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El Pequeño Hotel

2.5 star property
Mountain Canóvanas hotel with outdoor pool

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Exterior
Living area
EPH1
Living area
Exterior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Laundry facilities
  • Air conditioning
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
Main amenities
  • Housekeeping once per stay
  • Outdoor pool
  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Laundry service
  • Tour/ticket assistance
Feel at home
  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Minibar
  • Limited housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service

Room options

EPH3

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Minibar
Champagne service
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

EPH5

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Minibar
Champagne service
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

EPH1

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Minibar
Champagne service
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

EPH2

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Minibar
Champagne service
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Exclusive Room

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Minibar
Champagne service
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Map
Carretera 957 Km 3.0 interior, Canóvanas, 00729

What's nearby

  • El Yunque National Forest - 5 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Mandara Spa at the Westin Rio Mar Beach Resort - 13 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Carabali Rainforest Park - 22 min drive - 19.7 km
  • Wyndham Rio Mar Golf Course - 22 min drive - 19.8 km
  • Luquillo Beach - 37 min drive - 27.2 km

Getting around

  • San Juan (SJU-Luis Munoz Marin Intl.) - 23 min drive
  • Ponce (PSE-Mercedita) - 95 min drive
  • Vieques (VQS-Antonio Rivera Rodriguez) - 103 min drive
  • Aguadilla (BQN-Rafael Hernandez) - 132 min drive
  • Mayagüez (MAZ-Eugenio María de Hostos) - 154 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wendy's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪El Vaso Rojo - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Karma’s Wine bar & beer Garden - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Golden Corral - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Kairos Food Truck Park - ‬10 min drive

About this property

El Pequeño Hotel

When you stay at El Pequeño Hotel, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of El Yunque National Forest. An outdoor pool, a terrace and a garden are other highlights.

Languages

English, Portuguese, Spanish

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 6 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 21
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open Wednesday - Monday (9:00 AM - 9:00 PM)
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
    • If you are planning to arrive after 3:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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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 check-in age is 21
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Children

    • No cots (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
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Parking

    • Free uncovered on-site self-parking
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Services

  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • An outdoor pool
  • Outdoor furniture

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Minibar

What to enjoy

  • Individually decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall shower heads
  • Shower only
  • Soap
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Food and drink

  • Champagne service

More

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Cleaning fee: USD 50.00 per accommodation, per stay

Optional extras

  • Late check-in between 8:00 PM and 11:00 PM can be arranged for an extra charge

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 35.00 per night

Policies

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.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on-site.
This property accepts cash.

Also known as

El Pequeño Hotel Hotel
El Pequeño Hotel Canóvanas
El Pequeño Hotel Hotel Canóvanas

Frequently asked questions

Does El Pequeño Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, El Pequeño Hotel 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 that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at El Pequeño Hotel?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at El Pequeño Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at El Pequeño Hotel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at El Pequeño Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
Is there an on-site casino at El Pequeño Hotel?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Wyndham Rio Mar Casino (24-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at El Pequeño Hotel and nearby?
El Pequeño Hotel has an outdoor pool and a garden.

El Pequeño Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

This was by far my favorite place to stay in all of Puerto Rico. If you want to be emerged in the rainforest but still stay in a clean room with all the amenities that feels like home this is where you should stay. It doesn't get any more beautiful or tranquil than this. The owner Joaquin has created such a special place and works so hard to keep it looking pristine to be able to share this hidden gem with as many people as he can. I feel blessed to have stayed there and to have met Joaquin as well.
Chelsea, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

I love the stay ans the area is quiet. It is a a great place to stay
Joseph, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing experience. I’m so glad I picked this over a traditional hotel/resort. The property is breathe taking, the owner is super cool, and its close to the national rainforest. I will definitely request to stay here again next time in Puerto Rico.
Robert, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

It was like stayimg with long lost family
Cheryl, 2-night romance trip
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8/10 Very good

I really enjoyed this location. Very beautiful. Peaceful. A real vacation.
Jackilyn Justine, 4-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Karla, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

One of the most beautiful properties I've ever stayed at. There are multiple areas to sit among the orchids and see the ocean and lights of San Juan from 1,000 feet high. It is very peaceful. The host is amazing. I highly recommend this hotel.
Peter, 2-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Peaceful
Peaceful, clean, small hotel with a great view, beautifully landscaped grounds and very friendly owner who provided lots of interesting and helpful information about the area. We found it to be a great location for visiting El Yunque National Forest.
Leslie, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Kathleen, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

This place is a hidden paradise with incredible views of the island. Joaquin is a fantastic host with expansive knowledge and insider tips for sightseeing. Can’t wait to return!
Rebecca, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Everything was awesome, comfortable and convinient in many ways..
WILLIAM, 3-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

El Pequeno Hotel was a magical place. The gardens resplendent with native trees and flowers, and hanging orchids, were enchanting. Joaquin was a lovely host. He made us feel so welcome and comfortable. The house and all its places - balconies, sunrooms - from which one could watch birds or sunsets with windows and doors wide open and warm breezes flowing through - was spacious. The pool was lovely and refreshing for a late afternoon swim after a day of exploring El Yunque. The kitchen was well stocked with appliances, cutlery, dishes, and we felt perfectly at home making coffee in the morning or preparing a cheese board for dinner. We hope to return!
Linda, 3-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Really a very quiet place. The very beautiful spaces are accompanied by the beautiful view of the nature that surrounds it. Everything is very clean and with spaces to connect and share as a couple or family. It met my expectations and I recommend it. The Host Joaquín and his big dog Pepe were very friendly. We hope to visit you soon.
Jehu, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Susan, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Nicole, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Can’t say enough how beautiful this property was. The pictures don’t even come close! The pool was perfect, the gardens full of life and color, the views spectacular. Our host was absolutely delightful and I can only hope to stay here again on my next trip out! Super comfortable beds, lovely and clean rooms, all the details that have gone into making this place magical is over and beyond my expectations! Definitely stay. Rent the car and go!
Christina, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Joaquin (owner) is a landscape architect, and the detailed gardens and structures are beautiful. He's a real nice and interesting host as well. Don't miss this gem!
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2/10 Poor

We could not find the hotel although we tried for more than an hour while driving up and down steep, narrow roads. There was no sign for El Pequeno Hotel and we also asked neighbors near the location shown on our digital map. One neighbor said it was the location marked with a sign that said Escondido Gardens Studios, but there was a locked gate leading to that property with no way for us to open it or contact anyone. Nobody answered our several calls to the hotel phone number. We tried three times to find the hotel on the very steep and twisting roads. The scenery was beautiful but our car overheated from climbing the hills. Our car recovered but we gave up after our third try that took us to the same spot. No hotel entrance or sign was visible near the location shown on our map, only residential homes and the Escondido Gardens sign and locked gate:( We spent three hours in the car while it rained on and off looking for other nearby hotels, but none were available because it was a holiday weekend. This was my worst reservation experience ever. Expedia has been understanding but the hotel still is invoicing me for one night. We would have gladly stayed for the two nights we booked if we could have found the hotel.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great place for those who love natural habitat
Awesome property in the mountains with great views and vibe. Friendly host ready to serve and informative about horticulture. A real gem.
some of the beautiful tropical trees, though the image doesn't do the full feeling...
Anthony, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Hidden garden in the mountains
A unique and memorable stay! El Pequeño is surrounded by amazing gardens and has several different cozy sitting areas where you can take in the views, which extend all the way to the ocean. There is even a short trail into the woods where you can be surrounded by the sounds of birds and coquí. The host, Joaquín, is a friendly and interesting guy and is very knowledgeable, especially on the gardens that he created. The room itself was small and functional, and very clean. A great place to stay if you plan to visit El Yunque: just 30 minutes from El Portal visitor center, and about 25 minutes from the San Juan airport. Downtown Canóvanas is 10-15 minutes away for restaurants and shopping.
Sunset from the pool
Stephen, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

New experience for me. Little bit different to the other Hotels but everything was excelent nice natural environment. Thanks
Mario, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

If you want to be among flowers there is no place like this. Driving to and from the property is bit of challenge because of steep and narrow roads particularly in the dark.
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely stay. Joaquin, the host, was very friendly and helpful. Beautiful setting, lovely pool area and common areas. Feels off the beaten track in the best possible way.
Line, 2-night trip with friends
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