The Caribbean’s Best Business Hotels

By: - December 5th, 2013
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You’re on the road, in town for an important meeting. There are a few things you simply must have — efficient service, a comfortable room, working Wi-Fi and a good location. Business travelers have their own set of demands, and they need a particular kind of hotel. Luckily, doing business in the Caribbean means you don’t have to sacrifice these things — as long as you find the right place. These are our top 10 business hotels in the Caribbean for 2013. What are yours?

Hotel El Convento — Old San Juan, Puerto Rico

This 58-room property has an old-world quality, and has complimentary Wi-Fi across every nook and cranny.


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