Holiday Inn Ponce & El Tropical Casino by IHG

–Excellent location - show map
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Scored 9.1
Rated superb

Free WiFi

9.5

Property highlights

About this property

Face masks are not required but recommended. This mountain-top hotel features stunning views of the Caribbean Sea and the historic city of Ponce, Puerto Rico. Hotel Inn Ponce & El Tropical Casino offers an on-site casino. Each air-conditioned room at this property comes with a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom. The restaurant is open for breakfast and dinner. Hours of operations daily breakfast from 06:00 to 10:00, Dinner from 15:00-20:00. Holiday Inn Ponce & El Tropical Casino features an Olympic-size pool and children's pool with views of the Caribbean Sea. Mercedita Airport is 8 km from the property, while the capital city of San Juan is a 1.5-hour drive away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Fitness centre
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
Holiday Inn Hotels & Resorts
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Holiday Inn Hotels & Resorts

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

  • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

  • Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

  • Top pick by families with children

  • Free private parking available on-site

Activities:

  • Fitness centre

  • Casino

  • Public Bath

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Availability

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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Bartosz
Switzerland Switzerland
“everyone was very nice. a big hank you to Rafael that made our kid happy every morning with his smile and the hot chockolate the pool was great. breakfast very good and also food and service at the restaurant. very reasonable prices. we would...”
Yashira
Puerto Rico Puerto Rico
“Everything was clean and beautiful. Everyone was nice and polite very helpful. Definitely will stay again.”
Luz
United States United States
“The hotel is under construction and we were informed before we booked the room. It was only a one night stay just passing through the town after a family visit. The accommodations included breakfast and that was a buffet style which was great. I...”
Myrna
Puerto Rico Puerto Rico
“Me and my Family loved EVERYTHING. Starting with ALL the Staff, the accommodations, the food, location, everything was very clean, adapted to guests with special needs and always willing to help.”
Gloria
Ecuador Ecuador
“I LOVE THE FRONT DESK CUSTOMER SERVICE. I HAD NO PROBLEMS AND MY FRIEND LEFT A BLAZER AND IT WAS RETURNED TO THE PERSON WE SEND TO PICK IT UP SINCE WE WERE IN PANAMA. THANKS TO MARISOL SHE DID A GREAT JOB.”
Hector
Puerto Rico Puerto Rico
“We can lunch in the hotel at arrival and it was good. The room was comfortable and the hotel at all was very clean”
Maria
United States United States
“Great location, the staff very helpful and friendly. Nice swimming pool and clean. We had a complaint with a very loud neighbor but it was solved immediately. Thank you!!!”
Lugo
Puerto Rico Puerto Rico
“Las atenciones fieron excelemtes. Todo el personal muy atento y estuve bien atendida. Excelente el hotel y su personal gracias.”
Betsy
Puerto Rico Puerto Rico
“We loved everything about the property, from the reception, the hospitality of the employees, the cleanliness, the facilities! All a 20/10.”
Quiles
Puerto Rico Puerto Rico
“El desayuno, la pisina, el servicio todo excelente”

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
South Coast Bistro Bar
  • Cuisine
    International
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly

Resort facilities of Holiday Inn Ponce & El Tropical Casino by IHG

Great facilities! Review score, 9.1

Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Fitness centre
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar

House rules

Holiday Inn Ponce & El Tropical Casino by IHG takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Check-out
Until 12:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of US$50 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 14 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 21
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 6 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Cards accepted at this property
American ExpressVisaMastercardDiscoverCarte Blanche Cash is not accepted

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

We are thrilled to announce that our renovation has begun and all the necessary actions have been taken to minimize any inconvenience. During the period of August 1st, 2023 - December 31, 2023, our pool facilities will be under renovations. We appreciate your understanding.

Face masks are not required but recommended. We are thrilled to announce that our renovation has begun and all the necessary actions have been taken to minimize any inconvenience. During the period of August 1st - December 31, 2023, our pool facilities will be under renovations. We appreciate your understanding. - CHANGE THIS PARAGRAPH FOR THE FOLLOWING MESSAGE:

Renovation update: We are excited to share that we are moving on to public space renovations including the pool area until April 24, 2024 and our guest rooms are done. Construction hours are Monday-Friday from 9:00 am - 5:00 pm. We are doing everything possible to minimize guest impact during this time. We appreciate your understanding.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

A damage deposit of US$50 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 14 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.