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Royal Sonesta San Juan is a luxury wedding venue located in Carolina, Puerto Rico. Established in 2011, this beachfront hotel pairs tropical bliss with modern sophistication. The venue is set against a two-mile stretch of the sparkling, sandy Isla Verde Beach, resulting in a stunning setting for milestone moments. Located on Carolina’s Isla Verde, the hotel is a quick drive from the Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport, making it easily accessible for out-of-town guests. Only minutes from the historic Old San Juan district, those staying here will be able to seamlessly immerse themselves in the city’s rich culture.

Facilities and Capacity

Bright and beautiful, Royal Sonesta San Juan was designed with contemporary elegance in mind. With over 24,000 square feet of versatile indoor and outdoor event space, the hotel can accommodate weddings of up to 600 guests. Large celebrations can be held in the Preciosa Ballroom which offers couples a grand setting for ceremonies, cocktail hours, and receptions. For those hoping to admire Puerto Rico’s natural beauty as they dine and dance, the Caribbean Ballroom is ideal for any wedding-related event. The airy ballroom is complete with a terrace, offering a rejuvenating, open-air option for those celebrating. Special occasions with guest lists of up to 60 people can be hosted in the El Yunque or the Windward and Leeward Rooms. Each of the hotel’s event spaces is equipped with state-of-the-art technology for truly bespoke celebrations.

Services Offered

Royal Sonesta San Juan provides couples with the services of a dedicated special event coordinator to bring their visions to life. The coordinator will work with to-be-weds to ensure that their event runs seamlessly at every stage. For streamlined planning experiences, couples can avail of wedding packages that include the use of tables, chairs, glassware, flatware, china, and linens. The detail-oriented event team can also set up and clean up selected event spaces so that newlyweds have more time to spend with loved ones. All areas within the hotel are wheelchair accessible for the convenience and comfort of those celebrating.

Cuisine

The hotel’s team of culinary professionals would be happy to work with you to create a custom menu that suits your preferences and budget. Vegetarian, local, organic, and Fairtrade-certified meal choices are always available. To align with your event’s needs, you may choose between buffet, family-style, and plated serving options. Hors d'oeuvres and passed appetizers can be served during your cocktail hour for you and your guests to enjoy. If desired, an open bar complete with a variety of beverage options can also be arranged.

Accommodation

The luxury, beachfront hotel features 398 contemporary guests rooms and suites where newlyweds and their loved ones can rest before and after special celebrations. All of the rooms feature fine fabrics, modern features, and deluxe bathroom amenities, creating a comfortable ambiance. Overnight guests are invited to make use of the Zen Spa or swim in the hotel’s tranquil pool for further relaxation.

Frequently asked questions

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

$500

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

5

Describe your venue:

Hotel

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Covered Outdoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party

What event services do you offer?

Accommodations
Event Planner
Get Ready Rooms

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Valet
Wheelchair Access
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Reviews of The Royal Sonesta San Juan

4.4 out of 5 rating
4.4 out of 5 rating
9 Reviews
88% recommend it
  • Quality of service
    4.4 out of 5 rating
  • Average response time
    4.1 out of 5 rating
  • Professionalism
    4.4 out of 5 rating
  • Value
    4.5 out of 5 rating
  • Flexibility
    4.5 out of 5 rating
Weddingwire
4.4/5 9 reviews
Google
4.4/5 3348 reviews
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Kevin Sent on 05/31/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Our Destination Wedding at The Intercontinental, San Juan

The hotel was a beautiful location for our wedding. The ceremony was on the beach, the cocktail hour in the gardens, and the reception on the boardwalk. The food was great, the service was excellent, and the whole thing came together thanks to Joel Perdomo the Social Events Sales Manager. Our destination wedding was a success, in great part, due to all of the staff at the hotel.
Diana
Diana M. Sent on 05/01/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Stunning hotel and staff

Lydiette was the event coordinator for the Royal Sonesta for our Wedding. We had a destination wedding and she was so helpful and communicative about the whole process . She was able to set my mind at ease with the whole event any questions I had she was able to answer with professionalism and she was very knowledgeable. She was able to help us make decisions and help our vision come true and it was exactly what we imagined. The day of the event she was very punctual and was great about coordinating and keeping everything on a great time line along with the captain . The Wait staff was absolutely incredible with our guest . The food was top tier and I still have guest raving about the food and drinks couldn’t have had a better experience ❤️ the hotel is incredibly beautiful
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Amanda Sent on 07/14/2016
5 out of 5 rating
So... My wedding at another hotel was canceled one month before the big day due to renovations being moved up. And that was just one of a million other things that went majorly wrong leading up to my wedding. But what did go right??.... Joel! I thought my dream wedding would remain a dream until we moved our venue and guest rooms to the Intercontinental with Joel's help. My wedding, and my entire stay at the intercontinental was amazing. They have the best and friendliest staff, life-changing frozen mojitos (if you have never had them) and damn good food. Especially the fish tacos! I would not change a single thing about our whole experience with this hotel. I don't know why there aren't many other reviews, which made me hesitant before booking, but wow. The hotel is awesome. If your looking for a wedding venue, guest rooms, or just a place to vacation, this is it. And for those considering the hotel as your wedding venue, let me touch on some things that were important to us. 1) food. No one ever says they had phenomenal wedding food. Now I can say that I have. Everything served at the cocktail hour was amazing. The churrasco was beyond words and the Caribbean potato salad was.. I am seriously running out of words here.. Amazing also! Oh and the coconut flan. 2) venue. We had our ceremony, cocktail hour and reception on the boardwalk. We had the ocean breeze and a fantastic sunset. We had Palm trees and string lights. What more could you ask for? 3) hotel. Convenient location, amazing beach property, great rooms, great staff, private cabanas, bars and pool stayed open late, great breakfast, great food all around. No one wanted to leave. Including us! Thank you so much to Joel and the intercontinental!!
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Awards

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Professional Network & Endorsements

4 Endorsements
Ferrer Video Productions Ferrer Video Productions Wedding Videographers

The InterContinetal offers amazing surroundings, delicious food and elegant rooms. It has several alternatives for the event. It includes access to the beach!

EOS Events EOS Events Wedding Florists

One of the best venues in our beautiful island. Recently renovated with the elegance and detail decor of the salons.

David Medina Photography David Medina Photography Wedding Photographers

Recently renovated, the Intercontinental is a beautiful setting for your wedding.

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The Royal Sonesta San Juan frequently asked questions

The space offered by The Royal Sonesta San Juan for wedding events is known for:
  • Hotel
The Royal Sonesta San Juan offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Covered Outdoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
The Royal Sonesta San Juan offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
The Royal Sonesta San Juan offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Accommodations
  • Event Planner
  • Get Ready Rooms
The Royal Sonesta San Juan is recommended by 88% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.4 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.5 in flexibility, 4.5 in value, 4.4 in quality of service, 4.4 in professionalism and 4.1 in average response time.

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