Serena del Mar Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A beach with people swimming and a jet ski on the shore.

Activities

Black Lives Matter in the first free land in America, continuing the fight for equality.

Freedom Tour of Palenque

AU$157
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Freedom Tour of Palenque
Full-Day Volcano of Totumo

Full-Day Volcano of Totumo With Lunch, 5 pools and prívate Bach

AU$86
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Full-Day Volcano of Totumo With Lunch, 5 pools and prívate Bach
Cartagena: Rosario Islands and Playa Blanca Excursion with Snorkeling or Aquarium

Cartagena: Rosario Islands and Playa Blanca Excursion with Snorkeling or Aquarium

AU$112
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Cartagena: Rosario Islands and Playa Blanca Excursion with Snorkeling or Aquarium
2-hour tour in Cartagena Sunset View in party boat

2-hour tour in Cartagena Sunset View in party boat

AU$41
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
2-hour tour in Cartagena Sunset View in party boat
Street Food Tour in Cartagena

Street Food Tour in Cartagena

AU$74
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Street Food Tour in Cartagena
Our ecological symbol

All-inclusive beach tour from Cartagena

AU$43
per adult
All-inclusive beach tour from Cartagena
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Our pick of the best Serena del Mar Hotel Deals

Holiday Inn Express Cartagena Bocagrande by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Cartagena Bocagrande by IHG

4 out of 5
Avenida San Martin Cra 2 N 9-54 Cartagena Bolivar
The price is AU$191 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
AU$191
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cartagena. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,007 reviews)
"Staff , and location , near to the downtown , and beaches"

Reviewed on 9 Aug 2026

Holiday Inn Express Cartagena Bocagrande by IHG
ibis Cartagena Marbella

ibis Cartagena Marbella

3 out of 5
Avenida Santander #47-90 Cartagena Bolivar
The price is AU$93 per night from 29 Aug to 30 Aug
AU$93
29 Aug - 30 Aug
Stay at this beach hotel in Cartagena. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
ibis Cartagena Marbella
OZ Hotel Collection

OZ Hotel Collection

4.5 out of 5
6-164 Carrera 2 Cartagena
The price is AU$155 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
AU$155
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Stay at this luxury hotel in Cartagena. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Bocagrande Beach and Clock Tower are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (664 reviews)
"No comment"

Reviewed on 9 Aug 2026

OZ Hotel Collection
Hotel Caribe by Faranda Grand, a member of Radisson Individuals

Hotel Caribe by Faranda Grand, a member of Radisson Individuals

4 out of 5
Carrera 1a No 2-87 Cartagena Bolivar
The price is AU$248 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
AU$248
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Stay at this beach hotel in Cartagena. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,019 reviews)
"The hotel is beautiful in a comercial area. But the hotel inside and the staff is bad, poos communication what so ever they don’t explain anything to you to take your money, that’s all they want from you, staff with actitud always, NO communication or explanation of how things works but the last ..."

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2026

Hotel Caribe by Faranda Grand, a member of Radisson Individuals
Hilton Cartagena

Hilton Cartagena

4.5 out of 5
Avenida Almirante Brion, El Laguito Cartagena
The price is AU$267 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
AU$267
7 Sept - 8 Sept
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 rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,502 reviews)
"Staff was nice"

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2026

Hilton Cartagena
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 AU$969 per night from 22 Aug to 23 Aug
AU$969
22 Aug - 23 Aug
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! (498 reviews)
"The room was excellent and very clean."

Reviewed on 9 Aug 2026

Hotel Casa San Agustin
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Our guide on where to stay in Serena del Mar

Find the best Serena del Mar areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A coastal cityscape with a prominent cathedral and modern skyscrapers.

Cartagena Walled City

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.

A coastal cityscape at twilight with high-rise buildings, a beach, and a long swimming pool.

Bocagrande

Bocagrande is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Rio Cartagena Casino and Bocagrande Beach, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Cartagena.

A coastal town with a prominent church featuring a tall bell tower and a domed roof.

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.

A coastal cityscape with historic buildings, a marina, and a prominent church tower.

Cartagena Centro

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

A blue building with white and yellow doors, covered in green foliage and purple flowers.
Photo by Felipe Romero Serrano
Open Photo by Felipe Romero Serrano

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 Walls of Cartagena.

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