1149 Ave Magdalena, Condado, San Juan, Puerto Rico | (618) 248-8274
Excellent location in the Condado district, near dining and entertainment
Condado Beach is less than five minutes away by foot
Modest
rooms offer flat-screen TVs and scented bath products
Some rooms have sleeper sofas, desks, and furnished balconies or terraces
Free
breakfast includes oatmeal and fresh crepes
Small outdoor pool with small waterfall feature (closed on our visit)
Appealing
fourth-floor furnished terrace with nice city views
Free Wi-Fi throughout
Pool is tiny
Some guests
complain of cleanliness issues
No on-site parking
Report of inconsistent water pressure and heat in showers
Le Consulat is a two-and-a-half-pearl hotel located in San Juan’s stylish Condado district. The hotel offers access to the neighborhood’s buzzing nightlife scene, as well as Condado Beach, which is less than a five-minute walk away. The hotel’s 20 guest rooms are simple and unassuming; they offer coffee- and tea-making facilities as well as flat-screen TVs. Its city view terrace is charming, and the freshly cooked breakfast is above average. One major downside is the tiny pool. It’s worth comparing rates with the nearby Holiday Inn Express San Juan Condado, which has a bigger pool and a similar location.
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Scene
This unfussy value option is a popular choice for pre- and post-cruise stays
Le Consulat’s
smart little four-story exterior makes a cute first impression. Inside, the quaint reception area includes a potted orchid and a bold blue accent wall. Free water is provided on the tiled reception desk. A
framed photo of Le Consulat, a historic Parisian cafe, hangs on the wall. The cafe supposedly served as inspiration for the hotel’s name. The breakfast
area plays up the hotel’s French theme with wall murals of French words and crepes on offer; however, this theme and the hotel’s branding as a
boutique property seem to have been forgotten in its run-of-the-mill guest
rooms. Le Consulat attracts a number of pre- and post-cruise guests -- mostly couples -- so many
are only here for a quick one-night stay.
Location
Action-packed location in San Juan’s busy Condado district
Le Consulat
is located just off Avenida Ashford, the main road that runs through the Condado
district. The hotel is a five-minute walk from beautiful Condado Beach. Diverse shops and restaurants are found within walking distance as well. Condado
is also one of the city’s biggest nightlife hubs, packed with casinos, bars, and
clubs. La Ventana
al Mar, a pretty oceanfront park that often hosts outdoor events, is a
four-minute walk away. Old San Juan and its historic sights can be reached in about 20 minutes by car,
and Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport is an 11-minute drive, without traffic.
Rooms
Pleasant rooms include flat-screen TVs as well as coffee- and tea-making facilities
Rooms at Le
Consulat are somewhat bland. They're decorated with maroon bed runners and skirts,
dark wood furniture, and crisp white duvets. Art choices are somewhat odd,
ranging from Lech Walesa (the former president of Poland) quotes to Andy Warhol prints. Closets offer storage
space, as well as irons and personal safes. All rooms feature flat-screen TVs, two
bottles of water, and coffee- and tea- making facilities. Many rooms
have simple work desks and sleeper sofas. Some rooms have terraces with
loungers, but most are enclosed by high walls that obstruct any possible views.Generic
bathrooms offer granite countertops and showers. Bathrooms are
stocked with citrus-smelling shampoo, conditioner, and body lotion from Judith
Jackson Spa. Rooms were tidy during our visit, but past guests have reported
cleanliness problems and lack of hot water in the showers.
Features
Tiny outdoor pool, free freshly cooked breakfast, and free Wi-Fi
Features are limited but convenient at Le Consulat. Free
breakfast is served in a bright dining area on the top floor the hotel.
Breakfast includes orange juice, coffee or tea, oatmeal, a croissant, as well
as a choice between a few different types of crepes. But lunch and dinner aren't served on the property. The breakfast area includes
a work station with a personal computer available for guest use. This area opens onto a lovely
terrace with dark wicker patio furniture, which offers beautiful views over the
city.The hotel
also features a tiny outdoor pool, but it was closed for maintenance during our
visit. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout. Parking isn't offered on-site, but
there are several lots nearby where guests can park for a surcharge.
