Sophia Hotel

4.0 star property
4-star hotel near Bocagrande Beach

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Terrace/patio
Terrace/patio
Junior Double Room, 1 King Bed
Junior Double Room, 1 King Bed
City view from property

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet-friendly
  • Room service
  • Laundry

Explore the area

Map
Calle 32 No. 4-45 Plaza de la Aduana, Centro, Cartagena, 130001
  • Clock Tower
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Walls of Cartagena
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Cartagena de Indias Convention Center
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Cartagena (CTG-Rafael Núñez Intl.)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

  • 42 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Family Room

  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed, Terrace

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

Junior Double Room, 1 King Bed

  • 50 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Cartagena

Cartagena Walled City stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Cartagena Walled City hotel, you'll find Clock Tower and Walls of Cartagena. Republik Bank and Plaza de San Pedro Claver are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Bolivar Square - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Clock Tower - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Walls of Cartagena - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Cartagena de Indias Convention Center - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Bocagrande Beach - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Rafael Nunez Intl. Airport (CTG) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Plaza de Bolívar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪El Baron - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪El Baluarte San Francisco - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Crepes & Waffles - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Plaza Santa Teresa - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Sophia Hotel

4-star hotel near Bocagrande Beach
Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a business center and a meeting room. A rooftop terrace, a library, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Sophia Hotel. A shuttle from the airport to the hotel (available 24 hours) is available for a fee.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Cartagena hotel.

  • 15 guestrooms or units
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Business facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
Sophia Hotel offers 15 accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Beds feature premium bedding. 40-inch LED televisions come with premium satellite channels. Bathrooms include showers, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • 24-hour airport pick-up shuttle on request for a surcharge

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Library

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LED TV with premium satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: COP 150000
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: COP 150000
Express check-out available

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 will receive an email 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: COP 80000 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 40 lbs per pet)
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children stay free when using existing bedding. Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for COP 100000.0 per day.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • 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've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: COP 55000 per vehicle (maximum occupancy 3)
  • Pet fee: COP 80000 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: COP 150000 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: COP 150000 (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: COP 100000.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Visitors traveling with a child may be required by the property to present the following documents: At check-in, parents traveling into Colombia with a child under 18 may be obligated to present the child's birth certificate and photo ID (passport for non-Columbian citizens). If a relative or legal guardian is traveling into Colombia with the child, that relative or legal guardian may be obligated to present a notarized consent of travel signed by both parents, along with 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 planning to travel with children should consult a Colombian consulate office in advance of travel for additional guidance.
  • Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Sophia Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 441 out of 543 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 70 out of 543 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 543 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 543 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 543 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Catherin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sophia Hotel was the ideal stay in Cartagena. Conveniently located to several restaurants, museums, and the dock for travel to the islands around Cartagena. The staff were helpful and polite, and I felt comfortable staying alone and walking alone in the area, even at night.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kanisha

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location! Excellent friendly staff! Would stay there again for sure.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Nicholas William

Liked: Amenities
Sophia Hotel was a great hotel, all the staff were amazing and I will be back to stay there again
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard Luc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service, friendly staff, great bkfst. Nice rooms. Excellent location.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gaston

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Andriy

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

steven

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was overall pretty good. Nice spot to hang out upstairs by the pool, that's why we booked the hotel. Very disappointing when late one night they knocked on our door to tell us the roof was closed the next day for a private function. If we had known earlier we could at least have booked something else for that day. So overall very poor service. Also, hotel is extremely loud. Can hear everything from the hall including hotel staff clanging glasses and moving boxes at all hours. Moving furniture on the roof was also very loud in our room. With so many options in the area id skip this hotel unless you like being woken up by loud noises at all hours.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luz Marina

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keith, Valley Center

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
In the walled city. Shopping and restraunts nearby. Hotel restraunt and room service good. Very clean
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liliana, Houston

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is well located, excellent service, and a delicious, varied and nutritious breakfast. We want to highlight the attention of Belquis during breakfast, who always greeted us with a smile and patience, addressing our needs. And Lucelys Ruiz, who provided us with accurate advice when booking the tour to Islas del Rosario. We highly recommend the hotel; it was a delightful experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Monica

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
The customer service is great at this property. The hotel needs a few upgrades. There was no way to contact the room service/front desk besides having physically go to the front desk. We went on this trip with some friends and we both had the same room. Our room did not have a refrigerator so we could not keep any cold drinks. It was very loud so if you are looking for a hotel for relaxation I would keep looking. Previously we stayed at different resort away from the city but this time we stayed in the city... more than likely wont be staying in the city again. pros; customer service, breakfast is good, friendly employees cons; when you walk outside the hotel it smells like urine, difficult to get in contact with room service/front desk

10/10 Excellent

Saade

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

8/10 Good

Fabiana

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lyubov

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Kirbysa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sophia Hotel is ideally located within walking distance to everything! Taxis and horse/buggy are usually lined up right outside the hotel’s door. Its location is more conveniently located closer to nightlife, the local activity and restaurants than many other brand name or more advertised hotels. The staff are wonderful and their rooftop allows a daytime escape from the hustle and bustle when needed. The rooms are well maintained but you have to be aware that mosquitoes exist even in an AC room. Its location is very safe! I would definitely recommend and return to this boutique hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Insoo, Jericho

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracey, Highland Beach

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Herbert

Business traveller, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel staff there great people definitely will be back
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justin John

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff in the dinning room is amazing
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Esi

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely beautiful clean hotel! I had the best view. It was close to everything. The staff and food was amazing as well. i’d definitely stay here again :)
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

JOE

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Vanessa, Killeen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pro: location, breakfast was excelent and restaurant staff was super friendly and profesional. Best coffe in Cartagena at the restaurant Con: no VIP ameneties, front desk personnel were lost, I reserve a junior suite with king bed and they gave us a queen bed, so I ask to be change of room with a king bed and the front desk guy make sound like it was an upgrade but it wasn't because a pay for that king bed.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenifer

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, comfortable, great location, amazing rooftop bar.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel and staff are very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024