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El Conquistador, A Waldorf Astoria Resort

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5 Days, 4 Nights Starting at $909*
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El Conquistador, A Waldorf Astoria Resort
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Embark on adventure to a quiet oasis nestled where the clear, blue waters of the Caribbean Sea meet the rolling surf of the Atlantic Ocean. El Conquistador Resort is a unique retreat, offering warm island breezes beautifully accompanied by dramatic views at every turn.

Immerse yourself in the colorful splendor and inescapable appeal of El Conquistador Resort, a captivating luxury resort on the Caribbean island of Puerto Rico. Perched high above the ocean on a 300-foot cliff sits our peaceful retreat on the Island of Enchantment. This impressive hotel is divided into five villages, providing a soothing getaway from the stress of the world. The adjacent luxury villas of Las Casitas, offer a truly incomparable stay. Experience this vibrant oasis for yourself, complete with beautifully appointed accommodations, attentive service, and a dramatic setting.

- Located on the northeastern tip of Puerto Rico, near El Yunque Rain Forest
- Four miles from the stores and attractions of downtown Fajardo and Las Croabas
- Onsite world-class golf, spa, casino, water park, wind surfing, scuba diving, and fishing
- An eight-minute boat ride from our private Palomino Island
- 31 miles from San Juan and Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU)

Customer Rating 137 Reviews
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4.2
Service
 
4.3
Beaches & Pools
 
4.5
Dining Options
 
3.8
Room Comfort
 
4.2
4.3 out of 5
"Good vacation package except for the unfortunate encounter with the beginning of Hurricane Irene on Sunday/Monday" – KPLam
145 out of 165 (88%) customers would recommend this product to a friend. Read All Reviews
Room Information
918 guestrooms and suites in four distinct lodging areas. Tropical-decor rooms and suites feature extra-thick mattresses, radio and CD player combinations, satellite TVs with VCR and video-game consoles, high-speed Internet connections (charge applies), and three telephones (one cordless). Tropically decorated rooms are located at the top, side, or base of the cliff, with views of the ocean or the golf course and mountains. Each guestroom also includes a fully stocked mini bar, make-up mirror, ceiling fan, coffee maker, hair dryer, in-room safe, and iron with ironing board.
Rooms
Las Brisas Ocean View
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La Vista Ocean View
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Partial Ocean View
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La Marina Ocean View
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Garden View
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Las Olas Ocean View
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Ocean View
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What's to Love
Palomino island. The hotel's own private island that you reach by high speed boats. Very exclusive. This hotel has just finished a huge refurbishment in 2008 and now looks better than ever. They have added a new waterpark by the ocean.
What We'd Change
It can take a while to get from the top level of the hotel via cable car down to the bottom where the boats depart for the island. New equipment is being installed to make this quicker.
Why You Should Go
If you are a couple or have a family and like an abundance of things to do, including golf and places to eat, this self contained resort offers it all. Great upscale feel. Oh, there is an amazing spa and a new casino.
Available Amenities
  • 24 Hour Front Desk
  • 6 Bars/Lounges
  • Activities/Tours Assistance
  • Aerobics
  • Audio-Visual Equipment
  • Banquet Facilities
  • Basketball
  • Beach
  • Beach Towels
  • Business Center
  • Car Rental Available
  • Casino
  • Catering
  • Child Care/Babysitting Services
  • Children's Activities
  • Children's Pool
  • Concierge Services
  • Conference Facilities
  • Cribs Available on Request
  • Daily Maid Service
  • Dive Shop
  • Dry Cleaning Services
  • Express Check-Out
  • Fax Machine
  • Fitness/Exercise Room
  • Game Room
  • Gift Shop
  • Golf Course
  • Health Club
  • Hiking/Biking Trails
  • Internet Access
  • Jacuzzi
  • Jet Skis
  • Kids Club
  • Laundry Services
  • Lounge Chairs/Umbrellas
  • Marina
  • Massage
  • Meeting Rooms
  • Mobile Phone Rental
  • Multilingual Staff
  • Nightly Entertainment
  • Parking
  • Photocopy Machine
  • Poolside Bar
  • Porter/Bellhop
  • Roll Away Bed Available Upon Request
  • Room Service
  • Safe Deposit Box
  • Sauna
  • Secretarial Services
  • Shopping
  • Snack Bar
  • Spa
  • Swim-Up Bar(s)
  • Swimming Pool(s)
  • Tennis Court(s)
  • Volleyball
  • Wedding Services

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An island with endless amounts of activities, Puerto Rico is as diverse as any island in the Caribbean. From exciting, bustling urban areas to more rural, quiet seaside towns, this island has it all.


El Conquistador, A Waldorf Astoria Resort
1000 Conquistador Ave. Las Croabas, 00738, Puerto Rico
1-787-863-1000
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  • Ecological Park Nearby
  • Fishing Nearby
  • Horseback Riding Nearby
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  • Motor Boating Nearby
  • Nightclubs in Area
  • Sailing Nearby
  • Scooter/Moped Rental Nearby
  • Scuba Diving Nearby
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  • Snorkeling Nearby
  • Tennis Nearby
  • Water Skiing Nearby
  • Windsurfing Nearby
Resort Information
Perched atop a 300-foot cliff on the northeast coast, this resort overlooks a point where the Atlantic Ocean and the Caribbean Sea meet. It has a private island just a 12-minute boat ride away. Highlights of this lavish resort include a glittering casino, the three-story Golden Door Spa, a golf course, a world of dining options, and a pool complex that terraces down the hillside. The main pool complex, just below The Grand Hotel, offers sundecks and cushioned lounge chairs, a large pool with toddlers' section and swim-up bar, a 10-person spa secluded by hedges, an activity pool with 35-foot water-slide, a 25-meter lap pool, and private cabanas separated by raised gardens. The other guest-accommodation areas Las Olas Village, La Marina Village, and Las Casitas Village have their own pools.

La Marina Village, connected to The Grand Hotel by two self-serve funiculars that operate like elevators, lies at the cliff's bottom next to a marina, with ready access to the ferry boat shuttling guests to Palomino Island and the resort's beaches. Las Olas Village, a crescent building accessible by one of the funiculars, is terraced into the cliff-side 100 feet above La Marina Village.

Las Casitas Village is arrayed on the hillside below The Grand Hotel and inland from the ocean. Glass elevators take guests from The Grand Hotel down to an oceanfront shopping promenade, where they use self-serve funiculars to reach Las Olas Village and La Marina Village.

Palomino Island, the resort's private island includes beaches, water-sports, horseback riding, snorkeling, hiking trails, a restaurant, bar, gift/beachwear shop, and children's center. Palomino Island includes secluded nude beaches accessible by hiking trails leading from the main beach over the island's hills.

An offshoot of the renowned Golden Door in Escondito, California, the 26,000-square-foot, three-floor Golden Door Spa includes men's and women's sections with saunas, steam rooms, and eight-person sky lighted spas. A fitness center contains cardio and weight machines, free weights, and a workout studio equipped with spinners and offering yoga, Pilates, and yo-chi classes (fees). Personal training, fitness assessment, and body-composition analysis are also available. Spa guides lead power walks around the grounds and aerobics in the main pool. The spa includes a juice bar/cafe serving healthful spa cuisine.

The Coqui Water Park is the most exclusive water park destination in the Caribbean. This new state-of-the-art water park features thrilling water slides, a lazy river, pools including the infinity-edge main pool, an expansive main pool deck perfect for sunbathing, the new Oasis Bar & Grill, and more - offering couples and families alike tons of outdoor fun and excitement while enjoying breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean and the Caribbean Sea. Tickets for the Coqui Water Park are for sale exclusively to resort guests. Admission includes inner tubes, pool towels, and luxury lounge chairs. Half day tickets may also be available during high demand periods and holidays.

All rates provided include the room rate, applicable taxes and a resort fee. The Resort Fee includes: Unlimited local and 800 phone calls, daily access to and from Palomino Island via high speed catamaran, Pool Ambassador offering personalized pool amenities and services (Main Pool only), fitness center access (Promenade level), tennis court access (one hour per day, based on availability), complimentary WiFi access in the lobby for guests that have laptops.

DINING / BARS:

BALLYHOO BAR & GRILL - Shrimp, conch fritters, pizza, and burgers with ocean and Palomino Island views. Located in Las Marina Village. Open for lunch and dinner.
BLOSSOMS - Located in The Grand Hotel offering Pan-Asian cuisine. Open for dinner only.
CAFE BELLA VISTA - Casual open-air spot on The Grand Hotel's terrace overlooking the main pool complex, ocean, and Palomino Island. Pizza, sandwiches, and salads are served for lunch and dinner.
CAFE CARIBE - Casual coffee-shop dining around sky-lighted fountain serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Sandwiches, traditional American dishes, and Caribbean specialties. Located in The Grand Hotel.
CASITAS CAFE - Overlooking Las Casitas Village pool with open-air seating serving an a la carte breakfast and lunch menu.
COZY'S GOURMET RESTAURANT - Located in the Lobby, visit us for your choice of sandwich, fruit, imported meat & cheese, as well as a variety of beverages and pastries.
DAVID'S COOKIES - Providing delicious pastries, desserts and sandwiches; located at the Funicular Landing.
DRAKE'S MARTINI BAR - Enjoy a delicious martini in our spacious lounge with wood floors, Asian rugs, overstuffed seating, and pool table; dress code requires dress short pants...
GOLDEN DOOR SPA CAFE - Spa cuisine with breakfast choices.
IGUANA'S - Burgers, chicken, seafood, snacks, and tropical drinks served in an open-air setting. Located on Palomino Island. Open for lunch only.
LA PICCOLA FONTANA - Delight your senses with the exquisite Northern Italian creations of Chef Alfonso Pescarino in a luxurious and romantic environment.
LAS BRISAS RESTAURANT - Casual restaurant with panoramic ocean-view adjacent to main pool complex serving a Buffet and a la carte breakfast and lunch.
STINGRAY CAFE - Casual spot next to the dock in La Marina Village specializing in Caribbean dishes and seafood. Open for dinner only.
STRIP HOUSE - The famed Manhattan steak restaurant is a fine addition to the dining options at El Conquistador Resort.
THE GOLF GRILL - Continental breakfast, lunch, and cocktails overlooking the 18th hole, with views of the El Yunque rainforest.
BAR 21 - Sports and ocean-view bar inside casino.
VENTANA DEL CARIBE - Overlooking the beautiful Atlantic Ocean and Palomino Island; providing open-air, ocean-view seating with teak umbrella tables and lunch menu.
VIRGIN BURGER - A 50s style outdoor cafe featuring burgers, sandwiches, salads, and tropical drinks for lunch.

Coqui Water Park Guaranteed Family Fun

El Conquistador Resort offers the only expansive state-of-the-art water park in the Caribbean Coqui Water Park, featuring pools for every member of the family. Drift along on the lazy river. Find adventure on the rope bridge. Experience the thrill of one of the many slides. Treat the entire family to lunch. This facility allows every age to have some fun in the sun. Get ready to swim, slide or float your way through your next family vacation in Puerto Rico. Additional fees may apply.

- Expansive main pool, measuring 8,500 square feet, with an infinity edge
- 25,554 square foot main pool deck, perfect for sunbathing
- Speed slide, for spine-tingling thrills
- Tube slide, dropping off into our slice plunge pool
- Body slide and kids slide, for full force fun
- Lazy river, with 8,000 square feet of relaxation
- Rope bridge, a fun way to get around
- Kids pool, so the whole family can make a splash
- Oasis Bar & Grill, for when you need to recharge
- Function area, perfect for special events
- Lower walkway and restrooms, for your convenience
- Half day tickets (for afternoons from 1:30-4:40pm) may be available during high demand periods

A Private Island Oasis At Our Puerto Rico Beach Resort

Escape to Palomino Island - the 100-acre private, unspoiled, tropical oasis of our luxurious Puerto Rico beach resort. A speedy catamaran* will sweep you away to a paradise where palm trees and lounge chairs line the white sand beaches, and waiters come around to take your pina colada order. Spend the day snorkeling among rainbows of coral. Relax with a tropical drink from the waterfront cafe, Iguana's. For the best Puerto Rico beach hotel getaway, our private island offers it all. Additional fees may apply.

- Dining at Iguana's
- Horseback riding
- Snorkeling and Scuba Diving
- Water sports
- Windsurfing
- Sailing
- Endless activities

A Path To Inner And Outer Peace At Our Tranquil Puerto Rico Spa Resort

Come to Golden Door Spa at El Conquistador Resort, and experience an incredible transformation of physical and mental strength. Arrive in our Welcome Area, and savor the Zen-like sanctuary - the whisper of flowing water, natural sunlight, and cascading fountains. Whether you desire a rejuvenating fitness class or a specially designed treatment, the choice is our 26,000-square-foot luxury Puerto Rico spa offers it all. Additional fees apply.

- Welcome Area, offering a peaceful entrance displaying the natural elements of earth, fire, water, and air
- Welcome Level, where you'll be greeted by our staff and directed to the area that best suits your individual needs
- Vitality Level, featuring The Fitness Center, open daily. A daily fee of $25.00 includes use of the Vitality Level, classes available in the Movement Studio and use of the Niwa facilities. The Fitness Center also features personal trainers and fitness services ranging from Nutritional Counseling and Body Composition Analysis to our Stay-Zen Package.
- Tranquility Level, where relaxation and pampering starts with a soothing shower, a cup of herbal tea, and your choice of massage, skin care, or body treatment.
- Edouard de Paris Salon at the Golden Door Spa. From manicures and pedicures to hair care and restorative treatments, Edouard de Paris Salon offers a wide variety of services for Madame and Monsieur that will complement your wellness experience. For more information, or to schedule an appointment, click here or contact us via email.

* Hours of operation subject to change. Daily membership fees are waived with the purchase of services. The minimum age for all Spa guests is 18.

Ocean-Inspired Renewal At Our Puerto Rico Spa

Discover the transformative experience of Golden Door Spa at El Conquistador Resort, a restorative haven on the Island of Enchantment. Book your reservations at this relaxing Puerto Rico spa resort online for our Best Rate Guarantee.

Incomparable Gaming Within Our Puerto Rico Casino

Experience non-stop thrills and excitement during your visit to our hotel casino. Try your luck at Blackjack, Roulette or Caribbean Stud Poker or settle down at your choice of our coin less technology slot machines. Marvel at the unique and casual atmosphere of our 10,000-square-foot casino facility - designed for both serious gamers and first-time players alike. Enjoy our variety of soft drinks and snacks while visiting. Visit our newly renovated casino bar TWENTY ONE to watch your favorite sporting event while enjoying your favorite cocktail, beer or frozen drink.

- Blackjack, offering limits from $5 to $200
- Roulette, offering limits from $2 to $20
- Caribbean Stud, offering limits from $5 to $100
- Slot Machines, in denominations from $0.01 to $5, video slots and three or five reel
- Video poker, based on five-card draw poker
- El Tesoro de Cofresi, Puerto Ricos first, and only, multi property mystery jackpot

Hours of Operation:

Monday Thursday from 4pm to midnight
Friday & Saturday from 4pm to 2am

**Limits and hours subject to change.**
An 18-Hole Paradise

Enjoy the perfectly manicured links on rolling hills lined with swaying palms of the Arthur Hills Golf Course at El Conquistador Resort. With the breathtaking Atlantic Ocean as your backdrop, a game of golf has never had a more awe-inspiring locale and a test of skill was never so thrilling.

The Premier Course Among Puerto Rico Golf Resorts
Test your game at the Arthur Hills Golf Course at El Conquistador Resort & Golden Door Spa. Our 72-par course is ideal challenging and player-friendly. Stroll the daunting hills and bunkers tamed by cleverly planned lateral movements and broad openings. View the elevation changes of more than 200 vertical feet rare among typically flat Caribbean golf resorts. And take in the greens, dotted with palm trees, lush island flora, and fauna. Drive the 18th hole, where splashing fountains lead to a waterfall over which the last unforgettable shot of the game is made. Enjoy dramatic views of the majestic El Yunque Rain Forest and the stunning Atlantic Ocean on our truly unique Puerto Rico golf resort. Additional fees apply.:

Hours: Open daily from 6:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Hours subject to change. Please check hours of operation when you check in.
Holes: 18 holes, par 72
Yardage markers: Sprinkler heads, fairway plates, and yardage poles; officially mapped for SkyGolf GPS units
Practice facility: 1,100-foot driving range with three tiers of hitting space, a putting green, and a chipping area