Sonesta Hotel Cartagena, Cartagena

Sonesta Hotel Cartagena - A modern beachfront hotel with three pools, business facilities, and direct beach access

Sonesta Hotel Cartagena is a 4-star property located in La Boquilla, featuring a 200-meter-long beach and three outdoor pools, including one for children. The 118 air-conditioned rooms offer flat-screen satellite TVs, private balconies, and laptop-friendly workspaces, with suites including hydromassage showers and separate living areas. Guests can dine at Kanoa Restaurant, serving coastal cuisine like fish and seafood stews, or enjoy breakfast at Palenke Restaurant, which includes Colombian specialties such as arepas and carimañolas. The hotel provides a business center, two event rooms, a tennis court, and a gym, along with free Wi-Fi throughout. Sonesta Hotel is a 10-minute drive from Rafael Núñez International Airport and 20 minutes from Cartagena’s historic walled city.

Pros

The beachfront location provides direct access to snorkeling and fishing activities.

Three outdoor pools, including a dedicated children’s pool, offer varied leisure options.

The buffet breakfast includes regional dishes like Colombian arepas and pandebono.

Business facilities include meeting rooms, AV equipment, and high-speed Wi-Fi.

Suites feature hydromassage showers and spacious layouts with separate living areas.

Cons

The pools undergo maintenance on Mondays, Tuesdays, or after holidays.

The beach is public, which may result in occasional crowds.