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Live Your Best Life In An Actual Palace

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Experience the unique blend of traditional and modern elements in this stylish space, featuring a central open area with a large window and lush greenery.
Enjoy cooking in this kitchen with a sink on the island and a brick wall, offering a view of the garden through an archway.
Relax in this spacious living area with a high ceiling, featuring a large sofa, armchair, and wooden chairs.
Relax in this cozy retreat with a large bed, traditional wooden door, and a brick wall featuring a decorative sunburst pattern.
Enjoy meals in the kitchen with a central island, oven, and sink, surrounded by a dining area with a long table and four chairs.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

3 bedrooms1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
The current price is NZ$969
includes taxes & fees
1 Aug - 2 Aug

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Live Your Best Life In An Actual Palace

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to live in a palace? Ours is a romantic 200-year-old architectural wonder built for one of San Juan's earliest rum barons and remains one of the most beautiful properties in the old city. It features soaring, 18-foot ceilings, cathedral-style acoustics, marble floors and Moroccan tiles. You'll be surrounded by simple beauty, shower in a gigantic Roman spa, cook in an inspirational kitchen and listen to the coqui frogs in your private courtyard.

Property manager

Jon Vidar

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby

Safety features

  • 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)

General

  • Unit size: 2,600 square feet

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Live Like a Rum Baron in a 200 Year Old Mansion!

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, 6 reviews
The price is NZ$1,010
includes taxes & fees
1 Aug - 2 Aug
Live Like a Rum Baron in a 200 Year Old Mansion!

Policies

Check-in

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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
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
Property Registration Number 660813649

Property is also known as

573557

About the area

Map
San Juan

What's nearby

  • Port of San Juan - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Castillo San Felipe del Morro - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Condado Beach - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Puerto Rico Convention Center - 6 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Pan American Pier - 7 min drive - 5.1 km

Getting around

  • Domenech Station - 11 min drive
  • San Juan (SJU-Luis Munoz Marin Intl.) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Verguenza - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪La Factoría - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪La Taberna Lúpulo - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪El Jibarito - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪La Sombrilla Rosa - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Live Your Best Life In An Actual Palace pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Live Your Best Life In An Actual Palace?

As of 19 Jul 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Live Your Best Life In An Actual Palace on 1 Aug 2025 start from NZ$969.00, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Where is Live Your Best Life In An Actual Palace located?

Located in Old San Juan, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Calle Fortaleza and Port of San Juan. Condado Beach and Puerto Rico Convention Center are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Live Your Best Life In An Actual Palace Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10

Place is beautiful and location is so convenient. Great for big groups or families
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

Enjoyed the stay, parking was/is not good deal, huge fines for parking in street near building. {where locals park}. Character of building is worth the stay. Wear insect repellent, as open roof does allow for woodland creatures.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

I booked this for a friends trip to Puerto Rico and it was perfect for our stay. Incredibly convenient to everything in Old San Juan. Everyone on the trip was wowed by the house and the architecture and the air conditioning was clutch for those 90+ degree nights.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10

Stayed for three nights and enjoyed being close to everything in Old San Juan. Beautiful old hacienda style home. This is the place to stay if you want to enjoy sights and nightlife. If you want a quiet restful night sleep, this is not for you.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10

We had such a wonderful time. This place and the location is perfect!! We absolutely loved our time and would love to come back in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10

Old school colonial experience
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10

Beautiful place, just as described,
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10

Absolutely recommend - the property is beautiful with a gorgeous courtyard and is well situated in Old San Juan. Jon was very responsive and communicative. Highlight of our trip and would love to stay here again. Don't hesitate to book if available!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10

The rum baron house is awesome. Plenty of room and the single bathroom is was not an issue at all - we were 4 adults. The location is fabulous for Old San Juan, so close to a lot of great spots. The bedrooms have AC if that is needed and Jon as great to communicate with. We would definitely stay there again next time we head to PR.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10

A step back into the history of this wonderful city. House is gorgeous and well equipped. It has a few quirks like all old houses do, but owner communicates well. Walking distance to all the sights and good restaurants.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10

Unique special home for 3 couples. 18ft ceilings in this beautiful place with lots of ceiling fans throughout to help combat the heat. There is only AC in the bedrooms, which were so cool and lovely. The one bathroom worked out fine for us all as well, as the shower room is separate. Location, location, location was perfect for access to restaurants and shopping. Don't bother with a car for this part of your trip, but if you do, parking lots are nearby and cost about $30/24h.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10

First time to san juan for mist of us and we coukd not ask for a better place. Locatio ,location and location. Walking distance to so many great restaurants, shopping and bars. Night life was amazing and all just a few blocks away. Did I mention how great the location is? The weather made me catatonic when I contemplated my return to hell, otherwise know as Maine. Lest i get off track… the lone bathroom and shower was never an issue. We will definitely make an encore appearance here soon.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10

We loved our stay! The bedrooms were very comfortable and we all reported sleeping better than usual! We were there during an exceptional heat wave but the AC units in each bedroom were quiet and effective. Though we could hear the revelry of the street sounds, it did not bother our sleep. Located right in the middle of Old San Juan we could walk to all the sites — including Castillo San Felipe del Morro — and restaurants as we wanted. A short Uber ride got us to the beach. The one suggestion we have would be to add a grab bar at the entrance to, and another in, the shower for those with mobility issues. All-in-all, 5 stars!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10

This place was unlike anywhere we have ever stayed on vacation, and I say that in a VERY good way! Upon arrival we were greeted with an expansive layout, which included a huge kitchen, living room and dining room and that was just the start. The open-air huge courtyard was something out of a movie, it is hard to describe how old-world it was! When it rained it was magical. Two out of the three bedrooms had small corner sinks which was nice to get ready in the evening and morning (the third bedroom didn't have a sink, but the main bathroom does so that was helpful). Each bedroom had a very strong AC which was welcome. Just be aware that the rest of the apartment does not have AC, but the airflow is amazing with the shutters open in the main living area. We honestly didn't have any issues with it. The spa shower and tub were like something out of an old movie set. You will just have to experience them for yourselves! Very cool! Jon communicated frequently and was easy to reach if you needed anything, but we were good the entire stay. The location was literally smack dab in the middle of Old San Juan, so it was a quick jumping off spot to the entire town. We had a car, and there was an easy to find garage parking about a block away, but honestly, I'd recommend NOT taking a car into Old San Juan due to the limited street parking. It is just a major headache and is an additional cost to pay for (nothing to do with the rental, just FYI for those with autos).
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

We had a great time staying at Jon’s place in Old San Juan. In addition to the very cool aesthetic and clean quarters, the location is perfect! Within steps from the front door we had access to many bars, restaurants, and walkability to all of Old San Juan. We would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10

This was a perfect location in Old San Juan for walking, shopping and dining. The property was above and beyond our expectations. We were so excited to to get out and see Old San Juan that we didn't have enough time to enjoy all the property had to offer - from the amazing kitchen to the outdoor sitting area. We would love to stay here again should we visit Puerto Rico. James - Arizona
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10

Words can hardly do justice to how amazing this property is. You'll feel like royalty staying here, and you'll find yourself right in the middle of the most exciting part of San Juan. The location was even more impressive than the pictures can convey. It was clean, welcoming, comfortable, and beautiful.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2022

10/10

The pictures truly do not do this property justice. It is absolutely beautiful! The air conditioning in the bedrooms kept us very cool and we had no issues at all with the temp. in the rest of the home. The location is perfect with everything you need in walking distance. It was the perfect stay for my birthday trip and whenever I’m in San Juan again I will be booking again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10

The accommodations were exactly as described. The living space is open air (no A/C) and the bedrooms are A/C. If you are not open to that experience this is not for you. My 19 yr old girls LOVED the feel of the openness and embraced the culture. While you can hear everything outside it was part of the experience and became part of the memories that we brought back with us. There were 6 of us and 1 shower area but we easily managed showers. The same with the room with the toilet and sink… Simply not an issue. Each bedroom had a sink and mirror which Allows convenience to getting cleaned up to go out. We were 3 blocks from groceries. Eateries and bars were within blocks in every direction! Jon the host was very responsive anytime he was contacted. There was no parking there but a parking garage a few blocks away and a little further was outdoor parking.. All easy to get to. The beds were very comfortable. My ONLY critique would be for the kitchen to be a bit more stocked. There is enough to get by but with 6 people it was challenging . Would definitely stay again! Thank you Jon!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10

The pictures don’t do this place justice! It is awesome and we enjoyed it from the moment we arrived. The fans and many doors throughout help to keep it from being too hot and the rooms are nicely cooled with individual units at night. It would be good to know that on Friday and Saturday there can be some noise outside occasionally as people return home from bars and stuff at night, but by no means did it have any dramatic effect on our trip.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2022

10/10

Place is very cool & historic, high ceilings, great layout and the location couldn't be any better. Jon was very responsive and check-in/check-out was easy.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10

The pictures do not do this property justice. This home is so unique, with high ceilings, great ventilation, perfect location, very comfortable beds, cool shower, and kitchen with nice appliances, 3 sinks and ample accessories. We absolutely loved the opportunity to stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10

Great location, cooking utensils available, very gracious host who was an excellent communicator. We would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10

This was our first stay in this property. In a nutshell: WOW. It really feels like staying in a mansion from another era. It’s gorgeous, different, special. It’s one of the most magical places I’ve ever stayed in. We left reluctantly and wanting to have stayed longer. The owner and administrator both are dedicated and available and keep the property at top shape. The property and ambiance are spectacular. hopefully, this place will be on our regular rotation to come and stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021