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.
A city skyline at dusk with illuminated buildings reflecting on the water.
Photo by Paula Vernimmen
Open Photo by Paula Vernimmen

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.
A street with colorful buildings, a man pushing a cart, and a blue door with decorative columns.
Photo by SebastiĆ£o Mesquita e Carmo
Open Photo by SebastiĆ£o Mesquita e Carmo

Manga

Travelers like the historic sites in Manga, and Port of Cartagena is a top attraction you might want to visit.
OZ Hotel Collection

OZ Hotel Collection

4.5 out of 5
6-164 Carrera 2 Cartagena
The price is CAĀ $157 per night from Aug 23 to Aug 24
CAĀ $157
CAĀ $157 total
Aug 23 - Aug 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! (684 reviews)
"Atea"

Reviewed on Aug 19, 2026

OZ Hotel Collection
Sofitel BarĆŗ Cartagena

Sofitel BarĆŗ Cartagena

5 out of 5
KM 7 Sector, Porto Nao Cartagena BolĆ­var
The price is CAĀ $454 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
CAĀ $454
CAĀ $454 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
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 ...
Sofitel BarĆŗ Cartagena
Hilton Cartagena

Hilton Cartagena

4.5 out of 5
Avenida Almirante Brion, El Laguito Cartagena
The price is CAĀ $262 per night from Sep 7 to Sep 8
CAĀ $262
CAĀ $262 total
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Book a 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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,509 reviews)
"Nice hotel, big rooms with comfortable beds. Nice beach the hotel has 3 pools unfortunately one of the pools was closed when I stayed there."

Reviewed on Aug 18, 2026

Hilton Cartagena
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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
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 Walls of Cartagena and Clock Tower are located ...
8/10 Very good! (57 reviews)
"I stayed here for 4 nights with my cousin and girlfriend. The location is convenientā€”right around the corner from the airportā€”with plenty of small local restaurants and a 24-hour convenience store nearby. There was also always a security person on duty, which made us feel safer. Unfortunately, the ..."

Reviewed on Aug 18, 2026

Cartagena Beach Resort
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! (184 reviews)
"Pros: The staff were very nice. The property is located within steps of the clock tower - very easy to meet up with tours and to walk around the walled city. The room was clean when we arrived and generally looked like the photos. The street in front looks run down but there were always people walking ..."

Reviewed on Aug 18, 2026

Soy Local Centro Historico
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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 Island Hopping: 5-Stop Rosario Islands Tour with Lunch

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

CAĀ $98
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Cartagena 5 Island Hop Tour: Lunch, Snorkel, Beach Clubs, & More
Full-Day Volcano of Totumo

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

CAĀ $84
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Full-Day Volcano of Totumo With Lunch, 5 pools and priĢvate Bach
Street Food Tour in Cartagena

Street Food Tour in Cartagena

CAĀ $73
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Street Food Tour in Cartagena
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All-inclusive beach tour from Cartagena

CAĀ $42
per adult
All-inclusive beach tour from Cartagena
Boat Tour of 5 Must See Points in the Rosario Islands with Lunch

Cartagena's Rosario Islands 5-Site Boat Tour with Lunch & Snorkel

CAĀ $105
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Cartagena's Rosario Islands 5-Site Boat Tour with Lunch & Snorkel
Cartagena: Rosario Islands and Playa Blanca Excursion with Snorkeling or Aquarium

Cartagena: Rosario Islands and Playa Blanca Excursion with Snorkeling or Aquarium

CAĀ $110
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Cartagena: Rosario Islands and Playa Blanca Excursion with Snorkeling or Aquarium
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