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Hyatt Regency Cartagena

Hyatt Regency Cartagena

4.5 out of 5
Carrera 1 No 12-118 Cartagena CO
Fully refundable
The price is NZ$318 per night from 2 June to 3 June
NZ$318
2 June - 3 June
Stay at this luxury hotel in Cartagena. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 4 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,476 reviews)
"It is a fantastic hotel"

Reviewed on 21 May 2026

Hyatt Regency Cartagena
OZ Hotel Collection

OZ Hotel Collection

3.5 out of 5
6-164 Carrera 2 Cartagena
The price is NZ$164 per night from 15 June to 16 June
NZ$164
15 June - 16 June
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cartagena. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Bocagrande Beach and Clock Tower ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (482 reviews)
"Good and complete breakfast."

Reviewed on 22 May 2026

OZ Hotel Collection
Hilton Cartagena

Hilton Cartagena

4.5 out of 5
Avenida Almirante Brion, El Laguito Cartagena
The price is NZ$326 per night from 15 June to 16 June
NZ$326
15 June - 16 June
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
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Bondo Hometel

Bondo Hometel

3.5 out of 5
Barrio Marbella Carrera 2A #49-60 Cartagena Bolívar
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! (807 reviews)
"Really enjoyed the music and mojitos on the rooftop bar. Also try the fish and crab empanadas."

Reviewed on 22 May 2026

Bondo Hometel
Cartagena Beach Resort

Cartagena Beach Resort

4 out of 5
67-77 Cra. 7 Cartagena Bolívar
Stay at this apartment in Cartagena. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and a garden. Popular attractions Clock Tower and Bocagrande Beach are located ...
8/10 Very Good! (28 reviews)
"This room was super clean and nice. This room especially is in front of the beach. You can go outside and enjoy on the balcony. Also the all property is secure and brand new. I really loved. I will comeback."

Reviewed on 16 May 2026

Cartagena Beach Resort
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (163 reviews)
"Muy buen servicio, la habitación estaba limpia y ordenada, las imágenes son fieles a las que se publican en el sitio. Muy cerca del centro histórico y muelle"

Reviewed on 22 May 2026

Soy Local Centro Historico
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Popular places to visit

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Bocagrande Beach

4.5/5(6 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.

Bocagrande Beach
Carribean landscape on Isla Grande, Rosario Archipelago, Colombia, South America

Isla Grande Beach

3.5/5(3 reviews)

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Isla Grande Beach during your travels in Rosario Islands? You can seek out the snorkelling spots in this relaxing area.

Isla Grande Beach
Cartagena de Indias Convention Center "Julio César Turbay Ayala" reflected in the water

Cartagena de Indias Convention Center

4.5/5(3 reviews)

Learn about the events happening in Cartagena de Indias Convention Center during your trip to Cartagena. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or seek out the local tours.

Cartagena de Indias Convention Center
View to Torre de Reloj

Clock Tower

4.5/5(9 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Cartagena when you stop by Clock Tower. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or seek out the local tours.

Clock Tower
Cartagena Colombia entrance gate

Walls of Cartagena

4/5(4 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Cartagena with a stop at Walls of Cartagena. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Walls of Cartagena
Espectáculo delfines oceanario islas del rosario de cartagena colombia america

Rosario Islands Oceanarium

Make time to visit the sea animals who live in Rosario Islands Oceanarium during your travels in Rosario Islands. Amble around this relaxing area's beaches or seek out the snorkelling spots.

Rosario Islands Oceanarium

Activities

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

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

NZ$117
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Cartagena Island Hopping: 5-Stop Rosario Islands Tour with Lunch
Cartagena ATV Tour

Cartagena ATV Tour

NZ$193
per adult
94% 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$80
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Cartagena, CO: Sunset Skyline Bay Tour on a Pirate Boat + Drinks
Full-Day Volcano of Totumo

Full-Day Volcano of Totumo With Lunch, 5 pools and prívate Bach

NZ$101
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Full-Day Volcano of Totumo With Lunch, 5 pools and prívate Bach
Boat Tour of 5 Must See Points in the Rosario Islands with Lunch

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

NZ$117
per adult
80% 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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