Open Sea Hotel Cartagena - Frente al mar

Cartagena beachfront hotel with outdoor pool and restaurant

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Located just 4.1 mi (6.6 km) from the airport, Open Sea Hotel Cartagena - Frente al mar offers a shuttle (available 24 hours). After splashing around at the outdoor pool, you can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. A rooftop terrace and a poolside bar are other highlights.
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free breakfast
  • Airport transfer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • On the beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Pool bar
  • Room service
  • Airport shuttle
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Water dispenser
  • Concierge services

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Pets allowed
  • Premium bedding
  • Outdoor swimming pools
$38 nightly
$38 total
Mar 27 - Mar 28

Room options

Showing 3 of 3 rooms
Shower, rainfall showerhead, towels, soap
Superior Double Room | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished
Superior Double Room | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished
Superior Double Room | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Superior Double Room

  • 237 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Standard Double Room | Bathroom | Shower, rainfall showerhead, towels, soap
Standard Double Room | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished
Standard Double Room | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished
Standard Double Room | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Standard Double Room

Wonderful
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
Family Room | Bathroom | Shower, rainfall showerhead, towels, soap
Family Room | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished
Family Room | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished
Family Room | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Family Room

  • 214 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Large Twin Bunk Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
39-21 Carrera 4, Cartagena, 130002

What's nearby

  • La Boquilla Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Las Americas International Convention Center - 6 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Cartagena de Indias Convention Center - 17 min drive - 10.2 km
  • Clock Tower - 17 min drive - 9.9 km
  • Bocagrande Beach - 23 min drive - 11.6 km

Getting around

  • Rafael Nunez Intl. Airport (CTG) - 13 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Juan Valdez Café - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Zona Norte - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante ERRE de Ramón Freixa - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Blas El Teso Bar Restaurante - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Open Sea Hotel Cartagena - Frente al mar

Located just 4.1 mi (6.6 km) from the airport, Open Sea Hotel Cartagena - Frente al mar offers a shuttle (available 24 hours). After splashing around at the outdoor pool, you can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. A rooftop terrace and a poolside bar are other highlights.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 18 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM
    • Express check-out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • Parents must have child's birth certificate and photo ID*
    • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets allowed (1 total)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Pets must be supervised

Internet

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

Parking

    • No onsite parking

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast each morning 7:30 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Poolside bar
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Water dispenser

What to do

  • On the beach
  • Skydiving nearby
  • Ziplining nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Luggage storage
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • Rooftop terrace
  • Television in common areas
  • An outdoor pool
  • Bicycle parking
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Local culture & ecosystem education
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Closed captioned TV
  • No elevator (single level property)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch LED TV
  • Premium satellite channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower only
  • Soap and shampoo
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi (speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))

Food and drink

  • Meal delivery service
  • Griddle

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Cleaning supplies

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: COP 50 per person, per stay

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • You may be required to pay the following charge at the property: Colombia Value-Added Tax (VAT) at 19%. A VAT exemption is available to travelers who present a valid passport and tourist visa showing they are not a resident of Colombia and who pay using a foreign card or via a bank transfer from outside Colombia. This exemption applies only to tourist package bookings (accommodation plus other travel services).

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of COP 13000 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • 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.

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of COP 60000 per pet, per stay

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche
Cashless transactions are available.
Property Registration Number 222319

Also known as

Open Sea Hotel Cartagena Hotel
Open Sea Hotel Cartagena Cartagena
Open Sea Hotel Cartagena Hotel Cartagena

Frequently asked questions

Is there a pool at Open Sea Hotel Cartagena - Frente al mar?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Open Sea Hotel Cartagena - Frente al mar?

Yes, pets are welcome, with a limit of 1 total. There's a charge of COP 60000 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at Open Sea Hotel Cartagena - Frente al mar?

Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Open Sea Hotel Cartagena - Frente al mar.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Open Sea Hotel Cartagena - Frente al mar?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is COP 13000 per vehicle one-way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Open Sea Hotel Cartagena - Frente al mar?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out is available.

Is there an onsite casino at Open Sea Hotel Cartagena - Frente al mar?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Rio Cartagena Casino (18-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Open Sea Hotel Cartagena - Frente al mar and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like skydiving and ziplining. Open Sea Hotel Cartagena - Frente al mar also has an outdoor pool.

Are there restaurants at or near Open Sea Hotel Cartagena - Frente al mar?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around Open Sea Hotel Cartagena - Frente al mar like?

Open Sea Hotel Cartagena - Frente al mar is in La Boquilla, a short 1-minute walk from La Boquilla Beach.

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Open Sea Hotel Cartagena - Frente al mar Reviews

7.6

Good

7.8

Cleanliness

7.4

Amenities

8.6

Staff & service

7.0

Property conditions & facilities
Verified

2/10 Poor

Horrible
Alan, 6-night trip
Verified

2/10 Poor

This property may be acceptable only for travelers with extremely low expectations. Anyone expecting even a basic level of professionalism should avoid it. Almost every part of my stay reflected poor maintenance, misleading advertising, and a lack of essential guest care. The airport pickup was stressful; the driver only sent the last three digits of the license plate, making him nearly impossible to find. The room lacked basic essentials such as toilet paper, soap, and—most inconveniently—WiFi. It also looked nothing like the photos: everything was worn, neglected, and even the sink was loose. The pool is tiny, and the advertised “pool bar” does not exist. The only option is buying a single can of beer at reception. Guests arriving after midnight may be left outside for up to 20 minutes because the night guard sleeps. Breakfast is served with extremely loud salsa music, with no consideration for resting guests. The beach photos are also misleading. The real beach is cluttered with old canopy structures and scattered litter, nothing like the clean shoreline shown online. I booked two nights but left after the first and preferred to lose my money rather than stay longer. I did not eat the breakfast, as the overall hygiene was so poor that I did not want to risk getting sick. In short, this property does not deliver what it advertises and is not suitable for travelers who expect reliability, comfort, hygiene, or even basic professionalism.
Linda, 2-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

El servicio de TV es muy deficiente por decir inexistente y aunque el hotel tiene una buena tarifa, tienen problemas con los sanitarios que hacen desagradable la estadia.
Carlos, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Hotel muito bom
João M, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Muy bello y la vista muy agradable
Vanesa, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Muy tranquilo, con acceso directo a la playa. Cómodo, y agradable
Saul, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Los administradores son Excelentes personas siempre atentas y serviciales
Donovan, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

muy lindo todo y super amables las personas que trabajan ahí
Gabriela Arely Linares, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Las habitaciones son pequeñas y no hay donde guardar o colgar las cosas, aunque si es muy limpio
Liliana, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Hotel frente a la playa, solo que no tiene agua caliente y los cuartos son muy pequeños
Liliana, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Ramon, 4-night trip