Hotel Altamar

3.0 star property
Hotel in Cartagena with free breakfast and a fitness center

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Terrace/patio
Superior Twin Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Business center
Business center
Interior

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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El Bosque,Transversal 54 No. 21B-57, Cartagena, Bolivar, 130001
  • Place, Cartagena de Indias Convention Center
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Clock Tower
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Bocagrande Beach
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cartagena (CTG-Rafael Núñez Intl.)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Double Room Single Use

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Double Room

  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Twin Room

  • 205 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Superior Double Room Single Use

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Queen Bed

Superior Double Room

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Superior Twin Room

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Suite

  • 861 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Family Duplex

  • 969 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 King Beds

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About the neighborhood

Cartagena

Located in El Bosque within 2 miles (3 km) of Nuevo Bosque Softball Stadium, Hotel Altamar is within a few miles (5 km) of Port of Cartagena. This 3-star hotel has 56 guestrooms and offers an outdoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Port of Cartagena - 7 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Cartagena de Indias Convention Center - 11 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • Clock Tower - 11 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • Bocagrande Beach - 14 min drive - 5.0 miles
  • Castillo Grande Beach - 18 min drive - 6.4 miles

Getting around

  • Rafael Nunez Intl. Airport (CTG) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante Santa Cruz - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Pleyclub night - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Nuevo Leung Yuen - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪La Picúa - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Hotel Altamar

Hotel in Cartagena with free breakfast and a fitness center
Hotel Altamar features an outdoor pool, a children's pool, and a gym. A stay here includes free parking. Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with dry cleaning/laundry, luggage storage, and securing valuables. Additional amenities include a sauna, free WiFi in public areas, and meeting rooms.
Flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include minibars, free local calls, and safes.
An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include a sauna and a fitness center.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free covered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Fogon de Altamar

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 1:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children stay free when using existing bedding (children may not be eligible for free breakfast)
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for COP 60000 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • You may be required to pay VAT (19%) at the property. Nonresident travelers 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).

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Rollaway bed fee: COP 60000 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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, 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 1:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Visitors traveling with a child may be required by the property to present the following documents: At check-in, parents traveling into Colombia with a child under 18 may be obligated to present the child's birth certificate and photo ID (passport for non-Columbian citizens). If a relative or legal guardian is traveling into Colombia with the child, that relative or legal guardian may be obligated to present a notarized consent of travel signed by both parents, along with a copy of both parents' ID. If only one parent is traveling into Colombia with the child, that parent may be required to present a notarized consent of travel signed by the other parent. Visitors planning to travel with children should consult a Colombian consulate office in advance of travel for additional guidance.
  • Pool access available from 9:30 AM to 7:00 PM.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

Property is also known as

Hotel Altamar Cartagena
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Frequently asked questions

What is there to do near Hotel Altamar?

This hotel is situated in El Bosque, close to Bocagrande Beach and Clock Tower. You'll also find Port of Cartagena and Promenade of La Castellana within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Hotel Altamar?

Yes, covered self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does Hotel Altamar feature a casino?

No, Hotel Altamar doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Hotel Altamar?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access between 9:30 AM and 7:00 PM.

What do couples enjoy most about Hotel Altamar?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a minibar as well as an outdoor pool and a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at Hotel Altamar?

No, but guests can enjoy a steam room at this hotel.

Does Hotel Altamar have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Hotel Altamar serves free continental breakfast at Fogon de Altamar each morning.

Will Hotel Altamar allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Hotel Altamar though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Hotel Altamar?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to Hotel Altamar?

The closest major airport to Hotel Altamar is Rafael Nunez Intl. Airport (CTG), which is 5.6 mi away (24 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Hotel Altamar?

Yes, some guestrooms at Hotel Altamar offer a balcony and may feature city views.

Reviews

Hotel Altamar Reviews

7.6

Good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 54 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 54 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 54 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 54 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 54 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

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

10/10 Excellent

Osvaldo

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maigualida

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Súper nice
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

JOSE J

Liked: Amenities
No phone in room, fridge had to be requested, internet connection was absent at times, and when available signal was very week.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not what it used to be

I stayed here a couple of years ago and the place was really nice now its starting to become a run down building and the maintenance is lacking. The handle cover was missing, no mirror on the door and a bunch of little things. The overall building was subpar. I wont be coming back here anytime soon.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A true find

Beautiful hotel, amazing breakfast, accommodating staff
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

2/10 Terrible

Mariama

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
DO NOT STAY HERE. NO HOT WATER AND THEY REFUSED TO GIVE ME A REFUND. MY 1ST TIME IN CARTAGENA AND THIS PLACE RUINED MY VACATION. TOWELS WERE STAINED, I USED MY TRAVEL TOWEL. THE REFRIGERATOR IS SO DIRTY OR RUSTED. THEY NEVER HAD BASIC HOT DRINKS THE 2TIMES I WENT DOWN THERE FOR BREAKFAST. ON CHECK IN, YOU WON'T GET NO INFORMATION ABOUT LOCATION OF BREAKFAST AND WIFI . I NEEDED THE WI-FI WHEN MY MINUTES RAN OUT, AND IT DID NOT WORK IN THE ROOM. NO ENGLISH SPEAKERS AND IT'S FAR FROM THE TOURIST AREA. THEY CHARGE SOME RANDOM FEE CALL INSURANCE WHEN YOU GET TO THE FACILITY. I DO NOT RECOMMEND THIS PLACE!!!

2/10 Terrible

Edwin

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

4/10 Poor

Antonio, Opa Locka

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Probably I wasn't in my best day of luck, but let me share an advise. If you ever get to a place to find a toilet plunger next to the toilet, air condition faulty, light in the bathroom RM304 drops when the room door is closed; don't think mayhen is coming, you're already there. At first glance the facilty looks really nice, but when you get the feeling of the stay on few details maintenance staff obviously overlooks, the feeling isn't the best. And then, the staff specially the restaurant staff has a first place in disregard for customer service, or perhaps was just personal.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Staff & service
The location of the hotel, it is very dangerous! In the report on the picture's shown are not very accurate
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
The only con to the hotel is that it lacks hot water when you take a shower and it's outside of the tourist area.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2018

8/10 Good

Kevin

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

Very nice hotel and staff

Very clean hotel and amazing staff, and quite affordable too. Thanks for all the help in getting through Cartagena, especially for someone who speaks no Spanish!! My only problem was lack of hot water in the bathroom
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2017

4/10 Poor

Henri, London, England

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

Hotel far from everything

The hotel is very far from everything. The Staff were friendly and kind. The hotel facilities are OK and the breakfast very simple.

6/10 Okay

Rober

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

Westerners- don't do it!

Hotel is pretty nice for the price. Area is sooooo sketchy! Not safe to walk in day let alone night. An half hour cab to centro for about 12000 COP.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Bad location, average services

Located far away from the Historic Centre and main tourist attractions. Not good to walk around. You will need to invest more in transportation. Breakfast was not good, no different choices, small portions. Staff was good.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Overall it was ok

Hotel has good and pretty new infrastructure, but it is far away from the Historic Centre, in the Industrial Zone. We were advised by the hotel staff not to walk around the area. You need to move in taxi cabs or Uber because buses are not recommended. You may consider renting a car and try to move by yourself, being careful with bikes, motorcycles and bus drivers. Breakfast was not good enough and portions were small. The lady receptionist (sorry, I don't remember her name) and the boy in charge of carrying the luggage and opening the gate at night were the kindest! Good job from them! Accommodations were very comfortable, though.

6/10 Okay

M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Decent hotel close to Cartagena Port

Good hotel to stay at if you have business in the port area. Facilities are limited but the staff are very good and the place is clean. Very competitively priced.

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

Don't stay

The hotel does not have hot water. So you're going to take cold showers. Also breakfast was supposed to be included, however whenever I went down to the restaurant there was no one there to serve any breakfast. Also the location is awful, it takes 15 to 20 minutes to get to the beach and there are no restaurants close to the hotel. I was supposed to have a suite but I have no idea why they call it a suite. There was nothing special about the room. I booked and paid for 4 days but I left after two nights.

10/10 Excellent

Leah

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

Nice hotel

We didn't eat breakfast, because we left so early. This hotel is out of the way of the old city, but if you drive or don't mind using taxis, it's prety good.

4/10 Poor

Aquilino

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 15 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Isaac

Todo bien, solo los alrededores, pero es una zona industrial, no es peligroso.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

GABRIEL

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service

Medio

Localização setor industrial, chuveiro somente frio. Quarto de frente ao corredor principal, todos que passavam e faziam qualquer barulho, se escutava.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vidal

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elkin

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

marcos

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Mala comida, mala ubicación..:

Comida incluida… pero echada a perder… fruta pasada y con hongos. Pésima ubicación
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024