Hotel Puertas De Cartagena, Cartagena ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

Calle Sargento Mayor Calle 38 # 6 - 5, Cartagena, Colombia, 13001

Hotel Puertas De Cartagena is located in the historic walled city of Cartagena, Colombia. The hotel is housed in a charming old building with original architectural features, including high ceilings and handmade mosaic floors. Its prime location offers easy access to significant cultural landmarks like the Gold Museum and San Pedro Claver Church. This hotel provides a blend of comfort and historical significance.

Location

Located in Centro, the hotel offers convenient access to key attractions like Museo Historico and the Walled City of Cartagena, all within walking distance. The hotel is approximately 15 minutes from Rafael Nunez International Airport, ensuring easy arrivals and departures. Public transportation options are readily available for guests who wish to explore broader Cartagena beyond the historic center.

Rooms

All rooms at Hotel Puertas De Cartagena are equipped with modern amenities, including air conditioning, a minibar, and a private bathroom with hot water. Options range from rooms with king-size beds to configurations suitable for families and groups. Each room features flat-screen cable TV for entertainment and a safety box for valuables. The decor maintains the charm of the historical structure while ensuring guest comfort.

Eat & Drink

While the hotel does not have an on-site restaurant, it is situated near a variety of local dining establishments. Guests can explore traditional Colombian cuisine just steps away from their accommodations. The surrounding area's vibrant culinary scene offers a range of choices, making it an opportunity for guests to sample local flavors during their stay. Breakfast services can typically be arranged through nearby cafes.

Leisure & Business

Hotel Puertas De Cartagena caters to both leisure and business travelers. The hotel’s proximity to the Convention Center and Exhibition Julio Cesar Turbay makes it a convenient choice for business events. Additionally, guests can enjoy leisure activities in the nearby historical sites, providing a unique blend of work and relaxation. The tranquil ambiance of the hotel offers a peaceful retreat after a busy day.

“The hotel's location in Ciudad Amurallada is perfect for exploring the rich history and vibrant atmosphere of Cartagena, with everything just a stroll away.”view full review

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“A lovely hotel with amazing staff and great breakfast” view full review

Top location:Highly rated by recent guests(8.1)

Check-in/Check-out

from 15:00-23:59

from 08:00-13:00

Amenities

No parking available.

Wireless internet is available in public areas for free.

Other information

At the hotel Puertas De Cartagena guests are invited to a continental breakfast served for free.

One child: 0 - 6 years

Existing beds: FREE

There are no cribs provided in a room.

Pets are not allowed.

Year renovated:2012

Number of rooms:12

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Family Room

Max:

4 persons

9 m²

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

Shower

Air conditioning

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Triple Room

Max:

3 persons

9 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Shower

Air conditioning

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Queen Room

Max:

2 persons

7 m²

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

Shower

Air conditioning

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Getting around

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City Center

Cartagena 3.4 mi

Airports

Rafael Nunez International (CTG) 3.4 mi

Ernesto Cortissoz International (BAQ) 81.5 mi

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Spacious Comfort

“The room was impressively large and comfortable, making our stay relaxing and enjoyable.” view full review

Delicious Breakfast

“Breakfast offered a delightful selection; it was cozy and perfectly satisfying for a budget option.” view full review

Refreshing Showers

“The shower pressure was excellent, providing a refreshing start to each day of our stay.” view full review

Cozy King Bed

“The king bed was incredibly comfortable, and the tall ceilings added an airy feel to the room.” view full review

General

Free Wi-Fi
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Baggage storage
Multilingual staff

Services

Paid airport shuttle
Paid city shuttle
Room service
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance
Newspaper service

Dining

Breakfast
Bar/ Lounge area
Free breakfast

Room features

Air conditioning
In-room safe
Mini-bar
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

Flat-screen TV
Telephone

Location

Calle Sargento Mayor Calle 38 # 6 - 5, Cartagena, Colombia, 13001

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Calle Sargento Mayor Calle 38 # 6 - 5, Cartagena, Colombia, 13001

City landmarks

Castle

Castillo de San Felipe de Barajas

1.1 mi

Church

Sanctuary of Saint Peter Claver

2200 ft

Av. Pedro de Heredia y Venezuela

La India Catalina

2200 ft

Cartagena

Walls of Cartagena

2500 ft

Cl. 32 #821

Cartagena's Pegasos's Wharf

2500 ft

Church

Plaza Santo Domingo

2600 ft

Square

Holy Trinity Square

3800 ft

Carrera 18 - Carrera 18A - Costado Castillo San Felipe de Barajas

Los Zapatos Viejos

1.1 mi

Events

Cartagena de Indias Convention CEnter

2600 ft

Parks

Marina Park

3200 ft

Museums

Museo Naval Del Caribe

2900 ft

Church

Ermita Del Cabrero

2.6 mi

Museums

Rafael Nunez Museum and House

2.7 mi

Nearby

Cl. 34 #481

Walled City of Cartagena

1600 ft

Museums

Museo Historico de Cartagena de Indias

2000 ft

Square

Plaza de la Aduana

1900 ft

Carrera 7 No 32-10

The Coches Square

1500 ft

Events

Marques Valdehoyos House

1400 ft

Museums

Museo del Oro Zenu

1900 ft

Boca del Puente

Clock Tower Monument

1500 ft

Beach

Las Bovedas

1900 ft

Parks

Plaza Bolivar

1800 ft

Square

Plaza Fernandez de Madrid

600 ft

Cartagena

Church of Santo Domingo

1900 ft

Square

Plaza de San Diego

1200 ft

Carrera 7 36 145 Parque Fernandez de Madrid

ChocoMuseo

300 ft

Museums

Museo Del Cacao

400 ft

Church

Cartagena's Cathedral

1700 ft

Plaza de Santo Domingo

La Gorda Gertrudis

1400 ft

Praca dos Coches Centro

Monumento Pedro de Heredia

1400 ft

Restaurants

La Paleteria

1500 ft

Calle de Ayos Number 03-86 Local 2 - Centro Historico

D' Alex Restaurante

600 ft

Calle Segunda de Badillo

Espiritu Santo

700 ft

Calle del Porvenir No 35-60 Centro

totopo restaurant

600 ft

Calle Primera de Badillo Plaza Jose Fernandez de Madrid

Juan Valdez Cafe

600 ft

Calle San Agustin Con Calle de la Universidad Esquina 6-15

Restaurante Vegetariano Girasoles

1000 ft

Calle de Los Puntales # 37-01

Tahini

700 ft

Cra. 8 # 30-165 a Calle Cochera del Hobo

El Gramo Cevicheria Express

800 ft

UCG1 Centro Comercial Mall Plaza

Velvet Brownieseria

900 ft

10 Cra. 7 Centro Historico

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

76%

liked the hotel and would stay again

Elegant decor

Helpful staff

Night time noise

Limited dining options

7.6/10

Very good

Rooms

7.4

Location

8.1

Service

8.0

Dining

7.4

United States of America, April 2024

7.8/10

The hotel offers a simple yet elegant experience with comfortable rooms and friendly service. The central location is convenient for exploring the lively surroundings, but noise might be a drawback. The dining options are delicious but limited.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms are like a monastery, with simple white walls but elegant touches. The bed is comfortable, and the bedding and towels are crisp.

Service

9.0

The service is pretty friendly, especially Jorge Luiz, who is a nice and helpful staff member.

Location

7.0

The location is easily walkable to all sights, with a lively atmosphere near the university, restaurants, and shops. However, being right outside the rooms makes it noisy.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience in Caribbean style is delicious but not too extensive.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities meet expectations for a comfortable stay.

Keith

United States of America, January 2024

8.0/10

My stay at the hotel was a mix of great moments and some drawbacks. The rooms were unique, spacious, and comfortable, with lovely king-sized beds and a charming wood-paneled ceiling. Daily room service was a plus, but the temperature was too hot at times. The service was top-notch, especially thanks to Jorge Luiz, who was incredibly friendly and helpful. The location had its ups and downs, being central for exploring the city but also noisy due to its proximity to the rooms. Dining offered a nice experience overall, with a variety of American-Colombian buffet options. However, some aspects could be improved for a better dining experience.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were spacious and comfortable, featuring a king bed and a wood-paneled ceiling. They were made every day, but it was sometimes too hot.

Service

9.0

The service was pretty friendly, with Jorge Luiz standing out as a nice and helpful individual. The staff, in general, were incredibly friendly, going the extra mile to assist guests, like promptly providing a fan late at night when the AC malfunctioned in our room.

Location

7.0

The location was superb for exploring Cartagena on foot, with easy access to restaurants, bars, museums, and the city's architecture. However, the noise levels and lack of privacy due to the proximity of the location outside the rooms were minor drawbacks.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was generally very nice, offering a buffet with a combination of American and Colombian food choices, accompanied by fruits and drinks. The little garden courtyard added a perfect touch to the ambiance.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities were great, especially the little garden courtyard for dining. However, some improvements could be made to enhance the overall experience.

Charles

United States of America, January 2024

7.4/10

I was thrilled with the stunning mile-high dark wood ceiling in my room and the well-decorated adobe walls. However, some minor touch-ups like extra hooks would have been handy. Being right next to reception was convenient, but the potential for street noise was a downside.

Rooms

8.0

The room had a wonderfully vaulted mile-high dark wood ceiling and was well-decorated with adobe walls. Some additional hooks and furniture would have been beneficial.

Service

7.0

The service was a bit unfriendly overall, but there was one person who warmly welcomed me. Mike, particularly during the mornings, was very friendly and helpful.

Location

7.0

The hotel's central location made it easy to walk to everything, but the potential for street noise in a room facing the street was a downside.

Dining

8.0

The leafy courtyard setting for dining was charming. The option for Thai dishes was a nice touch, but the pricing could have been more transparent.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel's facilities were adequate, but some areas could use improvement.

Steve

United States of America, December 2023

7.8/10

The hotel is located in the heart of Cartagena, making it easy to explore the historic center on foot. The rooms were decent for the price, though the security of electronic devices could be improved. The service was friendly and responsive, especially when assisting with room amenities late at night. Dining offered a good selection of items, perfect for a quick meal before heading out to explore. Overall, a great value stay with a few minor areas for improvement.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were decent for the price, but the security of devices could be better.

Service

8.0

The service was friendly and responsive, especially with late-night assistance.

Location

9.0

The hotel is in a prime location in the historic center of Cartagena, close to many attractions.

Dining

8.0

Dining offered a good selection of meals suitable for a quick bite.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel facilities were adequate for a comfortable stay.

Alice

United States of America, November 2023

8.2/10

I had a pleasant stay at the hotel, with clean and comfortable rooms and very friendly staff. The location was superb for exploring the lively atmosphere of Cartagena's old town. The dining experience was satisfactory, offering a decent breakfast. However, the noise outside the rooms could be bothersome at times.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were old style but had air-conditioning and ample hot water, and the bed was really big and comfy.

Service

10.0

The staff, especially Jorge Luiz, was incredibly friendly and went above and beyond to assist us, like quickly finding a fan late at night when our AC malfunctioned.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location was awesome, allowing easy exploration of Cartagena's attractions on foot.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was good, offering a variety of breakfast items like banana bread, fresh fruit, juice, eggs, and arepa.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel facilities were satisfactory, though noise from outside the rooms could be disruptive.

Adrian

United States of America, August 2023

6.4/10

The hotel offers a simple yet comfortable stay with white walls resembling a monastery. Despite the loud noise at all hours, it's conveniently located in a calmer street of the city center. The staff was helpful in providing recommendations but lacked friendliness. The dining experience was average, and the shower quality was poor.

Rooms

5.0

The rooms are like a monastery with simple white walls. The shower quality is not up to par, and noise can be a major issue.

Service

6.0

The staff was nice enough to point out places of interest and restaurants, but their overall kindness was lacking.

Location

8.0

The hotel is inside the historic center of Cartagena, making it convenient to explore the city on foot.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was decent, offering a continental breakfast with fresh fruits and hot dishes.

Facilities

6.0

The hotel facilities are basic but functional.

Harriet

United States of America, July 2023

7.8/10

I found the hotel to be cozy and elegant, with comfortable rooms and a friendly staff. However, the location could have been slightly better. The dining options were good, even though somewhat limited. The facilities were well-maintained and enjoyable.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were comfortable and elegantly decorated with crisp bedding and towels. I enjoyed the simple yet cozy ambiance.

Service

9.0

The staff was very helpful and attentive. They quickly helped us with a fan late at night when our AC wasn't working.

Location

7.0

The hotel's central location made it convenient to explore the old town easily. While the area was nice, the night time noise from the street-side rooms could be bothersome.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience, although limited, was good. The Caribbean-style dishes were tasty and a nice way to start the day.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities were well-appointed. I appreciated the attention to detail in maintaining a comfortable environment.

Elegant decor

Night time noise

Donald

United States of America, July 2023

7.8/10

My stay at the hotel was a mix of positives and negatives. The location was fantastic, right in the heart of Cartagena's old town, making it easy to explore the lively surroundings. The service was a bit cold overall, but one staff member stood out for their warmth. The dining experience was delicious, especially the fresh fruits, although more variety would have been appreciated. The rooms were comfortable for the most part, but the shower was a letdown.

Rooms

7.0

The room was comfortable with a wardrobe closet, desk, fridge, and safe. The bed and bedding were cozy, but the shower was not up to par.

Service

7.0

The staff were friendly and helpful, especially in providing local recommendations and helping with parking. However, some members seemed distant.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location inside the historic center of Cartagena was superb, with easy access to key sights, university, restaurants, and shops. However, noise could be an issue at night in street-facing rooms.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was delightful, particularly the fresh fruits served. More options would have made it even better.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel facilities were well-kept and convenient for a pleasant stay.

Paul

United States of America, July 2023

7.6/10

I found this hotel to be a mixed bag. The room was spacious but lacked a window, giving it a bit of a plain, monastery-like feel. The in-room safe was impractical and not secured properly. On the upside, the service was friendly and helpful, making my stay more enjoyable. The central location was ideal for exploring Cartagena on foot, offering convenience and access to the best parts of the walled city. However, for the price paid, I had hoped for a more historic ambiance.

Rooms

7.0

The room, though decent in size, was a bit tired and windowless, resembling a monastery cell. The in-room safe was more of a joke than a security feature.

Service

8.0

The service here was very friendly and accommodating, which made up for some of the shortcomings of the room. Room service and laundry service were efficient and convenient.

Location

9.0

The location couldn't be better for exploring Cartagena on foot, allowing easy access to all the key attractions in the city center. It truly enhances the overall experience of staying here.

Dining

7.0

The complimentary continental breakfast was good and plentiful, providing a decent start to the day. However, the addition of fresh salmon could have elevated the dining experience further.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel offered basic facilities, nothing extravagant but functional. The overall value for money was reasonable given the central location and friendly service.

Marie

United States of America, June 2023

7.8/10

I absolutely loved my stay at this hotel! The location is superb, close to everything in Cartagena. The rooms, although lacking a window, were cozy and equipped with a private bathroom and air conditioning. The service was friendly and helpful, although English could have been better. The dining options were good but not extensive. The facilities were convenient and met my needs.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms, although lacking a window, were small yet comfortable in the Walled City of Cartagena.

Service

7.0

The staff was very friendly and helpful, pointing out all the best places on a map.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location is perfect for exploring on foot the restaurants, bars, museums, and architecture in the walled city of Cartagena.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was decent for a budget option; the air conditioner and wifi worked well.