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Hotel Playa Norte

Property class: 3.5

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A modern bedroom with bunk beds, a large window, a forest-themed wall mural, and a ceiling-mounted projector. - Hotel Playa Norte (Cartagena)
An indoor pool area with a palm tree, lounge chairs, and a stone floor. - Hotel Playa Norte (Cartagena)
A spacious, modern lobby with a high ceiling, a central palm tree, and a comfortable seating area. - Hotel Playa Norte (Cartagena)
A spacious indoor area with rows of white plastic chairs arranged for seating, large windows offering a view of the sea, and a modern ceiling design with recessed lighting. - Hotel Playa Norte (Cartagena)
A balcony with a glass railing, two wicker chairs, and a small table with a vase of flowers. - Hotel Playa Norte (Cartagena)
Located close to La Boquilla Beach, Hotel Playa Norte provides a business center, a restaurant, and a snack bar/deli. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

6.2 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services

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Room options

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A modern bedroom with a bed, a bedside table, a wardrobe, and a wall with abstract art.

Standard Double Room

  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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A balcony with glass railings, a potted plant, wicker chairs, and a small table.

Superior Double Room

  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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A room with a bed, a desk, and a wall with a leaf pattern.

Cuadruple

  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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A room with bunk beds, a TV, and a door leading to another room.

Sextuple con balcon

  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Twin Bunk Beds OR 1 Double Bed and 4 Twin Bunk Beds

DOUBLE TWO DOUBLE BEDS

  • Sleeps 4

DOUBLE SUPERIOR TWO DOUBLE BEDS

  • Sleeps 4

DOUBLE BUNK BED

  • Sleeps 4

About the neighborhood

Located in La Boquilla, a neighborhood in Cartagena, Hotel Playa Norte is near the airport and by the sea. Clock Tower and San Felipe de Barajas Castle are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at La Boquilla Beach and Marbella Beach. Cartagena de Indias Convention Center and Bocagrande Beach are two other places to visit that come recommended. Visit our Cartagena travel guide
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Cra. 9 38 - 76, La Boquilla, Cartagena, Bolívar, 130001

What's nearby

  • A coastal cityscape with a beach, high-rise buildings, and a clear blue sky.
    Bocagrande Beach
    32 min drive - 6.8 miles
  • La Boquilla Beach
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Ciénaga de la Virgen
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Las Americas International Convention Center
    4 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Ciénaga de Juan Polo
    4 min drive - 3.0 miles

Getting around

  • Rafael Nunez Intl. Airport (CTG)
    12 min drive

Restaurants

  • Cevicheria YIRETH
    12 min drive
  • Subway
    13 min drive
  • La Carbonería
    13 min drive
  • AMASA Panadería Y Pastelería
    12 min drive
  • Restaurante Jhon Hing
    12 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 31-cm flat-screen TV

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

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Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. 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).

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

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 and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number 78638

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
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.
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Playa Norte have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 8:00 AM–9:00 PM.

Is Hotel Playa Norte pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hotel Playa Norte?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Hotel Playa Norte?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Hotel Playa Norte located?

Located in La Boquilla, this hotel is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from La Boquilla Beach and within 6 mi (10 km) of Marbella Beach and Clock Tower. San Felipe de Barajas Castle and Cartagena de Indias Convention Center are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Hotel Playa Norte Reviews

6.2

6.8

Cleanliness

6.4

Amenities

6.6

Staff & service

6.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 65 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 65 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 65 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 65 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 65 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

6/10 Okay

Jennifer

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The mattresses were very dirty. The staff was very nice & always friendly
Stayed 17 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brooke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This hotel was in the perfect location. It was walking distance from the beach and there was a hotel on site. My only two issues were that I found these tiny ant-like bugs in my room on the floor. I also didn’t like that I had a shared balcony with a room next to me (the girls were partying all night). Other than that, I was pleased with my stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Delonta

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was wonderful. I highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Juan Manuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
A/C does not work properly, the area is super hot, so good AC is a need, was so hot.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Cho Ho

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Good staff and very clean
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alexis Alberto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

katty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Rosario

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
She cover from the bed
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ivan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All was great...excellent place .
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

koami

Liked: Cleanliness
Good
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

VICTOR EMMERICK

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Terrible hotel, dirty, lots of cockroaches, bad bathroom, very dirty. I wouldn't recommend it to anyone.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Sherly

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nothing there’s roaches and bed bugs I booked for a week and stay only a night and the refuse to refund me.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Yoshio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It's in a bad neighborhood.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Kevin

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Terrible, avoid at all costs
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Sheldon

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The door to my room was not secure it was made out of a thin layer of sheet metal.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nothing seemed to work well. It started with the lock that was loose, flimsy doors, easy to break in, not a secure place at all, faulty AC, no internet, no TV service. Very bad.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Carlon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
First the picture of the bedrooms are mis leading . Let's start with the pro: 1. Staff very friendly 2. Across the road from the beach 3. A supermarket on the ground floor 4. Rooms fairly clean Cons: 1. This is not suited for a couple as the room are very basic ( bed, TV, side lamp table). 2. Walk with your own towels ( hotel own poor quaility) 3. No elevator and i was on the 4th floor 4. Noisy area, one neighbor played music night and day 5. Power went for 1 day and no generator , even the neighbor had a generator to play music whole day Basically if you are single and just looking for a resting spot this may suit your needs, as i mentioned not suited for a couple.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Aina

Liked: Cleanliness
DO NOT STAY HERE!!! I WAS ROBBED BY A MAN WITH A MACHETE ON A BEACH AROUND 8 AM, next to this hotel. There wasn't WATER in the hotel in the morning. The toilet wasn't flushing and I even couldn't wash my face. Staff is friendly there but nobody speaks English. Even a little bit. I couldn't stay in that stinky room (there is humidity there so if there is no water room stinks almost immediately), so I went to the beach a bit earlier than I planned. IT IS UNSAFE THERE. I'm giving this hotel a negative star for safety. Stay in the hotels 1km closer to the airport. That area is more in control by police who is by the way friendly and helpful but don't speak English either
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Carlos

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was the worst experience ever. Once you enter the street you have 2 guys or more saying you cannot enter the street like if you are trespassing. You walk in the lobby of the hotel, a lot of flies no air conditioning , not at least one fan. There is no elevator. The room is not okay as well. Tvs are full of dust. Bathroom door won’t close, No hot water. The bed are harder than a rock really really uncomfortable especially for pregnant women who has to sleep on their side. I am currently pregnant and now my hips hurts because of how hard the beds were. If you were hungry you couldn’t eat in the hotel where they have their own restaurant because it was only for the VIPS never understood what that meant. Honestly the worst experience I have had especially pregnant. Really upset about my experience I would really not recommend staying there not even for a night. I Want my refund.
You can see the flies and dirtiest couch
Jacuzzi not even on.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
El personal súper amable y servicial El hotel está muy propio
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

John

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
No hubo toalla. Demaciada contaminacion auditiva
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

jean louis

Hotel a priori bien mais zone faisant peur Parki g derriere sans un sorte dz champs pas gardé avec aucun voiture Nous sommes parti ayant t peur
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

FRANKLIN ANDRES

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Mala

El hotel tenía instalaciones en mal está, y la zona en la que está ubicado está muy peligrosa no s puede caminar
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

GES COFFEE SAS

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Las toallas estaban sucias.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jorge

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

Buena estadía

A nuestra llegada al hotel Playa Norte fue un recibimiento muy cordial muy amables las chicas. En general fue muy buena nuestra estadía el servicio de piscina el servicio que ofrecen de Restaurante en general muy bueno la limpieza excelente en general fue una estaría muy muy agradable es un hotel normal muy bueno pues yo si lo recomiendo y muchas gracias a todo el personal del hotel de playa norte
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024