Where to Spend New Year’s Eve in San Juan, Puerto Rico

By: Caribbean Journal Staff - December 15, 2015

This year’s top spot

By Dana Niland
CJ Contributor

Heading to Puerto Rico’s capital for the New Year? We have you covered.

The hottest spot in San Juan should be the O:live Boutique Hotel, which is hosting an upscale, rooftop New Year’s Eve party.

The evening will begin at 6:30 with a five-course dinner at Sage Steak Loft, followed by another dinner seating opportunity at 9:30.

The party will then take place at the O:live Rooftop from 9 PM until 2 AM, featuring a premium open bar, a midnight champagne toast, DJ, and live music.

O:live Boutique hotel is located over the Laguna del Condado in San Juan, Puerto Rico.

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