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It was an okay hotel, employees are nice. The hotel needs more maintenance in general, mainly the outside walls need to be painted. Very convenient hotel with super market, drug store, and atm down stairs.

Overall I had a great stay but they are doing construction which woke me up every morning by 7an I’m on vacation that was not ok with me ! I also think the housekeeping needs to wipe down everything not just what they think the customer can see .

The property is unkept. There is a nasty neighborhood just next to the hotel. The restaurant is sore 40 min. to get a fried egg. Bathroom is falling apart. The staff is cordial and attentive

Beware of Columbia !! Especially black ppl !!! You are a target at this hotel !! They will have you set up & robbed at gun point broad day on camera we my husband and I was robbed of jewelry and money it was on the Colombian new police did nothing !! They came & left didn’t even say anything to us ! We just arrived not even there 3hours !!! Don’t bother calling police They don’t even care they will rob u too! We have the video of they robbery I will be reporting this to the U.S embassy! I almost was shot & killed on my birthday !!! & do not go to the beaches in the back of hotel they are waiting to rob u too the ppl there all are scammers & aggressive to scam you every in on it from the time u are at the airport !! Please do not stay here or go to Colombia !! May 18,2023 this happened!!!! I travel all over the world this has never happened to my husband & I !! You may not make it home !! Do not Go !!

Best hotel ever!!!

I love the staff here

Amazing service by the staff

Hotel is nice and clean but staff is not the best and do not have any sense of urgency. If you order a drink at the bar prepare to wait over 30 mins. After vacationing in a few other countries I can say that this was my least favorite place to visit and stay at. It’s nice that the hotel offers breakfast but it was not good at all, the food is cold and not that many options. Only thing we enjoyed about the pool was the fact that it wasn’t that deep, lifeguard was very annoying and we weren’t allowed to play music or eat food by the pool. DO NOT go the beach and if you do beware of the locals who will attack you with “free services” and then charge you ridiculous amounts

Really good in general

Staff and service were excellent. Seven day stay and great room and view. Will def go back.

Great property. Very good stay and staff. A real bargain. I would stay again.

Great hotel for the price, the room was clean, very spacious , and the staff was very friendly. The only con, there was no hot water to shower in our room. When I called they said it will be fixed in 25 minutes but it was never fixed the whole time we stayed at the hotel.

Nice bur dufficult to drive to construction..food was fare over priced for quality

Far away from the city. Hundred of Ants in the room They never gice me my inviice for tax payment.

Nice staff beatiful pleace..i will recomend this hotel...quiet room

My time in the Sonesta Hotel was really nice.The people who working for the Hotel their really professional,thanks a lot have I hope you have a wonderful day.

GOOD HOTEL NICE FOOD CLEAN NICE STAFF GOOD LOCATION

Carrera 9 No 35 104 Cartagena Bolivar

Hotel highlights

  • Free buffet breakfast
  • Free WiFi in rooms and public areas
  • Free parking
  • Onsite dining

Located in La Boquilla within a short walk of La Boquilla Beach, Sonesta Hotel Cartagena is within a mile (2 km) of Las Americas International Convention Center. This 152-room, 4-star hotel welcomes guests with 3 outdoor pools, free breakfast, and a 24-hour gym.


Dining

Start your day off right with a free buffet breakfast, served each morning from 6:30 AM to 10 AM. Enjoy a bite to eat at Restaurante Palenke, the hotel's onsite restaurant. Savor a meal from the comfort of your room with 24-hour room service.


Rooms

42-inch flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and beds are dressed in premium bedding. Other amenities include balconies, minibars, and free local calls.


Property features

Sonesta Hotel Cartagena features 3 outdoor pools, a children's pool, and a 24-hour gym. There's free parking, and an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for COP 40 per room roundtrip. Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with concierge services, luggage storage, and dry cleaning/laundry. Other amenities at this beach hotel include a sauna, free WiFi in public areas, and an outdoor tennis court.

Room options

Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed

1 King Bed | Sleeps 2

Standard Double Room, 1 King Bed

1 King Bed | Sleeps 2

Standard Twin Room, 2 Double Beds

2 Double Beds | Sleeps 4

Superior Twin Room, 2 Double Beds

2 Double Beds | Sleeps 4

Guest reviews for Sonesta Hotel Cartagena

Everyone (13) Couples (6) Family (3)
5
Partner Couples

It was an okay hotel, employees are nice. The hotel needs more maintenance in general, mainly the outside walls need to be painted. Very convenient hotel with super market, drug store, and atm down stairs.

By on Mar 28, 2024

Review comment responded on Mar 29, 2024

Dear Alvaro;We appreciate the rating you gave us and your kind comment. We are glad to know that you enjoy our service.We hope to welcome you again and provide you with the best of our service.Cordially,Alejandro SanchezGeneral Manager

1
Everyone

By on Dec 12, 2023

4
Everyone

Overall I had a great stay but they are doing construction which woke me up every morning by 7an I’m on vacation that was not ok with me ! I also think the housekeeping needs to wipe down everything not just what they think the customer can see .

By on Jun 23, 2023

Review comment responded on Jun 30, 2023

Dear Guest;Receive a cordial greeting from all the staff of Sonesta Cartagena, who thank you for the time you dedicated to qualify us and leave us your comment, for us your opinion is very important.Our main objective is your satisfaction, it would be a pleasure to welcome you again at the hotel. Best regards, Maria Alexandra VasquezQuality Assurance Manager

2
Friends

The property is unkept. There is a nasty neighborhood just next to the hotel. The restaurant is sore 40 min. to get a fried egg. Bathroom is falling apart. The staff is cordial and attentive

By on Jun 7, 2023

Review comment responded on Jun 15, 2023

Dear Guest;Thank you for your rating and comment, which helps us improve and provide excellent service.We hope to welcome you again and have the opportunity to demonstrate the improvements in our hotel aspect SincerelyAlejandro SanchezGeneral Manager.

1
Partner Couples

Beware of Columbia !! Especially black ppl !!! You are a target at this hotel !! They will have you set up & robbed at gun point broad day on camera we my husband and I was robbed of jewelry and money it was on the Colombian new police did nothing !! They came & left didn’t even say anything to us ! We just arrived not even there 3hours !!! Don’t bother calling police They don’t even care they will rob u too! We have the video of they robbery I will be reporting this to the U.S embassy! I almost was shot & killed on my birthday !!! & do not go to the beaches in the back of hotel they are waiting to rob u too the ppl there all are scammers & aggressive to scam you every in on it from the time u are at the airport !! Please do not stay here or go to Colombia !! May 18,2023 this happened!!!! I travel all over the world this has never happened to my husband & I !! You may not make it home !! Do not Go !!

By on May 23, 2023

Review comment responded on May 25, 2023

Receive a cordial greeting from all the staff of Sonesta Cartagena, who thank you for the time you dedicated to qualify us and leave us your comment, for us your opinion is very important.We were looking information about your situation and unfortunately this case happened around 4 blocks far of our hotel .Belive me that is very important for us care of our guest but the police had the situation and they did not find the people that robbed to you.We extend you our sincere apologies. and hope that the police can contact you and give you notice about your mishap.We wish you a happy day.Best regards, Maria Alexandra VasquezQuality Assurance Manager

5
Family

Best hotel ever!!!

By on Apr 8, 2023

Review comment responded on Apr 8, 2023

Dear guest,We appreciate the rating you gave us and the time you took to complete our survey, your opinion is important to us.We appreciate your kind persercion and hope to visit us very soon and relive the experience.Best regards, Alejandro SanchezGerente General

5
Family

I love the staff here

By on Nov 29, 2022

5
Everyone

By on Oct 2, 2022

4
Everyone

Amazing service by the staff

By on Sep 26, 2022

2
Family

Hotel is nice and clean but staff is not the best and do not have any sense of urgency. If you order a drink at the bar prepare to wait over 30 mins. After vacationing in a few other countries I can say that this was my least favorite place to visit and stay at. It’s nice that the hotel offers breakfast but it was not good at all, the food is cold and not that many options. Only thing we enjoyed about the pool was the fact that it wasn’t that deep, lifeguard was very annoying and we weren’t allowed to play music or eat food by the pool. DO NOT go the beach and if you do beware of the locals who will attack you with “free services” and then charge you ridiculous amounts

By on May 24, 2022

Review comment responded on Jun 11, 2022

Dear Rosarina, it is a pleasure to greet you. We appreciate the time you took to share your feedback on your stay during your visit. We are sorry for the inconveniences that marked your visit and created that perception of our service. Day by day we are working tirelessly with the goal of achieving a higher level of satisfaction for each of our valued guests, for this reason the respective feedback has been given to the team to take the necessary corrective actions in line with the continuous improvement process. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you again. Best regards, Alejandro Sánchez General Manager Sonesta Hotel Cartagena

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