La Matuna

Cartagena

Photograph Archive of Cartagena, Colombia.
Photograph Archive of Cartagena, Colombia.
Photo of Castillo de San Felipe De Barajas, taken from Baluarte San Miguel de Chambacu, along the city wall.  Construction of the fortress commenced in 1536 and expanded in 1657.  It was added to the list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites in 1984.
Statue of La India Catalina, indigenous woman who was abducted and served as a guide/interpreter for Conquistadores.  Sculpted by Eladio Gil Zambrana in 1974 as a tribute to the Carib people who inhabited the area before the Spanish conquest.
View of the old town

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Mood Matuna Hotel Cartagena

Mood Matuna Hotel Cartagena

4 out of 5
Cra. 9a #32, La Matuna Cartagena Bolívar
The price is AED 561 per night from Mar 13 to Mar 14
AED 561
AED 561 total
13 Mar - 14 Mar
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cartagena. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Popular attractions Clock Tower ...
9/10 Wonderful! (462 reviews)
Nice room, nice location, clean

Reviewed on 26 February 2026

Mood Matuna Hotel Cartagena
 Terrazas Hotel Boutique

Terrazas Hotel Boutique

5 out of 5
Calle 32 No. 8-22, La Matuna Cartagena Bolívar
The price is AED 559 per night from Mar 4 to Mar 5
AED 559
AED 559 total
4 Mar - 5 Mar
Book a stay at this luxury B&B in Cartagena. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Clock Tower and Bocagrande Beach ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (96 reviews)
I had to switch hotels last minute. The staff was very nice and helpful. Loved the room very clean and amazing view. Will stay again. The chef for the continental breakfast was so polite

Reviewed on 3 March 2026

Terrazas Hotel Boutique
InterContinental Cartagena De Indias by IHG

InterContinental Cartagena De Indias by IHG

4 out of 5
Bocagrande Carrera 1 No. 5-01 Cartagena Bolivar
The price is AED 757 per night from Mar 15 to Mar 16
AED 757
AED 757 total
15 Mar - 16 Mar
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Cartagena. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,512 reviews)
No ocean view room but a beautiful propert still

Reviewed on 2 March 2026

InterContinental Cartagena De Indias by IHG
Hyatt Regency Cartagena

Hyatt Regency Cartagena

4.5 out of 5
Carrera 1 No 12-118 Cartagena CO
The price is AED 781 per night from Mar 6 to Mar 7
AED 781
AED 781 total
6 Mar - 7 Mar
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Cartagena. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,456 reviews)
The ocean room view was fantastic , beautiful view of the waters, room was spacious and clean

Reviewed on 2 March 2026

Hyatt Regency Cartagena
Dreams Karibana Cartagena Golf & Spa Resort - All Inclusive

Dreams Karibana Cartagena Golf & Spa Resort - All Inclusive

4 out of 5
Anillo Vial, Km 12, between Manzanillo Cartagena Bolivar
The price is AED 1,248 per night from Mar 7 to Mar 8
AED 1,248
AED 1,248 total
7 Mar - 8 Mar
Book a stay at this beach property in Cartagena. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free valet parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (981 reviews)
Wonderful!!!!!

Reviewed on 2 March 2026

Dreams Karibana Cartagena Golf & Spa Resort - All Inclusive
Hilton Cartagena

Hilton Cartagena

4.5 out of 5
Avenida Almirante Brion, El Laguito Cartagena
The price is AED 658 per night from Mar 9 to Mar 10
AED 658
AED 658 total
9 Mar - 10 Mar
Book a stay at this luxury resort in Cartagena. Enjoy free parking, 4 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,358 reviews)
Enjoyed our time here! Staff was great! And coffee shop nearby was a huge hit for our family!

Reviewed on 2 March 2026

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Church of St Peter Claver in Cartagena, Colombia

Cartagena Walled City

4.5/5(1,184 area reviews)

Cartagena Walled City is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Clock Tower and Bolivar Square while in the area.

Cartagena Walled City
Colombia , Cartagena de Indias is a Unesco Heritage World - Drone aerial view of Downtown of historic colonial Spanish city with colored houses and church in Getsemani district

Getsemani

Travelers come to Getsemani for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Plaza de la Trinidad and Los Pegasos Dock while you're in town.

Getsemani
Old Town

Cartagena Centro

Unique features of Cartagena Centro include the museums and historic sites. Make a stop by Plaza Santo Domingo or Bolivar Square while you're exploring the area.

Cartagena Centro
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DESTINATION: CENTRO HISTORICO Cartagena, Colombia -  Cartagena's old town is a beautiful explosion of colour and culture. It's easy to idle the time away juat wandering the streets, finding something different on every corner. Despite the old town being filled with boutique coffee shops, there's still a lot for the budget conscience traveller. 

HOW TO GET THERE: Cartagena has its own airport or you can catch a bus from other major cities in Colombia. 

WHERE TO STAY: Green House Hostel - Is in the centre of the Old Town and breakfast is free! Unfortunately accommodation in Cartagena doesn't come cheap. A bed in dorm room with a fan costs 11GBP/40,000COP per night. 

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San Diego

San Diego is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by House of Gabriel Garcia Marquez and Las Bovedas while in the area.

San Diego
Panoramic view of the San Felipe de Barajas Castle, Cartagena Colombia

Pie del Cerro

While Pie del Cerro isn't home to many top sights, Centro Comercial La Serrezuela and Clock Tower are some notable places to visit nearby.

Pie del Cerro
Cartagena skyline dominating caribbean coastline in colombia

El Cabrero

If you're spending some time in El Cabrero, El Cabrero Park and Del Cabrero Chapel are top sights worth seeing.

El Cabrero


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