HOSTAL LA BOQUILLA, Cartagena

Hostal La Boquilla - A beachfront guesthouse with an outdoor pool, shared kitchen, and sea-view rooms

Hostal La Boquilla sits on a 200-meter-long beach in La Boquilla, a neighborhood known for its Afro-Colombian culture and year-round warm weather. The guesthouse features air-conditioned rooms, including twin, double, triple, and family accommodations, some with sea views, private balconies, or inner courtyard access. Each room includes a flat-screen TV with streaming services, free WiFi (25+ Mbps), and access to a shared kitchen equipped with a stovetop, refrigerator, and kitchenware. An outdoor pool, garden, and terrace are available for leisure, while activities like snorkeling, cycling, and fishing can be arranged nearby. The 24-hour front desk offers practical advice in English and Spanish, and an American breakfast is served each morning. Nearby landmarks include Playas De La Boquilla (500 meters) and Convento La Popa de la Galera (2 km).

Pros

The beachfront location provides direct access to a 200-meter-long shoreline.

Rooms feature air conditioning, flat-screen TVs with streaming services, and some offer sea views.

A shared kitchen allows guests to prepare meals with provided stovetop and refrigerator.

The outdoor pool and garden offer on-site relaxation options.

Staff at the 24-hour front desk speak both English and Spanish.

Cons

Some rooms have shared bathrooms, which may not suit all guests.

The nearest major landmarks, like Monumento a Miguel de Cervantes, are 4 km away.