La Matuna Travel Guide

Cartagena

Photograph Archive of Cartagena, Colombia.
Photograph Archive of Cartagena, Colombia.
Photo of Castillo de San Felipe De Barajas, taken from Baluarte San Miguel de Chambacu, along the city wall. Construction of the fortress commenced in 1536 and expanded in 1657. It was added to the list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites in 1984.
Statue of La India Catalina, indigenous woman who was abducted and served as a guide/interpreter for Conquistadores. Sculpted by Eladio Gil Zambrana in 1974 as a tribute to the Carib people who inhabited the area before the Spanish conquest.
View of the old town

Popular places to visit

Cartagena de Indias Convention Center "Julio César Turbay Ayala" reflected in the water

Cartagena de Indias Convention Center

4/5(3 reviews)

Learn about the events happening in Cartagena de Indias Convention Center during your trip to Cartagena. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or seek out the local tours.

Cartagena de Indias Convention Center
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Bocagrande Beach

3.5/5(4 reviews)

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Bocagrande Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Cartagena. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Bocagrande Beach
Carribean landscape on Isla Grande, Rosario Archipelago, Colombia, South America

Isla Grande Beach

3.5/5(5 reviews)

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Isla Grande Beach during your travels in Rosario Islands? You can seek out the snorkelling spots in this relaxing area.

Isla Grande Beach
View to Torre de Reloj

Clock Tower

4/5(7 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Cartagena when you stop by Clock Tower. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or seek out the local tours.

Clock Tower
Colombia, scenic view of Cartagena cityscape, modern skyline, hotels and ocean bays Bocagrande and Bocachica from the lookout of Saint Philippe Castle

Walls of Cartagena

5/5(1 review)

Learn about the local history of Cartagena with a stop at Walls of Cartagena. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Walls of Cartagena
Espectáculo delfines oceanario islas del rosario de cartagena colombia america

Rosario Islands Oceanarium

Make time to visit the sea animals who live in Rosario Islands Oceanarium during your travels in Rosario Islands. Amble around this relaxing area's beaches or seek out the snorkelling spots.

Rosario Islands Oceanarium

Things to do

Cartagena Island Hopping : 5-Stop Rosario Island Tour with Lunch

Cartagena Island Hopping: 5-Stop Rosario Islands Tour with Lunch

฿2,175
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Cartagena Island Hopping: 5-Stop Rosario Islands Tour with Lunch
Sunset Cruise in Cartagena

Sunset Cruise in Cartagena

฿1,134
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Sunset Cruise in Cartagena
Full-Day Volcano of Totumo

Full-Day Volcano of Totumo With Lunch, 5 pools and prívate Bach

฿1,722
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Full-Day Volcano of Totumo With Lunch, 5 pools and prívate Bach
Bora Bora Cartagena Beach Club Full Day Experience

Bora Bora Cartagena Beach Club Full Day Experience

฿3,605
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Bora Bora Cartagena Beach Club Full Day Experience
Picture 2 for Activity Cartagena: Barù Island Playa Blanca Beach Trip with Lunch

Cartagena: Barù Island Playa Blanca with Lunch

฿937
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Cartagena: Barù Island Playa Blanca with Lunch
Excursion to the Rosario Islands with Lunch and Snorkeling

Excursion to the Rosario Islands with Lunch and Snorkeling

฿3,294
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Excursion to the Rosario Islands with Lunch and Snorkeling
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Top hotels in La Matuna

Mood Matuna Hotel Cartagena

Mood Matuna Hotel Cartagena

4 out of 5
Cra. 9a #32, La Matuna Cartagena Bolívar
The price is ฿3,537 per night from 10 Feb to 11 Feb
฿3,537
฿3,537 total
10 Feb - 11 Feb
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cartagena. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Popular attractions Clock Tower and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (446 reviews)
Nice place

Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026

Mood Matuna Hotel Cartagena
Terrazas Hotel Boutique

Terrazas Hotel Boutique

5 out of 5
Calle 32 No. 8-22, La Matuna Cartagena Bolívar
The price is ฿5,643 per night from 3 Mar to 4 Mar
฿5,643
฿5,643 total
3 Mar - 4 Mar
Stay at this luxury B&B in Cartagena. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Clock Tower and Bocagrande Beach are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (88 reviews)
Nice place good location

Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026

Terrazas Hotel Boutique
InterContinental Cartagena De Indias by IHG

InterContinental Cartagena De Indias by IHG

4 out of 5
Bocagrande Carrera 1 No. 5-01 Cartagena Bolivar
The price is ฿6,179 per night from 4 Mar to 5 Mar
฿6,179
฿6,179 total
4 Mar - 5 Mar
Stay at this beach hotel in Cartagena. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,472 reviews)
Good

Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026

InterContinental Cartagena De Indias by IHG
Hyatt Regency Cartagena

Hyatt Regency Cartagena

4.5 out of 5
Carrera 1 No 12-118 Cartagena CO
The price is ฿6,432 per night from 18 Feb to 19 Feb
฿6,432
฿6,432 total
18 Feb - 19 Feb
Stay at this luxury hotel in Cartagena. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,448 reviews)
Nice staff. Inflated room rates.

Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026

Hyatt Regency Cartagena
Hilton Cartagena

Hilton Cartagena

4.5 out of 5
Avenida Almirante Brion, El Laguito Cartagena
The price is ฿6,214 per night from 11 Feb to 12 Feb
฿6,214
฿6,214 total
11 Feb - 12 Feb
Stay at this luxury resort in Cartagena. Enjoy free parking, 4 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,347 reviews)
Everything was great, delicious breakfast, courteous staff, perfect cleaning, excellent amenities.

Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026

Hilton Cartagena
Bondo Estudio

Bondo Estudio

3.5 out of 5
Barrio Marbella Carrera 2A #49-60 Cartagena Bolívar
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Cartagena. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (672 reviews)
The place was excellent, the service was great, and they attended to my needs super quickly. The room was decent, perfect for resting since we didn't spend much time in the room. Overall, I loved it! It has everything: a coffee shop for breakfast or snacks, lunch options, and a bar. The terrace was ...

Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026

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Other neighbourhoods around La Matuna

Church of St Peter Claver in Cartagena, Colombia

Cartagena Walled City

4.5/5(24 area reviews)

Cartagena Walled City is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Clock Tower and Bolivar Square while you're in town.

Cartagena Walled City
Colombia , Cartagena de Indias is a Unesco Heritage World - Drone aerial view of Downtown of historic colonial Spanish city with colored houses and church in Getsemani district

Getsemani

Travellers come to Getsemani for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Plaza de la Trinidad and Los Pegasos Dock while you're in town.

Getsemani
Old Town

Cartagena Centro

Unique features of Cartagena Centro include the museums and historical sites. Make a stop by Plaza Santo Domingo or Bolivar Square while you're exploring the area.

Cartagena Centro
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San Diego

San Diego is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to House of Gabriel Garcia Marquez or Las Bovedas.

San Diego
Panoramic view of the San Felipe de Barajas Castle, Cartagena Colombia

Pie del Cerro

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Pie del Cerro and surrounding area, you can visit Caribe Plaza and Clock Tower.

Pie del Cerro
Cartagena skyline dominating caribbean coastline in colombia

El Cabrero

If you're spending some time in El Cabrero, Del Cabrero Chapel and Casa de Rafael Núñez are top sights worth seeing.

El Cabrero

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