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Cartagena District Lodges | Places to Stay in Cartagena District
Discover the best Lodges in Cartagena District, Bolivar Department including Mistica Island Hostel, Hotel San Basilio de Palenque, Hotel Casa Logos Comfort Stay, Eco hotel La Cocotera, Hotel Casa Pedro Romero, Mistica Island Hostel, Hotel Sunset Beach, Eco Hotel Las Flores, Hostel Ichtus, Dahlandia - Isla Mucura.
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1. Mistica Island Hostel
Overall Ratings
4 based on 194 reviews
A mistical paradise island lost in the Caribbean. Come and live the magic: crystal sea water, white sand beach, wild life animals walking next to you and the amazing flavour of our Caribbean gastronomy. Respect for nature led us to build 3 different "houses" that merge with the exuberant surroundings of the Caribbean, letting those whom rest here live a 360º experience.
One bad apple?
Reviewed By ijmirkThis island is already a destination off the beaten track (less than half a km2 in size!) and the hotel is also not your every day hotel. But you know that when you book it and that's why you book it. However, priding yourself in being laid-back is fine, until 'laid-back' becomes 'lazy.' It seems all the staff that have interaction with the guests - apart from occasionally the person behind the bar - are ex-pats. At least some of them on a scheme that offers work experience abroad on a voluntary base. And when I was there, in one instance that showed. The person did not seem it necessary to make an effort. And when that person at some point becomes a link in a chain of command, things go wrong because this particular employee couldn't care less. The toilet in my cabin (which did not have a toilet seat btw), did not function, I reported it, it went through this person, so nothing happened. And we specifically chose (and paid for) a cabin with private bathroom. On the other hand, the other employees were professional or very nice. So should I let one bad apple justify a bad review? One thing: when you are a small establishment, one bad apple can make a big difference. Maybe there is an issue with motivating the ex-pat staff.
2. Hotel San Basilio de Palenque
Overall Ratings
5 based on 20 reviews
The Hotel is ethnocultural type, highlights the population of San Basilio de Palenque, declared by UNESCO as intangible heritage of humanity for their cultural traditions, music and dance, traditional medicine, funeral rites, its Creole language product mix Spanish, African Bantu, Portuguese and French. It is located 45 minutes from Cartagena by public transport. A 20 minutes away is the town of San Jacinto, known for its production of handicrafts and musical instruments, and just 5 minutes you can take a ride by the native Canos through the Magdalena River (Canal del Dique).
The grounds are beautiful
Reviewed By TravelingRonnieOTIf you have a group trip and want some level of privacy I recommend this hotel! Off the beaten path somewhere between Cartagena and Palenque, this Hotel was a treat as a stop on the Palenque Tour. We had a delicious breakfast (several options so if you choose American fare it’s available). Horseback riding, the most loveable black Labrador retriever and birds are there for your access. The parrot talks and says some “interesting” things. He’s free but his wings are clipped. The pool is nice but I chose to look at all of the AMAZING ART all over the property. A group of 10 could come here and Turn up!!! Like they own the whole place! Food was so good!!!!
3. Hotel Casa Logos Comfort Stay
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 89 reviews
The house that gives life to the Comfort Stay, Casa Logos, is one that has at least two hundred years of history, and that has sheltered the most diverse characters and anecdotes in the Heroic Cartagena de Indias. Located in the walled city of Cartagena, Casa Logos, offers a pleasant, comfortable and exclusive rest. Casa Logos has four rooms named after special stories and events surrounding the house, these are La Tablada, Bernabe, Genoveva and Bocachica, Where the colonial air, merges with modern touches and a sense of the Mediterranean, making your stay a complete experience of the senses. Always offering our guests the best personalized service, breakfast, room service, terrace, viewpoint with jacuzzi and unlimited Wi-Fi access.
Beautiful relax stay
Reviewed By gatienbonnereauWe spent 3 nights there and it was just perfect especially ‘el desayuno’ with a staff very careful and committed. Hotel very well placed in the heart of the old town but not in the busiest area. Boutique hotel with only 4 rooms that will let you enjoy la vida de Cartagena
4. Eco hotel La Cocotera
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 59 reviews
Day trip nightmare
Reviewed By ysabelg1446My family and me booked this day trip to this beach, they offered private beach, chairs, welcoming coctel, drinks and food. When we arrived to the beach the small group they offer to be, turning in a full patch with a lot of people and not enough services to provide. This people not only didn’t delivery their promise but also was very rude and un polite. When we try to ask for what we paid they in repeat occasions tell us, that didn’t was their problem and also also said that we need to fix the problem ourselves. I do not recommend to anyone take the risk to go there, go somewhere else
5. Hotel Casa Pedro Romero
Overall Ratings
4 based on 71 reviews
Is a beautiful colonial house, located in the historic city center, close from the sea in the traditional neighborhood Gethsemani.Has 4 exclusive and confortable rooms each 27m2 large, all equiped with: Double Beds, private bathroom, Air cond., fan, Wi-Fi, LCD TV with TV cable, telephone.The house offers an nice courtyard, where you can enjoy outdoor breakfast, sunbathe, read, drink, etc.
More a casa than a hotel
Reviewed By Road39424876022+ Very good location, close to the vibrant Plaza de la Trinidad with its great street food and lively atmosphere; simple and (daily!) clean rooms; TV and A/C, nice little courtyard with plants and shade; great breakfast: all freshly prepared by one of the employees: tasty arepas and eggs, fresh fruit, juice and coffee. Both employees we met were very nice and attentive! + We were very lucky to get one of the rooms looking to the courtyard: spectacularly quiet given all the noise coming from close-by Plaza de la Trinidad… We suppose the two rooms on the street side are not as comfortable for that reason. The house is super calm, which we really appreciated. Important note: it is much more a «casa» than a hotel, with only four rooms, a corridor/hall and open kitchen next to the courtyard. It is important to know this, since there is no real reception or present staff all day/night long. – We were asked for our arrival time on Booking which we gave, yet when arriving at the front door – without bell - no one came to open after knocking… until a young guest very nicely came up to do it. Inside we then met one employee, who was actually unaware of our arrival. She was very nice and concerned, and then quickly finished preparing the room. So a little bit disorganised on that part from the administration… – We were informed upon arrival that only payment by cash is accepted, which is not what is mentioned on Booking. Fortunately, another employee had a little card-reading device with her so luckily we could pay by card. It seems there is a bit of a grey zone there (see other comments from guests regarding this). It would be a great disadvantage to not be able to pay by card, since you get to such large sums in Colombian pesos and you do not really want to walk around with huge rolls of money... – For longer stays, bear in mind that the breakfast will be the same everyday, between arepas and toasts with eggs, but juice and fruit might slightly vary. For people with special diets it is not very accommodating. – The whole «casa» could get a brush of fresh paint as it seems worn down. The mattress was old and had a broken spring. It would make a great difference if the state of things was in better shape, even if the whole house remains simple and modest.
6. Mistica Island Hostel
Overall Ratings
4 based on 194 reviews
A mistical paradise island lost in the Caribbean. Come and live the magic: crystal sea water, white sand beach, wild life animals walking next to you and the amazing flavour of our Caribbean gastronomy. Respect for nature led us to build 3 different "houses" that merge with the exuberant surroundings of the Caribbean, letting those whom rest here live a 360º experience.
One bad apple?
Reviewed By ijmirkThis island is already a destination off the beaten track (less than half a km2 in size!) and the hotel is also not your every day hotel. But you know that when you book it and that's why you book it. However, priding yourself in being laid-back is fine, until 'laid-back' becomes 'lazy.' It seems all the staff that have interaction with the guests - apart from occasionally the person behind the bar - are ex-pats. At least some of them on a scheme that offers work experience abroad on a voluntary base. And when I was there, in one instance that showed. The person did not seem it necessary to make an effort. And when that person at some point becomes a link in a chain of command, things go wrong because this particular employee couldn't care less. The toilet in my cabin (which did not have a toilet seat btw), did not function, I reported it, it went through this person, so nothing happened. And we specifically chose (and paid for) a cabin with private bathroom. On the other hand, the other employees were professional or very nice. So should I let one bad apple justify a bad review? One thing: when you are a small establishment, one bad apple can make a big difference. Maybe there is an issue with motivating the ex-pat staff.
7. Hotel Sunset Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 4 reviews
Quasi en face de la plage
Reviewed By christian jHalte à Carthagène des Indes, nous y avons passé qu' une nuit. Hôtel sans prétention, mais très bon marché, propre et accueillant. Pour dormir, il fait largement l'affaire, et dans sa catégorie (pas d'étoile) je le note très bien. Egalement parking sécurisé et fermé pour la nuit, ce qui évite de décharger tous les bagages.
8. Eco Hotel Las Flores
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 5 reviews
Overpriced
Reviewed By timschouwenburgThe price is too high for what they offer you. Showers do not work and the breakfast is simple. It all looks very boring. The owner is a lovely lady, but the price is way too high when you compare it to other hostals.
9. Hostel Ichtus
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 20 reviews
Lovely staff. Basic accommodation.
Reviewed By WallisimoMy girlfriend and I loved our 1 night stay here. It was just the two of us staying at the hostel which probably made it even more tranquil. The accommodation is basic and it was at times challenging sleeping under a mosquito net, in the heat, without air conditioning or a fan, but we enjoyed the simple life for one night. The guy who worked at the hostel was extremely helpful and made sure we were happy at all times. He didn’t speak much English but we all patiently communicated through Google Translate. He arranged for our boat trip back to Cartagena. The toilet and showers were basic but were far nicer than others I found on Playa Blanca.
10. Dahlandia - Isla Mucura
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 19 reviews
Dahlandia is a place in Mucura Island. Here you can enjoy the sea, Caribbean food and beautiful sunsets. We offer tours to the coral reefs, to Santa Cruz del Islote (local fishing community) and visit the luminescent plankton at night in Tintipán Island. We have a little bar in the beach where beer and cocktails are sold
Asked for more money
Reviewed By Anders BI booked a night with them online and did my travel plans accordingly. Later they come back to tell me that they want more money - and that if I did not accept, they would cancel my reservation. Very unprofessional.
