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Reviews of The Surfing Turtle This rating is a reflection of how the property compares to the industry standard when it comes to price, facilities and services available. It's based on a self-evaluation by the property. Use this rating to help choose your stay!

69 Calle Fernández Garcia, 00773 Luquillo, Puerto Rico

#24 of 34 hotels in Luquillo

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 85 hotel reviews

7.8

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.5

  • Comfort

    8.5

  • Location

    8.2

  • Facilities

    8.1

  • Staff

    8.2

  • Value for money

    7.7

  • Free Wifi

    7.5

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  • Reviewed: November 8, 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The area around the place was very run down. The liquor store at the end of the street was a very busy local hangout. A little uncomfortable since I was a single woman with kids traveling!

    Very close to beautiful beach. Breakfast spot across the street was delicious!

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: August 9, 2024

    7.0
    It was close to beaches and attractions. The cleanliness was great and the decoration is very nice.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe King Studio
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The location; it’s in front of a street and my room was in front too. The noise from outside

    The decoration, smelling, the location in a way

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: July 31, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe King Studio
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I didn't mind the street noise because I am from the city.

    The service was excellent. The owner even got my mother a taller beach chair. Communicating with the owner was very easy. The place was very clean.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: July 30, 2024

    8.0
    Very relaxing
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe King Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    No parking on-site, needed to find street parking. However, It was not hard to find a spot and had no issues with it being the street overnight.

    Very clean, very quiet, right next to the beach and across the street from restaurants. Very friendly staff.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: July 22, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Studio
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Too much noise. Cars , horses at 1 am

    Spacious , clean , accessible

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: June 3, 2024

    8.0
    good value
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Studio
    • Stayed 1 night

    comfort / location

    @ first your like .. What? Then you open the door.. super cute inside! Safe parking even though it looks shady-

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: April 27, 2024

    7.0
    Simple and easy access to beach
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Windows coverings had to remain in place as room was ground floor and looked out into the street and public areas. There are only overhead lights, no bedside lights for reading at night. Overall we really enjoyed it though-family of 4.

    Room was clean and private. Easy to walk to the beach and restaurants across the street. Yoga mats and beach chairs were provided. Beds were comfortable. There is an outdoor shower right outside for rinsing sand off which was great. Had trouble initially with check in but was able to get help quickly with a phone call.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 26, 2024

    8.0
    Decent spot
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Studio
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    A little worn out (holes in towels, dirty curtains etc) and street parking was difficult.

    Relatively clean and convenient location.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 23, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Deluxe King Studio
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Area had cars driving by every night with music LOUD and motorcycles racing in front of building. All of that is no fault of the facility but was very disruptive trying to watch tv, talk, or sleep. It usually ends about 1:00 a.m.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: March 15, 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Clean, good location.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 14, 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Deluxe King Studio
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Paid for a king size but it was 2 twins put together and they kept sliding apart after being laid on. Had to ask for towels/rags. Never received robes. Outdoor shower was freezing. AC was struggling to compete with humidity. Loud cars driving by at night because bar/liquor store but wasnt too bad.

    Close location to the beach. Had a few good options for food/drinks that were right across the street. 2 beach chairs/yoga mats were provided. Privacy was good. Deck and outdoor shower was available. WiFi was good- smart TV allowed me to access my own subscriptions. Nice decor. Good price.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: February 20, 2024

    9.0
    Quaint, Fun, clean and Comfortable in a great location with wonderful host.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I think everything at the Surfing Turtle eas great. I didn't like the trash at the abandoned house next door. I really enjoyed everything else. One thing...the beach chairs probably should be trashed...ours were no longer useful.

    Excellent Customer service. Lovely building and decor. Sadly, an abandoned home with trash is next door. Still, the actual accommodations are lovely. Comfy beds, great location to restaurants, beach, etc. Very loud area but hey...that's PR! The noise couldn't be controlled by Surfing Turtle. I'd definitely plan to stay again!

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: February 14, 2024

    8.0
    Bed was comfy. Room and bathroom very small.
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Deluxe King Studio
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    We had room 1 which is right in front and very loud because of the street.

    That’s it’s on a cute street and close to the beach!

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: February 12, 2024

    8.0
    Best for people who like to party all night.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Studio
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The noise outside was ridiculous. People felt the need to screech and zoom by in their souped-up cars, blasting their music until well after 3am. We were in the room closest to the street, so that might have exacerbated it. The manager DID offer to move us for the rest of our stay, but we decided to move on.

    The hotel itself is fine. It's not posh or luxurious, but it is clean and reasonably comfortable. It's in walking distance of some tasty restaurants and the beach. It's not a resort beach with pristine sand, but I am a nature lover, so it was fine for me. Management tries to be as accommodating as he can, and the things I did not like are not his fault.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: January 4, 2024

    8.0
    Comfortable place, but far from the touristy area
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Studio
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Luquillo is a bit far from the marinas and the most famous beaches in Fajardo, so you should have a car or be prepared to pay a lot in Ubers. Also, there was no cleaning service or clean towels during all the time we were there.

    The room was spacious and very comfortable! It has air conditioning, the shower is warm and everything was clean. There are a few restaurants across the street which is very convenient. Overall a good place to stay!

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: December 28, 2023

    7.0
    While the location was convenient the appearance of the neighborhood was initially off putting. There was an enormous am
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Studio
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Very noisy

    Very nice room

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: August 13, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    n/a

    beautiful property. very nice

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: June 18, 2023

    9.0
    Convenient location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Nothing.

    Very convenient location. Clean room. Comfortable.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: June 15, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Deluxe King Studio
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    plumbing

    close to the beach and a few places to eat

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: April 10, 2023

    9.0
    Perfect base camp for exploring Luquillo and the surrounding areas
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    No closet area to hang clothes. No iron. You need to live out of your suitcase with wrinkles, but it's vacation and no one really cares! The one rooster next door decided that 4:30am was a great time to wake up. Whole town is full of wandering chickens, so you're going to get that no matter where you stay unless you're up in one of the high rise hotels, which isn't our scene.

    Very clean, cute room right near the beach (5 minute walk). Def more of a surfing beach than a swimming beach. The beds were sooooo soft and the duvets were bliss. Location was within 20 min of Fajardo and El Yunque. Short drive to the kiosks and other Luquillo beaches. Very sleepy little village area, but the few restaurants around were all great. Highly recommend Simple Food. The host was prompt at fixing a few issues caused by the whole-town power outage the day before we arrived. Loved the hammock chairs on the roof, great place to relax with a book in the evenings. The beach robes were a nice touch. Local stray kitty made our stay. My youngest got an awesome haircut at the barber's next door.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: March 13, 2023

    9.0
    Great place to stay to have a relaxing time.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Studio
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    the location of the property is invaluable. It is near a great restaurant and the brunch place is a moat visit while staying in Luquillo.

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: March 3, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Very comfortable beds.

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: February 23, 2023

    7.0
    Overall good but there’s space for improvement.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Studio
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    water pressure was horrible throughout the period of stay. additionally the curtains leave a lot exposed so attempting to properly close and not allow gaps was hard. the location was pretty loud at night as it’s really close to the Main Street in town so there’ll be a lot of noise from cars overnight.

    Clean

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: January 17, 2023

    8.0
    It was amazing and very comfortable, definitely would recommend to others and be back myself.
    • Solo traveler
    • Deluxe King Studio
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I didn’t have a broom or mop to be able to clean up after myself in case of making a mess.

    It was not to far from the beach and from local restaurants.

    Stayed in January 2023

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