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.
Aerial View of the modern Skyline of Cartagena de Indias in Colombia on the Caribbean coast of South America. Bocagrande district panorama.
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.

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 Rio Cartagena Casino and Plaza Bocagrande Commercial Center, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Cartagena.

A city skyline with tall buildings reflecting on a calm body of water during sunset.

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.
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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.

OZ Hotel Collection

OZ Hotel Collection

4.5 out of 5
6-164 Carrera 2 Cartagena
The price is NZ$181 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
NZ$181
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Stay at this luxury hotel in Cartagena. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Bocagrande Beach and Clock Tower are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (800 reviews)
"La seƱora Karen hace un aseo genial y el personal es muy amable"

Reviewed on 4 Oct 2026

OZ Hotel Collection
Sofitel BarĆŗ Cartagena

Sofitel BarĆŗ Cartagena

5 out of 5
KM 7 Sector, Porto Nao Cartagena BolĆ­var
The price is NZ$577 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
NZ$577
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Stay at this luxury hotel in Cartagena. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 5 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (816 reviews)
"We had the most incredible time at Sofitel. The staff were incredibly friendly and helpful, the resort is the perfect place to just stop and relax. It's not too big but the perfect size to make the most of it. They also offer activities throughout the day, we did a pizza making class free of charge. ..."

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2026

Sofitel BarĆŗ Cartagena
Mood Matuna Hotel Cartagena

Mood Matuna Hotel Cartagena

3 out of 5
Cra. 9a #32, La Matuna Cartagena BolĆ­var
The price is NZ$163 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
NZ$163
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cartagena. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Popular attractions Clock Tower and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (582 reviews)
"The breakfast is very very light Bad service and a very very small buffet. No espresso. We are in Colombia !!! Come on !coffee is important . Espresso machines are cheap now ! I want to pay for my good coffee but please buy a machine."

Reviewed on 2 Oct 2026

Mood Matuna Hotel Cartagena
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Bondo Hometel

Bondo Hometel

3.5 out of 5
Barrio Marbella Carrera 2A #49-60 Cartagena BolĆ­var
Stay at this aparthotel in Cartagena. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Bondo Hometel
Soy Local Centro Historico

Soy Local Centro Historico

3 out of 5
Avenida Escallon Diagonal 35 # 34-63 Cartagena
Stay at this business-friendly apartment in Cartagena. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (202 reviews)
"Everything was excellent"

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2026

Soy Local Centro Historico
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 Clock Tower and Port of Cartagena are located ...
8/10 Very good! (83 reviews)
"Very nice hotel within a block and a half from the airport therefore you can walk there no cabinets necessary located in an area with lots of shops and restaurants very good value for the money"

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2026

Cartagena Beach Resort
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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

Enjoy a beautiful sunset

Luxury Cartagena Sunset Pirate ship Adventure, Cannon Show&Drinks

NZ$96
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Luxury Cartagena Sunset Pirate ship Adventure, Cannon Show&Drinks
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Freedom Tour of Palenque

NZ$192
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Freedom Tour of Palenque
Cartagena Island Hopping: 5-Stop Rosario Islands Tour with Lunch

Cartagena 5 Island Hop Tour: Lunch, Snorkel, Beach Clubs, & More

NZ$122
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Cartagena 5 Island Hop Tour: Lunch, Snorkel, Beach Clubs, & More
Full-Day Volcano of Totumo

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

NZ$105
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Full-Day Volcano of Totumo With Lunch, 5 pools and priĢvate Bach
Cartagena: Rosario Islands and Playa Blanca Excursion with Snorkeling or Aquarium

Cartagena: Rosario Islands and Playa Blanca Excursion with Snorkeling or Aquarium

NZ$137
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Cartagena: Rosario Islands and Playa Blanca Excursion with Snorkeling or Aquarium
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Cartagena: BaruĢ€ Island Playa Blanca with Lunch

NZ$57
per adult
Cartagena: BaruĢ€ Island Playa Blanca with Lunch
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