Hotel Caribe by Faranda Grand, a member of Radisson Individuals

5.0 star property
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Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Ocean View

Reviews

8.6 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast included
  • Pool

Explore the area

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Carrera 1a No 2-87, Cartagena, Bolivar, 130001
  • Bocagrande Beach
    1 min walk
  • Centro Comercial Nao
    3 min walk
  • Rio Cartagena Casino
    4 min walk
  • Cartagena (CTG-Rafael Núñez Intl.)
    21 min drive

Room options

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

  • 59 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Ocean View

  • 80 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Double Beds (City or Courtyard View)

  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking

  • 89 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Ocean View

  • 89 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • 59 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Family Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

  • 67 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Ocean View

  • 69 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking

  • 30 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (City or Garden View)

  • 41 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Ocean View

  • 41 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, City View

  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (City or Garden View)

  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Cartagena

With a stay at Hotel Caribe by Faranda Grand, a member of Radisson Individuals in Cartagena (Bocagrande), you'll be steps from Bocagrande Beach and 3 minutes by foot from Centro Comercial Nao. .This beach hotel is 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from Clock Tower and 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from Cartagena de Indias Convention Center.

What's nearby

  • Bocagrande Beach - 1 min walk
  • Clock Tower - 6 min drive
  • Cartagena de Indias Convention Center - 6 min drive
  • San Felipe de Barajas Castle - 7 min drive
  • Port of Cartagena - 12 min drive

Getting around

  • Rafael Nunez Intl. Airport (CTG) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kanuu Restautant (InterContinental) - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Cilantro Cevicheria & Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Pool Bar Intercontinental - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Kiosco El Bony - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Italian Pizza & Pasta - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Hotel Caribe by Faranda Grand, a member of Radisson Individuals

Sun-drenched luxury just steps from Bocagrande Beach
Hotel Caribe by Faranda Grand, a member of Radisson Individuals offers 363 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Select Comfort beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries.

This Cartagena hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

3 outdoor swimming pools and 2 spa tubs are on site. In addition to a children's pool, other recreational amenities include a health club and a sauna.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include facials, body scrubs, and manicures and pedicures. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a spa tub, a steam room, and Turkish bath/hammam.

The spa is open select days. Children under 17 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision. Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Make yourself at home in one of the 363 air-conditioned rooms featuring heated floors and flat-screen televisions. Your Select Comfort bed comes with Egyptian cotton sheets. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Conveniences include phones, as well as laptop-compatible safes and desks.
Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages and facials. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, which include 3 outdoor swimming pools, 2 spa tubs, and a health club. Additional amenities at this Colonial hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge).
Enjoy international cuisine at Pedro Heredia Restaurant, one of the hotel's 4 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Snacks are also available at the coffee shop/cafe. Relax with a refreshing drink at the bar/lounge, the beach bar, or one of 2 poolside bars. A complimentary full breakfast is served daily.
Featured amenities include a business center, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Planning an event in Cartagena? This hotel has 3444 square feet (320 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and 9 meeting rooms. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free valet parking is available onsite.
Guests are offered a complimentary full breakfast each morning.
Pedro Heredia Restaurant - Overlooking the pool, this buffet restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
India Catalina Restaurant - This restaurant overlooks the pool. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.
Oh Caribe! Restaurant - This beachfront restaurant specializes in seafood and serves lunch only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open select days.
Karibukay Sushi Bar - This sushi bar specializes in Asian cuisine. Open daily.
24-hour room service is available.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and public transport

  • Free secured, uncovered self-parking on site
  • Free secured, uncovered valet parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Airport shuttle on request

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily
  • 4 restaurants and 1 coffee shop/cafe
  • 2 poolside bars, 1 beach bar, 1 swim-up bar and 1 bar
  • 24-hour room service

Restaurants on site

  • Pedro Heredia Restaurant
  • India Catalina Restaurant
  • Oh Caribe! Restaurant
  • Karibukay Sushi Bar

Things to do

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • 2 hot tubs
  • Arcade/games room
  • Art gallery
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Designer shops
  • Evening entertainment
  • Fitness centre
  • Full-service spa
  • Mini golf
  • Playground
  • Private picnics
  • Sauna
  • Shopping
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/games room
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Free cots/infant beds
  • In-room childcare (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini golf
  • Playground
  • Fridge
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • ATM/banking services
  • Lift
  • Front-desk safe
  • Gift shop/newsstand

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry-cleaning service
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference space (3444 square feet)
  • Meeting rooms - 9

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Free pool cabanas
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool sunloungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Facials
  • Manicures and pedicures
  • Massages
  • Reflexology
  • Sauna
  • Spa open selected days
  • Hot tub
  • Steam room
  • Turkish bath/hammam

Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Pool access ramp on site
  • Step-free path to entrance
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicle
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs available on site

More

  • Beach towels
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Romance packages available
  • Smoke-free property
  • TV in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Premium bedding
  • Select comfort bed

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower/bath combination
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV
  • TV channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Fridge

More

  • Desk
  • Heated floors
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Phone
  • Slippers
  • Soundproofing
  • Turndown service

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

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 must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 30 per pet, per night
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 22 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 11 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • You may be required to pay VAT (19%) at the property. Nonresident travelers 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 have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 25 per person (one way)
  • Pet fee: USD 30 per pet, per night
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a security system
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Property Registration Number RNT 4253

We should mention

If you are traveling with a child your property may require you to present the following documents: Parents traveling into Colombia with a child under 18 may be required to present the child's birth certificate and photo ID (passport for non-Columbian citizens) upon check-in. If a relative or legal guardian is traveling into Colombia with the child, that relative or legal guardian may be required to present a notarized consent of travel signed by both parents and a copy of both parents' ID. If only one parent is traveling into Colombia with the child, that parent may be required to present a notarized consent of travel signed by the other parent. Visitors who plan to travel with children should consult with a Colombian consulate office prior to travel for further guidance.
Pool access available from 8 AM to 8:00 PM
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa, and guests under 17 years old are only allowed with adult supervision

Property is also known as

Caribe Cartagena
Caribe Hotel
Hotel Caribe Faranda Cartagena
Hotel Caribe Cartagena
Caribe Hotel Cartagena
Hotel Caribe Faranda
Caribe Faranda Cartagena
Caribe Faranda
Hotel Caribe by Faranda Grand
Hotel Caribe by Faranda Grand a member of Radisson Individuals

Hotel Caribe by Faranda Grand, a member of Radisson Individuals Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 550 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 288 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 87 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 36 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 41 out of 1002 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place, about 1 mile from the walled city. Easy $5-10 Uber. Easy walk to the ocean, great pool, animals for children, playground, solid gym. Breakfast included, can go into town for wonderful meals. Impeccable service at all times—highly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jorge Eliecer

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Sandra

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No wifi no luz, food is bad waitresses not serve coffee not anything I don’t like at all never came back
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Eric

Travelled with group
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
So old moldy broken cracked bathroom No hot water nonexistent Cool property animals pool shade birds Good food Beach private area Games spa
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emilia, Sparks

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome place and staff was wonderful
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Ruth, Brooklyn

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were all friendly, nice, helpful and polite. Jose Castillo was superb and there was an older person at the restaurant tall and slim that went out of his way to please us for our breakfast. The building we stayed in was ok, however our bedroom needed to be cleaned. I walked once without my shoes and my feet were all black underneath. You can feel the dirt. The bathroom shower was dirty as well. I had to go buy sandals to be able to take a shower. One unique thing they did was that my friend was celebrating her birthday and when we came to the room they had a birthday cake for her. That was very sweet and special. I rate them with an overall 7 points, because the room we stayed in did not seemed to go with the rest of the beautiful buildings. I humbly suggest that rooms be inspected and/or the bathroom need some remodeling.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Freddy

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We were on vacation in December last year and everything was perfect. Now we have been there for a week, we traveled from New York and another family of friends from Chile. The experience this time was very bad and these are the points that made us most uncomfortable: 1. They gave us a dirty room, the fridge was empty and when my wife asked them about the room and the fridge they told her she had to wait until the next day. 2. My friend from Chile asked for chicken grile and that please be breast and the waiter told her that that decision was up to the Chef. 3.We go to the restaurant for dinner and the waiter, an elderly man, comes reluctantly to serve us and does not give us all the options on the menu, as if he wanted us to not eat anything and leave. 4. I go to deliver the towels and the person in charge tells me that if I didn't deliver them on time, then I would be parked as if I had stolen them. 5. A waitress who was there at the time argued with me saying that we Latinos pay attention to things that don't matter and that the rules of the hotel must be enforced. My conclusion: Is it really a 5 star hotel, or are they lying to us, this service and these things never happen in a real 5 star hotel where we have been in the USA and other countries. Never an employee such as a waitress should argue with any guest. Never in any 5 star hotel do they go after guests for a towel. The rooms should never be dirty and the refrigerator or mini bar should never be empty.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is pretty centrally located. Tons of food options within walking distance. In the evening, the pick up for chiva buses is directly across the street. The rooms ac did not work properly but they accommodated and offered to switch us to a different room. We declined and requested fans and it solved the problem. The food and drinks were delicious! Breakfast was very good! We saw tons of animals roaming the property. My son held a sloth that kept coming to visit the pool area. Everyone of the staff members are seen working hard all day and are extremely polite and helpful. If I return to Cartagena again with my family if 4, I would return to Hotel Caribe. The pools were perfect for the kids!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Johana

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is beautiful. I loved the rainforest vibe. I have it 4 stars because several outlets did not work in our room and compared to other rooms our group reserved, ours did not have a rug and was outdated.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff was super attentive and helpful in every way.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Bradley

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here for three days on a family trip. Our kids loved the wildlife on site and the pools. The restaurant near the pool has decent food. Overall, the hotel is in a good location and the history of the building itself is fascinating.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Alexandria

Travelled with partner
No hot water!! AC blows low capacity and not cold air. Had to use fan to circulate air which got us sick at end of trip. Had to change room 3 times before getting a decent room, without hot water and poor AC. Subpar check in. Only good thing is breakfast and pool was decent. Some staff very nice. Otherwise, would not go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Jose

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incident where we brought pizza to hotel and were made to eat it in room, not in common areas (outside of restaurant areas). This was wrong and disrespectful.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yanixa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very kind and professional. Good was great. Hotel very clean. Pool big and clean. Everything was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Every single person from the moment we walked in and Enrique greeted us to the help and kindness we received from Caesar, Edwin, Bryan, and Juan Paul just to name a few, provided us with exceptional service and made our stay an incredible one! I would hands down stay here again! 10/10!!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rafael

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
👍
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniela

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love this place
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tameka

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Caribe is an amazing hotel! I was apprehensive about booking this hotel based on several bad reviews that I read. I'm here to tell you to BOOK IT NOW! The hotel is a historic jewel. It has a vintage vibe that may be off-putting for some but what it lacks in modernization it makes up for in amenities. The rooms are not fancy but they are clean, comfortable, and a decent size. The grounds, however, are totally glorious! The landscaping is beautifully manicured, there are several amazing pools and hot tubs, the dining area is picturesque, the breakfast buffet is tasty, the staff are attentive, and the property is practically a zoo for well kept exotic animals. There is not a better resort in Colombia for this price point. I plan on returning to Colombia just to stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Raymundo Rodolfo

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There was a lots of small animals, birds, small deer’s parrots of all colors it was beautiful and under control. It was really nice!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good compound with animals gardens pool dining spa
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Juvyann

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Me and Family enjoy our stay at Hotel Caribe. Staff are all really nice and helpful and we feel safe in the area. So Happy that i picked this hotel for our family mini vacation.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Ronda

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff beautiful property - bathrooms outdated but clean - restaurants need better selections but overall I would visit again
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

luis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Abasifreke

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great time at this hotel resort. Great amenities and amazing breakfast. Cannot wait to come back!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024