Palmarito Beach Hotel

3.0 star property
Beach hotel with a full-service spa and a private beach

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Palmarito Beach Hotel is a sun-kissed haven where you can unwind on the private beach, indulge in a spa treatment, or get active with kayaking and surfing. With amenities like an outdoor pool, 24-hour gym, beach bar, and free continental breakfast to start your day off right.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Gym
  • Hot Tub
  • On private beach
  • Spa
  • Bar

Room options

Available filters for rooms
Showing 6 of 6 rooms

Twin Room Standard

  • Sleeps 4

Double Room Standard

  • Sleeps 2

Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Netflix
Digital channels
Desk
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Double Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Netflix
Digital channels
Desk
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Deluxe Cabin

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Netflix
Digital channels
Desk
In-room safe
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Bungalow Superior with Garden View

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2

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About the neighborhood

Map
Calle 3 1-1, Playa Dorada, Cartagena, Bolivar, 130018

What's nearby

  • Playa de Punta Arena - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • San Fernando Fort - 18 min drive - 7.1 km

Getting around

  • Rafael Nunez Intl. Airport (CTG) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • Society Bar At Hilton
  • Restaurante Oh Caribe
  • Sunset Beach
  • Riquisimo BBQ Restaurante
  • El Muelle

About this property

Palmarito Beach Hotel

Hotel near Bocagrande Beach
You can look forward to free continental breakfast, a beach bar, and a free daily manager's reception at Palmarito Beach Hotel. With a private beach, beach massages, and surfing, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up some sun. Treat yourself to a massage, a manicure/pedicure, or a facial at the onsite spa. Enjoy the 24-hour gym, as well as activities like fishing, kayaking, and beach volleyball. In addition to a terrace and a garden, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with pool umbrellas and a lifeguard on site
  • Bike rentals, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and a front-desk safe
  • Wedding services, tour/ticket assistance, and beach umbrellas
  • A billiards/pool table, barbecue grills, and a 24-hour front desk
Room features
All guestrooms at Palmarito Beach Hotel include perks such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 50-inch flat-screen TVs with Netflix, streaming services, and digital channels
  • Daily housekeeping and desks

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM at scheduled times and on request

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • A restaurant
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Beach volleyball
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Fishing
  • Full-service spa
  • Hot tub
  • Kayaking
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Surfing/bodyboarding

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lifeguards on site
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On a private beach
  • Picnic area
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Lifeguards

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 4:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 25

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay free
Welcoming dogs only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • You may be required to pay VAT (19%) at the property. Nonresident travelers 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 have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 30000 per person (one-way)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 25 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

If you are traveling with a child your property may require you to present the following documents: Parents traveling into Colombia with a child under 18 may be required to present the child's birth certificate and photo ID (passport for non-Columbian citizens) upon check-in. If a relative or legal guardian is traveling into Colombia with the child, that relative or legal guardian may be required to present a notarized consent of travel signed by both parents and a copy of both parents' ID. If only one parent is traveling into Colombia with the child, that parent may be required to present a notarized consent of travel signed by the other parent. Visitors who plan to travel with children should consult with a Colombian consulate office prior to travel for further guidance.
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Palmarito Beach Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM–6:00 PM.

Is Palmarito Beach Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Palmarito Beach Hotel?

This hotel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Palmarito Beach Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 4:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Palmarito Beach Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for USD 25 (subject to availability).

Does Palmarito Beach Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs 6:00 AM–6:00 PM on request. A fee of USD 30000 per person applies.

Where is Palmarito Beach Hotel located?

Nestled on the beach, this Cartagena hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Playa de Punta Arena, Bocagrande Beach, and Castillo Grande Beach. El Laguito Beach and Castillo Grande Beach Plaza are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

Palmarito Beach Hotel Reviews

7.4

Good

7.4

Cleanliness

7.8

Location

8.0

Staff & service

7.4

Eco-friendliness

7.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 64 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 64 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 64 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 64 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 64 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Natalia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and awesome time to rest, reconnect and enjoy with nature!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Pro and con

The place was beautiful. Great to take photos and relax. Boat takes you directly from the main island to the hotel. But alot of people trying to sell you something or provide service even after saying no thank you. Food was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Alberto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Probably won´t be repeating

The hotel is nice, however be aware that their main business is the "pasadia" or day trips, so hundreds of people pay to come and spend the day there. It is extremely noisy and full during the day, especially on weekends. Pictures look amazing, but they were probably taken at 6 am when nobody was there, because during the day the beach is packed. We were really mostly able to enjoy the place after 4pm when everybody left. The rooms are OK, newly renovated and nice, however most rooms have no windows, and therefore no natural light. We ended up leaving 2 days before our planned date. Food is pretty good with a varied menu.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
One of the things I liked about staying at Palmarito was that they include round transportation and you don’t have to pay the Port fee since the boat doesn’t leave from la Bodeguita. The property as a whole is very nice and looks safe. However, it’s a private beach but you still have outside vendors harassing you to buy stuff just like public beaches. Lunch wasn’t great! It is a “buffet” but you can only go one time and they will do it for you! Lunch is like $40,000 cop per person. Breakfast was really good. Room and bathroom was super spacious and very clean. You have all you need. If you are staying, beach won’t be empty probably until 4pm and they close it at 6pm. Pool area wasn’t very clean. At night, was very quite and not beach vibes. Not sure if they have parties only Saturdays or certain days but during the night , you have nothing to do.

4/10 Poor

Karla

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Smells like gasoline due to the beach activities. Very loud, NO relaxing.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay for a romantic getaway… clean and fun, very friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

diego

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exlente lugar descanso y placer
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harold

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Thank you Palmarito for a wonderful stay. I wish I could have stayed one more night . The only feedback I have is that their cocktails are not the best and too light for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Maritza

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
PONEN ANUCIOS ENGANOSOS NO COMPRAR LA A HABITACION DELUX POR QUE NO TE VA A TOCAR CON EL JACUZZI SE LO VAN A VENDER A OTRO Y TE VAN A DAR LA A HABITACION QUE ELLOS QUIERAN.

2/10 Terrible

Maritza

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
SE ENFOCAN EN DAR PREORIDAD A OTROS Y LOS QUE COMPRANPOR INTERNET NO OPTIENEN JACUZZI EN EL INTERNET NO TE GARANTISAN NADA PERO TE COBRAN COMO SI TUVIERAN.

6/10 Okay

ROSITA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Estadía regular

La habitación bien limpia, la cama dura, en las noches algún animal caminaba en el techo de la habitación. La limpieza del complejo no era muy adecuada había basura por algunas partes, hay perros callejeros que molestan, la piscina estaba en remodelación y no avisaron antes de reservar. No había mucha variedad de comida en el menú. El personal muy amable.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

4/10 Poor

Nadia

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Probably worst hotel I ever stayed at Pros: cold AC, mini fridge in room Cons: dirty sheets, dirty towels, dirty shower, limited breakfast with flies, birds, and bees surrounding food and drink, multiple dogs in dining area, dirty pool, dirty lounge chairs in pool area, vendors harassing when sitting beach side, no assistance with luggage upon arrival l, insects/ants/roaches in hotel room
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Will

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fish for dinner? Delicious! Eggs and rolls for breakfast? Running and stale! Cocktails? Excellent!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

6/10 Okay

christian

Liked: Cleanliness

Estadía regular

El hotel en este momento está en remodelación, las habitaciones son un poco pequeñas , el servicio de desayuno muy malo , es otro tipo de ambiente , ya que es una isla por lo que no se encuentra mucho que hacer , pero si se va de modo relax es Perfecto
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Súper
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
El staff muy amable un poco incomodo llegar en lancha si tienes impedimento de caminar buena vista de la ciudad de Bocagrande la comida rica recomiendo las pastas y de bebida recomiendo las lemonada ceresadas.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place
Stayed 1 night in May 2021

8/10 Good

Luis Eduardo

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

Que buen Hotel

Excelente instalaciones, la comodidad y el servicio del personal del hotel. Lo mejor la playa muy privada. Me encantaría volver.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

ALEX

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

Recomendado para dias de relax

Excelente lugar para pasar unos dias de relax, al igual que cartagena deben de limitar o controlar a los vendedores
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

JUAN S

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020

2/10 Terrible

VickiB, CA, USA

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
When we arrived, they did not have our reservation. I am not sure if this is the fault of Expedia or the hotel, but it was very inconvenience after traveling 8 hours to Cartagena. The place was not as picture-esque as the photos. I wouldn't suggest it as it didn't seem there was a lot of people there and we were concerned about the rooms and if they would be secure. We didn't even stay, we left because we didn't feel as safe. We were three girls through and I'm sure the staff was fine but we just wanted to feel secure.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Do not set your expectations too high for this property. When arrived it looked nice, but as the day went on the workers kept coming for your drink orders, but wouldn’t clean up the finished cups. The pool was nice, but when we asked for a towel at the front area staff said 4:04pm no more towels for the day. They stop handing out towels at 4pm, wasn’t told that.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Was god, staff very cooperative. Estuvo bueno, sus empleados muy cooperativos.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Syed Yahya

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hors saison très calme

La première (mauvaise) surprise est que j'ai dû rester une nuit à Cartagena parce que je suis arrivé trop tard, la dernière liaison pour l'île (un bateau qui amène et ramène les clients) est à 17h00, dernière limite (en fait, c'est plutôt 16h30). Si vous êtes habitué a bien manger, c'est assez difficile d'être satisfait des menus proposés. Le personnel est très très sympa (mais vraiment !), mais ils n'ont pas le sens du détail. Je n'ai pas le droit de me plaindre, vu le prix très avantageux hors saison, mais il est certain qu'ils peuvent attirer plus de clientèle haute gamme s'ils font l'effort de proposer une cuisine un peu plus raffinée et bien présenter (lire : "appétissante"). Pour ma part, comme je veille très sérieusement sur tout ce que j'avale, ce n'est pas une partie de plaisir... Le week-end, c'est bondé de monde, et c'est plutôt bruyant ou génial, selon, (musique non-stop jusque tard dans la soirée). Par sécurité, il y a une barrière qui protège l'hôtel la nuit , difficile alors de se baigner à des heures fantastiques...dommages. La mer est si chaude est agréable. Quelques petites lanternes la nuit pourrait bien faire la différence, même hors saison. Pour visiter Cartagena, il y a un bateau qui part vers 08h30. Les trajets aller-retour (1 par jour) sont inclus dans le prix. Je reviendrai sans doute à cet endroit, hors saison (car je suppose que c'est bondé en haute saison), rien pour retrouver les visages souriants qui m'ont beaucoup plu.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019

2/10 Terrible

FREDDY

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service

No lo recomiendo!!!!!

El lugar en donde se encuentra ubicado el hotel a nivel de playa es muy bonito, pero en cuanto el hotel no cuenta con un servicio constante de limpieza en las habitaciones, tuvimos un percance de salud a media noche y no cuenta con una unidad de primeros auxilios ni con transporte inmediato para transado de tierra bomba a cartagena. Con respecto a la comida no es muy buena... no recomiendo este hotel para servicio de hospedaje. Para disfrutar de las hermosas playas y vista del lugar es preferible tomar el servicio de pasadia
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019