Cartagena Travel Guide

Tourist 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.

Our guide on where to stay in Cartagena

Find the best Cartagena areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A coastal cityscape with a prominent cathedral and modern skyscrapers.

Cartagena Walled City

Cartagena Walled City is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Clock Tower and Bolivar Square while you're in town.

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

Getsemani

Travellers 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 Plaza Bocagrande Commercial Center and Bocagrande Beach, 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 pristine beaches and ample 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

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

GHL Corales de Indias

GHL Corales de Indias

4 out of 5
Carrera 1 No. 62-198 Cartagena Bolivar
The price is NZ$238 per night from 6 July to 7 July
NZ$238
6 July - 7 July
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Cartagena. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,001 reviews)
"The breakfast buffet was very nice. O did not use any of the amenities this trip. The staff is friendly abd helpful. I stay here every time I visit Cartagena."

Reviewed on 3 July 2026

GHL Corales de Indias
Hilton Cartagena

Hilton Cartagena

4.5 out of 5
Avenida Almirante Brion, El Laguito Cartagena
The price is NZ$357 per night from 9 July to 10 July
NZ$357
9 July - 10 July
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 rooms ...
Hilton Cartagena
OZ Hotel Collection

OZ Hotel Collection

4.5 out of 5
6-164 Carrera 2 Cartagena
The price is NZ$196 per night from 16 July to 17 July
NZ$196
16 July - 17 July
Stay at this luxury hotel in Cartagena. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Bocagrande Beach and Castillo Grande Beach ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (581 reviews)
"Breakfast"

Reviewed on 1 July 2026

OZ Hotel Collection
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Bondo Hometel

Bondo Hometel

3.5 out of 5
Barrio Marbella Carrera 2A #49-60 Cartagena BolĆ­var
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Cartagena. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (857 reviews)
"The staff were respectful and attentive. The beach view is beautiful especially from the rooftop."

Reviewed on 2 July 2026

Bondo Hometel
Cartagena Beach Resort

Cartagena Beach Resort

4 out of 5
67-77 Cra. 7 Cartagena BolĆ­var
Stay at this apartment in Cartagena. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and a garden. Popular attractions Marbella Beach and Clock Tower are located ...
7.8/10 Good! (39 reviews)
"Clean room"

Reviewed on 25 June 2026

Cartagena Beach Resort
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 Wi-Fi, 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 13 July 2025

U-GO Baia Kristal. Oasis en Cartagena
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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 holiday is part of your travel plans, Bocagrande Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Cartagena. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
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Activities

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

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

NZ$119
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Cartagena Island Hopping: 5-Stop Rosario Islands Tour with Lunch
Full-Day Volcano of Totumo

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

NZ$101
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Full-Day Volcano of Totumo With Lunch, 5 pools and priĢvate Bach
Cartagena ATV Tour

Cartagena ATV Tour

NZ$194
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Cartagena ATV Tour
Cartagena, CO: Sunset Skyline Bay Tour on a Pirate Boat + Drinks

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

NZ$81
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Cartagena, CO: Sunset Skyline Bay Tour on a Pirate Boat + Drinks
Boat Tour of 5 Must See Points in the Rosario Islands with Lunch

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

NZ$119
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
5 Stop Boat Tour Rosario Islands with Lunch, Forts, & Snorkeling
Party Bus Tour

Party Bus Tour

NZ$34
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Party Bus Tour
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An aerial view of a makeshift bridge over a deep ravine with people crossing.

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