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A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a thatched-roof structure, surrounded by trees and string lights.

A person sitting by a pool with a glass of orange juice, a plate of food, and a plant on the table.

A beach with clear turquoise waters, sandy shore, and lush green hills in the background.

An indoor dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a thatched roof, and hanging plants.

1. Seis Playas Hotel

Tamarindo

Enrique

$52 nightly

$59 total

Oct 13 - Oct 14

Total with taxes and fees

A swimming pool with reflections, surrounded by lush greenery and buildings with warm lighting.

A row of sun loungers with a stone table in a tropical garden setting.

A reception sign on a building with a blue textured wall and a staircase.

A bar area with a wooden counter, bar stools, and a view of trees through the window.

2. Conchal Hotel

Cabo Velas

Angela Kathryn

$63 nightly

$71 total

Oct 6 - Oct 7

Total with taxes and fees

A pool area with a rectangular pool, lounge chairs, and a table with chairs.

A hotel room with two beds, a large window, and a view of the outdoors.

A spacious hallway with a wooden bench, potted plants, and a ceiling fan.

A long table with glass jars and a potted plant.

3. Hotel Diriá Santa Cruz

Santa Cruz

Luis

$62 nightly

$70 total

Oct 6 - Oct 7

Total with taxes and fees

A pool area with lounge chairs and palm trees.

A round table set for a meal on a beach with white tablecloth, candles, and flowers.

A resort with thatched-roof structures, palm trees, and a building with illuminated windows.

A spacious lobby with a central pool, a staircase, and a modern chandelier.

4. Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo

Cabo Velas

Curtis

$152 nightly

$171 total

Oct 12 - Oct 13

Total with taxes and fees

A modern lobby with a curved sofa, a large wall-mounted light fixture, and a glass partition.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a potted plant, and surfboards on the wall.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a view through a sliding door to an outdoor area, and two framed pictures on the wall.

A bedroom with a wooden headboard, a bed with white and blue bedding, a blue throw blanket, a wall-mounted air conditioner, a pendant light, and a framed picture on the wall.

5. Mono Luxe Villas

Tamarindo

Brian

$86 nightly

$97 total

Oct 11 - Oct 12

Total with taxes and fees

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a microwave, a balcony with a table and chairs, and a view of greenery and mountains.

A spacious lobby with a large glass door leading outside, a wicker sofa, a framed picture on the wall, and a potted plant.

A neatly made bed with a green blanket, a floral pillow, and a towel draped over the side.

6. The Palms At Coco Beach

Sardinal

Michael Delacy

$53 nightly

$60 total

Nov 5 - Nov 6

Total with taxes and fees

A room with a glass door leading to a pool area with lounge chairs and a small table.

An aerial view of a beach with clear turquoise water, sandy shore, and dense green foliage on one side.

A modern lounge area with a curved ceiling, seating arrangements, and large windows.

7. Dunama Ocean View Hotel

Cabo Velas

Thomas

$122 nightly

$138 total

Oct 6 - Oct 7

Total with taxes and fees

A modern house with a swimming pool, surrounded by tropical plants and a sunset sky.

A beach with palm trees, people, and beach chairs.

A man sitting at a desk with a laptop, a window with a view of a building and a painting of a flower.

A covered patio area with a stone wall, a wooden table with chairs, and various potted plants.

8. Hotel Huacas

Tamarindo

Ana

$74 nightly

$84 total

Oct 24 - Oct 25

Total with taxes and fees

A resort pool area with thatched-roof structures, palm trees, and a clear blue sky.

A spacious outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and red cushions, a bar with a thatched roof, and a large fan on the ceiling.

A beach scene with palm trees, a bench, and a row of chairs facing the ocean.

A restaurant with a bamboo roof, hanging plants, and wooden furniture.

9. Bahia del Sol Beach Front Boutique Hotel

Potrero

Subham

$184 nightly

$208 total

Oct 16 - Oct 17

Total with taxes and fees

A poolside setting with a drink garnished with fruit and a hibiscus flower, a plate of sliced fruits, and a pool in the background.

A balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a lush garden with palm trees and a view of a building with a tiled roof.

A curved stone pathway flanked by lush greenery and red flowering bushes.

A spacious living area with a wooden ceiling, a stone wall, a TV, and a dining set.

10. Hotel Villa del Sueño

Sardinal

Anjali

$95 nightly

$107 total

Oct 8 - Oct 9

Total with taxes and fees

A woman in a swimsuit sitting on a pool edge with a tropical garden in the background.

A spacious living area with wicker furniture, a glass coffee table, and a bookshelf.

A bedroom with a white bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a ceiling fan, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding door.

A beach with people, including children, and a surfboard.

11. RipJack Inn

Cabo Velas

Susan

$137 nightly

$154 total

Oct 24 - Oct 25

Total with taxes and fees

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by tropical plants and palm trees.

A residential building with a swimming pool, a staircase, and a balcony with potted plants.

A hotel room with two beds, a ceiling fan, and a window with a view of greenery.

A pathway flanked by neatly trimmed hedges and vibrant flowers, leading to a building with a white exterior and a covered outdoor seating area.

12. Parti Gras Hotel & Villas en Potrero

Potrero

Katsiaryna

$55 nightly

$62 total

Oct 24 - Oct 25

Total with taxes and fees

A modern bar area with a long wooden counter, multiple bar stools, and hanging decorative lights.

A modern reception desk with a curved design, a flat-screen TV, and a sign indicating the location as Hampton Guanacaste Airport, Costa Rica.

A buffet area with a central serving station, multiple food stations, and a coffee machine.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and shelves stocked with bottles.

13. Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport

Liberia

Rita

$128 nightly

$144 total

Oct 12 - Oct 13

Total with taxes and fees

A pool area with lounge chairs and a view of the sea.

An outdoor seating area with round tables and chairs, a white canopy, and a view of the sea.

A spa room with two massage beds, large windows with a view of a lush landscape, a bookshelf, and a small sink.

A bar area with a view of the mountains, a table with a pineapple and a bottle, and a person pouring a drink.

14. Villas Sol Beach Resort

Sardinal

Dorybenson

$94 nightly

$106 total

Oct 11 - Oct 12

Total with taxes and fees

An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, string lights, and a pergola structure.

A two-story house with a balcony, surrounded by lush greenery and a hammock.

A beach with clear water, rocks, and people swimming.

A stone archway leading to a building with a bull symbol on the ground.

15. Casas del Toro Playa Flamingo

Cabo Velas

Rui

$75 nightly

$84 total

Nov 5 - Nov 6

Total with taxes and fees

A beach with clear blue water, sandy shore, and lush greenery in the background.

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, string lights, and a view of the sunset over the water.

A hotel room with a bed, pillows, a remote control, and a glass table.

A swimming pool with a concrete edge, surrounded by a brick patio and lush greenery.

16. Hotel Brasilito

Cabo Velas

Synthia

$63 nightly

$71 total

Nov 3 - Nov 4

Total with taxes and fees

A pool surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees, with lounge chairs and umbrellas.

A garden with a wooden reception desk, a cactus, and various plants.

A coastal landscape with a small island surrounded by water, a beach, and a mountainous backdrop.

A bedroom with a bed, a bedside table, a window with a view of greenery, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

17. Bahia Esmeralda Boutique Hotel & Villas

Potrero

Sandra

$70 nightly

$79 total

Oct 9 - Oct 10

Total with taxes and fees

An aerial view of a coastal area with clear turquoise waters, a sandy beach, and several boats.

A spacious, well-lit interior with a high ceiling, wooden furniture, and a central seating area.

A spacious outdoor dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a bamboo ceiling, and a view of greenery.

A spacious indoor dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a kitchen area with modern appliances, and a bamboo ceiling.

18. Hotel Ocotal B&B

Sardinal

Rogue

$73 nightly

$83 total

Oct 12 - Oct 13

Total with taxes and fees

A lobby with a reception desk, two lamps, a stone wall, and a television.

A hotel lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a chandelier.

An outdoor patio area with wicker furniture, glass tables, and a view of a well-maintained garden.

A bar area with wooden flooring, bar stools, and a long counter with a television.

19. Hilton Garden Inn Guanacaste Airport

Liberia

Martha

$127 nightly

$144 total

Oct 7 - Oct 8

Total with taxes and fees

A beach with clear skies, people swimming and sunbathing, and a tree with green leaves.

A swimming pool with a dolphin mosaic, a thatched-roof hut, and palm trees in the background.

A covered dining area with tables and chairs, a pool in the background, and a tropical setting.

A row of colorful, single-story buildings with a red and green facade, surrounded by palm trees and a well-maintained lawn.

20. Guanacaste Lodge

Cabo Velas

Casey Fabian

$91 nightly

$103 total

Oct 11 - Oct 12

Total with taxes and fees

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Top Cartagena Hotel Reviews

Occidental Papagayo - Adults Only - All inclusive

8/10 Good

"Everything about this place is phenomenal besides the food. We saw monkeys all over. Location and staff make up for lacking food options."

Andaz Peninsula Papagayo Resort, Costa Rica, by Hyatt

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel was great and we enjoyed our visit it very much"

Villas Sol Beach Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Es la segunda vez que veniamos al lugar, nos encantó mucho. Lo único que esta vez no fue lo mejor, es que el aire acondicionado de la habitación parecía no funcionar bien y fue muy dificil dormir con tanto calor que hizo. Igualmente volvería al lugar porque es muy tranquilo."

Hotel Tamarindo Diria Beach Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Wonderful service and property"

W Costa Rica - Reserva Conchal

10/10 Excellent

"Exactly what we expected and more. I highly recommend this resort and hope to return."

Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo

10/10 Excellent

"Staff were very helpful, respectful and welcoming. Doney from customer service was very welcoming and accommodating. They staff made us feel like we were family. Rooms and hotel very clean. Overall I had an amazing time and will return in the future."

Hilton Garden Inn Guanacaste Airport

10/10 Excellent

"Great location. Amazing staff."

Wyndham Tamarindo

8/10 Good

"Aire acondicionado no muy bueno"

Condovac la Costa

10/10 Excellent

"People food was great. However I could see the property getting some updates. Concrete needs replaced. Otherwise I was great."

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Hermosa Paradise

Highway 159 behind Super Luperon Sardinal Guanacaste Province

$52 nightly

$59 total

Oct 6 - Oct 7

Total with taxes and fees

Bahia Esmeralda Boutique Hotel & Villas

100 metros Este de la Plaza Deportiva Tempate Guanacaste

$70 nightly

$79 total

Oct 9 - Oct 10

Total with taxes and fees

Hotel Mar Rey

Playa Tamarindo Tamarindo Guanacaste

$79 nightly

$89 total

Oct 6 - Oct 7

Total with taxes and fees

8.6/10 Excellent! (374 reviews)

Hotel Villa Del Sol

Barrio La Chorrera Sardinal

$83 nightly

$94 total

Oct 27 - Oct 28

Total with taxes and fees

9.4/10 Exceptional! (397 reviews)

Toro Blanco Resort

25 Metros Sur de la Iglesia Catolica Sardinal Guanacaste

$86 nightly

$97 total

Oct 6 - Oct 7

Total with taxes and fees

Mono Luxe Villas

75W4 47C Tamarindo Guanacaste Province

$86 nightly

$97 total

Oct 11 - Oct 12

Total with taxes and fees

10/10 Exceptional! (21 reviews)

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Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place for a stay in Cartagena?

Located 17.4 mi (28 km) from the heart of Cartagena, Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport is a top choice for your stay based on our traveler data. Two other options for your stay in the area are Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo and JW Marriott Guanacaste Resort & Spa. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Cartagena.

What are some of the best vacation home rentals that Cartagena has to offer?

Las Catalinas Doorway: This vacation home rental outside of Cartagena is located on the beach and has a balcony, a terrace, and air-conditioning to put you at ease in your new surroundings. Kitchen amenities include kitchenware to make your meal-planning easier. You can relax into your vacation with a garden and outdoor tennis courts. See all vacation rentals in Cartagena.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Cartagena, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Cartagena.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Cartagena?

To find more details about updating your trip to Cartagena or cancelling it, click here.

What are some accommodations with pools in Cartagena?

Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive: Features 6 outdoor pools, a children's pool, and free water-park access. The Westin Reserva Conchal, an All-Inclusive Golf Resort & Spa and Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport are two additional hotels with an onsite pool. View all hotels with pools in Cartagena.

What's it like to stay in Cartagena?

Travelers to Cartagena will find plenty to explore and enjoy. Top sights around the area include Coco Beach and Tamarindo Beach. In Cartagena, there are 8 hotels and other accommodations to choose from. Find out more about Cartagena.

What is there to see in Cartagena?

Notable places to visit in the surrounding area include Coco Beach and Tamarindo Beach. You'll also find Playa Potrero and Papagayo Golf and Country Club in the area. Check out what more to see and do in Expedia's Cartagena guide.

What's the weather like in Cartagena?

The hottest months are usually April and March with an average temp of 82°F, while the coldest months are January and December with an average of 79°F. The rainiest months in Cartagena are October, September, June, and August, with each month seeing an average of 15 inches of rainfall.

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Our top choices for Cartagena hotels

1. Seis Playas Hotel

2. Conchal Hotel

3. Hotel Diriá Santa Cruz

4. Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo

5. Mono Luxe Villas

6. The Palms At Coco Beach

7. Dunama Ocean View Hotel

8. Hotel Huacas

9. Bahia del Sol Beach Front Boutique Hotel

10. Hotel Villa del Sueño

11. RipJack Inn

12. Parti Gras Hotel & Villas en Potrero

13. Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport

14. Villas Sol Beach Resort

15. Casas del Toro Playa Flamingo

16. Hotel Brasilito

17. Bahia Esmeralda Boutique Hotel & Villas

18. Hotel Ocotal B&B

19. Hilton Garden Inn Guanacaste Airport

20. Guanacaste Lodge

Top Cartagena Hotel Reviews

Occidental Papagayo - Adults Only - All inclusive

Andaz Peninsula Papagayo Resort, Costa Rica, by Hyatt

Villas Sol Beach Resort

Hotel Tamarindo Diria Beach Resort

W Costa Rica - Reserva Conchal

Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo

Hilton Garden Inn Guanacaste Airport

Wyndham Tamarindo

Condovac la Costa

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Hermosa Paradise

Bahia Esmeralda Boutique Hotel & Villas

Hotel Mar Rey

Hotel Villa Del Sol

Toro Blanco Resort

Mono Luxe Villas

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