Cartagena

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Cartagena
Cartagena
Cartagena
Cartagena
Cartagena

Where to stay in Cartagena

Ayala Center featuring modern architecture

Cartagena Walled City

4.5/5(1,184 area reviews)

Cartagena Walled City is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Clock Tower and Bolivar Square while in the area.

Cartagena Walled City
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Bocagrande

4.5/5(928 area reviews)

Boasting the city's most prominent hotels, this upscale area offers shopping at Plaza Bocagrande and Nao Mall, and is close to the popular Ciudad Amurallada. Enjoy various dining options and easy access to the Transcaribe station.

Bocagrande
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Getsemani

Travelers come to Getsemani for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Plaza de la Trinidad and Los Pegasos Dock while you're in town.

Getsemani
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Cartagena Centro

Unique features of Cartagena Centro include the museums and historic sites. Make a stop by Plaza Santo Domingo or Bolivar Square while you're exploring the area.

Cartagena Centro
Entrada a la Cuidad Amurallada de Cartagena. Allowing you to go back to the colonial times, this old city has been preserved for an amazing evening/night walk filled with the origins of Colombian culture. Legend tells the walls surrounding this magical city were made with rock, mud and blood. 
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Manga

Travelers like the historic sites in Manga, and Port of Cartagena is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Manga
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El Laguito

4/5(105 area reviews)

The beaches and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to El Laguito. A stop by El Laguito Beach or Bocagrande Beach might round out your trip.

El Laguito
Hilton Cartagena

Hilton Cartagena

4.5 out of 5
Avenida Almirante Brion, El Laguito Cartagena
The price is ₩240,593 per night from Jan 12 to Jan 13
₩240,593
₩240,593 total
Jan 12 - Jan 13, 2026
Book a stay at this luxury resort in Cartagena. Enjoy free parking, 4 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,285 reviews)
Staff was great great location. Will pick it once again and Jen I return

Reviewed on Dec 15, 2025

Hilton Cartagena
Hyatt Regency Cartagena

Hyatt Regency Cartagena

4.5 out of 5
Carrera 1 No 12-118 Cartagena CO
Fully refundable
The price is ₩288,245 per night from Dec 21 to Dec 22
₩288,245
₩288,245 total
Dec 21 - Dec 22
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Cartagena. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,430 reviews)
Excellent stay. Hotel was in a great location close to everything. Service was outstanding. Had a resident room on the 41st floor & the view was outstanding. Would definitely stay here again.

Reviewed on Dec 10, 2025

Hyatt Regency Cartagena
ibis Cartagena Marbella

ibis Cartagena Marbella

3 out of 5
Avenida Santander #47-90 Cartagena Bolivar
The price is ₩88,936 per night from Dec 23 to Dec 24
₩88,936
₩88,936 total
Dec 23 - Dec 24
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Cartagena. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
Everything was excellent.

Reviewed on Dec 9, 2025

ibis Cartagena Marbella
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Bondo Estudio

Bondo Estudio

3.5 out of 5
Barrio Marbella Carrera 2A #49-60 Cartagena Bolívar
Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Cartagena. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (615 reviews)
The staff was extremely friendly. The room was clean. I loved the rooftop deck & pool. The location right across from the beach was importantly convenient, since I visited the beach and swam in the sea almost every day.

Reviewed on Dec 12, 2025

Bondo Estudio
Edificio Alta Mar de Marbella

Edificio Alta Mar de Marbella

4 out of 5
#48-58 Cra. 2 Cartagena Bolívar
Book a stay at this family-friendly condo in Cartagena. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Clock Tower and Bocagrande Beach ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (16 reviews)
Clean place. Amazing doormen . Love it

Reviewed on Dec 3, 2025

Edificio Alta Mar de Marbella
SUITE CON VISTA AL MAR

SUITE CON VISTA AL MAR

4 out of 5
67-77 Cra. 7 Cartagena Bolívar
Stay at this aparthotel in Cartagena. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Clock Tower and Bocagrande Beach are ...
SUITE CON VISTA AL MAR
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Cartagena

4.6
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
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5 - Excellent 65%
4 - Good
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4 - Good 28%
3 - Okay
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3 - Okay 5%
2 - Disappointing
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2 - Disappointing 1%
1 - Terrible
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1 - Terrible 1%

5/5 - Excellent

RickF

Nice place to visit when the Corona virus issues passes - renting a car was the best solution to move around and go places.

4/5 - Good

Daniela

The Walled City is beautiful, but it's also busy and expensive. Be mindful that you'll be harassed all the time.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Walled City has historic charm for sure. El Centro noisy and very touristy. Liked walking in nearby San Diego and Getsamani neighborhoods.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Great weather, amazing people, horrible traffic, and amazing views! Cartagena is a lovely city and the architecture transports you to a different era. You can find anything from relaxing places to fun night life. Lots of tours available

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

It was my second time and my wife's first time to visit. Love the city, love the people. Old town was a great place to visit and we felt completely safe walking around even at night.

5/5 - Excellent

SlimGoody

Super affordable, easily accessible, the area is a giant circle so it's hard to get lost, but people are very helpful and kind.