Monterrey Travel Guide
Cartagena
Popular places to visit
Bocagrande Beach
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.
Isla Grande Beach
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.
Walls of Cartagena
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.
National Aviary of Colombia
Enjoy an outing to National Aviary of Colombia during your stay in Cartagena.
San Pedro Claver Church and Convent
After visiting San Pedro Claver Church and Convent, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Cartagena. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or seek out the local tours.
Cartagena de Indias Convention Center
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.
Things to do
Cartagena Island Hopping: 5-Stop Rosario Islands Tour with Lunch
Cartagena: Barù Island Playa Blanca with Lunch
Bora Bora Cartagena Beach Club Full Day Experience
5 Stop Boat Tour Rosario Islands with Lunch, Forts, & Snorkeling
Excursion to the Rosario Islands with Lunch and Snorkeling
Top hotels in Monterrey
InterContinental Cartagena De Indias by IHG
We had an amazing stay at the InterContinental Cartagena and loved every minute of it. The hotel is perfectly located right on the beach, making it easy to relax and enjoy the ocean, and it’s also very walkable. Just across the street there are tons of shopping options for souvenirs and clothing, ...
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
Hyatt Regency Cartagena
Excellent
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026
Hilton Cartagena
Great hotel, only complaint is the A/C during the day wasn’t the best throughout the hotel and would get warm inside while the sun was out.
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Bondo Estudio
The staff at this hotel are really nice and helpful. The ladies at the cafe and the pool bar were very warm and friendly. The girls at the spa were amazing when I got my massage. The maids and cleaners were always smiling and would greet you. Rooms were clean, bathrooms are concrete floors but clean ...
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026
Estelar Cartagena de Indias Hotel
Clean room, house keeping kept bringing clean towels. Stuff were great.
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Hotel Caribe by Faranda Grand, a member of Radisson Individuals
the entire experience was excellent
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Monterrey
Las Americas
While Las Americas isn't home to many top sights, Promenade of La Castellana and Jaime Moron Stadium are some notable places to visit nearby.
El Bosque
Beaches and restaurants are just a few things travellers like about El Bosque. A stop by Manzanillo Marina Club is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.
Manga
Travellers like the historical sites in Manga, and Port of Cartagena is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Castillogrande
Travellers like the beaches in Castillogrande, and Castillo Grande Beach is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Bocagrande
Bocagrande is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Rio Cartagena Casino and Plaza Bocagrande Commercial Center, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Cartagena.
El Laguito
The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to El Laguito. A stop by El Laguito Beach or Bocagrande Beach might round out your trip.
