Palmarito Beach Hotel

3.0 star property
Beachfront hotel with a 24-hour fitness center

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Beach bar
Private beach, white sand, beach umbrellas, beach towels
Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM, pool umbrellas
Double Room | In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Beach bar

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Gym
  • On private beach
  • Room service
  • Pet friendly
  • Breakfast included

Explore the area

Map
Calle 3 1-1, Playa Dorada, Cartagena, Bolivar, 130018
  • Playa de Punta Arena
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Bocagrande Beach
  • Castillo Grande Beach
  • Cartagena (CTG-Rafael Núñez Intl.)

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Room options

Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Double Room, 2 Double Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Deluxe Cabin

  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Bungalow Superior With Garden View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Double Room Standard

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Twin Room Standard

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Cartagena

Located within a leisurely stroll of Playa de Punta Arena, Palmarito Beach Hotel is within a few miles (5 km) of Castillo Grande Beach. This 10-room, 3-star hotel welcomes business and leisure travelers with a private beach, a full-service spa, and free breakfast.

What's nearby

  • Playa de Punta Arena - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Rafael Nunez Intl. Airport (CTG) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • Las Chivas Restaurant
  • Charlie’s Coffee
  • Cilantro Cevicheria & Restaurant
  • Kiosco El Bony
  • Italian Pizza & Pasta

About this property

Palmarito Beach Hotel

Beachfront hotel with a 24-hour fitness center
Guests of Palmarito Beach Hotel have access to a private beach, a full-service spa, and an outdoor pool. Airport transportation is made easy with an airport shuttle (available on request) for USD 30000 per person one-way. The front desk is staffed 24 hours a day to help with tours/tickets and securing valuables. Other amenities at this beach hotel include a children's pool, a 24-hour gym, and free WiFi in public areas.
50-inch flat-screen TVs come with digital channels and Netflix, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Other amenities include safes, desks, and free toiletries.
An outdoor pool, a children's pool, and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a private beach and a 24-hour fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Massages are available on the beach and in the spa; other services include facials and manicures and pedicures.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM at scheduled times and on request

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • A restaurant
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Beach volleyball
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Fishing
  • Full-service spa
  • Hot tub
  • Kayaking
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Surfing/bodyboarding

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lifeguards on site
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On a private beach
  • Picnic area
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Lifeguards

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 4:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 25

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for free
  • Dogs only

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.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 30000 per person (one-way)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 25 (subject to availability)

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: 2 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available during limited hours), which is offered for a fee.

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.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • 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 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What's there to see within easy reach of Palmarito Beach Hotel?

This hotel is located in Cartagena within a short 10-minute walk of Playa de Punta Arena. You'll also find Bocagrande Beach and El Laguito Beach within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Palmarito Beach Hotel?

No, there isn't parking available at the hotel.

Is there a spa available at Palmarito Beach Hotel?

There is a full-service spa available for guests to enjoy and services include beach massages, facials, and mani/pedis.

Does Palmarito Beach Hotel feature a casino on the premises?

No, Palmarito Beach Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Palmarito Beach Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there are an outdoor pool and a hot tub. Guests have pool access between 9:00 AM and 6:00 PM.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Palmarito Beach Hotel?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including a private beach, a beach bar, and an outdoor pool.

Are there hot tubs at Palmarito Beach Hotel?

Yes, guests can enjoy a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Palmarito Beach Hotel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Palmarito Beach Hotel serves free continental breakfast each morning from its restaurant.

Will Palmarito Beach Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

Yes, dogs can stay for free at Palmarito Beach Hotel.

Are there connecting rooms at Palmarito Beach Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from Palmarito Beach Hotel?

The closest major airport to Palmarito Beach Hotel is Rafael Nunez Intl. Airport (CTG), which is 5.9 mi away (27 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Palmarito Beach Hotel?

Yes, some guestrooms at Palmarito Beach Hotel offer a furnished balcony and may feature beach views.

Does Palmarito Beach Hotel host weddings?

Take advantage of the wedding venue at Palmarito Beach Hotel if you plan to say "I do" during your trip.

Palmarito Beach Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 64 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 64 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 64 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 64 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 64 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Karla, Medford

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Smells like gasoline due to the beach activities. Very loud, NO relaxing.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay for a romantic getaway… clean and fun, very friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

diego

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exlente lugar descanso y placer
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and awesome time to rest, reconnect and enjoy with nature!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harold

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Thank you Palmarito for a wonderful stay. I wish I could have stayed one more night . The only feedback I have is that their cocktails are not the best and too light for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Alberto

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Probably won´t be repeating

The hotel is nice, however be aware that their main business is the "pasadia" or day trips, so hundreds of people pay to come and spend the day there. It is extremely noisy and full during the day, especially on weekends. Pictures look amazing, but they were probably taken at 6 am when nobody was there, because during the day the beach is packed. We were really mostly able to enjoy the place after 4pm when everybody left. The rooms are OK, newly renovated and nice, however most rooms have no windows, and therefore no natural light. We ended up leaving 2 days before our planned date. Food is pretty good with a varied menu.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fred

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

4/10 Poor

Nadia

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Probably worst hotel I ever stayed at Pros: cold AC, mini fridge in room Cons: dirty sheets, dirty towels, dirty shower, limited breakfast with flies, birds, and bees surrounding food and drink, multiple dogs in dining area, dirty pool, dirty lounge chairs in pool area, vendors harassing when sitting beach side, no assistance with luggage upon arrival l, insects/ants/roaches in hotel room
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Vanessa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
One of the things I liked about staying at Palmarito was that they include round transportation and you don’t have to pay the Port fee since the boat doesn’t leave from la Bodeguita. The property as a whole is very nice and looks safe. However, it’s a private beach but you still have outside vendors harassing you to buy stuff just like public beaches. Lunch wasn’t great! It is a “buffet” but you can only go one time and they will do it for you! Lunch is like $40,000 cop per person. Breakfast was really good. Room and bathroom was super spacious and very clean. You have all you need. If you are staying, beach won’t be empty probably until 4pm and they close it at 6pm. Pool area wasn’t very clean. At night, was very quite and not beach vibes. Not sure if they have parties only Saturdays or certain days but during the night , you have nothing to do.

10/10 Excellent

claire

8/10 Good

Will

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fish for dinner? Delicious! Eggs and rolls for breakfast? Running and stale! Cocktails? Excellent!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
El staff muy amable un poco incomodo llegar en lancha si tienes impedimento de caminar buena vista de la ciudad de Bocagrande la comida rica recomiendo las pastas y de bebida recomiendo las lemonada ceresadas.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place
Stayed 1 night in May 2021

2/10 Terrible

VickiB, CA, USA

Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
When we arrived, they did not have our reservation. I am not sure if this is the fault of Expedia or the hotel, but it was very inconvenience after traveling 8 hours to Cartagena. The place was not as picture-esque as the photos. I wouldn't suggest it as it didn't seem there was a lot of people there and we were concerned about the rooms and if they would be secure. We didn't even stay, we left because we didn't feel as safe. We were three girls through and I'm sure the staff was fine but we just wanted to feel secure.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Do not set your expectations too high for this property. When arrived it looked nice, but as the day went on the workers kept coming for your drink orders, but wouldn’t clean up the finished cups. The pool was nice, but when we asked for a towel at the front area staff said 4:04pm no more towels for the day. They stop handing out towels at 4pm, wasn’t told that.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Was god, staff very cooperative. Estuvo bueno, sus empleados muy cooperativos.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Syed Yahya

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hors saison très calme

La première (mauvaise) surprise est que j'ai dû rester une nuit à Cartagena parce que je suis arrivé trop tard, la dernière liaison pour l'île (un bateau qui amène et ramène les clients) est à 17h00, dernière limite (en fait, c'est plutôt 16h30). Si vous êtes habitué a bien manger, c'est assez difficile d'être satisfait des menus proposés. Le personnel est très très sympa (mais vraiment !), mais ils n'ont pas le sens du détail. Je n'ai pas le droit de me plaindre, vu le prix très avantageux hors saison, mais il est certain qu'ils peuvent attirer plus de clientèle haute gamme s'ils font l'effort de proposer une cuisine un peu plus raffinée et bien présenter (lire : "appétissante"). Pour ma part, comme je veille très sérieusement sur tout ce que j'avale, ce n'est pas une partie de plaisir... Le week-end, c'est bondé de monde, et c'est plutôt bruyant ou génial, selon, (musique non-stop jusque tard dans la soirée). Par sécurité, il y a une barrière qui protège l'hôtel la nuit , difficile alors de se baigner à des heures fantastiques...dommages. La mer est si chaude est agréable. Quelques petites lanternes la nuit pourrait bien faire la différence, même hors saison. Pour visiter Cartagena, il y a un bateau qui part vers 08h30. Les trajets aller-retour (1 par jour) sont inclus dans le prix. Je reviendrai sans doute à cet endroit, hors saison (car je suppose que c'est bondé en haute saison), rien pour retrouver les visages souriants qui m'ont beaucoup plu.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2019

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very dangerous area where we were told not to leave. No hot water and the food had zero variety
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Gustavo, Houston

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff. Wonderful experience and amazing beach. Its a remote island having groups from the mainland join you during the day for fun and have a relaxing beach to yourself in the evening. You just need to be aware of the boat rides to/from the island in case you want to visit attractions on the mainland. My family loved it and would like to visit again.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This place felt like a hidden paradise! Even tho it is only a minutes away from Cartagena, it is a very quite place, perfect to just relax and enjoy the moment. All stuff was super helpful and nice. Even tho cleaning lady never came to clean ( in 5 days ) I would definitely come back to this beautiful spot. Muchisimas gracias por todo!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2019

6/10 Okay

Cs, Florida

Disliked: Room comfort
Great place to rest. The island makes a huge difference to relax and enjoy.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

Kristine, Arizona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff was very friendly. Very little English spoken, but we all managed. Beach was lovely. The pool was clean and well maintained. The rooms could use some updating but they were clean. Food was good and reasonably priced. Free boat ride back and forth was great to have. We enjoyed the beautiful view of Bocagrande especially when the sun started to set.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

Danny, New York

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good hotel resort for the price I would come back I would take points off for the mystery of the WiFi code that they won’t give you and the WiFi strength isn’t good as other hotels in cartagena and the prices vary when you order they don’t ever know the price untill check out ... but overall I good place to stay I recommend it also visit playa Blanca ( white sands beach) but don’t take a boat with 1 motor it’s dangerous and locals will tell you different prices to get there so I recommend getting a boat from boca grande !
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

2/10 Terrible

Paul, Pennsylvania

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

Would you stay at a "hotel" that:

Has pee green pool water? Has boney, hungry dogs begging at your feet while you eat? Is overgrown with weeds and unkept grounds? Has no hot water in your room? Has bees, ants and lizards in your room? Has broken balcony tiles and railings" Has a beach cluttered with beer cans and other trash? Has a warning against walking outside the grounds? To name a few.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2018