Tierra Bomba Island Vacations from $538

friendly staff and clean rooms

Casa del Arzobispado is a stunning boutique hotel in Cartagena’s old city, full of charm and history. My room had beautiful stone walls and a vaulted ceiling, and the restaurant was excellent for breakfast and dinner. But the true highlight was the spa — and especially Liceth, the massage therapist. Her skill is unbelievable; every session left me completely relaxed. She truly has “magic hands.” I’d return to Cartagena just to stay here and book more massages with her!

Casa Carolina is a beautiful boutique hotel in the heart of Cartagena’s Old City. The location is unbeatable—you can walk everywhere and never need an Uber. With only 15 rooms, it feels like staying in a private home, and the pool is gorgeous. The staff and service were amazing—truly one of the highlights of our stay. A few things to note: the wellness-style menu is healthy but doesn’t offer many snack options. Street performers outside (especially drummers) can be very loud at night, though they’re usually gone by 11 PM. At checkout, they asked for a 10% tip on the entire stay, which felt a little uncomfortable—we only tipped on food and beverage. Overall, the pros far outweigh the cons. We would definitely stay again for the location, the charm, and the incredible staff.