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.

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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
Market place in Cartagena for traditional tourist souvenirs.

San Diego

San Diego is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by House of Gabriel Garcia Marquez and Las Bovedas while in the area.

San Diego
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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
$169 nightly
The price is $169 total per night from Dec 8 to Dec 9
$169 total
Dec 8 - Dec 9
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! (1,281 reviews)
One of my favorite places to stay in Cartagena. Rooms are always clean, perfect location, and the staff are wonderful.

Reviewed on Dec 2, 2025

Hilton Cartagena
ibis Cartagena Marbella

ibis Cartagena Marbella

3 out of 5
Avenida Santander #47-90 Cartagena Bolivar
$60 nightly
The price is $60 total per night from Dec 21 to Dec 22
$60 total
Dec 21 - Dec 22
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! (1,005 reviews)
Great

Reviewed on Dec 3, 2025

ibis Cartagena Marbella
Hyatt Regency Cartagena

Hyatt Regency Cartagena

4.5 out of 5
Carrera 1 No 12-118 Cartagena CO
$191 nightly
The price is $191 total per night from Dec 11 to Dec 12
$191 total
Dec 11 - Dec 12
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! (1,432 reviews)
We had an enjoyable stay at the Hyatt Cartagena. It’s well located and has beautiful views. The staff were very nice and attentive.

Reviewed on Nov 30, 2025

Hyatt Regency Cartagena
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (600 reviews)
The hotel was exactly as described. Housekeeping didnt go once to deliver towels, change sheets or touch up the room until the final day I was there, but I was already about to check out. The ladies at the downstairs restaurant weren’t the friendliest, but the staff on the rooftop restaurant were ...

Reviewed on Dec 3, 2025

Bondo Estudio
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! (134 reviews)
Our stay was very good, and the highlight was the extraordinary effort of the staff, for a variety of reasons. The most significant was the city water was shut down for 18 hours and the staff made every effort to minimize the major inconvenience.

Reviewed on Dec 1, 2025

Soy Local Centro Historico
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
1164
5 - Excellent 65%
4 - Good
506
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.

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