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Hotel Almirante Cartagena - Colombia

4.5 star property
Beach spa retreat, walking distance from Bocagrande Beach
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
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Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Lobby
Lobby
Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Lobby
VIP Access

Reviews

8.2 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking included
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
The price is AU$248
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec

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A perk like food and drink extras, free breakfast, or parking credits
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Room upgrades when available, plus Silver perks

Room options

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Junior Studio Suite, Multiple Beds, Ocean View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Rainfall showerhead
  • 36 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Single Beds

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Executive Room, Multiple Beds, Partial Ocean View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Rainfall showerhead
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Single Beds

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Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ocean View

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ocean View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 40 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Luxury Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

Luxury Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
  • 36 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Executive Room, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Rainfall showerhead
  • 32 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Single Beds

Executive Room, Multiple Beds, Partial Ocean View (k)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Rainfall showerhead
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Single Bed

Premium Room, 1 Queen Bed, Partial Ocean View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Rainfall showerhead
  • 30 sq m
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Room

Family Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Rainfall showerhead
  • 30 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Large Single Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 3 Single Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Rainfall showerhead
  • 30 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Executive Room, 1 Queen Bed, Partial Ocean View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Rainfall showerhead
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Room, Multiple Beds

Family Room, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Rainfall showerhead
  • 30 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Single Beds and 2 Single Beds

Premium Room, Multiple Beds, Partial Ocean View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Rainfall showerhead
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Single Beds

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Executive Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Rainfall showerhead
  • 30 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ocean View (VIP)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Junior Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

Junior Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
  • 36 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
Avenue San Martín, Calle 6 Esquina, Bocagrande, Cartagena, Bolivar, 130001

What's nearby

  • Bocagrande Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Castillo Grande Beach - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Clock Tower - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Cartagena de Indias Convention Center - 6 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Port of Cartagena - 11 min drive - 7.6 km

Getting around

  • Cartagena (CTG-Rafael Núñez Intl.) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Leña Y Carbón - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Kanuu Restautant (InterContinental) - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Pool Bar Intercontinental - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪El corral Bocagrande - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪M Cocina - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hotel Almirante Cartagena - Colombia

Luxury family-friendly hotel near Bocagrande Beach
Located close to Castillo Grande Beach and Cartagena de Indias Convention Center, Hotel Almirante Cartagena - Colombia provides a casino, a poolside bar and a terrace. For those looking to try their luck, this hotel boasts a casino VIP room, 7 casino gaming tables and 104 slot machines. Indulge in a massage, a manicure/pedicure and a body wrap at SPA, the on-site spa. At the 3 on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner and ocean views. In addition to shopping on-site and 2 coffee shops/cafes, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool, with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self-parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and babysitting (surcharge)
  • Concierge services, a lift and a porter/bellboy
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 258 rooms include comforts, such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, in addition to perks, such as pillow menus and laptop-compatible safes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and shower/bath combinations
  • 42-inch LCD TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, fridges and childcare services

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking within 230 metres
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: COP 40,000 for adults and COP 40,000 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 coffee shops/cafes
  • 3 restaurants
  • A poolside bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • CAFETERIA LOS CORALES
  • PIZZERIA ALMIRANTE
  • RESTAURANTE EL ALCATRAZ
  • RESTAURANTE PLAZA REAL

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's club (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • In-room babysitting
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 10 meeting rooms
  • 24-hour business centre
  • Conference centre (11,022 square foot of space)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • On the bay
  • On the beach
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Facials
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Thalassotherapy

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lift
  • Sign language-capable staff
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 21 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1996
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LCD TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: noon
Early check-in subject to availability
An early check-in fee will be charged
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 10 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for COP 75000.0 per day.

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. Non-resident travellers 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

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately COP 40000 for adults and from COP 40000 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: COP 80000 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: COP 75000.0 per day

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 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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit

We should mention

If you are travelling with a child, your property may require you to present the following documents: parents travelling into Colombia with a child under 18 may be required to present the child's birth certificate and photo ID (passport for non-Colombian citizens) at check-in. If a relative or legal guardian is travelling into Colombia with the child, that relative or legal guardian may be required to present a notarised consent of travel signed by both parents and a copy of both parents' ID. If only one parent is travelling into Colombia with the child, that parent may be required to present a notarised 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 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

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Hotel Almirante Cartagena Colombia
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Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Almirante Cartagena - Colombia have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Pool access is from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Almirante Cartagena - Colombia?

As of 3 Dec 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Almirante Cartagena - Colombia on 8 Dec 2024 start from AU$247.76, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Hotel Almirante Cartagena - Colombia pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Hotel Almirante Cartagena - Colombia?

Self-parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Hotel Almirante Cartagena - Colombia?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: noon. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Hotel Almirante Cartagena - Colombia?

Checkout is at noon.

Does Hotel Almirante Cartagena - Colombia provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of COP 80000 per vehicle applies.

Where is Hotel Almirante Cartagena - Colombia located?

Located in Bocagrande, this beachfront hotel is connected to the convention centre and within a 15-minute walk of Bocagrande Beach and Castillo Grande Beach. Clock Tower and Plaza de San Pedro Claver are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Hotel Almirante Cartagena - Colombia Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 473 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 293 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 140 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 54 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 42 out of 1002 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Pranav

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disappointing stay for the amount of money charged. The rooms are just ok and the AC is faulty (doesn’t cool down the room as much as desired but it’s cool nevertheless).
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Carter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Safe and walkable
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Carter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Safe and walkable
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Manuel

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
Good location. Service at the pool is the worst. The servers only serve the girls they find hot. They also play super loud music with nasty lyrics and they forget that there’s kids there listening to those songs. Our bathroom was also poorly cleaned and the shower was full of grime.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leidy

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, clean and amazing view
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Henry

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place to stay, and the employees are friendly. The hotel has a travel agency which will be convenient for tourists.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Herbert

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to beach and beautiful classic hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danay, Homestead

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a great time at this hotel, staff was attentive, clean, friendly. I felt safe. There were options to eat around the hotel. Taxis are readily available and affordable outside the doors to go to the old city. I would return
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very happy
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Every thing was excellent. Minor issues were the bath wouldn’t fill up properly and the toilet seat was broken. Apart from that, all fine.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

HERNAN

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Thierry

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Javier

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I didn't get any facility the swimming pool was in bad condition. The internet connection wasn't good
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Eric

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

ariel

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

JOSE

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property location, service,safety and amenities
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Mark

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed one night, and enjoyed our stay, especially with a large room overlooking the ocean with great window line. Property is located in the commercial area, not the old city, but was very convenient for us to get to the pier in the morning for a trip to the islands.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Enrique

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Jackie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
It’s quite rundown but the rooftop jacuzzi is nice. Great location and staff were helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Tiffany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly and helpful; location was ideal. As a female solo traveler, I felt safe enough to walk outside at night.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Marco

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Welcoming and lovely personnel. Great view. A little old facility but in constant tlc seemed in line with other hotels.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Hoang

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Romina, long beach

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Nurys

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

General hotel information

Reasons to Book
Outdoor Pool & Nearby Parking
Check-In Time
3:00 PM
Check-Out Time
12:00 PM
Star Rating
4.5