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title: "Charleston Santa Teresa Cartagena — Cartagena"
description: "A five-star at Plaza de Santa Teresa — walled-city address, spa and fitness listed, exceptional cleanliness and staff scores — with ongoing renovations named as the main con."
url: "https://travelshifu.com/hotels/cartagena/charleston-santa-teresa-cartagena/"
type: "hotel review"
source: "TravelShifu"
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# Charleston Santa Teresa Cartagena

A five-star at Plaza de Santa Teresa — walled-city address, spa and fitness listed, exceptional cleanliness and staff scores — with ongoing renovations named as the main con.

## Verdict

The walled-city pick if you want centro walkability and luxury service scores — accept ongoing renovations as a live risk and value for money at 8.55 as the softest category.

There are no POI distance rows in our seed. The address is Carrera 3 # 31-23, Centro Plaza de Santa Teresa — that is the product. Location scores 9.55 out of 10, with walking distance to attractions as the recurring praise.

The supplier rating is 9.2 out of 10 from 125 reviews, captured 17 January 2026. Cleanliness, service and location all score 9.55; room quality and amenities 9.05; food and beverage 9.05; overall experience 9.25; value for money is the softest at 8.55. Ongoing renovations are the named con — plan for scaffolding or noise rather than assuming a seamless luxury week.

Facilities include a full-service spa, fitness centre, shopping on site, wedding services and tours/ticket assistance. Breakfast is available for a surcharge. Nearby water sports are listed as nearby rather than on site — scuba, kayaking and sailing are “nearby” in the amenity list.

Pros stack high: exceptional staff, cleanliness, location, room quality, amenities and food. The renovation caveat is the honest edge against a 9.2 headline — read it before you pay centro luxury money.

## Is Charleston Santa Teresa worth the walled-city premium?

If centro walkability is the trip, yes — location scores 9.55 out of 10 from 125 reviews as of 17 January 2026, with cleanliness and service at the same level. Factor in renovations as a live risk and value at 8.55 if you are price-sensitive.

## Does it have a pool?

Pool umbrellas appear in the amenity list, implying pool facilities, but we cite only what the first 25 amenities and guest analysis support. Confirm pool access on the partner offer for your dates.

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