Hotel Intercontinental Cartagena, An Ihg Hotel, Cartagena ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2024

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About the Hotel

Bocagrande Carrera 1 No. 5-01, Cartagena, Colombia, 130013

Hotel Intercontinental Cartagena, An IHG Hotel, is located in the vibrant Bocagrande area, known for its beautiful beaches and eclectic dining scene. The hotel exemplifies a blend of modern sophistication and Caribbean charm, offering breathtaking views of the ocean. It serves as an ideal base for exploring the rich cultural and historical tapestry of Cartagena.

Location

Situated just blocks from the picturesque bay of Castillogrande, the hotel is a five-minute drive from Cartagena's historic old city. It's conveniently located 15 minutes away from Rafael Núñez International Airport, making it accessible for travelers. The surrounding area features numerous casinos and diverse dining options, all within a short walking distance.

Rooms

The hotel boasts 285 individually furnished rooms, averaging 370 square feet in size. Each classic room is equipped with amenities including rainforest showers, high-speed internet, and a 40-inch LCD TV. Spectacular views of the Caribbean Sea or Castillogrande Bay enhance the guest experience, providing a comfortable setting for both relaxation and productivity.

Eat & Drink

Kanuu Restaurant features a varied menu that merges Caribbean culinary traditions with international delights. Guests can indulge in exquisite cocktails paired with live local music, creating a vibrant atmosphere. The restaurant aims to offer a memorable dining experience that reflects the local flavors and customs.

Leisure & Business

The hotel includes a complete gym with cardiovascular equipment and an outdoor pool that overlooks the ocean. For business travelers, it provides a spacious ballroom and eight meeting rooms, all equipped with modern audiovisual technology and capable of accommodating from 4 to 700 attendees. The onsite spa on the 15th floor offers relaxation and luxury with panoramic views.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Classic Room

Max:

4 persons

37 m²

Bed options:

2 Single beds

City view

Shower

Coffee machine

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Classic Upper Floors King Room

Max:

2 persons

36 m²

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

Sea view

Shower

Coffee machine

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Classic Queen Room

Max:

4 persons

38 m²

Bed options:

2 King Size Beds

Sea view

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Getting around

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City Center

Cartagena 2.9 mi

Airports

Rafael Nunez International (CTG) 5.4 mi

Ernesto Cortissoz International (BAQ) 83.5 mi

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Spacious Comfort

The room was impressively spacious, providing ample space to unwind and enjoy our stay.view full review

Delicious Breakfast!

Breakfast offered a great selection of tasty options that fueled our adventures each day.view full review

Relaxing Pool

The hotel pool was perfect for relaxation, with a great temperature that made it inviting to jump in.view full review

Quick Room Service

Room service was prompt and had a fantastic selection, making it easy to enjoy a meal in the comfort of our room.view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
VIP check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
24-hour security
Baggage storage
Allergy-free rooms
Elevator
Currency exchange
ATM/Cash machine
Barber shop
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Key access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness center

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Paid shuttle service
Room service
Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance
Grocery shopping service
Stores/Commercial services
Welcome drink
Happy hour

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Poolside snack bar
Packed lunches
Special diet menus

Business

Business center
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cribs
Babysitting/Child services
Children's buffet

Spa & Leisure

Heated swimming pool
Outdoor swimming pool
Beach access
Sun loungers
Live entertainment
Sun terrace
BBQ facilities
Leisure/ TV room
Spa & wellness center
Sauna
Back massage
Head massage
Full body massage
Foot massage
Pool with view
Shallow end

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-bar
Soundproofed rooms
Sitting area
Dressing area
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Dining table
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Parquet floor

Location

Bocagrande Carrera 1 No. 5-01, Cartagena, Colombia, 130013

Map view

Bocagrande Carrera 1 No. 5-01, Cartagena, Colombia, 130013

City landmarks

Castle

Castillo de San Felipe de Barajas

2.1 mi

Cl. 34 #481

Walled City of Cartagena

2.0 mi

Church

Sanctuary of Saint Peter Claver

1.6 mi

Museums

Museo Historico de Cartagena de Indias

1.7 mi

Carrera 1 15 Limbo.Frente Estacion de Bomberos

Monumento a La Palanquera

2400 ft

Avenida Santander 70 90 A

Tunel y Parque Lineal de Crespo

2900 ft

Square

Plaza de la Aduana

1.6 mi

Av. Pedro de Heredia y Venezuela

La India Catalina

2.1 mi

Shopping Area

Centro Comercial La Mansion

2200 ft

Beach

Playa Castillo Grande

2600 ft

Cl. 32 #821

Cartagena's Pegasos's Wharf

1.7 mi

#33- a

Baluarte de San Juan Evangelista

2100 ft

Avenida San Martin 20

Masters Royale Casino

2100 ft

Church

Plaza Santo Domingo

1.7 mi

Parks

Marina Park

1.5 mi

Museums

Museo del Oro Zenu

1.7 mi

Carrera 7 No 32-10

The Coches Square

1.7 mi

Mall

Centro Comercial Bocagrande

3200 ft

Shopping Area

Plaza Bocagrande Centro Comercial

1.6 mi

Nearby

Museums

Caribe Jewelry Museum & Factory

600 ft

Beach

Playa De Bocagrande

700 ft

Cra. 1

Bocagrande beaches

700 ft

Amusement & Theme Parks

Parque Flanagan

300 ft

Pirates' Pearl

300 ft

San Martin #7-40

Mundo Fortuna

300 ft

Calle 30

Plazoleta De Los Almirantes

300 ft

Cra. 2 ##6-60

City Sightseeing Cartagena

1100 ft

Cra. 1

Beaches Cartagena Plaza

1200 ft

Beach

Playa Hollywood

1700 ft

Market

Exito Express Las Velas

2000 ft

Restaurants

La Olla Cartagenera

800 ft

Carrera 2 5-100 L-3 Av San Martin

Restaurante Macondo

100 ft

Carrera 1 # 5-74 Centro Comercial Nao Fun + Shopping

Pizzas Piccolo San Martin

1000 ft

Avenida San Martin 5 122 Sector Bocagrande

Piola Cartagena

1000 ft

Avenida San Martin Bocagrande

Da Pietro

900 ft

Carrera 3 No. 4-101

Restaurante La Fontana

1100 ft

Avenida San Martin Local 4 y 5

Sabor Peru

1000 ft

Av. San Martin Calle 6 Bocagrande Punta De Cartagena

Carbon de Palo

1200 ft

Avenida San Martin # 6-40

Boca Rica

1000 ft

Carrera 2 # 5-2 Bocagrande

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

76%

liked the hotel and would stay again

Clean

Friendly staff

Lack of balconies

Poor dining options

7.6/10

Very good

Rooms

7.6

Location

7.9

Service

8.7

Dining

6.7

William

United Kingdom, April 2024

7.4/10

The hotel offers clean and comfortable rooms, with friendly staff, but the dining experience could be improved. The location is convenient but needs an upgrade. The facilities are well-maintained.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were clean, quiet, and comfortable with nice design features like accommodating very short guests, although the beds were a bit hard and uncomfortable to sleep in.

Service

9.0

The staff was always friendly and helpful, going the extra mile to assist guests. They even provided a night of the 'Bonus difference' off, showing great customer service.

Location

6.0

The location is pretty cramped and overcrowded, especially due to slow service. It's in a bustling area like Bocagrande, which can be challenging due to vendors, but overall, it offers easy access to nearby attractions.

Dining

7.0

The dining options were a bit hit or miss. While the buffet was satisfying with a variety of choices, there were some quality issues. Service could be more attentive as guests often had to request basic services like coffee or table cleaning.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were decent, offering essential services like room service, laundry, and shuttle service. However, some areas may need an upgrade to enhance the overall guest experience.

Gary

United States of America, April 2024

7.8/10

I had a mixed experience at the hotel. The rooms were so-so, but the view was fantastic from above the 6th floor. The service was above average and incredibly helpful, especially in dealing with my lost luggage. The location was superb, right across the street from the beach. Unfortunately, the dining options were limited, and the setup felt too crowded.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were so-so, but having a beach view or port view from above the 6th floor was really nice.

Service

9.0

The staff were all very nice and really went above and beyond to help.

Location

9.0

The location was superb, right across the street from the beach with easy access to restaurants and coffee spots.

Dining

6.0

The dining experience was fine overall, but the space felt too crowded, and the options were limited.

Facilities

The hotel facilities were well-coordinated and offered a range of services to make the stay comfortable.

Chris

United Kingdom, March 2024

8.4/10

The hotel offers clean, comfortable rooms with a beautiful view of the ocean and friendly staff. However, the beach vendors near the location can be intrusive, and the surrounding area lacks excitement. The dining options are diverse, and the hotel boasts a prime beachfront position.

Rooms

8.0

My room was fine, clean, and had a beautiful view of the ocean from the 15th floor.

Service

9.0

The staff was super nice and very helpful throughout my stay, arranging car services and being friendly and amazing.

Location

7.0

The hotel is right on the beach with more than half the rooms facing the ocean, offering a picturesque setting, but the surrounding Bocagrande area can be a bit boring with limited entertainment options.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience was amazing with many options to choose from, catering to every palate.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel provided excellent facilities, ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable stay for guests.

Richard

United States of America, December 2023

7.2/10

The hotel's rooms were beautifully decorated, modern, and very clean, but the lack of balconies might deter me from booking in the future. The service was incredibly friendly, with attentive staff members. The location was perfect, albeit a bit crowded by touristic activities. The dining experience was comfortable but lacked healthy options. Overall, a pleasant stay with a few areas for improvement.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms had a smell worthy of a run-down hotel but were beautifully decorated, modern, and very clean. However, better soundproofing is needed.

Service

9.0

The service was excellent, with incredibly friendly staff throughout the hotel.

Location

8.0

The location was quite central, just a few minutes by cab to downtown. However, the touristic nature of the area could be bothersome due to constant selling near the beach.

Dining

5.0

The dining options were very poor for a hotel claiming 5 stars and lacked healthy choices. However, the dining area was comfortable.

Facilities

The facilities were satisfactory, but improvements are needed in the dining options.

Clean

Lack of balconies

Tom

United States of America, November 2023

7.8/10

I had a delightful stay at the hotel. The rooms were clean, comfortable, and offered a nice view. The service was top-notch, with incredibly accommodating staff. The location, right on the beach, was perfect for exploring the city, although dealing with beach vendors was a downside. The dining experience was enjoyable with a variety of choices, but some delays in service were noticeable.

Rooms

8.0

The room we stayed in may not have had an ocean view, but it was clean, comfortable, and had a nice view of its own.

Service

9.0

The staff at the hotel were so polite and helpful that we got to know some of them by name during our stay. Their service was excellent.

Location

7.0

The hotel is perfectly situated, allowing easy access to surrounding attractions. However, the presence of beach vendors in the area made the beach experience a bit challenging.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience at the hotel was pleasing overall, with a variety of choices available. However, some delays in service were noticeable during our meals.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel offered a range of facilities that enhanced our stay.

Michael

United Kingdom, May 2023

7.8/10

The hotel is situated excellently just across the beach, offering a calm and cozy stay. The service was courteous and professional, although some improvements could be made. The location is wonderful, providing a nice escape from the busy city center while offering easy access to key attractions. The dining options were varied and delicious, but there were some minor preferences missing. Overall, a pleasant and decent value stay with room for enhancement.

Rooms

7.0

Upon arrival, we had a small hiccup with the ocean view room, but the accommodations were quiet and very comfortable for a single guest. Improvements could be made, but it was still a fine stay.

Service

7.0

The check-in process was smooth and straightforward.

Location

9.0

The location was superb, directly across from the beach and only a short drive away from the main attractions, striking a balance between convenience and tranquility.

Dining

8.0

Overall, the culinary offerings were enjoyable.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel offered a range of facilities to enhance the stay, meeting basic needs with no major drawbacks.

Les

United Kingdom, April 2023

7.6/10

The hotel offers a beautiful ocean view from the clean and spacious rooms, complete with complimentary robes and slippers. However, maintaining a comfortable temperature in the room was a challenge, leading to the need for an extra heater.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were clean, spacious, and had a beautiful view of the ocean. However, controlling the temperature was a struggle, necessitating an additional heater.

Service

9.0

The service was top-notch with a very helpful and friendly staff always ready to assist with a smile.

Location

9.0

The hotel is perfectly situated for beach lovers, with more than half of the rooms facing the ocean. Just a short distance to Boca Grande, making it convenient for a quick holiday in Cartagena during the off-season.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience was below expectations, with limited options that didn't quite match European standards for hotels of this level.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel offers basic facilities, providing everything needed for a comfortable stay.