Hotel El Balconario by Faranda Boutique

Property class: 3

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a seating area with a wicker chair, a wooden wardrobe, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.
A modern interior with a wooden floor, a white sofa, and two large vases with plants.
A hotel room with a bed, a wooden balcony railing, and a view of the cityscape.
A hotel room with a bed, a seating area with a sofa and ottoman, a desk with a lamp, and a large window.
A poolside area with a view of a historic building and cityscape.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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5-64 Cl. 35, Cartagena, Bolívar, 130001
  • Place, Clock Tower
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Walls of Cartagena
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Cartagena de Indias Convention Center
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cartagena (CTG-Rafael Núñez Intl.)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

Classic King Room

  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior King Room

  • 334 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

Superior 2 Twins Room

  • 334 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Legacy King City View

  • 398 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Legacy 2 Twins City View

  • 344 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

Signature Junior Suite

  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

Artisan Junior Suite

  • 474 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Balconario Presidential Suite

  • 700 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Cartagena

Located in Cartagena Walled City, Hotel El Balconario by Faranda Boutique is adjacent to Clock Tower and within a 15-minute walk of popular sights like Cartagena de Indias Convention Center. This 26-room, 3-star hotel has an outdoor pool along with free in-room WiFi and a rooftop terrace.

What's nearby

  • Clock Tower - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Bolivar Square - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Walls of Cartagena - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Plaza Santo Domingo - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Cartagena de Indias Convention Center - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Rafael Nunez Intl. Airport (CTG) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Buena Vida - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Mama’s Pizza - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Espiritu Santo Restaurante - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Candé - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Barra 7 - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Hotel El Balconario by Faranda Boutique

Hotel El Balconario by Faranda Boutique offers an outdoor pool, a rooftop terrace, and free WiFi in public areas. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with dry cleaning/laundry, luggage storage, and concierge services. Additional amenities include laundry facilities and a porter/bellhop.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and Smart TVs with satellite channels. Beds sport down comforters and bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include minibars, free local calls, and laptop-compatible safes. Change of towels is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • A poolside bar

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (39 inch wide door)
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Property payment types

MastercardVisa

Important information

Fees

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

  • You may be required to pay the following charge at the property: Colombia Value-Added Tax (VAT) at 19%. A VAT exemption is available to travelers who present a valid passport and tourist visa showing they are not a resident of Colombia and who pay using a foreign card or via a bank transfer from outside Colombia. This exemption applies only to tourist package bookings (accommodation plus other travel services).

These are all of the 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, debit cards, and cash
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.
Property Registration Number 290124

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.
  • 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.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.

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 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see within easy reach of Hotel El Balconario by Faranda Boutique?

This hotel is situated in Cartagena Walled City within a short 2-minute walk of Clock Tower and also 20 minutes on foot from Bocagrande Beach. You'll also find Palace of the Inquisition Cartagena Historical Museum and Bolivar Square less than a mile away.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel El Balconario by Faranda Boutique?

As of Sep 22, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel El Balconario by Faranda Boutique on Oct 1, 2026 start from $324, including 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 parking available on site at Hotel El Balconario by Faranda Boutique?

No, this hotel doesn't offer parking.

Does Hotel El Balconario by Faranda Boutique have a casino?

No, Hotel El Balconario by Faranda Boutique doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Hotel El Balconario by Faranda Boutique?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access between 8:00 AM and 8:00 PM.

Is Hotel El Balconario by Faranda Boutique a good place to stay for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this hotel include a down comforter, a rainfall showerhead, and bathrobes.

Does Hotel El Balconario by Faranda Boutique have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Hotel El Balconario by Faranda Boutique have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Hotel El Balconario by Faranda Boutique offers free buffet breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Will Hotel El Balconario by Faranda Boutique allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Hotel El Balconario by Faranda Boutique.

Does Hotel El Balconario by Faranda Boutique have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

How close is the airport from Hotel El Balconario by Faranda Boutique?

The closest major airport to Hotel El Balconario by Faranda Boutique is Rafael Nunez Intl. Airport (CTG), which is 3.5 mi away (14 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Hotel El Balconario by Faranda Boutique?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Hotel El Balconario by Faranda Boutique.

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