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Guest house · Cartagena · Bolivar

Hostal Viva Mar

A small, no-frills guest house in Cartagena with seven rooms, air conditioning, and a shared kitchen, about 10 minutes' drive from Plaza Santo Domingo.

  • Air conditioning in every room
  • Shared kitchen and washing machine
  • Check-in until 21:00
6.8 Nice 88 reviews Booking.com 6.8 · 88 reviews

About

Hostal Viva Mar

Hostal Viva Mar is a small guest house in Cartagena, Bolivar, with just seven rooms. It sits roughly 10 minutes' drive from Plaza Santo Domingo and about 5 km from Rafael Nunez International airport. The Rafael Nunez Museum and House is around 25 minutes' walk away.

The property keeps things simple: air-conditioned rooms, a shared kitchen, a patio, and a washing machine. Wi-Fi is available, and the guest house is strictly non-smoking with no pets allowed. Check-in runs from 15:00 to 21:00, and check-out from 09:00 to 12:00.

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Wi-Fi
  • No pets allowed
  • Air conditioning
  • Patio
  • Washing machine

In brief

What works, what to weigh

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Strengths

3 reasons to book
  • High comfort rating — Guests rate comfort at 10 out of 10, the highest category score.
  • Strong staff score — Staff receive an 8.2 rating, the second-highest category.
  • Air conditioning included — Air conditioning is listed as an amenity, valuable in Cartagena's warm climate.
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Worth weighing

4 to weigh
  • Limited check-in window — Check-in is only from 15:00 to 21:00, which may be tight for late arrivals.
  • No pets allowed — Pets are not permitted, so travelers with animals must look elsewhere.
  • Shared bathroom in queen room — The Queen Room has a shared bathroom, not private.
  • Small property — With only seven rooms, availability may be limited and the setting is intimate.

01 — Rooms

Rooms & rates

High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.

Shared Bathroom Queen Room

  • 1 Queen-size bed

Basic Triple Room

  • Sleeping arrangements for 3 persons

Twin Room

  • 2 Single beds

02 — Amenities

Services & amenities

Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.

General

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Wi-Fi
  • Air conditioning

Kitchen & Laundry

  • Shared kitchen
  • Washing machine

Outdoor & Entertainment

  • Patio
  • Flat-screen TV

Restrictions

  • No pets allowed

03 — Reviews

What guests say

Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.

6.8
Nice 88 reviews

Guest-rated 6.8/10 from 88 reviews

Booking.com · 6.8 · 88 reviews

04 — Location

Getting around Cartagena

The property sits in Cartagena.

Plaza Santo Domingo: About 10 minutes' drive away, this is a central square in Cartagena's old town.

Rafael Nunez Museum and House: Roughly 25 minutes' walk from the guest house, this cultural venue honors a former Colombian president.

Rafael Nunez International Airport: Located about 5 km from the property, convenient for travelers flying in or out.

1602 Calle 52, Cartagena, Bolivar, 130002, Colombia

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05 — Good to know

Policies & conditions

Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.

Check-in
From 15:00-21:00
Check-out
By 09:00-12:00
Cancellation
Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
Payment
Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
Pets
Not allowed
Property
6 rooms

06 — Questions

Frequently asked

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 15:00 to 21:00, and check-out is from 09:00 to 12:00.

Are pets allowed at Hostal Viva Mar?

No, pets are not allowed.

Does the hotel have air conditioning?

Yes, air conditioning is listed as an amenity.

Is there a shared kitchen?

Yes, the property includes a shared kitchen.

What room types are available?

There are three room types: a Shared Bathroom Queen Room with one queen-size bed, a Basic Triple Room with sleeping arrangements for three persons, and a Twin Room with two single beds.

Are there non-smoking rooms?

Yes, all rooms are non-smoking.

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The bottom line

Hostal Viva Mar is a straightforward budget option in Cartagena, best for travelers who prioritize comfort and a helpful staff over luxury. Its limited check-in hours and shared bathroom in one room type require planning, but air conditioning and a shared kitchen add practical value.

6.8Based on ratings and provided data.

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