Luxury & Comfort Steps from the Beach- 2 Pools! Family Friendly & Gourmet Cook!

3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6153 sq m

Popular amenities

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Gym

Air conditioning

Explore the area

Cartagena, Bolivar

La Boquilla Beach1 min walk
Las Americas International Convention Center4 min walk
Marbella Beach6 min drive
Cartagena (CTG-Rafael Núñez Intl.)9 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen

Balcony

Dining Area

About this property

Location: Contemporary apartment complex on the Northern Cartagena Beach of La Boquilla.

Located just 5 minutes from the International Airport, 300 yards from the renowned Las Americas Hotel and 10 minutes from the Colonial Walled City. Enjoy a relaxing day at the beach or take a 10 minute cab ride to the Walled City.

Home of the Nobel Laureate Gabriel Garcia Marquez, Cartagena was founded in 1533 and has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Elle Magazine raves: '...you can spend hours wandering through a maze of cobbled alleys framed by bougainvillea-lined balconies and fashionable shops and cafes. The streets are filled with pedestrians and horse-drawn carriages...'

The Condo: Located in the second floor, just steps away from the pools and beach. Wrap around balcony with 180 degree views of the beach.

Three bedrooms, two and a half baths, ample living and dining area, fully equipped kitchen, independently controlled mini split air conditioning in every room, two flat screen TVs and wireless broadband internet access. Fully equipped with towels and linens. Security lock-box. Daily cleaning service and cook included in rate.

The Building: Residents have access to three miles of beaches, two swimming pools, a complete exercise gym facility, 10,000 sq. yards of common areas with tropical gardens and private underground parking. 24 hour security with doormen at the main and beach entrances.

Conveniences: Attended by a individual housekeeper who will clean and cook at your convenience.

Keywords: Condominium, condo, swimming, beach, colonial

Property manager

Christian

Languages

English, French, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish

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Amenities

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Gym

Sea view

Kitchen

Washer

Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Guests are not allowed to invite other guests into the building or the apartment at any time, even for short period of time. NO EXCEPTIONS.

Guests should know that the housekeeper will be at the property daily to clean and will be available to prepare breakfast and lunch at guests request.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

You may be required to pay VAT (19%) at the property. This is included in the price displayed. 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 have included all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.

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

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

Safety features at this property include a deadlock

Property Registration Number 111743

We should mention

If you are travelling with a child, your property may require you to present the following documents: parents travelling into Colombia with a child under 18 may be required to present the child's birth certificate and photo ID (passport for non-Colombian citizens) at check-in. If a relative or legal guardian is travelling into Colombia with the child, that relative or legal guardian may be required to present a notarised consent of travel signed by both parents and 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 who plan to travel with children should consult with a Colombian consulate office prior to travel for further guidance.

About the area

Cartagena

Located on the beach, this condo is in La Boquilla, a neighbourhood in Cartagena. Walls of Cartagena and Clock Tower are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Bocagrande Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Jaime Moron Stadium or Estadio De Softbol De Chiquinquira. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and ecotours.

Cartagena, Bolivar

What's nearby

La Boquilla Beach - 1 min walk
Las Americas International Convention Center - 4 min walk
Marbella Beach - 6 min drive
Walls of Cartagena - 9 min drive
Cartagena de Indias Convention Center - 11 min drive

Getting around

Cartagena (CTG-Rafael Núñez Intl.) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

Juan Valdez Café - 9 min drive
Bar Restaurante Blas El Teso - 6 min walk
Cevicheria YIRETH - 9 min drive
Restaurante Chino Jhon King - 9 min drive
Restaurante Erre de Ramón Freixa - 3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Luxury & Comfort Steps from the Beach- 2 Pools! Family Friendly & Gourmet Cook! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Luxury & Comfort Steps from the Beach- 2 Pools! Family Friendly & Gourmet Cook! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Luxury & Comfort Steps from the Beach- 2 Pools! Family Friendly & Gourmet Cook!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxury & Comfort Steps from the Beach- 2 Pools! Family Friendly & Gourmet Cook!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Luxury & Comfort Steps from the Beach- 2 Pools! Family Friendly & Gourmet Cook! located?

Nestled on the beach, this La Boquilla condo is within a 5-minute walk of La Boquilla Beach and Las Americas International Convention Center. Marbella Beach and Crespo Linear Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

17 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

If the condo is available for your dates. Just go ahead and book! We had a wonderful trip to Cartagena and the place was perfect. Plenty of space with 3 bedrooms. Everything is very clean and the pool at the condo is great. Iraida is the housekeeper and she is the very best part of renting the condo. She is incredibly sweet and her cooking is truly amazing! The meals we had had at the condo were some of the best of the trip. She even made hand cut fries for our picky kids. She is lovely and takes care of so much that you really feel like you can relax and just be on vacation. The location is nice right on the water and beach. We took quick inexpensive Ubers into the old town, no problem. We would love to come back and we would love to stay here again! Christian the host was great with all his communication. Highly recommend this condo.

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brendan C.

2 Apr 2024

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

Wonderful beach vacation in Cartagena

This listing is just as advertised but so much more. The apartment is spacious and clean with a wonderful balcony, hammock and shared pool area. We even for a couple of workouts in at the gym. The gym is dated but it did the job. We had a few questions and our host got right back to us and our housekeeper was so sweet and hardworking. We asked for her to cook breakfast and she prepared a great meal for us each morning and we would reimburse her for groceries. We also had her stock some water and beer for us before we arrived as well. There are several small markets you can walk to for provisions and ATM's at a couple of the local hotels (we used the one at the Radisson and one at the Sonesta when we needed estra Pesos). We rented a tent for 100-120K ($25-30US) for beach days and had access to vendors for jet skis and wind surfing which was a hit for our 4 boys (17-22). There are lots of vendors that hit you up but a quick "no gracias" and they moved on. Other tourists told us that the beach vendors were relentless but we felt very comfortable in the north zone. We felt very safe and had a couple of dinners at local restaurants but most evenings we cabbed into the city which was a terrific experience. Cabs/Ubers were about $10 each way and our meals were outstanding and inexpensive compared to Chicago. For a table of 6 with cocktails, wine and appetizers and entrees, we never exceeded $320. The boys loved shopping and haggling as every price is negotiable.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Kathleen Mary M.

30 Mar 2024

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

Great if you're looking to be away from the hustle

This property was exactly as described. It's a great spot if you want beach, sun and quiet. Our group included two kids, two adults and grandma with mobility issues. In terms of the apartment itself, it was great for everyone except grandma. Although the building has an elevator and ramps to walk around, there was no way grandma coud get in or out of the pool and the furniture was fairly basic and very low to the ground, so difficult for her to be comfortable. Regardless though, it was a great home base and very modern and a much better option than an older construct in the walled city. There are a limited number of restaurants within walking distance which also proved to be a challenge for our particular group. But for abled-bodied folks who can tolerate the heat better than us, there are lots of options within 15 minutes walk. Otherwise, it's a taxi into town. All-in-all we had a wonderful stay in this apartment.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karelia G.

28 Oct 2023

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

AMAZING! WONDERFUL

Everything here is perfect! Let’s start the communication with Mr. Christian is 5 starts ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Mrs. Iraida Is no words to describe her, I would said something close to AMAZING, exceptionally person! I would rate her with all Starts ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ She is in top of everything, She cooks AMAZING , the property is always clean. She’s the real American dream. I HIGHLY recomend this place. The security of the building is wonderful. I definitely comeback for sure. Thanks 🙏 🙏🙏

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Liz R.

23 Sept 2023

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

Loved this place

Had an amazing time with my family. Iraida was amazing she cooked for us and it was delicious. I hope to come back here soon. I’d definitely recommend

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by Christian

I was born in Colombia and have been living in Washington DC for 40 + years.

Why they chose this property

I started coming to Cartagena on vacation since I was 4 years old. A lot has changed since then. A thriving historic center has emerged and declared historic patrimony by UNESCO. Music, literature and film festivals abound and new beaches have been opened to the public. Couldn't wait to own my own place in this city where I first fell in love and where my wife was born.

What makes this property unique

This is a contemporary building, right by the beach with all the amenities one might need for a relaxing vacation. When I first saw it I couldn't believe the beauty of the ocean views that can be enjoyed from wherever you are in the apartment.