Pros (+) The personell where pretty good. The location is 15-20 minutes away from the walled city. Is relaxing and a good price for your money.
Cons (-) They never had any towels you had to constantly ask for some.
4 stars
Sonesta Hotel Cartagena
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Overview
Sonesta Hotel Cartagena is set in Cartagena de Indias and is close to local sightseeing spots, such as La Boquilla Beach. It also offers a sauna, an outdoor pool and outdoor tennis courts.
Hotel Sonesta Cartagena has recently undergone refurbishment and features a sun deck, a kids pool and 24-hour room service. Staff are available 24 hours a day and can help with booking tours and tickets. It also provides useful facilities for meetings and events.
Each room is well-equipped to make guests comfortable and includes an iPod docking station, a mini bar and a coffee maker. All feature a private bathroom with robes and amenities.
The hotel features an on-site restaurant, serving Caribbean and international cuisines. There is also a selection of beverages to enjoy at the bar, which has a view of the beach.
Within a 20-minute drive of Cartagena Cathedral and Rafael Nunez International Airport, Sonesta provides an airport shuttle service for those staying at the property. Additionally, many places of interest are in easy reach.
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Privacy Preferences
Amenities at Sonesta Hotel Cartagena
- Outdoor pool
- Beachfront
- Fitness centre
- Restaurant
- Bar/Lounge
- Room service
- Free Wi-Fi
- Free parking
- Business centre
- Wi-Fi available in all areas
Basics
- Free Wi-Fi
- Wi-Fi available in all areas
- Internet
- Linens
- Towels
- Fire extinguisher
- Free toiletries
- Shampoo
- Smoke alarms
- Body soap
- Air-conditioned
- Dustbins
- Conditioner
Services and conveniences
- ATM on-site
- Business centre
- Wake-up service
- Concierge service
- Safety deposit box
- Meeting/Banquet facilities
- Room service
- Tour desk
- Key card access
- Bottle of water
- Private check-in/check-out
- 24-hour front desk
Accessibility and suitability
- Entire unit wheelchair accessible
- Disabled access
- Lift
- Accessible by lift
- Hypoallergenic pillow
- No smoking
- Non-feather pillow
- Private entrance
Bathroom
- Shower
- Shower cap
- Hairdryer
- Toilet
- Toilet paper
- Toothbrush
- Private bathroom
Pool and spa
- Pool bar
- Infinity pool
- Spa
- Outdoor pool
- Sauna
- Pool towels
Dining
- Minibar
- Snack bar
- Restaurant
- Bar/Lounge
- Breakfast in the room
- Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
General
- Beachfront
- Family rooms
- Seating area
- Telephone
- Tile/marble floor
- Storage available
Laundry
- Laundry facilities
- Ironing service
- Laundry service
- Iron and ironing board
- Trouser press
Bedroom
- Extra-long beds (> 2 metres)
- Feather pillow
- Socket near the bed
- Alarm clock
- Wardrobe or closet
Media and entertainment
- Radio
- Flat-screen TV
- Cable or satellite TV
- TV
Parking and transportation
- Airport shuttle (surcharge)
- Free parking
- Shuttle service (additional charge)
Outdoor
- Terrace/Patio
- Balcony
- Garden
Workspace
- Fax/photocopying
- Laptop safe
- Desk
Health and safety
- Daily housekeeping
- Safe
Family friendly
- Child pool
- Complimentary breakfast
Fitness
- Fitness centre
- Tennis
Things to do
- Beach access
Reviews of Sonesta Hotel Cartagena
8.0
Very good
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Very good
525
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232
Fair
195
Mediocre
103
Poor
183
Summary of reviews
Guests say
Guests appreciated the excellent service and friendly staff, highlighting the good food and beautiful grounds. However, there were significant concerns regarding cleanliness, with reports of unclean bathrooms and maintenance issues. The location was also criticized for being unsafe and inconvenient for accessing local attractions.AI-generated from customer reviews
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Pros (+) The pool was nice and the location, the rooms where ok
Cons (-) They didn't prepare for the season so they had problems with the towels, also the service is not so good and the breakfast vas horrible.
Pros (+) Sonesta is The perfect hotel to relax and stay nest to sea. The food and the service are really good.
Cons (-) Uf you have to or want to fo every day to old town, Its so far, and taxis are expensive.
Pros (+) Excellent service, housekeeping and security in more secluded area.
Pros (+) Staff was VERY friendly, grounds were beautiful, pool was very nice.
Cons (-) No hot water in the shower.
Pros (+) Mostly the staff was friendly. The pool was Clean daily. The rooms were great and big and clean. Thee free breakfast was better than most hotels I stayed in. Very good place to stay.
Location
Carrera 9 No 35 104, Cartagena
What's nearby
- Playa La Boquilla0.9 km
- Playa de Marbella5 km
- Castillo San Felipe de Barajas6.7 km
- India Catalina6.7 km
- Estadio Olímpico Jaime Morón León6.9 km
- Estadio Once de Noviembre7.1 km
- Universidad de Cartagena7.2 km
- Torre del Reloj7.4 km
- Plaza de los Coches7.4 km
- Cartagena Cathedral7.5 km
- Centro de Convenciones Cartagena de Indias7.5 km
- Plaza de Santo Domingo7.5 km
Policies
Check-in/Check-out | Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 12:00 |
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License number: 24587
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Value for money | 7.8 |
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Distance to city centre | 8.7 km |
Nearest airport | Cartagena Rafael Nunez |
Distance to airport | 3.2 km |