Standard Double Room
- 1 Double bed
- Shower
- Coffee machine
- Air conditioning
Hotel · Cartagena · Bolivar
Hotel Capilla Del Mar
A 5-star beachfront stay in Cartagena's Bocagrande district, with a rooftop pool, on-site dining, and easy access to the old walled city.
- Beachfront location in Bocagrande
- Rooftop pool with views
- On-site restaurant and spa
8.5
Great
1038 reviews
Booking.com 8.5 · 1038 reviews
About
Hotel Capilla Del Mar
Hotel Capilla Del Mar sits directly in front of the beach in Bocagrande, Cartagena's modern hotel district. It's a 5-star property with a rooftop pool, on-site restaurant, and a spa and wellness center. The hotel is roughly 2.7 km from Custom's Square and a short taxi ride from the historic walled city.
Guest rooms range from Standard Doubles to two-bedroom suites, all with air conditioning and coffee machines. The hotel also offers a fitness center, business facilities, and services like car hire and currency exchange, making it practical for both leisure and business travelers.
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
In brief
What works, what to weigh
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Strengths
4 reasons to book- Strong staff and service — Guests consistently praise the attentive and professional staff, and the service rating is a standout 8.9.
- Prime beachfront location — The hotel is directly in front of the beach in Bocagrande, a safe area. The historic walled city is a 5-minute taxi ride away, and Monumento a la Palanquera is minutes on foot.
- Spacious, comfortable rooms — Rooms are described as large and clean, with several categories offering balconies and sea views.
- Rooftop pool and dining — The rooftop pool gets special mention as a relaxing spot with fine views. The on-site restaurant, including the San Marino restaurant, receives positive notes on breakfast and food.
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Worth weighing
3 to weigh- Facilities get mixed marks — While the rooftop pool is a highlight, the fitness center is described as tiny and some common facilities score lower. The Facilities and cat7 categories are the lowest at 7.5.
- Swimming pool is on the small side — Beyond the rooftop pool, one reviewer noted the main swimming pool is small but pleasant.
- Value is moderate for Cartagena — With a Value rating of 8.4 and a price point from £181, one guest felt the rate was acceptable only 'in Cartagena terms'.
01 — Rooms
Rooms & rates
High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.
Superior Double Room Two Double Beds
- 2 King Size Beds
- Shower
- Coffee machine
- Balcony
- Air conditioning
Two-Bedroom Suite
- 1 King-size bed and 1 Sofa bed
- Shower
- Coffee machine
- Balcony
- Air conditioning
Junior Suite
- 1 King-size bed and 1 Sofa bed
- Shower
- Coffee machine
- Balcony
- Air conditioning
02 — Amenities
Services & amenities
Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.
Main
- Wi-Fi
- 24-hour reception
- Luggage storage
- Lift
- Currency exchange
- Safe deposit box
- No smoking on site
Food & Drink
- Restaurant
- Poolside snack bar
- Coffee shop
- Dinner
- Special diet menus
- Children's menu
Pool & Wellness
- Rooftop pool
- Pool with view
- Spa & wellness centre
- Solarium
- Steam room
- Open-air bath
- Public Bath
- Back massage
- Full body massage
- Foot massage
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Car hire
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Housekeeping
- Business centre
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Room Amenities
- Air conditioning
- Mini-bar
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Ironing facilities
- Free toiletries
- Flat-screen TV
- Coffee machine
Accessibility & Family
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Wheelchair access
- Toilet for disabled
- Bathroom for disabled
- Cots
- Board games
Photos
Gallery
03 — Reviews
What guests say
Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.
Guest-rated 8.5/10 from 1,038 reviews
Booking.com · 8.5 · 1038 reviews
8.5Verified guest“Everything was excellent during my vacation. The staff is attentive and clearly knows their job. The restaurant is reasonably priced, and breakfast featured delicious local basics with fresh-squeezed juices. Prices throughout the property were fair.”
8.5Verified guest“The room was a great size and the view was fabulous.”
8.5Verified guest“A nice hotel, well situated in front of the beach in a safe area with many options. The old walled city is just 5 minutes away by taxi. Good breakfast and friendly staff. The pool is small but nice, the gym is tiny but has new equipment, and there's a sauna. The rate was acceptable for Cartagena. Comfortable enough for a business trip.”
8.5Verified guest“I really liked the rooftop pool and the food at the San Marino restaurant.”
8.5Verified guest“The central location was stunning, and the atmosphere was quiet.”
8.5Verified guest“We had breakfast at a good restaurant on site.”
04 — Location
Getting around Cartagena
The property sits in Cartagena.
Bocagrande: The hotel is in Bocagrande, Cartagena's modern beachfront district. It's a safe, built-up area with plenty of dining and shopping options, right on the beach.
Old Walled City: The historic center is a short taxi ride away (about 5 minutes). Guests also mention it's a manageable distance from Custom's Square (2.7 km).
Nearby Landmarks: The Monumento a la Palanquera is minutes from the hotel, often cited by guests as a convenient reference point for the area.
Cra 1 No. 8 -12, Bocagrande, Cartagena, Bolivar, 12345, Colombia
05 — Good to know
Policies & conditions
Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.
- Check-in
- From 15:00-23:59
- Check-out
- By 12:00
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
- Payment
- Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
- Pets
- Allowed
- Property
- 205 rooms
06 — Questions
Frequently asked
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 15:00 until 23:59. Check-out is until 12:00.
Is the hotel pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at Hotel Capilla Del Mar.
Does the hotel offer airport transportation?
Yes, a paid airport shuttle is available.
Is there a restaurant on site?
Yes, the hotel has a restaurant, a poolside snack bar, and offers special diet menus upon request.
What are the room options?
The hotel has Standard Double Rooms, Superior Double Rooms with two double beds, Junior Suites, and Two-Bedroom Suites. Suites come with a king-size bed and a sofa bed.
Does the hotel have a gym or spa?
Yes, there is a fitness center on site, as well as a spa and wellness center with a steam room and massage services.
The bottom line
Hotel Capilla Del Mar is a reliable, well-run 5-star beachfront choice in Bocagrande. It excels on service, room comfort, and location, though the gym is small and general facilities are not the main draw.
8.5A solid, comfortable stay with a great location and standout staff.
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