Sonesta Hotel Cartagena

4.0 star property
Beach hotel with 3 outdoor pools

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Relax by the serene pool surrounded by palm trees and lounge chairs.
Enjoy a panoramic view of the city and water from the large balcony, featuring two beds and a seating area with a flat-screen TV.
Indulge in a sumptuous breakfast spread featuring a variety of delicious options.
Relax by the oceanfront pool, surrounded by palm trees and lounge chairs.
Relax on the balcony with unobstructed city views, a potted plant, and comfortable seating for two.

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking included
  • Gym
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$191
4 Aug - 5 Aug

Explore the area

Map
Carrera 9 No 35 104, Anillo Vial - Zona Norte, Cartagena, Bolivar, 130002
  • La Boquilla Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Las Americas International Convention Center
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Clock Tower
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Cartagena (CTG-Rafael Núñez Intl.)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Double Room, 1 King Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(38 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2022
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Twin Room, 2 Double Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2022
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2022
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2022
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Twin Room, 2 Double Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2022
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Twin Room Superior

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Room Standard

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room Standard

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Single Standard (1Ad)

  • Sleeps 1

Double Standard (2Ad)

  • Sleeps 2

Single Standard Room

  • Sleeps 1

Double/Twin Standard (2Ad)

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Room Triple

  • Sleeps 3

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About the area

Cartagena

At Sonesta Hotel Cartagena you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of La Boquilla Beach and Las Americas International Convention Center. Highlights at this beach hotel include 2 restaurants, 3 outdoor swimming pools and 2 poolside bars. .The restaurant, Restaurante Palenke, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. With 2 lounge bars to choose from, you can enjoy a drink at the hotel. Enjoy the 24-hour gym, outdoor tennis court, kids' swimming pool and pool loungers. 2293 square feet (213 square metres) of event facilities include meeting rooms and a conference centre, and other business amenities include a 24-hour business centre. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. Free buffet breakfast is available daily between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Within a 15-minute drive of this 4-property class La Boquilla hotel, attractions include Clock Tower and Cartagena de Indias Convention Center.

What's nearby

  • La Boquilla Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Las Americas International Convention Center - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Marbella Beach - 9 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Clock Tower - 13 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Cartagena de Indias Convention Center - 14 min drive - 9.2 km

Getting around

  • Cartagena (CTG-Rafael Núñez Intl.) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Pescadería - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Presto - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Bar Restaurante Blas El Teso - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Donde Javier - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Sonesta Hotel Cartagena

Beach hotel with 3 outdoor pools
Sonesta Hotel Cartagena offers its guests 3 outdoor swimming pools, an outdoor tennis court, a 24-hour fitness centre, and a children's pool. There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a nearby snack bar/deli. For a drink, you can stop by one of the on-site bars, including 2 poolside bars and 2 bars/lounges. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a 24-hour business centre and meeting rooms. Event space at this hotel measures 2293 square feet (213 square metres) and includes a conference centre. A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly Sonesta Hotel Cartagena. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Free self parking is available. A complete renovation of Sonesta Hotel Cartagena was completed in June 2022.

This 4-star Cartagena hotel is smoke free.

  • 152 guestrooms or units
  • 12 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • 2 dining venues
  • 2 bars by the pool
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Conference rooms
  • 2293 sq ft of conference space
  • 213 sq. m of conference space
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Conference centre
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • ATM
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
Sonesta Hotel Cartagena offers 152 accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Rooms open to balconies. Beds feature premium bedding. 42-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Cartagena hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices). Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 poolside bars
  • 2 restaurants
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Restaurante Enso
  • Restaurante Palenke

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Outdoor tennis court

Family friendly

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lifeguards on site
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Conference centre (2,293 square foot of space)
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Direct access to the beach
  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 12 floors
  • 2 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Lifeguards
  • Renovated entire property - June 2022
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Late check-out fee: COP 450000

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
The lobby outdoor pool at this property will be undergoing maintenance every Tuesday or Wednesday following a holiday weekend; the beach access at this property will be undergoing maintenance every Monday or Tuesday following a holiday weekend; and the Spa and wet zones are closed every Monday or Tuesday following a holiday weekend.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 11 years old years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding. Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for COP 90000.0 per night.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • You may be required to pay VAT (19%) at the property. Non-resident travellers who pay using a foreign card or bank transfer and present a valid passport and tourist visa may be exempt from value-added tax (19%) on tourist package bookings (accommodation plus other travel service).

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: COP 40 per room (return)
  • Late check-out fee: COP 450000
  • Rollaway bed fee: COP 90000.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old.
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Visitors travelling with a child may be required by the property to present the following documents: at check-in, parents travelling into Colombia with a child under 18 may be obligated to present the child's birth certificate and photo ID (passport for non-Colombian citizens). If a relative or legal guardian is travelling into Colombia with the child, that relative or legal guardian may be obligated to present a notarised consent of travel signed by both parents, along with a copy of both parents' ID. If only one parent is travelling into Colombia with the child, that parent may be required to present a notarised consent of travel signed by the other parent. Visitors planning to travel with children should consult a Colombian consulate office in advance of travel for additional guidance.
  • Pool access available from 9 AM to 8 PM
  • Up to 2 children aged 11 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding. Children might not be eligible for free breakfast.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Sonesta Hotel Cartagena?

Sonesta Hotel Cartagena offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Sonesta Hotel Cartagena?

As of 3 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sonesta Hotel Cartagena on 4 Aug 2025 start from AU$190.74, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Sonesta Hotel Cartagena?

Yep, Sonesta Hotel Cartagena has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Sonesta Hotel Cartagena?

Yep, Sonesta Hotel Cartagena is a short 7-minute walk from La Boquilla Beach.

Does Sonesta Hotel Cartagena have a pool?

Sonesta Hotel Cartagena has 3 outdoor swimming pools and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella and with a drink from one of the bars. The pool is open 9 AM to 8 PM.

What luxury perks are available at Sonesta Hotel Cartagena?

Sonesta Hotel Cartagena features 2 poolside bars, 3 outdoor pools and 2 restaurants. All guestrooms come with premium bedding and 24-hour room service.

What makes Sonesta Hotel Cartagena a romantic place to stay?

24-hour room service, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Sonesta Hotel Cartagena.

Does Sonesta Hotel Cartagena serve breakfast?

Yeah, complimentary buffet brekkie is served daily between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Sonesta Hotel Cartagena?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Sonesta Hotel Cartagena?

Relax with a coldie at the 2 poolside bars or 2 lounge bars, and grab a meal at the onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Sonesta Hotel Cartagena?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Sonesta Hotel Cartagena?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Sonesta Hotel Cartagena Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 403 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 290 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 167 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 69 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 73 out of 1002 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paulo

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

alberto

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good people.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

carine

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Nisha Antonia Jasmine Mc, Westerhall

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sonesta Cartegena is a law suit waiting to happen. Imagine being placed in a room without a front door, or having your AC units pour puddles of water from the ceiling, and being unable to control the AC temperature, or turn it on or off because the wall mounted control refuses to work - or having maintenance attempt to fix the AC unit three times in three days - all to no avail. Imagine being dirty and unable to bathe for hours because the staff repeatedly fails to replenish daily linens and takes forever to respond to requests for linens. Or imagine having staff remove your ear-pods from your personal belongings in your room and travel to their home with it. Imagine eating breakfast and not having labels to tell you what your eating to avoid allergic reactions. Or even eating breakfast and seeing an unopened sanitary napkin and trash in the scenic pond next to you. I can say a lot more, but what I will say is that Expedia failed us by rating this a four-star hotel. It was certainly less than that.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

abraham

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness
no tenia toallas la habitacion nadie ayuda con las maletas al llegar hacer el check in fue dificil
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
the air conditioner are cool and not cold.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

JOSE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

philon, City of Orange

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Average
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Maya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Thumbs up for a short stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maxime

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hector Alonso Mesa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed the modern room with balcony which was convenient to dry swimsuits overnight, quiet A/C, direct beach access to a huge sandy beach with close proximity to excellent Encolombia kitesurfing and wingfoiling school. Pools are awesome. Taxi to historic city center cost 25K, taxis always available. Friendly staff, clean. Small supermarket and drug store next door.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Belinda

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
I don’t like how they don’t explain things to guests till after you check in ! They never mentioned that the fridge in the room was an extra cost. Being a guest you’ll think it’s complimentary. After checking out for 3 nights they gave us a fee or 50 saying we open and ate all the thing's in the fridge. It was 2 guest me and my friend, which is crazy. We were barely in the room. They are very hungry and wanted to argue with us about the price instead of satisfying GUEST they argue. Very unprofessional. We almost missed our flight because they wanted to argue and throw a price at us that we WEREN'T going to pay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

MARCELO

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Miguel Angel

Business traveller
A Few amenities in the room
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing hotel !

Amazing hotel ! Everything is great there. 5m to the beach and two pools for adults and kids. The people that work there are amazing!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Martha

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
All the staff members are great, very friendly and their service is excellent. The access to the beach is not very nice. The floor halls to access the rooms was is bad condition, there was a door with access to a closet or room and it was not finished, giving a bad impression. The room was excellent, good size, good bed and amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Kelys

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claudia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excelente hotel, customer service, clean areas and room, available all time transportation. Friendly staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jimmy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good Time in Cartenga

Staff was kind and helpful! Beach and pools were awesome
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

ANDRES MAURICIO

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Pesimo servicio

El aire acondicionado no funcionó, me.canbiaron de habitacion y la temperatura paso de 25 a 27C, una vergüenza Exigí la devolucion del dinero y no accedieron Son unos ladrones
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025