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Hotel Arena Blanca

3.5 star property
Family-friendly hotel in San Andrés with outdoor pool and restaurant
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
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Exterior
Balcony view
Premium bedding, down duvets, minibar, in-room safe
Jetted tub
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; pool views

Reviews

7.8 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
    Airport transfer
  • Bar
    Bar
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Free breakfast
    Free breakfast
  • Non-smoking
    Non-smoking
  • Laundry facilities
    Laundry facilities
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Beach towels
  • Children's pool
  • Pool bar
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Conference centre
  • Business centre
For families
  • Children stay free
  • Children's pool
  • Playground on-site
  • Fridge
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
The price is AU$411
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov

Room options

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Standard Quadruple Room

Standard Quadruple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LED TV
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Junior Double Room, Jetted Tub

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LED TV
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Deep-soaking bath
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, down duvets, minibar, in-room safe

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LED TV
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Standard Triple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LED TV
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds

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Comfort Double Room, Pool View

Comfort Double Room, Pool View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite Junior

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, down duvets, minibar, in-room safe

Room Standard

  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds OR 1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Premium bedding, down duvets, minibar, in-room safe

Room Standard

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 4 Single Beds

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26 Nov - 27 Nov
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About the area

Map
Calle 2 No. 1 - 51, Punta Hansa, San Andrés, San Andres y Providencia

What's nearby

  • Spratt Bight Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Punta Norte - 3 min drive - 3.3 km
  • North End - 3 min drive - 3.2 km
  • San Andres Hill - 5 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Island House Museum - 8 min drive - 8.2 km

Getting around

  • San Andrés (ADZ-Gustavo Rojas Pinilla Intl.) - 7 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪EatAlley - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪La Regatta Restaurante - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Juan Valdez - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Cafecafé - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Beer Station - San Andres - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Hotel Arena Blanca

Hotel Arena Blanca is only 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from the airport and offers a shuttle. You can indulge in massages or body scrubs, and RESTAURANTE ALCATRAZ serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Other highlights include an outdoor pool, a rooftop terrace and a poolside bar.

All-inclusive

All-inclusive room rates at Hotel Arena Blanca are available. These rates are higher because they include on-site food and beverages in the room rate (some restrictions may apply).

Food and beverages

All buffet meals, snacks and select beverages included
Room service during certain hours
Meals and beverages at companion properties

Activities and facilities/equipment

All on-site activities and use of facilities and equipment are included.

Lessons/classes/games

Aerobics
Dancing

Languages

English, Spanish

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 72 rooms
  • Arranged over 8 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 2:30 AM
  • Late check-in subject to availability
  • Minimum check-in age – 18
  • Check-out time is 1 PM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • One child (2 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
  • Parents must have child's birth certificate and photo ID*

Pets

  • Pets not allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas

Parking

  • No on-site parking
  • Street parking available

Transfers

  • Airport shuttle*

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast each morning 7:30 AM–10 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Poolside bar
  • Coffee shop
  • Free daily reception
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)
  • Children's pool
  • Playground

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Access to nearby outdoor pool
  • Boat tours nearby

Working away

  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Beach towels
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 2000
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Garden
  • An outdoor pool
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Tile flooring in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 55-inch LED TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Minibar
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Down duvet
  • Turndown service
  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall shower heads
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Fridge

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Access via exterior corridors

Special features

Dining

RESTAURANTE ALCATRAZ – Overlooking the pool and garden, this buffet restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Children & extra beds

  • 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.

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Children under 11 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision
  • Reservations are required for massage services and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have lifts.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Also known as

Arena Blanca Hotel
Arena Blanca San Andres
Hotel Arena Blanca
Hotel Arena Blanca San Andres
Hotel Arena Blanca Hotel
Hotel Arena Blanca San Andrés
Hotel Arena Blanca Hotel San Andrés

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Arena Blanca offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hotel Arena Blanca does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Hotel Arena Blanca?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool and a children's pool.
Are pets allowed at Hotel Arena Blanca?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Hotel Arena Blanca?
No, unfortunately. However, there's street parking available.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by Hotel Arena Blanca?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Arena Blanca?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 2:30 AM. Check-out time is 1 PM.
What is there to do at Hotel Arena Blanca and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as boat tours. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a garden and access to a nearby outdoor pool.
Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Arena Blanca?
Yes, RESTAURANTE ALCATRAZ offers garden views.
What's the area around Hotel Arena Blanca like?
Hotel Arena Blanca is in the heart of San Andrés, a short 9-minute walk from Spratt Bight Beach and 7 minutes' walk from Coton Cay.

Hotel Arena Blanca Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

The hotel was warm and welcoming. Room was phenomenal with a balcony. Close to activities, the beach and food establishments. Whatever you need? The hotel offers it.
Alexis, 5-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

The pool was great, sand on the bottom is very unique. the temperature was nice, there is a fun water slide, and 3 different waterfalls. Food was nice, always a choice of different meats, rice and vegetables. fresh fruit, desert and juices.
David, 4-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Limited English speaking sta
Olivette, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Only problem was the pool closed at 6
Rann, 3-night romance trip
Verified CheapTickets guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Staff are friendly and the food is delicious!
Angela, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Nice
David, 7-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

This pool in the picture does not belong to that hotel. It goes to some other property. They do not offer free shuttle rides like advertised. We has very vague communication since they don't like to answer the phone and they told use to take a taxi. The room in the picture was actually a room that seemed very dated. They were no where near a beach you had to walk a few blocks and there was construction around the property. The bathroom was small and it looked old and danty. The pool was small and looked very mediocre. I was not happy and went to another hotel. The manager at the hotel tried to offer me another room but she wasn't understanding the services weren't met and that nothing from the advertisement is what it seems. They didn't have air conditioning as well. I was not impressed.
Nelson, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Kindness
Luis Antonio Ponton, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

Not worth $250 go elsewhere
Anoche, después de cenar y de vomitar, llamé a Hotels.com para quejarme. número de referencia de hotels.com 9161982171313. Envié muchos mensajes incluso antes de llegar a este hotel e isla. no hay comunicación desde este hotel. Me iba a comprometer con mi novia y elegí este hotel para pasar mi tiempo especial con ella. Solicité la mejor vista posible y las suites por las que pagué. esta reserva también incluía un masaje gratis. al registrarse, este hotel ya no ofrece un masaje gratuito y no dio ninguna alternativa para compensar esto. Estoy atascado con una vista parcial del océano, pero lo que es más importante, la vista de mi balcón es de dos edificios recién construidos. mi balcón tiene cero privacidad debido a que los trabajadores de la construcción nos observan. Escuché a los trabajadores silbarle a mi novia cuando estaba parada en el balcón de tres hombres. Esta experiencia no ha sido nada extravagante ni agradable. por $1.000.000 COP podríamos haber comprado nuestra propia botella de alcohol por 75.000 COP. No comimos en un restaurante donde gastamos más de $100.000 COP. y en 6 días aquí en la isla ninguno de los dos vomitó hasta ahora. Debido a la mala calidad de las comidas aquí, hubiera preferido comer en otros restaurantes que aquí. He reservado más de 160 noches con hotels.com y por el precio de este hotel no recomendaría absolutamente a nadie que se quede aquí. No tienes ofertas en coches de alquiler. No tienes ninguna ventaja para ofrecer a los invitados upur.
William, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

James, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Lizzie, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Me gusto el hotel y el personal que trabaja allí es excelente, Roger en la recepción fue muy amable y me ayudó mucho con mis necesidades para que mi estadía fuera agradable. También David fue increíble desde el momento que nos dio la bienvenida, hasta el momento de tener que regresarme a casa. Lo único que no me gusto fueron los alrededores del hotel, esos edificios en construcción le dan un mal aspecto a la propiedad y se ve muy desagradable. La comida estuvo bien pero falto un poco más de variedad y un poco más de sabor.
Katerine, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice place and good location, close to the beach, shopping, tour station
Nataly, 4-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

Refrigerator was stained and disgusting. They had no hot water. They had no washcloths even when I called the desk. Breakfast was late so I didn’t get to eat before I left for the airport. This is ABSOLUTELY NOT a four star property. The view from my balcony was a slither of ocean in the distance. The rest of what I could see was open construction right underneath me and the side of me. No one has cleaned the ceramic tile on the balcony in a looooooooong time. Even the light switches had grime on them. I would not recommend this property if you have ANY standards.
Niambi, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel in a very convenient location to the beach and docks. All inclusive except the mini fridge in the room. Staff were very friendly and helpful.
Ana-Maria, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

They treat the tourists like royalties
Emile, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Excelente desayuno y atención del personal. Hotel cómodo y su limpieza es para destacar.
Juan, 4-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Really nice people. Food was great and they also have really nice entertainment
2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Good
El personal muy amable, el desayuno excelente, comfortable y muy bien hubicado cerca al aeropuerto!
Jair, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

The service from the staff is excellent. They take the time to talk to you and some even speak English. My room had an amazing view! The only thing I didnt like and they seem to be aware of the issue: the windows rattle and you can hear the wind. I stuck some cardboard in the windows and that eliminated the noise. The food was excellent!! Dont take any items from the minibar, its not included and you will pay quadruple!!
11-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Hotel was great, clean and safe, staff very kind and helpful and the food was good.
5-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

I had a wonderful experience there. The food was excellent. It was close to the beach and stores. I felt very welcome. The room was very nice and cleaned everyday. Wi fi did not connect and signal was very slow but that was my only complaint!
5-night romance trip
Verified Travelocity guest review

10/10 Exceptional

3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

Do not stay at this hotel.
Do not stay at this hotel. This was not a 3.5 star experience. We booked 4 nights and quickly realized after check-in that the hotel was entirely occupied by hundreds of 15-year old girls for a school trip. The result was overwhelming—the pool was taken over by them and each night we had to endure girls screaming and slamming doors outside of our room until 3:00am. The hotel is old construction and the doors/windows don’t protect from any noise in the hallways nor outside on the street. Basically, we didn’t get any sleep for three days. We weren’t told in advance of the circumstances, nor did they seem overly concerned with our horrible experience. When we couldn’t take it anymore, and we finally told the front desk that we had to change hotels because of the noise, the front desk staff informed us that the “manager in Bogota” refused to issue us a refund for the last night’s stay (which we weren’t using). In addition to not being able sleep, there was a cockroach in our room, the WiFi sucked and the breakfast was basic at best. While the staff was fine and the location convenient, I would advise you to avoid this hotel, as it’s not worth the price and there are other/much better options; we moved next door to the brand new "Samawi" hotel, for the exact same nightly cost, and it was heads above Arena Blanca.
4-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Jiangfeng, 3-night trip
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