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Melia Cartagena Karmairi

4.5 star property
4.5-star adults-only hotel in Zona Norte

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2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Front of property
Presidential Suite | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk
Daily full breakfast (COP 100 per person)
Presidential Suite | Bathroom | Shower, rainfall showerhead, designer toiletries, hair dryer
Reviews
7.6

Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • PoolPoolPool
  • SpaSpaSpa
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Km 3 Vía Manzanillo del Mar, Cartagena, Bolivar
  • Popular LocationPlaya Manzanillo2 min walk
  • Popular LocationKaribana Golf Club6 min drive
  • Popular LocationLa Boquilla Beach16 min drive
  • AirportCartagena (CTG-Rafael Núñez Intl.)24 min drive

Room options

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Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

Suite

  • 645 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

Premium Room (King Bed)

10/10 Exceptional
  • 366 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

Junior Suite

10/10 Exceptional
  • 538 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room (King Bed) | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Room (King Bed)

7.4/10 Good
  • 366 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Presidential Suite | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

Presidential Suite

  • 1140 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Cartagena

Zona Norte stay.With a stay at this Zona Norte hotel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Playa Manzanillo and 2 miles (3 km) of Las Ramblas Shopping Center. Also, Karibana Golf Club is within 3 miles (5 km) and La Boquilla Beach is within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Playa Manzanillo - 2 min walk
  • Karibana Golf Club - 6 min drive
  • Las Americas International Convention Center - 16 min drive
  • La Boquilla Beach - 16 min drive
  • Marbella Beach - 21 min drive

Getting around

  • Rafael Nunez Intl. Airport (CTG) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • El Artesano Beer - 6 min drive
  • Gora - 6 min drive
  • Restaurante Erre de Ramón Freixa - 16 min drive
  • World Cafe - 7 min drive
  • Bar y piscina Borde Infinito - 16 min drive

About this property

Melia Cartagena Karmairi

4.5-star adults-only hotel in Zona Norte
Some rates at Melia Cartagena Karmairi are all-inclusive. These rates include onsite meals and beverages, and may include taxes and gratuities. Additional charges may apply for meals at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, certain beverages, and other amenities.

Melia Cartagena Karmairi offers its guests a full-service spa, 2 outdoor swimming pools, a sauna, and a fitness center. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 2 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. WiFi is free in public spaces.

There are 2 meeting rooms available. A terrace, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the luxury Melia Cartagena Karmairi. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4.5-star Cartagena hotel.

  • 147 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Built in 2016
  • Deli
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Melia Cartagena Karmairi offers 147 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and designer toiletries. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, and hair dryers.

This Cartagena hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the onsite spa, which has 6 treatment rooms. Services include facials, body scrubs, body treatments, and manicures and pedicures. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a spa tub, and a steam room. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including hydrotherapy. The spa is open daily.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: COP 100 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Sauna

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Limited room service
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification. Any other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival.
This property does not permit name changes on reservations. The name on the booking must match the name of the guest who is checking in and staying at the property; photo ID is required.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: COP 100000 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 33 lbs per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • 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 younger than 15 are not allowed at this adults-only property. All guests 15 and older are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • 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.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately COP 100 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: COP 45000 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Pet fee: COP 100000 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • 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
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates)
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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. Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates). This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system in each accommodation. Contactless check-out is available. At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination.

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 and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • This is an adults-only property and guests under 15 years old aren't allowed.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • 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.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Melia Cartagena Karmairi Hotel
Melia Cartagena Karmairi Cartagena
Melia Cartagena Karmairi Hotel Cartagena
Melia Cartagena Karmairi All Inclusive Adults Only

Frequently asked questions

How close is Melia Cartagena Karmairi to the airport?

Melia Cartagena Karmairi is 9.6 mi (24-min drive) away from the Rafael Nunez Intl. Airport (CTG) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Melia Cartagena Karmairi?

As of May 27, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Melia Cartagena Karmairi on May 29, 2024 start from $144.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Melia Cartagena Karmairi have an airport shuttle?

Melia Cartagena Karmairi offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of COP 45000 per vehicle, one-way.

How close is Melia Cartagena Karmairi to the beach?

This hotel is a short 2-minute walk from Playa Manzanillo and 11.6 mi (27-min drive) from Bocagrande Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Melia Cartagena Karmairi offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Melia Cartagena Karmairi, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of COP 100 per person. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Melia Cartagena Karmairi?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Rio Cartagena Casino (9.4 mi) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Melia Cartagena Karmairi?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Melia Cartagena Karmairi?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Melia Cartagena Karmairi have a pool?

Melia Cartagena Karmairi features 2 outdoor pools.

Does Melia Cartagena Karmairi have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Melia Cartagena Karmairi have a spa?

This hotel has a spa, which features mani/pedis, facials, and body scrubs.

How close is Melia Cartagena Karmairi to downtown Cartagena?

Melia Cartagena Karmairi is 7.7 mi away from Cartagena.

Melia Cartagena Karmairi Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 64 out of 155 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 34 out of 155 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 155 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 155 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 155 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Roxy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved it a bit dated but nothing of consent. Will definitely revisit and recommend
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Felix

Traveled with partner
Hotel is nice but needs a lot of up-keeping, specially in the rooms. We first stayed in room 1043, had mold issues which prevented us from sleeping and the shower doesn't drain properly. They switched us to 3039, the mold wasn’t noticeable but again the shower didn't drain well, the safe-box and room phone didn’t work either, and the room wasn’t cleaned after our use. I’ll also recommend additional training to the staff members in general, with the exception of the receptionists who were great, to be more polite and welcoming, mainly the restaurant and bar areas. I learned the maintenance and servicing of the hotel is provided by an outsourced company, but they definitely need a lot of training on all aspects, they should consider emulating the service normally provided in many of the Dominican Republic or Mexican resorts. I can’t speak much about their food because we only had breakfast 3 times, dinner once and 1 appetizer at the bar, but the few times we ate our expectations weren’t meet considering the prior high reviews. In general an average hotel because they did assist immediately when I first reached out with the mold issue, but they might want to improve in every other aspect to reach elite status considering their distance from the city center, their price in comparison to closer hotels and for those travelers from places like the USA and Europe who expect more for their money and traveling time.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

2/10 Terrible

Tom

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

2/10 Terrible

Abigail

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There was mold in the rooms and it smells, active construction going on behind the property and the air is polluted. I checked out one hour after I checked in.

10/10 Excellent

SANDRA, Portland

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff/ great restaurant/
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

John

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable, nice place!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Emilio

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
They can improve the lunch & Dinner options Music is too loud and disturb rooms at night after 12am To much walk to reach the beach
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Tahiri Urbano

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

2/10 Terrible

Eliud, Pasadena

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

4/10 Poor

Adriana

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is beautiful but it is not suitable if you are looking for a quiet relaxed spot far from the noise and party mood of Cartagena. The beach is about one minute away from the hotel, but being a public beach, everyone seemed to bring their own speakers to play their own music at full blast. The staff at the hotel were very kind and wanted to offer excellent service but they are not well trained so they mixed drinks following the drinks menu they show to guests without much clue of what they're preparing. They were also unable to control unruly guests who abused their stay, and were left to deal on their own with till, bar, snack orders and so on when evidently more staff was needed. If the hotel improves the training and capacity for their staff, the place could be wonderful but at the moment, there is also a construction site right behind and the hotel's private road is in a very poor condition. Don't book this hotel as an all inclusive as there are only two restaurants. Get the cheaper fare with breakfast included and take Uber or taxis for about £3 to the nearest commercial area which has good restaurants and will cost you less than the all inclusive. There is a shuttle to the centre twice a day and it is very convenient and fairly on time.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023