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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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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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Sofitel Legend Santa Clara Cartagena

Sofitel Legend Santa Clara Cartagena

5 out of 5
Calle Del Torno, 39 - 29 Cartagena Bolivar
The price is AU$685 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
AU$685
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Stay at this spa resort in Cartagena. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
The Hotel is amazing, the staff was incredibly nice. Breakfast had heaps to choose from and local cuisine.

Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026

Sofitel Legend Santa Clara Cartagena
Bastión Luxury Hotel

Bastión Luxury Hotel

4.5 out of 5
Calle del Sargento No. 6-87 Cartagena Bolivar
The price is AU$475 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
AU$475
1 Mar - 2 Mar
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! (1,005 reviews)
Elegante pero el posillo de café sin plato y falta de servilletas al desayuno fue lo único que nos dejó mal.

Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026

Bastión Luxury Hotel
Privado Designer Boutique Hotel

Privado Designer Boutique Hotel

4 out of 5
3848 Cra. 7 Cartagena Bolívar
The price is AU$341 per night from 10 Feb to 11 Feb
AU$341
10 Feb - 11 Feb
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Cartagena. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Clock Tower and Bocagrande Beach are ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (132 reviews)
The staff was kind and helpful, the property is BEAUTIFUL, the location is excellent and get the breakfast - it was a perfect start to the day. I would absolutely stay here again!

Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026

Privado Designer Boutique Hotel
Nacar Hotel Cartagena, Curio Collection by Hilton

Nacar Hotel Cartagena, Curio Collection by Hilton

4 out of 5
Calle del Curato No. 38 - 99 Cartagena Bolivar
The price is AU$356 per night from 10 Feb to 11 Feb
AU$356
10 Feb - 11 Feb
Stay at this spa hotel in Cartagena. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (488 reviews)
The building was absolutely beautiful, a historic landmark inside the old city and the room was magnificent. The staff was amazing, from our check in with Jeremy to our poolside dinner and cocktails courtesy of Edwin, to breakfasts with Fabian we loved the staff. We stayed in building 2 which had ...

Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026

Nacar Hotel Cartagena, Curio Collection by Hilton
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 AU$279 per night from 4 Mar to 5 Mar
AU$279
4 Mar - 5 Mar
Stay at this beach hotel in Cartagena. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,476 reviews)
Beach in front of the hotel was under repair and unusable. This information would have been nice to have before arrival

Reviewed on 7 Feb 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 AU$291 per night from 18 Feb to 19 Feb
AU$291
18 Feb - 19 Feb
Stay at this luxury hotel in Cartagena. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,447 reviews)
The room was superb Clean, modern with great views of the sea and lake. Checkin was quock, friendly and helpful. Breakfast selection was excellent.

Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026

Hyatt Regency Cartagena
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Church of St Peter Claver in Cartagena, Colombia

Cartagena Walled City

5/5(14 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
Old Town

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.

Cartagena Centro
Photograph Archive of Cartagena, Colombia.

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
Cartagena skyline dominating caribbean coastline in colombia

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
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

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

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 Caribe Plaza and Clock Tower.

Pie del Cerro


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