Howard Johnson Hotel - San Juan Activities and Recreation

Activities and Recreation at Howard Johnson
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A variety of different recreational pursuits is not required for a great vacation. While some vacationers would rather stay at a hotel offering numerous recreational activities, others can enjoy themselves with very limited recreational options, or they simply want a relaxing place to stay. While it doesn't offer a long menu of recreational resort amenities the Howard Johnson Hotel - San Juan may have everything you need in a vacation retreat.

Water and Fitness

While everyone has their own idea of the perfect vacation, there are a wide variety of activities and attractions in Puerto Rico. Lounging at the hotel's pool might not be your main priority, although it could be an excellent way to relax.

Tennis

There aren't any tennis courts at this hotel, so if tennis is important to you, this may not be the ideal hotel. Generally, this isn't a major concern to most guests, who find plenty of other activities to entertain them during their stay.

If you are seeking the best vacation spots to play tennis, you might want to investigate Masters Real Estate and Westin Rio Mar Beach Resort & Golf Club. There are some of the area's best spots for tennis at these hotels, so you may want to consider their features in comparison with those of this hotel before making your choice.

Golf

Even though the Howard Johnson Hotel - San Juan doesn't feature a golf course, you may be able to arrange some playing time at one of the local courses if you want to play a round during your stay. The nearest golf course is Fort Buchanan Golf Club, located 6.8 miles to the southwest of the Howard Johnson Hotel - San Juan. The course is 3,030 yards long, and has been rated as a par 36. The greens fees for use of the course are as follows: $13. To find out more information, call the course at (787)273-3852.

Watersports

Though you won't find watersports on site at this hotel, you can visit one of the vendors situated on the shores of Puerto Rico. After placing a few phone calls, visitors can schedule a sports activity using equipment and services offered by one of these providers.

Family Activities

Feel free to bring the entire family to the Howard Johnson Hotel - San Juan, but you should keep in mind that this hotel doesn't offer very many amenities for kids. Considering the relative dearth of family amenities at this hotel, travelers who are planning a vacation with their children should carefully consider their priorities and carefully weigh the pros and cons of this hotel, compared to some of the other choices. In fact, you should also consider some of the hotels that are top-rated for family vacations.

Entertainment and Nightlife

Tourists seeking a vacation experience full of exciting nightlife and live entertainment may want to consider some other options. Sadly, the area around this hotel is fairly quiet, and the hotel doesn't offer live entertainment. But if that isn't a top priority you may find that the Howard Johnson Hotel - San Juan is the perfect spot. The hotel has a bar, but you won't find many other options. Another option is to visit one of the other hotels in the area, as shown below:

Nearby Hotels with Nightlife
HotelNumber of BarsLive EntertainmentDistanceDirection
Wyndham El San Juan Hotel & Casino 14 check 0.8 mi. W
Coral by the Sea Hotel & Restaurant 1   0.8 mi. NE
Ritz-Carlton San Juan Hotel, Spa, & Casino 3 check 0.9 mi. NE
ESJ Towers 3   0.9 mi. E
Casa de Playa Beach Hotel 1   1.1 mi. NE
Coqui Inn 1   1.2 mi. E
Hampton Inn & Suites San Juan 1   1.5 mi. E
Caribe Hilton 1 check 1.9 mi. W
Courtyard Isla Verde Beach Resort 1 check 1.9 mi. NE
Tu Casa Boutique Hotel 1   2.0 mi. W

If you want to try your hand at some games of chance visit Wyndham El San Juan Hotel & Casino, which is located 0.8 miles west of the Howard Johnson Hotel - San Juan.

Other Recreation

Horseback riding is another activity that is available at this hotel. This pastime is surprisingly popular with visitors to Puerto Rico.

There is no lack of interesting things to see and do in Puerto Rico, so you won't be limited to the activities this hotel happens to offer. From a day spent boating or sailing, to a few hours learning about the rich local culture, each traveler can plan his or her own perfect vacation.

Rates and Availability

Regardless of whether you're considering staying at Howard Johnson during a slow period or a busy time, it's clearly imperative to make sure that rooms are available. To learn which specific room types are available, and to see rates for your preferred travel dates, click here.

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