Hotel Dorado Plaza Bocagrande

3.0 star property
Delightful beach hotel with a sauna
your current months are November, 2024 and December, 2024.
November 2024
December 2024

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Outdoor pool
Front of property
Superior Room
2 restaurants, dinner served, Italian cuisine
Property entrance

Reviews

5.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • All-inclusive
    All-inclusive
  • Bar
    Bar
  • Breakfast included
    Breakfast included
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
The price is NZ$248
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov

Explore the area

Map
Bocagrande Av. San Martin , 4-41, Cartagena, Bolivar, 130001
  • Bocagrande Beach
    1 min walk
  • Centro Comercial Nao
    1 min walk
  • Rio Cartagena Casino
    4 min walk
  • Cartagena (CTG-Rafael Núñez Intl.)
    12 min drive

Room options

Superior Room

Highlights

Garden
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds OR 2 Double Beds

Suite

Highlights

Garden
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

Double Room Sea View

Highlights

Garden
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Garden
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Double Room

Highlights

Garden
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room

Highlights

Garden
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Fridge
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hairdryer
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Room Standard

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed

Room Superior

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Cartagena

An all-inclusive stay in the heart of Cartagena awaits you at Hotel Dorado Plaza Bocagrande. Within steps you'll find Bocagrande Beach and Centro Comercial Nao. Highlights at this beach hotel include 2 restaurants, a nearby private beach and an outdoor swimming pool. .The hotel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Conference space and a business centre are among the business amenities offered. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a sauna and a snack bar/deli. Free buffet breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this 3-property class Bocagrande hotel include Clock Tower and Cartagena de Indias Convention Center.

What's nearby

  • Bocagrande Beach - 1 min walk
  • El Laguito Beach - 7 min walk
  • Castillo Grande Beach - 13 min walk
  • Clock Tower - 6 min drive
  • Cartagena de Indias Convention Center - 6 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Italian Pizza & Pasta - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Cilantro Cevicheria & Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Arepas Pues - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Kanuu Restautant (InterContinental) - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Pool Bar Intercontinental - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hotel Dorado Plaza Bocagrande

Delightful beach hotel with a sauna
Hotel Dorado Plaza Bocagrande is an all-inclusive hotel. Room rates include meals and beverages at on-site restaurants and bars. Other items and amenities, including taxes and gratuities, and access to recreational activities and entertainment may also be included. Additional charges may apply for meals at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, certain beverages and other amenities.

Unwind on the private beach, located just 50 metres away. After a day at the beach, enjoy amenities at Hotel Dorado Plaza Bocagrande such as an outdoor pool and a sauna.

Free breakfast is served daily. There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a nearby snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Cartagena hotel is smoke free.

  • 320 guestrooms or units
  • 15 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • 2 dining venues
  • Built in 1973
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Towels for the beach
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
Hotel Dorado Plaza Bocagrande offers 320 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and a hairdryer. Plasma televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries.

This Cartagena hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference space

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Direct access to the beach
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 15 floors
  • 2 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1973
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Plasma TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Hotel Dorado Plaza Bocagrande

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 4 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • 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).
  • Resort fee: COP 2900.00 per person, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Visitors travelling with a child may be required by the property to present the following documents: at check-in, parents travelling into Colombia with a child under 18 may be obligated to present the child's birth certificate and photo ID (passport for non-Colombian citizens). If a relative or legal guardian is travelling into Colombia with the child, that relative or legal guardian may be obligated to present a notarised consent of travel signed by both parents, along with 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 planning to travel with children should consult a Colombian consulate office in advance of travel for additional guidance.
  • One child aged 4 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Hotel Dorado Plaza Bocagrande?

Hotel Dorado Plaza Bocagrande offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Dorado Plaza Bocagrande?

As of 5 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Dorado Plaza Bocagrande on 6 Nov 2024 start from NZ$245.32, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Hotel Dorado Plaza Bocagrande?

Yep, Hotel Dorado Plaza Bocagrande has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Hotel Dorado Plaza Bocagrande?

Yep, Hotel Dorado Plaza Bocagrande is a short 1-minute walk from Bocagrande Beach.

Does Hotel Dorado Plaza Bocagrande have a pool?

Hotel Dorado Plaza Bocagrande has an outdoor pool.

What luxury perks are available at Hotel Dorado Plaza Bocagrande?

Hotel Dorado Plaza Bocagrande features an outdoor pool, a sauna and 2 restaurants.

Does Hotel Dorado Plaza Bocagrande serve breakfast?

You bet, complimentary buffet brekkie is served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hotel Dorado Plaza Bocagrande?

No, Hotel Dorado Plaza Bocagrande does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Hotel Dorado Plaza Bocagrande?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and 2 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Hotel Dorado Plaza Bocagrande?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Hotel Dorado Plaza Bocagrande?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Hotel Dorado Plaza Bocagrande Reviews

Reviews

5.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 410 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 112 out of 410 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 80 out of 410 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 68 out of 410 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 97 out of 410 reviews" "

6.8/10

Cleanliness

6.4/10

Staff & service

5.4/10

Amenities

5.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

5.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Guido

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I could write a whole book about my experience, worst hotel ever, we had to leave the hotel in less than 2 hours. - there is no snack bar, there was only a lady handing out potatos, that was the snack bar no other snack. - we got a room on 15th floor and only one elevator was working, we had to wait 5 minutes for the elevator to arrive. -the AC was not working, I called the front desk 3 times and nobody helped me. -no internet at all, as soon as we checked in they gave us a paper to enroll 4 devices, we I try my computer I got less than 1MB when connect but then got disconnected and I was unable to connect again. -when we asked for towels, the towels were dirty, stained and torn. - we talked to the manager (Lida González) about us leaving and she said I will help and she listen all of our arguments, 3 days later Expedia said the hotel refused to do the cancellation because they offered another room, which they never did, she said one thing and did the other, also changing a room would not fix all the issues. -finally Expedia did not help either, they offered me $300 credit with them and I had to book another hotel and pay for all the meals of my family, the only time I needed help from Expedia they did not help, we did not cause any expense to the hotel as we left in less than 2 hours, worst hotel EVER!!!
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Luis A

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The AC was not working correctly and the never had enough towels. Food was very plain no taste and it look like they were over whelmed by the people. Swimming pool was to small by the amount of people and very limited time to use the pool. In all very bad choice for me and my girlfriend.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Luisa

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall, it was a pleasant stay, we didn’t encounter any issues and the staff was friendly. This is an all inclusive, however, the liquor/ cocktail servings were really small, the food was well prepared but it wasn’t anything special. The price was low in comparison to the other hotels, so it was no surprise that it wasn’t as nice as the other places we have stayed before.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Maria

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Everything was fine. Well, it is a three-star hotel. The only bad thing is that they don't have something different from the buffet. In the hotel description it says that there are two a la carte restaurants but my mom never saw them. My niece got her period and stained the bed and they wanted to charge her for changing the sheet. My mom washes it by hand.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Boris S

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

2/10 Terrible

Cory

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

4/10 Poor

Angela

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Los snaks de muy baja calidad, solo hay un bartender en hora pico y la fila es larga, al momento del checkout no se puede utilizar más la piscina, para las personas q tienen vuelo en la noche queda uno sin saber q hacer con este calor, y para quedarse en el hotel hasta las 5:00 pm el pasadía cuesta $60.000 por persona, es demasiado costoso para sólo quedarse en la piscina
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

4/10 Poor

Juan

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
La Propiedad necesita mucho mantenimiento.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

2/10 Terrible

Eva

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is in very poor condition, needs lots of maintenance, has no Wi Fi, when we got to the room there was no towels, no bathroom tissue the Air conditioner is very, very poor! we are very disapointed in this place.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Mary Claribel Oliveira

Travelled with group
Disliked: Amenities
Too many people on the hotel. Long lines to get food from the buffet or drinks or to get attended at the front desk.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

4/10 Poor

Sandeno

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Luisa a Altagracia

Lo mejor del hotel son las chicas de recreación. Y los seguridad pero las chicas del comedor no son buena persona se ponen guapa cuando le pides que heche más en el plato.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

4/10 Poor

William, Highland

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
No hot water. Worst all inclusive ever. Only food was buffet. one very small bar with very limited alchohol served in a 6 ounce plastic. cup.Staff was very nice room was good, just not what you would expect from all inclusive.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

RAFAEL, JAMAICA

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Food, shows and bar A
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gregg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

6/10 Okay

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

chelvine

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Faber

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
happy Customer
very good hotel, delicious food and variety for all tastes clean great customer service and security front desk very busy place tour office staff is very helpful great information Indira 🏆🥇❤️ front beach 🏝️❤️
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

6/10 Okay

Juan Jose

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Facilities are quiet worn out and the rooms are very poorly maintained. We were moved 2 times. 1st a/c not working, 2nd beds were broken. Finally they gave us an upgrade to an ocean view however a/c was a bit low and the room kept getting warm specially during the afternoon times since the sun hit directly through the windows. Food was good, entertainment was good and the end we managed to have an ok stay at the hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Altagracia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
All inclusive deals, but the bar was so limited and snacks .
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

2/10 Terrible

Andrea

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They charged me for 3 towels for the fact that I stained the towels with washable hair dye. Treated me like some sort of criminal when I tried to leave. Front desk service was really unpleasant.

6/10 Okay

Brian

Travelled with family
It was ok

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Absolutely Horrible! Stay away!
The most expensive hotel I stayed in while in Cartagena and by far the worst hotel experience I’ve had in my life! Shabby buildings and rooms. Totally disorganized check in. Took about 1 hour. Incredibly rude and unhelpful staff. Room was the worst. Crayon markings on furniture, no working air conditioning (80 degrees F in the room),no working wifi or television. No running hot water! Nothing came out of the faucet. Told front desk about the issues and they said they would send someone, but never did. Staff literally detained us upon checking out and would not let us leave hotel for some unknown reason that no one on staff could explain to us. Security staff literally grabbed our bags and would not let us leave although we had already checked out and were waiting for an Uber to the airport. Isn’t this illegal?! After over 20 minutes, some lobby guy (manager? I hope not) said it was a mixup and we could leave. Management and many hotel staff should be fired! The absolute worst hotel experience I have ever had and I travel a lot! Horrible! Stay away!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

2/10 Terrible

Amaury

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a horrible experience..stay away.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

ROBERT

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022