Welcome back to the Vanderbilt! We want to be part of your next luxurious escape and want you to be able to relax and have the adventure you deserve. For your peace of mind, we would like to share our Health and Safety Program details, your safety is our top priority.
Your safety is of upmost concern, as a result vaccination will be required for employees, guests and non-guests as per the executive order. All guests arriving to Puerto Rico must be vaccinated and must present a negative PCR or Antigen test taken within 48 hours of the beginning of their visit. Those not vaccinated guest must quarantine for 7 days regardless having a negative test. All customers visiting restaurants, bars or other enclosed places that serve food or drinks will have to show proof of vaccination or a negative test.
As per the Executive Order, effective January 4th, 2022 all business will close between midnight and 5:00AM. This restriction will not affect health services, including testing sites, laboratories, and pharmacies. Alcohol sale is also prohibited between midnight and 5:00AM.
Our team is ready, following all safety and hygiene procedures, and with our Health and Safety program implemented for your arrival. Some details upon check-in:
Hand sanitizer dispensers will be placed at key guest and employee entrances and common areas. Also, there will be health and hygiene reminders throughout the property, including employee areas, with reminders of the proper way to wear, handle and dispose of masks, correct physical distance reminders, and proper hygiene practices. See some of our hotel signage here.
Following CDC and local health authority guidelines, guests and employees will be advised to practice physical distancing by standing at least six feet away from groups of people. not traveling with them while: standing in lines, using elevators or moving around the property. The back of the house will implement proper distancing protocols as well in the employee dining room, training rooms, and other high-traffic areas.
Throughout the hotel, we will meet state and local health authority guidelines on proper social distancing and correct signage will be posted reminding of this and explaining the current procedures:
Hours of Operations:
Our cleaning and sanitizing procedures have always been key, but now more than ever, we have updated all protocols to follow health guidelines for an effective sanitization program. We use cleaning products which meet EPA guidelines and are effective against viruses, bacteria, and other airborne and blood borne pathogens.
The frequency of cleaning and sanitizing has been increased in all public spaces with an emphasis on frequent contact surfaces, like counters, elevators, door handles, rails, room keys, locks, ATM’s, casino machines and tables, all gym equipment, dining surfaces and seating areas. Also, back of the house areas with high employee traffic, as well as shared equipment will also be sanitized before, during and after each shift.
Housekeeping services will be offered upon a cleaning scheduled coordinated with Front Desk, following physical distancing protocols. If a guest is still in the room when the attendant is scheduled to clean, they will offer to return at an alternative time.
Optimum cleaning and sanitizing protocols are used to clean guest rooms, with emphasis on high-touch items including television remote controls, toilet seat and handle, door and furniture handles, water faucet, nightstands, telephones, in-room control panels, light switches, temperature control panels, alarm clocks, drape hooks, luggage racks and flooring.
Cart, trolleys and all housekeeping equipment will be sanitized at the start and end of each shift. All reusable collateral will be removed from rooms, or provided as single use items. Extra pillows and blankets stored in closet, will be removed and available upon request. All bed linen and laundry will be washed at high temperature and in accordance with CDC guidelines. Dirty linen will be bagged in the guest room to eliminate excess contact while being transported to the laundry area.
In the event of a suspected case of COVID-19, the guest room will be removed from service and quarantined; It will not be returned to service until an enhanced sanitization protocol by a licensed third-party is conducted.
During this period, and following the latest government regulations, several tour operators might not be available, but you will still be able to explore places within walking distance and enjoy activities while in San Juan.
Here we share a few, for more information you can contact us at [email protected]
Kayak or Paddle boarding in Condado Lagoon
Old San Juan sightseeing
Bahía Beach Golf Course
Ron Barrilito, Rum distillery
Mall of San Juan
You can find more detailed information on our official Hotel Health & Safety Guide. You can also find more details on the American Hotel and Lodging Association Safe Stay Guide. Visit the Puerto Rico Tourism Company Page to read more about their Health and Safety Destination Program.
As of December 27th, 2021, all passengers arriving on domestic flights are required to show a negative test result taken within 48 hours before arrival time, regardless of vaccination status. Passengers arriving without a test will have 48 hours to take one upon arrival or be subject to a fine. Unvaccinated travelers must quarantine for 7 days after arriving, regardless of whether they have a negative test result. You can find more information on the PR Health Department’s online portal. Read this Travel Advisory to keep in mind while planning your next visit.
There is much to look forward to, and nothing better than to start planning. 
