We decided to take a break from corporate life and get some sunshine and easy travel. We landed in San Juan and found the most funky inn located in the heart of Old San Juan. The owner, Jan D’Espopo, has filled the 200 year old hotel with her own art…in the halls, the staircases, and the rooms. The rooms are all unique-with hand-woven tapestries, four poster beds, curious antiques- and views of the coast from the rooftop terrace. (Gallery Inn 204-206 Calle Norzagaray, Old San Juan)
We loved San Juan- especially Old San Juan. The original city was founded in 1521 (the second oldest European founded settlement in the Americas) and they have restored over 400 building from the 16-17th century –gorgeous Spanish colonial architecture. The narrow streets are paved with blue-gray stones that were used as ballast on Spanish ships).
Old San Juan is partially enclosed by walls. Sitting on a hill overlooking the harbor is the Fortress (La Fortaleza), built in 1533.
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