5/5 - Excellent
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Cartagena
Travel Guide
Visit Cartagena
Where to stay in Cartagena
Cartagena Walled City
4.5/5(146 area reviews)
Cartagena Walled City is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Clock Tower and Cartagena Cathedral while in the area.
Bocagrande
4/5(92 area reviews)
Boasting the city's most prominent hotels, this upscale area offers shopping at Plaza Bocagrande and Nao Mall, and is close to the popular Ciudad Amurallada. Enjoy various dining options and easy access to the Transcaribe station.
Cartagena Centro
Unique features of Cartagena Centro include the museums and historic sites. Make a stop by Cartagena Cathedral or Plaza Santo Domingo while you're exploring the area.
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.
La Boquilla
4/5(16 area reviews)
The beaches and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to La Boquilla. A stop by La Boquilla Beach or Las Americas International Convention Center might round out your trip.
El Laguito
3.5/5(8 area reviews)
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.
Hilton Cartagena
Avenida Almirante Brion, El Laguito, Cartagena
The price is CA $203 per night from Aug 10 to Aug 11
CA $203
CA $203 total
Aug 10 - Aug 11
Stay at this 4.5-star 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! (1,084 reviews)
"Property has great location, with nice and clean rooms. Pool was nice."
Reviewed on Jul. 11, 2025
InterContinental Cartagena De Indias by IHG
Bocagrande Carrera 1 No. 5-01, Cartagena, Bolivar
The price is CA $241 per night from Jul 19 to Jul 20
CA $241
CA $241 total
Jul 19 - Jul 20
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Cartagena. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,095 reviews)
"The hotel staff were amazing. Room and hotel was clean. I’m only dissatisfied with what I booked vs what I received. I reserved an ocean view room with 2 queen size beds, I had 2 full size beds & the shower was very hard to open. You needed force behind it."
Reviewed on Jul. 12, 2025
Hyatt Regency Cartagena
Carrera 1 No 12-118, Cartagena, CO
The price is CA $246 per night from Jul 19 to Jul 20
CA $246
CA $246 total
Jul 19 - Jul 20
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Cartagena. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,328 reviews)
"Nice sta"
Reviewed on Jul. 12, 2025
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 Estudio
Barrio Marbella Carrera 2A #49-60, Cartagena, Bolívar
Stay at this 3.5-star beach aparthotel in Cartagena. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (476 reviews)
"Lovely"
Reviewed on Jul. 9, 2025
Martinique Cartagena by HostPro
16-21 Cl. 20, Cartagena, Bolívar
Stay at this 3-star condo in Cartagena. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Clock Tower and Bocagrande Beach are located ...
7.6/10 Good! (6 reviews)
"Nice place"
Reviewed on Jun. 17, 2025
U-GO Edificio Murano Elite, Bocagrande
Bocagrande, Cra. 1 #11-80, 1179 Cra. 1, Cartagena, Bolívar
Stay at this 4-star beach apartment in Cartagena. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (128 reviews)
"The apartment was amazing! Spectacular views!"
Reviewed on Jul. 2, 2025
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.
Popular places to visit
Bocagrande Beach
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.
Blanca Beach
If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Blanca Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Cartagena.
Clock Tower
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.
Isla Grande Beach
Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Isla Grande Beach during your travels in Rosario Islands? You can seek out the snorkeling spots in this relaxing area.
San Felipe de Barajas Castle
After visiting San Felipe de Barajas Castle, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Cartagena. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
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 snorkeling spots.
Things to do
The ORIGINAL Rosario Islands Tour on Catamaran or Speedboat
CA $89
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Cartagena: 5 Must-See Rosario Islands Highlights with Lunch
CA $89
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Tour of the Rosario Islands, Cartagena
CA $137
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Cartagena: Sunset Open Bar Cruise in Catamaran or Speedboat
CA $27
per adult
City Tour in Chiva through the City of Cartagena
CA $48
per adult
Cartagena Island Dinner (Island of Tierra Bomba)
CA $82
per adult
Reviews of Cartagena
4.3
Top destination
5/5 - Excellent
Y
I loved Cartagena. Unfortunately the corona virus broke out just after we got there and all the beaches, etc were shut down. But the city itself is wonderful and I hope to go back some day when things are normal again.
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveller
Stay close to the walled city if possible
4/5 - Good
Jose
Lori
The old city is fun with lots of dining options. Getsamani is also a wonderful area, full of life and a offering lots of dining choices. The old city and Getsamani would be more enjoyable if they could limit car traffic there, turn down the volume.
4/5 - Good
Verified traveller
Cartagena is an absolutely beautiful and lively city
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveller
Overall very nice city but you have to be good at saying no gracias. There are hundreds of locals trying to sell you something. It is constant, even when you are having dinner. Very busy lively city.
Other places like Cartagena
- Bocagrande Beach
- Clock Tower
- Karibana Golf Club
- Las Americas International Convention Center
- La Boquilla Beach
- Marbella Beach
- San Felipe de Barajas Castle
- Castillo Grande Beach
- Corales del Rosario National Park
- Port of Cartagena
- San Fernando Fort
- Rio Cartagena Casino
- Plaza Santo Domingo
- San Pedro Claver Church and Convent