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Charming 2 BR Apart. in Heart of Colonial Cartagena, Colombia

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The building, from the Inquisition Museum
Dining room, kitchen, terrace and livingroom
Dining room, terrace and livingroom
Dining room
Livingroom and terrace

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Cartagena de Indias, Bolivar
  • Place, Clock Tower
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Walls of Cartagena
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Cartagena de Indias Convention Center
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cartagena (CTG-Rafael Núñez Intl.)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 1 Single Futon

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Charming 2 BR Apart. in Heart of Colonial Cartagena, Colombia

This apartment is ideally located in the heart of magnificent colonial Cartagena, which is a very safe area. It's a stone-throw from the 16th century cathedral and also where Sir Francis Drake lived when he captured the city.

Within walking distance: fine restaurants, museums, churches, the beautiful streets of Cartagena, and its fortifications. A bit further out, requiring a taxi ride, the spectacular San Felipe fort and La Popa mountain-top monastery.

The apartment itself is well appointed and decorated, ideal for two couples. The building has a lap pool at street level as well as a roof-top sunning and lounging area. It has a doorman at all times.

The cleaning lady can be hired to cook lunch and clean the apartment, make beds, etc.

If you are looking for a day at the beach in the islands, we can help arrange private boat rentals to take you to Tierra Bomba or Rosario Islands. This is a good way to visit different beaches and spend the day or the afternoon in a Beach Club.

If you need additional information or assistance with other services such as massages or professional chef at home do not hesitate to contact me. I am always happy to help so you can have an incredible experience in the city.

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
8 guests maximum, no loud noice past 10 pm
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
NO PARTIES ALLOWED. All guests must be registered to enter the apartment.
Will need full names and Id numbers for all guests.
Sex tourism strictly prohibited

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 272159
Property # 272159vb
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: 8 guests maximum, no loud noice past 10 pm
Long-term renters welcome
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Cartagena

Located by the sea, this apartment is in Cartagena Walled City, a neighbourhood in Cartagena. Clock Tower and Cartagena Cathedral are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Bodeguita Dock and Los Pegasos Dock. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Jaime Moron Stadium or Nuevo Bosque Softball Stadium. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving, snorkelling and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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Cartagena de Indias, Bolivar

What's nearby

  • San Pedro Claver Church and Convent - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Clock Tower - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Bolivar Square - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Walls of Cartagena - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Cartagena de Indias Convention Center - 3 min walk - 0.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Donde Fidel - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Hard Rock Cafe Cartagena - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪EL BARÓN - Café & Liquor Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Época - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Nia Bakery Coffee Shop & Cocktails - ‬1 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Charming 2 BR Apart. in Heart of Colonial Cartagena, Colombia have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include exercise/lap pools.

Is Charming 2 BR Apart. in Heart of Colonial Cartagena, Colombia pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming 2 BR Apart. in Heart of Colonial Cartagena, Colombia?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming 2 BR Apart. in Heart of Colonial Cartagena, Colombia?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming 2 BR Apart. in Heart of Colonial Cartagena, Colombia located?

Located in Cartagena Walled City, this apartment building is within a 5-minute walk of Republik Bank and Clock Tower. Cartagena de Indias Convention Center and Bocagrande Beach are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 62 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 62 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 62 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 62 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 62 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Alison C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Wonderful communication. Everything you need for a few days in the city. We really enjoyed the balcony and watching the parrots - very relaxing spot to see after a day of sightseeing.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maria V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location Apartment clean I will recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Siobhan G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location

Beautiful location
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Malik B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Location

Excellent location in the Walled City! Enjoyed the Afro-Colombian drums and dancers across the street at Bolivar Park each day of our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location, spacious, comfortable, safe, & beautiful!

We loved our week stay here! Marta is an incredible help and perhaps the nicest host we have ever had, and we have had exceptional experiences with VRBO. The apartment has everything one could need to be at home while on vacation, and there is nowhere else in the city I would have preferred to stay. Thank you for allowing us to stay, and we hope to return soon!
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diana M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enchanting flat in perfect location

Marta was so helpful and the building staff. We loved every minute in this beautiful place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Monika L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful location!

We loved our stay here. The pool was lovely, beds comfortable and it was centrally located. We felt very safe here. The apartment was basic but suited our needs perfectly. The air conditioning in the bedrooms was welcomed after a long day.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Sandra E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Killer Location!

Fabulous property in killer location. Inconsistent hot water and power were only challenge, but maintenance team was very responsive.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jan, 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words! Regarding the issue with the electricity, as you knew it was an external matter unrelated to the apartment or the building itself. It was caused by a problem in the old city wiring system in the square in front of the apartment. Thankfully, the electricity company resolved it the same day, and everything has been working regularly since then. We were fully attentive throughout the process, doing everything within our power to help. We truly appreciate your understanding. Thank you again, and best regards!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vickie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay

We loved the apartment! Marta was to quick to respond and any issue was quickly resolved. Location was great and apartment was so comfortable. We loved the balcony and the pool was so nice to cool off in the afternoon.I would not hesitate to recommend this rental
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bradley N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location, facilities and staff.

The location was great. Very spacious apartment. Nice view from the well-appointed balcony. The staff were very helpful and friendly.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cartagena Ironman week

We stayed at the property for a full week. What a great place. Marta was very responsive if we had questions. Very easy to get around in the walled city and the apartment has a doorman and we felt very safe. The race festivities were just blocks away along with wonderful cafes and restaurants.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely perfect location!

This apartment was perfect! The location was close to everything in the middle of the walled city. The apartment had everything we needed. The pool was great after a day of exploring. The views were incredible! Couldn’t possibly have been happier! Highly recommend
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jose F.

Location and View

The location of this beautiful apartment is perfect for exploring Cartagena. We walked all over the city and never had a problem. The balcony has a beautiful view of flowers and an old church. We never got tired of looking out as we sat there every evening. The apartment was perfect for two couples. The owner was easy to communicate throughout. There is a lady that can come everyday to clean up and do laundry except for Sunday and holidays.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar, 2020
Teresa (Mimi) and José Fernández, Thank you for your comments. I´m happy you enjoyed it! Jaime
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Trisha S.

Great Rental, Better than the photos!

Great rental, with a great view, you will find yourself staying out on the lanai most of the time. We truly enjoyed our time staying at the apartment. Everything worked properly, its very clean, comfortable, has everything you need, the staff down stairs is always pleasant, the building is very secure. Make sure you make it up to the roof deck, there is a perfect 360 view of the old city, the location is great. I highly recommend the restaurants at the Santa Clara Hotel, have breakfast at the main restaurant, there is a pair of wonderful Tucans, that come to your table, besides the food is incredible, the breads are amazing. There are many wonderful boutique hotels around, you can go in for cocktails or a bite to eat. I would always stay in this apartment in Cartagena, the place and owner are great! Wishing you the wonderful time I experienced, Cheers!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fj C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exceeded Every Expectation

We could not have been more pleased with this charming apartment in Cartagena from the original art to the stunning view from the balcony, comfortable beds, air conditioned bedrooms and the ground floor pool. It was delightful. We stayed mid-January to mid-March with temps between 85 and 90 degrees and high humidity. Multiple ceiling fans and and open layout with balmy breezes was a daily plus. Our host Marta could not have been more welcoming, responsive and accommodating. She is a delightful person. Aydee and Victor our two on-site support staff were there when we needed them and very accepting of our minimal Spanish. We stayed for two months and were sad to leave. Thank you for our outstanding Cartagena experience. Jill & Dana
Stayed 58 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

William B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Perfect downtown location in classic colonial setting.

Location is excellent. Ideal for exploring city center on foot. Apartment in rear of building with view was quieter than street side. Main building provided 24 hour security with courteous doorman. However, some doors and windows in apartment could not be properly secured. Some amenities not working or not usable as advertised in listing. Property manager very responsive to problems that maintenance man could repair. Maintenance man provided excellent service when he could. Overall, apartment while old, has colonial city charm. While clean, food and some out of date items from previous tenants should have been removed.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our small family (couple and young child) really enjoyed our stay here. The front desk staff were friendly and helpful. The location across from Plaza Simon Bolivar is, in our opinion, one of the best in the old city, for several reasons: there is abundant tree shade, there are daily music and dance performances, and it feels slightly less touristy than many other plazas. We always knew we were getting close to home when we saw the trees.Marta was a friendly and helpful host. I asked her for tips on finding a local babysitter, and she connected me with her trusted maintenance guy, who set us up with an evening of babysitting with his young adult daughter. It was perfect! Our little one (3 yrs) loved the balcony space. We slept well with the room ACs. If you are especially wary of mosquitos, you should know that there are no window screens in the apartment. We did see (and squish) a couple of mosquitos. However, with the side windows open, there is usually a wonderful strong breeze.Despite the rest of the living space being exposed to humidity 24/7, it was, I think, as clean as could possibly be, based on my experience of living in a similar climate as a child. That said, the floors always left our bare feet a little dirty; but maybe that's to be expected with city air coming in the windows.The pool downstairs is quite the shady oasis. We found the water to be rather chilly. But, hard to complain about cold water in Cartagena!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Theresa W.

A charming apartment in the heart of the walled city, perfect for exploring the magic of Cartagena

I have visited Cartagena many times, always wanting to come back to enjoy the magic of this special city. This visit is one of my favorite thanks to our stay at this charming apartment, located right in the middle of the walled city. The place is very nicely appointed with interesting art and everything you need for a lovely stay. Both rooms are comfortable with air conditioning and en suite bathrooms. You will find lots of reference books on the history and architecture of this amazing city. Aydé, the housekeeper, is very, very kind; it is a real treat to find everything clean and organized when you come back from exploring the city. There is a small pool in the ground floor, perfect for relaxing after a warm day. But my favorite place must have been the lanai with its hammock and lovely view of the San Pedro Claver Church (do not miss visiting this church's courtyard, pure magic). The apartment is also located near the small but beautiful Museo del Oro, the Palacio de la Inquisición and plenty of delicious restaurants, cafés and bars. The owners have put together a very useful list of recommendations. I would love to come back to this charming place! TW
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar, 2020
I'm overjoyed you had a great stay! Jaime (and do come back)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori F.

Love in the Time of Cartagena

Staying at Jaime's apartment was magical--you are living outdoors, with the beautiful balcony and all the windows. Though it was hot and humid in Cartagena, we never used the air conditioning. The temperatures cooled at night and there was always a breeze. The apartment has tile floors throughout and ceiling fans in every room to move the air. The apartment is located on Plaza Bolivar, the prettiest plaza in the city. Each morning, I got a cup of coffee and sat in the plaza and watched the city come to life. At night, the plaza bursts into activity with music and dancing. The apartment itself is a perfect location in the building, with the balcony facing the side of the building away from the noise of the plaza. Both bedrooms were very pretty and each had its own full bath with a large shower. The building has a doorperson 24 hours a day and is totally safe. Don't miss watching the sunset from the rooftop of the building. In one direction you see the steeple of the cathedral. In the other direction, you see the surreal spectacle of the high rises of Bocagrande. The sun sets over the Caribbean and the skies turn dusty pink as the lights of the city come up. You may feel you're living in a Gabriel Garcia Marquez novel.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2018
Verified

4/10 Poor

Janet L.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication

Pleasant apartment, fantastic location, but management horrible

This is a pleasant apartment, and the location couldn’t be better, but the management was really unresponsive and bad. Unfortunately, I was not communicating with the owner, who is apparently unwell, but with someone else. Problems started when I tried to book. I got an automated message authorizing it right away, but I had some questions. These took days to answer. Then I tried to book using the email I was sent, but maybe because so much time had passed, it double booked me and locked me out. I sent repeated messages to the owner to fix it, and called vrbo, who called them with no response. This took at least another day to resolve. We were sent an address, but no instructions as to where it is located. Apparently there are names as well as numbers for streets, and things are generally identified by landmarks. We arrived around 1 a.m. and the taxi driver couldn’t find the place. We drove around and around for more than half an hour looking and trying to call the owner. The manager finally answered and said it was on the Plaza Bolivar, a main plaza. We had to pay the taxi extra because of failure to send any kind of directions,
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ALCEU C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Semana férias culturao

Excelente. Marta pessoa fácil e com bom senso. Voltaremos no apartamento dela.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ricardo R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

En el corazón de Cartagena

Completo apartamento colonial con años de uso y necesidad de mantenimiento en perfecta ubicación
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amber P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay!

Perfect location right in the heart of the old city with everything you need at the apartment.
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Apr, 2020
Excellent guest!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wertz W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best apt in Cartagena

Great location, incredible views, friendly and helpful doorpeople and housekeeper. Airy rooms with interesting art and a/c in bedrooms. Lap pool. Kitchen could be updated, but was totally functional. All in all, a great place to stay!
Stayed 30 nights in Feb 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rik E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cosy apartment in the heart of the historic district

Very nice apartment centrally located in the heart of the old city. Just step out the front door and it’s all there. Nicely decorated, and fully equipped. Safe and secure. Carlos, one of the doormen was very helpful throughout our stay. First time in Cartagena and Colombia and we will definitely be back again.

About the host

Hosted by Marta Bruguera

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I’m Marta Bruguera, Spanish (Barcelona), but living in Bogotá since 2011. My husband’s family have this beautiful apartment in the heart of the colonial city of Cartagena. We are sure that you will enjoy your days here in our house.

Welcome to the city of vibrant colorful streets and gorgeous republican houses that has its own lively, tropical culture.

Enjoy Cartagena’s best creative restaurants, unique stores and iconic rainbow streets.

Why they chose this property

Colonial, walled, Cartagena is extraordinary - an intimate and magnificent experience. This building is located on the landmark Plaza de Bolívar, diagonal from the Inquisition Palace Museum, the XVIth Century Cathedral, and the Gold Museum.

What makes this property unique

The lanai of the apartment faces the beautiful dome and spires of San Pedro Claver Church. The building is on the central Plaza de Bolivar or Inquisition Square, although the apartment is on the quiet side of the building, not facing the sometimes noisy square. Ideal location for walking tours of this gem of a colonial city. The building has a lap pool and a sundeck.

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