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Cartagena is a little slice of heaven on the northern coast of Colombia, overlooking the Caribbean Sea and scattered with Colombian tradition, culture, food, and lodging. While Cartagena has become a popular tourist location, it offers far from an ordinary tourist experience.
The streets of the beautiful Old Town district of Cartagena are lined with luxurious hotels, eateries, and rooftop bars that proudly showcase Colombian culture. Whether you’re interested in staying in Cartagena for a weekend or a bit longer, I’m sharing the most luxurious hotels for you to consider as you plan your trip!
Casa San Agustin
The Hotel Casa San Agustin is a beautiful reflection of Colombian architecture. Throughout the lobby, restaurant, suites, and guest rooms, you’ll notice elements like original frescoes and wood-beamed ceilings, reflective of Colombia’s history dating back to the 17th century.
The hotel features 20 guest rooms and 11 suites, the Acasí private beach, the Aurum Spa, a pool, and the in-house Alma Restaurant. The Casa San Agustin also offers several packages like the Acasí Beach Package and the Spa Getaway. Booking these specials simply guarantees a luxurious experience on top of your suite.
Whether you want a private beach all to yourself or a half-day spa session, the sky’s the limit at Casa San Agustin.
You’ll definitely want to grab lunch, dinner, or drinks at the Alma Restaurant during your stay. The Alma features signature Colombian dishes, fresh Caribbean seafood, and craft cocktails.
Sofitel Barú Calablanca Beach Resort
The Sofitel Barú is quite literally the definition of luxury. All the way from booking to checkout, your experience will be nothing short of impressive. For starters, the Sofitel Barú is situated on an island, Isla Barú, which is about a 40 minute boat ride from Cartagena.
If you value privacy and want to stay away from the city, this is definitely the hotel choice for you. You’ll easily be able to explore Cartagena, and come home to your perfect paradise on the island for a quiet night.
The Sofitel Barú not only draws inspiration from Colombian tradition but also from French culture and art. The guest rooms reflect the beauty of the beach, that you can see right out your window; along with touches of stone and natural wood, and of course, only the best of the best bed sheets and bath products.
When staying here, be sure to enjoy a cocktail at La Pergola, their rooftop bar, grab dinner at the Calablanca Restaurant, and book an appointment at their in-house spa.
While the Sofitel Barú is clearly all about over-the-top luxury, that doesn’t mean that they’re skimping on fun! Through the hotel, you can go on all kinds of adventures around the island, such as a bicycle tour, a mixology class, Colombian coffee tastings, and even movie screenings under the stars!
Sofitel Legend Santa Clara Cartagena
Last, but certainly not least, the Sofitel Legend is a perfect blend of the two aforementioned hotels. It encompasses all the beauty of Colombian culture along with the over-the-top luxury found at the Sofitel Barú.
The Sofitel Legend was originally built as a convent in 1621, and is now one of the most popular hotels in the Old Town portion of Cartagena. Both guest rooms and suites have their own unique views, so whether you want to wake up to the ocean or catch the lights of the city before going to bed, you’ll have your choice of view when you book.
As a guest, you’ll have access to two restaurants and three bars, all with various selections of Caribbean-style favorites and Colombian dishes. Don’t forget to visit the swimming pool, check out the gorgeous architecture in the Colonial area, and enjoy all the luxury the Legend has to offer in the comfort of Colombian beauty and tradition.
You can’t go wrong with any of these showstopping hotels. If you want to be right in the middle of all the action in Old Town, the Casa San Agustin is your best bet. For a little more privacy and over-the-top luxury, definitely book your stay at the Sofitel Barú. Finally, for a healthy mix of both, consider booking with the Sofitel Legend.