At Hotel Playa Norte, you'll be 0.6 km (0.4 mi) from La Boquilla Beach and 5.1 km (3.2 mi) from Marbella Beach. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .This smoke-free hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a business centre and a 24-hour front desk. Added amenities include a snack bar/deli and a banquet hall. .Places within a 15-minute drive of this 3.5-property class La Boquilla hotel include San Felipe de Barajas Castle and Clock Tower.
What's nearby
La Boquilla Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Las Americas International Convention Center - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
Marbella Beach - 10 min drive - 5.8 km
Clock Tower - 14 min drive - 8.8 km
Playa Manzanillo - 15 min drive - 10.9 km
Getting around
Cartagena (CTG-Rafael Núñez Intl.) - 13 min drive
Restaurants
Juan Valdez Café - 12 min drive
Juan Valdez Café - 12 min drive
Puerto Vallarta - 6 min drive
Subway - 13 min drive
La Tasca Ibérica Cartagena - 6 min drive
About this property
Hotel Playa Norte
Hotel with free parking, 7-minute walk to La Boquilla Beach
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. WiFi is free in public spaces. Business amenities include a business centre and meeting rooms. Self parking is free.
This 3.5-star Cartagena hotel is smoke free.
46 guestrooms or units
Conference rooms
Deli
Business facilities
Front desk (24 hours)
No smoking on site
Dining venue
Hotel Playa Norte offers 46 air-conditioned accommodations, with a hairdryer. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.
Bathrooms include a shower. This Cartagena hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before noon
Special check-in instructions
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; 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 Hotel Playa Norte
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available.
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.
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 and cash
Cashless transactions are available
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
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 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and cash. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
Property Registration Number 78638
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.
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.
Property is also known as
Hotel Playa Norte Hotel
Hotel Playa Norte by DecO
Hotel Playa Norte Cartagena
Hotel Playa Norte by DOT Light
Hotel Playa Norte Hotel Cartagena
Frequently asked questions
What is the cancellation policy at Hotel Playa Norte?
Hotel Playa Norte offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.
How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Playa Norte?
As of 8 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Playa Norte on 9 Nov 2025 start from NZ$50.23, excluding 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 Hotel Playa Norte?
Yep, Hotel Playa Norte has a free self car park.
Are there any beaches close to Hotel Playa Norte?
Yep, Hotel Playa Norte is a short 7-minute walk from La Boquilla Beach.
Does Hotel Playa Norte have a pool?
Hotel Playa Norte has an outdoor pool. The pool is open 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hotel Playa Norte?
No, Hotel Playa Norte does not offer an airport shuttle service.
Is there a bar or restaurant at Hotel Playa Norte?
Yep, you can grab a meal at Hotel Playa Norte's onsite restaurant.
What time are check-in & check-out at Hotel Playa Norte?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.
Are pets allowed at Hotel Playa Norte?
No, pets and service animals are not allowed.
Hotel Playa Norte Reviews
Reviews
6.2
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It was the worst experience ever. Once you enter the street you have 2 guys or more saying you cannot enter the street like if you are trespassing. You walk in the lobby of the hotel, a lot of flies no air conditioning , not at least one fan. There is no elevator. The room is not okay as well. Tvs are full of dust. Bathroom door won’t close, No hot water. The bed are harder than a rock really really uncomfortable especially for pregnant women who has to sleep on their side. I am currently pregnant and now my hips hurts because of how hard the beds were. If you were hungry you couldn’t eat in the hotel where they have their own restaurant because it was only for the VIPS never understood what that meant. Honestly the worst experience I have had especially pregnant. Really upset about my experience I would really not recommend staying there not even for a night. I Want my refund.
Me gustó mucho el servicio al cliente tanto de la recuperación como la cocinera . Todos fueron súper amables y serviciales. Muy buena actitud y presentación. Lo único malo es que si está retirado para ir al centro pero para todo hay solución UBER. Gracias por sus atenciones.
This hotel was in the perfect location. It was walking distance from the beach and there was a hotel on site. My only two issues were that I found these tiny ant-like bugs in my room on the floor. I also didn’t like that I had a shared balcony with a room next to me (the girls were partying all night). Other than that, I was pleased with my stay.
Brooke
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
4/10 Poor
Juana
12 Jun 2023
Juana
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
2/10 Terrible
Aina
11 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
DO NOT STAY HERE!!!
I WAS ROBBED BY A MAN WITH A MACHETE ON A BEACH AROUND 8 AM, next to this hotel.
There wasn't WATER in the hotel in the morning. The toilet wasn't flushing and I even couldn't wash my face. Staff is friendly there but nobody speaks English. Even a little bit. I couldn't stay in that stinky room (there is humidity there so if there is no water room stinks almost immediately), so I went to the beach a bit earlier than I planned.
IT IS UNSAFE THERE. I'm giving this hotel a negative star for safety. Stay in the hotels 1km closer to the airport. That area is more in control by police who is by the way friendly and helpful but don't speak English either
Aina
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
4/10 Poor
Carlon
22 Mar 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
First the picture of the bedrooms are mis leading . Let's start with the
pro:
1. Staff very friendly
2. Across the road from the beach
3. A supermarket on the ground floor
4. Rooms fairly clean
Cons:
1. This is not suited for a couple as the room are very basic ( bed, TV, side lamp table).
2. Walk with your own towels ( hotel own poor quaility)
3. No elevator and i was on the 4th floor
4. Noisy area, one neighbor played music night and day
5. Power went for 1 day and no generator , even the neighbor had a generator to play music whole day
Basically if you are single and just looking for a resting spot this may suit your needs, as i mentioned not suited for a couple.
Nothing seemed to work well. It started with the lock that was loose, flimsy doors, easy to break in, not a secure place at all, faulty AC, no internet, no TV service. Very bad.
A nuestra llegada al hotel Playa Norte fue un recibimiento muy cordial muy amables las chicas. En general fue muy buena nuestra estadía el servicio de piscina el servicio que ofrecen de Restaurante en general muy bueno la limpieza excelente en general fue una estaría muy muy agradable es un hotel normal muy bueno pues yo si lo recomiendo y muchas gracias a todo el personal del hotel de playa norte