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Our top choices for Santa Clara hotels

A sunset view from an airport terminal with a clear sky and clouds reflected on the ground.

1. Hotel Avenida Buenos Aires

Hotel Avenida Buenos Aires
3.0 star property
2.5 km from Santa Clara
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (66 reviews)
"Nice Hotel!"
United States
Christoph Max Gerhard
The price is NZ$88
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Hotel Avenida Buenos Aires
A beach with wooden lounge chairs, a thatched roof, and a view of a city skyline across the water.

2. Hotel Fenix Beach Cartagena

Hotel Fenix Beach Cartagena
4.0 star property
4.7 km from Santa Clara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (689 reviews)
"If you just want to lay on a beach and recharge, this is the place for you! The room was pristine, and the staff was super friendly and accommodating"
United States
Ana
The price is NZ$260
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Hotel Fenix Beach Cartagena
A modern interior with large windows offering a city view, multiple seating areas, and a wooden floor.

3. Holiday Inn Express Cartagena Manga by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Cartagena Manga by IHG
3.5 star property
Manga, 4.3 km from Santa Clara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (301 reviews)
"Breakfast is great, quiet, clean and very kind staff. Thank you!"
United States
José
The price is NZ$168
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Holiday Inn Express Cartagena Manga by IHG
A clear infinity pool with a glass barrier, lounge chairs, umbrellas, and a view of the ocean.

4. Faranda Collection Cartagena, a member of Radisson Individuals

Faranda Collection Cartagena, a member of Radisson Individuals
3.0 star property
La Boquilla, 8.9 km from Santa Clara
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (198 reviews)
"Delicious breakfast and everyone was helpful Everything was close by 10 min from all the activities in Cartagena beach was walking distance"
United States
Gabriela
The price is NZ$238
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Faranda Collection Cartagena, a member of Radisson Individuals
A modern bar area with a long counter, seating along the wall, and a large window offering a view of the city.

5. Hotel OZ Grand

Hotel OZ Grand
3.5 star property
Bocagrande, 6.3 km from Santa Clara
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"I liked that the property was in a good location the staff was very helpful and the breakfast was very good"
United States
Lyneal
The price is NZ$135
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Hotel OZ Grand
An aerial view of a resort with a large swimming pool, palm trees, and a beach.

6. Hotel Dann Cartagena

Hotel Dann Cartagena
4.0 star property
El Laguito, 6.7 km from Santa Clara
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,222 reviews)
"Front beach access and close to everything."
United States
Miguel
The price is NZ$245
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Hotel Dann Cartagena
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a city skyline view, and a wooden ceiling structure.

7. Wyndham Garden Cartagena

Wyndham Garden Cartagena
3.5 star property
Urbanizacion Eliana, 7.1 km from Santa Clara
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,386 reviews)
"All was good, many thanks…"
United States
Miguel Angel
The price is NZ$201
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Wyndham Garden Cartagena
A restaurant with high ceilings, pendant lighting, and a mural on the wall. Tables and chairs are arranged for dining.

8. ibis Cartagena Marbella

ibis Cartagena Marbella
3.0 star property
Marbella, 6.9 km from Santa Clara
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,004 reviews)
"Friendly staff members!"
United States
Manny
The price is NZ$111
12 Dec - 13 Dec
ibis Cartagena Marbella
A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and a bar, overlooking a cityscape.

9. OZ Hotel Collection

OZ Hotel Collection
4.5 star property
Bocagrande, 6.3 km from Santa Clara
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (881 reviews)
"great stay"
United States
jhon
The price is NZ$189
22 Nov - 23 Nov
OZ Hotel Collection
A deck with lounge chairs and sun loungers, a pool, and a view of the ocean.

10. Hotel Summer Frente Al Mar

Hotel Summer Frente Al Mar
3.0 star property
8.3 km from Santa Clara
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (671 reviews)
"Good hotel, good location and good food! A solid option"
United Kingdom
Will
The price is NZ$167
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Hotel Summer Frente Al Mar
A balcony with a view of the sunset over the ocean, furnished with lounge chairs and a small table.

11. Radisson Cartagena Ocean Pavillion Hotel

Radisson Cartagena Ocean Pavillion Hotel
4.5 star property
La Boquilla, 9 km from Santa Clara
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Very good hotel right on the beach excellent breakfast"
Canada
Aziz
The price is NZ$315
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Radisson Cartagena Ocean Pavillion Hotel
A buffet setup with various food items in clear containers, set against a wooden wall with hanging lights.

12. OZ Hotel Luxury

OZ Hotel Luxury
3.5 star property
Bocagrande, 6.3 km from Santa Clara
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Great hotel highly recommended close to everything and good breakfast"
United States
Yadira
The price is NZ$133
15 Dec - 16 Dec
OZ Hotel Luxury
A swimming pool with a blue tiled edge, surrounded by lush greenery and a blue awning.

13. Varanasi Hotel Boutique

Varanasi Hotel Boutique
3.0 star property
Crespo, 7.3 km from Santa Clara
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (644 reviews)
"Overall is worth for the price Jesus the front desk was amazing"
United States
Yexsenia
The price is NZ$170
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Varanasi Hotel Boutique
A modern infinity pool with clear blue water, lounge chairs, and a view of the ocean.

14. Hotel Las Americas Torre del Mar

Hotel Las Americas Torre del Mar
4.5 star property
La Boquilla, 8.7 km from Santa Clara
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"The hotel staff they're excellent and the room is very clean and nice."
United States
Guillermo
The price is NZ$324
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Hotel Las Americas Torre del Mar
A large bed in a hotel room with a view of the sea through large windows.

15. Hotel Regatta Cartagena

Hotel Regatta Cartagena
3.5 star property
Bocagrande, 6.4 km from Santa Clara
7.8 out of 10, Good, (781 reviews)
"Rooms are great 👍 staff was awesome 👌 bar/restaurant next to the beach ⛱️ cleanest hotel in this area"
United States
Andrew
The price is NZ$206
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Hotel Regatta Cartagena
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, palm trees, and a view of a cityscape at dusk.

16. GHL Arsenal Hotel

GHL Arsenal Hotel
4.0 star property
Getsemani, 6.4 km from Santa Clara
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"I love that the property was in walking distance to alot of restaurants and nightlife. The staff was friendly and helpful. The rooftop pool was amazing."
United States
Ronda
The price is NZ$211
15 Dec - 16 Dec
GHL Arsenal Hotel
Pool

17. Hotel Caribe by Faranda Grand, a member of Radisson Individuals

Hotel Caribe by Faranda Grand, a member of Radisson Individuals
4.0 star property
Bocagrande, 6.4 km from Santa Clara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"The hotel was amazing! The staff is great, close to the beach, multiple pools, private cabana access on the beach! The staff are very accommodating! Highly recommend"
United States
Chelsea
The price is NZ$303
3 Dec - 4 Dec
Hotel Caribe by Faranda Grand, a member of Radisson Individuals
A wooden-framed lounge area with a view of the beach and ocean.

18. Blue Apple Beach

Blue Apple Beach
3.5 star property
10.4 km from Santa Clara
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (159 reviews)
"Overall, our stay was wonderful once we arrived at the resort! The property was clean, peaceful, and incredibly relaxing. The only downside was the process of getting there, which felt a little hectic and could have been better coordinated. Communication could also be improved, particularly when it comes to troubleshooting website and access code issues and responding in a timely manner to help arrange transportation. Better communication and proactive assistance before arrival would make the...
United States
Tu
The price is NZ$361
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Blue Apple Beach
A swimming pool with a blue water slide, palm trees, and a gazebo.

19. Las Americas Casa de Playa

Las Americas Casa de Playa
4.0 star property
La Boquilla, 8.6 km from Santa Clara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Amazing place to spend your family vacations"
United States
Juliethe
The price is NZ$269
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Las Americas Casa de Playa
An outdoor dining area with thatched roof, bamboo columns, and gold chairs.

20. Hilton Cartagena

Hilton Cartagena
4.5 star property
El Laguito, 6.3 km from Santa Clara
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,539 reviews)
"Very nice hotel one of the best."
United States
Jose
The price is NZ$353
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Hilton Cartagena
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Compare top hotels in Santa Clara

A sunset view from an airport terminal with a clear sky and clouds reflected on the ground.

Hotel Avenida Buenos Aires

3.0 star property
2.5 km from Santa Clara
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A beach with wooden lounge chairs, a thatched roof, and a view of a city skyline across the water.

Hotel Fenix Beach Cartagena

4.0 star property
4.7 km from Santa Clara
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A modern interior with large windows offering a city view, multiple seating areas, and a wooden floor.

Holiday Inn Express Cartagena Manga by IHG

3.5 star property
Manga, 4.3 km from Santa Clara
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A clear infinity pool with a glass barrier, lounge chairs, umbrellas, and a view of the ocean.

Faranda Collection Cartagena, a member of Radisson Individuals

3.0 star property
La Boquilla, 8.9 km from Santa Clara
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A modern bar area with a long counter, seating along the wall, and a large window offering a view of the city.

Hotel OZ Grand

3.5 star property
Bocagrande, 6.3 km from Santa Clara
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Very good
66 reviews
8.8
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689 reviews
8.8
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301 reviews
9.2
Wonderful
198 reviews
9.2
Wonderful
1,002 reviews
The price is NZ$88
15 Nov - 16 Nov
The price is NZ$260
15 Dec - 16 Dec
The price is NZ$168
14 Dec - 15 Dec
The price is NZ$238
6 Dec - 7 Dec
The price is NZ$135
15 Dec - 16 Dec
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Our guide on where to stay in Santa Clara

Find the best Santa Clara 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 cityscape with high-rise buildings and a beach.

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 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 with historic buildings, a marina, and a prominent church tower.

Cartagena Centro

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

A narrow street with buildings on either side, a horse-drawn cart, and a prominent church tower in the background.
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San Diego

San Diego is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to House of Gabriel Garcia Marquez or Las Bovedas.

Top Santa Clara Hotel Reviews

Recent Reviews in Santa Clara

Hotel OZ Grand

Hotel OZ Grand

10/10 Excellent
"This is a really nice hotel. A very friendly and helpful staff. The property and rooms are clean. It is in a great location. The breakfast is outstanding"
Jimmy 3-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Hotel OZ Grand

Frequently asked questions

What are the best family hotels in Santa Clara?
For family-friendly accommodation in Santa Clara, Hotel Altamar is a good option.

The Hotel Altamar, with a 7.6 rating, offers a children's pool, which is ideal for families. Guests can also enjoy a complimentary continental breakfast and free self-parking, adding to the convenience. Free WiFi is available, and free toiletries are provided.
What are the best spa hotels in Santa Clara?
For a spa hotel in Santa Clara, consider the Hotel Altamar.

The Hotel Altamar, with a 7.6 rating, offers a relaxing spa experience with a steam room available for guests. Complimentary amenities include a continental breakfast, free Wi-Fi, and free self-parking. The hotel is conveniently located just 0.7 km from the Manzanillo Marina Club.
What hotels in Santa Clara offer free breakfast?
Two excellent hotels in Santa Clara that offer complimentary breakfast are Hotel Altamar and Ayenda 1801 El Oceano.

The Hotel Altamar, with a 7.6 rating, provides a free continental breakfast daily, along with free self-parking, free WiFi, and complimentary toiletries.

Another great option is the Ayenda 1801 El Oceano, which also includes a free continental breakfast. This hotel is conveniently located just 1.8 kilometres from Mercado Bazurto and offers free WiFi and complimentary toiletries.
What are the top pet-friendly hotels in Santa Clara?
For a top pet-friendly hotel in Santa Clara, consider the Hotel La Mar Cartagena.

This hotel offers a welcoming environment for pets, with a Dogs Only policy and Pets Stay Free, which is great for those travelling with their canine companions. Guests can also benefit from complimentary self-parking and free WiFi, adding to the convenience of their stay.
What are the best budget hotels in Santa Clara?
For excellent budget hotels in Santa Clara, consider the Hotel Altamar and Ayenda 1801 El Oceano.

The Hotel Altamar, with a 7.6 rating, offers a comfortable stay with complimentary self-parking, free toiletries, and free WiFi. Guests can also enjoy a free continental breakfast, ensuring a good start to the day.

Another great option is the Ayenda 1801 El Oceano. This hotel provides free self-parking, free WiFi, and a complimentary continental breakfast, along with free toiletries. It is also conveniently located just 1.8 km from Mercado Bazurto.
What are the most romantic hotels in Santa Clara for couples?
For romantic hotels in Santa Clara, consider Hotel Altamar or Ayenda 1801 El Oceano.

The Hotel Altamar, with a 7.6 rating, offers a lovely setting for couples. Guests can enjoy complimentary continental breakfast and free Wi-Fi. The hotel provides a balcony for private moments and a sauna for relaxation. It is conveniently located just 0.7 km from Manzanillo Marina Club.

Another excellent choice is the Ayenda 1801 El Oceano. This hotel also provides complimentary continental breakfast and free Wi-Fi, along with free self-parking. Many rooms feature a balcony, great for couples. It is situated 1.6 km from Manzanillo Marina Club.
When is the best time to go to Santa Clara?
The best time to go to Santa Clara is during the dry season, which runs from December to April.

During these months, you'll experience consistently sunny days and lower humidity, making it ideal for exploring the city's attractions and enjoying the Caribbean coast. Temperatures typically range from 28°C to 31°C, superb for relaxing on the beach or taking boat trips.

For those looking to avoid the busiest crowds, the shoulder months of November and May can also be a good option. While there might be a slight increase in rainfall compared to the peak dry season, you'll often find more favourable hotel rates and fewer tourists, allowing for a more serene experience.
Can I cancel my hotel reservation on Expedia?
Many Expedia hotel reservations are refundable, provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline − this is often within 24 to 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable booking, it might still be possible to receive a refund if you cancel it within 24 hours of booking. Be sure to check your booking confirmation for the exact cancellation policy. For maximum flexibility, use our 'Fully refundable property' filter during your search to find the right Santa Clara hotel for you.
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How much is the nightly rate for a hotel in Santa Clara?
Hotel prices in Santa Clara often vary, but you can find a great deal on Expedia. Different factors affect nightly hotel rates, such as the time of year or the days of the week you want to book. To find the best deals for your stay, be flexible with your dates and sort search results by 'Price: low to high' for our cheapest rates.