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Palmarito Beach Hotel

3.0 star property
Cartagena beachfront hotel with private beach, spa
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

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Beach bar
Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM, pool umbrellas
Exterior
Exterior
Exterior

Reviews

7.2 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Gym
    Gym
  • Airport transfer
    Airport transfer
  • Bar
    Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Spa
    Spa
  • Pool
    Pool
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • On a private beach
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • 24-hour fitness centre
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach towels
  • Children's pool
  • Hot tub
  • Beach bar
  • Room service
Feel at home
  • Children's pool
  • Playground on-site
  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
The price is AU$155
includes taxes & fees
4 Dec - 5 Dec

Room options

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Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Netflix
Digital channels
Desk
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Netflix
Digital channels
Desk
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Deluxe Cabin

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Netflix
Digital channels
Desk
In-room safe
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bungalow Superior With Garden View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room Standard

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room Standard

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the area

Map
Calle 3 1-1, Playa Dorada, Cartagena, Bolivar, 130018

What's nearby

  • Playa de Punta Arena - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Bocagrande Beach - 10 min drive - 1.4 km
  • El Laguito Beach - 11 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Castillo Grande Beach - 18 min drive - 0.5 km
  • Blanca Beach - 94 min drive - 39.9 km

Getting around

  • Cartagena (CTG-Rafael Núñez Intl.) - 27 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • Las Chivas Restaurant
  • Charlie’s Coffee
  • Cilantro Cevicheria & Restaurant
  • Kiosco El Bony
  • Italian Pizza & Pasta

About this property

Palmarito Beach Hotel

Putting you within a 10-minute drive of Bocagrande Beach, Palmarito Beach Hotel offers a private beach where you can enjoy beach umbrellas, beach massages and volleyball. The outdoor pool provides a splash of fun, while guests in the mood for pampering can visit the spa to indulge in massages, facials and manicures and pedicures. The restaurant is a great spot for a bite to eat, and cold drinks are served at the bar/lounge. Other features include a beach bar, a 24-hour fitness centre and a hot tub.

Languages

English, Spanish

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 10 rooms
  • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 4:30 PM
  • Minimum check-in age – 18
  • Check-out time is 11 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
  • 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

  • Parents must have child's birth certificate and photo ID*
  • No cots (infant beds)

Pets

  • Pets stay for free (dogs only)

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • No on-site parking

Transfers

  • Airport shuttle from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM*

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast each morning 7 AM–10 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Beach bar
  • Barbecue grills
  • Free daily reception
  • Room service (limited hours)

Travelling with children

  • Children's pool
  • Playground
  • Lifeguard on-site

What to do

  • On a private beach
  • Beach volleyball
  • Kayaking
  • Surfing/body boarding
  • Pool table
  • Fishing
  • Private beach access
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Wedding services
  • Bike hire
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour fitness centre
  • An outdoor pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Hot tub

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV
  • Digital TV channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Spa

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Massages are available on the beach and in the spa. Other services include facials and manicures and pedicures.

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 USD 30000 per person (one-way)
  • Late checkout can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 25 (subject to availability)

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)

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM

Policies

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

Hotel Palmarito Beach Tierra Bomba Island
Hotel Palmarito Beach
Palmarito Beach Tierra Bomba Island
Palmarito Beach
Palmarito Beach Hotel Tierra Bomba Island
Palmarito Beach Hotel
Palmarito Beach Hotel Hotel
Palmarito Beach Hotel Cartagena
Palmarito Beach Hotel Hotel Cartagena

Frequently asked questions

Is there a pool at Palmarito Beach Hotel?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Guests have pool access from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
Are pets allowed at Palmarito Beach Hotel?
Yes, dogs stay free.
Is parking offered on site at Palmarito Beach Hotel?
Sorry, there's no on-site parking at Palmarito Beach Hotel.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by Palmarito Beach Hotel?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM on request. The charge is USD 30000 per person one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Palmarito Beach Hotel?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 4:30 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of USD 25 (subject to availability).
Is there an on-site casino at Palmarito Beach Hotel?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Rio Cartagena Casino (2.1 mi) is nearby.
What is there to do at Palmarito Beach Hotel and nearby?
Have fun with on-site activities such as kayaking, fishing and surfing. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and soothe your senses in the hot tub. Palmarito Beach Hotel also has a private beach, an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness centre, as well as spa services, a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Palmarito Beach Hotel?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.
What's the area around Palmarito Beach Hotel like?
Palmarito Beach Hotel is located a short 10-minute walk from Playa de Punta Arena.

Palmarito Beach Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

7.2/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

5.4/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Fred, 3-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

Probably worst hotel I ever stayed at Pros: cold AC, mini fridge in room Cons: dirty sheets, dirty towels, dirty shower, limited breakfast with flies, birds, and bees surrounding food and drink, multiple dogs in dining area, dirty pool, dirty lounge chairs in pool area, vendors harassing when sitting beach side, no assistance with luggage upon arrival l, insects/ants/roaches in hotel room
Nadia, 2-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

8/10 Very good

One of the things I liked about staying at Palmarito was that they include round transportation and you don’t have to pay the Port fee since the boat doesn’t leave from la Bodeguita. The property as a whole is very nice and looks safe. However, it’s a private beach but you still have outside vendors harassing you to buy stuff just like public beaches. Lunch wasn’t great! It is a “buffet” but you can only go one time and they will do it for you! Lunch is like $40,000 cop per person. Breakfast was really good. Room and bathroom was super spacious and very clean. You have all you need. If you are staying, beach won’t be empty probably until 4pm and they close it at 6pm. Pool area wasn’t very clean. At night, was very quite and not beach vibes. Not sure if they have parties only Saturdays or certain days but during the night , you have nothing to do.
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Fish for dinner? Delicious! Eggs and rolls for breakfast? Running and stale! Cocktails? Excellent!
Will, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

El staff muy amable un poco incomodo llegar en lancha si tienes impedimento de caminar buena vista de la ciudad de Bocagrande la comida rica recomiendo las pastas y de bebida recomiendo las lemonada ceresadas.
2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful place
1-night family trip
Verified CheapTickets guest review

2/10 Poor

When we arrived, they did not have our reservation. I am not sure if this is the fault of Expedia or the hotel, but it was very inconvenience after traveling 8 hours to Cartagena. The place was not as picture-esque as the photos. I wouldn't suggest it as it didn't seem there was a lot of people there and we were concerned about the rooms and if they would be secure. We didn't even stay, we left because we didn't feel as safe. We were three girls through and I'm sure the staff was fine but we just wanted to feel secure.
VickiB, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Do not set your expectations too high for this property. When arrived it looked nice, but as the day went on the workers kept coming for your drink orders, but wouldn’t clean up the finished cups. The pool was nice, but when we asked for a towel at the front area staff said 4:04pm no more towels for the day. They stop handing out towels at 4pm, wasn’t told that.
1-night romance trip
Verified CheapTickets guest review

6/10 Good

Was god, staff very cooperative. Estuvo bueno, sus empleados muy cooperativos.
2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Hors saison très calme
La première (mauvaise) surprise est que j'ai dû rester une nuit à Cartagena parce que je suis arrivé trop tard, la dernière liaison pour l'île (un bateau qui amène et ramène les clients) est à 17h00, dernière limite (en fait, c'est plutôt 16h30). Si vous êtes habitué a bien manger, c'est assez difficile d'être satisfait des menus proposés. Le personnel est très très sympa (mais vraiment !), mais ils n'ont pas le sens du détail. Je n'ai pas le droit de me plaindre, vu le prix très avantageux hors saison, mais il est certain qu'ils peuvent attirer plus de clientèle haute gamme s'ils font l'effort de proposer une cuisine un peu plus raffinée et bien présenter (lire : "appétissante"). Pour ma part, comme je veille très sérieusement sur tout ce que j'avale, ce n'est pas une partie de plaisir... Le week-end, c'est bondé de monde, et c'est plutôt bruyant ou génial, selon, (musique non-stop jusque tard dans la soirée). Par sécurité, il y a une barrière qui protège l'hôtel la nuit , difficile alors de se baigner à des heures fantastiques...dommages. La mer est si chaude est agréable. Quelques petites lanternes la nuit pourrait bien faire la différence, même hors saison. Pour visiter Cartagena, il y a un bateau qui part vers 08h30. Les trajets aller-retour (1 par jour) sont inclus dans le prix. Je reviendrai sans doute à cet endroit, hors saison (car je suppose que c'est bondé en haute saison), rien pour retrouver les visages souriants qui m'ont beaucoup plu.
Syed Yahya, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

6-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

A very dangerous area where we were told not to leave. No hot water and the food had zero variety
3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly staff. Wonderful experience and amazing beach. Its a remote island having groups from the mainland join you during the day for fun and have a relaxing beach to yourself in the evening. You just need to be aware of the boat rides to/from the island in case you want to visit attractions on the mainland. My family loved it and would like to visit again.
Gustavo, 5-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

This place felt like a hidden paradise! Even tho it is only a minutes away from Cartagena, it is a very quite place, perfect to just relax and enjoy the moment. All stuff was super helpful and nice. Even tho cleaning lady never came to clean ( in 5 days ) I would definitely come back to this beautiful spot. Muchisimas gracias por todo!
4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Great place to rest. The island makes a huge difference to relax and enjoy.
Cs, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Staff was very friendly. Very little English spoken, but we all managed. Beach was lovely. The pool was clean and well maintained. The rooms could use some updating but they were clean. Food was good and reasonably priced. Free boat ride back and forth was great to have. We enjoyed the beautiful view of Bocagrande especially when the sun started to set.
Kristine, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Good hotel resort for the price I would come back I would take points off for the mystery of the WiFi code that they won’t give you and the WiFi strength isn’t good as other hotels in cartagena and the prices vary when you order they don’t ever know the price untill check out ... but overall I good place to stay I recommend it also visit playa Blanca ( white sands beach) but don’t take a boat with 1 motor it’s dangerous and locals will tell you different prices to get there so I recommend getting a boat from boca grande !
Danny, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

Would you stay at a "hotel" that:
Has pee green pool water? Has boney, hungry dogs begging at your feet while you eat? Is overgrown with weeds and unkept grounds? Has no hot water in your room? Has bees, ants and lizards in your room? Has broken balcony tiles and railings" Has a beach cluttered with beer cans and other trash? Has a warning against walking outside the grounds? To name a few.
Paul, 7-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great getaway
This was a very inexpensive hotel on an Island with its own beach and a pool. There are no roads or cars. The employees could not have been more friendlier, helpful, and just all and alll fantastic! The on site restaurant had really good food and was unbelievably reasonable. If your looking for an “old school” type getaway that’s off the grid and not fancy this is the place.
mike, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful Spring Break
My children's first time to Colombia. We loved the resort and loved the staff! Definitely would stay again!
4-night trip
Verified CheapTickets guest review

8/10 Very good

Nice relaxing place to escape the city bustle.
We were pleasantly surprised to find out there is a free hotel boat shuttle that picks you up in Boca Grande.The grounds are large and well kept and staff are very nice. The food is fresh and there is a well stocked bar, although a bit pricey I thought. Our room was quite large but not even a small table to put things on. We had to cut fruit in the bathroom. This would be an easy fix. This place would be good for families, couples or anyone looking for a few days of quiet.
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

The place grew on us
When we first got off the boat and walked in we thought we made a big mistake. But decided to rough it out. By the 3rd day we felt there was no place in Colombia that we would rather be. We saw the other review and had we listened to what we read we wouldn't have had this amazing opportunity. They mentioned the dogs, we'll let me tell you my amazing story about those wonderful dogs ! I woke up one morning around 4:30 am and decided to go lay in the hammock. As I entered the court yard about 6 or 7 little "mutt" dogs all woke up and couldn't wait to play. With their tails waging they were the most friendly and playful dogs I have every encountered in my life. During the heat of the day, they lay around as most lazy dogs do but before the sun comes up, this is their time to play. The greatest part of this experience was while you lay on the hammock, 2 or 3 of them get on their back under you and put their feet up as if to massage you. This went on for over an hour only to be interupted by the occasional local walking by the compound all 7 dogs would run to the fence and bark ferociously to protect their property, then return to my massage. This made me feel my family was extra safe sleeping here at night being protected by these mutts. Some times in life the best experiences happen when you least expect them and you actually spend enough time outside of your comfort zone to allow the experience of cultures different from what you conceder normal :) Move the roosters !
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Basic getaway...a little remote
This is a stay if you want to be away from Cartagena or Boca Grande...you have to take a boat shuttle to get here. No English is spoken but Alice is kind and helpful. There is no place to visit when your out here, they do prepare a dinner for you for a extra $25,000 per person which is a little over priced for a basic meal but it was good...pork or chicken or carne. 1 or 2 nights is plenty. The walls are thin, some guy was watching TV until 4am so I didnt sleep so good that night.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

Nightmare Hotel
We booked here not expecting much since only $42 a night, just wanted to get out of the city for a day without a tour. Planned to take hotel water taxi from Boca Grande and just use hotel beach and pool and not stay the night. Little boat picked us up on time, nice staff. As soon as we docked, we knew it was a mistake. Beach had garbage on it. Walked into hotel grounds - there were old rusty boats on the lawn, mangy dogs walking around, it just looked like a bad movie. Staff was super nice though. Showed us to 'room' which was just 2 beds and a TV hanging from ceiling. Went back outside, only 2 other guests who looked miserable by the dingy pool. It was just sad. We asked if they could take us back to Cartagena and there was much discussion and a lengthy phone call until we said we didn't want money back, then they were all too happy to whisk us back off the island. You get what you pay for, I understand that, but we just thought we'd have access to a decent beach & pool but not even that. I feel sorry for anyone who actually stays here.
Verified Expedia guest review