GHL Arsenal Hotel

4.0 star property
4-star boutique hotel near Cartagena de Indias Convention Center

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Superior Double or Twin Room
Reception
Lobby sitting area
Front of property

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service

Explore the area

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Barrio Getsemani Calle Arsenal No 8B-58, Cartagena, Bolivar, 130001
  • Cartagena de Indias Convention Center
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Clock Tower
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Walls of Cartagena
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Cartagena (CTG-Rafael Núñez Intl.)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

Superior Double or Twin Room

  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room

  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Luxury Room (Bay View)

  • 24 sq m
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Luxury Room

  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Cartagena

Cartagena Walled City stay.With a stay at this Cartagena Walled City hotel, you'll be steps from Cartagena de Indias Convention Center and Cartagena's Pegasos's Wharf. Centenary Park and Plaza de la Trinidad are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Cartagena de Indias Convention Center - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Clock Tower - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Cartagena Cathedral - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Walls of Cartagena - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Bocagrande Beach - 2 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪San Nicolás - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Sierpe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪La Casa de Socorro - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Pascal - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Mar De Las Antillas - ‬2 min walk

About this property

GHL Arsenal Hotel

4-star boutique hotel near Cartagena de Indias Convention Center
GHL Arsenal Hotel offers its guests an outdoor pool and a fitness center. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A 24-hour business center and a meeting room are available. A rooftop terrace, spa services, and multilingual staff are also featured at the boutique GHL Arsenal Hotel. A shuttle from the airport to the hotel (available 24 hours) and a beach shuttle are available for a fee.

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

  • 1 building
  • 72 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Built in 2012
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
GHL Arsenal Hotel offers 72 accommodations with minibars and safes. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. 42-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, slippers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Hypo-allergenic bedding and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include massages.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool
  • Separate bedroom
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

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 transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

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
Contactless check-in available
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); 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
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 and service animals are not allowed at GHL Arsenal Hotel

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 11 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

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 60000 per person
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

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.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Children 11 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

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GHL Arsenal Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 712 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 184 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 64 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 1002 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

didier

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best choice for those who want to know Cartagena.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is so friendly, helpful and warm. All our needs were met quickly!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leonard

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was excellent--we wanted to take them home with us, but we have only one spare room. So kind, helpful, and just plain nice. We could use more of them.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Giuseppe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul, Waubaushene

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All the staff were wonderful, went the extra mile to help us out. The property was well kept, clean and quiet.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Highly Recommend

The staff is very nice. One of the nicest staffs of any place I have ever been around the world. They all knew me by name and were very nice my entire stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Ramon

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good hotel but rooms are very small. No working vents in the bathroom when you take care of business the smell lingers for a while in the whole room.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay at Arsenal hotel. Would definitely stay again. The breakfast was really good with lots of options.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent Hotel

Great location. Very friendly staff and the free breakfast is good.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Carol Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clarissa

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Arsenal was perfectly located within walking distance of just about everything. This hotel is beautiful and the customer service was excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

MIKE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Safiya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Property was conveniently located, staff was amazing! As a solo traveler, they made me feel safe and taken cared of! Breakfast buffet was perfect before a busy day! Would stay again when in Cartagena!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luis, waco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Es la segunda vez que me hospedo en este hotel, creo que es uno de los más bonitos y bueno de la zona. Siempre nos atienden perfectamente y se nota que su prioridad es el buen servicio al cliente. Lo mejor de todo es que se encuentra muy cerca de Getsemaní y la torre del reloj, entonces es fácil encontrar puntos de interés caminando
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Leinz

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Vanessa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous location
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

marleny

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff and service went above and beyond
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Laura

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff and lovely boutique hotel! Very well located!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff at GHL Arsenal created an amazing experience. They were kind, welcoming, helpful, and fun! The hotel was able to hold our luggage as we arrived a few hours before check-in. The rooftop pool has a beautiful view. The breakfast was delicious and they were careful to accommodate for an allergy. The location is walking distance to the walled city, but quiet at night. It was clean and comfortable. Would highly recommend this hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sander

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel is really beautiful and very well located to either go into the old city or other areas of the old town. The pool and separate deck and separate garden are really lovely. Staff was very helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leyma

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Luis

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great staff but no hot water in the shower for my last two days there. They were notified but don’t know if anything was done since it wasn’t fixed by the time I left. I was also offered late check out due to VIP status when I checked in, but when I took up on their offer a day before checking out, they said they couldn’t do up to the time they originally offered which was 3pm. They let me stay until 2pm but apparently it wasn’t even documented since I received a call from the front desk asking me what time I was leaving. I was asked who I spoke to but I couldn’t remember the employees name. They also couldn’t upgrade my room due to VIP status but I wasn’t expecting them too since I was there for a wedding and figured most rooms would be booked. For the most part it’s a great hotel with kind employees. I would stay again and not let these two incidents deter me.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose Luis

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
GHL Arsenal Hotel in Cartagena offers a chic and clean environment, with an amazing rooftop pool providing exceptional views of the bay and the modern highrises of Bocagrande. The staff is friendly and attentive, ensuring a comfortable stay. The hotel’s prime location in the Getsemani district allows easy access to local bars, restaurants, and the historic city center. Guests can enjoy delicious food and cocktails, making it a perfect choice for travelers seeking both relaxation and cultural experiences.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location everything walkable to all the attractions torre del reloj 4 minutes walking also el muelle de la Bodeguita. 10 minutes walk to barrio de Getsemaní. All the great restaurants with beautiful views of the city are 5 minutes away. Staff was more than amazing also everything is very clean and who was great. Hotel is fantastic the rooftop and pool are everything only thing I didn’t like was they don’t play ballenato and barely and Spanish music like we in Colombia not USA but besides that everything else was great definitely staff and location are the best
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025