Hard Rock International is partnering with Misla Hospitality, Stonecrest Investment Management and The Interfin Companies to develop the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino San Juan. The $850 million new-build project is slated to open in 2029, with construction commencing mid-2026.
Hard Rock Hotel & Casino's first Puerto Rico destination and residence project will be designed by Klai Juba Wald and CMA Architects, drawing from the island's cultural and musical heritage and integrating work from community artists.
"The launch in San Juan of the first hotel, casino and residential complex by the prestigious firm Hard Rock International, with construction set to begin mid-year, opens a world of possibilities for economic development,” Puerto Rico Governor Jenniffer González-Colón said in a statement. “This significant $850 million investment, in addition to generating jobs and becoming another attraction for the island, helps continue positioning Puerto Rico as an ideal destination in the Caribbean—a destination for tourism, living and global investment."
Offering views of both San Juan Bay and the Atlantic Ocean, Hard Rock Hotel & Casino San Juan will feature approximately 415 rooms, 58 suites, and 186 Branded Residences. The property will amplify the island's music culture by introducing event venues, a recording studio, and local memorabilia. It will be the first integrated casino in Puerto Rico for a complete travel-entertainment experience.
"Music is at the heart of both Hard Rock and Puerto Rico, making this a perfect union," said Jeff Hook, COO at Hard Rock International. "San Juan is a natural extension of our portfolio, creating a seamless Hard Rock experience for guests traveling between our international properties. We're honored to create a destination that celebrates Puerto Rico's rich music and arts scene, and we look forward to welcoming visitors and locals alike to experience the island's dynamic cultural landscape."
The property will include the signature Rock Spa®, a fitness center and three terrace-level pools. Youth-focused amenities will include a kids' club, kids' arcade and curated teen hangout spaces.
“Drawing from five decades of global development experience, and shaped by my own upbringing in Italy surrounded by history and architecture, we are proud to partner with Hard Rock on this transformative project for San Juan," said Giorgio Borlenghi, chairman of The Interfin Companies, the development team. "Working closely with trusted local partners, artists, and community leaders, we have approached this development with a strong focus on cultural preservation, environmental responsibility, and community engagement. Our intent is to deliver a world-class destination that reflects Puerto Rico's heritage while generating lasting economic and social value."
“We welcome Hard Rock International's first hotel project in Puerto Rico as a significant milestone for our tourism industry, strengthening our lodging portfolio through the addition of new hotel room inventory, supporting job creation, and enhancing the island's visitor experience while elevating a strategically located area near the cruise ports and historic Old San Juan, and supporting the island's long-term destination growth," said Willianette Robles Cancel, executive director of the Puerto Rico Tourism Company.
“This is an ambitious project that expands Puerto Rico's hotel capacity in one of the island's most iconic and attractive areas,” said Jorge L. Pérez, president and CEO of Discover Puerto Rico. “The initiative strengthens the destination's tourism offering in a comprehensive way by complementing the cruise segment, expanding the culinary scene and enhancing our ability to attract international-caliber events and conventions. At Discover Puerto Rico, we welcome the opportunities this development represents for the island's sustainable economic growth, and we congratulate the teams at Hard Rock International, Misla Hospitality, Stonecrest Investment Management, and The Interfin Companies on this strategic alliance that drives investment, creates quality jobs, and continues to position Puerto Rico as a globally competitive destination."
The property will be accessible from nearby Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport and is adjacent to Old San Juan.