Estelar Playa Manzanillo - All inclusive

Hotels
Hoteles Estelar
8.6 (350 reviews)
Anillo Vial Via Manzanillo del Mar Km 4 No 9-85 , Cartagena de Indias , co

Free
Children allowed
Pets 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:
Beautiful natural surroundings
Friendly staff
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Limited food variety

Categories

Cleanliness
8.13
Guests mentioned issues with room cleanliness and overall maintenance.
Service
9.1
Most reviews praise staff friendliness but some reported poor service at times.
Location
9.14
The natural surroundings and beach are highlighted positively.
Room Quality
8.39
Concerns were raised regarding the quality and maintenance of rooms.
Amenities
8.72
Facilities like the pool and gardens were appreciated.
Value for Money
8.08
Some guests feel compared to the offering, prices could be better.
Food and Beverage
8.13
Food quality and variety received mixed feedback.
Overall Experience
9.1
Despite some issues, many guests found their stay enjoyable.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 16:17

Property Description

Luxurious Amenities and Services
Estelar Playa Manzanillo offers a luxurious experience with 3 swimming pools, a private beach area with bar service, and elegant sun terraces with panoramic views. Guests can enjoy massages, gym sessions, and sauna relaxation during their stay.

Comfortable and Well-Equipped Rooms
The air-conditioned rooms at the hotel feature modern amenities such as flat-screen satellite TV, minibars, and burnt sienna tiled floors. The suites go a step further with pool views and a terrace equipped with a hot tub for ultimate relaxation.

Dining Experiences
Indulge in a culinary journey at one of the hotel's 4 restaurants offering international cuisine, grilled meats, and casual lunches. Don't forget to unwind at the Mar Abierto Bar open until 01:00 hours.

Experience luxury and relaxation at Estelar Playa Manzanillo. Book your stay now for an unforgettable getaway.

Important information:

Please note that the gym is temporarily unavailable. Please contact the property for more details.

Please note that the schedules for snacks are as follows:
Mornings from 10:00 to 12:00
Afternoons: 15:00 to 18:00
Nights: 22:00 to 01:00

Please note that guests booking 11 or more rooms may be contacted by the property to make the payment within the next 72 hours to guarantee the reservation.

Please note that children under 11 years old can stay for free but the meals are not included.

Please note that guests check in with minors (under 18 years old) must present a valid ID and proof of parenthood or evidence of parental permission.

Pets are welcome for an additional fee of $130,000 COP per night. Dogs and cats are welcome. One per room (up to 13 kg). Pets cannot be left unattended. Select rooms only; restrictions apply. To request pet-friendly rooms, please contact the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Please note that if you travel with your child under eighteen (18) years of age, you must present the minor’s identification document and the document corroborating the first degree of consanguinity (biological father - child) or first degree of civil kinship (adoptive parent - adoptive child).

If the minor does not travel in the company of his parents, it will be indispensable that the responsible adult delivers at the reception, in addition to the identification document of the minor, the permission of the parents with personal presentation before a notary public, together with the copy of the identification document of those who gave the authorization. Without this documentation, minors will not be allowed in the hotel. This is in accordance with the law.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: 12:30 PM
Airport code: CTG

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Internet

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

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 350 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.13
Service: 9.1
Location: 9.14
Room Quality: 8.39
Amenities: 8.72
Value for Money: 8.08
Food and Beverage: 8.13
Overall Experience: 9.1
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Leticia family_with_children gt
10
muy linda experiencia
Pros:

la recepcion fue muy amigable

Cons:

que hagan cobros en la playa privada

2026-07-22 via Nuitee
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Claudia family_with_children co
6
Pros:

Es todo incluido.
Atardeceres espectaculares

Cons:

Primero: comunicarse por teléfono es casi imposible y cuando lo logramos, pedimos ingresar antes a las instalaciones así no tuvieramos habitación. Pese a que nuestra salida en el retorno era 5 am no nos permitieron y nos ofrecieron un pasadía con pago adicional...
Segundo. Tienen unos restaurantes de reserva, uno de los más interesante es nativos que no funcionó fin de semana ni festivo (no lo vimos).
Tercero. Estabamos en una suite y pese a ser un hotel todo incluído nunca hicieron re fill de la nevera.
Cuarto. Que no haya lluvia porque en los pasillos no hay protección y termina uno lavado
Creo q la relación costo beneficio no es acorde

2026-07-22 via Nuitee
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O1793AQpetere Family Bogota
6
Estelar Manzanillo Hotel – Honest All-Inclusive Review
Pros:

Estelar Manzanillo Hotel – Honest All-Inclusive Review
🏨 Check-in & Food
Check-in is at 3pm, but lunch isn't available at that time — only limited snacks (burger, nachos, or soup). The soup option is a nice touch for guests arriving tired from their trip. Heads up: after 5:15pm there's also no food available until dinner time, so there's a long window with no options.
🌧️ When It Rains
If it rains, the beach and pool close, basketball court, and tennis court are always disabled — there's basically no covered backup activities.
👶 Kid Fun Club
It shows up on the hotel map, but in practice it no longer exists. Important to let families with kids know so they don't count on it.
🏖️ Umbrellas & Beach
Before the official beach opening time, umbrellas are already "reserved" — guests wake up early, place a hotel towel, and leave. This creates frustration for guests who show up at the actual opening time.
🛍️ Beach Vendors
There are vendors on the beach who will ask multiple times even after you've said you're not interested.
🍹 Drinks
All bar drinks come with alcohol by default. Asking for a non-alcoholic version can get an attitude from the bartenders — worth mentioning so clients know what to expect.
🧳 Luggage Carts
Tricky to maneuver in and out of the elevator — a minor but annoying logistical detail.
💰 Extra Costs (worth flagging for client expectations)
Restaurant in the bar area near the lobby
VIP beach zone
"Early" services (early check-in, early access, etc.)
Airport transportation (to/from)

2026-07-21 via Tripadvisor
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Liliana extended_group co
10
2026-07-21 via Nuitee
Z
Zapata solo_traveller co
10
Pros:

Excelente relación calidad precio, instalaciones excelentes, la alimentación muy rica, espacios adecuados.

Cons:

La atención en horas pico del bar y recepción, debido a que contaban con una sola persona para la atención, generando demoras y filas.

2026-07-14 via Nuitee
M
María José family_with_children co
8
Pros:

Las instalaciones, la comida, no tuvimos que hacer filas, la limpieza, actividades extra en las noches, zonas verdes hermosas.

Cons:

La actitud de la chica que sirve los snacks es terrible. Faltan duchas al salir de la playa, solo hay una. Faltan baños, solo hay uno en toda la zona social. Y como sugerencia, revisar las habitaciones antes de entregarlas...en la nuestra, no servia la luz del baño y tuvimos que esperar hasta que fueran a arreglarla.

2026-07-12 via Nuitee
S
SANTIAGO solo_traveller co
9
Excelente, la comida muy superior a cualquier todo incluido
Pros:

La comida muy rica, superior que en cualquier todo incluido. La habitación era cómoda estaba en buen estado y limpia

Cons:

Deberían tener más personal en los bares ya que había momentos donde se acumulaba lo huéspedes y tocaba esperar y solo era una persona antendiendo

2026-07-08 via Nuitee
C
Carlos couple us
10
2026-07-06 via Nuitee
T
Tatiana family_with_children co
10
2026-07-05 via Nuitee
A
Angelica family_with_children co
10
Una bonita experiencia en familia en ambiente natural
Pros:

Un espacio amplio rodeado de mucha naturaleza

2026-07-01 via Nuitee
C
Carlos Felipe couple co
8
Es una buena opción para venir en familia
Pros:

Las instalaciones, la piscina, el tamaño de las habitaciones y la naturaleza que está en el lugar.

Cons:

El aire acondicionado de la habitación tiene un ruido que molesta, nunca nos dieron toalla para secar las manos, el staff es poco atento en la zona de restaurantes.

2026-06-29 via Nuitee
R
Ríos family_with_children co
10
Delicioso y tranquilo
Pros:

El servicio. Su gente es calidad aunque los señores de los kioskos se ven un poco tristes

Cons:

Sentí arena en el piso de habitación

2026-06-28 via Nuitee
Z
Zuluaga Restrepo family_with_children co
9
2026-06-23 via Nuitee
E
Elkin solo_traveller co
7
Pros:

Personal

Cons:

Falta mantenimiento a las habitaciones

2026-06-14 via Nuitee
J
Josephin couple cl
10
Maravillosa experiencia. Se pudo desconectarse de todo
Pros:

Muy cerca a la playa y la comida era exquisita

Cons:

Los muebles ya pasaron un poco la moda

2026-06-11 via Nuitee
J
Juan Carlos solo_traveller co
7
Pros:

El paisaje, las piscinas.

Cons:

Ubicación de la habitación, la alimentación

2026-06-10 via Nuitee
V
Vitali couple ca
5
Cons:

Гостиница была пустая. Но нам не смогли найти двуспальную кровать. Сервис по обслуживанию во время еду, очень плохой приходилось самому подходить к официанту чтобы вам долили вина.

2026-06-08 via Nuitee
A
Aura Cristina solo_traveller co
10
2026-06-06 via Nuitee
E
eugenio solo_traveller co
5
2026-06-06 via Nuitee
A
Arleidys family_with_children co
9
Pros:

El cuarto y el personal muy amable

Cons:

La musica del bar no se podía cambiar

2026-05-29 via Nuitee