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Zalmedina Hotel

3.5 star property
Beach fun, near Bocagrande Beach

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Zalmedina Hotel, by Bocagrande Beach, offers a sunny terrace for unwinding after exploration. The on-site restaurant saves time between adventures, and the business center keeps work flowing. Practical laundry facilities round out the convenient amenities.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Showing 10 of 10 rooms

View all photos for Triple Room Standard with side view

1 bedroom, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, minibar

Triple Room Standard with side view

  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3

View all photos for Standard Triple Room, Courtyard View

Standard Triple Room, Courtyard View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, minibar

Standard Triple Room, Courtyard View

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Select Comfort bed
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed OR 3 Large Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Double or Twin Room, Courtyard View

1 bedroom, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, minibar

Standard Double or Twin Room, Courtyard View

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Select Comfort bed
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Large Twin Beds

View all photos for Junior Suite, Partial Ocean View

Junior Suite, Partial Ocean View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, minibar

Junior Suite, Partial Ocean View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Select Comfort bed
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Superior Room, Partial Ocean View

1 bedroom, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, minibar

Superior Room, Partial Ocean View

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Select Comfort bed
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
  • 18 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Large Twin Beds

View all photos for Superior Triple Room, Partial Ocean View

Superior Triple Room, Partial Ocean View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, minibar

Superior Triple Room, Partial Ocean View

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Select Comfort bed
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
  • 18 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed OR 3 Large Twin Beds

View all photos for Panoramic Room, City View, Tower

1 bedroom, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, minibar

Panoramic Room, City View, Tower

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Select Comfort bed
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
  • 20 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Double Room Superior with Partial Sea View

  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2

Triple Room Superior with Partial Sea View

  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 3

Double Room Superior with Panoramic View

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2

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About the neighborhood

Map
Bocagrande, Cra. 2 #5-52 Piso 2, Cartagena, Bolívar, 130001

What's nearby

  • Centro Comercial Nao - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Rio Cartagena Casino - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Bocagrande Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • El Laguito Beach - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Castillo Grande Beach - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Pool Bar Intercontinental - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Kanuu Restautant (InterContinental) - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Pizzas Piccolo Cartagena - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Boca Rica - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Arepas Pues - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Zalmedina Hotel

Hotel near Bocagrande Beach
You can look forward to a terrace, shopping on site, and laundry facilities at Zalmedina Hotel. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a business center and a restaurant.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), a TV in the lobby, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Luggage storage, coffee/tea in the lobby, and meeting rooms
Room features
All 50 rooms boast comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Rainfall showers and hair dryers
  • 32-inch LCD TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, daily housekeeping, and phones

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Shopping
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Direct access to the beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (43 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 8 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: COP 107100
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: COP 107100

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child per adult, up to the age of 4 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for COP 70000 per night

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 80000 per vehicle (roundtrip)
  • Early check-in fee: COP 107100 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: COP 107100 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: COP 70000 per night
  • Administrative fee: COP 6196 per night

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, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Long-term renters welcome
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

We should mention

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.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Hotel Zalmedina
Zalmedina
Zalmedina Cartagena
Zalmedina Hotel
Zalmedina Hotel Cartagena
Zalmedina Hotel Hotel
Zalmedina Hotel Cartagena
Zalmedina Hotel Hotel Cartagena

Frequently asked questions

Is Zalmedina Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Zalmedina Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in is available for a fee of COP 107100 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Zalmedina Hotel?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for COP 107100 (subject to availability).

Does Zalmedina Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of COP 80000 per vehicle applies.

Where is Zalmedina Hotel located?

Offering direct access to the beach, this Bocagrande hotel is connected to the convention center, steps from Centro Comercial Nao and Bocagrande Beach. El Laguito Beach and Castillo Grande Beach are also within 10 minutes.

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Reviews

Zalmedina Hotel Reviews

7.4

Good

7.8

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

7.8

Staff & service

7.6

Eco-friendliness

7.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 171 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 49 out of 171 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 42 out of 171 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 171 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 171 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Alejandro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
everyone was very nice and service was quick
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

2/10 Terrible

Sean

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Never again

Rooms with balcony was very small, bathroom small. Toilet wouldn’t flush the first night. No 24hour maid service, you couldn’t get extra towels.every time you left your room the key would connected to the air conditioner. Room was always hot when you came back
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Adedamola

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Things don’t work right.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

E Giancarlo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Liked the location.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Edwar

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The property is on the 2nd floor so you need to walk up the stairs. The elevator does not go all the way down to the 1st floor. So, you will need to carry your luggage up to the 2nd floor when checking in and out. The location is convenient for shopping and dining.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

JOSE

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Habitaciones muy viejas y olor a humedad
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luz Elena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I want to express my gratitude to the entire work team at the Zalmedina hotel. My stay with my mother was really excellent, the kindness of all the employees including the cleaning lady. Everything was excellent, every day they cleaned our room, the breakfast was excellent and the hotel is in an excellent location close to the beach, restaurants and shopping places. Thanks to the entire team at the Zalmedina hotel.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Estuve en la séptima planta y todavía se escuchaba el ruido de la calle. Por lo demás todo bien.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Jorge

Liked: Cleanliness
Ofrecen Parqueadero y no había tocó pagar adicional en otro lado 80 mil pesos
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ferney De Jesus Sepulveda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was so great
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luis

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

Zalmedina excelente ubicacion

Excelente ubicación en Bocagrande Cartagena. Zona segura.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

ANA

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

Excelente servicio

Excelente la atención, la limpieza al máximo, volvería a este hotel. Se los recomiendo.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Mariya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I can only say great things about the service and the people who work at the hotel. English isn’t widely spoken but all employees are super kind. Breakfast comes in two plates which are served, includes cut fruits and cheese bread ham traditional cooked plantain. There was a watermelon juice once in our stay which was amazing. Now I want to describe my experience in-front of the hotel , the employees of the two tour agencies were attacking us every time we go in and out till we booked a trip to check out baru. We booked the 4 island tour which I want to not recommend for people who don’t like speeds. The van that picked us up was very old and hardly could breath on there. The boat that takes you in the sea is old and fast and I was having hard time. But they won’t say that to you they just want you to book. I wish we had peace going in and out of the hotel but those agents try to sell you things every time The location is good near the beach stores and restaurants. Jeremy the young guy who works at the hotel was always helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

4/10 Poor

Roger

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is a lot older and uglier than the pictures. When I arrived elevator wasn’t working, so I had to carry my 3 bags for 7 flight of stairs. Room smell humid. At night I would hear the street like of I was sleeping on it. The hotel lobby is on a second floor, so you need to carry everything up to the second floor. At the hotel entrance there are many tour operators harassing you to buy tours, they’re very insistent and every time you go in or out the hotel they’re in your face harassing you to buy. Terrible hotel, I don’t think I have a positive thing to say about my stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

4/10 Poor

Norma Graciela

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
La pileta de natación no existe El desayuno es malo Lo único bueno es el personal que siempre fue amable a pesar de las limitaciones del edificio y servicios.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kirina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excelente
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Jorge

Las instalaciones ya son un poco antiguas y si requiere mantenimiento, por ejemplo el elevador, y algunos aspectos como las puertas de los baños y lavamanos cuesta que se vaya el agua.. El desayuno no esta mal, pero 5 días comiéndo huevos con jamón y una rodaja de jamón, si aburre un poco, quizás pudiesen ser un poco más creativo como repito no esta mal.. peeroo..! El personal en su mayoría es amable y uno que otro como el como el joven de las noches de recepción, que días es amable y otros no.. Pero en general está bien.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was affordable, quiet, dispite being downtown and commercial avenue. Everything flowed nicely with the staff. B-fast was good. No complaints, will stay again and recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

6/10 Okay

Randall

Disliked: Amenities
This property is located 1 block from the beach, and close to dinning/shopping. However, for the same price you can stay at much better properties in the same area. Renter beware! Research.

10/10 Excellent

Ricardo

Liked: Cleanliness
The hospitality is amazing, I strongly recommend this hotel
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
El personal muy amable
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Manuel Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Propety was close to everything, small mercado next to it, and you can walk everywhere. You can also walk to la Torre or uber it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Victor

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

Excelente ubicacion.

Excelente ubicacion en una zona muy concurrida a tan solo 100 metros de la playa en Bocagrande. Variedad de comida muy cerca. A solo 10 minutos en taxi de la ciudad amurallada.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth Lourdes

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Buen hotel

Hotel seguro y adecuado para descansar, ubicado en un buen lugar. Desayuno agradable y amable atención.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Moses

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

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