Hotel Altamar

3.0 star property
Hotel in Cartagena with free breakfast and fitness centre

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Hotel Altamar in El Bosque offers a true retreat. Start with a continental breakfast, then relax in the sauna or steam room. Enjoy regional specialties at the on-site restaurant. The outdoor pool area features sun loungers and umbrellas for afternoon comfort.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Breakfast included
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Standard Double Room Single Use

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
Minibar
Cable channels
Located on the top floor
In-room safe
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
Minibar
Cable channels
Located on the top floor
In-room safe
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
Minibar
Cable channels
Located on the top floor
In-room safe
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Superior Double Room Single Use

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
Minibar
Cable channels
Located on the top floor
In-room safe
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Queen Bed

Superior Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
Minibar
Cable channels
Located on the top floor
In-room safe
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Superior Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
Minibar
Cable channels
Located on the top floor
In-room safe
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Suite

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
Minibar
Cable channels
Located on the top floor
  • 80 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Family Duplex

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
Minibar
Cable channels
  • 90 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 King Beds

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About the area

Map
El Bosque,Transversal 54 No. 21B-57, Cartagena, Bolivar, 130001

What's nearby

  • Port of Cartagena - 7 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Cartagena de Indias Convention Center - 11 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Clock Tower - 11 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Bocagrande Beach - 14 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Castillo Grande Beach - 18 min drive - 10.3 km

Getting around

  • Cartagena (CTG-Rafael Núñez Intl.) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pleyclub night - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Santa Cruz - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Nuevo Leung Yuen - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪La Picúa - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Hotel Altamar

Hotel near Bocagrande Beach
You can look forward to free continental breakfast, a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services at Hotel Altamar. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or the steam room. The on-site Regional cuisine restaurant, Fogon de Altamar, offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. In addition to a gym and a business centre, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self-parking
  • A front desk safe, a ballroom and a 24-hour front desk
  • Meeting rooms, a banquet hall and a lift
Room features
All 56 rooms offer comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and safes.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and showers
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, daily housekeeping and desks

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free covered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Fogon de Altamar

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 1:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast
Rollaway/extra beds are available for COP 60000 per night.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

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

  • Rollaway bed fee: COP 60000 per night

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
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

We should mention

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.
Pool access available from 9:30 AM to 7:00 PM

Property is also known as

Hotel Altamar Cartagena
Hotel Altamar
Altamar Cartagena
Hotel Altamar Hotel
Hotel Altamar Cartagena
Hotel Altamar Hotel Cartagena

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Altamar have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Pool access is from 9:30 AM to 7:00 PM.

Is Hotel Altamar pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Hotel Altamar?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hotel Altamar?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Hotel Altamar?

Checkout is at 1:00 PM.

Where is Hotel Altamar located?

Located in El Bosque, this hotel is within 3 miles (5 km) of Nuevo Bosque Softball Stadium, Port of Cartagena and Cartagena de Indias Cruise Terminal. Mercado Bazurto and Caribe Plaza are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Hotel Altamar Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 54 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 54 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 54 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 54 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 54 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Vanessa

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Tuve una experiencia desagradable, desde la recepción pésimo servicio al cliente. El mal olor y las Cucarachas en la habitación era tal que no logré dormir en toda la noche, el aire acondicionado no funcionó. al parecer me dieron la peor de las habitaciones así que decidí hacer un video y fotos para evitar que futuros viajeros pasen por lo mismo. Espero que Expedia saque este hotel que no tiene nada bueno que ofrecer.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Isaac

Todo bien, solo los alrededores, pero es una zona industrial, no es peligroso.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

GABRIEL

Liked: Staff & service

Medio

Localização setor industrial, chuveiro somente frio. Quarto de frente ao corredor principal, todos que passavam e faziam qualquer barulho, se escutava.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maigualida

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Súper nice
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

JOSE J

Liked: Amenities
No phone in room, fridge had to be requested, internet connection was absent at times, and when available signal was very week.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

marcos

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Mala comida, mala ubicación..:

Comida incluida… pero echada a perder… fruta pasada y con hongos. Pésima ubicación
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excelente
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

David Andrés

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excelente para permanecer sin salir. Muy bueno para personas que vienen a trabajar temporalmente. En el sector industrial y portuario de cartagena.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not what it used to be

I stayed here a couple of years ago and the place was really nice now its starting to become a run down building and the maintenance is lacking. The handle cover was missing, no mirror on the door and a bunch of little things. The overall building was subpar. I wont be coming back here anytime soon.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

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

A true find

Beautiful hotel, amazing breakfast, accommodating staff
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

2/10 Terrible

Mariama

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
DO NOT STAY HERE. NO HOT WATER AND THEY REFUSED TO GIVE ME A REFUND. MY 1ST TIME IN CARTAGENA AND THIS PLACE RUINED MY VACATION. TOWELS WERE STAINED, I USED MY TRAVEL TOWEL. THE REFRIGERATOR IS SO DIRTY OR RUSTED. THEY NEVER HAD BASIC HOT DRINKS THE 2TIMES I WENT DOWN THERE FOR BREAKFAST. ON CHECK IN, YOU WON'T GET NO INFORMATION ABOUT LOCATION OF BREAKFAST AND WIFI . I NEEDED THE WI-FI WHEN MY MINUTES RAN OUT, AND IT DID NOT WORK IN THE ROOM. NO ENGLISH SPEAKERS AND IT'S FAR FROM THE TOURIST AREA. THEY CHARGE SOME RANDOM FEE CALL INSURANCE WHEN YOU GET TO THE FACILITY. I DO NOT RECOMMEND THIS PLACE!!!

4/10 Poor

Antonio, Opa Locka

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Probably I wasn't in my best day of luck, but let me share an advise. If you ever get to a place to find a toilet plunger next to the toilet, air condition faulty, light in the bathroom RM304 drops when the room door is closed; don't think mayhen is coming, you're already there. At first glance the facilty looks really nice, but when you get the feeling of the stay on few details maintenance staff obviously overlooks, the feeling isn't the best. And then, the staff specially the restaurant staff has a first place in disregard for customer service, or perhaps was just personal.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Melany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Super todo
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bien
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Milton, Miami

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Gente muy amable y súper rápido en servicio del restaurante
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Staff & service
The location of the hotel, it is very dangerous! In the report on the picture's shown are not very accurate
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
The only con to the hotel is that it lacks hot water when you take a shower and it's outside of the tourist area.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

YULY

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

Totalmente Recomendado!!!!

Excelente servicio, la ubicación no es cerca a las playas, es mas en la zona centro de Cartagena, pero el servicio y la atención del personal es excelente.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018

8/10 Good

CARLOS

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

IDEAL PARA FAMILIAS

EL HOTEL ESTA MUY LIMPIO Y TIENE MUCHOAS SERVICIOS. ESTA SITUADO EN UNA ZONA ALEJADA DEL CENTRO HISTORICO Y OTRAS ATRACCIONES TURISTICA. EL TRATO CON LOS EMPLEADOS ERA CORRECTO, ALGUNAS VECES NO ARREGLABAN LA HABITACION HASTA LA TARDE.

6/10 Okay

SILVIO

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Verifique o bairro antes de reservar . Custo baixo

O Hotel é novo . A estrutura é boa . O café da manhã é ruim . A localização é péssima . Não possui água quente

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Hotel confortable

El hotel es tal cual se muestra en las fotografías, cómodo, limpio, acogedor. El único detalle es que se sitúa lejos de la zona turística.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2017

8/10 Good

Jose

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

Buen hotel

Buen hotel, muy limpio y nuevo. El sector es alejado de la parte turística pero yo iba de trabajo y esta relativamente cerca a Mamonal.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2017

2/10 Terrible

Yuliana

Disliked: Staff & service

DO NOT STAY IN THIS HOTEL...I'M WARNING YOU!

I went to Colombia last week and visited four different cities, in which every hotel was better than the other one, until I arrived to my final destination Cartagena and stayed in Hotel Altamar, then my nightmare began. First, I arrived at night, so tired after a long trip and the front desk guy did not found my reservation. I had to leave my baggage at the lobby and go to eat something while He look for my reservation. An hour after, He still not find it, then He has to do a manual transaction and told me to give me the details the day after in the morning. We went to the room and everything seemed ok! Next morning, I was so excited to get my complimentary breakfast, believe me, you better go to a a cafeteria, the worse breakfast I had ever have in a hotel. We left the hotel to take a tour and put the "Do not disturb in the door." When I got back, all my things were moved and they did enter in the bedroom even thought I asked to not. Then I went to take a shower and they did not leave any towel in the bedroom at all and did not refill or replace the shampoo or conditioner o soup. Now, the beds are ok but you will have a backache after two days. The last and worst is that THEY CHARGE YOU IVA (TAXES) which is illegal for tourist to be charge taxes in Colombia. Yes, you do have the option to request the devolution of these taxes at the airport, but YOU CAN'T BE OBLIGATED TO PAY IVA IF YOU DON'T RESIDE IN COLOMBIA OR HAVE OTHER CITIZENSHIP. Please save yourself having a bad time
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

anthony

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

Foreign couple

Comida de desayuno basico pero en tipo buffet, fue muy rica cada día. Siempre limpia cada parte del hotel, banos, gymnasio, testaurante y piscina y el servicio fue excelente, los trabajadores nos ayudaron con todo y dieron consejos buenos sobre cosas turísticas. Aunque es muy lejos del centro histórico un taxi solo cuesta 12000 pesos.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2017

8/10 Good

Linda

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

Buen hotel

El hotel muy cómodo, para viajes de trabajo o académicos
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017