Hotel Carretero

3.5 star property
Hotel in Manizales with spa services and free breakfast

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Restaurant
Gym
Junior Room | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Reception
Junior Room | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Gym
  • Bar

Explore the area

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Carrera 23 - 35A 31, Manizales, Caldas, 576
  • Place, Los Fundadores Theater
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Caldas Park
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Catedral Basilica Nustra Senora del Rosario
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Manizales (MZL-La Nubia)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

Superior Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Presidential Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Senior Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 King Beds

Standard Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 King Bed

Comfort Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Manizales

Located within a 5-minute walk of Los Fundadores Theater, Hotel Carretero is within a 15-minute stroll of Caldas Park. This 100-room, 3.5-star hotel has free breakfast along with conveniences like free in-room WiFi and a gym.

What's nearby

  • Los Fundadores Theater - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Caldas Park - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Catedral Basilica Nustra Senora del Rosario - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Bolivar Plaza - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Centro de Historia de Manizales - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Manizales (MZL-La Nubia) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Las Chuletas - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Plaza Café - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Juan Valdez Café - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪El Solar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Il Forno - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Hotel Carretero

Hotel in Manizales with spa services and free breakfast
Hotel Carretero features a gym, free WiFi in public areas, and spa services. The front desk has multilingual staff on hand 24/7 to help with dry cleaning/laundry, concierge services, and securing valuables. Additional amenities include laundry facilities, a porter/bellhop, and a banquet hall.
Guests can expect free WiFi and TVs with cable channels. Beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer free toiletries. Other standard amenities include minibars, safes, and phones.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. The spa is equipped with Turkish bath/hammam.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Gym

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Spa

  • Spa services
  • Turkish bath

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Mini-fridge
  • Minibar

More

  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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

Children and extra beds

  • Children stay free when using existing bedding (children may not be eligible for free breakfast)

Property payment types

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 major credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
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 PM—-3:00 AM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.

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 major credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

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.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Carretero Manizales
Hotel Carretero
Hotel Carretero Manizales
Hotel Carretero Hotel
Hotel Carretero Manizales
Hotel Carretero Hotel Manizales

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do around Hotel Carretero?

This hotel in Manizales is within a 10-minute walk of Los Fundadores Theater and Caldas Park. You'll also find Bolivar Plaza and Catedral Basilica Nustra Senora del Rosario less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Hotel Carretero?

Yes, there is a garage.

Does Hotel Carretero feature a casino on the premises?

No, Hotel Carretero doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Hotel Carretero?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Hotel Carretero?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a minibar and premium bedding as well as a bar.

Does Hotel Carretero have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Hotel Carretero feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Hotel Carretero serves free buffet breakfast each morning from its restaurant.

Does Hotel Carretero allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Hotel Carretero.

Does Hotel Carretero have connecting rooms?

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

How far is the airport from Hotel Carretero?

The closest major airport to Hotel Carretero is Manizales (MZL-La Nubia), which is 6.6 mi away (24 minutes by car). Another top airport is Pereira (PEI-Matecaña Intl.), which is around 23.4 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Hotel Carretero?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer either a balcony or a terrace where guests can enjoy city views.

Hotel Carretero Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 95 out of 187 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 50 out of 187 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 187 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 187 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 187 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Fabian

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

America

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luis, Boca Raton

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ana, Plantation

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service, clean and the breakfast was outstanding.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawil, Orlando

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Everything was great the staff need a little be more professionalism ...
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Maria, Las Vegas

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
At the time of the registration I was told they only had one adult in their system and I needed to pay for the second guest. They printed the reservation where clearly said one adult one child 15 years old. It took very long the check in. They wanted me to sign a paper with my last name misspelled and without giving me a copy. Next day and the whole week they were asking me multiple times for a copy of my second passport (why didn’t they gather all paperwork at the time of check in) even though I told them I was going to provide it to them before checking out as I was attending my moms funeral. The staff was texting me from personal cell phones via WhatsApp very uncomfortable, unprofessional and unsafe. Front desk manager Dora was rude and disrespectful. She denied any access to any other chain of command. Housekeeping personal and service were amazing. Front desk looked like traumatized team directed by Dora. She has no sense of respect for guest of anyone, she thinks her word is the only one. I sent a complaint to front desk management and surprise the manager was Dora and she receives and processes the complaints. Every time I passed by that front desk she was yelling at one of her employees, very negative atmosphere. The room was very cold, it had no heater. The pillows were old and not very comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Efren

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

jason

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

Great hotel

Great Hotel, much better than most 4 star hotels in Europe. Spacious rooms with 5 star linens
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oscar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Todo fu satisfactorio
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

German

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

María Andrea

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria Gabriela

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall good. The only issue is if you come by car indoor parking is small you may not find a space available and on Sunday’s the city shuts down the main avenue from 8-12 for cyclists
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Rodney

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

FLORENCIO

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The customer service at the front desk, house keeping and restaurant is outstanding, I will come back over and over again
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Santiago

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was really good!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Victor Hugo

Traveled with partner
It’s nothing close to the pictures they have on the website All the noise outside the room can hear it
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nataly

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

David

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Milton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nada
Stayed 10 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Ramon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Ramon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fernan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy C

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024