Title: Colonial Villa in Historic Center - ocean front-sunset- Chef & full staff - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=33705354&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Colonial Villa in Historic Center - ocean front-sunset- Chef & full staff ## Photo gallery for Colonial Villa in Historic Center - ocean front-sunset- Chef & full staff ![5 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board - Colonial Villa in Historic Center - ocean front-sunset- Chef & full staff (Cartagena De Indias (Distrito Turístico Y Cultural))](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33710000/33705400/33705354/314af183.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Colonial Villa in Historic Center - ocean front-sunset- Chef & full staff (Cartagena De Indias (Distrito Turístico Y Cultural))](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33710000/33705400/33705354/01ad69cf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor pool - Colonial Villa in Historic Center - ocean front-sunset- Chef & full staff (Cartagena De Indias (Distrito Turístico Y Cultural))](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33710000/33705400/33705354/5cee33e0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Colonial Villa in Historic Center - ocean front-sunset- Chef & full staff (Cartagena De Indias (Distrito Turístico Y Cultural))](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33710000/33705400/33705354/b3b841e1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Colonial Villa in Historic Center - ocean front-sunset- Chef & full staff (Cartagena De Indias (Distrito Turístico Y Cultural))](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33710000/33705400/33705354/dbcc5913.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies La Casa Que Besa El Mar is a Mediterranean-style gem in the historic old city of Cartagena de Indias. Its unique spaces, including a rooftop mirador and lounging pools, invite relaxation while taking in sunset views over the ocean. Every bedroom boasts its own flair with handmade quilts, paintings from local artists, and custom climate control. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 5 bedrooms6 bathrooms15500 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Ocean view - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Colonial Villa in Historic Center - ocean front-sunset- Chef & full staff La Casa Que Besa El Mar is located in the old city of Cartagena de Indias. It sits unobstructed, with views of the historic Spanish Colonial wall set just in front of the ever expansive ocean. Facing west, the sunset is visible each and every day, with optimal viewing from La Casa’s spectacular mirador (roof terrace). La Casa Que Besa el Mar is the product of two colonial homes, combined and renovated to create a modern, spacious living environment like no other. Its Mediterranean style architecture allows cool breezes to sweep through open-air spaces throughout the day, providing moments of respite from the healing heat. The attention to detail can be felt from the moment you arrive, with beautiful artifacts and exquisite furniture—accrued from years of travel—lining every room. Unique spaces designed for eating, talking, reading, tanning, and resting live on all four floors, facilitating the needs of each unique guest. Every bedroom has its own unique touch, from handmade quilts and paintings from local artists, to brass waterfall showerheads and mosaic walls. They feature their own remote controlled A/C system for custom climate control, although we encourage guests to sleep with their doors open and let the nightly breeze filter in. The home features five bedrooms, each with their own full bath. A swimming pool on the ground floor, and two lounging pools, including one on the roof terrace for prime sunset viewing. A full-time staff of four awaits to greet you upon arrival and make your stay as comfortable as possible, providing concierge services, from restaurant reservations and in-house massages to boat rentals and day trips upon request. La Casa is primely located just walking distance from all the old city of Cartagena has to offer and just a 30-minute boat ride from the beautiful white sand beaches and warm turquoise waters of Las Islas del Rosarios. A curated list of must-see destinations and exquisite dining venues will be made available to you and any specific requests are encouraged prior to your arrival. We hope you can experience La Casa Que Besa El Mar and the beauty of Cartagena. Bienvenidos. ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Massage - Outdoor pool - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the villa: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car not required - Wheelchair-accessible parking available ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster - Water dispenser ### Dining - Breakfast available for a fee - Chef service - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 5.5 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Stereo ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair - Printer ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 1 accessible parking space - Area rugs in public areas - Handrails in stairways - No elevator - Smooth flooring in public areas - Stair-free path to entrance - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair accessibility - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Wheelchairs on site - Designated smoking areas - Note from host: not in the bedrooms ### Services and conveniences - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - Concierge services - Iron/ironing board - Limited housekeeping - Meal delivery service - Phone - Safe ### Location highlights - In a village - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near the marina - Near the ocean - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Bicycles - Boat - Cooking classes - Golf - Gym - Optional golf privileges - Tennis - Water sports equipment - Casino nearby - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Motor boating nearby - Parasailing nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Windsurfing nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - At least 80% of food locally-sourced - At least 80% organic food - Bed sheets changed on request - Bicycles - Biodegradable drinking straws available - Double-glazed windows - Garden - Local artist showcase - Local culture and ecosystem education - Locally-owned and organized tours and activities - 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Our team will take care of the rest Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Rules We do not accept men only , because We do not accept prostitution. Guest can't bring guest. No loud music. We respect the neighbors. Please respect the house and everything in it. Respect the employees and please tip them. They don't expected, but is a nice gesture. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings We don't accept bachelor parties . ### Smoking Smoking allowed: in designated areas Not in the bedrooms ## Important information ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 50 Note from host: We don't accept bachelor parties . Long-term renters welcome Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation Property Registration Number 65204 ### We should mention This property does not have elevators If you are traveling with a child your property may require you to present the following documents: Parents traveling into Colombia with a child under 18 may be required to present the child's birth certificate and photo ID (passport for non-Columbian citizens) upon check-in. If a relative or legal guardian is traveling into Colombia with the child, that relative or legal guardian may be required to present a notarized consent of travel signed by both parents and a copy of both parents' ID. If only one parent is traveling into Colombia with the child, that parent may be required to present a notarized consent of travel signed by the other parent. Visitors who plan to travel with children should consult with a Colombian consulate office prior to travel for further guidance. A car is not required for transportation to and from this property ## About the area Located on the beach, this villa is in Cartagena Walled City, a neighborhood in Cartagena. Bastion of Santiago and Palacio de la Inquisicion are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Plaza Bocagrande Commercial Center and Centro Comercial La Serrezuela. Traveling with kids? Consider Caribbean Naval Museum, or check out an event or a game at Jaime Moron Stadium. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, scuba diving, and snorkeling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling. [Visit our Cartagena travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Cartagena.dx926) [View more Villas in Cartagena](https://www.expedia.ca/Cartagena-Villas.d926-aaVillas.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C10.42539%2C-75.55305&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=py_1oBwnrNwehGXqgeW3bmLpD2s=) Cartagena De Indias (Distrito Turístico Y Cultural), Bolivar ### What's nearby - ![Colombia, scenic view of Cartagena cityscape, modern skyline, hotels and ocean bays Bocagrande and Bocachica from the lookout of Saint Philippe Castle](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532467250/4ba312ec-a2cc-4a7e-8792-34c5a1f14158.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Walls of Cartagena 1 min walk \- 0.1 km - ![View to Torre de Reloj (Clock Tower) with blue sky and warm light, Cartagena, Colombia, Unesco World Heritage ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6271905/4610080d-ae22-4691-97ea-24600f46f4e1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Clock Tower 6 min walk \- 0.6 km - ![Cartagena de Indias Convention Center "Julio César Turbay Ayala" reflected in the water](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6277130/dd830e94-834c-48a5-b7ea-973173b67afb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Cartagena de Indias Convention Center 8 min walk \- 0.7 km - Plaza Santo Domingo 1 min walk \- 0.1 km - Bolivar Square 3 min walk \- 0.3 km ### Getting around - Rafael Nunez Intl. Airport (CTG) 13 min drive ### Restaurants - La Vitrola 3 min walk - Bourbon St. Cartagena 4 min walk - El Burlador De Sevilla 4 min walk - Ely Cafe Centro Histórico 4 min walk - Café del Mar 2 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Colonial Villa in Historic Center - ocean front-sunset- Chef & full staff have a pool? ### How much does it cost to stay at Colonial Villa in Historic Center - ocean front-sunset- Chef & full staff? ### Is Colonial Villa in Historic Center - ocean front-sunset- Chef & full staff pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Colonial Villa in Historic Center - ocean front-sunset- Chef & full staff? ### What time is check-out at Colonial Villa in Historic Center - ocean front-sunset- Chef & full staff? ### Where is Colonial Villa in Historic Center - ocean front-sunset- Chef & full staff located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Colonial Villa in Historic Center - ocean front-sunset- Chef & full staff Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 50 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alexis J. Nov 18, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy I had a wonderful stay. The location was excellent, and the property was exceptionally clean and well maintained. The pictures truly don’t do it justice. The attention to detail was remarkable, and Andrea and the entire staff went above and beyond to ensure all our needs were met. They exceeded every expectation. I will definitely be returning—and soon. I’m extremely grateful for their attentiveness and for making my vacation truly memorable. ##### Alexis J. Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Colette C. Nov 13, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Magical Place! Wonderful home, fantastic location, exceptional staff. We were a group of 8 adults - lovely private bedrooms & baths,beautiful refreshing pool and dip pools on multi levels-lots of places to relax & read or explore the art throughout this unique & magical open air home! Staff was so helpful-food was terrific and Andrea our gracious host was so helpful 24/7\. We wanted for nothing! We would definitely come back!!! Loved it ##### Colette C. Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Debi H. May 7, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Pure perfection If you are considering a home of this size you will not find a better home, location and staff that make everything perfect. Don’t bother looking anywhere else. All of our family was thrilled with the entire experience here and stay at this gorgeous house. Complete decadence. Thank you so much Andrea and everyone there! ##### Debi H. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kerri O. Mar 14, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing Birthday Trip This trip and home exceeded my expectations in every way. Planned a trip for 10 friends to celebrate a birthday. This home was perfect. Spectacular home - so unique and beautiful. Well located in Cartagena with a magnification view of the wall and sea. The home itself is spectacular. So artfully decorated, spacious and comfortable with so many areas for groups to gather. Staff was so attentive. Andrea was amazing and helped not only with all arrangements for the home but also planning other events in Cartagena including a beach day, catamaran boating day, cooking class, salsa class and even a live band and dinner at the house. Breakfast every morning was delicious. Cartagena itself is a magical town and staying at this wonderful home will make your stay even more memorable. ##### Kerri O. Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Catherine S. Jan 8, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Most memorable family trip with adult children and 2 year old We had our four adult children, their partners, and our grandson and it will probably be our most memorable family trips. We may have had a bit of a language barrier with our chef and staff but by day 3 we all got in a great rhythm for making our stay even that much better. They made our breakfasts daily, did any laundry and we so helpful even with a language barrier. Andrea our hostess made herself available weeks prior to our stay. Arranged transportation, golf and other outings. Was totally safe and secure. Will go back ##### Catherine S. Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Steve C. Dec 29, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful Family Holiday in Cartagena Wonderful home for a Holiday getaway to Cartagena. we have a family of 5 including 3 adult children so needed a place large enough for space for each but also central gathering space. The Home is beautiful, with space and charm on all the levels. we ended up spending most of our time on the ground floor open space and top floor overlooking the water. Andrea was a wonderful host, made sure we had transportation to the house, suggesting wonderful restaurant agenda / shopping for the experience. the staff (4 of them !) Carmelo, Muriel, Ciara and Anita were wonderful and took in stride my bad attempts at spanish. Would 100% return to this Casa if / when we return to Cartagena. BTW Colombians are wonderfully warm people and our visit made us want to visit more of the beautiful country. Steve C and family, Charlotte NC / NYC / Chicago USA ##### Steve C. Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kristen B. Jun 9, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A lovely stay in Cartagena — stunning views and warm hospitality Staying at this multi-story Colombian home in Cartagena for 10 days was a dream. Set along the sea wall, it offers breathtaking views—especially from the master bedroom, where sliding glass doors frame the ocean view.The first floor is striking, with soaring ceilings and artwork that gives the home both warmth and history—think Gabriel García Márquez meets Gauguin. A model boat in one of the main floor bedrooms adds a perfect maritime touch of Cartagena.The rooftop deck, with its small pool and open view of the sea, was our favorite place to unwind. There’s also a larger pool on the main level, complete with a Buddha statue, waterfall, and plenty of sunbeds—ideal for relaxing after exploring the walled city.Andrea and the house staff were exceptional. Mornings began with huevos pericos, arepas, toast, passion fruit and orange juice. The evening empanada gathering (which Andrea arranged), complete with a group salsa session, was a joyful highlight.This is more than a home—it’s an experience. Peaceful, vibrant, and full of heart. Don’t hesitate. Just book. ##### Kristen B. Stayed 10 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alessandro B. Dec 14, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### My family and I had a wonderful stay in this beautiful house and excellent service...🥰😍🤩 This property has the best location in the walled City and for my family and I this property is the most beautiful in this city. ##### Alessandro B. Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alessandro B. Nov 15, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful Place We have been here several times and will continue to do so. I think that summarizes our experience in a nutshell. ##### Alessandro B. Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Francisco U., New York City Aug 19, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Paradise within a Paradise Words can't describe the beauty of this house. This was my second time staying here and I fell in love with the house all over again. It truly is a paradise within a paradise. ##### Francisco U. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Claudia B., Medellin Aug 12, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### The best house and beautiful house in Cartagena La casa que besa el mar… It is The most beautiful house in Cartagena. We enjoyed every space. The employees are the best. Everything was awesome. ##### Claudia B. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mary Beth B. Jun 27, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Incredible Stay in Cartagena We had an amazing stay at Andrea's place in Cartagena. She was extremely helpful from the moment I booked our trip. We had a group of 11 girls in our early thirties and Andrea made the planning and the actual travel itself ver easy. With Andrea's recommendation, we decided to have several meals during our stay at the house and the food was delicious and the staff was very friendly. Her place is magical - you'll be lucky if you get to stay here! ##### Mary Beth B. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anthony C. Apr 1, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### WOW Place was amazing. Better then advertised. This place was phenomal on all levels, from the accommodations to the art to the staff. Highly recommend giving the staff money to let them go get food and cook already one meal for you. Will def be back if I’m ever back in Cartegena ##### Anthony C. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### William D., Vero Beach, FL Mar 26, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Historical House with so much charm We had an absolutely incredible time. The historic home has beautiful outdoor spaces and courtyard style main areas with comfortable air conditioned bedrooms. The outdoor showers, multiple balcony sitting areas and pools allow a group to spread out and enjoy this historic and very conveniently located home in the heart of the old city. The in home cooked breakfasts and lunch were delicious. Would highly recommend adding that service. Andrea (homeowner) was immensely helpful with recommendations and coordinating the plans, too! ##### William D. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Katie J., Birmingham, AL Jun 12, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### This House is an Absolute Must! Cannot put into words how incredible this place and the owner/staff are for anyone traveling in Cartagena. The house was immaculate, with stunning views, perfect accommodations and incredible places to gather on every floor. Perfect location in the city as well with ocean views. In addition to the accommodations, the staff are the nicest, kindest group of people who make your stay ten times better. Andrea helped curate the perfect itinerary! She communicated all weeekend to make sure we had what we needed. I Would return to this place a thousand times over. ##### Katie J. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Francisco U. Aug 22, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A paradise within a paradise The love and enthusiasm that went into creating this home is apparent from the moment you walk in. It is beautiful. The staff is genuinely kind and was always there to help without being on top of you. Andrea the owner was always reachable. Congratulations to her and her team. My only complaint is that the house is so magnificent it makes you not want to leave! ##### Francisco U. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marilyn M. Aug 2, 2018 #### Phenomenal service staff and location This is by far the most amazing home we have stayed at. We are still speechless on how beautiful the home is and what an attentive host and stafff. They could not of made our stay more enjoyable. My husband wanted me to check availability for New Years but of course it was already taken. Cartagena is an amazing city with people that welcome you with open arms. Andrea thank you for sharing your home with us. ##### Marilyn M. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Steve M. Mar 29, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Life Experience, sad to leave! We travel extensively, from rustic to luxury. We stayed just over 3 weeks at Andrea's spectacular property and invited family and friends to come visit. Fantastic! The property is striking, the city captivating, the staff warm and generous, and Andrea a wealth of assistance on things to do, restaurants, etc. Add on daily breakfast and some snacks/meals. Muriel makes the best ceviche and patacones in town! We had a birthday dinner one night that a 30-year old claims was " best ever!" complete with tres leches birthday cake. We look forward to returning! ##### Steve M. Stayed 21 nights in Mar 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Raymond M. Aug 25, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing - Don’t overthink it If it’s within your budget and available, book it. The home is beautiful - elegant, yet very comfortable and cozy. Plenty of indoor and outdoor spaces for both congregating and also for spending time alone. It feels like someone’s lovingly cared for home, and not a vacation rental. The location is amazing- you are literally abutting the city walls and are facing the ocean. You can dip in the rooftop plunge pool or sit in the master bedroom hammock and look out over the ocean. The space is amazing, but what makes the property special is the ownership and staff. Andrea was a terrific host - perfect mix of welcoming and helpful but not pushy at all. She communicated quickly, arranged transportation, made us dinner reservations (at a popular place with limited availability) and generally looked out for us. The staff at the house was so warm and friendly while being very unobtrusive. Muriel made us fantastic breakfasts. Graciela , Anna, and Naira kept the space spotless and transformed the rooms from day (open, fans, lots of views) to night (turning the beds down and turning on the ACs) Carmelo kept the pools and public spaces impeccably clean. Tip. Consider tipping the staff at the end of your stay. Bottom Line: This place is amazing! ##### Raymond M. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cindy E. Aug 4, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Absolutely Wonderful! This property is one of a kind with the pool and two spas and three levels. Not only is the property beautiful but the communication, the staff they provide, the cleanliness, the beautiful sea view, etc. was EXCEPTIONAL! Andre was so gracious to make meal reservations, arrange tours, and provide meals in the home. The decor is beautiful and there was plenty of space for our five couples to spread out. Also, the location was superb. Loved it! ##### Cindy E. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Oscar G. Jul 29, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### La Casa Que Besa El Mar If you are staying in Cartagena, Colombia, and you wish to have an amazing experience (excellent amenities yet an authentic atmosphere), you can do no better than this property. In addition to the wonderful home, your host (Andrea) is extremely attentive and she is willing to assist with reservations (restaurant), activities or just about anything reasonable (she is complexity fluent in at least English and Spanish). Finally, the staff was incredible, friendly, efficient and nearly stealth while addressing all your needs. It was a great experience for my family and our friends. ##### Oscar G. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Natasha R. Jul 7, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Simply Incredible The breakfast at the villa was one of our favorite features! Everyone was incredibly kind and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay! The employees of the villa are wonderful, kind, and trustworthy! I highly recommend this lovely piece of paradise by the sea! You will not regret it! ##### Natasha R. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### BEHZAD T. May 12, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Art gallery home with best sunset views in Cartagena From the first contact the host was warm and welcoming. So humble and kind I had no idea what an over-the-top amazing home I had rented. Even though I had seen the pictures I was still blown away upon arrival. The host was even kind enough to arrange for a van to pick us up at the airport. The staff was so thoughtful and attentive. Even though we arrived earlier than check-in time they had delicious home made ipanadas and fresh salsa and juice ready for our group. This level of service remained through the duration of our stay. One night we ordered food from the restaurant next door “palo santo” and the waiters delivered the food and served us at our dining table, completely unexpected! I would give the host, the staff, and the overall experience 10 stars if I could. I would only want to stay at this house when visiting Cartagena. ##### BEHZAD T. Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Eugene C. Feb 27, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Magical stay in the Old City of Cartegena My family (three grown children and wife) just returned from an amazing stay at Andrea's house. The location is perfect-literally across the street from the walls of the old city and with unparalleled views of the ocean from the roof and second floor deck. But the location is only a small part of what makes this place so unique. The entire house is laid out in such a way to create multiple open-air spaces with plenty of plants to bring the beauty of the city to the inside of the house. The artwork throughout the house is fantastic and one could spend hours just looking at the marvelous paintings, sketches and sculptures. The staff of the house could not have been nicer-they prepared amazing breakfasts for us as well as a couple of dinners. They never got in our way; we loved having them with us. Andrea is an amazing hostess. She made sure our trip was unforgettable in every way possible- we created a detailed itinerary for our stay, and she made all the necessary transportation and dinner reservations, including changing them to suit our needs. One of my sons had a passport issue that required him to return to the states and then come back with the correct documentation. Andrea kept an eye on him through her contacts at the airport, an act of kindness we will never forget. This was one of our best trips ever and we can't wait to return. ##### Eugene C. Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robert L. Jul 17, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing trip Everything about our rental was top notch. The hostess was very helpful in our trip planning. The house is spectacular and the staff was friendly and helpful as well. ##### Robert L. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021