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Hotel Dorado Plaza Centro Histórico

3.0 star property
Travelers find a perfect base in Cartagena's Walled City, where historic landmarks beckon just steps away and relaxation awaits at the hotel's restaurant and pool

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Hotel Dorado Plaza Centro Histórico in Cartagena's historic district offers in-room WiFi and an indoor pool, perfect for relaxing after exploring nearby sites like the Clock Tower. Attentive staff and concierge help visitors enjoy this charming colonial setting.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
Desk
Laptop workspace
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed OR 3 Single Beds

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Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room Superior with View

  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4

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Superior Room

Superior Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
Desk
Laptop workspace
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed OR 3 Single Beds

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Lobby

Room Standard with internal view

  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4

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About the area

Located in Cartagena Walled City, a neighbourhood in Cartagena, Hotel Dorado Plaza Centro Histórico is near the airport and near the beach. Clock Tower and San Felipe de Barajas Castle are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Bocagrande Beach. Cartagena de Indias Convention Center and Karibana Golf Club are two other places to visit that come recommended.
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Map
Carrera 9 31-72, Barrio Getsemani, Cartagena, Bolivar, 130001

What's nearby

  • Clock Tower - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Cartagena de Indias Convention Center - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Walls of Cartagena - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Bolivar Square - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • San Felipe de Barajas Castle - 11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Cartagena (CTG-Rafael Núñez Intl.) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Beer Lovers Tap Room - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪El Cabildo Gastromar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Colombitalia - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪El Sombrero Vueltiao - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante la Tinaja - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Hotel Dorado Plaza Centro Histórico

Hotel near Clock Tower
Located close to Cartagena de Indias Convention Center and San Felipe de Barajas Castle, Hotel Dorado Plaza Centro Histórico provides a restaurant. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), access to a nearby indoor pool and a porter/bellboy
  • Luggage storage, concierge services and a TV in reception
  • A 24-hour front desk, a front desk safe and tour/ticket information
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 55 rooms include comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to perks such as free WiFi.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Daily housekeeping, desks and phones

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • Street parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: COP 18,000 for adults and COP 12,000 for children
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Indoor pool (guest access)
  • Stereo
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby indoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

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

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 5 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

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 the following charge at the property: Colombia value-added tax (VAT) at 19%. A VAT exemption is available to travellers who present a valid passport and tourist visa showing that they are not a resident of Colombia and who pay using a foreign card or via a bank transfer from outside Colombia. This exemption only applies to tourist package bookings (accommodation plus other travel services).

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately COP 18000 for adults and from COP 12000 for children
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
There is no hot water on site
If you are travelling with a child, your property may require you to present the following documents: parents travelling into Colombia with a child under 18 may be required to present the child's birth certificate and photo ID (passport for non-Colombian citizens) at check-in. If a relative or legal guardian is travelling into Colombia with the child, that relative or legal guardian may be required to present a notarised consent of travel signed by both parents and a copy of both parents' ID. If only one parent is travelling into Colombia with the child, that parent may be required to present a notarised 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 San Felipe Plaza
Hotel San Felipe Plaza Cartagena
San Felipe Plaza
San Felipe Plaza Cartagena
Hotel San Felipe Plaza
Dorado Plaza Centro Historico
Hotel Dorado Plaza Centro Histórico Hotel
Hotel Dorado Plaza Centro Histórico Cartagena
Hotel Dorado Plaza Centro Histórico Hotel Cartagena

Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel Dorado Plaza Centro Histórico pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Hotel Dorado Plaza Centro Histórico?

This hotel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Hotel Dorado Plaza Centro Histórico?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Hotel Dorado Plaza Centro Histórico?

Checkout is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Hotel Dorado Plaza Centro Histórico located?

Located in Cartagena Walled City, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Clock Tower and Cartagena de Indias Convention Center. San Felipe de Barajas Castle and Bocagrande Beach are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Reviews

Hotel Dorado Plaza Centro Histórico Reviews

7.6

Good

8.2

Cleanliness

7.8

Location

8.2

Staff & service

7.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 176 out of 505 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 163 out of 505 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 90 out of 505 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 35 out of 505 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 41 out of 505 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Irene

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All the persons working in the hotel are so helpful in every question we have and nice people courtesy and clean hotel in the middle of the party every night we have party and we walking around to the hotel We never pick a taxi because we have everything near thanks
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

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

Nice place in Historic District

Very spacious room, nice size bed and good breakfast
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Ivan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The property was good it just sucks that it did not have hot water to shower the baby but other than that it was good
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Liked: Amenities
Is good hotel and very nice service for customers
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Owen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The front desk staff were very accommodating and professional.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Eugene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was great. In a good location near the center. Rooms were good. Room had no hot water. Overall I was happy with my stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Holly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This hotel is in the perfect location and was excellent for exploring Getsamani and the Walled City. Rooms are basic and comfortable and clean. The hotel is in a very lively, busy area so it is quite noisy. We changed rooms a couple of times and the staff were very helpful and accommodating, but it was still always very loud. Bring earplugs and you will be fine. Breakfast was yummy with lots of variety and coffee and fresh juice. I would recommend this hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy to access all tourist attraction by walking or taxi… Walkable to tourist pick up area. Outside the hotel not clean and traffic due to construction. Safe to walk at night
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Felipe de J.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Outstanding professional service; facilities need upgrade
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

6/10 Okay

Shideh

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Staff were very nice and attentive. It was at a great location, near everything. However the hotel was very simple and things were not updated. We had to change room because there was no hot water in the room. The next room water was dripping from the air conditioner and we had to have few towels to cover the water all the time.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Yakelin

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very friendly and helpful. Overall the property is old because is in the middle of the Historic Center. Location is great, walking distance to the majority of the touristic areas. The standard rooms DONT include hot water in the shower, only the supreme rooms or by request. I didn't know that and had to take cold shower :( The manager offered me another room but I didn’t want to pack again just for 1 day.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Krystell

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, about a 3 minute drive walk into the walled city and a 3 minute walk into Getsemani neighborhood. Lots of food vendors and restaurants and shops nearby. About a 15-20 minute drive to the airport and 10 minute drive to the Playa Azul beach area. The staff were all sooo friendly. Felt safe. The hotel is older and it shows but the beds were clean and the giant flat screen tvs had netflix. The showers have warm water, some of the rooms have a balcony. The area is in a party zone so if youre looking for quiet this is not the area for you. Buffet breakfast was decent with croissants pastries fruit juice coffee eggs sausages and mini pancakes
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Shannon Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was an excellent place to stay! It’s very clean and there is someone at the front desk and door at all times so it’s very safe! Continental breakfast was excellent every day! The location Is walkable to all points of interest and great restaurants and markets! Also the marina and beach! The one thing to note is that it does sit on the corner of two busy streets so it is not the quietest. If you are looking for serene, this is not the place. That is the only negative thing I can say. There was one night time front desk guy that was rude when we needed help at one point which is the only reason I gave service 4 stars. Everyone else on the staff was wonderful.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very basic! To me this is a 2 stars property overall. Staff is very nice, but they are limited by the property resources. The mattress were horrible; we have no fridge but I asked and they brought us one; the toilet seat was broken, I told them and they fixed it; maybe I should have said something about the mattresses; breakfast is very limited, I suggest going early; friendly staff. If I can afford a better hotel I would go to another one. We ran into, mainly, European tourists (France and Italy) and Mexicans. Location is convenient to visit the walled city.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Josef

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel and grate location

10/10 Excellent

Yovana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location at a walking distance from main attraction. The property is clean and the staff is friendly and professional.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

SHANNON

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

Pleasant Stay

I had a pleasant stay at the Dorado Plaza it was steps away from all the restaurants and local bars. The front desk was very nice & check-in was quick.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Adriana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, great service, safe and easy to walk around.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Odelaise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice and helpful staff.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Ode

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Near evevrywhere
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Because is very close to my place vicit
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brooke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great. The perfect location for just about any and all activites you will do in Cartagena.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barry

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

Good hotel

Great location , very clean, older hotel well maintained. Good breakfast, friendly staff. Speak English. Reasonable priced.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

4/10 Poor

Michael

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Old building, pictures were photoshoped, towels were ragged, poor service
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mohamad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, good breakfast and awesome staff. Some of the staffs speak English which made it easy for me to communicate. The staff at this hotel are wonderful, they help you with any thing you want. Rolando is the best!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023