no air-conditioning), this lovely apartment has an airy, tropical feel.
This is an “L” shaped, open floor plan apartment with a fully functioning kitchen. The bedroom has a queen size bed, and is separated by an archway from the living room, which can easily be used as a second bedroom. This setting is ideal for individuals, couples, and small families.
Our apartment is on Calle San José, just around the corner from the Cathedral and City Hall and two blocks from the main square, Plaza de Armas, the supermarket and open-air cafes.
Attractions
•San Jose Church (1 block)
•La Casa Blanca, home of Ponce de Leon (1 block)
•The Cathedral, which houses Ponce De Leon's remains (Across the Street)
•Pablo Casals Museum (within walking distance)
•El Morro Fortress (within walking distance)
•Felipe Fort (within walking distance)
•San Cristobal Fort (within walking distance)
•San Juan Cathedral (within walking distance)
•Isla Verde Beach (7 miles)
•Condado Beach (3 miles)
•San Juan Nautical Club (3.5 miles)
Other Puerto Rico attractions include:
•Luquillo Beach (30 miles)
•El Yunque Rain Forest (25 miles)
•Arecibo Observatory (50 miles)
•Camuy Caves (50 miles)

This 1 Bedroom Apartment provides accommodation with Child Friendly, Internet, Kitchen, for your convenience. This Apartment features many amenities for guests who want to stay for a few days, a weekend or probably a longer vacation with family, friends or group. The rental Apartment has 1 Bedroom and 1 Bathroom to make you feel right at home.

Check to see if this Apartment has the amenities you need and a location that makes this a great choice to stay in Mercado. Enjoy your stay in Mercado at this Apartment.

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Amenities

View
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Oceanfront
Security/Safety
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided
  • Soap
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • 1 bathroom
Bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Living room
Kitchen
  • Stovetop
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster
  • Microwave
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
Laundry
  • Near laundromat
Ocean view
  • Beach towels
Parking
  • Car not required
  • No onsite parking available
Pet Friendly
  • No pets allowed
Accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
Activities
  • Golf nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
General
  • Local artist showcase
  • French
  • English
  • Spanish
  • In the city center
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the sea
  • Near outlet shopping
Guest Services
  • Iron/ironing board
Internet
  • Free WiFi
Outdoors
  • Patio
  • Garden
Security/Safety
  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 pm contactless check-in available
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 am contactless check-out available
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Event Policy
Events allowed
Pet Policy
Pets not allowed
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted

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 host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property parties and events are allowed on site property registration number 141359 special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property is managed through our partner, vrbo. you will receive an email from vrbo with a link to a vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

License number: 141359

Reviews

Thomas T.
Dec 29, 2025 12:27:30 AM
Review Score:   10
Summary: Host was kind and helpful. Location excellent and the courtyard fantastic!
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FAQ's

Is this Mercado apartment pet-friendly for guests?

No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

Does the Mercado apartment have a swimming pool?

No, this Mercado apartment does not have a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in Mercado apartment?

Best-rates for the Mercado apartment starts from $142 per night with includes Security/Safety, Wellness Facilities, Child Friendly, Internet, Kitchen, View, Balcony/Terrace, Oceanfront, Bedding/Linens, Laundry, Ocean View with all other facilities. matches every traveler with their perfect accommodation, whether you are traveling with a group, friends, family, or pets.

Is Mercado apartment a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this apartment Good or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the apartment has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the Mercado apartment wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the Mercado apartment has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the Mercado apartment?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Mercado apartment indicates 1 day stay policy at this apartment. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for Mercado apartment?

Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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