Zalmedina Hotel, by Bocagrande Beach, offers a sunny terrace for unwinding after exploration. The on-site restaurant saves time between adventures, and the business center keeps work flowing. Practical laundry facilities round out the convenient amenities.
Located on the waterfront, Zalmedina Hotel is in Bocagrande neighbourhood and is connected to a shopping centre. Bocagrande Beach and Port, Fortresses and Group of Monuments reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Caribbean Naval Museum and Ciudad Movil Cultural Center. 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
You can look forward to a terrace, shopping on-site and laundry facilities at Zalmedina Hotel. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a business centre and a restaurant.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
Free self-parking
A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), beach towels and a front desk safe
A TV in reception, a lift and a 24-hour front desk
Room features
All 50 rooms have comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and safes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
Rainfall showers and hairdryers
32-inch LCD TVs with cable channels
Wardrobes/cupboards, daily housekeeping and phones
24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
Area shuttle (surcharge)
Free self parking on site
Limited on-site self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Food and drink
A restaurant
Coffee and tea in common areas
Things to do
Shopping
TV in common areas
Family friendly
Laundry facilities
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Housekeeping (daily)
Porter/bellhop
Tour and ticket assistance
Business services
Business centre
Conference centre
Meeting rooms
Outdoors
Beach towels
Direct access to the beach
On the waterfront
Terrace
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
1 accessible parking space
Braille/raised signage
Front entrance ramp
Lift (110 centimetre wide door)
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible parking
More
8 floors
Banquet hall
Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
Premium bedding
Select Comfort mattress
Bathroom
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Shower
Towels provided
Entertainment
32-inch LCD TV with cable channels
Food and drink
Minibar
More
Air conditioning
Free local calls
Free weekday newspapers
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Safe
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: COP 107100
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: COP 107100
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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
1 child per adult, up to the age of 4 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for COP 70000 per night.
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
Airport shuttle fee: COP 80000 per vehicle (return)
Early check-in fee: COP 107100 (subject to availability)
Late check-out fee: COP 107100 (subject to availability)
Rollaway bed fee: COP 70000 per night
Administrative fee: COP 6196 per night
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
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
Cashless transactions are available
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
We should mention
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
Zalmedina Hotel Cartagena
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Frequently asked questions
Is Zalmedina Hotel pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Zalmedina Hotel?
As of 6 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Zalmedina Hotel on 8 Mar 2026 start from HK$590, 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 Zalmedina Hotel?
Self-parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.
What time is check-in at Zalmedina Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in is available for a fee of COP 107100 (subject to availability).
What time is check-out at Zalmedina Hotel?
Checkout is at noon. Late checkout is available for COP 107100 (subject to availability).
Does Zalmedina Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of COP 80000 per vehicle applies.
Where is Zalmedina Hotel located?
Offering direct access to the beach, this Bocagrande hotel is connected to the convention centre, steps away from Centro Comercial Nao and Bocagrande Beach. El Laguito Beach and Castillo Grande Beach are also within 10 minutes.
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Reviews
Zalmedina Hotel Reviews
7.4
Good
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7.8
Cleanliness
8.0
Location
7.8
Staff & service
7.2
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 171 reviews
10 - Excellent
53
Rating 8 - Good. 49 out of 171 reviews
8 - Good
49
Rating 6 - Okay. 42 out of 171 reviews
6 - Okay
42
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 171 reviews
4 - Poor
11
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 171 reviews
2 - Terrible
16
Reviews
6/10 Okay
Edwar
3 Apr 2025
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The property is on the 2nd floor so you need to walk up the stairs. The elevator does not go all the way down to the 1st floor. So, you will need to carry your luggage up to the 2nd floor when checking in and out.
The location is convenient for shopping and dining.
I can only say great things about the service and the people who work at the hotel. English isn’t widely spoken but all employees are super kind. Breakfast comes in two plates which are served, includes cut fruits and cheese bread ham traditional cooked plantain. There was a watermelon juice once in our stay which was amazing.
Now I want to describe my experience in-front of the hotel , the employees of the two tour agencies were attacking us every time we go in and out till we booked a trip to check out baru. We booked the 4 island tour which I want to not recommend for people who don’t like speeds. The van that picked us up was very old and hardly could breath on there. The boat that takes you in the sea is old and fast and I was having hard time. But they won’t say that to you they just want you to book. I wish we had peace going in and out of the hotel but those agents try to sell you things every time
The location is good near the beach stores and restaurants.
Jeremy the young guy who works at the hotel was always helpful.
I want to express my gratitude to the entire work team at the Zalmedina hotel. My stay with my mother was really excellent, the kindness of all the employees including the cleaning lady. Everything was excellent, every day they cleaned our room, the breakfast was excellent and the hotel is in an excellent location close to the beach, restaurants and shopping places. Thanks to the entire team at the Zalmedina hotel.
It was affordable, quiet, dispite being downtown and commercial avenue. Everything flowed nicely with the staff. B-fast was good. No complaints, will stay again and recommend
Propety was close to everything, small mercado next to it, and you can walk everywhere. You can also walk to la Torre or uber it.
Manuel Francisco
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
6/10 Okay
Randall
4 Jan 2023
Disliked: Amenities
This property is located 1 block from the beach, and close to dinning/shopping. However, for the same price you can stay at much better properties in the same area. Renter beware! Research.
Randall
2/10 Terrible
Sean
17 Sept 2024
Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Never again
Rooms with balcony was very small, bathroom small. Toilet wouldn’t flush the first night. No 24hour maid service, you couldn’t get extra towels.every time you left your room the key would connected to the air conditioner. Room was always hot when you came back
Hotel is a lot older and uglier than the pictures. When I arrived elevator wasn’t working, so I had to carry my 3 bags for 7 flight of stairs.
Room smell humid. At night I would hear the street like of I was sleeping on it.
The hotel lobby is on a second floor, so you need to carry everything up to the second floor.
At the hotel entrance there are many tour operators harassing you to buy tours, they’re very insistent and every time you go in or out the hotel they’re in your face harassing you to buy. Terrible hotel, I don’t think I have a positive thing to say about my stay.
Excelente la atención, la limpieza al máximo, volvería a este hotel. Se los recomiendo.
ANA
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
4/10 Poor
Norma Graciela
16 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
La pileta de natación no existe
El desayuno es malo
Lo único bueno es el personal que siempre fue amable a pesar de las limitaciones del edificio y servicios.
Las instalaciones ya son un poco antiguas y si requiere mantenimiento, por ejemplo el elevador, y algunos aspectos como las puertas de los baños y lavamanos cuesta que se vaya el agua..
El desayuno no esta mal, pero 5 días comiéndo huevos con jamón y una rodaja de jamón, si aburre un poco, quizás pudiesen ser un poco más creativo como repito no esta mal.. peeroo..!
El personal en su mayoría es amable y uno que otro como el como el joven de las noches de recepción, que días es amable y otros no..
Pero en general está bien.
Excelente ubicacion en una zona muy concurrida a tan solo 100 metros de la playa en Bocagrande. Variedad de comida muy cerca. A solo 10 minutos en taxi de la ciudad amurallada.