Zalmedina Hotel

3.5 star property
3.5-star beach hotel near Bocagrande Beach, connected to a shopping center

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for Zalmedina Hotel

Standard Double Room Single Use | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, minibar
Food court
Interior
Meeting facility
Front of property - evening/night

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Bocagrande, Cra. 2 #5-52 Piso 2, Cartagena, Bolívar, 130001
  • Bocagrande Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Castillo Grande Beach
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Clock Tower
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Cartagena (CTG-Rafael Núñez Intl.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

Superior Room, Partial Ocean View

  • 194 sq ft
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Large Twin Beds

Standard Triple Room, Courtyard View

  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed OR 3 Large Twin Beds

Panoramic Room, City View, Tower

  • 215 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Partial Ocean View

  • 398 sq ft
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Standard Double or Twin Room, Courtyard View

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Large Twin Beds

Superior Triple Room, Partial Ocean View

  • 194 sq ft
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed OR 3 Large Twin Beds

Triple Room Standard With Side View

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 King Bed

Double Room Superior With Panoramic View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Double Suite Premium With Panoramic View

  • Sleeps 2

Double Room Standard With Side View

  • Sleeps 2

Double Room Superior With Partial Sea View

  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Triple Room Superior With Partial Sea View

  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 King Bed

You may also like

About the neighborhood

Cartagena

Seaside stay .With a stay at this Bocagrande hotel, you'll be steps from Centro Comercial Nao and Rio Cartagena Casino. Bocagrande Beach and Malecón Bahía de las Ánimas are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Bocagrande Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • El Laguito Beach - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Castillo Grande Beach - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Clock Tower - 6 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Cartagena de Indias Convention Center - 6 min drive - 2.1 miles

Getting around

  • Rafael Nunez Intl. Airport (CTG) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kanuu Restautant (InterContinental) - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Cilantro Cevicheria & Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Pool Bar Intercontinental - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Italian Pizza & Pasta - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪El corral Bocagrande - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Zalmedina Hotel

3.5-star beach hotel near Bocagrande Beach, connected to a shopping center
There's a restaurant on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. Business amenities include a business center and meeting rooms. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and an area shuttle are available for a fee. A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and coffee/tea in a common area are also featured at Zalmedina Hotel. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Cartagena hotel is smoke free.

  • 50 guestrooms or units
  • 8 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Towels for the beach
  • Conference center
  • Business facilities
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Television in lobby
  • Onsite shopping
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
Zalmedina Hotel offers 50 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Select Comfort beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, and hair dryers.

This Cartagena hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include complimentary weekday newspapers and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English, Spanish

Similar properties

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Shopping
  • TV in common areas

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
  • Elevator (43 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

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 available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Zalmedina Hotel

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 4 years old or younger stays free, per registered adult, when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for COP 70000 per night.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • You may be required to pay VAT (19%) at the property. Nonresident travelers 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).

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: COP 80000 per vehicle (roundtrip)
  • 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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, debit cards, and cash. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Visitors traveling with a child may be required by the property to present the following documents: At check-in, parents traveling into Colombia with a child under 18 may be obligated to present the child's birth certificate and photo ID (passport for non-Columbian citizens). If a relative or legal guardian is traveling into Colombia with the child, that relative or legal guardian may be obligated to present a notarized consent of travel signed by both parents, along with a copy of both parents' ID. If only one parent is traveling into Colombia with the child, that parent may be required to present a notarized consent of travel signed by the other parent. Visitors planning to travel with children should consult a Colombian consulate office in advance of travel for additional guidance.
  • One child 4 years old or younger stays free, per registered adult, in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Hotel Zalmedina
Zalmedina
Zalmedina Cartagena
Zalmedina Hotel
Zalmedina Hotel Cartagena
Zalmedina Hotel Hotel
Zalmedina Hotel Cartagena
Zalmedina Hotel Hotel Cartagena

Frequently asked questions

How close is Zalmedina Hotel to the airport?

Zalmedina Hotel is 5.2 mi (21-min drive) away from the Rafael Nunez Intl. Airport (CTG) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Zalmedina Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Zalmedina Hotel offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of COP 80000 per vehicle, roundtrip.

How close is Zalmedina Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is a short 2-minute walk from Bocagrande Beach and 9-minute walk from El Laguito Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Zalmedina Hotel offer free breakfast?

Zalmedina Hotel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Zalmedina Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Rio Cartagena Casino (1-min walk) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Zalmedina Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in costs COP 107100 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at Zalmedina Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Zalmedina Hotel have a pool?

Zalmedina Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Zalmedina Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Zalmedina Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Zalmedina Hotel to downtown Cartagena?

Zalmedina Hotel is 1.8 mi away from Cartagena.

Zalmedina Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 169 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 48 out of 169 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 41 out of 169 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 169 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 169 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Edwar, Clifton

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.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luz Elena

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shemel

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose tito

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria, Montreal

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 17 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ferney De Jesus Sepulveda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was so great
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Miguel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Sean

Traveled with group
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
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Dante

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Rodolfo

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Luz Andrea

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Lernard

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

yesid

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Mariya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

4/10 Poor

Shaun

Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

4/10 Poor

Roger, Miami

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eva

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Alejandro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
everyone was very nice and service was quick
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jose, CLIFFSIDE PARK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

6/10 Okay

Randall

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.

10/10 Excellent

Ricardo

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
The hospitality is amazing, I strongly recommend this hotel
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anabella

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location at an affordable price. Excellent service and friendly staff.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

6/10 Okay

Gabriele

Business traveler
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

8/10 Good

Khaled

Stayed 1 night in May 2022