utterly charming hotel
South America’s most impressive fortifications. A history dating back to the 16th century. An Old Town that is an acclaimed UNESCO World Heritage Site. And an utterly charming hotel.
Set out to walk along the top of Cartagena’s historic city walls and you will find yourself ambling past colonial-style buildings and soaring churches with ornate frontages or sparkling white domes. You’ll look down on a magnificently preserved Old Town and quaint balconied houses. It will be quite a walk – especially as the walls are 11 kilometres long; the most extensive in the whole of South America.
Stroll back to your hotel and you’ll be able to relax; you had the wisdom to specify the Casa San Agustin when you were planning your luxury, tailor-made holiday to Colombia. The San Agustin is itself a colonial era, with wooden beamed ceilings and original frescoes in the library – but it also features all the modern comforts you could wish for.
Casa San Agustin, Cartagena
Casa San Agustin, Cartagena, at a glance
- Beautifully restored, small-but-luxurious hotel in central Cartagena
- Trio of colonial period buildings offering a choice of 30 spacious guest rooms and suites
- Many with private plunge pools or Jacuzzis
- Wooden beamed ceilings, traditional balconies and old world charm
- Caribbean-inspired colour themes complemented by natural fabrics and rich wood
- Ironwork beds and interesting chandeliers created by local artists
- En suite bathrooms
- Alma Restaurant serving excellent coastal Colombian cuisine, with Australasian fusion
- Cosy bar offering superb cocktails
For leisure and pleasure
- Great base for immersing yourself in the rich and colourful history of Cartagena
- Walking distance from the bay
- Close to the 11 km walls and fortifications that protected the Old Town from pirates and invaders in the past
- Quiet stroll to the tiny restaurants, quaint shops, winding alleyways and traditional houses of the Old Town
- Within easy reach of Cartagena’s historic sites, including Cartagena de Indias’ cathedral, churches and chapels
- Library with original frescoes
A hugely enjoyable nine-day trip, expertly organised from start to finish. The itinerary covered everything we wanted to see and do, with excellent guides, drivers and seamless logistics throughout. The documentation was clear and helpful, and the London office was consistently responsive, knowledgeable and efficient.
