Step into the vibrant streets of Cartagena Walled City at Hotel Marlin Cartagena, where you can tee off on the golf course or challenge yourself on the tennis courts. Connect to in-room WiFi, store your luggage safely, and enjoy tour assistance from multilingual staff.
Reviews
6.86.8 out of 10
Good
Popular amenities
24/7 front desk
Laundry facilities
Air conditioning
Free WiFi
Main amenities (12)
Daily housekeeping
Breakfast available
Area shuttle
24-hour front desk
Air conditioning
Computer station
Front desk safe
Microwave in a common area
Fridge in a common area
Laundry service
Multilingual staff
Concierge services
Feel at home (6)
Children stay free
Cookware, dishware and utensils
Private bathroom
Television
Daily housekeeping
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Room options
Available filters for rooms
Showing 3 of 3 rooms
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Double Room
Highlights
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed
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Double Room (with fan)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed OR 1 Single Bed
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Barrio Getsemani, Calle Media Luna 10-35, Cartagena, Bolivar, 130015
What's nearby
Cartagena de Indias Convention Center - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
Clock Tower - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
Walls of Cartagena - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
San Felipe de Barajas Castle - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Bocagrande Beach - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
Getting around
Cartagena (CTG-Rafael Núñez Intl.) - 14 min drive
Area shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
El Cabildo Gastromar - 2 min walk
Colombitalia - 1 min walk
Beer Lovers Tap Room - 1 min walk
Celele - 1 min walk
Doña Lola - 1 min walk
About this property
Hotel Marlin Cartagena
When you stay at Hotel Marlin Cartagena, you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Cartagena de Indias Convention Center and Clock Tower. Also, this hostel is within a short drive of Bocagrande Beach.
Languages
English, Spanish
More about this property
At a glance
Hotel size
24 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in time starts at 2 PM
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
One child (5 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
Parents must have child's birth certificate and photo ID*
No cots (infant beds)
Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
Internet
Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Off-site
Area shuttle*
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–10:30 AM
Shared microwave
Shared fridge
Travelling with children
Children stay for free (see details)
What to do
Tennis
Working away
Computer station
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Facilities
1 building/tower
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Television in common areas
Traditional architecture
Room amenities
Be entertained
18-inch TV
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Phone
Food and drink
Fridge
Microwave
Shared kitchen access
Stovetop
Rice cooker
Cookware, dishes and utensils
More
Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
You may be required to pay VAT (19%) at the property. Non-resident travellers who pay using a foreign card or bank transfer and present a valid passport and tourist visa may be exempt from value-added tax (19%) on tourist package bookings (accommodation plus other travel service).
Optional extras
Local area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
Late checkout can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Children & extra beds
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.
Policies
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.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have lifts.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Also known as
Hostal Marlin
Hostal Marlin Cartagena
Hostal Marlin Hostel Cartagena
Marlin
Hostal Marlin
Marlin Cartagena Cartagena
Hotel Marlin Cartagena Cartagena
Hotel Marlin Cartagena Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Hotel Marlin Cartagena Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Cartagena
Frequently asked questions
Does Hotel Marlin Cartagena offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hotel Marlin Cartagena does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Hotel Marlin Cartagena?
Sorry, neither pets nor service animals are allowed.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Marlin Cartagena?
You can check in starting at 2 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability).
Is there an on-site casino at Hotel Marlin Cartagena?
No, this hostel doesn't have a casino, but Rio Cartagena Casino (7-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Hotel Marlin Cartagena and nearby?
Practise your swing on the tennis courts.
What's the area around Hotel Marlin Cartagena like?
Hotel Marlin Cartagena is in Cartagena Walled City, a short 5-minute walk from Cartagena de Indias Convention Center and 9 minutes' walk from Clock Tower.
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Hotel Marlin Cartagena Reviews
Reviews
6.8
Good
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6.4/10
Cleanliness
7.2/10
Staff & service
6.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
2/10 Poor
31 March 2018
La habitación, es apenas mas grande que la cama
Como dijo la habitación es apenas mas grande que la cama, no hay un solo gancho o clavo para colgar solo dos estantes en un hueco y un barral con 3 perchas todo lo tenes que apoyar en el suelo, y para mas no hay agua caliente en ningún horario, pase la noche y me cambie de hotel.-
Cesar
Cesar, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
20 March 2018
Verified traveller
2-night trip
6/10 Good
22 December 2017
Good location
Everything in the room felt old.. and not so fresh.
The fan only had one level and the noise was so loud, but it was tooo hot if we turned it off, so did not sleep so well.
The location was great (near to old town) and we only had 2 nights.
Cecilia
Cecilia, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
21 December 2017
Manfred
Manfred, 4-night trip
6/10 Good
15 October 2017
Tuve inconvenientes al momento del check in, ya que el recepcionistas nunca encontró mi reserva.
Finalmente pude ingresar mostrando mis correos con la confirmacion de la reserva
Marcelo
Marcelo, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
12 April 2017
Limpio, bien ubicado yprecio excelente
Muy bien un lugar perfecto para descansar y disfrutar de la Ciudad
Verified traveller
8/10 Very good
13 March 2017
Estuvo bien pero realmente falta mejorar mucho las habitaciones no son agradables
Verified traveller
10/10 Exceptional
9 March 2017
le meilleur rapport qualité prix
un excellent séjour, le plus: la cuisine bien équiper, les chambres charmantes, le personnel extrêmement serviable.
Aurore
8/10 Very good
9 February 2017
Bien situé
Bon séjour dans' l'ensemble
Alyssa
8/10 Very good
7 February 2017
Bueno
Tiene ambientes muy lindos, livings y cocina (muy equipada). La habitacion que nos tocó era demasiado pequeña para una doble matrimonial, no entraban las valijas. Habia un poco de mal olor y humedad. Limpieza de la habitacion: tenes que poner el cartelito sino no limpian. La limpieza en general del hotel es muy buena y tuvimos una buena experiencia mas allá de la habitación. Lastima algunas personas que dejaban todo demasiado sucio a la noche y no limpiaban sus platos en la cosina, igualmwnte a la mañana temprano el personal del hotel lo limpiaba.
Teco
6/10 Good
21 December 2016
La cama no es doble sino una persona y media.
Habitacion no muy limpia.
Kévin
2/10 Poor
6 December 2016
Not comfortable at all
We got a basic double room here, and it was so small and the bed took up so much space that we could barely fit ourselves + luggage into it! Being backpackers, we don't even have that much stuff. There were decorative holes in the walls near the ceiling, presumably for air flow, but they mostly let in mosquitos that ate us throughout the night.
The staff, though friendly, also didn't always seem to know what was going on, making it hard to extend our reservation or even get information about the city. Maybe it was a language barrier, but we both speak Spanish and haven't had this issue at other hotels/hostels.
Natalie
4/10 Fair
23 October 2016
Verified traveller
8/10 Very good
31 July 2016
Hernan A.
6/10 Good
1 July 2016
Stay away from this neighborhood! For your safety
The woman at the front desk was wonderful. They let you leave your key at the front desk when you go out, that should have been a clue to how unsafe the neighborhood is. Our mattress was at least as old as the beautiful antique headboard it was attached to. There is no hot water, the bathroom is so small you have to sit sideways on the toilet. The walls have mildew all over them and somehow the Wi-Fi only works in the 105 degree lobby. Once you step outside the hotel you are immediately set upon by the relentless swarms of human vultures who follow you, insisting that buy their hats, tours, and drugs. The streets are Full of taxis, each one honking at you as they go by, trying to give you a ride. The amount of harassment was overwhelming. Our first trip out of the hotel my husband had his pocket picked. The police are corrupt and threatened to throw my husband in jail for a made up charge if we didn't pay them 2,000,000 pesos! We were able to talk then down to 700,000, but only because I was crying and people were starting to stare. Stay away from this neighborhood! Please learn from our disastrous stay.
Verified traveller
8/10 Very good
11 May 2016
Overall is good
Staff are very friendly and helpful. The neighborhood has many restaurants, one travel agency, markets and it is quite close to the castle. Disadvantages are the bathroom conditions: area so small and the toilet doesn't work we'll
Ruiliang
10/10 Exceptional
6 April 2016
HOTEL ECONOMICO BIEN SITUADO EN CARTAGENA
MUY BIEN
Verified traveller
4/10 Fair
6 April 2016
Good location but that's about it
When we got to Hotel Marlin the power was out (not their fault). The staff showed us to our room via a flashlight but then left us to fend for ourselves without offering to provide any type of light source. We were able to use our cell phones for flashlights but they had low batteries and without power we were not able to charge them. Upon request they brought us a candle but we had no way to light it. Eventually the power came back on. The only window in the room opened up to the hallway so if we would have opened the window anyone walking by could look right into our room and it provided no breeze. There is a bar across the street with loud music playing well until the morning (I don't know but I would guess 5am). I brought earplugs but I could still hear the music through them. I eventually fell asleep but was woken up several times throughout the night by the hotel's cat meowing VERY LOUDLY outside our door. I'm guessing it was hungry which bothered me and if I would have had anything to feed him I would have. I was surprised the staff did not notice this and feed the poor little guy. The room we stayed in was incredibly small as was the bathroom (my knees hit the wall in front of me when I sat down and I'm only 5'5. We originally planned to stay at Hotel Marlin for 3 nights but checked out after the first night and relocated to Casa Tatis right around the corner. The rooms were the same price but much larger, no loud music or hungry cats to keep you up all night.
Liz
6/10 Good
30 March 2016
Busquen otro
Habíamos reservado una habitación con aire acondicionado y cuando llegamos la reserva era por un con ventilador. Tuvimos que poner la diferencia.
No estaba limpia la habitación.
La zona es céntrica bastante ruidosa por la noches porque es la cuadra de los boliches.
Teníamos que pedir toallas siempre y nunca estaban disponibles. ..
Busquen otro hotel
Lucia
8/10 Very good
28 March 2016
Fernando
6/10 Good
28 February 2016
Verified traveller
6/10 Good
2 January 2016
Caarolina
8/10 Very good
15 December 2015
Cartagena 2015
Cartagena is beautiful city. If you like warm weather it is a place to be
kerry
8/10 Very good
13 December 2015
Fue una experiencia muy gratificante
Kerry
2/10 Poor
29 September 2015
La peor experiencia en Cartagena
Muy mal! Es engañosa la oferta porque al llegar te dan la peor habitación, sucia, sin aire acondicionado, mal ubicada y ruidosa! Al solicitar el cambio de habitación incrementaron el costo en más de un 50%, aun siendo temporada baja! Me cobraron un late check oír de 4 horas por el costo de un día entero. En general las instalaciones son sucias y viejas, en mal estado.