El Pequeño Hotel

The location is exeptional. The owner and his dog Pepe made us feel at home. Highly recommend. We will be back soon enough!!!

Exceptional stay with a phenomenal host. It is rare to meet such a kind, caring and eclectic person. We truly enjoyed our stay with Joaquin he has designed an oasis of relaxation. This trip will stay as a highlight for us. We hope to come back and recommend him highly! Great recommendations from locations to visit to food to try.

Nothing not to like

Every body & Every thing

Having to leave 😢

Property is beautiful, and the host and his dog were lovely. I would definitely stay here again.

The property was amazing. The property owner was attentive and had such good communication in making sure we arrived ok. He built this place and did the landscaping which is an added feature to the stay. If you Love the mountains and beautiful plants stay here🌴 We had a situation that required a doctor order and x-rays. He was so very helpful❤️ Would go back in a heartbeat❤️ Loved the dog also Peppe Thanks again for a great stay❤️

Joaco was very helpful and supportive regarding our reservation. Looking forward to returning to PR and staying at El Pequeno Hotel

It was a joy to stay at this impeccably landscaped property on the edge of the rainforest 1000 feet above the coast below. So glad to have discovered this lodging option.

We loved our host! Our host was very knowledgeable of the area and in general, and would send location pins or give ideas about where to go if needed. The place was beautiful and quiet if you're looking for a couple's getaway. Everything was easy to get to. Airport is 30 min away. Shopping centers and eating places are close by, but need your own transportation to travel. Overall it was a great vacation stay and we will definitely be back!

Joaquín is one of the most personable hosts I've met and so gracious to share this oasis with travelers. Located just a few minutes from a small town with plenty of dining options, you get the feeling you're part of the rainforest while being treated to views of San Juan and the ocean. The property is LUSH so if nature is your thing you will love it! I found it through a birding group and was not disappointed in the amount and variety of birds I saw there. San Juan was about a 30-40 minute drive depending on traffic and the eastern beaches were also about that far. El Yunque is literally up the road offering jaw-dropping views of waterfalls and rock formations. It feels like dinosaurs will walk out at any moment! There is also a little supermercado up the street which has a deli and offers a variety of snacks and drinks. There is a common area with coffee maker, tea, and communal fridge and rooms have their own fridge also so you can stock up before stores close at night. The front gate stays locked and guests have their own keys to come and go as they wish while everyone feels safe, not that I ever felt unsafe anywhere in that area. This would be a great spot for a small birding group to travel or a family gathering. If you want hustle and bustle with glaring lights and noise then you'll probably be disappointed, although Joaquín DOES do salsa lessons and it gets lively lol I would definitely stay here again!

We loved staying at this hotel. Very different, quiet, remote but beautiful. Host was very pleasant and helpful. Great views!

If you want seclusion with breathtaking views this is the place for you. The nature around the room is heavenly and the frogs will sing you to sleep each night. The pool area is gorgeous and the pool was so refreshing. This is the perfect location to unplug. We did have cell service available using Spectrum Mobile. You definitely will want a car to stay at this location. I also recommend bringing snacks and drinks because there are no stores close by. There is a small refrigerator with a very small freezer, microwave, toaster and coffee maker in the small kitchen. Dishes and glasses as well as dish soap and a sponge are available for use. The bathroom and shower are spacious. You have the option of fresh air or air conditioning. There will be rain showers on and off due to the climate, so have rain gear and water shoes if you plan to hike in the area. There is an indoor table and chairs as well as outdoor eating areas around the pool. Our host Joaquin gave us numerous suggestions for hikes, beaches and restaurants in the area. He also taught us a great deal about the plants and wildlife in the area. This place is a true gem and Joaquin truly made the experience amazing. His dog Pepe was a delight and very friendly too. We hope to return in the future to this jungle paradise. This was the highlight of our stay in Puerto Rico. Thank you Joaquin and Pepe for your excellent hospitality!

This is the most beautiful and relaxing place we have EVER stayed. With Joaquin’s directions it was very easy to find using Google maps and the pic he sent of the front gate let us know we were definitely in the right spot. We arrived after dark and were able to get there without any issues, the roads are steep and narrow but very manageable. Waking up to the breathtaking views was amazing, we knew it would be amazing but had no idea how amazing it would be. Joaquin’s landscaping skills and love for flowers was showcased everywhere you look. He was a well of knowledge about Puerto Rico and was very fun to talk to. Pepe, his dog, was extremely friendly and pleasure to have around being that we are animal lovers. We felt right at home and will be trying to find a time to come back to visit as soon as possible. Thank you Joaquin for the wonderful experience and hospitality!!

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.

I love the stay ans the area is quiet. It is a a great place to stay

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.

It was like stayimg with long lost family

I really enjoyed this location. Very beautiful. Peaceful. A real vacation.

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.

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.

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!

Everything was awesome, comfortable and convinient in many ways..

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!

Joaquín the host, is so knowledgeable and has created a landscaped paradise. He’s interesting to talk to.

While not far from El Yunque entrance, the hilltop location makes it inconvenient —must bring your own food and drink because even though it’s not far from the town of Canóvanas it’s not a place you want to come and go from at night. The grounds are gorgeous but the rooms are spartan, more like a dorm room with a nice private bath.

Well maintained areas and lush gardens everywhere are amazing plus! The tranquility of the location and the natural surroundings are incomparable!

No courtesy bottle water available or at least for purchase.

I loved the tranquility whilst also being accessible to beaches, el yunque and any amenities you can want! The decor is fabulous and the owner is extremely knowledgeable about Puerto Rico and its history. Not to mention Pepe the dog 😊

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.

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!

if you’re looking for repose in the edge of the forest, this is perfect. The sounds, sites and luscious floral smalls of the rainforest are all right and hand. and Joquin, the hotel owner, is the perfect host: widely informed and broadly interested, he’s a great pleasure to speak to about Puerto Rico and its history and culture.

We loved our stay at El Pequeno Hotel. Joaquin, the host and owner, made us feel at home immediately, and since we came without a car on our first day, he helped us to get sorted with food and transport in the meantime before picking up our car rental the following day. It's clear that Joaquin puts a tremendous amount of love and care into his hotel and his guest's needs. The gardens on the grounds are welcoming and gorgeous, and are designed by Joaquin himself. During our stay we were able to chat a bit with Joaquin about various topics, and it was through those conversations that Puerto Rico came to life for us. He and his hotel embody the Puerto Rican tagline, 'La Isla del Encanto.' Highly recommend and would not hesitate to return.

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absolutely beautiful, the view was extraordinary and private.The owner Joaquin a beautiful soul, his hospitality and charisma is out of this world. To cap it up all he’s very caring. we bonded and he became a friend.

At least one meal a day especially breakfast would be a “game changer”

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!

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.

The host was a very friendly and welcoming person. He did an amazing job with the space and I look forward to coming back again.

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