Cartagena hotels
Hotel Caribe by Faranda Grand, a member of Radisson Individuals
A five-star Faranda Grand on Carrera 1a — free breakfast, spa, pools and gardens — with strong staff praise and room scores that lag the headline 8.6 out of 10.
- 5-star (official classification)
- Historic Port & Centro Edge
- Choice Hotels International
- Nearest airport CTG
Written by the TravelShifu editorial team · last checked
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The verdict
Book it for location, staff and free breakfast; do not book it expecting pristine rooms — cleanliness and room quality both sit at 7.9 with dirty arrivals and outdated features named.
There are no POI distance rows in our seed. The address is Carrera 1a No 2-87 — port and centro edge. Location scores 8.9 out of 10, with convenience for popular attractions as the praise.
The supplier rating is 8.6 out of 10 from 155 reviews, captured 12 December 2025. Service leads at 9.4; overall experience 9; amenities 8.9; value 8.4; food and beverage 8.4. Cleanliness and room quality both sit at 7.9 — the joint weak link — with dirty rooms on arrival and small, outdated rooms named in the highlights.
Facilities are generous for the price band: free breakfast, full-service spa, fitness centre, health club, sauna, steam room, arcade/game room, terrace and garden. Evening entertainment and picnic area are listed. Scuba diving is nearby, not on site.
Pros name exceptional staff, great location and beautiful property and amenities. Cons name room cleanliness and outdated room features. The 8.6 headline is real; so are the 7.9 room and cleanliness categories underneath it.
Best for
- Families who want free breakfast and pool grounds without a Barú transfer
- Travellers who prioritise staff praise (9.4 out of 10) over perfect rooms
- Anyone who wants a five-star spa and sauna near the historic port belt
Not for
- Guests who will not tolerate dirty-room complaints at upscale rates — cleanliness is 7.9 out of 10
- Anyone expecting large, modern rooms — small and outdated are named cons
- Travellers who need a private beach — this is centro edge, not Cielo Mar or Barú
Verdict last reviewed . Rates, refurbishments and management change — re-check anything time-sensitive before booking.
The supplier’s overall score
Third-party guest reviews: 8.6/10 from 155 reviews — as of
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What guests actually say
Guest sentiment at Hotel Caribe by Faranda Grand, a member of Radisson Individuals
Synthesised from published guest reviews, last run 12 December 2025. Scores are our reading of recurring themes, not an average of star ratings.
Every score and every phrase in this section is the guest analysis from our hotel data provider for Hotel Caribe by Faranda Grand, a member of Radisson Individuals, captured on 2025-12-12. TravelShifu did not compute these numbers, average them, or edit the wording.
- Overall Experience9.0 / 10Excellent
The majority of guests had a very positive experience with several recommending the hotel.
- Location8.9 / 10Excellent
The hotel is well-located near popular attractions, making it convenient for guests.
- Cleanliness7.9 / 10Good
Some rooms were noted to be dirty upon arrival, which negatively impacted the overall cleanliness perception.
- Service9.4 / 10Excellent
Most reviews praised the staff's friendliness and attentiveness, particularly highlighting a manager's exceptional service.
- Room Quality7.9 / 10Good
Rooms were described as small and somewhat outdated, but with high-quality bedding.
- Amenities8.9 / 10Excellent
The pools and grounds received positive mentions, although some gym facilities were disappointing.
- Value for Money8.4 / 10Good
The general pricing was considered high, but many guests expressed overall satisfaction with their experiences.
- Food and Beverage8.4 / 10Good
Mixed reviews on the breakfast variety and quality but overall satisfaction with other dining options.
Praised consistently
- Exceptional staff service
- Great location
- Beautiful property and amenities
Complained about consistently
- Issues with room cleanliness
- Outdated room features
Hotel Caribe by Faranda Grand, a member of Radisson Individuals in photos
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What the property says about itself
The supplier’s own copy, reproduced unedited. It is marketing — the verdict above is ours.
Unwind in luxury at Hotel Caribe by Faranda Grand, a stunning oasis in Cartagena's vibrant Bocagrande district.
Spa & Recreation
Indulge in a world of relaxation with our on-site spa, offering rejuvenating massages and facials. Enjoy three outdoor swimming pools, two hot tubs, and a state-of-the-art health club, ensuring your stay is nothing short of revitalizing.
Culinary Delights
Savor the flavors of international cuisine at the Pedro Heredia Restaurant, or take advantage of our 24-hour room service for a meal in your room. With multiple bars and cafes available, there’s a perfect spot for every drink and snack.
Convenience & Comfort
Experience ultimate comfort in our 363 air-conditioned rooms, featuring heated floors and luxurious Select Comfort beds. Stay connected with complimentary Wi-Fi and enjoy convenient amenities like a business center and roundtrip airport shuttle service.
Escape to paradise and book your unforgettable stay today!
Facilities
62 facilities as listed by the property. Shown in full rather than filtered: the same list is what the structured data on this page claims, so trimming it here would make the markup say more than the page does.
- Free breakfast
- Full-service spa
- Fitness facilities
- Proposal/romance packages available
- Arcade/game room
- Health club
- Free WiFi
- 24-hour front desk
- Terrace
- Garden
- Luggage storage
- Sauna
- Concierge service
- Wheelchair accessible
- Evening entertainment
- Picnic area
- Steam room
- Elevator
- ATM/banking
- Gift shops or newsstand
- Shopping on site
- Conference space
- Scuba diving nearby
- Television in common areas
- Safe-deposit box at front desk
- Porter/bellhop
- Smoke-free property
- Wedding services
- Pool umbrellas
- Billiards or pool table
- Tours/ticket assistance
- Wheelchair accessible parking
- Snack bar/deli
- Turkish bath/Hammam
- Miniature golf on site
- Playground on site
- Free self parking
- Free valet parking
- Airport transportation - pickup (surcharge)
- Beach umbrellas
- Free pool cabanas
- Beach sun loungers
- Pool sun loungers
- Beach towels
- Free full breakfast
- Games
- Music library
- Private picnics
- Designer stores on site
- Art gallery on site
- Secured parking
- Casino nearby
- Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
- Wheelchair-accessible van parking
- Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicle
- Wheelchair-accessible spa
- Wheelchair-accessible pool
- Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
- Wheelchair-accessible on-site restaurant
- Well-lit path to entrance
- Stair-free path to entrance
- Pool access ramp on site
Where it is, and what is near it
Address
Carrera 1a No 2-87, Cartagena, Bolivar, 130001Cartagena 130001
Colombia
+57 605 6501160
Check-in & check-out
- Check-in from
- 03:00 PM
- Latest arrival
- 12:00 AM
- Check-out by
- 12:00 PM
Nearest points of interest
Our supplier lists no landmark distances for this property — not zero landmarks nearby, simply no measured distances on file. Rather than estimate them from the coordinates, we leave it blank: the address above and the map are the reliable guide, and our Cartagena area notes cover what is worth walking to.
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Conditions worth reading before you book
The property’s own notice, reproduced unedited. Deposits, card rules and pet charges live here.
Head to head
Charleston Santa Teresa vs Hotel Caribe by Faranda Grand
Two five-star centro bets — Plaza de Santa Teresa against Carrera 1a — answering whether walled-city polish or free breakfast and port-edge value should win.
The other Cartagena hotels we cover
Charleston Santa Teresa Cartagena
5-star · Walled City & Santa Teresa
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.
Las Americas Casa de Playa
4-star · Cielo Mar Beach
A four-star on the Anillo Vial at Cielo Mar — ocean-front location score 9.87, multiple pools and spa — with cleanliness and room quality scores that undercut the 8.6 headline.
Sofitel Barú Cartagena
5-star · Barú Island & Private Beach
A five-star Sofitel on Barú — private beach, full-service spa, Turkish bath and free valet parking — with category guest scores in the high nines and a zero supplier-rating placeholder in our seed.
Hotel Caribe by Faranda Grand, a member of Radisson Individuals — common questions
- Is breakfast included at Hotel Caribe?
- Free breakfast is listed in the facility facts we cite. That is a material edge over Charleston and Sofitel Barú, where breakfast is surcharge-only in the same amenity lists. Confirm what your rate includes on the partner offer.
- How do the rooms compare with Charleston Santa Teresa?
- Charleston leads on room quality (9.05 against 7.9) and cleanliness (9.55 against 7.9), from 125 and 155 reviews respectively. Hotel Caribe wins on free breakfast and often on rate band. Full comparison: /hotels/cartagena/compare/charleston-santa-teresa-cartagena-vs-hotel-caribe-by-faranda-grand-a-member-of-radisson-individuals.
- What time is check-in and check-out at Hotel Caribe by Faranda Grand, a member of Radisson Individuals?
- Check-in is from 03:00 PM and check-out is by 12:00 PM, with the latest accepted arrival at 12:00 AM. These are the property's own published times as published by the property to our hotel data provider. Luggage storage is listed among the facilities.
- Which airport is nearest to Hotel Caribe by Faranda Grand, a member of Radisson Individuals?
- The supplier records CTG as the served airport for this property. That is the airport code our hotel data provider associates with the hotel, not a measured distance — check the route for your own arrival time before you rely on it.