Over La Concha Renaissance Resort

Once a milestone in modern Caribbean architecture, the fully renovated La Concha Resort crystallizes the essence of retro urban culture on a palm fringed Condado beachfront facing an umber-blue ocean, 15 minutes or less from everywhere. A rejuvenated 'La Concha' makes a splash in San Juan - Back in its heyday in the 50s and 60s, La Concha Resort was an icon of tropical modernism and Caribbean splendor. Fast forward to 2007. History repeats itself. After a decade-long rebirth, the doors surrounding its signature seashell-shaped dome reopen to reveal a new gem-a hip, seductive and thoroughly refreshed new Renaissance Resort that gives new meaning to the term tropical chic. The strikingly rejuvenated oceanfront boutique resort strikes a pose over the popular palm-fringed Condado beach, just steps away from the recently reborn tourist district's upscale designer boutiques, world-class restaurants and sizzling San Juan nightlife. Here there are no ordinary rooms. Each of the 248 spacious and stylish habitats is an oasis of creative comforts with voluptuous beds wrapped in luxurious linens, and a fresh modern decor with cutting-edge designer furnishings. Each is appointed with state-of-the-art technology including Ipod/MP3-ready alarm clocks, 42' flat-screen LCD monitors, digital on-demand entertainment and system-wide high-speed Internet access. Most all have spectacular soul-soothing ocean vistas. The resort's retro urban design is everything today's savvy traveler and Caribbean connoisseur is looking for. The gracious and thoughtfully planned beachfront property includes two swimming pools--one of which is a multi-level infinity edge pool--waterfalls, fountains, a hot tub & Jacuzzi, pool-deck cabanas and landscaped decks, as well as a fully equipped oceanfront fitness center. By day La Concha's lobby is a bright, welcoming sanctuary. But when the sun sets, the boundaries disappear and the indoors and outdoors blend seamlessly. The lobby bar is transformed into the place to see and be seen, where inhibitions magically disappear and guests mingle freely in cosmopolitan style and elegance-until the wee hours. What is clear throughout La Concha is that Puerto Rican hospitality is the order of the day-all day, every day. The resort's courteous and well-trained staff never disappoints; they work hard to offer intuitive service, anticipate the needs and cater to the whims and desires of every guest.