Hotel Cartagena Dubai

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6.2 (122 reviews)
Cra 1 No. 9-82, Bocagrande, Cartagena, 130001 , Cartagena , CO

Facilities

Boat tours nearby
Fitness facilities
Area shuttle (surcharge)
Arcade/game room
Nightclub
Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Terrace
Luggage storage
Sauna
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Good location
Beautiful places to stay
Cons:
Outdated furniture
Water supply issues

Categories

Cleanliness
4.96
Furniture and hotel are outdated, impacting the overall cleanliness perception.
Service
7.43
Service failed to resolve the running water issue promptly.
Location
7.47
Good location with centralized access to malls and beaches.
Room Quality
4.92
The furniture and bedding all need updates, reflecting poor room quality.
Amenities
6.15
Basic amenities provided but outdated, impacting overall appeal.
Value for Money
6.11
Considering the location and amenities, the value is moderate.
Food and Beverage
6.46
Breakfast was good with fair variety, but some items were subpar.
Overall Experience
6.13
Inconveniences with water supply affected the overall stay.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 15:58

Property Description

Welcome to Hotel Cartagena Dubai, where luxury and relaxation meet just steps from the beautiful Bocagrande Beach!

Spa & Wellness
Indulge in rejuvenating body treatments and facials at our on-site spa, or unwind in the sauna after a day of adventure. Restore your energy in our outdoor pool while sipping refreshing cocktails from the poolside bar.

Dining Delights
Experience culinary bliss with our all-inclusive dining options that feature a variety of delicious meals and beverages. Whether you enjoy casual snacks in the coffee shop or dine at our restaurant, you're guaranteed a satisfying experience.

Convenient Amenities
With complimentary Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk, and concierge services, your every need is covered. Plan events in our versatile meeting spaces, or take advantage of our complimentary shuttle for a day of shopping or exploration.

Don't miss the opportunity to immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of Cartagena—book your stay today!

Important information:

  • 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 visitors) 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.
  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
  • No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.
  • At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination.
  • The COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and up; guests must have received complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 12 days prior to check-in.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: CTG

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • Pets

    Service animals not allowed

  • Covid

    Minimum age for proof of COVID-19 vaccination requirement: 12

  • Covid

    Guests must provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination

  • Covid

    COVID-19 vaccine must have been received a minimum number of days before check-in: 12

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Location

Guest Reviews

6.2
Based on 122 reviews
Cleanliness: 4.96
Service: 7.43
Location: 7.47
Room Quality: 4.92
Amenities: 6.15
Value for Money: 6.11
Food and Beverage: 6.46
Overall Experience: 6.13
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Q4038XSlaurao Family co
4
For being Dubai, the furniture and the hotel are outdated and breakfast is a same and hard bread and cold sausage.
Pros:

Definitely need to upgrade the hotel, the furniture, the bedding all needs to be updated. Please update hotel it’s in a good location centralized access to the mall small shops in small restaurants and the beach is good.

2025-08-30 via Tripadvisor
J
jose
10
Pros:

Beautiful places to stay with the family

2025-07-20 via Nuitee
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Rafy family
6
Pros:

The ocean views are amazing, the breakfast is good and they have fair variety, but on our first night the hotel had no running water and we were stuck before our tour. We contacted reception and they kept lying until they said that the entire area had no running water. That is wack because a hotel is supposed to provide 24/7 water. Would stay there again? It’s a no from me due to that inconvenience.

2025-07-19 via Nuitee
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L4752BDrobertb Couples
4
A COUPLE AT THE DUBAI
Pros:

So with the name Dubai in the caption, I thought this would be one great hotel. Sadly, I was mistaken. The lobby is large but hot, no AC. There was a lot of people checking in and only one person working, so it took a while. The check in staff looked bored, I thought they were just hot. The room was old, smelled old and very disappointed in the quality, definitely needs a renovation. No restaurant BUT they have a buffet with a very limited selection. and did I say it was hot.

2025-06-19 via Tripadvisor
M
miguel
4
Pros:

Nesecita tremenda renovación nada es como lo que se ve en fotos, todo sucio y antiguo

2025-06-19 via Nuitee
A
AIMEE family
2
Pros:

People are really friendly, nice and very helpful but the Hotel wasn't the best experience, serious problems with Air conditioning, and after they moved us to another room, second didnt have hot water, based on the pictures, I was expecting better quality overall.

2025-06-18 via Nuitee
Y
Yamina
2
Pros:

El servicio pésimo. Nadie nos recibió las maletas al bajar del taxi. Mucha limitación con los horarios de la cómoda. Las bebidas, nada que ver comparado en otros hoteles .Nada de variedad con la cómida. No hay comodidad en los cuartos. O teníamos donde poner la ropa , No hay closet . No servicio a habitaciones .

2025-06-16 via Nuitee
E
Erika Maria Veloz family
6
Pros:

The pool was dirty people left bottle and cup onside the pool the pool chais and furniture were dirty and old

2025-06-13 via Nuitee
F
Fabian De
2
Pros:

I left the premises couple minutes after check in.
Still waiting from Expedia response regarding case 8471137

2025-06-09 via Nuitee
M
MATTHEW family
4
Pros:

My jewelry went missing here. Property advertises amenities that are falling apart. Cheap vibes here. They will nickel and dime you wherever they can. For example, you’ll pay $45USD per person if your family stops by during the day.

2025-06-03 via Nuitee
A
Avo
8
Pros:

It needs upgrades, maintenance ... Staff is great...

2025-05-30 via Nuitee
N
Nicholas partner
4
Pros:

I stayed at Hotel Cartagena Dubai for my birthday, and I was honestly so disappointed. I had high hopes based on the photos online, but they were completely misleading — definitely catfishing. The hotel looked old and worn out from the moment we arrived, and I immediately regretted booking it.

We had reserved a king room (online said slept two people), At check-in, we were charged more than what was listed online for the additional person, which felt unfair and unprofessional. For the price, we expected much better — especially since places like the Hyatt are at the same level price-wise and offer a far superior experience.

The room was at least clean and smelled good, but everything felt dated and poorly maintained. It just didn’t feel special — definitely not the kind of place you want to celebrate a special occasion like a birthday.

Also, it’s not centrally located at all. We ended up spending most of our time (and money) in the Walled City, which is absolutely where you should stay if you’re visiting Cartagena.

I wouldn’t stay at Hotel Cartagena Dubai again. If you want a memorable trip, skip this one and book something inside the Walled City — trust me.

2025-05-28 via Nuitee
L
Leonor
2
Pros:

Terrible bad

2025-05-27 via Nuitee
D
David partner
10
Pros:

Great staff great location! The girl at the little desk on the side of the lobby who set us up with the boat adventure to Ibiza island was amazing. She was very knowledgeable, she recommended us to visit this place. She was right! we had a wonderful time.

2025-05-22 via Nuitee
G
Gina
6
Pros:

Outdated. Lack of staff. Low light in some areas. Theme was something of the 90s. Felt more like the old Luxor hotel in Las Vegas

2025-05-17 via Nuitee
P
pastos family
10
Pros:

l'hôtel est ancien mais propre
la literie est excellente
le personnel très serviable
la nourriture est très bonne

2025-04-26 via Nuitee
V
Van family
6
Pros:

It’s all inclusive but it’s a lie, very limited hours, menu and space. It is not a all inclusive hotel as they charge for.

I would not come back again

2025-04-25 via Nuitee
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Jelani David family
6
Pros:

There was a number of things wrong in my room. The phone didnt work. The wifi was sometime-ish. Shower did not produce hot water. And there was no fixtures or drawers or anything for my clothing. Paint was dripping off the wall from the Air conditioner. And my safe wasnt working.
But, maybe i had a bad unit. No one else in my party had these complaints.

2025-04-12 via Nuitee
R
Ryan Kurt
8
Pros:

Very nice overall.

2025-03-28 via Nuitee
V
Voyage33649932727 Couples us
2
Beautiful building from outside, but everything is bad inside
Pros:

A/C very loud. We found small roaches in the room. Food was really bad. Just one restaurant that serves a very limited buffet. Service es mediocre. No small towels in the room, no bottle of water, lousy breakfast. The only good review is that the room is big and beds are conformable

2025-03-02 via Tripadvisor