Sofitel Legend Santa Clara Cartagena Hotel

$$$$||View on mapCartagena, ColombiaCalle Del Torno, 39 - 29 Barrio San Diego, Cartagena, Colombia, 0|
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Sofitel Legend Santa Clara Cartagena Hotel
Calle Del Torno, 39 - 29 Barrio San Diego, Cartagena, Colombia, 0·View on map
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Overall Score
Perfect
9.0Perfect
Location9.6
Comfort9.3
Staff9.3
Cleanliness9.2
Facilities9.1
Who stays here
Couples44%
Families29%
Groups16%
Solo7%

Overview

Overall Score
Perfect
9.0Perfect
Location9.6
Comfort9.3
Staff9.3
Cleanliness9.2
Facilities9.1
Who stays here
Couples44%
Families29%
Groups16%
Solo7%

5-star hotel in a 1621 former convent in Cartagena's historic walled city

Dining at the hotel

The Sofitel Legend Santa Clara Cartagena offers two on-site restaurants: El Claustro for international cuisine and Restaurant 1621 for fine regional gourmet menus. Breakfast includes a buffet with a wide variety of fresh tropical fruits and local pastries served in the courtyard garden. The Coro Bar presents live Latin music on weekends, and the Botika bar offers DJ sets with views of the old city wall.

Wellness and spa

The hotel's spa facility includes 8 treatment cabins, a hammam, steam room, and sauna for guest use. The fitness center offers fitness classes, a personal trainer, and yoga sessions. Spa packages and a spa lounge/relaxation area are available for additional treatments.

Rooms and grounds

Rooms at the Sofitel Santa Clara feature balconies overlooking the hotel's gardens or the Caribbean Sea. Some rooms are duplex suites with two bathrooms, a sofa bed, and two stories. The grounds include a large swimming pool with a pool bar, a sun terrace, and a tropical garden.

Location and history

The Sofitel Legend Santa Clara Cartagena occupies a former convent founded in 1621, with historical artifacts integrated into its architecture. The building's crypts inspired Gabriel García Márquez's novel Del amor y otros demonios. The hotel is located inside Cartagena's walled city, 600 meters from Santo Domingo Square and close to San Felipe de Barajas Castle.

Additional amenities

Business travelers have access to meeting and banquet facilities with modern technology and a business center. Family amenities include a kids' pool, babysitting/child services, a kid-friendly buffet, and kids' meals. The hotel also offers bike rentals, walking tours, and live Latin music performances at the Coro Bar.

  • History: 1621 former convent with crypts inspiring García Márquez
  • Dining: Restaurant 1621 fine regional gourmet and El Claustro international cuisine
  • Wellness: 8-cabin spa with hammam, steam room, and personal trainer
  • Location: Inside Cartagena's walled city, 600 meters from Santo Domingo Square
  • Rooms: Duplex suites with balconies and butler service
  • Activities: Live Latin music at Coro Bar, bike tours, rum/chocolate tasting

Licence number: 5519

Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 15:00-23:59
until 12:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Breakfast
A full breakfast is served at the price of USD 40.0 per person. 
Children & extra beds
There are no cots provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
English, Spanish, Portuguese
Building
Year renovated:2011
Number of floors:5
Number of rooms:160
Former name
Sofitel Santa Clara
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Rooms and availability

Colonial King Suite
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed1 Double bed
Standard Suite
  • Max:
    2 persons
Duplex Suite
  • Max:
    2 persons
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Parking

Valet parking

Luggage storage

Luggage storage

Locker room

24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Outdoor dining area

Poolside snack bar

Restaurant

Welcome drink

Shuttle

Paid shuttle service

Fitness/ Gym

Fitness centre

Swimming pool

Outdoor swimming pool

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Yoga class
  • Sports trainer

Services

  • Paid shuttle service
  • Valet parking
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Shops/Commercial services
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Poolside snack bar
  • Snack bar
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Children's buffet
  • Children's pool

Spa & Leisure

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Live entertainment
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Turkish bath
  • Steam room
  • Jacuzzi
  • Massage

Room view

  • Sea view
  • Garden view
  • City view
  • Ocean view
  • Pool view
  • Interior view

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Mini-bar
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Dryer

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • CD player
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Parquet floor
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Essential information about Sofitel Legend Santa Clara Cartagena Hotel

💵 Lowest room price 166 £
📏 Distance to centre 5.6 km
✈️ Distance to airport 6.3 km
🧳 Nearest airport Rafael Nunez International, CTG

Location

Calle Del Torno, 39 - 29 Barrio San Diego, Cartagena, Colombia, 0
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Calle Del Torno, 39 - 29 Barrio San Diego, Cartagena, Colombia, 0
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Calle Del Torno, 39 - 29 Barrio San Diego, Cartagena, Colombia, 0
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
Avenida Venezuela
La India Catalina
550 m
Cartagena
Walls of Cartagena
490 m
Beach
Las Bovedas
250 m
Square
Plaza de San Diego
30 m
Square
Plaza Fernandez de Madrid
210 m
Carrera 7 36 145 Parque Fernandez de Madrid
ChocoMuseo
240 m
Museum
Museo Del Cacao
220 m
Calle Zerrezuela
House of Gabriel Garcia Marquez
60 m
Church
Iglesia de Santo Toribio
180 m
Restaurant
La Cevicheria
60 m
Restaurant
Restaurante 1621
10 m
Restaurant
Juan del Mar
40 m
Restaurant
El Santisimo
130 m
Restaurant
Marzola Parrilla Argentina
100 m
Restaurant
Carmen Restaurant Cartagena
200 m
Restaurant
Malanga Bistro Caribe
10 m
Restaurant
Juan del Mar Pizzeria Gourmet
50 m
Restaurant
El Balcon Eat Drink Love
80 m

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FAQ about Sofitel Legend Santa Clara Cartagena

Which landmarks should we visit during our stay at Sofitel Legend Santa Clara Cartagena Hotel hotel?
You can visit Castillo de San Felipe de Barajas, placed around a 20-minute walk from Sofitel Legend Santa Clara Cartagena Hotel hotel or Church of Santo Domingo Dominican Monastery, which is 0.8 km away.
What interesting sites can I visit not far from the 5-star Sofitel Legend Santa Clara Cartagena Hotel?
Guests of the 5-star Sofitel Legend Santa Clara Cartagena Hotel can visit Serrezuela Bullring (within minutes of the accommodation), or Plaza de San Diego placed 5 minutes' walk away.
Does the hotel provide an airport shuttle?
Shuttle is one of the services offered by the hotel. Please inform the hotel staff about your estimated arrival time.
Does the hotel have a car parking on site?
Yes, the hotel offers a free private car park on site.
What are our dining options during the stay at Sofitel Legend Santa Clara Cartagena Hotel?
Guests of Sofitel Legend Santa Clara Cartagena Hotel can dine just outside the property in a highly rated-8/10 according to reviews-gastropub El Santisimo offering Latin American cuisine.
Can I have breakfast at the 5-star Sofitel Legend Santa Clara Cartagena Hotel hotel?
Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of the 5-star Sofitel Legend Santa Clara Cartagena Hotel hotel.
What time is check-in and check-out at Sofitel Legend Santa Clara Cartagena Hotel hotel?
Guests of Sofitel Legend Santa Clara Cartagena Hotel hotel can check in from 15:00 to 23:59 and check out from 12:00 to 12:00. Late check-out is also available upon request.
What payment methods are available in the Sofitel Legend Santa Clara Cartagena Hotel?
At the Sofitel Legend Santa Clara Cartagena Hotel, guests can pay using сash, Visa, and American Express as well as other payment methods.
What are the room types offered by Sofitel Legend Santa Clara Cartagena Hotel hotel?
Superior King Room, Deluxe King Room, and Classic King Room are among the room types available at Sofitel Legend Santa Clara Cartagena Hotel hotel.
Which amenities are included in the rooms at the Sofitel Legend Santa Clara Cartagena Hotel?
All rooms of the Sofitel Legend Santa Clara Cartagena Hotel feature a mini fridge bar, coffee and tea making equipment as well as a safe box, some of them boast private bathrooms along with a spa bathtub.
Is the staff at the Sofitel Legend Santa Clara Cartagena Hotel multilingual?
Yes, the staff of the Sofitel Legend Santa Clara Cartagena Hotel can assist you in Spanish, Portuguese, and English.
Which facilities are available in the hotel?
The hotel features an impressive score of 9.1 for its facilities, which include a restaurant and a gift shop as well as currency exchange and a cash machine.
What are the spa options at the Sofitel Legend Santa Clara Cartagena Hotel?
At a wellness centre featured at the Sofitel Legend Santa Clara Cartagena Hotel guests can receive such spa procedures as aromatherapy and pampering facials. Additionally, a Turkish steam room, a Turkish bath, and extensive spa facilities are offered on-site.
Is there a swimming pool in Sofitel Legend Santa Clara Cartagena Hotel hotel?
Yes, Sofitel Legend Santa Clara Cartagena Hotel hotel features a swimming pool.
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