Ethnic Thematic Hotel

3.0 star property
Pet-friendly Cartagena hotel connected to the convention centre, a quick walk to Clock Tower

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed, City View
Superior Room
Superior Room | Bathroom
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Located in Cartagena's Walled City, the Ethnic Thematic Hotel offers genuine Colombian hospitality. Guests enjoy a freshly cooked-to-order breakfast before exploring historic surroundings. In-room WiFi, tour assistance, and attentive concierge services ensure a hassle-free stay.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$105
20 Oct - 21 Oct

Room options

Available filters for rooms
Showing 5 of 5 rooms

Standard Quadruple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Digital channels
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Economy Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Digital channels
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 6 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, City View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Digital channels
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 12 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Private bathroom
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
Located on the top floor
In-room safe
  • 12 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Digital channels
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 6 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Map
Calle 1ra de Badillo, con Calle de la Moneda Esquina #7-10, Cartagena, Cartagena de Indias, 130001

What's nearby

  • Clock Tower - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Cartagena de Indias Convention Center - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Walls of Cartagena - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • San Felipe de Barajas Castle - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Bocagrande Beach - 3 min drive - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Cartagena (CTG-Rafael Núñez Intl.) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪San Valentín Restaurante Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Pezetarian - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Buena Vida - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Candé - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Ethnic Thematic Hotel

Hotel near Clock Tower
Located close to Plaza de San Diego and Plaza de Bolívar, Ethnic Thematic Hotel provides free cooked-to-order breakfast. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Smoke-free property, concierge services and tour/ticket information
  • A front desk safe
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Ethnic Thematic Hotel have comforts, such as air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and safes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Showers and free toiletries
  • 40-inch Smart TVs with digital channels

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM

Conveniences

  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 22 steps to reach entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 floor
  • Built in 2019
  • Colonial architecture
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch smart TV with digital channels

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: COP 60000
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Sunday - Sunday (9:00 AM - 6:30 PM) and Sunday - Sunday (10:00 PM - 5:30 AM)
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your passport after booking

Access methods

Access code, staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay for free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total (up to 8 kg per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 4 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room; children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • You may be required to pay VAT (19%) at the property. Non-resident travellers who pay using a foreign card or bank transfer and present a valid passport and tourist visa may be exempt from value-added tax (19%) on tourist package bookings (accommodation plus other travel service).

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Early check-in fee: COP 60000 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number 71251

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
If you are travelling with a child, your property may require you to present the following documents: parents travelling into Colombia with a child under 18 may be required to present the child's birth certificate and photo ID (passport for non-Colombian citizens) at check-in. If a relative or legal guardian is travelling into Colombia with the child, that relative or legal guardian may be required to present a notarised consent of travel signed by both parents and a copy of both parents' ID. If only one parent is travelling into Colombia with the child, that parent may be required to present a notarised consent of travel signed by the other parent. Visitors who plan to travel with children should consult with a Colombian consulate office prior to travel for further guidance.

Property is also known as

Ethnic Thematic Hotel Hotel
Ethnic Thematic Hotel Cartagena
Ethnic Thematic Hotel Hotel Cartagena

Frequently asked questions

Is Ethnic Thematic Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 8 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Ethnic Thematic Hotel?

As of 21 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ethnic Thematic Hotel on 20 Oct 2025 start from NZ$105.43, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Ethnic Thematic Hotel?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Ethnic Thematic Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in is available for a fee of COP 60000 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Ethnic Thematic Hotel?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is Ethnic Thematic Hotel located?

Located in Cartagena Walled City, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Clock Tower and Plaza de San Diego. Plaza de Bolívar and Palacio de la Inquisicion are also within 10 minutes.

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Ethnic Thematic Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 94 out of 208 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 58 out of 208 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 26 out of 208 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 208 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 208 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything it was a nice hotel
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenny

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I can’t remember her name but she checked me and was amazing My overall experience was a 10/10
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

keneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
security was great
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is very clean, safe, and convenient to stores, dining, and nightlife.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

JUAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Location was amazing everything within foot steps of the hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was comfortable and convenient
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Faheem

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The hotel's location is perfect and central to restaurants, convenient stores, massage places, clothing stores, etc.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Benji

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and convenient place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teddy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel staff are friendly. The rooms are nice and clean. From the balcony, you have a nice view of the action on the street near the clock. The locked door and camera seem to be helpful. The police are usually always in the area as well. I had a great visit and will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Christoph Max Gerhard

more a Hostel than a Hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Albert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel had an excellent breakfast at a sister restaurant a short walk away. Also provided pool and beach services at their sister hotel in Bocagrande.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Love the stay

8/10 Good

Zachary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Easy check in and out central location
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is more than perfect love it, be back and will stay again
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alpha

They are nice and location is great no problem first time I went there my room was very small I complain about it letting my room without no problem and they always smiling for the customer they are very nice it good place to stay clean and nice thanks I'm expecting to visit again at the same place
Stayed 27 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

E.FROM NOLA

THE LOCATION IS GREAT AND EVERYONE AT THE FRONT DESK ARE GREAT. THE ROOM SERVICE IS THE BEST.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

roderick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 Love This Hotel💯💪
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Teddy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I would stay again in the king suite.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mustafa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good location... a bit noisy but that comes with the location
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
My favorite place to stay inside the Walled City! Rooms are clean, staff is pleasant and helpful, and everything you need is within walking distance.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael Marques

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Only 10 rooms
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
location and great staff
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Elrie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was nice
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yoneko

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This hotel is close to everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to tourist attraction
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024