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Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service hours.

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Hotel Sonesta Hotel Cartagena

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Sonesta Hotel Cartagena

Carrera 9 No 35-104 anillo vial, zona norte, La Boquilla, 130001 Cartagena de Indias, Colombia – Great location - show map

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8.0
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1,800 reviews
  • Facilities

    8.0

  • Cleanliness

    8.5

  • Comfort

    8.4

  • Value for money

    7.8

  • Location

    8.0

  • Total

    8.0

  • Free WiFi

    7.7

The location is awesome so you get a nice view from it. The room is comfortable and everything was overall what I expected.

Cristianf Colombia

The hotel was good for the price staff is nice the breakfast is good it has a mini market next door so you can get anything you need

Mauricio Colombia

The hotel rooms and facility are very clean, organized and comfortable. Also the stuff are very friendly and helpful with anything you may need. The restaurant has a nice menu for lunch and diner, as well a good breakfast with a lot of choices to pick and start your day. The swimming pools and also very clean and nice. Once staying here for 7 days I felt safe with all the security stuff and well served by all the people who here.

Gerardo Colombia

The staff was great and the amenities very good. The room and cleanliness were above expectations.

Andres United States of America

Food was delicious, everything exceeded our expectations.

Sofía Colombia

The hotel has three pools that are excellent. All of them are very clean and not crowded. It was easy to find a lounge chair and relax. The hotel rooms had comfortable beds with fluffy pillows. I appreciated the amount of space the room had to offer. The house keeping staff were always cleaning. I was impressed with the care they put in.

Camibcool United States of America

The location close to the airport. The facility is very clean. The staffs are nice.

Patricia United States of America

This stuff is very nice very helpful marvelous location. Breakfast is wonderful . Very kind at all times.

Mara Paraguay

The staff was very friendly. The location of the hotel is far from the action, but exactly what were looking for.

Camila Colombia

There was a problem with the AC but it was resolve

Hector Colombia

Staff

8.7
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8.0
Very Good
1,800 reviews
  • 8.7

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  • What guests loved the most:
  • “The location is awesome so you get a nice view from it. The room is comfortable and everything was overall what I expected.”
    Cristianf Cristianf Colombia Colombia
  • “The hotel was good for the price staff is nice the breakfast is good it has a mini market next door so you can get anything you need”
    Mauricio Mauricio Colombia Colombia
  • “The hotel rooms and facility are very clean, organized and comfortable. Also the stuff are very friendly and helpful with anything you may need.”
    Gerardo Gerardo Colombia Colombia
  • “The staff was great and the amenities very good. The room and cleanliness were above expectations.”
    Andres Andres United States of America United States of America
  • “Food was delicious, everything exceeded our expectations.”
    Sofía Sofía Colombia Colombia
  • “The hotel has three pools that are excellent. All of them are very clean and not crowded. It was easy to find a lounge chair and relax. The hotel rooms had comfortable beds with fluffy pillows.”
    Camibcool Camibcool United States of America United States of America
  • “The location close to the airport. The facility is very clean. The staffs are nice.”
    Patricia Patricia United States of America United States of America
  • “This stuff is very nice very helpful marvelous location. Breakfast is wonderful . Very kind at all times.”
    Mara Mara Paraguay Paraguay
  • “The staff was very friendly. The location of the hotel is far from the action, but exactly what were looking for.”
    Camila Camila Colombia Colombia
  • “There was a problem with the AC but it was resolve”
    Hector Hector Colombia Colombia

One of our top picks in Cartagena de Indias. This luxurious hotel offers 3 swimming pools surrounded by palm trees and comfortable sun loungers. Rooms have private balconies and free WiFi.

Hotel Sonesta Cartagena is only a 15-minute drive from the celebrated San Felipe Castle and Cartagena’s Museum of Gold. Guests are welcomed with a complimentary cocktail upon check-in.

Chic rooms at Sonesta are styled with warm shades and minimalist décor. They feature air-conditioning, flat-screen satellite TV and spacious balconies with comfortable chairs. Bathrooms include showers and toiletries.

Guests can enjoy breakfast at the poolside bar, with world famous Colombian coffee and tropical fruits. The restaurant offers international cuisine, Caribbean specialties and room service. The property also features spa facilities and offers relaxing massages and facials for an additional fee.

Shuttles to Rafael Nuñez Airport, 1.9 mi away can be arranged.

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Hotel chain/brand: GHL Hoteles

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Most popular amenities

3 swimming pools
Free WiFi
Beachfront
Airport shuttle
Family rooms
Bar

Good for couples – they rated the facilities 8.0 for two-person stays.

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낍 Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.0)

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Buffet

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Popular Beaches Nearby

  • La Boquilla Beach

    Swimming, Water Sports, Food & Drink, Watching the Sunset

    450 feet from property

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8.0
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  • Staff8.7
  • Facilities8.0
  • Cleanliness8.5
  • Comfort8.4
  • Value for money7.8
  • Location8.0
    • Guests said beach access was good
  • Free WiFi7.7

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  • Cristianf Colombia

    “The location is awesome so you get a nice view from it. The room is comfortable and everything was overall what I expected.”

  • Mauricio Colombia

    “The hotel was good for the price staff is nice the breakfast is good it has a mini market next door so you can get anything you need ”

  • Gerardo Colombia

    “The hotel rooms and facility are very clean, organized and comfortable. Also the stuff are very friendly and helpful with anything you may need. The restaurant has a nice menu for lunch and diner, as well a good breakfast with a lot of choices to pick and start your day. The swimming pools and also very clean and nice. Once staying here for 7 days I felt safe with all the security stuff and well served by all the people who here. ” Read more

  • Andres United States of America

    “The staff was great and the amenities very good. The room and cleanliness were above expectations.”

  • Sofía Colombia

    “Food was delicious, everything exceeded our expectations.”

  • Camibcool United States of America

    “The hotel has three pools that are excellent. All of them are very clean and not crowded. It was easy to find a lounge chair and relax. The hotel rooms had comfortable beds with fluffy pillows. I appreciated the amount of space the room had to offer. The house keeping staff were always cleaning. I was impressed with the care they put in.” Read more

  • Patricia United States of America

    “The location close to the airport. The facility is very clean. The staffs are nice.”

  • Mara Paraguay

    “This stuff is very nice very helpful marvelous location. Breakfast is wonderful . Very kind at all times. ”

  • Camila Colombia

    “The staff was very friendly. The location of the hotel is far from the action, but exactly what were looking for. ”

  • Hector Colombia

    “There was a problem with the AC but it was resolve”

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An Inside Look at Sonesta Hotel Cartagena

GHL Hotels, an international Hotel Chain , operator of international brands such as Sheraton, Four Points by Sheraton, Sonesta, Hyatt Place, among others. Additionally, we operate our own brand (GHL), comprising GHL Relax, GHL Style and GHL Collection, with presence in Latin America from Costa Rica to Argentina.

Hotel surroundings *
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What's nearby
  • Steps of La Popa Mount
    3.8 miles
  • Coffee Museum
    3.9 miles
  • Del Cabrero Chapel
    3.9 miles
  • Cartagena Ophthalmology Clinic
    4 miles
  • Rafael Nunez House
    4 miles
  • El Cabrero Park
    4 miles
  • Cartagena del Mar Clinic
    4 miles
  • Cartagena's Walls
    4.1 miles
  • San Felipe de Barajas Castle
    4.1 miles
  • Old shoes
    4.1 miles
Top attractions
  • The Vaults Square
    4.1 miles
  • Serrezuela Bullring
    4.2 miles
  • India Catalina
    4.2 miles
  • Cartagena's Pegasos's Wharf
    4.6 miles
  • Cartagena's Gold Museum
    4.7 miles
  • Bolivar Park
    4.7 miles
  • Palace of the Inquisition
    4.7 miles
  • Cartagena's Modern Art Museum
    4.7 miles
  • Cartagena's Port
    4.8 miles
  • Softball Stadium
    5.3 miles
Beaches in the Neighborhood
  • La Boquilla Beach
    Swimming, Water Sports, Food & Drink, Watching the Sunset
    450 feet
Closest Airports
  • Rafael Núñez International Airport
    2 miles
  • Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport
    57 miles
How to get to Sonesta Hotel Cartagena from Rafael Núñez International Airport
    Taxi
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1 Restaurant On Site

    Restaurante Palenke

    Food: International

    Menu: Buffet & À La Carte

Amenities of Sonesta Hotel Cartagena Great facilities! Review score, 8.0

Most popular amenities

3 swimming pools
Free WiFi
Beachfront
Airport shuttle
Family rooms
Bar
Outdoors
  • Beachfront
  • Sun deck
  • Garden
Pets
  • Pets are not allowed.

Activities
  • Beach
  • Tennis court
Food & Drink
  • On-site coffee shop
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
  • Free! WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking

    Parking options available

  • Accessible parking
  • Parking garage
  • Secure parking
Transportation
  • Airport drop-off Additional charge
  • Airport pickup Additional charge
Front Desk Services
  • Private check-in/out
  • Concierge
  • ATM on site
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • 24-hour front desk
Cleaning Services
  • Ironing service Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning Additional charge
  • Laundry Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying Additional charge
  • Business center
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Safe
General
  • Shuttle service
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)
  • Air conditioning
  • Elevator
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
3 swimming pools
Pool 1 – outdoor Free!
  • Open all year
  • Pool/Beach towels
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Pool bar
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Infinity pool
Pool 2 – outdoor Free!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Pool/Beach towels
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Beach umbrellas
Pool 3 – outdoor (kids) Free!
  • Suitable for kids
  • Shallow end
Spa
  • Fitness
  • Steam room
  • Spa facilities
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Pool/Beach towels
  • Spa Additional charge
  • Fitness center
  • Sauna
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Spanish

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From 3:00 PM

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

Check-out

Until 12:00 PM

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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 12 and above are considered adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

There's no capacity for cribs at this property.

This property doesn't offer extra beds.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Cards accepted at this hotel

Mastercard Visa Diners Club American Express Sonesta Hotel Cartagena accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

Sonesta Hotel Cartagena accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print

Please note special conditions apply for more than 10 reservations. Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

Please note that the beach access outdoor pool is under maintenance every Monday or Tuesday after a holiday weekend.

Please note that the lobby pool is under maintenance every Tuesday or Wednesday after a holiday weekend and is open from 9am to 8pm.

Please note that the spa and wellness center are not available on Monday or Tuesday after a holiday weekend.

Please note that the free parking service is available upon availability.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service hours.

Due to coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

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.

FAQs about Sonesta Hotel Cartagena

  • Check-in at Sonesta Hotel Cartagena is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.

  • Guests staying at Sonesta Hotel Cartagena can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.8).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Buffet

  • Sonesta Hotel Cartagena offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Spa
    • Fitness center
    • Sauna
    • Tennis court
    • Beachfront
    • Steam room
    • Spa facilities
    • Beach
    • Fitness

  • The following parking options are available to guests staying at Sonesta Hotel Cartagena (subject to availability):

    • Secure parking
    • Parking garage
    • Accessible parking

  • Room options at Sonesta Hotel Cartagena include:

    • Twin
    • Double
    • Triple
    • Family

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

  • Sonesta Hotel Cartagena has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurante Palenke

  • Sonesta Hotel Cartagena is 4.3 miles from the center of Cartagena de Indias.

  • The nearest beach is 150 feet from Sonesta Hotel Cartagena.

  • From the nearest airport, you can get to Sonesta Hotel Cartagena by:

    • Taxi 12min

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

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  • Facilities8.0
  • Cleanliness8.5
  • Comfort8.4
  • Value for money7.8
  • Location8.0
  • Free WiFi7.7

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