• Swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Balcony
  • Air conditioning
  • Private Bathroom
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Safe
  • Baggage storage
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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. Shuttles to Rafael Nuñez Airport, 1.9 mi away can be arranged.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.2 for a two-person trip.

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Hotel chain/brand

Property Highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.2)

Breakfast Info

Buffet

Loyal Customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.6
Facilities
7.9
Cleanliness
8.4
Comfort
8.4
Value for money
7.9
Location
8.2
Free WiFi
8.1
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Haneefa
    Canada Canada
    Located near the airport, beautiful pools and kind staff.
  • Artur
    United States of America United States of America
    One of the best hotels in Cartagena. Amazing and well trained staff. One of the best in the coast aera.
  • Luis
    Panama Panama
    The staff are very nice. The place have a good restaurant

Hotel area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Restaurante Palenke
    • Cuisine
      International

Amenities of Sonesta Hotel Cartagena

Most popular amenities
  • 3 swimming pools
  • Free WiFi
  • Beachfront
  • Airport shuttle
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Fitness center
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
Outdoors
  • Beachfront
  • Sun deck
  • Balcony
Kitchen
  • Cleaning products
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Beach
  • Tennis court
Living Area
  • Sitting area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • iPod dock
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • Radio
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Minibar
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Front Desk Services
  • Private check-in/out
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • 24-hour front desk
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Suit press
    Additional charge
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Business center
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Pet bowls
  • Pet basket
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Wake-up service
  • Tile/Marble floor
  • Private entrance
  • Laptop safe
  • Elevator
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Suit press
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Wake-up service/Alarm clock
  • Room service
3 swimming pools
Pool 1 – outdoorFree!
  • Open all year
  • Infinity pool
  • Pool/Beach towels
  • Pool bar
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Beach umbrellas
Pool 2 – outdoorFree!
  • 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
  • Kids' pool
  • Fitness
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Fitness center
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Spanish

House rules

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Check-in

From 3:00 PM

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

Check-out

Until 12:00 PM

 

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 of all ages are welcome.

Children 12 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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

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

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 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.

Please note, according to the regulations of the national government and local municipalities, the COVID vaccination card will be mandatory for entry to restaurants from December 14, 2021 for those over 18 years of age and from December 28, 2021 for those over 12 years.

As per Colombia's tax laws Foreign visitors and Colombian citizens currently living outside Colombia are tax-exempt (19% VAT) when receive a PIP3, PIP5, PIP6, PIP10, TP7, TP11 stamp or TP12 visa upon entry to the country. Exemption only applies to room package rates (accommodations plus service). Permit must be shown upon arrival.

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.

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.

License number: 24587

FAQs about Sonesta Hotel Cartagena

  • 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

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

  • Room options at Sonesta Hotel Cartagena include:

    • Twin
    • Double

  • 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: 7.9).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Buffet

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

    • Fitness center
    • Tennis court
    • Beachfront
    • Beach
    • Fitness
    • Swimming pool

  • The nearest beach is 150 feet from Sonesta Hotel Cartagena. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Sonesta Hotel Cartagena is 4.3 miles from the center of Cartagena de Indias. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.