Tarpon's Nest Lodge

2.0 star property
Art Deco Loiza inn in Torrecilla Baja with a marina
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Marina
Building design
35-inch TV with satellite channels
Reception
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Reviews

7.0 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast available
  • Bar
    Bar
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Room service
    Room service
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Route 187 KM 5.6,Torrecilla Baja, Loiza, 00772
  • Pocita de Piñones
    17 min walk
  • Pinones State Forest
    4 min drive
  • Balneario de Carolina
    7 min drive
  • San Juan (SJU-Luis Munoz Marin Intl.)
    10 min drive

Room options

Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
In-room safe
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Loiza

At Tarpon's Nest Lodge, you'll be 9.3 km (5.8 mi) from The Mall of San Juan and 11.6 km (7.2 mi) from Jose Miguel Agrelot Coliseum. Highlights at this Art Deco inn include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and a marina. .The inn's own lounge bar and poolside bar are nice places to enjoy a drink. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, concierge services and limo/town car service. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available on weekdays between 9:00 AM and 10:30 AM and on weekends between 8:30 AM and 11:30 AM. There's also the convenience of extended parking. .Sights within a 15-minute drive of this Torrecilla Baja inn include Mora and Hiram Bithorn Stadium.

What's nearby

  • Balneario de Carolina - 7 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Isla Verde Beach - 9 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Carolina Beach - 11 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Jose Miguel Agrelot Coliseum - 12 min drive - 11.6 km
  • Puerto Rico Convention Center - 14 min drive - 14.6 km

Getting around

  • Pinero Station - 11 min drive
  • San Juan (SJU-Luis Munoz Marin Intl.) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurant Hipic Cache - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Restaurant Puerta Del Mar - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Iguana Bar Restaurant En Piñones - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Donde Olga - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Landshark Bar - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Tarpon's Nest Lodge

Art Deco Loiza inn in Torrecilla Baja with a marina
Tarpon's Nest Lodge offers its guests a marina and an outdoor pool. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A terrace, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Tarpon's Nest Lodge. The property offers extended parking privileges.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Art Deco Loiza inn.

  • 1 building
  • 11 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 2012
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Car service
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Tarpon's Nest Lodge offers 11 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and a hairdryer. Premium satellite televisions are provided.

Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries. This Loiza inn provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Limo/town car service
  • RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Extended parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM on weekends; USD 10 to 20 for adults and USD 5 to 12 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Marina
  • On a lake
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Built in 2012
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 35-inch TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 11 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 50.0
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.00 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 10 to 20 for adults and USD 5 to 12 for children
  • Late check-out fee: USD 50.0 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.00 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and cash.

Property is also known as

Tarpon's Nest
Tarpon's Nest Lodge
Tarpon's Nest Lodge Loiza
Tarpon's Nest Loiza
Tarpon's Nest Lodge Inn
Tarpon's Nest Lodge Loiza
Tarpon's Nest Lodge Inn Loiza

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Tarpon's Nest Lodge?

Tarpon's Nest Lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Tarpon's Nest Lodge?

Yep, Tarpon's Nest Lodge has extended parking.

Are there any beaches close to Tarpon's Nest Lodge?

Yep, Tarpon's Nest Lodge is a short 17-minute walk from Pocita de Piñones. Fun beach activities include kayaking and fishing.

Does Tarpon's Nest Lodge have a pool?

Tarpon's Nest Lodge has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella and with a coldie from the bar.

Does Tarpon's Nest Lodge serve breakfast?

Sure does, cooked-to-order brekkie is offered weekdays between 9:00 AM and 10:30 AM and on weekends between 8:30 AM and 11:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Tarpon's Nest Lodge?

No, Tarpon's Nest Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Tarpon's Nest Lodge?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Tarpon's Nest Lodge?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Tarpon's Nest Lodge?

No, pets are not allowed.

Tarpon's Nest Lodge Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 24 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 24 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 24 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 24 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 24 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Natalia, new jersey

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the nicest staff ever ! Super clean And comfortable. Would definitely be staying here again in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very Clean and setting was nice. There was no one there when we needed service. Went to the main office many times no one was there. To check out no one greeted us out either we just gave the keys to a man who said he received them.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

2/10 Terrible

A.Scott, Georgia

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The overall look of the hotel was the only pleasant thing I took from it. My stay began Saturday March 30th, I missed my flight so I arrived March 31st. The manager told me she knows things happen so she will try to get my money back for the day I missed. Which I was not worried about it. This is a very small hotel about 8 to 10 rooms total which I thought would be good, exact opposite. There are no house keepers in this facility at all. In the 4 days I was there no one came to clean my room ,bring more towels or anything. There is never anyone at the front desk. To get in contact with anyone you must call one of the 2 numbers on the banner outside , 1 is disconnected. It’s very far away from everything. I could of stayed at the Hyatt or Hilton downtown for penny’s more and received great service and been close to all the great amenities Puerto Rico has. There is only one way in and out the hotel which you need a code to exit and enter. They changed the code my 2nd day there and couldn’t get out the hotel until a car came in and I walked out. The manager/ owner texted and let me know they changed the code 30 minutes later. My last day my flight left 4. I asked if I could stay 2 hours past check out until my shuttle came she told me I would have to pay $25 if I would like to stay. This is the same lady that told me she wanted to refund me the money for the day I missed which didn’t happen. Poor experience will never return to this hotel don’t make the same mistake I did.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

8/10 Good

Jeffrey, Central Mexico

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice view, congested area
Even with just maps app we had no trouble finding this secluded spot. Great views from roof garden of lagoons and if you're a plane spotter, the end of the SJU runway. Departing traffic goes right over you, do if aircraft noise bothers you, look elsewhere. We enjoyed it. Ares has lots of little restaurants on the main road, so it can be congested getting in and out on weekends at least as our stay was on one. Nice pool and staff. We'll be back.

6/10 Okay

Michael

Our stay January 2017
We picked Tarpon's Nest Lodge because we needed a place in proximity to the airport for the night before an early morning flight out. It was certainly in proximity (directly under the takeoff/landing flight path). The room was clean and the mattress on the bed really good. the pool is small but nice. There were small nuisances such as only two towels, only a partial roll of toilet paper, lack of a remote for the DISH unit. There were some really good restaurants close by on 187 but my wife didn't feel comfortable walking through the neighborhood. We will probably stay at Tarpon's Nest Lodge again if we have an early morning flight out of San Juan.

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very Unreliable
When we arrived here at night, no one answered the door or the phone. We ended up having to stay somewhere else.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great little hotel
We spent 10 days in PR. We knew we wanted to stay closer to San Juan on our last night but didn't plan ahead. Towards the end of our stay we started looking for a place and came across the Tarpen's. This was a great hotel! Would absolutely stay here again!! It's off the beaten path but within short walking distance there was a variety of places to get food & drink.

10/10 Excellent

Alberto, St Petersburg, Florida

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our awesome stay at Tarpon's Nest Lodge.
We really enjoy ourselves because it was extremely comfortable, relaxing. We enjoy the breakfast and the staff was extremely attentive, polite and easy going. The staff met all of our needs without having to ask for anything. The place was very nice and beautiful, we would highly recommend this Hotel to anyone who would love to enjoy good comfort. It was also close to fantastic food and shops.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good for fishing
This hotel was VERY hard to find...no street signs. Also the noise of the airport was quite loud.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Most taxis can't find this hotel. Taxi driver kept calling the hotel for directions but no one answered the phone. When we finally reached (taxi charged me extra as it took a long time), we couldn't find a door. So we had to yell continuously over a heavy wooden gate, that looked like Fort Knox. Finally someone came out and opened the gate for us. Had to wheel a suitcase over gravel - not an easy task. Got to the room, sat down to use the rest room and realize there were no supplies !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!. Had to find someone who worked there and finally he gave me a basket of supplies. There were no curtains - just overhead projector screens to hide the windows. Very strange. No TV. No bath towels. Had to dry myself with three hand towels. Not even a vending machine. Had to walk through a residential area to buy a bottle of water. I'm a single woman, but wasn't too scary although I did pass a few youths on motor bikes which made me nervous. No one around next morning for my check out so I just left the key. I got the impression I was the only visitor at the 'hotel'. A 'hotel' shouldn't be at a place like this.

4/10 Poor

Rohit, Boston

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Staff really needs to get their act together
**Ugly start**: This place located in a dingy mostly rural locality. This is where things got really bad for us. We arrived at the property at about 9PM and were greeted with locked gates, 7-9 foot high compound walls and no buzzer/call bell. Also nobody was picking up the phone at the reception. We spent a good 10-15 mins in the dark (and shady neighbourhood) trying to figure if we were at the right location. After 20 mins in the dark we decided to call the hotels.com and ask for a replacement hotel. They were nice enough to start a hotel relocation process going and thats when I get a call from this hotel saying they were out for a few mins and will be back in 5! We decided to wait and were met with an apologetic staff member, supposedly out shopping for breakfast. This left a very bad impression. You cannot leave a hotel locked, unattended and leave guests worried in a locality like this. That experience easily shaves 2-3 stars for me Well apart from that here is my impression of the hotel: **Room & Bathroom**: Good: Clean, spacious well decorated. Ample amount of storage. Good bed. Bad: No refrigerator or microwave. Hotel in airline flight path, so will disturb sleep. **Property** Pretty good actually. Has a good view from the terrace. Great location for breakfast. Its right next to the ocean, no beach. **Location** Not great. Feels like a unsafe locality. No good restaurants near. Kind of far from the main San Juan tourist areas.

8/10 Good

VA, northern Virginia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hotel close to beach and airport
only one night stay. Had a little trouble finding hotel but called and staff was very helpful. Gorge checked me in and room was remarkably clean and comfortable. The grounds were lovely and pool perfect. The area was funky but lively and fun . The hotel security was extensive and gave me pause but I went out for seafood to recommend restaurant and enjoyed myself without feeling uncomfortable as a woman alone. The airport nearby can be noisy but did not keep me awake at all. I slept with open windows and wake early so fishing group leaving in the morning didn't bother me. I would stay there again.

10/10 Excellent

heartnp1, springfield mo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Unique hotel
Picked a hidden gem! We loved our stay! Good value. Upscale bathroom. Small pool but very nice. Very private and secure.

4/10 Poor

Daniel Seda, florida

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
for the price did not offer the service or amenities of a higher end hotel,

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect for comfty almost home experience
Simple and modern. Felt secure nice view close to everything secluded

6/10 Okay

Dor, Poughkeepsie, NY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort
Nice hotel, good value, very remote
The staff was very friendly. Jorge takes care of anything you need. He speaks very little English though. Hotel is very far, actually not far but a $30 + taxi ride to the San Juan restaurant . There's a few little cafés in the area but no where to get supplies like some bread, beer, a bottle of rum and/or coke, shampoo, water or a snack. A mini supermarket in the area would make a killing! Pool area is nice as well as roof top lounge

8/10 Good

Yasmín

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Buena
Dlbm todos bien
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

4/10 Poor

Kristin

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort