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Cartagena

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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 9.460.776 ₫ per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
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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 ...
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This hotel is centrally located, walking distance to many restaurants and tourist attractions. The staff is beyond amazing and the hotel itself is beautiful

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Bastión Luxury Hotel

Bastión Luxury Hotel

4.5 out of 5
Calle del Sargento No. 6-87 Cartagena Bolivar
The price is 8.518.813 ₫ per night from 24 Mar to 25 Mar
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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 ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,006 reviews)
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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
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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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (499 reviews)
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Privado Designer Boutique Hotel

Privado Designer Boutique Hotel

4 out of 5
3848 Cra. 7 Cartagena Bolívar
Stay at this hotel in Cartagena. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Clock Tower and Bocagrande Beach are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (139 reviews)
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Moet Cartagena Hotel Boutique  - Adults Only

Moet Cartagena Hotel Boutique - Adults Only

4.5 out of 5
don sancho Cartagena Bolívar
Stay at this luxury hotel in Cartagena. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
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The hotel was very beautiful! Staff were super friendly...the entire stay was pleasant...would definitely come back and stay.

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InterContinental Cartagena De Indias by IHG

InterContinental Cartagena De Indias by IHG

4 out of 5
Bocagrande Carrera 1 No. 5-01 Cartagena Bolivar
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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. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,517 reviews)
The beach in front of the hotel was under construction. The hotel should include breakfast to all their guest as part of the room price. I had the view to the ocean and poll which was beautiful.

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InterContinental Cartagena De Indias by IHG
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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
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, El Cabrero Park and Del Cabrero Chapel 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 Centro Comercial La Serrezuela and Clock Tower.

Pie del Cerro


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