Cartagena Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Cartagena
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Where to stay in Cartagena

Ayala Center featuring modern architecture

Cartagena Walled City

5/5(14 area reviews)

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

Cartagena Walled City
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Bocagrande

4/5(10 area reviews)

Bocagrande is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Rio Cartagena Casino and Bocagrande Beach, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Cartagena.

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Cartagena Centro

Unique features of Cartagena Centro include the museums and historical sites. Make a stop by Cartagena Cathedral or Plaza Santo Domingo while you're exploring the area.

Cartagena Centro
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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.

Getsemani
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La Boquilla

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to La Boquilla. A stop by La Boquilla Beach or Las Americas International Convention Center might round out your trip.

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El Laguito

5/5(2 area reviews)

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.

El Laguito
Hilton Cartagena
Hilton Cartagena
4.5 out of 5
Avenida Almirante Brion, El Laguito, Cartagena
The price is NZ$255 per night from 28 July to 29 July
NZ$255
28 July - 29 July
Stay at this 4.5-star 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! (1,077 reviews)
"The service at the restaurant was great. Waiters were very attentive."

Reviewed on 4 Jul. 2025

Hilton Cartagena
Hyatt Regency Cartagena
Hyatt Regency Cartagena
4.5 out of 5
Carrera 1 No 12-118, Cartagena, CO
The price is NZ$293 per night from 29 July to 30 July
NZ$293
29 July - 30 July
Stay at this 4.5-star 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! (1,325 reviews)
"Great customer service, front desk personnel on top of everything. Housekeeping perfect. 10/10"

Reviewed on 4 Jul. 2025

Hyatt Regency Cartagena
Dreams Karibana Cartagena Golf & Spa Resort - All Inclusive
Dreams Karibana Cartagena Golf & Spa Resort - All Inclusive
4 out of 5
Anillo Vial, Km 12, between Manzanillo, del Mar and Punta Canoa, Cartagena, Bolivar
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$510 per night from 15 July to 16 July
NZ$510
15 July - 16 July
Stay at this 4-star beach property in Cartagena. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free valet parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (853 reviews)
"Our first family vacation after having our first baby was a success here at Dreams in Cartagena. The service was the best part of it all. All staff was very friendly. The premier lounge and spa teams were the most helpful for us. The premier lounge team was always there to assist with our needs. ..."

Reviewed on 30 Jun. 2025

Dreams Karibana Cartagena Golf & Spa Resort - All Inclusive
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
Stay at this 3.5-star beach aparthotel in Cartagena. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (467 reviews)
"I had a great week at bondo. Everyone was helpful and kind. The room was beyond my expectations. No issues at all. Food was good and rooftop is perfect."

Reviewed on 6 Jul. 2025

Bondo Estudio
Martinique Cartagena by HostPro
Martinique Cartagena by HostPro
3 out of 5
16-21 Cl. 20, Cartagena, Bolívar
Stay at this 3-star condo in Cartagena. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Clock Tower and Bocagrande Beach are located ...
7.6/10 Good! (6 reviews)
"Nice place"

Reviewed on 17 Jun. 2025

Martinique Cartagena by HostPro
U-GO Edificio Murano Elite, Bocagrande
U-GO Edificio Murano Elite, Bocagrande
4 out of 5
Bocagrande, Cra. 1 #11-80, 1179 Cra. 1, Cartagena, Bolívar
Stay at this 4-star beach apartment in Cartagena. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (128 reviews)
"The apartment was amazing! Spectacular views!"

Reviewed on 2 Jul. 2025

U-GO Edificio Murano Elite, Bocagrande
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

4.4
Top destination
5 - Excellent
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3 - Okay
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3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

I loved the old buildings and Spanish design.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Such a lively colourful place with so many food options to choose from and great day trips. Plenty to do

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Cartagena is unique! Love the old buildings. Colourful houses.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

We absolutely LOVED this place! Definitely stay within the walled city and have a horse and cart ride! Definitely recommend going to Resturant 1621, the food and service was outstanding ♥️

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Is a beautiful city whit great architecture and amazing people 

1/5 - Terrible

Verified traveller

Poor customer service. They don’t offer an experience in their hotel. It’s a disaster. They’re interested in your money. That’s all. They never said sorry about our bad experience at encanto island and it was very expensive.