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Sophia Hotel

4.0 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, a short walk to Clock Tower
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

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Terrace/patio
City view from property
City view from property
Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk
View from room

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Guests liked:

Friendly staff, spacious rooms, property condition

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Breakfast included
    Breakfast included
  • Room service
    Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
The price is NZ$356
includes taxes & fees
20 Dec - 21 Dec

Explore the area

Map
Calle 32 No. 4-45 Plaza de la Aduana, Centro, Cartagena, 130001
  • San Pedro Claver Church and Convent
    1 min walk
  • Bolivar Square
    2 min walk
  • Cartagena Cathedral
    2 min walk
  • Cartagena (CTG-Rafael Núñez Intl.)
    15 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

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

View all photos for Junior Double Room, 1 King Bed

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

Cartagena

Sophia Hotel places you in the centre of Cartagena, within just a 5-minute stroll of Clock Tower and within 15 minutes of Cartagena de Indias Convention Center. Highlights at this hotel include free cooked-to-order breakfast, a restaurant and a bar/lounge. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a business centre and a rooftop terrace. Additionally, you'll find a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also the convenience of airport pick-up service. .With a stay at this 4-property class Cartagena Walled City hotel, you'll be 1.6 km (1 mi) from Bocagrande Beach.

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

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

Hotel with free breakfast, a short walk to Clock Tower
Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a business centre and a meeting room. A rooftop terrace, a library, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Sophia Hotel. A shuttle from the airport to the hotel (available 24 hours) is available for a fee.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Cartagena hotel.

  • 15 guestrooms or units
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Business facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
Sophia Hotel offers 15 accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Beds feature premium bedding. 40-inch LED televisions come with premium satellite channels. Bathrooms include a shower, dressing gowns, slippers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board 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

  • No on-site parking available
  • 24-hour airport pick-up shuttle on request for a surcharge

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • Lift

More

  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LED TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: COP 150000
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: COP 150000
Express check-out available

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: COP 80000 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 40 lb per pet)
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children stay free when using existing bedding. Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for COP 100000.0 per day.

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.

  • Airport shuttle fee: COP 55000 per vehicle (maximum occupancy 3)
  • Pet fee: COP 80000 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: COP 150000 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: COP 150000 (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: COP 100000.0 per day

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
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 smoke detector 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.
  • Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Sophia Cartagena
Sophia Hotel Hotel
Sophia Hotel Cartagena
Sophia Hotel Hotel Cartagena

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Sophia Hotel?

Yep, Sophia Hotel is a short 19-minute walk from Bocagrande Beach.

How much does it cost to stay at Sophia Hotel?

As of 22 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sophia Hotel on 20 Dec 2024 start from NZ$356.44, 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.

What makes Sophia Hotel a romantic place to stay?

Romance packages and a lounge bar, as well as premium bedding in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Sophia Hotel.

Does Sophia Hotel serve breakfast?

You bet, our guests are hooked on the free cooked-to-order breakfast here! Offered daily between 6:30 AM and 10 AM, this is the place to fuel up for a big day of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Sophia Hotel?

No, but there's a shuttle from the airport to the hotel that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Sophia Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Sophia Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Sophia Hotel?

Cats and dogs are welcome at Sophia Hotel, with food and water bowls on offer. Just so you know, there's a limit of one pet, with a maximum weight of up to 18 kg per pet.

Sophia Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 413 out of 501 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 62 out of 501 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 501 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 501 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 501 reviews" "

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 Excellent

Helga

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Bethuel

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keyli

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Richard

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maiby

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jarmilla, Mount Vernon

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
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!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful location. Great rooftop pool.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nelson

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great customer service.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

guillermo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good place in the middle of the wall city.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

HERNANDO

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark, Marina del Rey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

STEPHANE

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Centrally located within the Walled City. Very pleasant staff and clean Hotel.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Veronica

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel in the walled city. Great beds and spacious rooms
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, staoff very friendly
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leonardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

raina, St. Augustine

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erasmo, Miami

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excelente hotel pero lo más importante es su personal. Cada uno nos hizo sentir en casa.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rainer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was amazing
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexander, Old Bridge

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel. Nice rooms with rooftop bar and pool. Walking distance to great nightlife and attractions.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Shauna

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Darnell

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
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.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Dennis

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
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.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lebmary

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely perfect!!! Beautiful, excepcional service and nice people. Recommended!