Amarla Boutique Hotel Cartagena – A Favorite for Families in Cartagena
About the Hotel
Rooms & Suites
Amarla Boutique Hotel Cartagena offers seven suites and guest rooms, each themed after native Colombian birds. Rooms include air conditioning, a seating area, flat-screen TVs with cable channels, and private bathrooms with showers, free toiletries, and hairdryers. Some rooms feature iPod docking stations and keyless entry. The Heron Suite (23m^2) has a king-size bed, while the Parakeet Suite (21.3m^2) includes a luxury king-size bed. A duplex apartment connects two en-suite rooms via a library.
Dining & Coffee
Breakfast is included, featuring fresh fruit juice, Colombian coffee, and hearty meals made from market-fresh ingredients. The hotel offers coffee tasting sessions with premium beans from San Alberto Estate. Nearby dining options include Carmine's Italian Restaurant and local cafes in the San Diego neighborhood.
Leisure & Activities
The hotel has an outdoor swimming pool, a rooftop lounge, and a garden. Guests can join salsa or champeta dance classes, cigar rolling sessions, or rum tastings. Yoga classes and massages, including hot stone therapy, are available. Walking tours explore Cartagena's historic sites, such as the Gold Museum and San Pedro Claver Church.
Location & Access
The hotel is in Cartagena's old town, a short walk from Plaza de Santo Domingo, Plaza de Bolívar, and the Palace of the Inquisition. Nearby landmarks include Las Bóvedas (0.5 km) and the Sanctuary of Saint Peter Claver (0.5 km). Rafael Núñez International Airport is the closest airport.
Services & Events
A personal concierge assists with tailored experiences, including private boat charters to the Rosario Islands. The hotel hosts weddings, retreats, and corporate events, with an events coordinator handling catering and logistics. Services include airport transfers, hair and makeup arrangements, and wedding photography coordination. The rooftop pool area is available for private events.
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- No parking
- Safe deposit box
- Concierge desk
- No pets allowed
- 24-hour security
- Adults only
- Luggage storage
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key access
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Poolside snack bar
- Dinner
- Special diet menus
Business
- Fax/Photocopying
Spa & Leisure
- Rooftop pool
- Saltwater pool
- Heated swimming pool
- Beach umbrellas
- Sun loungers
- Garden area
- Public Bath
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Mini-bar
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Parquet floor