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Sophia Hotel

4.0 star property
Hotel with restaurant, near Bocagrande Beach
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
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Terrace/patio
City view from property
Terrace/patio
Junior Double Room, 1 King Bed
Junior Double Room, 1 King Bed
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Guests liked:

Friendly staff, spacious rooms, property condition

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free breakfast
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry facilities
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Room service
  • Babysitting
  • Business centre
  • Airport pick-up service
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Library
  • Communal living room
  • Front desk safe
Feel at home
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
The price is AU$350
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec

Room options

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
LED TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
  • 42 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Room

Family Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
LED TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Terrace

Suite, 1 King Bed, Terrace

Highlights

Terrace
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
  • 110 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Junior Double Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
LED TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 50 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
Calle 32 No. 4-45 Plaza de la Aduana, Centro, Cartagena, 130001

What's nearby

  • Bolivar Square - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Clock Tower - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Walls of Cartagena - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Cartagena de Indias Convention Center - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Bocagrande Beach - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Cartagena (CTG-Rafael Núñez Intl.) - 15 min drive
  • Airport pickup service

Restaurants

  • ‪Plaza de Bolívar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪El Baron - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪El Baluarte San Francisco - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Crepes & Waffles - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Plaza Santa Teresa - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Sophia Hotel

Located just 3.6 mi (5.7 km) from the airport, Sophia Hotel offers pick-up service (available 24 hours). Guests looking for a bite to eat can visit the restaurant, and the bar/lounge is the perfect spot to grab a drink at the end of the day. A rooftop terrace, a snack bar/deli and a terrace are other highlights. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff and breakfast.

Languages

English, Spanish

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 15 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
  • Express check-out available
  • Early check-in subject to availability
  • Minimum check-in age – 18
  • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
  • Late check-out subject to availability

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
  • Guests will receive an email 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
  • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
  • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

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

  • Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast
  • Parents must have child's birth certificate and photo ID*
  • Babysitting*

Pets

  • Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 1 total, up to 18 kg per pet)*
  • Service animals welcome
  • Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
  • Food and water bowls available

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • No on-site parking

Transfers

  • Airport pickup on request (available 24 hours a day)*

Other information

  • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast each morning 6:30 AM–10 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli

Travelling with children

  • Babysitting (surcharge)

Working away

  • Business centre
  • Meeting room

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Luggage storage
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Library
  • Communal living room
  • Reception hall

Accessibility

  • Lift

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 40-inch LED TV
  • Premium satellite channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dressing gowns and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Blackout curtains
  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • You may be required to pay VAT (19%) at the property. Non-resident travellers who pay using a foreign card or bank transfer and present a valid passport and tourist visa may be exempt from value-added tax (19%) on tourist package bookings (accommodation plus other travel service).

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of COP 55000 per vehicle. Maximum occupancy 3
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of COP 150000 (subject to availability)
  • Late checkout can be arranged for an extra charge of COP 150000 (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • Babysitting is available for an extra charge
  • Cots/infant beds are available for COP 100000.0 per day
  • 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.

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of COP 80000 per pet, per night

Policies

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Also known as

Sophia Hotel cartagena
Sophia Cartagena
Sophia Hotel Hotel
Sophia Hotel Cartagena
Sophia Hotel Hotel Cartagena

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at Sophia Hotel?
Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 1 total and maximum weight of 18 kg per pet. There's a charge of COP 80000 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at Sophia Hotel?
Sorry, there's no on-site parking at Sophia Hotel.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by Sophia Hotel?
Yes, a shuttle from the airport to the hotel is available. The charge is COP 55000 per vehicle.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Sophia Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. There's a charge of COP 150000 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of COP 150000 (subject to availability). Express check-out is available.
Is there an on-site casino at Sophia Hotel?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Rio Cartagena Casino (6-min drive) is nearby.
Are there restaurants at or near Sophia Hotel?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.
What's the area around Sophia Hotel like?
Sophia Hotel is in Cartagena Walled City, a short 5-minute walk from Clock Tower and 8 minutes' walk from Cartagena de Indias Convention Center. Travellers give top marks for the hotel's prime location.

Sophia Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

The Hotel is very cozy with and amazing breakfast in the heart of the Center of Cartagena.
Erik, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Awesome place to stay!
Helga, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Bethuel, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Mi experiencia en el Hotel Sophia en Cartagena fue sencillamente excepcional. Desde el momento en que llegamos, el personal fue increíblemente amable y acogedor, superando nuestras expectativas en todo momento. El desayuno fue excelente, con una gran variedad de opciones frescas y deliciosas que nos hicieron empezar el día de la mejor manera. Quiero destacar especialmente al recepcionista Farit, quien hizo nuestra estadía aún más agradable. Fue muy atento, siempre dispuesto a ayudar y a asegurarse de que tuviéramos todo lo que necesitábamos para disfrutar al máximo de nuestra visita. Su profesionalismo y amabilidad realmente marcaron la diferencia. Recomiendo encarecidamente el Hotel Sophia para cualquiera que busque una experiencia única y acogedora en Cartagena. ¡Volveremos sin duda!
Keyli, 3-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent
Simply excellent. Sophia Hotel is fantastic hotel in the heart of the old town/centre. The rooftop pool and bar area has a lovely view and the food is good too. The music can be a little loud, but the staff are friendly and happily turned it down when we were the only couple on the roof enjoying the pool. Reception is excellent with any questions you may have and helped us immensely. The breakfast is also amazing! Thank you to the staff for such a great stay.
Christopher, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

charged $30 for water in bathroom without any labeling of cost for water, aside from table in suite living room with qr codes that differentiated those snacks and drinks for sale.
Richard, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great place, breakfast are excellent, the service is 10 every one are nice and kind. Very good dining options and the amenities at the terrace are super nice.
Maiby, 4-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Súper great staff always attentive and the hotel was great as well. Located centrally to old town where you can walk around and enjoy great food, stores and sites. Great stay!
Jarmilla, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful location. Great rooftop pool.
Elizabeth, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great customer service.
Nelson, 3-night romance trip
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8/10 Very good

Good place in the middle of the wall city.
guillermo, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

HERNANDO, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

An amazing place to stay in Cartagena. Sophia Hotel only has 15 rooms or so, but the staff is so present and helpful that you feel like you are at a much bigger property. My room was large and lovely with a great view over the adjoining plaza. AC was great too -- very important in Cartagena. Best of all, the location is perfect. Across the street from a quiet plaza, around the corner from one of the most busy ones, near everything. Highly recommended.
Mark, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Centrally located within the Walled City. Very pleasant staff and clean Hotel.
STEPHANE, 5-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice hotel in the walled city. Great beds and spacious rooms
Veronica, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent location, staoff very friendly
Richard, 6-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Leonardo, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location, the staff was amazing! Rooftop pool, I would recommend! Fied at the front desk so so helpful . We hope to be back again!
raina, 3-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excelente hotel pero lo más importante es su personal. Cada uno nos hizo sentir en casa.
Erasmo, 4-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Everything was amazing
Rainer, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel. Nice rooms with rooftop bar and pool. Walking distance to great nightlife and attractions.
Alexander, 5-night romance trip
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8/10 Very good

Shauna, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Robert, 5-night trip
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6/10 Good

I enjoyed the Sophia hotel overall but a few things fell short. The staff was excellent. From the front desk to the staff on site. A special shout out to Belky. She's a gem at the hotel. The hotel is close proximity to everything in the walled city. Great rooftop area with amazing views. My biggest issue was the plumbing situation. Multiple times the shower did not get warm and took several calls down to maintenance to adjust. The toilet also didnt have adequate pressure to flush. Our room also had an odor during the stay. We saw a crew outside the hotel working on plumbing issues, which may have contributed to the problems. Overall an excellent property, but these issues were a slight negative on the trip.
Darnell, 5-night trip with friends
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8/10 Very good

We spent 5 nights at Sophia Hotel in the Haggia (Terrace) suite. The hotel itself is in a great location and walkable to all restaurants and attractions. In terms of noise levels, the hotel IS situated across a public square and there was a festival taking place the last few days of our stay. It did get loud at times but by 11pm the music/performances stopped. Same with the rooftop lounge. They'd play music during the day and evening, but by 10-11pm it was quiet. The only thing that could be improved is the furniture in the patio itself. They need to be replaced and the retractable shade was removed/missing. I desperately wish it wasn't as at times it was way too hot/sunny to be out on the patio. Overall, we enjoyed our stay here. The staff are very friendly and our room was left spotless every day. We would consider this hotel again if we were to come back to Cartagena.
Dennis, 5-night romance trip
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