amunhbuu Posted November 24, 2017 #326 Share Posted November 24, 2017 We are at dream inn currently. It was hard to tell yesterday what was closed due to thanksgiving and what was just closed. Street lamps were definitely out last night. Way less people out and about on our run this morning compared to previous years. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xvi Posted November 24, 2017 #327 Share Posted November 24, 2017 We are at dream inn currently. It was hard to tell yesterday what was closed due to thanksgiving and what was just closed. Street lamps were definitely out last night. Way less people out and about on our run this morning compared to previous years. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Oh awesome! We’re staying at the Dream Inn next week! Do you have any tips for us? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amunhbuu Posted November 24, 2017 #328 Share Posted November 24, 2017 This is our third time. It is a residential area with the side towards the beach pretty nice and the other direction getting sketchy as you get to the highway. Lots of restaurants and bars within walking distance. If you want to go to old San Juan you will probably want transportation as it is about six miles in the heat and humidity. Rooms are small and basic, but not as small as a stateroom. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruisin KLS Posted November 24, 2017 #329 Share Posted November 24, 2017 Sharing in case anyone can use this. Happy Black Friday! Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skiiergirl Posted November 24, 2017 Author #330 Share Posted November 24, 2017 Just breezed through check-in at Marriott Stellaris. Everyone we have met so far....porter at airport, taxi driver, bell staff at hotel, check-in clerk, etc. has said how glad they are that we are here and thanked us for coming! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snorkel2 Posted November 24, 2017 #331 Share Posted November 24, 2017 Snorkel2 and TXRainman are at AC Marriott since Thursday. It is OPEN for business. Newly renovated. Very nice hotel. They were happy to have us and everyone we have come in contact with has been super nice. Rooftop pool. Close to restaurants on Ashford. We saw the Condado Plaza and Caribe Hilton today when we went to Old San Juan. They are closed we are told by taxi driver due to damage from storm. They are trying to get things repaired and open as quickly as possible. A lot of places on Ashford are closed but we think more from economy rather than hurricane. Old San Juan - many stores posted only open from 10-2. I believe full power not restored their yet. Island looks pretty good from what we saw going from airport to hotel to OSJ and back. Taxi driver said half hour out not so good but that things are progressing every day. Everyone we have talked to has been positive. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jortsmom Posted November 25, 2017 #332 Share Posted November 25, 2017 Arrived in San Juan this afternoon. Plenty of taxis available. Checked into AC Marriott. It’s very nice, fully operational, and everyone is welcoming. However, there are many unlit nearby buildings. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Azulann Posted November 25, 2017 #333 Share Posted November 25, 2017 Just breezed through check-in at Marriott Stellaris. Everyone we have met so far....porter at airport, taxi driver, bell staff at hotel, check-in clerk, etc. has said how glad they are that we are here and thanked us for coming! Thank you so much for starting this thread. The marjority of posts here have been so helpful. Ejoy your stay in San Juan and have a wonderful cruise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skiiergirl Posted November 25, 2017 Author #334 Share Posted November 25, 2017 Found this on a roll call from last night... Hi from San Juan. Checked into Acacia hotel tonight. Can’t wait for tomorrow afternoon to be on the Summit. See you all. Rich d Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skiiergirl Posted November 25, 2017 Author #335 Share Posted November 25, 2017 Thank you for the update. Did you notice if the Starbucks and Walgreens on Ashford are open? Starbucks, Walgreens, and CVS next to Marriott Stellaris are all open. Buns (hamburger), Ropa Vieja, Orozco's, Tayzan (Asian), Pannes restaurants were all serving dinner last night. Most of the shops between the Stellaris and La Concha were open although we saw several people fueling generators for the small shops as we walked by them. The street lights are out but there was enough traffic to provide a good amount of light (car headlights) while we were out around 7 pm. It was definitely a different "look" to see some buildings appearing to have no power while the next building had every room light on. Thank you so much for starting this thread. The marjority of posts here have been so helpful.Ejoy your stay in San Juan and have a wonderful cruise. Thank you so much! Thank you to everyone that has shared your experiences here. Hoping that the info will be helpful to others! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Virtopia Posted November 25, 2017 #336 Share Posted November 25, 2017 After a snafu with my Airbnb booking, I’m presently at the Sheraton near the convention center and port. It is fully operational and quite lovely - I️ also got a great view of the Adventure and Summit!! Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
knucklehead at sea Posted November 25, 2017 #337 Share Posted November 25, 2017 (edited) Checked into the Doubletree hotel yesterday. Nice place with a 24 hour grocery store across the street. Was told most relief workers left who were staying here. The hotel itself has a few problems from the hurricane. We were on the 4th floor with no working elevators. Porters will bring your luggage but still a lot of stairs. Over $300 a night with parking and hotel fees. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Edited November 25, 2017 by knucklehead at sea Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jme4166 Posted November 25, 2017 #338 Share Posted November 25, 2017 After a snafu with my Airbnb booking, I’m presently at the Sheraton near the convention center and port. It is fully operational and quite lovely - I️ also got a great view of the Adventure and Summit!! Sent from my iPhone using Forums Just curious what happens with your Airbnb. We have one booked for our stayed next month. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Virtopia Posted November 25, 2017 #339 Share Posted November 25, 2017 Just curious what happens with your Airbnb. We have one booked for our stayed next month. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Beside being too far from the downtown area, in a sketchy neighbourhood and having no power (knew this beforehand), a bat flew into the unit last night - I was in a taxi within 20 minutes. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skiiergirl Posted November 25, 2017 Author #340 Share Posted November 25, 2017 Just had breakfast at Pinky's West. Delicious food and excellent service. Awesome prices. Cash only at the moment. No A/C. Generator running outside. Large portions. Right across from La Concha and a short walk from Marriott Stellaris. Two of us ate with beverages and tip for $20. Hotel buffet is $26 pp plus tip so this was a fabulous bargain! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BKBMN Posted November 25, 2017 #341 Share Posted November 25, 2017 We are currently staying at Casa Sol in Old Town. Except for sketchy Wi-Fi everything is fine. Just walked by Da House on San Francisco St and they have a sign up for rooms to let. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DCLCrazy Posted November 25, 2017 #342 Share Posted November 25, 2017 Just had breakfast at Pinky's West. Delicious food and excellent service. Awesome prices. Cash only at the moment. No A/C. Generator running outside. Large portions. Right across from La Concha and a short walk from Marriott Stellaris. Two of us ate with beverages and tip for $20. Hotel buffet is $26 pp plus tip so this was a fabulous bargain! What type of food is that? Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MRkreuzfahrer Posted November 25, 2017 #343 Share Posted November 25, 2017 We stayed at the A C Hotel by Marriott from 11/19/17 until 11/22/17. The Hotel has Power and was fully functional. Gesendet von iPad mit Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jme4166 Posted November 25, 2017 #344 Share Posted November 25, 2017 Beside being too far from the downtown area, in a sketchy neighbourhood and having no power (knew this beforehand), a bat flew into the unit last night - I was in a taxi within 20 minutes. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Okay you are scaring me lol care to tell me what area it was in? I wanna make sure it’s not ours lol Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sweetln Posted November 25, 2017 #345 Share Posted November 25, 2017 Just checked in to DoubleTree by Hilton San Juan @ 105 Avenida de Diego. Hotel is fully operational with electricity, a/c, and WiFi. Elevators working too. Taxi stand at airport with little to no wait. Taxi fare was $22 for three people with 4 rolling suitcases. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luvmypetz Posted November 25, 2017 #346 Share Posted November 25, 2017 Just checked in to DoubleTree by Hilton San Juan @ 105 Avenida de Diego. Hotel is fully operational with electricity, a/c, and WiFi. Elevators working too. Taxi stand at airport with little to no wait. Taxi fare was $22 for three people with 4 rolling suitcases. Hi! I have a 10:55 flight booked the day we return in Jan, 21st. If you also leave same day as returning to port, can you report/describe taxi status leaving port and conditions at airport. We will do self assist debark to make it speedier, barring any actual delay in returning. Thank you so much! Enjoy your cruise!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skiiergirl Posted November 25, 2017 Author #347 Share Posted November 25, 2017 What type of food is that? Sent from my iPhone using Forums I took a photo of the menu board but it won't let me post. Majorca Goat cheese & spinach scramble Fruit filled pancakes Breakfast burrito 4 eggs & toast Prices range from $5.50 to $8.50. We had one Majorca, one goat cheese scramble with toast, one bottled water and a passion fruit juice. Total bill was $16.00. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sweetln Posted November 26, 2017 #348 Share Posted November 26, 2017 Hi! I have a 10:55 flight booked the day we return in Jan, 21st. If you also leave same day as returning to port, can you report/describe taxi status leaving port and conditions at airport. We will do self assist debark to make it speedier, barring any actual delay in returning. Thank you so much! Enjoy your cruise!! We will be doing the same thing on Sunday. I will post an update! :) Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruise Mama Posted November 26, 2017 #349 Share Posted November 26, 2017 Hi! I have a 10:55 flight booked the day we return in Jan, 21st. If you also leave same day as returning to port, can you report/describe taxi status leaving port and conditions at airport. We will do self assist debark to make it speedier, barring any actual delay in returning. Thank you so much! Enjoy your cruise!! Here at La Concha Renaissance now - a breeze disembark today - in the terminal make use of a porter - we were out and directly to a taxi in less than 15mins! Porters are happy for the work and truly valuable to get you through the customs line! Resort is fully functional - 4 pools open 24/7, Internet, beautiful ocean front room. Lots of shops and restaurants. Enjoy your vacations! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blinkenlightz Posted November 26, 2017 #350 Share Posted November 26, 2017 We stayed at the Courtyard by Marriott San Juan Miramar on Nov 17 -- we had made the booking before the hurricane, and had no problem. It's running well, fully functional including elevators. Transportation around the airport, cruise port, hotels in the area, Old San Juan, all ok. Plenty of Uber drivers are working, in addition to the taxis. We had dinner in Old San Juan, didn't look around the hotel area itself much for things to do. The hotel restaurant was open however. Echoing what others have said - tip generously, it's very much appreciated. We also gave all of our remaining bottled water before getting on the ship to the luggage porters, who were even happier about that than the tips. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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