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Serenity Boatel, standard cabin in San Juan

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A compact kitchen with wooden cabinetry, a built-in stove, and a small dining area with a bench.
A marina with multiple yachts docked.
A cozy interior with wooden furniture, cushioned seating, and curtains.
A compact, wooden interior with a bunk bed, a small desk, and a narrow passageway.
A compact galley with a sink, stove, and compact refrigerator.

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Highlights

  • Wake up on the waves
    A rare find — sleep on the water in this unique houseboat stay.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Distrito T-Mobile

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Air-conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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San Juan
  • Place, Sheraton Casino
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Distrito T-Mobile
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Puerto Rico Convention Center
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Juan (SJU-Luis Munoz Marin Intl.)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Bunk Beds

Bedroom 2

2 Single Bunk Beds

Bedroom 3

2 Single Bunk Beds

Bedroom 4

2 Single Bunk Beds

Bedroom 5

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

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About the area

San Juan

Located on the waterfront, this houseboat is in Santurce, a neighbourhood in San Juan. Distrito T-Mobile and Plaza las Americas are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Condado Beach and Escambron Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Jose Miguel Agrelot Coliseum, or consider a night out at Roberto Clemente Coliseum. With jet skiing, scuba diving and power boating nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Map
San Juan

What's nearby

  • Laguna del Condado - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Sheraton Casino - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Condado Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Distrito T-Mobile - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Puerto Rico Convention Center - 12 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Sacred Heart Station - 4 min drive
  • San Juan (SJU-Luis Munoz Marin Intl.) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sazon Cocina Criolla - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Choices Sheraton - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Los Pinos Cafe - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Pudge’s Pizza - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Texas de Brazil - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Serenity Boatel, standard cabin in San Juan pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Serenity Boatel, standard cabin in San Juan?

As of 2 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Serenity Boatel, standard cabin in San Juan on 2 Jan 2027 start from AU$239, 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.

How much is parking at Serenity Boatel, standard cabin in San Juan?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Serenity Boatel, standard cabin in San Juan?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Serenity Boatel, standard cabin in San Juan?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Serenity Boatel, standard cabin in San Juan located?

Located in Santurce, this houseboat is within a 10-minute walk of Paseo Caribe, Pan American Pier and Sheraton Casino. Condado Beach and Puerto Rico Convention Center are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

7.0

Good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 11 reviews

6.0/10

Cleanliness

2.0/10

Amenities

2.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Check-in

6.4/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun Stay in San Juan

This was a unique way to enjoy the area while being close to San Sebastián festival in Old San Juan!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A unique experience, we rented smaller quarters during Sanse festival. Sol, the owner, has a thick Russian accent which makes it all seem a little mysterious for lack of a better word. He was pleasant enough but not extremely talkative. Quarters were really small, somewhat outdated but clean with bunk beds, shower also small, but remember it’s an old sailboat. I enjoyed the whole experience, not only the accommodations and meeting Sol, but the Marina was awesome, filled with luxury yachts and seeing how other half lives. Also we were in walking distance of our cruise port
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Making memories in San Juan

Staying on Captain Sol’s sailboat in the marina between Old San Juan and San Juan has been a positive experience for vacation. Not only is it very convenient for traveling and touring the city but the free parking for our rental car was great. The boat stay was clean, charming, and a neat experience for the trip. Captain Sol was very cordial and full of useful travel information. I recommend this stay to anyone who wants to travel light and move quick. The convenience is a premium when traveling.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar 2020
Thanks a lot for good words!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Recent Stay

Enjoyed the stay and getting to know Sol. Boat is conveniently located in the harbor within walking distance to many restaurants and the Condado. Old town San Juan is about a 5 minute drive too. The boat is comfortable and a gentle breeze is always available with great views of the skyline. Sol, the owner is interesting to talk to and is very passionate about his boat. A creative place to stay, much better than a 10 x 15 hotel cube. Would do it again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar 2020
Thanks a lot for your good words!
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
WE MAKE OUR RESERVATION AT EXPEDIA AND NOT EVEN A PHONE NUMBER WAS PROVIDED IT. GOT LOST... THE ADDRESS WAS NOT PROPER... ARRIVED BY 5:45PM AND NO ONE WAS THERE. CALL, CALL AND CALL... SO WE LEFT AND AT 6:45PM THE OWNER CALL US WHEN WE WERE GONE DRIVING FOR ONE HOUR... WE HAVE A FLIGHT AT 6AM SPIRIT AND WE WILL SLEEP IN THE CAR... WE WANT OUR MONEY BACK. WE HAD A FLIGHT 4AM AND WE RATHER SLEEP IN THE CAR... THAN STAYING THERE... THOSE ARE NOT THE ACTUAL PICTURES OF THE SAILBOAT..
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, communication
We never stayed. Boat is slipped at San Juan Bay marina, PR. The marina policy is NO rentals. Host had been doing an end run. As soon as we got out of the taxi the marina security shut us down hard. They were aware of the deception. Host had messaged me not to discuss rental with marina staff, trust me, they already knew. Should have sent up a red go but this came after it was booked. There was a four day festival going on this weekend, think you’re going too find alternate accommodations? Guess again. The only reason I booked it was the proximity to the cruise ship departure point as we needed to arrive a day earlier due to our flight. After hours of trying to figure something we returned to SJU airport, rented a car, and drove 20 miles to find a room that was not an obscene price for the night. Caveat Emptor. Totally bad experience. Expedia language algorithms prevent me from using the language I would prefer using. Shame on Expedia for allowing this listing.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place!!

Review of My Recent Stay at [Property Name]I recently had the pleasure of staying at [Property Name] during my visit to [Location], and I couldn't be happier with my experience! From the moment I booked the stay, the host, [Host’s Name], was incredibly accommodating and responsive. Upon arrival, I was greeted with a warm welcome and a personalized note that made me feel right at home. The space itself was spotless and beautifully decorated, with all the amenities one could ask for—comfortable bedding, a fully equipped kitchen, and even some thoughtful touches like snacks and local guidebooks.Throughout my stay, [Host’s Name] was available for any questions I had and went above and beyond to ensure I had everything I needed. Whether it was recommending great local restaurants or providing tips on nearby attractions, it was clear that they genuinely cared about making my stay enjoyable.The location of the property was also fantastic—central to many popular sites and with easy access to public transportation. I loved being able to explore the neighborhood and return to such a lovely place to unwind at the end of the day.I highly recommend [Property Name] to anyone looking to stay in [Location]. The combination of a beautiful space, thoughtful hospitality, and a great location makes it a standout choice. I’m already looking forward to my next visit!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place even better location.

What a great start to my vacation. Never booked a hotel online let alone a boatel. Very cool diff do again!!!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Not what I expected

I’m a guy - the owner suggested I use the women’s restroom at the marina because HE likes using it. As a guy I was creeped out. Also, I did not know that I would not be able to freely come-and-go. He asked I call him by 11:00pm to get back into the gated pier. At 11:00 he was already asleep, but a security guard let me in. The boat was not very clean inside (clutter, hair, grime).
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar 2020
The man had a choice men or women toilet. Both are private. Locked by key. Women was more clear and due to a recommended this.
Archival

2/10 Terrible

Nice boat, but the "owner"...

Four ladies on the trip of a lifetime to the Caribbean were not impressed. We agreed on a price, but were charged $150 extra pr.person upon arrival for us staying in seperate cabins - even though we were not being informed about thid when booking. Add an "owner" that stayed on the boat so that we felt watched and could not relax, an "owner" that stumbled around drunk and who kept complaining about the "mess" we made (a couple of books and a blanket that was not folded): we were not happy. The deal we were given when booking was that towels and sheets were to be changed twice; it ended with us having to beg for it to be changed once during our 10 day stay - and the "owner" being angry when we insisted that we should not change them ourselves. One of the toilets did not work properly and flooded one bathroom. We do not recommend leasing this boat.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar 2020
This persons were inadequate and didn't understand specific boat life. They were looking for just cheap prices but not exclusively place. The had too match negative energy before came to my boat!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Very nice experience.

Sol is a wonderful host. He was very gracious and open with his boat. I would highly recommend staying at this unique property.
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar 2020
Mary k and her husband are wonderful people and it was a pleasure having them stay on my boat.
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