Close to Bocagrande Beach, Hotel Rilux Cartagena provides free full breakfast, a free daily manager's reception and a coffee shop/cafe. Free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices), is available to all guests, along with laundry facilities and 2 bars.
Bocagrande, a neighbourhood in Cartagena, is home to Hotel Rilux Cartagena. Clock Tower and Walls of Cartagena are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Bocagrande Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Jaime Moron Stadium or Nuevo Bosque Softball Stadium. Visit our Cartagena travel guide
Carrera 3 #6-121 Bocagrande, Cartagena, Bolivar, 130001
What's nearby
Bocagrande Beach
3 min walk - 0.3 km
Rio Cartagena Casino
3 min walk - 0.3 km
Centro Comercial Nao
3 min walk - 0.3 km
Castillo Grande Beach
12 min walk - 1.1 km
Plaza Bocagrande Commercial Center
15 min walk - 1.3 km
Getting around
Cartagena (CTG-Rafael Núñez Intl.)
16 min drive
Restaurants
Restaurante DUNIA
4 min walk
Juan Valdez Café
3 min walk
Leña Y Carbón
2 min walk
La Dulceria
3 min walk
Di Silvio Trattoria
3 min walk
About this property
Hotel Rilux Cartagena
Hotel near Bocagrande Beach
Take advantage of free full breakfast, a free daily manager's reception and a coffee shop/cafe at Hotel Rilux Cartagena. Free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices), is available to all guests, along with laundry facilities and 2 bars.
Other perks include:
Free self-parking
Smoke-free property, luggage storage and a porter/bellboy
Local meal delivery service, coffee/tea in reception and a banquet hall
Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 65 rooms feature comforts, such as premium bedding and pillow menus, as well as perks, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning.
How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Rilux Cartagena?
As of 30 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Rilux Cartagena on 31 Oct 2026 start from ฿2,766, 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.
How much is parking at Hotel Rilux Cartagena?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Hotel Rilux Cartagena?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.
What time is check-out at Hotel Rilux Cartagena?
Checkout is at noon.
Where is Hotel Rilux Cartagena located?
Located in Bocagrande, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Rio Cartagena Casino and Bocagrande Beach. Centro Comercial Nao and Malecón Bahía de las Ánimas are also within 10 minutes.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected 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 Rilux Cartagena Reviews
8.4
Very good
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location and clean rooms, but cost-cutting shows
We stayed at this hotel and overall had a pleasant experience. The location is excellent, the room was clean and comfortable, and the place feels well-maintained. It’s a solid choice if you’re looking for a nice base in a convenient area.
That said, it does feel like the hotel is quite focused on keeping costs down, and a few things stood out:
• Breakfast is by choice rather than a full buffet, which limits the selection compared to what many guests expect.
• The air conditioning is controlled/monitored from the front desk instead of being fully adjustable in the room.
• Only one key is provided per room, which can be inconvenient if more than one person needs access.
• Calls to the front desk often go unanswered, likely due to limited staffing.
These issues don’t ruin the stay, but they do take away from an otherwise comfortable experience. With a bit more flexibility on amenities and better front-desk responsiveness, this hotel would be easier to recommend without reservations.
Would stay again for the location and cleanliness, but with tempered expectations on service and extras.
The staff was very friendly. Breakfast was really good. It’s very accessible to all attractions, most taxis are only $3 fares to most attractions in the walled city. Really enjoyed staying there.
The hotel was in a good location and very close to restaurants and shops. The bad part was that some employees who served breakfast. Employees were not polite. The room was very closed off, with no windows. The elevator required a key card to go up and down, but it almost never worked. There was no pool. There was a lot of noise in the hallways.
This was a great stay for the price. It was very clean, up to date, and in a walkable area. Close to beaches, 6 min ride to wall city and cruise port. It's next to grocery store. Only thing staff didn't tell me the drinks in the fridge wasn't free. 😂
(Guess I'm used to all-inclusive when I do beaches)
Good points: iron availabilite with no extra charge, large rooms and safe box in the room.
Bad points: no hot water for first 10 minutes, very basic breakfast ( slice of watermelon and slice papaya or omelette) with small portions; airconditon controlled by reception only (you need to call to change the temperature).
The only complaint I have is the noise early morning that the hotel staff make outside of your room. Also you can hear people from the next door doing you know what but that doesn’t last for long. If you have trouble with your Spanish or need help with anything, ask for jimmy he takes good care of you.
Brand new place so everything is nice. No luxury, but all you need, comfortable beds, ample shower space, good hot water/cold control. Toilet pressure could be higher. Good breakfast. I wonder if when it starts getting more people if a buffet will be faster and more convenient. For now is fast enough. Service experience was pretty good. Hope it stays like that. They could have more international channels such as news in English. AC is not controlled by you in the room but it was decent. Ask for a second room key so you can keep the room cool because if you remove the key the AC turns off.
The place was close to the beach in a central location in Cartagena and had a great price with helpful staff who understood English. However, the room had a moldy smell, and the air conditioning could not be controlled from the room, have to call the front desk for that,
I also didn't like the fact that beach towels were not offered as an option for guests, given it's so close to the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review
4/10 Poor
Hasan
13 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
It is a clean hotel and friendly staff beside a few small issues. Brand new hotel. There is no hair dryer, no A/C remote and not working TV, no handsoap. Breakfast is ok not buffet. neighborhood is not quiet safe walking on street. They are always trying to sell you something.
Verified review
4/10 Poor
Hasan
13 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
It is a clean hotel and friendly staff beside a few small issues. Brand new hotel. There is no hair dryer, no A/C remote and not working TV, no handsoap. Breakfast is ok not buffet. neighborhood is not quiet safe walking on street. They are always trying to sell you something.