Hotel Caribe by Faranda Grand, a member of Radisson Individuals

5.0 star property
5-star beach hotel near Bocagrande Beach

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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Bar

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Carrera 1a No 2-87, Cartagena, Bolivar, 130001
  • Bocagrande Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Clock Tower
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Cartagena de Indias Convention Center
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Cartagena (CTG-Rafael Núñez Intl.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 59 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 80 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Double Beds (City or Courtyard View)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(22 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 89 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 3 Twin Beds

Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Ocean View

  • 89 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 59 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Ocean View

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 69 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 30 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (City or Garden View)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • 41 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Ocean View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • 41 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (City or Garden View)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(18 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Cartagena

Oceanside stay.A stay at this Bocagrande hotel places you steps from Bocagrande Beach and within a 5-minute walk of Centro Comercial Nao. Clock Tower and Cartagena de Indias Convention Center are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Bocagrande Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • El Laguito Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Castillo Grande Beach - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Clock Tower - 6 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Cartagena de Indias Convention Center - 7 min drive - 4.1 km

Getting around

  • Rafael Nunez Intl. Airport (CTG) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pool Bar Intercontinental - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Kanuu Restautant (InterContinental) - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Oh Caribe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪La Dolce Vita - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Tropicana Cafe Restaurante - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Hotel Caribe by Faranda Grand, a member of Radisson Individuals

5-star beach hotel near Bocagrande Beach
Enjoy the umbrellas and sun loungers for a relaxing day at the beach. At Hotel Caribe by Faranda Grand, a member of Radisson Individuals you can cool off in one of the 3 outdoor swimming pools and indulge in a pampering afternoon at the full-service spa.

Free breakfast is served daily. There are 4 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/café and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 2 poolside bars, a beach bar, and a bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. This Colonial hotel also offers a children's pool, a health club, and a steam room. Free self parking and valet parking are available.

This 5-star Cartagena hotel is smoke free.

  • 363 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • 4 dining venues
  • 2 bars by the pool
  • 3444 sq ft of conference space
  • 320 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1945
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Cabanas by the pool (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Game room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Onsite shopping
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar on the beach
  • Coffee shop
  • Swim-up bar
Hotel Caribe by Faranda Grand, a member of Radisson Individuals offers 363 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Select Comfort beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include rainfall showerheads, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries.

This Cartagena hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include facials, body scrubs, and manicures and pedicures. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a hot tub, a steam room, and Turkish bath/hammam.

The spa is open select days. Children under 17 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision. Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini golf
  • Playground
  • 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

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Free secured, uncovered valet parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily
  • 2 poolside bars
  • 4 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A swim-up bar
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 2 hot tubs
  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Art gallery
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Designer stores
  • Evening entertainment
  • Full-service spa
  • Games
  • Health club
  • Mini golf
  • Music library
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Shopping
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Pool access ramp on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Free crib
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heated floor
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

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
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); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
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: USD 30 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 22 lbs per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • 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

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 4 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

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: USD 25 per person (one way)
  • Pet fee: USD 30 per pet, per night
  • 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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property Registration Number RNT 4253

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.
  • Pool access available from 8 AM to 8:00 PM.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Up to 2 children 4 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • 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

Caribe Cartagena
Caribe Hotel
Hotel Caribe Faranda Cartagena
Hotel Caribe Cartagena
Caribe Hotel Cartagena
Hotel Caribe Faranda
Caribe Faranda Cartagena
Caribe Faranda
Hotel Caribe by Faranda Grand
Hotel Caribe by Faranda Grand a member of Radisson Individuals

Reviews

Hotel Caribe by Faranda Grand, a member of Radisson Individuals Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 594 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 255 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 83 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 34 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 40 out of 1006 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our time there. The food and service were fantastic.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexandre

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place, amazing pool! Best location
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Maria Magana

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The rooms are very out dated they need an upgrade for the amount they charge per stay. I loved the animals you get to see and the staff was very nice. The rooms are very clean and stocked with everything you need. The restaurants inside the hotel are soo good. Their sushi and pizza the best thing in Boca grande. This hotel i believe is mainly for family and kids. The peacocks are beautiful but they don’t let you sleep hahah they are up really early about 4 am. If you don’t mind that then you’re good. I would def return once the rooms are upgraded.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lily, Elizabeth

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jhon

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property is beautiful!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Alexandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
😹
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Juan sebastian

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Excelente
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I've been coming here for over 20 years. Many good new changes! New pools, Jacuzzis, new bars. The breakfast buffet is the best by far! My only complaint is that there were no hooks or towel rods anywhere. But i love this place. Will keep coming back.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Morgan

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dinorah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love the natural beauty of the place. It’s very well kept and the wild life is definitely a plus. The food is always good and the servers go beyond their duty to please their guests. Rooms are immaculate. We have stayed here few times over the years and the hotel has made many improvements that make it even lovelier. Will definitely come back!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property with fantastic amenices and the best staff ever.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catalina

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is an oasis, food is amazing, serving is beyond expectations, it’s beautiful and the ocean view is so beautiful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

alejandra

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Better service

They didn’t have a working elevator and actually one day my dad fell down from the stairs, was not anything bad but we were very worried because he was limping the whole day. The staff was very nice, the breakfast is amazing, the whole hotel is very pretty.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martha

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like the customer service but food a little too expensive
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liza

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

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything excellent
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Excellent stay in Cartegena with our husband and kids! If you want a unique experience that feels more authentically Colombian I recommend caribe with flying colors! Breakfast is a nice perk and an opportunity to eat and try Colombian food! Staff were extremely nice and very responsive. The pool was amazing for my kids. The hotel is located near everything if you want to see more in Cartegena outside of the walled city. We took very inexpensive cabs to the walled city and other parts of Cartegena during our 5 day stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ignacio

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly, awesome gym and amenities. The breakfast was amazing.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel itself was a luxurious property filled with many amenities and views including a wildlife reserve where you’re greeted by many friendly animals. The staff also were extremely knowledgeable and friendly and made my friends and I feel like part of their family. Would highly recommend for solo or family stays.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Derrick

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

Discrepancy with room

My stay overall was great, my only complaint is that I booked a 1 bedroom suite, but instead I was given just a regular suite with a king bed. By the time the discrepancy I only had one day left on my trip so I figured it was best I just stay with the room I was in
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

John

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Juan, Glen Allen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Caribe has a ton of history and is 80 years old as the oldest in Cartagena. My family of 6 did a short down and up from the states and it was magnificent. Cartagena surroundings are safe. If you go to the beach you may not like the peddlers, but we actually took advantage of it. Massages, Pedicures and Manicures all along the ocean front. $35 us for a half hour on jet ski… The seafood, oh the Seafood! No disappointments there. Loved the proximity to the old city and other attractions but truthfully we stayed by the pool and beach daily. Hotel a micro zoo with its own mini deer, peacocks, sloth, parrots and much more. Food and buffet were on point. It wasn’t your typical slightly off but edible carribean cuisine. Only downside was the loss of a belonging in the gym, which I thought for sure someone would have turned it. But didn’t. Wi fi was a little intermittent but we weren’t there to watch TV. Was able to take a zoom call by the pool with ease. Great trip overall. Highly recommend. PS. WhatsApp makes everything easier by the way.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sergio

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025