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El arca is a recently renovated guest house in Cartagena de Indias where guests can make the most of its private beach area and garden. This beachfront property offers access to a terrace. Guests have access to a public bath and solarium. Each room includes a shared bathroom with a shower, while certain rooms are equipped with sea views. Guests are welcome to eat at the on-site restaurant, which is open for dinner and lunch. You can play billiards and table tennis at the guest house, and the area is popular for fishing. An indoor play area is also available for guests at el arca.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)


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Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 full bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.4
Facilities
7.7
Cleanliness
7.8
Comfort
7.6
Value for money
7.8
Location
9.0
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Ophélie
    France France
    Mica, the manager, is a radiant person, she's very nice and helpful ☀️ - The hostal itself is confortable and quiet - It's close to Tintipan and to Mucura - The food was okay - The bed sheets were clean 👍🏻 => I would go back and recommend this...
  • Aime
    United States of America United States of America
    great spot !! love the breeze while sleeping in the hammocks, great experience. Fresh Home made food!! super Yummy!!
  • Aime
    United States of America United States of America
    tiny island very seclude in the middle of the ocean

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Restaurante
    • Cuisine
      Caribbean
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian

Amenities of el arca

Most popular amenities
  • Beachfront
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Terrace
  • Bar
  • Private beach area
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Toilet
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
View
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Sun deck
  • Private beach area
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
Activities
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Happy hour
    Additional charge
  • Themed dinners
    Additional charge
  • Beach
  • Snorkeling
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Diving
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Ping-pong
  • Pool table
  • Fishing
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Bar
    Additional charge
Internet
No internet access available.
Parking
No parking available.
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Indoor play area
  • Board games/Puzzles
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Mosquito net
  • Non-smoking rooms
Spa
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Public Bath
  • Solarium
Languages Spoken
  • Spanish

House rules

el arca takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

From 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Maestro Visa Diners Club Cash el arca accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Quiet hours

Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 8:00 AM.

Pets

Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform el arca of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.

License number: 190075

FAQs about el arca

  • el arca offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Pool table
    • Snorkeling
    • Diving
    • Ping-pong
    • Fishing
    • Solarium
    • Beachfront
    • Happy hour
    • Public Bath
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Private beach area
    • Beach
    • Themed dinners

  • The prices at el arca may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • el arca is 47.8 miles from the center of Cartagena de Indias. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Room options at el arca include:

    • Double
    • Bed in Dorm

  • el arca has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurante

  • Check-in at el arca is from 11:00 AM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.