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VelaNova Paradise - HotelRetreat

3.0 star property

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Suite, Pool View | Terrace/patio
Suite, Pool View
Double Room, Balcony, Pool View
Double Room, Pool View | Terrace/patio
Double Room, Garden View

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is NZ$306
6 Apr - 7 Apr

Explore the area

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Isla Fuerte, Cartagena, Bolívar, 130027
  • Place, San Diego Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Tun Tun Tree
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Piedra Point

Room options

Suite, Pool View

  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Double Room, Pool View

  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Double Room, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Double Room, Balcony, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Double Room, Balcony, Pool View

  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Superior Suite, Pool View

  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

Family Room, Balcony, Pool View

  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Single Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds

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About the area

Cartagena

At VelaNova Paradise - HotelRetreat, you'll be within steps of San Diego Beach. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free daily breakfast. .Pura Vida is the hotel's own bar. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a garden. Each morning free English breakfast is offered between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM. .Sights near this 3-property class Cartagena hotel include Tun Tun Tree and Walking Tree.

What's nearby

  • San Diego Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Tun Tun Tree - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Restaurants

  • Restaurante Doña Tere

About this property

VelaNova Paradise - HotelRetreat

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the pool bar. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

An outdoor pool, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at VelaNova Paradise - HotelRetreat.

This 3-star Cartagena hotel is smoke free.

  • 9 guestrooms or units
  • English breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
VelaNova Paradise - HotelRetreat offers 9 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and a safe. Bathrooms include bathrobes and complimentary toiletries. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining

Restaurants on site

  • Pura Vida

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: COP 30000 per pet (varies based on length of stay)

Children and extra beds

  • Children 13 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 13 are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • You may be required to pay the following charge at the property: Colombia value-added tax (VAT) at 19%. A VAT exemption is available to travellers who present a valid passport and tourist visa showing that they are not a resident of Colombia and who pay using a foreign card or via a bank transfer from outside Colombia. This exemption only applies to tourist package bookings (accommodation plus other travel services).

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 30000 per pet (varies based on length of stay)

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

Property Registration Number 226241

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.
  • Children 13 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to VelaNova Paradise - HotelRetreat?

The closest beach to VelaNova Paradise - HotelRetreat is San Diego Beach (0.1 km).

How much does it cost to stay at VelaNova Paradise - HotelRetreat?

As of 2 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at VelaNova Paradise - HotelRetreat on 6 Apr 2026 start from NZ$306, 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.

Does VelaNova Paradise - HotelRetreat have a pool?

VelaNova Paradise - HotelRetreat has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella and with a coldie from the bar.

Does VelaNova Paradise - HotelRetreat serve breakfast?

Yep, free English brekkie is offered daily between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at VelaNova Paradise - HotelRetreat?

No, VelaNova Paradise - HotelRetreat does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at VelaNova Paradise - HotelRetreat?

Yep, they've got a poolside bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at VelaNova Paradise - HotelRetreat?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

VelaNova Paradise - HotelRetreat Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 1 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 1 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Roman

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Zimmer sind gut und schon. Man fühlt sich wie auf einer Oase. Bestes Hotel in der Insel Fuerte.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026