Aparthotel

ESJ Beach Hotel

3.5 star property

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On the beach, beach towels
Lobby
Superior Studio, 2 Double Beds | Private kitchen
Superior Studio, 2 Double Beds
Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, City View | Living area

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Gym
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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6165 Isla Verde - Ave Carolina, Carolina, 00979
  • Place, Isla Verde Beach
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Carolina Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Jose Miguel Agrelot Coliseum
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Juan (SJU-Luis Munoz Marin Intl.)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Studio

  • 51 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Deluxe Studio, Ocean View

  • 51 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Premium Studio, 2 Double Beds, Lanai

  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Premium Studio, 2 Double Beds, Terrace (Lanai)

  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

One Bedroom Suite

  • 58 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Deluxe Studio

  • 51 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed OR 2 Double Beds

One Bedroom Suite Ocean View

  • 58 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Family Suite, 3 Bedrooms, Ocean View

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 11
  • 1 King Bed and 4 Double Beds

One Bedroom Suite Terrace

  • 58 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Superior Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

  • 51 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Superior Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Ocean View

  • 51 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Superior Studio, 2 Double Beds

  • 51 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Superior Studio, 2 Double Beds, Ocean View

  • 51 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, City View

  • 2 bedrooms
  • City view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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About the area

Carolina

ESJ Beach Hotel is centrally located in Carolina, a 4-minute walk from Isla Verde Beach and a 5-minute drive from The Mall of San Juan. .This beach aparthotel is 3.8 mi (6.2 km) from Jose Miguel Agrelot Coliseum and 5 mi (8 km) from Condado Beach.

What's nearby

  • Isla Verde Beach - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Carolina Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Jose Miguel Agrelot Coliseum - 8 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Condado Beach - 10 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Puerto Rico Convention Center - 10 min drive - 10.2 km

Getting around

  • Pinero Station - 7 min drive
  • Luis Munoz Marin Intl. Airport (SJU) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mi Casita Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Chili's Grill & Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Karaya - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Wendy’s - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Lifeguards Of The Reef - ‬4 min walk

About this property

ESJ Beach Hotel

Family-friendly fun on the beach, with outdoor pool
ESJ Beach Hotel offers 66 air-conditioned accommodations with washers/dryers and safes. Rooms open to balconies. Accommodations at this 3.5-star aparthotel have kitchens with refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils.

Bathrooms include bathtubs, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Recreational amenities at the aparthotel include an outdoor pool and a fitness center.
Make yourself at home in one of the 66 air-conditioned rooms featuring kitchens with refrigerators and ovens. Rooms have private balconies. Flat-screen televisions are provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and microwaves.
Don't miss out on recreational opportunities including an outdoor pool and a fitness center. Additional features at this aparthotel include complimentary wireless internet access, an arcade/game room, and a television in a common area.
Enjoy a meal at El Cafecito Coffee Shop or snacks in the aparthotel's coffee shop/cafe. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, multilingual staff, and luggage storage. Limited parking is available onsite.
Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 8:00 AM and 11:00 AM.
El Cafecito Coffee Shop - Onsite café.
Mint Bar - Onsite bar. Open daily.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On a sandy beach
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Dial-up internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Car not required
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Family friendly

  • Children stay free (see details)

Restaurants on site

  • El Cafecito Coffee Shop
  • Mint Bar

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 15 to 25 for adults and USD 10 to 20 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Alarm clock
  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels
  • Games
  • TV in common areas

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace
  • Walkway to water

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Work spaces

  • Coworking space
  • Laptop workspace

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Blackout drapes
  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Vending machine

Location highlights

  • In an entertainment district
  • In the city centre
  • Near the airport
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Air hockey
  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Gym
  • Table tennis
  • Casino nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 1 building
  • 17 floors
  • 66 units
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Towels (changed on request)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 75.00
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 75.00

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from May 12 2025 to August 31 2026 (dates subject to change):
  • Swimming pool
The property will be renovating from May 12 2025 to December 31 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Elevator
  • Exterior
  • Hallway
  • Parking area
  • Select guestrooms
  • Swimming pool
During renovations, the aparthotel will make every effort to minimize noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 16 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Resort fee: USD 30.00 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Beach access
  • Beach towels
  • Fitness center access
  • In-room bottled water
  • In-room coffee
  • In-room safe

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 15.00 to 25.00 for adults, and USD 10 to 20 for children
  • Early check-in fee: USD 75.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 75.00 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property
Parking height restrictions apply

Property is also known as

ESJ Towers Aparthotel
ESJ Towers Aparthotel Carolina
ESJ Towers Carolina
El San Juan Towers
Esj Hotel Carolina
Esj Tower San Juan
Esj Towers Hotel Isla Verde
ESJ Towers Puerto Rico/Isla Verde
Esj Towers San Juan
San Juan Hotel Esj Towers
San Juan Towers Hotel
ESJ Azul Aparthotel Carolina
ESJ Azul Aparthotel
ESJ Azul Carolina

Reviews

ESJ Beach Hotel Reviews

6.8

7.0/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

5.8/10

Amenities

6.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1042 out of 4218 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1052 out of 4218 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 926 out of 4218 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 573 out of 4218 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 625 out of 4218 reviews

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Pit

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My room was situated in the 6th floor. There seemed to be an issue with moisture in my room because it smelled terribly like mold and you can feel the humidity in the air inside the room. My friend stayed in the same floor, 2 doors down and her room was also in poor condition. Interior humidity was bad, the room smelled like mold and dog food. The paint was peeling from the walls by the kitchen. Service at the counter was great, staff was helpful and kind. The bed sheets, towels and table were clean. But the conditions of the rooms were terrible.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

maria

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Rosa

Travelled with family
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Elevators hardly work, phone in the room and safe either. We mentioned it and was told somebody was coming up but no one ever did. We were told we would get priority check in since we were there hours early but that did not happen.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Monica

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
all the photos online of this property are deceiving!! i was scared to shower every day because i was nervous the plumbing would explode while i was in there. the tile corners and shower fixtures are so incredibly dingy and gross. the amount of money this property charges people i’m sure they can put some money into renovations because jeez!! i couldn’t even get into my balcony the first night there because it was so rusted shut. it took all my friends pulling to pry it open and when we got out there we saw the disgusting condition the balcony was in and the fact the railing was held together by a piece of plywood haha that was crazy to see. don’t get me started on the ridiculous amount of fruit flies appearing out of no where every single day multiplying!! my time in puerto rico was amazing but i was sad every time i had to return to the hotel to change/sleep. do yourself a favor and stay somewhere like a marriott. the amount i spent for what i got is criminal, i feel like i was scammed :( wish i could get my money back bc this was not a great experience i feel fooled.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Arturo

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was unsanitary, there was an unpleasant-smelling on the hallways by the time we were in the hotel. There was construction going on at the pool area so we were not sure if this was the cause for this. Our stay was disappointing from the start. Accessing the hotel was inconvenient as there were only stairs, no ramp or assistance which made it really difficult to carry our luggage in. On top of that, when I politely asked to step outside near the reception area to look at the beach, I was told not to open the door and directed elsewhere, which felt unwelcoming.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle, waterbury

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sadly pool was not open due to remodeling, but beach access is at back door! Staff was friendly & helpful. Rooms have full kitchen so def was a bonus! Def will be staying again
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

ROBERTO LUIS, Cape Coral

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is runned down. The rooms are antiquated and dirty. Dead water bug by the bed. But worst of all pool advertised hasn’t been open in years.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Noah Kevin

Travelled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
The property was in a great location. It was not as run down as the reviews showed. However, we booked with Expedia and selected queen beds, which the property does not even have. We were given double beds only in 1 room and a King and chair sleeper in the other even though I called 3 times to make sure we would have two queen beds in each room. Also, the room was not ready when we arrived, but it only took them 15 minutes to ready. We were missing bedding which they sent up in a few hours after our request and we never received the extra blanket. The beach access is also only from 7 AM to 7 PM, which made it difficult for us since we went on several excursions and didn't make it back in time. Overall it was a good stay. The shower had plenty of hot water and the beds were comfortable. The lenai we booked was pretty run down. We're not too picky so the room was acceptable to us.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Brittany

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My overall experience was VERY mid. When we got there our balcony door didn’t open. Had to wait a day for someone to come and “fix” it (tell us not to lock it so it can stay open). They only came to take our dirty towels and told us we only clean the rooms if your staying 4 nights or longer. Mold smell in the room. I wouldn’t come back. Not worth it for the price you pay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Maria

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love that the property is right on the beach and there’s access to lots of restaurants. The room was clean and had an updated bathroom and full kitchen. But building is a bit run down and no pool or beach chairs.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Carlos

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
No swimming pool is on remodeling, my granddaughters was disappointing, two beach towels for 5 people, ask for absolute Vodka not have, ask for Cranberries juice no has ,ask for Ron and coke no run only flavored, no park for my truck the said is too high was so bad my daughter and granddaughters stay only one night me andy wife stay alone for 4 day in a 5 person roon ,,, never again and i have more 😡😤
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Anaya

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jazmine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful hotel! Great views just like the pictures!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Caroline, Nutley

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were horrible, furniture old and rusty. Bathroom need an update as well as the rug. This room didn't look like the room in the picture. I believe this is a fraudulent advertisement from expedia or the property. Never again
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Xavier

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort
No pool. Damaged walls and old.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Maribel

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ive stayed here before and my previous experience was the complete opposite to this one. Upon arrival in the early morning.... our side of the building was without water. In addition to being unable to shower, we found an infeststion of roaches on bed, in covers. We brought this to management's attention and they did little to nothing to show concern. Needless to say we cancelled our reservation and left later that morning. They had a complete disregard for these unsanitary conditions. Did not even TRY to compensate in any way.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Ebony

Liked: Cleanliness

Interesting

The water was off for 12 hours during my stay. I had to bathe with water bottles and brush my teeth with them. They didn’t offer a credit or remove money off the hotel for inconvenience. I was happy that I was able to do my laundry there but locating the laundry facility was very hard since it was on basement two and there’s only one elevator that goes to basement two there’s also no air conditioning or service in basement too so it’s very scary down there. Overall, the hotel was very beautiful and had a lot of space and I absolutely love the balcony but due to not having water for 12 hours, I will not be booking here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perform an Up grade to the room.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Vivian

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Kristylee

Travelled with family
Close to beach. Water main break but 12 hours with no water is unacceptable. Reserved two queen size beds got two full size beds very uncomfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
It was amazing. Very clean and the staff was very friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I thought customer service was excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Maria

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Needs better shower pipes
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tanya

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Frankie

Liked: Cleanliness
Balcony view
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025