Travelers sip morning coffee in a garden oasis before exploring Cartagena's historic landmarks with activity recommendations from the knowledgeable staff
The vibrant spirit of Cartagena's Walled City surrounds guests at Centro Hotel Cartagena. Start your day with a full breakfast in the garden, connect with WiFi, and browse complimentary newspapers. Multilingual staff offer local insights to help plan your day of exploration.
Located in Cartagena Walled City, a neighborhood in Cartagena, Centro Hotel Cartagena is near the airport and near the beach. Clock Tower and Colon Theater are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Cartagena Fishing Club and Santa Cruz Marina. Ciudad Movil Cultural Center and Caribbean Naval Museum are also worth visiting. Visit our Cartagena travel guide
Calle Del Arzobispado 34 -80, Centro Historico, Cartagena, Bolivar, 130001
What's nearby
Clock Tower
2 min walk - 0.2 km
Cartagena de Indias Convention Center
3 min walk - 0.3 km
Walls of Cartagena
6 min walk - 0.5 km
San Pedro Claver Church and Convent
6 min walk - 0.6 km
Bolivar Square
6 min walk - 0.6 km
Getting around
Rafael Nunez Intl. Airport (CTG)
17 min drive
Restaurants
Amaretto
2 min walk
San Valentín Restaurante Bar
3 min walk
The clock pub
2 min walk
Restaurante Candé
2 min walk
Mama’s Pizza
2 min walk
About this property
Centro Hotel Cartagena
Hotel near Clock Tower
Located close to Cartagena de Indias Convention Center, Centro Hotel Cartagena provides free full breakfast, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), concierge services, and a 24-hour front desk
Multilingual staff, free newspapers, and a front-desk safe
Tour/ticket assistance and luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms at Centro Hotel Cartagena feature thoughtful touches such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes.
24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
Area shuttle (surcharge)
Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
Food and drink
Free full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
A coffee shop/cafe
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Concierge services
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Tour and ticket assistance
Outdoors
Garden
Accessibility
No elevator
More
2 floors
Built in 1680
Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower
Towels provided
Entertainment
20-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
Food and drink
Limited room service
Minibar
More
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Desk
Free local calls
Phone
Safe
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
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
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 4 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
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).
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Airport shuttle fee: COP 45000 per vehicle (one way)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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 and cash
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
If you are traveling with a child your property may require you to present the following documents: Parents traveling into Colombia with a child under 18 may be required to present the child's birth certificate and photo ID (passport for non-Columbian citizens) upon check-in. If a relative or legal guardian is traveling into Colombia with the child, that relative or legal guardian may be required to present a notarized consent of travel signed by both parents and 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 who plan to travel with children should consult with a Colombian consulate office prior to travel for further guidance.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Property is also known as
Centro Cartagena
Centro Hotel
Centro Hotel Cartagena
Frequently asked questions
Is Centro Hotel Cartagena pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
This hotel doesn't offer parking.
What time is check-in at Centro Hotel Cartagena?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.
What time is check-out at Centro Hotel Cartagena?
Check-out is at noon.
Does Centro Hotel Cartagena provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of COP 45000 per vehicle applies.
Where is Centro Hotel Cartagena located?
Located in Cartagena Walled City, this hotel is steps from Plaza de los Coches and Clock Tower. Cartagena de Indias Convention Center and Bocagrande Beach are also within 1 mi (2 km).
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Centro Hotel Cartagena Reviews
7.6
Good
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8.0
Cleanliness
8.6
Location
8.6
Staff & service
7.2
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 52 out of 164 reviews
10 - Excellent
52
Rating 8 - Good. 57 out of 164 reviews
8 - Good
57
Rating 6 - Okay. 28 out of 164 reviews
6 - Okay
28
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 164 reviews
4 - Poor
16
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 164 reviews
2 - Terrible
11
Reviews
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Adam
2022/3/17
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The property is in a great location.
Adam
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
Verified
8/10 Good
Kelly
2022/2/25
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Check-in and check-out were easy, and the staff was very helpful throughout my stay. The property is in an excellent location that is within walking distance to many restaurants, bars, shops, and other local attractions. The complimentary breakfast was nice to have.
In my room, the water pressure in the bathroom sink was a bit weak, but it worked just fine for basic usage. Also, because the property is so centrally located in an area known for its nightlife, it can get noisy at night, so be cautious of that if you're not used to street noise.
Reservei 2 quartos triplos iguais. Deram um que tinha varanda p rua, enquanto o outro tinha uma fresta (posso provar c foto) p área do café. Reclamei na hora e, então, nos deram um quarto inferior ao q reservei (duplo). Aceitamos porque tinha varanda e não ficaríamos na clausura anterior apesar de triplo. Só pra avisar, o hotel fica no segundo andar, acessível através de dois lances de escada. A única vantagem deste hotel é a localização.
Simone
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022
Verified
8/10 Good
Jeanette
2022/2/7
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location
Good service. This hotel is all location not so many amenities and small rooms. Small selection for breakfast and few people speaking English.
The rooms were clean, very comfortable, and the staff was amazing. They went over and beyond to help make our stay enjoyable. I highly recommend this hotel for anyone visiting Cartagena.
ES UN LUGAR MUY CENTRICO, TRANWUILO, EL PERSONAL MUY AMABLE, LIMPIO, CON TODAS LAS COMODIDADES
VANESSA MELISA
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021
Verified
4/10 Poor
DANIEL J
2021/8/23
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
What I like, Boutique like feeling. like I was back in time. What i don't like is NO hot water for Shower & had to continuously have my AC room on the whole time because if not the room smells moldy. Time to time i don't know how but mosquitoes would end up in the room.
DANIEL J
Stayed 15 nights in Aug 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveler
2021/8/21
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
The staff and service were excellent. However the rooms need a little bit of maintenance. But the locations is everything!!!
En Hotel Centro By Collection es un lugar que recomiendo abiertamente por sus atenciones del personal, destacando la de Javier Funes y Grecy, ambos muy conversadores y excelente anfitriones. Es uno de los hoteles con mejor precio en su categoría, lo recomiendo.
Verified traveler
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
Verified
8/10 Good
Verified traveler
2021/8/7
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Buena ubicación y el lugar es bonito, le falta que mantenimiento a sus instalaciones.
Great little hotel. One must understand this is in the heart of the historical center. Everything is oriented toward tourists. While the prices are still reasonable all the restaurants are 2 to 4 times what a typical Colombian restaurant would be.
This hotels location could not be better. A few blocks from the Transcarribe bus station and again in the heart of the historical center. You can walk to almost everything you may want to see including the castle or fortress.
The staff in the hotel was very friendly.
The breakfast is not the greatest but adequate g8ven the price during the pandemic. Just wish you could get more than 2 small cups of coffee. Lol.
Charming place to stay. Very happy with it. Will stay here again on the next trip.
Awesome place. Perfect location. Clean room. And cheap. The airport pickup was a little pricey (45,000 Colombian pesos, should only have to pay about 25,000 with a taxi), but besides that, everything was great
Checked in . Room was relatively clean but airconditioning was inoperative with outside air temps in the 80’s and high humidity. TV was inop as well. No possibility to change rooms😡
Verified traveler
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020
Verified
4/10 Poor
Verified traveler
2020/2/3
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Bathroom dirty. Towels worn out. Bed bunk dusty. Mini fridge has contaminated water.
I may as well have stayed at a hostel and not paid $90 per night.
Zimmer ohne Fenster, Bad sehr klein, keine Abstellmöglichkeiten und kaputte Fliesen. Wasserhahn und Dusche nur mit tröpfelndem Wasser.
Mobiliar uralt, Matratze hart, Frühstück minimal für Erwachsene, Kaffee und Saft auf ein Glas limitiert, Obst hauchdünn geschnitten und zugeteilt, Personal an der Rezeption und im öffentlichen Restaurant sehr freundlich, sehr gute Lage zum erkunden der Altstadt,
Great hotel, perfect location. Breakfast portions are small. This hotel charges per guest, so if you meet someone and bring them back, you have to register them; the hotel charges $100000 pesos per night per guest, FYI.. it isn't a small charge to simply cover breakfast. It's nearly an entire night's rate.
The balcony is great, mosquitoes get in but if you run the ceiling fan that keeps them at bay because mosquitoes are poor flyers. Water pressure was pretty low but the shower was big. Street noise gets in as the drivers are relentless with their horns 24/7 but the hotel itself is kind of an oasis.
Rooms poorly maintained. Incompetent staff with poor hospitality skills. Lack of international language knowledge. I initially was given a room with no water and had to spend the night there after traveling for 20 hours.
The only benefit of staying at this hotel is its location, that’s it. Facilities were pretty basic. The bathroom didn’t have water the first day. Saw an earthworm creep into the shower. I guess you suck that for the location but I’m sure there are better options within the walled city. Staff were nice and tried to help - but they can only do so much!
The property was very beautiful. The breakfast was very relaxed in that if you prefer speedy service rather than low-key service, you may get frustrated