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Hotel El Candil de los Santos

3.5 star property
Guesthouse with free breakfast, a short walk to Clock Tower
your current months are January, 2025 and February, 2025.
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Outdoor pool
Property grounds
Property grounds
Garden
Interior detail

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Pool
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Calle Campo Santo 9-36, Barrio San Diego, Cartagena, Bolivar, 130001
  • Centro Comercial La Serrezuela
    1 min walk
  • House of Gabriel Garcia Marquez
    2 min walk
  • Las Bovedas
    4 min walk
  • Cartagena (CTG-Rafael Núñez Intl.)
    18 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

In-room safe, blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Detached private bathroom
Cable channels
In-room safe
Wardrobe
Daily housekeeping
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Junior Room, 1 King Bed

Junior Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Detached private bathroom
Cable channels
In-room safe
Wardrobe
Daily housekeeping
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Grand Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Grand Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Grand Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
2 bedrooms
Detached private bathroom
Cable channels
In-room safe
Wardrobe
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Cartagena

Hotel El Candil de los Santos puts you in the heart of Cartagena, within steps of Fine Arts and Plaza de San Diego. Highlights at this guest house include an outdoor swimming pool and free daily breakfast. .This smoke-free guest house offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. Added amenities include laundry facilities and tour/ticket assistance. Free English breakfast is available daily between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM. .Attractions within a 10-minute walk of this 3.5-property class Cartagena Walled City guest house include Clock Tower and within 30 minutes you'll find Bocagrande Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Walls of Cartagena - 8 min walk
  • Clock Tower - 8 min walk
  • Bolivar Square - 10 min walk
  • Cartagena de Indias Convention Center - 14 min walk
  • San Felipe de Barajas Castle - 19 min walk

Getting around

  • Cartagena (CTG-Rafael Núñez Intl.) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Juan Del Mar Pizzeria Goumert - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪La Juma Barr Cartagena - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪La Cevicheria - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Uma - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Carmen Cartagena - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hotel El Candil de los Santos

Guesthouse with free breakfast, a short walk to Clock Tower
Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. An outdoor pool, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Hotel El Candil de los Santos.

This 3.5-star Cartagena guest house is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 5 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • English breakfast (free)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
Hotel El Candil de los Santos offers 5 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and free toiletries. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Rooms have detached private bathrooms. Bathrooms include a shower. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • Offsite parking available (COP 25,000 per night); reservations required

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM

Things to do

  • 24-hour pool access
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Detached private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Hotel El Candil de los Santos

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • 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).

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.

  • Nearby parking fee: COP 25000 per night (3281 ft away)

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 and a first aid kit
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. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit 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.
  • Pool access is available 24 hours a day.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the guest house before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

El Candil de los Santos Optimal
El Candil de los Santos Optimal Cartagena
El Candil de los Santos Optimal Hotels
El Candil de los Santos Optimal Hotels Cartagena
El Candil los Santos House Cartagena
El Candil los Santos House
El Candil los Santos Cartagena
El Candil los Santos
El Candil los Santos Guesthouse Cartagena
El Candil los Santos Guesthouse
El Candil Los Santos Cartagena
Hotel El Candil de los Santos Cartagena
Hotel El Candil de los Santos Guesthouse
Hotel El Candil de los Santos Guesthouse Cartagena

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Hotel El Candil de los Santos?

Hotel El Candil de los Santos offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Are there any beaches close to Hotel El Candil de los Santos?

The closest beach to Hotel El Candil de los Santos is Bocagrande Beach (3.6 km).

Does Hotel El Candil de los Santos have a pool?

Hotel El Candil de los Santos has an outdoor pool. The pool is open 24 hours.

Does Hotel El Candil de los Santos serve breakfast?

Yep, free English breakfast is offered daily between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hotel El Candil de los Santos?

No, Hotel El Candil de los Santos does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Hotel El Candil de los Santos?

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

Are pets allowed at Hotel El Candil de los Santos?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Hotel El Candil de los Santos Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 9 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 9 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 9 reviews" "
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

victor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Super nice 5 room hotel!
Very nice small hotel with all the amenities, walking distance from all places, restaurants, bars, etc. nice personalized service, nice breakfast, good rate….overall GREAT!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Norma, London, On

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the nicest places we’ve ever stayed. Great breakfasts, comfortable room, beautiful surroundings, and a staff and owner who go out of your way to provide the best Cartagena experience, including booking activities, guides, and even procuring medicine. We’ll be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was amazing and staff was also. It is in a great location inside the wall and is in a quiet section at night. Me and my wife experienced one of our best vacations here and can’t wait to go back with friends.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great house and service - good enough location
I enjoyed my stay at El Candil - its a very well-kept house with nice traditional decor, a beautiful courtyard pool and garden, and a great outdoor lounge/dining area. The service and breakfast were wonderful. WiFi was not reliable but I wasn't too bothered by that. Only downside about the house is that it's across the street from a night club -- Friday night wasn't terrible (I went to bed just fine at around 11:30pm) but Saturday night the music next door was on until 1-2am. This would've been great if I wasn't so tired and wanted to socialize (convenient location) but it could be irritating if you're trying to go to bed before midnight.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

mar, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect location, excellent staff!
Not only was this hotel located in a great area of town but the staff were as friendly as family.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

LEOPOLDO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Volveré pronto!
Excelente experiencia, el personal muy amables, las instalaciones, desayuno, no tengo ninguna queja más bien muy agradecido
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Vivian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Recomendadísimo
El hotel es excelente. La atención de todo el personal es maravillosa.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

CECILIA

Liked: Cleanliness
Hotel Ubicadísimo
El hotel Candíl de los Santos en Cartagena se encuentra extraordinariamente ubicado dentro de la ciudad amurallada, a tan solo unos pasos de la plaza San Diego donde hay restaurantes. Cuenta con una atención excepcional del management y un servicio amable del personal del hotel / cocina (desayuno incluido - rico y tipo casero- ) . Muy buena opción de hospedaje. Se presentó una situación que empañó un poco la estancia al presentarse una gotera a media noche causada por una tormenta (entiendo que son poco comunes pero se presentó) y ya fue reportada al management para que sea corregida para beneficio de los viajeros de esta cyber-comunidad. Tip para tu viaje a Cartagena... renta una bici o scooter para recorrerla ! Es súper divertido y está fácil de hacer.