At Holiday Inn Express Cartagena Bocagrande by IHG you'll be within a short 5-minute stroll of Bocagrande Beach and Malecón Bahía de las Ánimas. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and a complimentary breakfast. .A pampering day can include deep-tissue massages and hot stone massages. Enjoy the gym and pool loungers. 2691 square feet (250 square metres) of event facilities include meeting rooms and conference space, and other business amenities include a 24-hour business centre. Plus you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this 4-property class Bocagrande hotel include Cartagena de Indias Convention Center and Clock Tower.
What's nearby
Bocagrande Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Castillo Grande Beach - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
El Laguito Beach - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
Clock Tower - 5 min drive - 2.1 km
Cartagena de Indias Convention Center - 5 min drive - 2.4 km
Getting around
Cartagena (CTG-Rafael Núñez Intl.) - 17 min drive
Restaurants
Crepes & Waffles - 1 min walk
McDonald's - 1 min walk
Morena Marisqueria - 2 min walk
7 Cielos - 4 min walk
Restaurante Arabe Internacional - 4 min walk
About this property
Holiday Inn Express Cartagena Bocagrande by IHG
Hotel with free breakfast, a short walk to Bocagrande Beach
Holiday Inn Express Cartagena Bocagrande by IHG offers its guests an outdoor pool and a fitness centre. Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. Free breakfast is served daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.
A 24-hour business centre and meeting rooms are available. Event space at this hotel measures 2691 square feet (250 square metres) and includes conference space. A terrace, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly Holiday Inn Express Cartagena Bocagrande by IHG. Self parking is free.
This 4-star Cartagena hotel is smoke free.
1 building
200 guestrooms or units
14 levels
Conference rooms
2691 sq ft of conference space
250 sq. m of conference space
Built in 2015
Buffet breakfast (free)
Deli
Towels for the beach
Poolside lounge chairs
Business centre (24 hours)
Conference space
Dry cleaning
Self-service laundry
Front desk (24 hours)
Express check-out
Staff members are multilingual
Storage area for luggage
Front desk safe
Tour and ticket information
Terrace
Newspapers in lobby (free)
No smoking on site
Dining venue
Holiday Inn Express Cartagena Bocagrande by IHG offers 200 air-conditioned accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 42-inch LED televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include a shower.
This Cartagena hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Hypo-allergenic bedding and hairdryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Free self parking on site
Food and drink
Free buffet breakfast available 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 6:30 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends
A restaurant
Snack bar/deli
Things to do
Gym
Outdoor pool
Family friendly
In-room cot
Laundry facilities
Outdoor pool
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Snack bar/deli
Soundproofed rooms
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Free newspapers in lobby
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Vending machine
Guest services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Tour and ticket assistance
Business services
2,691 square feet of conference space
24-hour business centre
Computer station
Meeting rooms
Outdoors
Beach towels
Pool loungers
Terrace
Spa
Couples treatment rooms
Deep-tissue massages
Hot stone massages
Prenatal massages
Sports massages
Swedish massages
Thai massages
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Wheelchair accessibility
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible gym
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
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1 building
14 floors
Banquet hall
Built in 2015
Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
Blackout drapes
Free cot
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop mattress
Premium bedding
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Bathroom
Hair dryer (on request)
Private bathroom
Shower
Towels provided
Entertainment
42-inch LED TV with premium cable channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Limited room service
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Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Desk
Free local calls
Iron/ironing board
Laptop workspace
Laptop-compatible safe
Phone
Soundproofed rooms
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Renovations and closures
The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from 26 February to 28 February:
Swimming pool
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets: COP 110000 per pet, per day
Only dogs and cats are allowed
Maximum 1 (weight limit: 22 lb per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Food and water bowls are available
Restrictions apply
For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Service animals are exempt from fees.
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Rollaway/extra beds are available for COP 110000.0 per night.
Free cots (infant beds)!
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. 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).
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.
Pet fee: COP 110000 per pet, per day
Service animals are exempt from fees
Rollaway bed fee: COP 110000.0 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
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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
We should mention
Visitors travelling with a child may be required by the property to present the following documents: at check-in, parents travelling into Colombia with a child under 18 may be obligated to present the child's birth certificate and photo ID (passport for non-Colombian citizens). If a relative or legal guardian is travelling into Colombia with the child, that relative or legal guardian may be obligated to present a notarised consent of travel signed by both parents, along with 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 planning to travel with children should consult a Colombian consulate office in advance of travel for additional guidance.
Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
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Frequently asked questions
What is the cancellation policy at Holiday Inn Express Cartagena Bocagrande by IHG?
Holiday Inn Express Cartagena Bocagrande by IHG offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.
How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express Cartagena Bocagrande by IHG?
As of 20 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Cartagena Bocagrande by IHG on 1 Oct 2025 start from NZ$186.96, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is parking available at Holiday Inn Express Cartagena Bocagrande by IHG?
Yep, Holiday Inn Express Cartagena Bocagrande by IHG has a free self car park.
Are there any beaches close to Holiday Inn Express Cartagena Bocagrande by IHG?
Yep, Holiday Inn Express Cartagena Bocagrande by IHG is a short 3-minute walk from Bocagrande Beach.
Does Holiday Inn Express Cartagena Bocagrande by IHG have a pool?
Holiday Inn Express Cartagena Bocagrande by IHG has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.
What makes Holiday Inn Express Cartagena Bocagrande by IHG a romantic place to stay?
Couples spa treatments, plus pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Holiday Inn Express Cartagena Bocagrande by IHG.
Is Holiday Inn Express Cartagena Bocagrande by IHG family-friendly?
You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a deli, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Holiday Inn Express Cartagena Bocagrande by IHG is a hit with families.
Does Holiday Inn Express Cartagena Bocagrande by IHG serve breakfast?
Yep, our travelers are hooked on the free buffet breakfast here!
Available weekdays from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM and weekends between 6:30 AM and 11:00 AM, this is the perfect place to fuel up for a big day of adventure.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Holiday Inn Express Cartagena Bocagrande by IHG?
No, Holiday Inn Express Cartagena Bocagrande by IHG does not offer an airport shuttle service.
Is there a bar or restaurant at Holiday Inn Express Cartagena Bocagrande by IHG?
Yep, you can grab a meal at Holiday Inn Express Cartagena Bocagrande by IHG's onsite restaurant.
What time are check-in & check-out at Holiday Inn Express Cartagena Bocagrande by IHG?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.
Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Express Cartagena Bocagrande by IHG?
Cats and dogs are welcome at Holiday Inn Express Cartagena Bocagrande by IHG, with food and water bowls on offer. Just so you know, there's a limit of one pet, with a maximum weight of up to 10 kg per pet.