Solid 3 star - Hotel Regatta Cartagena, Cartagena Traveller Reviews

sdjimbob

San Diego, CA

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“Solid 3 star”

Reviewed 19 December 2011

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I stayed 5 nights. The hotel is a little bit worn. It probably hit its peak around 1987. My room seemed like a huge converted apartment. It had an enormous living room/dining area/kitchen, with all the cabinets glued closed, and the refrigerator replaced with a mini-bar fridge. The area was completely useless. In the bedroom was an surprisingly comfortable bed and mattress. A/C was only in the bedroom.

I think any room 6th floor or higher is going to have some sort of water view. Mine had a bay view, which was just as nice! Hotel had free wi-fi--reception will provide you the login info.

The package I'd booked included bfast and either lunch/dinner. All were buffet (sometimes self-serve, sometimes not). Food in all was a bit disappointing here, with an elementary school cafeteria vibe. Dinner always included a pig-slop type casserole.

Tour desk at hotel wasn't helpful. Find tours elsewhere. All other staff were very friendly and would always greet you.

There were two small pools. Hotel bar had a good happy hour, and reasonable drink prices. Ask for Shakira at the spa. She did a fantastic destressing massage.

They're building some huge high rise next door. Expect loud construction noise through Dec. 2012 at least, I would think!

Room Tip: Anything over the 6th or 7th floor should have some sort of water view

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MariaS74

Sydney, Australia

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“Average but a great view”

Reviewed 29 July 2011

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We chose to stay in front of the beach rather than in the old town as we love the beach. The old town is only a 5 minute cab ride away. If you want all of the amenities then I dont suggest to stay here as it's quite basic although spacious. We had a fantastic view of the beach. If you're not fussy I suggest to stay here.

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RoseAustralia73

Sydney, Australia

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4 helpful votes

“Fine and Comfortable”

Reviewed 29 July 2011

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Hotel Regatta is situated in Bocagrande directly across from the beach, be sure to ask for water views as it's worth waking up to in the morning. The rooms are spacious and they were clean. For two people we were give a 2 bedroom room which seemed more apartment style however without a kitchen to cook in, 2 toilets and one bathroom in the main bedroom. If you are seeking a hotel with all the hotel amenities, this isn't it. The service was fine however if you have breakfast included make sure you get there on time otherwise they lock the door and you miss out!

Room Tip: Be sure to ask for a room with a beach view

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reynoso91

Guadalajara, Mexico

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4 helpful votes

“I loved the hotel and the service”

Reviewed 10 May 2011

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I reviewed some hotels before picked up this one, and I got so lucky because the hotel is very nice, clean, well location.
the room is very nice and large, A/C worked very good, WC clean. the only issue is the TV , a 26" size but it worked ok.
Personnel is nice, they explain to you all you need. Breakfast included is good, but make sure stay at least 30 minutes before 9:30AM to enjoy it.
also include wi-fi connection

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Robin1979

London

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10 helpful votes

“Great service, nice views, lovely bed.”

Reviewed 18 April 2011

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Stayed for 2 nights with my fiance. We were on a slight budget so we bought cheap flights from Bogota to Cartagena which meant we arrived at the hotel at 9am, 3 hours before check in. Despite this, they let us check in to our room at 10am, 5 hours early. This left us free to enjoy our first day. The room was large, the bed was huge and very comfortable and the view was fantastic. The room was perhaps a little bit tired but it was clean. Breakfast was ok one day and not so nice the next - ok overall. Air con in the room worked fine and it is directly opposite the beach and a 5 minutes taxi ride to the beautiful Old Town and 15 minutes to the Airport.

The staff were very good - helpful, friendly and polite. I would recommend it.