Exquisite colonial jewel in old city walls

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5 bedrooms6+ bathroomsSleeps 10353.0 sq m

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Cartagena De Indias, Bolivar

Walls of Cartagena
‪4 min walk‬
Clock Tower
‪8 min walk‬
Cartagena de Indias Convention Center
‪14 min walk‬
Cartagena (CTG-Rafael Núñez Intl.)
‪12 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

2 Single Beds

6 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 6

Toilet

Bathroom 7

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Separate dining area

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Discover this Jewel of the Colonial Time
Gorgeous colonial house in Cartagena's walled city that is within walking distance to beautiful museums, plazas, superb nightlife, old cloisters, and more. It is close to hotel Santa Clara and has 5 exquisitely decorated rooms with private bath, wireless high-speed internet, A/C and fans. There is a lovely pool, terrace with barbecue, a gourmet kitchen, hot water, a flat-screen TV, security staff, and daily cleaning included in rates.
Enjoy a breathtaking sunset from our spectacular vivid terrace and ease your mind with Castillo San Felipe's and cathedral's night views.
To Reduce Spread of infection we are establishing hygiene disinfection protocols between guests
That helps us effectively minimize risk, we are doing our part to help our guests stay safe by cleaning
And disinfecting frequently touched surfaces, (light switches, doorknobs, cabinet handles, remotes, etc. we are using UV light to sterilize Rooms and social areas before guest’s check-in.
Enjoy your stay!

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Carmenza Rendón

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English, French, Spanish

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 12:00 PM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed

Positive no wild partying, screaming etc.

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

An administrative fee of 50.00 applies for all Refunds, positive no refunds on No Shows, Late Check-In and Early Check Out

Quiet Hours, from 11 PM to 7 AM, however, a discrete party might be possible if it does not disturb neighbors, positive no visitor under 18 years

Smoking is only allowed on designated areas, a charge of 100.00 USD applies for removing nicotine odor from Rooms,

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

Parties and events are allowed on site

Note from host: Positive no wild partying, screaming etc.

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

Property Registration Number 105963

We should mention

If you are travelling with a child, your property may require you to present the following documents: parents travelling into Colombia with a child under 18 may be required to present the child's birth certificate and photo ID (passport for non-Colombian citizens) at check-in. If a relative or legal guardian is travelling into Colombia with the child, that relative or legal guardian may be required to present a notarised consent of travel signed by both parents and a copy of both parents' ID. If only one parent is travelling into Colombia with the child, that parent may be required to present a notarised 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.

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Cartagena

Located in Cartagena, this holiday home is in the city centre. Walls of Cartagena and Clock Tower are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Bocagrande Beach and Blanca Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Jaime Moron Stadium or Estadio De Softbol De Chiquinquira. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and hiking nearby.

Cartagena De Indias, Bolivar

What's nearby

Walls of Cartagena - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
Clock Tower - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Bolivar Square - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Cartagena de Indias Convention Center - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
San Felipe de Barajas Castle - 17 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

Cartagena (CTG-Rafael Núñez Intl.) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

‪Amasa - ‬2 min walk
‪Café Quindio - ‬3 min walk
‪Quero Arepa - ‬1 min walk
‪Restaurante La Mulata - ‬1 min walk
‪La Vieja Guardia - ‬1 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Exquisite colonial jewel in old city walls have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

Is Exquisite colonial jewel in old city walls pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Exquisite colonial jewel in old city walls?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Exquisite colonial jewel in old city walls?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Exquisite colonial jewel in old city walls located?

Located in Cartagena Walled City, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of India Catalina Monument and Walls of Cartagena. Clock Tower and Cartagena de Indias Convention Center are also within 15 minutes.

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Gelonzo D.

16 Apr 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cartagena Birthday trip

It began before check in, it was easy checking it once we arrived. The host of the property was very helpful in providing details on how to get around in the Old City as well as outside of the city. The host also provided a delicious breakfast daily this was an amazing place to stay!

Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leonardo S.

12 Apr 2025

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3 generations, perfect vacation spot!

We are a family of 5 and met grandparents and great aunts at this lovely property, 9 of us for nine days. It was the perfect place for our group, which ranged from 7-95 years old. Our hosts were fantastic every day and so helpful. Our flight arrived early morning and Alan helped us get to the property, store our bags, and find a great place to have breakfast and wander the city until the house was ready. Breakfasts by Alan was a perfect daily ritual and we enjoyed the slow mornings together. Raymundo and Alan were attentive to every need. Lilian was there to clean each morning and the house remained spotless. Everyone was so kind and made us feel welcome and secure. Alan gave us recommendations for restaurants, beaches, and more. Raymundo was very attentive to our older travelers. We had a few special requests and they made them happen seamlessly! The pool, though small, was the perfect place for my 3 kids to cool off and play. This was an incredibly special family trip for us and the home, and especially our hosts, made it perfect! We made many lifelong memories in beautiful Cartagena. Also a perfect location. After visiting other areas inside the walled city, we were glad we stayed here!

Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ethan M.

5 Mar 2025

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Exceeded our expectations - Gold Standard Hospitality

I had the pleasure of staying at this place with 10 of my friends during our time in Cartagena. It is a beautiful spot thats kept in prestine condition and is well located to some of the popular spots in the city without it being to busy. The in-house staff, Alan and Raymond were so kind and accommodating and truly went above and beyond, helping us with booking a private boat tour, giving us great food recommendations, making us breakfast and drinks, and making us feel secure during our stay. I've never experienced this level of hospitally in any of my travels, this place is truly a gold standard. I highly recommend staying here if you are visiting Catagena and will definitely be staying here again next time I visit!

Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashok R.

17 Feb 2025

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Wonderful stay in Cartagena

Our group of 5 couples stayed at the house from Feb 8-15, 2025. The house has 5 bedrooms each with attached bathrooms. The location of the house was very good and very convenient on a quiet street but walkable to everything, including a large supermarket and a shopping mall with many restaurants.We had a wonderful experience. The staff of three people headed by Alan Moore, were extremely responsive to our needs. Alan in particular was great, spoke very good English and walked with us on touring the city, to buy groceries, and shopping etc. We were served hot breakfast of our choice every morning. We certainly recommend this house to anyone planning to visit Cartagena and looking for a house to stay. Highly recommended!!!

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard M.

26 Jan 2025

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Fantastic Property

If you want to see what living in the the "Old Town" of Cartagena is like this is the place for you. The house itself was stunning, authentically modernized and so very comfortable. The staff was first rate, going out of their way to help us find our way around the city and, suggesting special activities. They took great care of us (including waiting for us at the front door every evening when we came home), recommending restaurants, etc. I'd recommend this home to everyone.

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine Y.

2 Jan 2025

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Beautiful home

Excellent property that is exactly as advertised. Very helpful helping with everything including some problems that had nothing to do with the home or Colombia. Great great staff. Beautiful roof top. Highly recommend.

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Alexandra W.

27 Dec 2024

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Lovely villa — just not ideal for us.

The property and staff were wonderful, but we were a family planning to stay over Christmas. We ended up leaving two days early because (1) there was no place with air conditioning that we could gather as a group— only the bedrooms had AC and the public areas were hot, humid and a bit buggy — and (2) we were never alone in the house. The three staff were fantastic, but we wanted some family time and that wasn’t really possible. We weren’t permitted to have a key and so had to knock to be let in regardless of the hour. So, again, a lovely property with a very pleasant team, but not the right fit for our family Christmas.

Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liliana G.

14 Oct 2024

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Authentic Colombian Stay

Loved everything about our stay at this authentic casa colombiana. This home was perfect for a family wedding weekend. We were a group of 8. Everyone had their bedroom and private bath. The home has a butler and a cook too!! We picked up some groceries at the Éxito around the corner and the cook made breakfast and a special secret recipe coffee. We also had maid service everyday. We felt safe and comfortable. Thank you to the staff of this lovely home!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shawn

12 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

The hosts were awesome, helping us with restaurants, shopping, travel arrangements, etc. This is one of the best places to stay, if you want to enjoy Cartagena!

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gena K.

29 Mar 2024

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Fantastic Stay

A wonderful home with a generous and attentive host. Thank you for a beautiful fortnight.

Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

10 Feb 2024

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Very Good Service

House was kept clean and Alan was very helpful throughout our stay. Very attentive and made breakfast every morning.

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diana B.

2 Jan 2024

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Christmas to New Year's Two Families of Four

The property looked just like the photos and the amenities described were accurate. The pool is described as indoors however it is in an open courtyard so it is in the open air. There is one bedroom on the ground floor & the rest of the bedrooms are accessed by outside spiral staircases, Alan, Raymundo, and Liliana were all so accommodating, helpful, & kind. Alan in particular answered so many of my questions before we arrived. Here are some things I wish I had known beforehand: The only air-conditioned rooms are the bedrooms. Everything else is open air around a courtyard. There are fans, however, when we were there it was very hot and so there was no place for all 8 of us to be together comfortably. We wanted to get out of the heat midday, but we couldn't do it without everyone going to their rooms. When it cooled off there were mosquitos. This is not a problem with the property AT ALL! The property was great, however, I wish I had known the setup because we traveled together to hang out together & couldn't. We all agreed the beds were hard. If that is comfortable is a matter of choice. The water in the showers took a long time to heat up & most of us just took cold showers, which in that heat didn't bother us. Having said all of that, our breakfast was prepared for us, our laundry was done, the rooms were cleaned daily, fresh towels, etc. & anything we needed or wanted was made available to us. We watched the sunset together on the roof & we did have a great stay.

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erick

7 Sept 2023

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10/10 Excellent

Cesar T.

30 Aug 2023

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Perfect Cartagena Vacation!

What a beautifully appointed, well situated spot for a Cartagena vacation! We can honestly say that our group of 8 (family and friends) were completely satisfied: the property and staff truly exceeded our expectations. Beyond the close proximity to all areas of the walled city, Alan and Reymundo were great hosts, attentive and courteous in every respect. Cannot recommend enough.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

8 July 2023

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This was my first visit to Cartagena. If not for Al and the staff, I don’t think I would have fully experienced the city as well. The house was remarkable. I will definitely return soon.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anne G.

19 Apr 2023

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Great visit to Cartegena

We had such a wonderful time at this beautiful house and were so well taken care of by the Alan, Raymundo and Iliana. They made everything so easy for us. Alan took us shopping to lay in the basics when we first arrived and then made us breakfast and coffee every morning; not easy with 6 adults over 50 with our own particular tastes and preferences (two vegans in the group). Alan aslo supported us in providing guidance on how to get around the town and even walked us to the harbor early one morning to take a boat to the islands. He helped arrange for the group to get in house massages, and made us dinner reservations at wonderful restaurants. Raymundo was there every night to greet us and make sure we got settled back in at the end of the long day. We felt safe and secure and in very good hands the whole time. Iliana kept our rooms and the space very clean every day, doing so in such a stealthy and unobtrusive way that it was all done before you even knew it! The location was fantastic; easily walkable to all points of interest and on a quieter street with just enough activity to be interesting, but not noisy. We had a terrific time and would would definitely come back to stay again.

Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Allison H., Annapolis, Maryland

4 Apr 2023

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Loved our stay here!

My son was getting married in Cartagena and we wanted a place for the family. This was the perfect place. There were 5 bedrooms each with their own bath. The courtyard has a small pool that kept my 6 yr old granddaughter happy, and plenty of room for the adults to visit. But the highlight of this vrbo was Alan, who was always ready for our every need. He helped us negotiate with the taxi drivers since we didn’t speak Spanish, order our food, pick up our food, and even walked us to an emerald jewelry store!! He made the place! As did Reymond, and the housekeeper!! Always smiling ready to help out! And the location was excellent and within walking distance to everything !

Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Doug E.

26 Mar 2023

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Wonderful trip

We had a great time at this beautiful house. The property is pristine and located conveniently within walking distance of stores, restaurants and sights. Alan was incredibly helpful with recommendations; fixing delicious breakfasts; and a pleasure to work with. We would highly recommend this place! Thank you.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ayahna A.

1 Mar 2023

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Amazing Stay in Cartagena Colombia

We booked this property for a group trip (7 adults, ages 25-30) celebrating a birthday. Not only is the property in a prime location of the old city close to the supermarket, street food vendors, shops and the mall. It’s a beautiful home with tons of space, a nice pool, rooftop with great view that felt super secure and comfortable. The highlight of our stay was definitely the amazing property manager Alan and Raymundo his assistant. They were friendly, cool and helped us book activities (boat ride and photographer), dinner reservations, gave directions and walked us there when it was close. They helped the cleaning staff with property upkeep and upon request got us breakfast, lunch and dinner from local places. Their presence was a huge difference in making the trip a success and made us feel like we were truly at home. We will definitely look to stay here again next time we’re in town. Thanks again! 10/10 would recommend.

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chintan P.

12 Feb 2023

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Great time we enjoyed our stay

We had great time at Cartagena. Alan (Property care taker) is very good and present all times of your need. He is always available to provide support during stay. We explored many areas and restaurants and island. House is located into City and very convenient location and walking distance to most of the places.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charles P., Stuart, Florida

8 Jan 2023

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A trip to remember

/We had planned this trip to Cartagena for two years despite the pandemic. I selected this property because it met my criteria of being within the old historic city, modern conveniences, and a feel of Colombia. What closed the deal were the rave reviews about the “concierge” Alan Moore aka James Bond! Simply put he helped take a great trip to magical.I am not going to repeat other’s comments. In our case Alan became part of our family and he shared many restaurant meals with us. Alan has travelled the world and is able to converse on myriad subjects. A true Renaissance man. It helps if you can speak and understand a bit of Spanish.

Stayed 18 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeanie P.

14 Nov 2022

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Amazing!

Everything about this property rental was perfect!! 15 minutes from the airport, within the walls of the old city, 10 minute walk to Getsanami, restaurants, shops and two grocery stores within 5 minutes walk. The home was perfect. The entire home was clean and well kept. But, the real joy of this property was Alan, Raymundo and Liliana. The home is staff by them. Liliana arrived everyday to keep the home tidy, made beds, refreshed towels/linens as needed. Alan and Raymundi were basically our Cartagena concierges. We bought breakfast fixing and they made us breakfast with fresh colombian coffee every morning. They hailed our taxis, booked our private boat, booked our private Aviary tour, made dinner reservations, walked us to the market and helped us shop, took us through a tour of Getsanami poured our wine or cold beer while we lounged in the cooling pool, or living room..and helped with any questions. 5 stars...if you have any thoughts of visiting Cartagena, this home is your answer. We loved every minute of our stay!!! Thank you all ...mucho gracias :)

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

24 Apr 2022

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Wonderful vacation!

We had a wonderful visit to Cartagena and it was made even more special through the attention of Alan and Raymundo, the hosts of the property. We were an extended family of diverse ages, and It seemed that our every whim was accommodated with grace and charm. The house is as beautiful as pictured and the location is great. Many thanks for helping make it a truly relaxing vacation for all of us!

Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andre J.

7 Apr 2022

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Amazing Experience

Beautiful property with spacious rooms within walking distance to everyone. Alan the host is on sight and made our trip an amazing experience. We had breakfast and coffee every morning and our rooms cleaned. Alan was our tour guide and arranged our transportation, boat reservations and night time activities. He ordered us food and got us groceries and anything at all we needed he was able to accommodate. Alan is your personal concierge and the best part of the trip!! If you are considering the property please book because it is the perfect package!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mabel

4 Jan 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Just Excellent. Great location, beautiful house, and excellent service

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

About the host

Hosted by Carmenza Rendón

More than 20 years in Travel and Tourism business give me confidence to deep into the Hospitality world, offering the best of my own experience @ hotels world wide.

Why they chose this property

Unique Colonial ambiance, best In house service.Superb human touch, more than 300 years of history breath through its walls, unparalleled Concierge Services.

What makes this property unique

To Reduce Spread of infection we are establishing hygiene disinfection protocols between guests
That helps us effectively minimize risk, we are doing our part to help our guests stay safe by cleaning
And disinfecting frequently touched surfaces, (light switches, doorknobs, cabinet handles, remotes, etc. we are using UV light to sterilize Rooms and social areas before guest’s check-in.
Enjoy your stay!

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5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 3

Bedroom 4

Bedroom 5

6 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Bathroom 5

Bathroom 6

Bathroom 7

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