Hotel Boutique Casa Del Coliseo, Cartagena

Hotel Boutique Casa Del Coliseo - A 17th-century colonial villa with rooftop pool, premium rooms, and historic district location

Located in Centro, this 5-star Cartagena hotel occupies a meticulously restored 17th-century colonial building designed by Colombian Miami-based designer Juan Carlos Arcila-Duque. Hotel Boutique Casa del Coliseo features 13 individually styled rooms equipped with premium bedding, air conditioning, flat-screen TVs with cable channels, safes, and complimentary WiFi. A sculptural spiral staircase leads to the rooftop terrace with a swimming pool, sun decks, pergola, and BBQ area overlooking Centro's architecture. The breakfast menu includes 5-6 options ranging from American-style eggs to regional specialties like arepas con huevo, accompanied by fresh juices and oven-warm bread. Complimentary filtered water, coffee, and tea stations are positioned outside the dining area. Casa del Coliseo stands within 0.3 miles of The Coches Square, Museo del Oro Zenu, and eight restaurants including Don Juan and Alma Restaurante-Bar. Key landmarks within 0.5 miles include the Walls of Cartagena, Las Bovedas, and the Museo Historico de Cartagena de Indias.

Pros

Original 17th-century colonial architecture preserved through meticulous restoration

Dedicated filtered water, coffee, and tea stations available throughout the day

Rooftop BBQ area with panoramic views of Centro's architecture

Intimate setting suitable for private bookings by wedding parties and corporate groups

Cons

Limited swimming pool size due to rooftop location

Street noise may be audible from balcony rooms