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El Conquistador, A Waldorf Astoria Resort

Puerto Rico

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4 Nights with Air from $659 was $959

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Ready to drop out of reality and drop into vacation? El Conquistador Resort, in Puerto Rico, boasts matchless views, 20 ... More

Customer Rating 141 Reviews
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4.1
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4.3
Beaches & Pools
 
4.4
Dining Options
 
3.7
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
148 out of 171 (87%) 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.

Room Details

Garden View
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Partial Ocean View
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Ocean View
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Las Olas Ocean View
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La Marina Ocean View
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La Vista Ocean View
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Las Brisas Ocean View
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Garden View - SALE
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Partial Ocean View - SALE
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What's to Love

El Conquistador, A Waldorf Astoria Collection Resort, has beaches on a 100-acre private island! Accessible by catamaran, there's areas for sunbathing au naturel, horseback riding and snorkeling.

 

What We'd Change

Since the resort is on a 300-ft cliff, getting around can be a bit of an adventure. Thankfully the funiculars (mountainside cable cars) do the walking for you!

 

Why You Should Go

El Conquistador is big enough to be a city. Everyone always has something to do: Coqui Water Park for the kids, and for the adults, 18-hole golf, a casino and Golden Door Spa.

Available Amenities

  • Activities/Tours Assistance
  • Car Rental Available
  • Banquet Facilities
  • Beach
  • Business Center ($)
  • Casino ($)
  • Child Care/Babysitting Services ($)
  • Children's Activities
  • Children's Pool
  • Concierge Services
  • Conference Facilities
  • Daily Maid Service
  • Dive Shop
  • Fitness/Exercise Room
  • Gift Shop
  • Golf Course ($)
  • Jacuzzi
  • Kids Club
  • Laundry Services ($)
  • Lounge Chairs/Umbrellas
  • Nightly Entertainment
  • Room Service ($)
  • Scuba Certification ($)
  • Snorkeling
  • Swim-Up Bar(s)
  • Internet Access ($)
  • Swimming Pool(s)
  • Tennis Court(s)
  • Scuba Diving ($)
  • Shuttle Service
  • Sailing
  • Aerobics
  • 24 Hour Front Desk
  • Wedding Services
  • Sauna
  • Poolside Bar
  • Dry Cleaning Services
  • Safe Deposit Box
  • Jet Skis ($)
  • 7 Bars/Lounges
  • Porter/Bellhop
  • Nightclub
  • Shopping
  • Multilingual Staff
  • Catering
  • Massage ($)
  • Marina
  • Snack Bar
  • Elevators
  • Hiking/Biking Trails
  • Audio-Visual Equipment ($)
  • Fax Machine ($)
  • Photocopy Machine ($)
  • Health Club
  • Express Check-Out
  • Spa ($)
  • Meeting Rooms ($)
  • Secretarial Services
  • Beach Towels
  • Parking ($)
  • Handicap Room Available
  • 13 Restaurants
  • Honeymoon Packages $$ -- Pre-arrange directly with resort
  • Wireless Hi-Speed Internet Access ($)
  • Amenities Subject to Change, with or without notice
  • Roll Away Bed Available Upon Request ($)
  • Additional Fees for some amenities may be required
  • Cribs Available on Request ($)


Nearby Excursions & Attractions

  • Bars in the Area
  • Ecological Park Nearby
  • Horseback Riding Nearby
  • Live Entertainment in Area
  • Medical Facilities Nearby
  • Motor Boating Nearby
  • Parasailing Nearby
  • Scuba Diving Nearby
  • Shops/Shopping in Area
  • Snorkeling Nearby
  • Tennis Nearby
  • Water Skiing Nearby
  • Windsurfing Nearby

Map of Local Area

El Conquistador, A Waldorf Astoria Resort

1000 Conquistador Ave

787-863-1000

Hotel Description

El Conquistador Puerto Rico: Private Island, Coqui Water Park, Golden Door Spa

Ready to drop out of reality and drop into vacation? El Conquistador Resort, in Puerto Rico, boasts matchless views, 20 restaurants and bars, a private marina and grounds so big, they're separated into five villages. And not just any beach will do for El Conquistador: 100-acre Palomino Island, with areas for sunbathing au naturel, is the resort's private paradise. Here, the Atlantic meets the Caribbean for swimming, snorkeling and horseback riding. With wait service taking pina colada orders on the beach, and tasty burgers waiting at Iguana's, it's a bit of heaven.

You'll find plenty of ways to stay cool: the Lap Pool is a great way to keep in shape while working on a tan, and making new friends over margaritas is easy at the swim-up Splash Bar. You'll be able to try something new for every meal: Caribbean-inspired seafood at Stingray Cafe, thick cuts of premium steak at Strip House or rustic Northern Italian pesto at La Piccola Fontana. Enjoy a drink at Drake's Martini Bar after sunset, before tearing up the dance floor at Casa Blanca Nightclub.

From food to fun, there's so much to do at El Conquistador Resort in Puerto Rico that it's like a city! Round up the family for a blast at Coqui Water Park, where dozens of water slides and a winding, lazy river make a hit with kids. Let them have fun at Camp Coqui, while you play Black Jack at the casino, tee off at the challenging, 18-hole Arthur Hills Golf Course or treat yourself to a therapeutic, fusion massage at luxurious Golden Door Spa.

When you're ready to turn in, no matter where your room is, you're in for a great view. Families who want to be close to the action appreciate Las Brisas Ocean View Rooms with a balcony and an incredible view. Couples who want to get cozy right on the beach opt for La Marina Ocean View Rooms, where the shore is steps away.

Other Details

Location

Located on the northeastern tip of Puerto Rico, near El Yunque Rain Forest, four mi from the stores and attractions of downtown Fajardo and Las Croabas, 37 mi from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU). Approximate driving time is one hour.

Because El Conquistador is not in a zoned area for the taxi system, there are no set taxi fares. Round-trip airport/hotel transfers are offered by the resort and available as an option on the Reservations Upgrade page.

Check-In/Check-Out

Check-in: 4pm. Check-out: 11am.

A valid credit card may be required upon check-in for possible incidentals not included in your hotel reservation.

A four-night minimum stay is required when booking in the Garden View, Partial Ocean View or Ocean View rooms for travel through October 10, 2012.

A three-night minimum stay is required when booking in any of the SALE room categories.

A five-night minimum stay is required for travel from Dec 26-31 of every year.

A three-night minimum stay is required for travel Jan 1-May 1, 2013.

Nude Sunbathing

Palomino Island includes secluded nude beaches accessible by hiking trails leading from the main beach over the island's hills.

Dining

Restaurant reservations are recommended to guarantee availability of your preferred seating times and dining options, especially during holiday periods.

A meal plan is available with specific guidelines and restrictions. Contact the resort for more information.

Hours of restaurants are subject to change.

Dress Code

The resort requests resort casual attire during the daytime, and cover ups must be worn over bathing suits in all public areas to maintain a family-friendly ambiance. In the evening, gentlemen are requested to wear slacks, or dress shorts, and shirts with collars while in the resort restaurants and lounges. For the ladies, skirts, dresses or pant suits are recommended.

Smoking Policy

Puerto Rico is generally a non-smoking jurisdiction, and many hotels impose strict controls on smoking in guest rooms, public areas, restaurants and by the pools. If you are a smoker, you should contact the hotel directly to get their individual policies.

Getting Around

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 that shuttles guests to Palomino Island and the resort's beaches. Las Olas Village, accessible by one of the funiculars, is terraced into the cliffside, 100 ft 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.


Dining

Name: Ballyhoo Bar and Grill
Type: Casual
Hours: Daily 11am-11pm
Description: Featuring shrimp, conch fritters, quesadillas and burgers; with ocean and Palomino Island views; open for lunch and dinner.

Hours are subject to change.

Name: Blossoms
Type: Asian
Hours: Daily 6pm-10:30pm
Description: Blossoms presents an exquisite tour of the Orient, featuring three culinary styles that include a sushi bar, Tappanyaki tables and innovative Hunan and Szechwan specialties. Located on the Mirador level at the top of the escalators.

Reservations are recommended.

Hours are subject to change.

Name: Cafe Bella Visa
Type: Casual
Hours: Daily 11am-11pm
Description: A casual, open-air spot overlooking the main pool complex, ocean and Palomino Island; fare includes pizza, sandwiches and salads.

Hours are subject to change.

Name: Cafe Caribe
Type: Casual
Hours: Daily 11am-5pm
Description: Offering sandwiches, traditional American dishes and Caribbean specialties; located near the casino.

Hours are subject to change.

Name: Casitas Cafe
Type: Casual
Hours: Daily 7am-11:30am
Description: Overlooking Las Casitas Village pool; providing open-air, ocean-view seating with teak umbrella tables and an a la carte breakfast.

Hours are subject to change.

Name: Cozy's Gourmet Market
Type: Casual
Hours: Daily 6am-midnight
Description: Located in the lobby, serving sandwiches, fruit and imported meats and cheeses, as well as a variety of beverages and pastries.

Hours are subject to change.

Name: David's Cookies
Type: Snacks
Hours: Daily 7am-7pm
Description: Providing pastries, desserts and sandwiches; located at the Funicular Landing.

Hours are subject to change.

Name: Golden Door Spa Cafe
Type: Smoothies
Hours: Daily 7am-7pm
Description: Featuring light fare choices, fruit smoothies and energy shakes; located at the Golden Door Spa.

Hours are subject to change.

Name: Iguana's
Type: Casual
Hours: Daily 11pm-5pm
Description: Featuring burgers, chicken, seafood, snacks and tropical drinks in open-air seating; located on Palomino island.

Hours are subject to change.

Name: La Piccola Fontana
Type: Italian
Hours: Daily 6pm-10:30pm
Description: Northern Italian creations in a luxurious and romantic environment, serving risottos, pastas, steaks and seafood, as well as wine and cocktails.

Hours are subject to change.

Name: Las Brisas
Type: Casual
Hours: Daily 7am-11:30am
Description: A casual restaurant offering panoramic, ocean views and a two-level indoor terrace; buffet and a la carte breakfast.

Hours are subject to change.

Name: Oasis Bar and Grill
Type: Grill
Hours: Daily 11am-5pm
Description: Serving casual fare and drinks in the Coqui Water Park.

Hours are subject to change.

Name: Starbucks
Type: Coffee
Hours: Daily 6am-10pm
Description: Serving fresh brewed coffee and light fare.

Hours are subject to change.

Name: Stingray Cafe
Type: Caribbean
Hours: Daily 6pm-10:30pm
Description: Views of the ocean and Palomino Island, serving Caribbean-infused, seafood cuisine in a variety of menu items, as well as homemade tropical-fruit sorbets. Located at the seaside La Marina Village.

Reservations are recommended.

Hours are subject to change.

Name: Strip House
Type: Steakhouse
Hours: Daily 6pm-10:30pm
Description: Private dining rooms are available for a more-exclusive dining experience at this steakhouse.

Reservations are required.

Hours are subject to change.

Name: The Golf Grill
Type: Grill
Hours: Daily 11am-5pm
Description: Located in our golf course's clubhouse; serving lunch and cocktails overlooking the 18th hole and views of El Yunque Rainforest.

Hours are subject to change.

Name: Ventana Del Caribe
Type: Casual
Hours: Daily 11am-5pm
Description: Overlooking the Atlantic Ocean and Palomino Island, providing open-air, ocean-view seating with teak umbrella tables and a lunch menu.

Hours are subject to change.

Bars

Iguana's

Daily 11am-5pm.

Ballyhoo Bar and Grill

Daily 11am-5pm.

Drake's Martini Bar

Dress code requires dress-short pants. Daily 6pm-midnight.

Oasis Bar and Grill

Located in the Coqui Water Park. Daily 11am-5pm.

Splash Bar

Serving the main pool area. Daily 11am-7pm.

The Golf Grill

Offers drinks and snacks at the golf course. Daily 11am-5pm.

Twenty-One

A sports bar located in the casino and featuring a pool table and large screen TVs. Mon-Thu 4pm-midnight; Fri-Sat 4pm-2am.

Hours at all beverage outlets are subject to change.

Beach

Beach access at El Conquistador is located at Palomino Island, the resort's 100-acre, private, island, reachable by catamaran (catamaran schedule subject to change without notice). Palm trees and lounge chairs line the white-sand beaches, and waiters take drink orders.

Palomino Island also includes secluded, nude-sunbathing beaches, accessible by hiking trails leading from the main beach over the island's hills.

Pools

El Conquistador features four pools, including three at the main pool complex (the Activity Pool, the Lap Pool and the North Pool and Splash Bar) and one in Las Olas Village. All pools have towel service and loungers. Las Casitas offers three pools for guests registered in Las Casitas.

The Coqui Water Park also features an infinity pool, lazy river, children's pool and water slides.

Internet

The resort offers Wi-Fi-Internet access in all of the guestrooms, public areas, pools, meeting rooms, and on Palomino Island. Wi-Fi Internet access is available for a daily fee. The Business Center has computers with Internet service available for a fee for 15 minutes of use.

Water activities

The Coqui Water Park is a new, state-of-the-art water park featuring water slides, a lazy river, pools including the infinity-edge main pool and an expansive main pool deck. Features include:

  • Expansive main pool, measuring 8,500 sq ft, with an infinity edge
  • 25,554-sq-ft, main-pool deck
  • Speed slide
  • Tube slide, dropping off into a plunge pool
  • Body slide and kids' slide
  • Lazy river, with 8,000 sq ft
  • Rope bridge
  • Kids' pool
  • Oasis Bar and Grill
  • Function area, perfect for special events
  • Lower walkway and restrooms
  • Half-day tickets (for afternoons from 1:30-4:40pm) may be available during high-demand periods

Due to high demand and limited exclusive seating and space, the resort will be offering tickets for sale to resort guests for a nominal fee. Included in the price of admission are inner tubes, pool towels and luxury-lounge chairs.

Other water sports are available at the resort's marina, located in the La Marina Village on Palomino Island, including rental of motorized water sports, such as waverunners and Banana-Boat rides, and non-motorized water sports such as kayaks, windsurfing equipment and snorkel gear.

Snorkeling equipment and scuba diving tours are available through the Casa Del Mar Dive Shop.

Sports

The resort offers four clay-tennis courts and three hard courts, open from 7am-sunset. Equipment rentals and private instruction are available.

Night Life

In addition to the casino and bars, the resort offers Casa Blanca, a night club featuring DJ music and dancing. Open Thu-Sat 9pm-2am.

Casinos

The hotel offers a 10,000-sq-ft casino facility and features Black Jack, Roulette, Caribbean Stud Poker, coinless-slot machines and more.

Casino hours: Mon-Thu 4pm-midnight; Fri-Sat 4pm-2am. Hours subject to change.

Exercise Facilities

The resort has a fitness center, available to guests free of charge from 7am-7pm (hours subject to change) located on the Promenade Level, which features treadmills, bikes, elliptical machines, smith machine, cable machine with more than 100 lbs, free weights and more. All of our electronic machines feature touch screens and iPod/TV connectivity.

Child Care

For children ages 4-12, Camp Coqui provides recreational activities, crafts and games. Camp Coqui is open daily from 9am-4pm and includes a lunch and snacks. Camp Coqui also offers and evening program for parents; reservations are required. Contact the resort for more information.

Wedding Services

The professional staff at the El Conquistador Resort provides wedding coordination services and arrangements. Salon/beauty services are also available. Packages are customizable and prices may vary; contact the resort for more-specific information.

Spa Services

The 26,000-sq-ft Golden Door Spa at the El Conquistador Resort offers:

  • Welcome Area entrance displaying the natural elements of earth, fire, water, and air
  • Welcome Level, where your individual needs will be determined
  • Vitality Level, featuring the fitness center, open daily
  • Tranquility Level, where relaxation begins 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 that will complement the wellness experience
  • A juice bar/cafe serving healthful spa cuisine

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.

Additional fees apply.

Golf

The Arthur Hills Golf Course at the El Conquistador Resort is a 18-hole, par-72 course with breathtaking views of the Atlantic and El Yunque Rain Forest and features a dramtic 18th-hole, splashing fountain leading to a waterfall.

Hours: open daily from 6:30am-6pm (hours subject to change). Please check hours of operation at check-in.

Other details:

  • 18 holes, par-72, yardage markers
  • Sprinkler heads, fairway plates, and yardage poles
  • Officially mapped for SkyGolf GPS units
  • Practice facility includes 1,100-ft driving range with three tiers of hitting space, a putting green and a chipping area
 

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