Cartagena

Travel Guide

A narrow street lined with colorful buildings, featuring balconies and potted plants.
A coastal cityscape at night with a prominent cathedral and a modern skyline.
A coastal cityscape with high-rise buildings along a curved shoreline.
A coastal cityscape with a prominent skyscraper, a marina with boats, and historic buildings with red-tiled roofs.
A coastal cityscape with high-rise buildings, a marina, and a lighthouse.

Where to stay in Cartagena

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A coastal cityscape with a prominent cathedral and modern skyscrapers.

Cartagena Walled City

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.

A coastal town with a prominent church featuring a tall bell tower and a domed roof.

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.

A coastal cityscape at twilight with high-rise buildings, a beach, and a long swimming pool.

Bocagrande

Bocagrande is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Rio Cartagena Casino and Plaza Bocagrande Commercial Center, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Cartagena.

A city skyline at dusk with illuminated buildings reflecting on the water.
Photo by Paula Vernimmen
Open Photo by Paula Vernimmen

El Laguito

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.

A street with colorful buildings, a man pushing a cart, and a blue door with decorative columns.
Photo by SebastiĆ£o Mesquita e Carmo
Open Photo by SebastiĆ£o Mesquita e Carmo

Manga

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

OZ Hotel Collection

OZ Hotel Collection

4.5 out of 5
6-164 Carrera 2 Cartagena
$122 nightly
The price is $122 total per night from Aug 5 to Aug 6
$122 total
Aug 5 - Aug 6
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Cartagena. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Bocagrande Beach and Castillo Grande ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (622 reviews)
"Everything was excellent"

Reviewed on Jul 20, 2026

OZ Hotel Collection
Hilton Cartagena

Hilton Cartagena

4.5 out of 5
Avenida Almirante Brion, El Laguito Cartagena
$204 nightly
The price is $204 total per night from Jul 26 to Jul 27
$204 total
Jul 26 - Jul 27
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! (1,472 reviews)
"B"

Reviewed on Jul 20, 2026

Hilton Cartagena
Holiday Inn Express Cartagena Bocagrande by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Cartagena Bocagrande by IHG

4 out of 5
Avenida San Martin Cra 2 N 9-54 Cartagena Bolivar
$119 nightly
The price is $119 total per night from Aug 9 to Aug 10
$119 total
Aug 9 - Aug 10
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cartagena. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
Holiday Inn Express Cartagena Bocagrande by IHG
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Bondo Hometel

Bondo Hometel

3.5 out of 5
Barrio Marbella Carrera 2A #49-60 Cartagena BolĆ­var
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! (897 reviews)
"Je vous recommande fortement cet hƓtel. Les chambres sont propres et spacieuses. Tous les amƩnagement sont conƧus pour rendre votre sƩjour agrƩable."

Reviewed on Jul 21, 2026

Bondo Hometel
U-GO Baia Kristal. Oasis en Cartagena

U-GO Baia Kristal. Oasis en Cartagena

3.5 out of 5
CUBO KM 12 ANILLO VIAL Cartagena BolĆ­var
Stay at this apartment in Cartagena. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and balconies. Popular attractions Las Ramblas Shopping Center and Karibana Golf ...
6/10 (2 reviews)
"The property was well maintained and clean. The manager was helpful. The portal to invite guests was weird, it says you could, but you couldn't. Really nice pool and beach area. The bar and restaurant were not completed and during the day you could hear construction. All in all, really nice apartment ..."

Reviewed on Jul 13, 2025

U-GO Baia Kristal. Oasis en Cartagena
Soy Local Centro Historico

Soy Local Centro Historico

3 out of 5
Avenida Escallon Diagonal 35 # 34-63 Cartagena
Book a stay at this business-friendly apartment in Cartagena. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (170 reviews)
"Nice room, great location and allows guests"

Reviewed on Jul 10, 2026

Soy Local Centro Historico
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Stay near popular Cartagena attractions

A coastal cityscape with a beach, high-rise buildings, and a clear blue sky.

Bocagrande Beach

8.0/10 (2,390 reviews)
If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Bocagrande Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Cartagena. Make time to visit the area's shops, or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
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Things to do

Cartagena Island Hopping: 5-Stop Rosario Islands Tour with Lunch

Cartagena Island Hopping: 5-Stop Rosario Islands Tour with Lunch

$70
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Cartagena Island Hopping: 5-Stop Rosario Islands Tour with Lunch
Cartagena, CO: Sunset Skyline Bay Tour on a Pirate Boat + Drinks

Cartagena, CO: Sunset Skyline Bay Tour on a Pirate Boat + Drinks

$48
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Cartagena, CO: Sunset Skyline Bay Tour on a Pirate Boat + Drinks
Full-Day Volcano of Totumo

Full-Day Volcano of Totumo With Lunch, 5 pools and priĢvate Bach

$60
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Full-Day Volcano of Totumo With Lunch, 5 pools and priĢvate Bach
Cartagena: Rosario Islands and Playa Blanca Excursion with Snorkeling or Aquarium

Cartagena: Rosario Islands Excursion with Snorkeling or Aquarium

$73
per adult
Cartagena: Rosario Islands Excursion with Snorkeling or Aquarium
Cartagena Jet Ski Adventure with Optional Drone Video

Cartagena Jet Ski Adventure with Optional Drone Video

$60
per adult
Cartagena Jet Ski Adventure with Optional Drone Video
Boat Tour of 5 Must See Points in the Rosario Islands with Lunch

5 Stop Boat Tour Rosario Islands with Lunch, Forts, & Snorkeling

$70
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
5 Stop Boat Tour Rosario Islands with Lunch, Forts, & Snorkeling
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An aerial view of a makeshift bridge over a deep ravine with people crossing.

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