Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great service
Delicious food
Beautiful amenities
Cons:
Room readiness issues
Overwhelming events affecting service

Categories

Cleanliness
8.55
Cleanliness was affected by the hotel being overwhelmed during a wedding, leading to a less favorable experience.
Service
10
Most reviews highlight excellent service, with staff consistently friendly and helpful.
Location
9.55
The hotel's location in Cartagena received positive remarks for its ambiance.
Room Quality
8.55
Some guests reported issues with room readiness upon check-in.
Amenities
10
The pool and spa received high praise, with guests enjoying the facilities despite some service hiccups.
Value for Money
9.05
Some guests felt that the price did not match the service quality during busy times.
Food and Beverage
9.55
Numerous positive comments about food quality and varied options, particularly the breakfasts.
Overall Experience
9.95
Overall, a great experience despite minor setbacks, with many guests wanting to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 15:44

Property Description

Historic Charm and Modern Luxury

Balcony Views and Modern Amenities
Experience the enchanting blend of history and luxury with rooms offering balconies overlooking lush gardens or the stunning Caribbean. Enjoy modern comforts like flat-screen TVs and complimentary WiFi during your stay.

Culinary Delights and Fine Dining
Indulge in a culinary journey at our two distinguished restaurants. El Claustro tantalizes your taste buds with international flavors, while 1621 restaurant offers exquisite regional gourmet dishes that will leave you craving for more.

Relaxation and Wellness Retreat
Unwind and rejuvenate at our extensive spa facilities boasting 8 treatment cabins, a fully-equipped gym, and a tranquil sauna. Pamper yourself with luxurious treatments and embrace a state of bliss during your stay at Sofitel Legend Santa Clara Cartagena.

Book your stay now and immerse yourself in luxury and history at Sofitel Legend Santa Clara Cartagena.

Important information:

For your safety, the entrance of any guest who has not been identified during the reservation process, or not registered at check-in, will be prohibited.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 7 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed).

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 3 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 11 years old stay for US$0 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.4
Based on 876 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.55
Service: 10
Location: 9.55
Room Quality: 8.55
Amenities: 10
Value for Money: 9.05
Food and Beverage: 9.55
Overall Experience: 9.95
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Jaime couple co
1
Pésimo
Pros:

La ubicación

Cons:

La habitación es vieja, fea, con basurera oxidada y extremadamente pequeña. No vale la pena pagar el monto por el tipo de habitación y atención recibida. La piscina es pequeña. Por su estructura hace un calor terrible y no llega la brisa del mar. Nos quejamos a varias veces y no hicieron nada. Lamentable q un hotel que se vende como 5 estrellas tenga instalaciones tan viejas y tan mala atención. El carro de la foto estuvo por más de 24h al lado de la habitación. A pesar de que dijimos nunca fue retirado.

2026-07-25 via Nuitee
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Ronaldo couple br
10
Estamos muito felizes e voltaremos
Pros:

Tudo estava organizado e serviço de limpeza impecável

Cons:

Não tenho o que criticar

2026-07-24 via Nuitee
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Marcelo Fernando couple py
8
2026-07-24 via Nuitee
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SSZTraveler Family
10
Perfect sanctuary in the heart of the walled city Cartagena
Pros:

A true five star property in the heart of old town Cartagena, Columbia. We booked our stay with American Express Fine Hotels and Resorts were upgraded to a nice room. We also had an included free daily breakfast, which was very good with made to order dishes and a healthy selection of buffet items. I would like to acknowledge two people who went out of their way to make sure we had a good experience: Matteo and Karem. Both were at the front desk, and made sure that our stay was perfect. Would definitely stay here again.

2026-07-23 via Tripadvisor
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edwardandsandrar Couples
10
Magical Stay in the Historic City of Cartagena
Pros:

It would be difficult to recognize everyone without unintentionally leaving someone out because the entire team was exceptional. We especially enjoyed interacting with Jeremy, Edison, Alejandro, Marco Antonio, Pedro, and Gabriel, who were always friendly, attentive, and welcoming. At Jardin Restaurant, Leonardo, Jorge, Maria, Claudia, Katherine, Clarabel, Alondra, and Oriana provided outstanding service and made every dining experience a pleasure. At 1621 Zharick and Jose were awesome! Truly, every member of the staff we encountered was fantastic and contributed to making our stay so memorable.

2026-07-22 via Tripadvisor
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Marcelo Fernando couple py
8
2026-07-21 via Nuitee
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Jose couple cl
9
Excellent
Pros:

All

Cons:

Too expensive

2026-07-21 via Nuitee
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Leticia extended_group py
10
2026-07-19 via Nuitee
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anasab2026 Family Houston, Texas
10
Heart of Cartagena
Pros:

Sofitel Legend Santa Clara Cartagena Columbia,
July 11-17, 2026

Location:
Inside the walled city; convenient to walk to shops and restaurants.
Overall, the stay was amazing.

Atmosphere:
Quaint historic luxurious architecture. The structure and layout create nostalgic ambience but very clean - no mold mildew or musty odor.

The courtyard, lobby and walkways enhance the island feel of outdoors.

Plenty of free glass bottled water; a water refill station; and icy cucumber-lime infused water in the lobby.

Check-in:
Was very smooth and welcoming. The entire staff was inviting, professional and well dressed so easily differentiated and recognizable.

Rooms: Immaculate.
Comfortable and cozy.
Senora Edis was our housekeeper who works tirelessly and added nice touches to our room that we noticed.
Bed and bedding was impeccably clean, rooms adequately spaced with drawers, closets and clothes hangers. (choice of pillows)

Bathroom:
Very clean with good lighting including a magnifying make up mirror. Also the hotel provided umbrellas in the rooms and the lobby.

Cleanliness:
The entire hotel was immaculately clean. If there was any flaw or lack it was addressed immediately to satisfaction.

Value:
Expensive intercontinental 5 star expectations with exceptional staff service.

Noise level:
amazingly NO disturbances in the room.
The only noise was at night in the restaurant courtyard — loud, continuous high-pitched peeping sounds vocalized by tiny ground frogs but that’s nature so you cannot control it. I did not see them but surely heard them. They are part of Cartagena.

Amenities:
Whatever you need, they can provide. The bathroom had nice basic toiletries; the room had varieties of coffee and delicious chocolates. Plenty of water for the asking.

Service:
Every single staff member that we encountered was courteous, gracious and welcoming.

Service:
Breakfast Buffet:
Señora Amada is a wonderfully pleasant accommodating waitress. We appreciated her attentiveness, bright smile and looked forward to dining in her station.

Outstanding Butler Service:
Señor Rudy Cuadro is the epitome of excellence extraordinaire! A perfect gentleman.
He is very professional; personable, respectful; knowledgeable and well versed with superb multi- lingual communication skills; well mannered, resourceful and patient.
He explained historical aspects of Columbia and walled city of Cartagena in textbook fashion. Amazing! Answering our many questions regarding cultural, recreational and leisure tourist pastimes.

Upon request Sr. Rudy suggested several options of impressive safe excursions to experience. He booked exclusive reservations and outings for us including the Palenque tour. At Palenque we had an incredible fun time where we interacted, shopped, learned and enjoyed the Best food of our entire trip (besides the hotel breakfast buffet).

Sr. Rudy scheduled our hotel spa appointment that we changed several times, accommodating every change without even a hint of annoyance.
Sr. Rudy was perfect for us, the absolute best —-we could not have had any better synchronization.
Thanks to Diego; Jeremy: Alejandro and all of the staff named and unnamed here. all of
And many special thanks to Sr. Rudy for enhancing our 1st visit to Columbia to be enjoyable,easy and memorable.

2026-07-18 via Tripadvisor
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Pimlico123 Couples The Netherlands
10
Fabulous courtyard dinner
Pros:

We had a wonderful dinner in the courtyard at Santa Clara - fabulous food and service- with a special mention to Vanessa for taking care of us so well! The courtyard is stunning - calm and peaceful perfect for dinner.

2026-07-14 via Tripadvisor
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rinskeblo Family Laren, North Holland Province
10
Wonderful!
Pros:

We loved everything about our stay. The breakfast is absolutely and fantastic, especially having it in the courtyard. The location is perfect, right in the old town.
But what was most outstanding was the service by the staff. Literally every member of staff, from the people at the pool to the butlers to the people serving breakfast. Wow! Thank you for all you do!

2026-07-14 via Tripadvisor
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Anne-Sophie solo_traveller fr
9
Un moment de plaisir
Pros:

Service remarquable, piscine superbe, restaurant excellent, petit dej fantastique

2026-07-12 via Nuitee
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A2333XTalexg Couples
10
World Class Everything!
Pros:

Immaculate service. Best I have ever experienced. Enchanting building. Terrific dining and cocktail program. One of the coolest bars I’ve ever hung out in. Dont think twice abt staying here. Luis is the man as well!

2026-07-11 via Tripadvisor
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Laury solo_traveller fr
10
Un hôtel d’exception au cœur de la ville historique
Pros:

Un séjour de rêve ! L’hôtel est absolument magnifique et le personnel est toujours aux petits soins. Idéalement situé au cœur du quartier historique, c’est un véritable havre de paix. Une expérience exceptionnelle !

2026-07-11 via Nuitee
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Teresa couple es
7
Agradable
Pros:

La ubicación

Cons:

Limpieza

2026-07-09 via Nuitee
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DGCol solo_traveller co
9
Pros:

Breakfast

Cons:

Na

2026-07-09 via Nuitee
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K9581NFnicolap Family
10
Execellent
Pros:

Such an amazing place in the middle of the old center of Cartagena.
Luis was fantastic to advice us to the best fish dishes served.
I really racomend jardin of Santa Clara

2026-07-07 via Tripadvisor
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JULIANA couple co
7
Pros:

Su servicio luxury

Cons:

Las cortinas del cuarto, la entrega tarde de mi habitación.

2026-07-05 via Nuitee
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Margarita couple co
8
2026-07-04 via Nuitee
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Johanscully Couples
10
The only place to stay in Cartagena
Pros:

Our hotel of choice in Cartagena. Great service that shows genuine care for the guests . Everything is amazing about this place. We came to celebrate my mom 65th Bday. People remembered our name during the entire stay. Our favorite bar- El Coro- Julian, Diana, Sofia had a cake, flowers and a pretty sign for my mom and sang happy birthday fo her. A truly memorable experience. They were beyond generous and warm. Love this place. Can’t wait to be back

2026-07-02 via Tripadvisor