Cartagena

Travel 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.
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.
A coastal cityscape with high-rise buildings, a marina, and a lighthouse.

Where to stay in Cartagena

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A coastal cityscape with a prominent cathedral and modern skyscrapers.

Cartagena Walled City

Cartagena Walled City is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Clock Tower and Bolivar Square while in the area.
A coastal town with a prominent church featuring a tall bell tower and a domed roof.

Getsemani

Travelers 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.
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El Laguito

The beaches and abundant 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.
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Manga

Travelers like the historic sites in Manga, and Port of Cartagena is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Hotel Caribe by Faranda Grand, a member of Radisson Individuals

Hotel Caribe by Faranda Grand, a member of Radisson Individuals

4 out of 5
Carrera 1a No 2-87 Cartagena Bolivar
The price is CAĀ $332 per night from Oct 4 to Oct 5
CAĀ $332
CAĀ $332 total
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Cartagena. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
Hotel Caribe by Faranda Grand, a member of Radisson Individuals
Sofitel BarĆŗ Cartagena

Sofitel BarĆŗ Cartagena

5 out of 5
KM 7 Sector, Porto Nao Cartagena BolĆ­var
The price is CAĀ $441 per night from Oct 13 to Oct 14
CAĀ $441
CAĀ $441 total
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Cartagena. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 5 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (809 reviews)
"Es un hotel muy bonito y limpio. Es muy bueno, pero los restaurantes, aprovechando que no hay opciones en la zona, son demasiado costosos. Dos adultos y un niƱo sin licor la cuenta son 700.000 pesos fĆ”cil y sin pedir postres. Eso son casi 200 dĆ³lares por comida si. Postres y una sola entrada. Es ..."

Reviewed on Sep 20, 2026

Sofitel BarĆŗ Cartagena
OZ Hotel Collection

OZ Hotel Collection

4.5 out of 5
6-164 Carrera 2 Cartagena
The price is CAĀ $146 per night from Sep 23 to Sep 24
CAĀ $146
CAĀ $146 total
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Cartagena. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Bocagrande Beach and Clock Tower are ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (775 reviews)
"I highly recommend this hotel, service and location were perfect for my stay!"

Reviewed on Sep 21, 2026

OZ Hotel Collection
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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 WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
Bondo Hometel
Soy Local Centro Historico

Soy Local Centro Historico

3 out of 5
Avenida Escallon Diagonal 35 # 34-63 Cartagena
Book a stay at this business-friendly apartment in Cartagena. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (196 reviews)
"La ubicaciĆ³n muy buena muy cĆ©ntrico"

Reviewed on Sep 20, 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 WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and a garden. Popular attractions Clock Tower and Bocagrande Beach are located ...
7.8/10 Good! (76 reviews)
"Check in sucked."

Reviewed on Sep 21, 2026

Cartagena Beach Resort
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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 vacation is part of your travel plans, Bocagrande Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Cartagena. Make time to visit the area's shops, or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
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Things to do

Cartagena, CO: Sunset Skyline Bay Tour on a Pirate Boat + Drinks

Cartagena, CO: Sunset Skyline Bay Tour on a Pirate Boat + Drinks

CAĀ $69
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Cartagena, CO: Sunset Skyline Bay Tour on a Pirate Boat + Drinks
Cartagena Island Hopping: 5-Stop Rosario Islands Tour with Lunch

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

CAĀ $97
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Cartagena 5 Island Hop Tour: Lunch, Snorkel, Beach Clubs, & More
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Freedom Tour of Palenque

CAĀ $152
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Freedom Tour of Palenque
Street Food Tour in Cartagena

Street Food Tour in Cartagena

CAĀ $72
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Street Food Tour in Cartagena
Full-Day Volcano of Totumo

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

CAĀ $83
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

CAĀ $113
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Cartagena: Rosario Islands and Playa Blanca Excursion with Snorkeling or Aquarium
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