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Makani Luxury Wanderlust

4.0 star property
Beachfront hotel with relaxing spa services
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Luxury Suite | Terrace/patio
Luxury Suite | Terrace/patio
Exterior
Junior Room, 1 Bedroom, Tower | Terrace/patio
Front of property
VIP Access

Reviews

8.8 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
    Pool
  • Breakfast included
    Breakfast included
  • Spa
    Spa
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi
The price is AU$661
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov

Perks for members at select top-rated stays

Our Silver and Gold members get perks at select VIP Access properties, on top of exceptional service.
Silver tier member
A perk like food and drink extras, free breakfast, or parking credits
Gold tier member
Room upgrades when available, plus Silver perks

Room options

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Deluxe Double Room

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Garden
Private pool
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Daily housekeeping
  • 56 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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Luxury Suite | Terrace/patio

Luxury Suite

Highlights

Garden
Private pool
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Double Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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Junior Room, 1 Bedroom, Tower

Junior Room, 1 Bedroom, Tower

Highlights

Garden
Deck/patio
Private pool
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 91 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Suite

Deluxe Suite

Highlights

Garden
Private pool
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Double Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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About the area

Map
Isla Tierra Bomba, Playa Arroyo, Provincia de Cartagena, Cartagena, Bolívar, 1300

What's nearby

  • Blanca Beach - 1 min drive - 0.1 km
  • San Fernando Fort - 5 min drive - 2.5 km
  • El Laguito Beach - 91 min drive - 39.4 km
  • Playa de Punta Arena - 93 min drive - 39.9 km
  • Bocagrande Beach - 94 min drive - 39.2 km

Getting around

  • Cartagena (CTG-Rafael Núñez Intl.) - 85 min drive

Restaurants

  • Las Chivas Restaurant
  • ‪Blue Apple Beach House - ‬7 min drive
  • Charlie’s Coffee
  • Cilantro Cevicheria & Restaurant
  • Kiosco El Bony

About this property

Makani Luxury Wanderlust

Upscale hotel near Blanca Beach
Consider a stay at Makani Luxury Wanderlust and take advantage of free cooked-to-order breakfast, a terrace and a garden. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. In addition to a restaurant, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 25+ Mbps.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Outdoor furniture, smoke-free property and a 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
Room features
All guest rooms at Makani Luxury Wanderlust include comforts, such as private pools, in addition to
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and hairdryers
  • Private gardens and daily housekeeping

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Massage
  • Spa services

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Private pool

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 5:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

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.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit 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 and cash

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
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.
Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Frequently asked questions

Does Makani Luxury Wanderlust have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Makani Luxury Wanderlust?

As of 24 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Makani Luxury Wanderlust on 26 Nov 2024 start from AU$661.2, 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 Makani Luxury Wanderlust pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Makani Luxury Wanderlust?

This hotel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Makani Luxury Wanderlust?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Makani Luxury Wanderlust?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is Makani Luxury Wanderlust located?

This Cartagena hotel is on the beach, 1.8 mi (2.8 km) from San Fernando Fort, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Blanca Beach and Neo-Gothic Church Ruins. Bocagrande Beach and Marbella Beach are also within 25 miles (40 km).

Makani Luxury Wanderlust Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 42 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 42 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 42 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 42 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 42 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
food and entertainment
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Andrea

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Makani is beautiful. When booking, please be mindful that this resort is not located on the mainland, but on an island. Cartagena is 20 minutes away by speedboat. The boat ride to the island was an adventure. If you are looking to party and be up all night wandering the city, then do not book here! This is a great place for quiet, reflection, and relaxing. Upon arrival, We were greeted to a nice cool drink and staff that were friendly. If you do not speak the language, Google translator is a must! The room was beautiful. However, the showers are hot or cold, never warm. I enjoyed the private jacuzzi. It felt like sitting in my own oasis. One downfall is the cost of food and drinks. 1 bottle of water is over $2 usd if you add in the tip and service tax. French fries is about $7. We ordered 2 Tequilla sunrise and was charged for separate ingredients… orange juice! Tequilla… until a discussion was had.. so be sure to look before signing the receipt. Overall this was a great experience. I would recommend staying here. I give this place 4.5 stars!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yuriy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay in Cartagena. Very upscale and special with your family and loved ones
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Sara

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very helpful on our way there and back, however whilst we were on the resort, especially those by the pool were slightly absent minded. Having said that, it’s been a great experience with tastefully designed interior in the room / villa and I’d go again for a quiet relaxing retreat.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Tarl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Overall, it’s a beautiful property. Within a couple hours of arriving, we were already considering extending our stay… that is, until we took a shower. One min of scalding water followed by 5 mins of cold, rinse and repeat (no pun intended). Maintenance just said that’s the way it is. On the plus side, Alejandro (a manager I believe) was very proactive in offering to compensate us by offering us spa treatments. Overall we enjoyed our stay- and had the shower worked properly, we would have really enjoyed it. It’s just if you’re paying $450+ a night for a room, a shower works properly is a must.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
The resort is beautifully made and has a great pool area as well as restaurants. Also the rooms are spacious and luxurious. However, the service has a lot of potential for improvement. Waiters forget your order and/or bring them twice. Every order takes 30-60min (even though there were barely any people sometimes) and the staff seems very relaxed and are talking with each other. We were locked out of our room for 3h and we received no apology for the long wait. The wifi also didn't work very well and had long outages. Furthermore, after denying them a tip because of the bad service some waiters completely ignored us until we told the reception and management.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yuriy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to be calm and happy
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Giovanny

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The best hotel I have seen in all the islands in Cartagena
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

john, north bergen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Smooth checkin process , great staff all around. Facilities , rooms, pool area etc all top notch. Easy checkout process. Beautiful Island and private space set aside for overnight guests
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Ruqayah

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josh

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous resort. Did two days. Pool and restaurant were great . Room was even better with two floors and rooftop jacuzzi . Staff were attentive and very nice . Highly recommend 2-3 days or at least a day trip .
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Hasay

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Not only that the ac and wifi for my villa werent working, i had at all times people inside my rooms fixing these issues, on top of that the property staff offered some discount if i ever wanted to come Back and alejandro didnt get back to me with necessary info to re book. I want my money back
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

MAURICIO

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
El personal fue muy atento, siempre pendiente de cada detalle. Un trato personalizado y calido.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nishani

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The most beautiful resort I’ve stayed at yet! I loved how calm and peaceful the whole vibe was. Went here with my husband, and was so sad to leave. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marcela

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the best hotel I’ve ever stayed at. The place is brand new, cozy and modern. The facilities were outstanding! It is as good of a stay as any luxury chain resort. Getting there was easy enough since they provide their own Makani transportation, 18 min later we were welcomed at the property with a very cold beverage. We were upgraded on the pool chairs since the place was not busy and our room wasn’t ready We stayed with kids and they loved it! We were able to snorkel on their beach. Kids wished we stayed there for the entire vacation. My daughter got sick the night before we got there (too much sun exposure, I think since she got better right away) and the staff sent the property nurse. Everyone knew she was sick and offered to bring her tea/water/medicine etc. Even at night, the staff told me the guard of the property knew and will help in the worst case scenario, to take my daughter to Emergencies. Thankfully she felt better the next day and was snorkeling with dad all day Everyone knew my name and welcomed me (by my name) every time I got a drink or food. We came during the weekday and it wasn’t crowded at all! There are no vendors hustling on the beach, (anywhere you go in the beach, people will try to sell you things, be careful) However none of this happened on this resort. Relaxing here was amazing (no one was in sight) The price per night was expensive, but if you pay for the day or 2 to come here, then staying the night is worth it especially if you are here
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love it beautiful place
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Genevieve

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very happy with our stay would absolutely recommend. The boat pick up situation was a little confusing as the tent they had indicated as theirs seemed to be occupied by a family spending the day at the beach… but when we returned it seemed like it was a specific tent for makani. Many people on the beach will ask you where you are going to try and get you in their boat… the makani crew all work makani shirts - we had them show us their pick up list so we could be certain it was the right boat. Beyond that the room was incredible the private pool deck fantastic, staff very lovely and helpful and all common areas were gorgeous. Food was also really good and a la carte breakfast included was delicious. Very happy we chose to spend the last few days of our trip here.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Yossi

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The property is on the secluded island by itself. No adult hotels or restaurants rooms are beautiful and dining room area. Very nice. He can only be rich by boat stuff barely speak English I would say no English so the only way to communicate is through WhatsApp.

8/10 Good

Timothy

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

María

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Farrah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ender

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

bradley, jackson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities