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The 16 Best Boutique Hotels in Cartagena

The 16 Best Boutique Hotels in Cartagena

Cartagena offers its visitors a lot. From the cobbled streets lined with pretty colonial buildings in the UNESCO World Heritage Site Old Town to the soft white sand beaches just outside the city. Due to how well preserved the historic city is, it is unique in the choice of boutique hotels it has which are mostly located in converted colonial buildings. Our hotel experts have long favoured a boutique stay and so have made a collection of the best boutique hotels in Cartagena to help you choose the right property for you. Whether you are planning a luxury break, a romantic escape or even a getaway with the family — there is something to suit most tastes and budgets here. So why not browse through our collection to start planning your next trip?

For couples

La Passion is a beautiful 18th-century palace with traditional facades and classical suites to match. Expect chequered stone floors, romantic balconies, four poster beds, pastel walls, gilt mirrors and winding staircases. Complete with a stunning rooftop swimming pool and cocktail bar — this is a lovely base for couples.

For the nightlife

El Marques Hotel Boutique is an elegant boutique hotel set in a traditional colonial house dating back to the 16th century. This hotel has long been renowned to throw a good party! The likes of Yoko Ono and John Lennon have been guests here. A great option for the young and trendy.

For the history

Hotel Casa La Factoria is a boutique hotel tucked away in a colonial-era property in central Cartagena. A wooden gallery lines the hotel's interior courtyard, hiding an azure swimming pool and terrace. Guestrooms feel historic, with exposed stone walls and wooden beams — a characterful stay.
Hotel Casa del Arzobispado is a grand 17th-century home turned into a characterful boutique stay. Expect original features aplenty with colonial artworks, religious pieces, a central courtyard, and terracotta tiled floors. While a spa, Egyptian cotton sheets, and courtyard pool add a contemporary touch.
Ananda Hotel Boutique is a colonial boutique hotel located in the heart of the Old Town. Rooms have elegant, classic interiors featuring local textiles and native wood accents. With a pool and rooftop cocktail bar — this is a sophisticated city stay.

For an intimate stay

Hotel Aguamarina is a characterful boutique hotel set in the heart of the historic centre. With just four rooms, this is perfect to rent out in its entirety with friends or family. Despite its small size, the property has excellent amenities including a spa, pool, and restaurant.
Casa La Cartujita is a stylish property featuring 16th-century colonial architecture with modernist chic rooms as well as a small indoor pool. Located in the heart of the city, this small seven-room property is a charming city base.

For great value

Hotel Casa Pizarro is a chic boutique hotel set amongst the colourful streets of the bohemian Getsemani area. Rooms range from spacious doubles to vast suites. With reams of boutique style and rooms starting below the $100 mark, this is a very well-priced stay.

For luxury

Amarla Boutique Hotel is a stunning adult-only boutique hotel in the heart of the old town. Seven individually designed rooms are filled with unique artisanal pieces and attention to detail is superb. Think silk robes, Egyptian cotton bedding and bespoke furnishings. A rooftop pool, plus delicious food complete the picture.
Casa Pestagua is renowned as the "most beautiful house in Cartagena". Set in an 18th-century mansion with bags of period charm and just eleven bedrooms, this is a unique stay. Best yet, there's a fabulous spa and restaurant too.

For a beach escape

Eteka is a tropical island paradise ten minutes by boat from Cartagena. Popular with day-trippers, the beach lounge and hotel offer quaint cabanas to rest your head. Enjoy city views across the sea from a tree-house or hammock. A boho beach resort.

For families

Casa del Coliseo is a chic boutique property set in a 17th-century building which has been beautifully renovated with a cool contemporary style. Spacious rooms mix modern and traditional styles and a pool has been placed on the rooftop. Extra beds can be provided for children and there's a babysitting service too.
Bovedas de Santa Clara is a chic boutique with white on-white style throughout featuring beamed ceilings and natural objects as artwork. With spacious family suites and a central location meaning sites and restaurants are within walking distance, this is an easy choice for families.

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- Hotel Casa Pizarro Cartagena (Calle del pozo Número 25-56) 15 rooms from £75
  
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  Romantic Break  -  For a romantic stay, book the Deluxe Jacuzzi Room which has a beautifully styled interior courtyard with an enormous hot tub
  Local exploring  -  Set in Getsemani, a bohemian neighbourhood with colourful streets, this is the ideal area for exploring the city on foot
  Value chic  -  With reams of boutique style and rooms starting below the $100 mark, this is a very well-priced stay
  Cooking classes  -  Take a cooking class with one of the hotel's chefs and learn dishes of the Caribbean region
  
  A chic boutique hotel set amongst the colourful streets of the bohemian Getsemani area. Rooms range from spacious doubles to vast suites. One of the best has an internal courtyard with a romantic hot tub for two. Breakfasts are served on the roof terrace and there's a pretty courtyard pool. See More
  
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- La Passion Cartagena (Bolivar) 8 rooms from £129
  
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  Sights nearby  -  Situated in the heart of the historical centre of Cartagena, the hotel arranges guided walking tours of the Old Town
  Sailing  -  Hire a yacht and explore the beautiful islands of Rosario and Baru
  Boutique  -  A charming boutique hotel set in a mansion dating back to 1820
  Romantic Break
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  A beautiful 18th century palace with traditional facades and classical suites to match. Chequered stone floors, romantic balconies, four poster beds, pastel walls, gilt mirrors and winding staircases. Stunning roof top swimming pool and cocktail bar. Very ethereal. See More
  
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- El Marques Hotel Boutique Provincia de Cartagena 8 rooms from £140
  
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  Weddings  -  There are several areas that can be used for weddings and events plus there's an experienced chef and staff to help organise
  Lively  -  The hotel has long been renowned to throw a good party! The likes of Yoko Ono and John Lennon have been guests here
  Local exploring  -  Well positioned in the historic centre of Cartagena, this is ideal for those who want to explore the city by foot
  Historic  -  A grand colonial mansion dating back to the 16th century with many original features remaining
  
  An elegant boutique hotel set in a traditional colonial house dating back to the 16th century. An all-suite stay, rooms are airy and light with simple modern furniture, whitewashed walls, and original features. There's an outdoor pool and courtyard restaurant. A stylish city stay. See More
  
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- Hotel Aguamarina Cartagena (Centro Histórico) 4 rooms from £148
  
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  Local exploring  -  Well located in the historic centre with the Plaza, the Calle Santo Domingo, and Parque de Bolívar all nearby
  Boutique  -  Despite its small size the property has excellent amenities including a spa, pool, and restaurant
  Groups  -  With just four rooms, this is perfect to rent out in its entirety with friends or family
  Sights nearby  -  Visit nearby historic sites such as the Puerta del Reloj, the only entrance to the walled city
  
  A characterful boutique hotel set in the heart of the historic centre. The four suites are all individually styled but each has a heavy-set four-poster bed, high ceilings, and original features. With a spa, a rooftop pool, and a restaurant — you will have everything you need here. A luxe city base. See More
  
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- Hotel Casa La Factoria Provincia de Cartagena 28 rooms from £149
  
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  Romantic Break  -  This grown-up boutique bolt-hole is perfect for a romantic escape, with a secret terrace and swimming pool plus a spa
  Local exploring  -  Explore this UNESCO-listed world heritage city easily from this hotel, with many attractions within walking distance
  City Style  -  Set in a heritage property in central Cartagena, this hotel has lots of local city style
  Sights nearby  -  Visit the Castillo de San Felipe de Barajas, a colonial-era fortress which now offers tours
  Recommended by  -  Tablet
  
  A boutique hotel tucked away in a colonial-era property in central Cartagena. A wooden gallery lines the hotel's interior courtyard, hiding an azure swimming pool and terrace. Guestrooms feel historic, with exposed stone walls and wooden beams - a characterful stay in this UNESCO heritage city. See More
  
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- Hotel Casa del Arzobispado Cartagena 10 rooms from £156
  
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  Romantic Break  -  With atmospheric rooms, the opportunity for couples' massages, and a grown-up feel — this is perfect for a romantic getaway
  Historic  -  A traditional house set around a pretty courtyard, dating back to the 17th century, and with reams of original style
  Charming  -  Interiors are utterly charming with colonial art, original religious pieces, traditional fabrics, and unique objects
  Boutique  -  With individualised service, just a handful of rooms, and plenty of character, this is a classic boutique choice
  
  A grand 17th-century home turned into a characterful boutique stay. Expect original features a-plenty with colonial artworks, religious pieces, a central courtyard, and terracotta tiled floors. A spa, Egyptian cotton sheets, and courtyard pool add a contemporary touch. A chic city crashpad. See More
  
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- Ananda Hotel Boutique Cartagena (Centro) 23 rooms from £171
  
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  City Style  -  Situated in a heritage property with classic interiors, this hotel has plenty of local Cartagenan style
  Local exploring  -  Located Cartagena's vibrant old town, this hotel is perfectly placed for local exploring in the city
  Romantic Break  -  Couples love the hotel's interior patio pool and the romantic rooftop terrace
  Sights nearby  -  Visit the San Agustin Convent; now part of Cartegena University, this impressive building dates back to the 16th century
  
  This colonial boutique hotel is located in the heart of Cartagena's old town. Rooms have elegant, classic interiors featuring local textiles and native wood accents; book a split-level suite for a teak-panelled terrace. Lounge by the pool or sip cocktails at the rooftop bar; a chic heritage hotel. See More
  
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- Casa Pestagua Cartagena 11 rooms from £308
  
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  City Style  -  A beautiful converted palace features carved stone windows, courtyards and royal palms
  Hot Tub  -  Soak in the rooftop hot tub and admire the amazing views over the city
  Swimming Pool  -  Large outdoor pool
  Views  -  Great views from hotel
  Recommended by  -  Tablet
  
  An absolute gem of laid-back style in a historic location with enormous bedrooms and bathrooms and a fabulous spa offering exotic luxurious treatments. See More
  
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- Hotel Capellan de Getsemani Cra 9 No. 29 - 52 - Cartagena de Indias 30 rooms from £197
  
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  Boutique  -  A gorgeous historic building with chic contemporary style. Rooms are generously sized and there are plenty of little luxuries
  Romantic Break  -  Enjoy romantic rooftop dinners and sleep in one of the Premium rooms that comes complete a private hot tub on the terrace
  Foodies  -  The real heart of the hotel is Clero Restaurant which serves Colombian cuisine with its Caribbean and Creole flavours
  Local exploring  -  Located just outside the old city centre this is a great base for exploring this scenic city on foot
  Recommended by  -  Tablet
  
  A luxury boutique hotel set just outside the historic centre. Spacious rooms and capacious suites are utterly spoiling with original features and stylish modern furniture; the best have private hot tubs. There's a stunning rooftop pool & a standout restaurant serving Colombian fare. A chic stay. See More
  
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- Casa del Coliseo Cartagena (Calle del Coliseo #35-23) 11 rooms from £208
  
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  Boutique  -  A chic property set in a 17th century building which has been beautifully renovated with cool contemporary style
  Local exploring  -  A chic property right in the historic centre, ideal for exploring the sights by foot
  Families  -  Extra bed can be arranged for children and there's a babysitting service
  Sights nearby  -  Visit the grand palace Castillo de San Felipe de Barajas
  
  A beautifully renovated colonial house in the heart of the historic centre. Enormous rooms feature beamed ceilings, white washed walls and a mix of contemporary and antique furniture. Boasting a rooftop pool and BBQ area. Rent the whole house or just a room. Fabulous. See More
  
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- Hotel Boutique Bovedas Cartagena 18 rooms from £233
  
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  Local exploring  -  Located in the historical centre of Cartagena de Indias and within easy reach of the city's attractions
  Boutique  -  Expect chic contemporary interiors inside this beautiful 19th century republican building
  Birdwatching  -  Spend a morning birdwatching at Cienaga de la Virgen
  Romantic  -  Good for couples.
  
  A boutique property in the heart of Cartagena de Indias. White on white throughout with beamed ceilings and natural objects as artwork. Rooms are well proportioned and have a whimsical, romantic air. Well located for city exploring or for heading out into the surrounding mountain range. Very chic. See More
  
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- Amarla Boutique Hotel Cartagena (Centro) 7 rooms from £297
  
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  Adult Only
  Sights nearby  -  Located in the heart of the old city, you can see most of the highlights on foot
  Cooking classes  -  Learn the ins and outs of Colombian cuisine from the in-house chef
  Restaurant  -  La Gloria restaurant serves delicious Colombian cuisine
  
  A stunning adult-only boutique hotel in the heart of the old town. Seven individually designed rooms are filled with unique artisanal pieces. Attention to detail includes superb silk robes, Egyptian cotton bedding and bespoke furnishings. A rooftop pool, plus delicious food, complete the picture. See More
  
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- Eteka Cartagena de Indias, Tierra Bomba 7 rooms from £141
  
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  Groups  -  At weekends the island becomes a party hub, which is perfect for groups of friends looking for a good time
  Total relaxation  -  Come here in the week to relax and recoup after the energy of Cartagena with a perfect low-key party vibe
  Beach Life  -  Enjoy meals under swaying palm trees, walk barefoot through golden sand and swim in warm tropical waters
  Sailing  -  Charter a boat trip to explore the nearby protected Rosario Islands for pristine waters and empty beaches
  
  Tropical island paradise 10 minutes boat from Cartagena. Popular with day-trippers, the beach lounge and hotel offers quaint cabanas to rest your head; think ethnic rugs, locally-made furniture and sea-blue shutters. Enjoy city views across the sea from a tree-house or hammock. Boho beach-resort. See More
  
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- Casa La Cartujita Cartagena 7 rooms from £164
  
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  Local exploring  -  There are plenty of sights within walking distance or you can simply take a leisurely stroll around and get to know the area
  Short break  -  The hotel is situated in Cartagena's historic old town and so is a perfect base from which to explore the city
  Beach nearby  -  Just minutes away from the nearest beach
  Sights nearby  -  Go visit Cartagena's Walls, Bolivar Park, the Palace of the Inquisition or a number of other local sights
  
  Casa La Cartujita is situated in central Cartagena. This stylish property features 16th century colonial architecture with modernist and chic rooms as well as a small indoor pool. Head up to the solarium and work on your tan or go off exploring the area. An incredibly upmarket and elegant city spot! See More
  
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