The hotel was beautiful and other than the fact that they had just sprayed for bugs prior to our arrival and the odor was strong, I have no complaints about the hotel itself. What I did not like was the horses that surround the hotel that are malnourished, had open sores under their harnesses and are forced to cart around overweight tourists on uneven, pothole brick streets from morning till midnight. It makes me sick to my stomach.

Cartagena is one of the most beautiful cities in the world, but when you couple a city visit with the right hotel you get paradise. The Hotel Casa El Carretero was a collection of style, service and best of all comfort. I loved sucking in the afternoon sun as I watched the birds fly by on the rooftop pool.

The hotel has broadband access for free ...

Very nice hotel, beautiful rooms and excellent service. I loved the Old City with bright colors, decorated balconies and lovely colonial charm. There are many delightful corners, plazas and small squares where you can relax and have a drink. All within walking distance to the hotel. I had some of the best food ever in every restaurant we visited. ...

this is one of the best hotels i have ever stayed in!!!! the rooms are large, and very well appointed, the service is fantastic,
great breakfasts, beautiful rooftop pool
and deck with a restaurant and view of the city. the location is perfect!!!!!

Everything aout this hotel was top notch. From the rooms, service, location, facilities, everything met and exceeded all my expectations. They roof top pool, despite its small size is simply beautiful. definitly worth it.

If you go to Cartagena, I would recommend you stay in a Boutique Hotel. The big chain hotels like Santa Clara and Santa Teresa have lost their charm. They are expensive and services are not that great. The boutique hotels have all the amenities that the luxury hotels have, plus more. Many include breakfast and free internet access.

There are a few excellent ones in the Neighborhood of El Getsemani.

We were married at the Charleston In January, and the Hotel hosted all of our celebrations and took care of everything! We are very pleased with every aspect of the service, The food was wonderful, the rooms very comfortable, and the service was the best we ever received any where. All of our guest commented to us , that they thought the food and ...