Villa Eshta - Hostel

2.0 star property
Adults-only hostel with bar/lounge, near Carolina Beach

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Find your tropical haven at Villa Eshta - Hostel, nestled near Condado Beach and Isla Verde Beach. Relax on the sun-kissed terrace, unwind in the lush garden or enjoy a refreshing drink from the bar. Luggage storage and multilingual staff make for a hassle-free stay.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Bar/lounge
  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Multilingual staff
  • Picnic area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Luggage storage

Feel at home (6)

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Barbecue grill(s)

Room options

Double Room, 2 Twin Beds, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Furnished balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Microwave
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Private Room, Shared Bathroom Courtyard View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
2 bathrooms
Microwave
Stovetop
Furnished balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Microwave
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Economy Apartment, Private Kitchen

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Separate bedroom
Microwave
Stovetop
Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Microwave
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
61 Calle Santa Cecilia, San Juan, San Juan, 00911

What's nearby

  • Carolina Beach - 3 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Isla Verde Beach - 3 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Condado Beach - 5 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Pan American Pier - 5 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Port of San Juan - 6 min drive - 6.9 km

Getting around

  • Luis Munoz Marin Intl. Airport (SJU) - 20 min drive
  • Sacred Heart Station - 27 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Kasalta - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Barista Mafia - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Acapulco Taquería Mexicana - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Loíza Roofyard - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Villa Eshta - Hostel

Villa Eshta - Hostel puts you just a 5-minute drive from Casino del Mar at La Concha Resort and Jose Miguel Agrelot Coliseum. Free WiFi is an added perk, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby snorkeling. A bar/lounge and a terrace are offered, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 8 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 10:30 AM - 10:00 PM
    • Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum guest age is 18
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • No onsite parking
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas
    • Caters to adults only

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Bar/lounge
  • Barbecue grills
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Lockers available

Accessibility

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Furnished balcony/patio

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Soap and shampoo
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Stovetop
  • Cookware, dishes, and utensils

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shared accommodations
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps

Special features

Dining

Hookah Bar - Onsite cocktail bar.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • 12 percent cleaning fee will be charged (varies based on length of stay)

Optional extras

  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 20 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Long-term renters welcome.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International

Also known as

Villa Eshta
Villa Eshta - Hostel San Juan
Villa Eshta - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Villa Eshta - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation San Juan

Frequently asked questions

Does Villa Eshta - Hostel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Villa Eshta - Hostel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Villa Eshta - Hostel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Villa Eshta - Hostel?

Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Villa Eshta - Hostel.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Villa Eshta - Hostel?

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. There's a charge of USD 20 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at Villa Eshta - Hostel?

No, this hostel doesn't have a casino, but Casino del Mar at La Concha Resort (3-min drive) and Sheraton Casino (6-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at Villa Eshta - Hostel and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as snorkeling. Enjoy amenities like a picnic area and a garden.

Does Villa Eshta - Hostel have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a furnished balcony or patio.

What's the area around Villa Eshta - Hostel like?

Villa Eshta - Hostel is a short 1-minute walk from Calle Loiza and 8 minutes' walk from Playa Ocean Park.

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Reviews

Villa Eshta - Hostel Reviews

7.6

Good

7.8

Cleanliness

6.6

Location

8.2

Staff & service

7.4

Eco-friendliness

7.2

Property conditions & facilities

Popular mentions

Room
Service staff
Beach
Restaurant
Bar
Kitchen
Location
Bathroom

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Best place i stay
miriam, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Villa gives you that authentic Puerto Rico vibe, and while it was a 5 star hotel, the staff made it feel like it with there 5 star service
Casshan, 3-night trip

2/10 Poor

There was human hair on the sheets, private room was accessible by walking through a hall of people sleeping
Kareem, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

I liked it for a cheap quick stay is very convenient and in a okay area close to everything . I would probably go back. And at night the lounge in the back is fun. Just bring. Something g for the mosquitoes
Luisa, 3-night trip

6/10 Good

No parking
Ruben, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

I have not received after hours checkin details.
kimberly, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Didn't see a single employee until checking out. Was told there was no drinking water available because the bar was closed. Had to pass through a dorm with lots of people sleeping to get to the room which is very awkward. Mattress was very bad.

10/10 Exceptional

Good location & staff was awesome!
Jose, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

I WOULD NOT RECOMMEND THIS PLACE TO STAY AT .
Andrea, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place
karen, 3-night trip

2/10 Poor

It was so complicated and confusing to get approved for check in, we just went to another place to stay and lost out on 1 nights cost of stay. I don’t recommend staying here, it’s too much of a hassle.
Ashley, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very nice room and reasonable price
Nancy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice clean space Medium quality of finishing but ok
Gadi, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Básico

No hay recepción. La habitación privada comparte baño, entonces no tiene mucho sentido. El aire no enfría solo es ventilador. La regadera está pegada a la pared y las instalaciones eléctricas están listas para un mega corto; súper inseguro tener una regadera electrica con una buena y segura conexión.
naara vasty, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Property was okay the first day we got there we didn't have no hot water
Jose, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good location, clean rooms

The location is very great, couple of minutes away from Ocean park beach, a Walgreens right across the street, great restaurants and bars around the place. The rooms, sheets, towels, and bathroom were very clean, when we had a question or an issue we got help/solution within a reasonable time-frame. Only negative I may mention is at one or two nights there were people partying after 10 PM, which was designated as the time to calm down for the comfort of all. Besides that, if you want to meet new people, stay at a cost/performance place in a good location, Villa Eshta is suggested.
7-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I cannot recommend this place enough! The comments saying the staff are amazing are beyond true. The staff made Villa Eshta an insanely friendly and welcoming environment. Not only did they give perfect recommendations, they went out of their way to give us a real Puerto Rican experience. Villa Eshta is located in a good area... close to beach, as well as one of the main shopping/eating streets. The rooms are exactly as expected from pictures online. If you are looking to experience more of San Juan than just the beautiful beaches, Villa Eshta is absolutely the place to stay.
Natalie, 5-night trip

2/10 Poor

The worst place I ever seen.
Edgar, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Sucia insegura y con mucho ruido del sector externo
Ricardo, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Homey, convenient to beaches and authentic PR dining, we would stay here again. Location is off of the main street, so not as noisy. Staff was helpful and friendly! The kitchen and sitting area in our room were a surprise bonus, although we were only staying one night.
ROSS A, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

To be fair, I'm not the target market for this place, but our night here was one long sleep-deprivation torture simulation: loud male voices right outside our window into the wee hours (so close we could hear entire conversations), house music blasting nearby at 3am, cars rumbling by blaring music, more loud voices and banging around after the clubs closed, bright lights piercing through the curtains allll night long, early morning trash trucks - it never stopped. Do NOT stay here unless you are the type of person who can fall asleep and stay asleep in the middle of a house party. Also, there was no hot water. The place itself was clean but dumpy. I am astonished that they can charge $160/night here. I feel duped. Yes, it's close to the beach, but IMO not worth the trauma.
Megan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Exelente seevicio dueño muy amables todo.momentos
Heidy, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

The property should be condemned, the floors are not level. When you get up from bed, you feel like you are going to fall on your face because of the floors are leaning. At first although our reservation was for a double bed they gave us a room with two twin beds.
Gisela, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was a great stay
1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Our room was a small apartment. It had all the necessities for a nice stay. The street can be noisy but nothing some ear plugs couldn’t fix. Hot water with the flip of a switch. Soft bed. Awesome staff! Thanks Villa Eshta!
9-night trip