We have created a list with the best five star hotels in Cartagena de Indias, Colombia. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Isa Weber & Adam Hansen. Updated December 2023.
Boutique hotel.Very stylish. Great value. Casona de Colegio in Cartagena de Indias provides accommodation with a garden a terrace, an infinity pool and a bar. Located in the Historical center of Cartagena this accommodation is surrounded by several restaurants, coffee shops and bars. This hotel combines beautifully the colonial architecture and a luxurious Colombian design if the XXI Century. The property is around 100 metres from Cartagena's Gold Museum, 100 metres from Bolivar Park and 200 metres from Palace of the Inquisition. Cartagena's Walls is less than 1 km away and San Felipe de Barajas Castle is a 15-minute walk from the guest house. The rooms in the guest house are fitted with a flat-screen TV. All rooms are fitted with air conditioning, and certain rooms at Casona de Colegio have a balcony. Guest rooms will provide guests with a private bathroom.Show full description
This might be one of the most STYLISH boutique hotels in Cartagena de Indias. It also has GREAT AFFORDABILITY.
Boutique hotel.Popular among couples. Casa Pestagua Boutique Hotel is set in an impressive 18th-century aristocratic mansion belonging to the Count of Pestagua. It offers 11 exclusive suites, a rooftop hydromassage tub. Guests at Casa Pestagua can enjoy caviar, chocolate and wine. They can also book personalized tours to Cartagena, the exotic Baru Islands and to the Totumo Mud Volcano. The classical suites at Casa Pestagua are filled with antique furniture and have marble en suite bathrooms and ornamental beds. All are equipped with air conditioning, LCD TV and have free WiFi. The lavish restaurant serves fresh Caribbean cuisine and seafood dishes, while the contemporary jazz bar offers classic cocktails. An American breakfast with fresh fruits and buttered croissants is available. Casa Pestagua Hotel Spa is 30 metres from Santo Domingo square, 5,5 km from Rafael Nuñez Cartagena international airport and 100 km from Ernesto Cortissoz Airport Barranquilla airport. A convenient car rental service is available.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Delightful property. Cosy rooms. Popular among couples. Surrounded by many historic highlights within the fortified quarter of Old Cartagena, Casa La Merced by Mustique features a garden pool and a hydromassage tub. Its spacious suites offer free Wi-Fi access. This 5-star property offers air-conditioned suites with marbled floors and modern décor. All rooms come equipped with an overhead fan, minibar and safe box. Also available in the room is a cable TV. Casa La Merced by Mustique serves an American breakfast in the mornings. In the evening, the hotel’s restaurant offers a mix of local and international meals. Guests can sit and relax with a drink at the bar. The 24-hour reception desk offers rent bicycles, as well as city tours around Old Cartagena. It can also arrange water activities at sea, such as yachting, sailing, wind surfing or scuba diving classes. Casa La Merced by Mustique is just 200 metres from the colonial-style monastery of Claustro De Santo Domingo.Show full description
Based on my research this is the most beautiful, elegant and romantic five-star hotel in Cartagena de Indias. WOW!
Luxury Hotel.Luxurious.Opened July 2021. Facing the beachfront, Sofitel Barú Calablanca offers 5-star accommodation in Cartagena de Indias and features a garden, restaurant and bar. Featuring room service, this property also provides guests with a children's playground. The hotel offers an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre, evening entertainment and a kids' club. At the hotel all rooms come with air conditioning, a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen, towels and a terrace with a sea view. Each room is equipped with a coffee machine, while selected rooms will provide you with a kitchenette with a dishwasher. The units will provide guests with a wardrobe and a kettle. A buffet, continental or American breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. The area is popular for canoeing and cycling, in addition, bike hire and car hire are available at this hotel. Sofitel Barú Calablanca features amenities such as an on-site business centre, sauna and hammam. Speaking English and Spanish, staff will be happy to provide guests with practical information on the area at the reception. The nearest airport is Rafael Núñez International Airport, 35 km from the accommodation.Show full description
One of the most LUXURIOUS AND RELAXING luxury hotels in Cartagena de Indias.
Boutique hotel.Elegant. Cosy rooms. Popular among couples. Featuring an outdoor swimming pool, a restaurant, and a terrace with a lounge, Hotel Casa San Agustin offers free WiFi and Continental breakfast in Cartagena de Indias. Set in a colonial house, the property offers a meeting room and a library. Luxury linens and room service are provided. The rooms in Hotel Casa San Agustin are decorated in Colonial style, and feature an iPod docking station and LCD TV. Some rooms have views of the internal garden and others overlook the city's old streets. Guests can relax in the solarium, in the game room, or in the pool bar. Massage sessions can be arranged upon request, as well as car and bicycle rentals. Hotel Casa San Agustin is 700 metres from Santo Domingo and San Diego parks. Bocagrande and the Castillo Grande beaches are 15 km away and the Rosario islands are a 50-minute boat ride away. Rafael Nuñez International Airport is 10 km away. Free private parking is possible at a location nearby, and reservation is needed.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Lovely property. Great location. Popular among couples. This hotel is set in a beautiful colonial building within Cartagena´s historical Walled City. It offers a swimming pool, a hot tub and a sauna room. At the 5-star Casa del Arzobispado, it is possible to relax with a massage (in the room or on the terrace) or make use of the hotel´s beach service. Also available are free bicycles and free Wi-Fi. Hotel Boutique Casa Del Arzobispado has rooms with unique colonial décor, boasting carved wood and cast iron ornaments. Among several amenities, they feature air conditioning, LCD cable TV, iPod dock station and minibar. For sightseeing, the tour desk offers handy information to explore the area, as well as shuttle services and trips to attractions such as Rosario Islands. Hotel Boutique Casa Del Arzobispado is located just 500 metres from the Governor House and Santa Catherina de Alexandria Cathedral. Rafael Nuñez International Airport is a 15-minute drive away.Show full description
This boutique hotel is popular among couples travelling to Cartagena de Indias.
Luxury Hotel.Great views. Set in Cartagena de Indias, a few steps from Bocagrande Beach, Hyatt Regency Cartagena offers accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a bar. With free WiFi, this 4-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and room service. The property is 2.3 km from Bolivar Park and 2.3 km from Cartagena's Gold Museum. At the hotel, each room has a wardrobe. At Hyatt Regency Cartagena all rooms have a desk, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom. A Breakfast a la Carte is available every morning at the accommodation. Popular points of interest near Hyatt Regency Cartagena include Castillogrande Beach, Laguito Beach and Cartagena de Indias Convention Centre. The nearest airport is Rafael Núñez International Airport, 7 km from the hotel.Show full description
Luxury Hotel.Opened February 2023. Osh Hotel Getsemani features an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre, a garden and terrace in Cartagena de Indias. This 5-star hotel offers a business centre and a concierge service. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a coffee machine, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. At Osh Hotel Getsemani each room comes with bed linen and towels. The daily breakfast offers buffet, continental or American options. At the accommodation you will find a restaurant serving Caribbean, local and Asian cuisine. Vegetarian and gluten-free options can also be requested. Popular points of interest near Osh Hotel Getsemani include Marbella Beach, Bocagrande Beach and San Felipe de Barajas Castle. The nearest airport is Rafael Núñez International Airport, 6 km from the hotel.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Opened November 2022. Ideally set in Cartagena de Indias, Sol de Alba Hotel Boutique offers air-conditioned rooms, an outdoor swimming pool, free WiFi and a garden. Among the various facilities are a shared lounge, a terrace, as well as a bar. The accommodation offers 5-star accommodation with a hot tub. The accommodation provides room service, a 24-hour front desk and organising tours for guests. At the hotel, the rooms come with a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. Every room includes a safety deposit box, while selected rooms also feature a balcony and others also feature city views. All guest rooms will provide guests with a minibar. A continental, American or vegetarian breakfast is available every morning at the property. At Sol de Alba Hotel Boutique you will find a restaurant serving Caribbean, French and Seafood cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and vegan options can also be requested. Popular points of interest near Sol de Alba Hotel Boutique include Marbella Beach, Bocagrande Beach and San Felipe de Barajas Castle. The nearest airport is Rafael Núñez International, 7 km from the hotel, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Charming. Superb breakfast. Popular among women. Offering an outdoor pool, Hotel Boutique Casa del Coliseo is located in Cartagena de Indias, a 5-minute drive from the beach. It offers free WiFi. The luxurious rooms at this property boast modern décor, with stone floors and a flat-screen cable TV. They also feature a wardrobe, a small seating area and a private bathroom with a shower and toilet. Guests will find a wide range of restaurants within a 5-minute walk of the property, while the Centro Uno Shopping Centre is just 10-minutes away by car from Hotel Boutique Casa del Coliseo. The city’s historic cathedral is less than 200 metres from the property, while Rafael Nuñez International Airport can be reached in a 15-minute drive.Show full description
This might be the most well designed five-star hotel in Cartagena de Indias.
Luxury Hotel.Luxurious. This former monastery dating from the 17th Century offers rooms with balconies overlooking the hotel’s gardens or the Caribbean. All of Sofitel Legend Santa Clara Cartagena’s rooms include flat-screen TVs and free WiFi. Santo Domingo Square is 600 meters while Rafael Nuñez Airport is 4,5 km from the hotel. Sofitel Legend Santa Clara Cartagena has 2 restaurants: El Claustro offers international cuisine, while the 1621 restaurant serves fine regional gourmet. Sofitel Legend Santa Clara Cartagena has extensive spa facilities including 8 cabins for treatments, a gym and a sauna.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Elegant. Rooftop pool. Popular among women. Located in the heart of Cartagena’s walled city, this modern hotel is a 16th century remodelled building and features a rooftop terrace with a swimming pool and shared lounge. It also boasts an on-site gourmet restaurant, plus free WiFi. The property offers luxury rooms and suites with a contemporary décor that evokes it's colonial past. They feature a flat-screen TV, a large wardrobe and a private bathroom with Loto del Sur toiletries. The on-site restaurant is called El Gobernador, and it's a great option for a meal. Other options are available within 500 metres of the property. Santo Toribio church is located next to the hotel, while Rafael Núñez International Airport can be reached in 15 minutes by car.Show full description
This boutique hotel has a unique rooftop pool and a cool rooftop restaurant!
Boutique hotel.Historic property. Comfortable beds. Conveniently set in Cartagena de Indias, Leones de Alba Hotel Boutique provides air-conditioned rooms, an outdoor swimming pool, free WiFi and a garden. Featuring room service, this property also has a restaurant and a terrace. Guests can have a drink at the bar. At the hotel, each room includes a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. Rooms are equipped with a safety deposit box, while selected rooms have a balcony and others also offer pool views. All units include a wardrobe. Guests at Leones de Alba Hotel Boutique will be able to enjoy activities in and around Cartagena de Indias, like cycling. Languages spoken at the reception include English, Spanish and French. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Marbella Beach, Bocagrande Beach and Palace of the Inquisition. The nearest airport is Rafael Núñez International, 6 km from Leones de Alba Hotel Boutique, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
This is likely the most HISTORIC five-star hotel in Cartagena de Indias. It also has super comfortable beds!
Luxury Hotel.Great views. The Intercontinental is a luxurious hotel located right on the beach in Cartagena’s popular Bocagrande area. It features an on-site restaurant. Each spacious, air-conditioned room here boasts elegant décor and comes equipped with a flat-screen TV, a seating area and a minibar. Some feature stunning views of the Caribbean Sea or Cartagena Bay. Guests can enjoy a wide variety of cocktails and beers at the hotel’s spacious roof-top terrace and bar, or explore any of the many restaurants located within less than 200 metres. The Intercontinental Cartagena features an outdoor pool. Bocagrande Shopping Centre is only 850 metres away. Cartagena’s famous walled city is within a 10-minute drive of the hotel, while Rafael Núñez International Airport is just 20 minutes away by car. Valet parking service is available at the property.Show full description
Luxury Hotel.Newly opened, November 2023. Attractively set in the centre of Cartagena de Indias, Hotel Casa del Gobernador features air-conditioned rooms, an outdoor swimming pool, free WiFi and a garden. This 5-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. The hotel has a terrace and garden views, and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant or a drink at the bar. At the hotel, rooms are fitted with a desk, a TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. The rooms have a safety deposit box. At Hotel Casa del Gobernador guests are welcome to take advantage of a hot tub. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Marbella Beach, Bocagrande Beach and Cartagena's Gold Museum. The nearest airport is Rafael Núñez International, 7 km from Hotel Casa del Gobernador, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Luxury Hotel.Historic. Rooftop pool. An outdoor swimming pool, a hot tub and luxurious décor with marble floors and stone pillars can be enjoyed in Cartagena, 2 blocks from the sea. Spa facilities are available and Wi-Fi is free. At Charleston Santa Teresa Cartagena guests can book snorkelling and scuba diving trips. Tours of the bay can also be arranged and San Pedro Claver Church is a 5-minute walk. Chic rooms are equipped with air conditioning, minibars, cable TV and full bathrooms with bathtubs, slippers, free toiletries and bathrobes. Charleston’s on-site restaurant serves international cuisine and a variety of pizzas. Shuttles to Rafael Nuñez Airport ,4.9 km away, can be arranged for a fee.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Hip. Nice interior design. Popular among women.Opened January 2021. Well located in Cartagena de Indias, Hotel Casa Don Luis by Faranda Boutique, a member of Radisson Individuals provides air-conditioned rooms, free bikes, free WiFi and an outdoor swimming pool. Featuring room service, this property also has a restaurant and a terrace. The hotel features a hot tub and a 24-hour front desk. Guest rooms at the hotel are equipped with a TV with satellite channels and a safety deposit box. Guests at Hotel Casa Don Luis by Faranda Boutique, a member of Radisson Individuals can enjoy a buffet breakfast. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Marbella Beach, Bocagrande Beach and San Felipe de Barajas Castle. The nearest airport is Rafael Núñez International, 7 km from Hotel Casa Don Luis by Faranda Boutique, a member of Radisson Individuals, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Perhaps this is the coolest five-star hotel in Cartagena de Indias.
Luxury Hotel.Rooftop bar. Set in the Bocagrande district in Cartagena de Indias, 1.4 km from Cartagena's Gold Museum, Estelar Cartagena de Indias Hotel y Centro de Convenciones boasts air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi throughout the property. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant. Every room comes with a flat-screen TV, a minibar and a private bathroom. You will find a 24-hour front desk at the property. An outdoor swimming pool is featured. Palace of the Inquisition is 1.4 km from Estelar Cartagena de Indias Hotel y Centro de Convenciones, while Bolivar Park is 1.5 km from the property. Rafael Núñez International Airport is 6 km away.Show full description
Luxury Hotel. Las Americas Casa de Playa is a tropical beachfront complex located in northern Cartagena. The hotel has 2 swimming pools, a mini-golf course, a spa and an entertainment center with water park for kids. Guests can enjoy the two on site bars: La Isla and El Chicho. Rooms at the Hotel Las Americas Casa de Playa are very spacious with private balconies. They are all equipped with free Wi-Fi, a flat-screen satellite TVs, air conditioning and fans. The Hotel has 3 restaurants, Mesón de Don Cristobal, that serves local and international food, Fogon del Navegante serves grilled meats and sea food with fresh salads and the Bijao restaurant features cuisine inspired by the Cartagena and Caribbean regions. A 24-hour desk and free parking are available on site. Hotel Las Americas Casa de Playa is located less than 5 km from Cartagena’s Old Town and a 20-minute drive from the bustling Boca Grande District. Rafael Nunez International Airport is 3 km away.Show full description
Luxury Hotel.Great value. Located on La Boquilla Beach, Radisson Cartagena Ocean Pavillion Hotel features a swimming pool and the Palenques Restaurant serving gourmet dishes. Free Wi-Fi and an on-site boutique is available. The rooms in Radisson Cartagena Ocean Pavillion Hotel feature panoramic views. Radisson Cartagena Ocean Pavillion offers a spa and wellness centre with massage sessions. They can also order their favourite cocktails at Tambora, Salmarina and the Solarium bars. Beach chairs and towels are available for an extra cost. A business centre is also offered. Radisson Cartagena Ocean Pavillion Hotel is a 10-minute drive from the Walled city and a 5-minute drive from Rafael Núñez international airport. Free private parking is possible on site.Show full description
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