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Playa Scondida

3.0 star property
Hotel on the beach, with outdoor pool

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Superior Quadruple Room, Balcony, Beach View | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets
Surrounded by the ocean, Playa Scondida offers a serene escape with local breakfast, daily manager's reception and a sun-kissed terrace. Enjoy kayaking and windsurfing on the private beach or relax in the garden while staying connected with high-speed WiFi. Previous guests have praised this hotel for its perfect blend of relaxation and adventure.

Reviews

4.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
  • Breakfast included
  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Quadruple Room, Patio, Garden View

Highlights

Yard
Balcony
Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Wardrobe or closet
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Room, Patio, Garden View

Highlights

Yard
Balcony
Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Wardrobe or closet
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Trundle Bed

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Superior Quadruple Room, Balcony, Beach View | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Quadruple Room, Balcony, Beach View

Highlights

Yard
Balcony
Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Wardrobe or closet
  • 28 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Located in Cartagena, Playa Scondida is near theme parks and on a private beach. Contecar Terminal and Santa Cruz Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Isla Grande Beach and Corales del Rosario National Park. National Aviary of Colombia and Rosario Islands Oceanarium are also worth visiting. Snorkeling and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours nearby.
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kilometro 25, calle 23, Baru, Cholon, Cartagena, Bolívar, 130017

What's nearby

  • Corales del Rosario National Park - 5 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Baru Church - 6 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Bendita Beach - 7 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • National Aviary of Colombia - 27 min drive - 8.3 miles

Getting around

  • Rafael Nunez Intl. Airport (CTG) - 160 min drive

Restaurants

  • Playa Coral Cartagena
  • Kokomo
  • Pa’ue Beach Lounge
  • ‪Playa Surf - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Rooftop Bar Las Islas - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Playa Scondida

Hotel by the ocean
Take advantage of free breakfast (local cuisine), a free daily manager's reception, and a terrace at Playa Scondida. With a private beach, motor boating, and kayaking, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up some sun. In addition to a coffee shop/cafe and a garden, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices).
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), luggage storage, and concierge services
  • Beach umbrellas, a dock, and tour/ticket assistance
Room features
All guestrooms at Playa Scondida offer comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and shampoo
  • Private yards, wardrobes/closets, and housekeeping

Property amenities

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 self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 11:00 AM
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • Kayaking
  • Motor boating
  • Outdoor pool
  • Windsurfing

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Dock
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • On a private beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

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
  • Handrails in stairways (39 inches high)
  • Lever door handles
  • Magnifying mirror
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

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
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

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 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 have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: COP 250000 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: COP 250000 (one-way), (up to 7 years old)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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, mobile payments, and cash
Mobile payment options include: PayPal
Cashless transactions are available

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 10:00 PM

Property is also known as

Playa Scondida Hotel
Oasis Beach club Hotel
Playa Scondida Cartagena
Playa Scondida Hotel Cartagena

Frequently asked questions

Does Playa Scondida have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 8:00 AM–10:00 PM.

Is Playa Scondida pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Playa Scondida?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Playa Scondida?

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Playa Scondida?

Check-out is at noon.

Does Playa Scondida provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of COP 250000 per vehicle applies.

Where is Playa Scondida located?

Located in Cartagena, this beachfront hotel is in a national park and within 3 mi (5 km) of Corales del Rosario National Park, Bendita Beach, and Baru Church. Isla Grande Beach and National Aviary of Colombia are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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