Cartagena Centro Travel Guide

Cartagena

Old Town
Old Town
I am obsessed with old stone work and ivy. Cartagena has some of the most stunning luxury villas like this one where I stayed over the summer. Quiet, peaceful, beautiful, and a true work of art. Check out Casa Don Sancho or Casa De Indias when you visit this Colombian waterfront city!
Cartagena's old city is guarded by a surrounding wall, completely made #InStone
Colorful Cartagena

Popular places to visit

Things to do


Top hotels in Cartagena Centro

Bastión Luxury Hotel

Bastión Luxury Hotel

4.5 out of 5
Calle del Sargento No. 6-87 Cartagena Bolivar
The price is Rp5.422.937 per night from 20 Jan to 21 Jan
Rp5.422.937
Rp5.422.937 total
20 Jan - 21 Jan
Stay at this luxury hotel in Cartagena. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,003 reviews)
Muy buena atención la coordinadora fue per

Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026

Bastión Luxury Hotel
Charleston Santa Teresa Cartagena

Charleston Santa Teresa Cartagena

5 out of 5
Carrera 3 # 31-23 Cartagena Bolivar
The price is Rp5.861.979 per night from 11 Feb to 12 Feb
Rp5.861.979
Rp5.861.979 total
11 Feb - 12 Feb
Stay at this luxury hotel in Cartagena. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (788 reviews)
Great

Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026

Charleston Santa Teresa Cartagena
Cinco Quintas Hotel Boutique

Cinco Quintas Hotel Boutique

4 out of 5
Carrera 6 #35-69 Cartagena Bolivar
The price is Rp4.513.689 per night from 20 Jan to 21 Jan
Rp4.513.689
Rp4.513.689 total
20 Jan - 21 Jan
Stay at this hotel in Cartagena. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (241 reviews)
Amazing place and luxurious The staff is superb and very helpful Great location breakfast options are amazing Maria at front desk was Amazing!! Will be back

Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026

Cinco Quintas Hotel Boutique
Hotel Casa San Agustin

Hotel Casa San Agustin

4.5 out of 5
Centro Calle de la Universidad No.36-44 Cartagena Bolivar
The price is Rp8.887.797 per night from 24 Jan to 25 Jan
Rp8.887.797
Rp8.887.797 total
24 Jan - 25 Jan
Stay at this luxury hotel in Cartagena. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (455 reviews)
Very nice hotel in the center of the old town in Cartagena. Very convenient and centrally located for sightseeing. Room was large and comfortable. Everything in the room was in good working condition. Very nice pool and patio area. Staff were friendly, helpful, and professional. Full and varied breakfast ...

Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

Hotel Casa San Agustin
Hotel Casa Don Luis by Faranda Boutique, a member of Radisson Individuals

Hotel Casa Don Luis by Faranda Boutique, a member of Radisson Individuals

4 out of 5
Cra. 5 #36-16 ,Calle del Cuartel Cartagena
The price is Rp6.408.616 per night from 20 Jan to 21 Jan
Rp6.408.616
Rp6.408.616 total
20 Jan - 21 Jan
Stay at this spa hotel in Cartagena. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (228 reviews)
Very friendly staff

Reviewed on 9 Oct 2025

Hotel Casa Don Luis by Faranda Boutique, a member of Radisson Individuals
Movich Hotel Cartagena de Indias

Movich Hotel Cartagena de Indias

4 out of 5
Calle de Vélez Danies #4-39 Cartagena Bolivar
The price is Rp7.958.346 per night from 20 Jan to 21 Jan
Rp7.958.346
Rp7.958.346 total
20 Jan - 21 Jan
Stay at this luxury hotel in Cartagena. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (562 reviews)
Room was clean and spacious, breakfast took over an hour to come out and chia bowl was not prepared properly. Also some mystery charges when checking out. Front desk did not explain well.

Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025

Movich Hotel Cartagena de Indias
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Other neighbourhoods around Cartagena Centro

Church of St Peter Claver in Cartagena, Colombia

Cartagena Walled City

4.5/5(24 area reviews)

Cartagena Walled City is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Clock Tower and Bolivar Square while you're in town.

Cartagena Walled City
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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 popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Las Bovedas or Centro Comercial La Serrezuela.

San Diego
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.

La Matuna

La Matuna is popular for its ample dining options, and you might make a stop by India Catalina Monument, a top place to visit in the area.

La Matuna
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Getsemani

Travellers 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
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El Cabrero

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

El Cabrero
The view of the "new city" skyscrapers of Cartagena from the old fortress.

Pie del Cerro

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Pie del Cerro and surrounding area, you can visit Centro Comercial La Serrezuela and Clock Tower.

Pie del Cerro


Cartagena Centro Travel Guide