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Ocean View Old San Juan Historic House, CASA LILA

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Interior
Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
2 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6232 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    Washer
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Ocean View Old San Juan Historic House, CASA LILA

Five Hundred yr old house is located in the Old City. Have a leisurely walk to experience the colonial architecture of hanging balconies and cobblestone streets that would make you feel like you have gone back in time. The city is surrounded by a massive wall and fortifications that were built to protect it from land invasions; the house is across the street from San Cristobal Fort.

Old San Juan is the home port to the most important cruise ship lines. Duty-Free shops and exciting nightlife, lots of international cuisine restaurants.

Spectacular uninterrupted views of the Atlantic Ocean and colonial San Cristobal fort. Recently beautifully renovated. The entire house is rented to guests.

The second level is reachable only using spiral stairs, for the elderly or people with difficulty, there is a queen sofa bed on the first level, also, a full bathroom.

Kids must be supervised all the time, the house has spiral stairs and balconies.

Maximum capacity is 6 guests.

Keywords: Ocean View House, CASA LILA

Property manager

Rosa Avalo

Languages

English, French, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 2,500 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: CHILDREN MUST BE SUPERVISED AT ALL TIMES.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number 0679221425

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Ocean View Historic House Old San Juan
Ocean View Historic House
Ocean View Historic Old San Juan
Ocean View Historic House in Old San Juan San Juan
Ocean View Historic House in Old San Juan Private vacation home

About the area

Map
Old San Juan, San Juan

What's nearby

  • Port of San Juan - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Castillo San Felipe del Morro - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Pan American Pier - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Condado Beach - 5 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Puerto Rico Convention Center - 6 min drive - 4.7 km

Getting around

  • Sacred Heart Station - 8 min drive
  • San Juan (SJU-Luis Munoz Marin Intl.) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Verguenza - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪El Jibarito - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Caficultura - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Casa Luna Rest - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Mercado La Carreta - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Ocean View Old San Juan Historic House, CASA LILA pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Ocean View Old San Juan Historic House, CASA LILA?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ocean View Old San Juan Historic House, CASA LILA?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Ocean View Old San Juan Historic House, CASA LILA located?

Located in Old San Juan, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of San Juan National Historic Site and Port of San Juan. Condado Beach and Puerto Rico Convention Center are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Ocean View Old San Juan Historic House, CASA LILA Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 24 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 24 reviews" "
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Vikki M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Historic Gem in the Heart of Old San Juan
We had an incredible stay at this beautiful historic home in the heart of Old San Juan. From the moment we arrived, the experience was flawless. The location couldn’t be better—situated within walking distance to all the major landmarks, charming streets, and vibrant local restaurants. Exploring the city was effortless with everything so close by. The home itself is a stunning piece of history, well preserved but includes all the amenities you could need. The blend of old-world charm and contemporary comfort made our stay feel unique and memorable. The hospitality was top-notch. The hosts were warm and attentive. They went above and beyond to make us feel welcome, providing excellent communication. We truly enjoyed every moment of our stay and would highly recommend this historic home to anyone looking for an authentic Old San Juan experience. It was an unforgettable vacation, and we can't wait to return!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ali H.

Liked: Cleanliness
The perfect place to stay in San Juan
We loved this house. It was beautifully acquainted, extremely spacious and in the perfect location to be close to restaurants and bars in San Juan. I went with a group of 5 girls for my bachelorette and staying here was a major highlight of this trip. Rosa was an excellent host and very responsive with communication throughout our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria P., Phelan, United States

Liked: Cleanliness
Even better than the description and photos!
Wow! Wow! We are definitely returning to this well kept and interestingly decorated house. We were be blown away by the view of the ocean and the interior of this lovely home. Casa Lila is a must stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melanie B., Clover, SC

Liked: Cleanliness
Home away from home
My husband and I have been to Puerto Rico a few times via cruising but this year for our annual get together with friends we wanted to stay and explore the beautiful historic Old San Juan. We chose this property for its location and we were blown away by its historical charm and decor but with all the modern amenities you would want. The views are spectacular! Morning coffee in the courtyard was so tranquil and it set the mood for our day of exploring all this beautiful city has to offer. Our late afternoon drinks on the rooftop were a must before we headed out for dinner and experienced the nightlife of OSJ. To top it all off, Rosa is a dream host and responded within minutes of anything we needed which wasn’t much as she has truly thought of everything. We can’t wait to return in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josef U.

Liked: Cleanliness
A true Immersion Experience.
I wanted an immersion experience for our yearly family get together. I can find nice boxy hotel rooms anywhere. Rosa’s villa delivered. The experience of living in a 500 year old house in Old San Juan looking out over the ocean was unforgettable. We spent most of our time in the indoor patio overlooking the sea and watching passing traffic, both foot and vehicle-very cool during the Iron Man competition. No roughing it in this historic villa. Any modern convenience desired is here. From gourmet kitchen to waterfall walk-in shower. I can’t say enough about our experience, just being walking distance to everything is so convenient. In addition Rosa is the best communicator I’ve ever dealt with regarding rentals- thank you, Rosa.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin F., Gloucester Massachusetts USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Easter Week
I have had the pleasure of visiting Puerto Rico on numerous occasions. This time I chose to spend my entire week in Old San Juan at Rosa’s home. It was a great experience, to spend the days exploring the back streets and little gems downtown. Ample places to relax and dine out each evening, ending the night on the roof deck by the ocean. There were two of us at Casa Lila, so it was nice to have a private bath connected to each bedroom. It was a pleasant and relaxing week in Old San Juan. Thank you Rosa for your hospitality.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda & Douglas B., Pennsylvania

Liked: Cleanliness
Captivating, enchanting, charismatic!
Rosa is a perfect host, easy to communicate with and quickly responsive when needed. Bedding and linens are all top quality and so comfortable! Old San Juan is a gem. But I didn’t expect this hypnotically beautiful, historic, artwork-filled house to gently entwine and bewitch me with such force that it would be so agonizing to leave. The house itself, along with its location, is idyllic perfection. The roof deck! The bedroom balcony! The hammocks! The pictures tell you what words cannot begin to do justice to. But the interior seaside courtyard!! She is now a cherished old friend that is part of my soul. Thank you Rosa, I will never forget my stay at Case Lila!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edwin B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Old San Juan Home
This beautiful home is located in the best possible part of Old San Juan. It is exquisitely decorated and is a wonderful place to stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

David L.

Liked: Cleanliness
A True Cultural Experience
We absolutely loved our experience at Casa Lilla. This 500-year-old home sits directly across from the Cristobal Fort and faces the ocean in historic Old Town. The location could not be any better...just minutes from the historic sights, restaurants and watering holes. Each of the rooms is beautifully decorated. The house also has a first-floor courtyard, second floor balcony and rooftop entertaining spot for morning coffees, sunbathing, and sunset cocktails. We mainly dined out but used the kitchen and dining room for breakfast and evening board/card games; the kitchen has everything you need to prepare full-on meals, if you wish. We took a car hire from the airport and used taxis/Uber to go to Santurce, Condado and nearby beaches. There are parking lots nearby for rental cars, but we were glad to avoid this as it really was not necessary to have a car. We booked about five months ago and found communicating with the owner to be a high-quality experience; she was so positive and answered our questions with quick, informative replies. We stayed here three nights before then traveling to the south side of El Yunque to stay in a villa house with a pool for the next five nights. Casa Lilla was the perfect way to kick-off our trip to Puerto Rico; the home is truly enchanting.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marcelino

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Casa Lila is a beautiful well taken care of property. My family and I loved it. The accommodations and amenities were top notch. The house is a 500-year-old Spanish colonial, and it still has that charm with fully updated comforts. The bathrooms (3) were all updated and fully functional. The kitchen had all the major appliances that provided comfort and functionality. The beds were all spacious and comfortable. The host provided very clean linen and we had our own a washer and dryer. The place was spacious and practical. Superb location for walking in Old San Juan, to Castillo San Felipe Del Morro, Paseo De La Princesa, art museums, San Juan proper, etc. In one of the rooms, you wake up to the sunrise over looking Castillo San Cristobal. It’s literally across the street. We will rent this property again come our next San Juan, PR vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Parker G.

Liked: Cleanliness
March visit
Very cool space, excellent location, amazing views, great host!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rick T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing house in Old San Juan!
Casa Lila is a charming historic house with a wonderful ocean view. Close to everything. Beds and pillows were comfortable. Plenty of hot water with large bathrooms (no bathtub). Great Washer & Dryer with plenty of towels. Kitchen also well stocked with cookware. Rooftop was amazing (yoga in the AM/sunset & cocktails in the PM) Tips: WiFi - if you need it, make sure to get the correct password upon arrival. Upstairs Bedrooms - not easy to carry heavy luggage up to the bedrooms! Bakery - most closed at 5:00 pm vs websites/Google of 6:00
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

John H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful home in great location
Had a wonderful stay in this beautiful old home that hi-lights the history to old San Juan. Location is perfect views of ocean and access to restaurants.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
I’m going back to paradise and ocean breezes.
Rosa’s Casa Lila is very much an oasis of art pieces, tastefully decorated and a beautiful place that exceeds your needs. It’s in Old San Juan where you have a beautiful view of the ocean. The ocean breezes were so nice-and the waves breaking were therapy. We sat on the balcony and listened to the waves for hours. Rosa was great with communication, always tending to our needs. We were a bit needy because of the Coronavirus outbreak during our stay. We had to navigate PR under the rules the Governor set in place and Rosa was more than helpful with everything. We will definitely go back as there is so much beauty to see. Driving a car in PR is fine and easy to navigate (we are from CT, USA). The parking garages are low priced. The beds were comfy. The towels are superior. There is no TV, WiFi signal was good-we had no problems. Work space for laptop. Large dining space. Beach chairs/towels. Plenty of lighting, powerful ceiling fans in main floor and a/c throughout. There is a spiral staircase to go up to bedrooms and bathroom...be mindful when you need to carry your suitcases up-the carry on wheelies are easier. Looking ahead to definitely return. ♥️
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kim F., Panama City

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing home in Old San Juan!
We had a wonderful experience at Rosa's home in Old San Juan. You will not find a better location and view of the ocean. The close proximity to restaurants and shopping made exploring the area so fun! A historic fort is literally steps away. Rosa gave us many great suggestions for food and activities in the area which we thoroughly enjoyed, including Rosa's own amazing cheese and wine tapas bar which we dined at twice during our stay. I spent most mornings enjoying my coffee on the wonderful rooftop patio. The views from up there are second to none! The house was so beautiful that it was hard to leave! We plan to return to Old San Juan again in the future would love to stay at this house again! The only downside was the steep spiral stairs leading to the bedrooms, I almost didn't make it with my heavy suitcase. Otherwise, a perfect experience! Thank you so much for the hospitality Rosa!
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Sean F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Million Dollar View
Excellent location for access to local events and shopping. Fantastic view of ocean. The home could use a main floor half bath. Overall you will not be disappointed with this rental.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Natalie C.

This was an amazing house in old San Juan
This historic home is so unique and well-kept. I loved just walking around and looking at all of the items on the walls. Rosa is clearly a world traveler and dedicated to your comfort. We enjoyed incredible views of the ocean and were with in steps of some of the best restaurants in Puerto Rico . I intend to stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2017