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Cartagena, Colombia

Four Seasons Cartagena

Four Seasons Cartagena is set to open Mid 2025 in the heart of Getsemani, Cartagena’s vibrant, art-filled district. The hotel will offer expertly curated experiences such as salsa dancing lessons, rum and chocolate tastings, and private tours of local art galleries; get ready to fully immerse yourself in the local culture. Four Seasons Cartagena is set to open Mid 2025 in the heart of Getsemani, Cartagena’s vibrant, art-filled district. The hotel will offer expertly curated experiences such as salsa dancing lessons, rum and chocolate tastings, and private tours of local art galleries; get ready to fully immerse yourself in the local culture.
Four Seasons Cartagena is set to open Mid 2025 in the heart of Getsemani, Cartagena’s vibrant, art-filled district. The hotel will offer expertly curated experiences such as salsa dancing lessons, rum and chocolate tastings, and private tours of local art galleries; get ready to fully immerse yourself in the local culture. Four Seasons Cartagena is set to open Mid 2025 in the heart of Getsemani, Cartagena’s vibrant, art-filled district. The hotel will offer expertly curated experiences such as salsa dancing lessons, rum and chocolate tastings, and private tours of local art galleries; get ready to fully immerse yourself in the local culture.
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Location

In the Caribbean Colombian coastal city of Cartagena, known for its walls and forts, colourful colonial architecture, and cobbled streets, the best place to be is in the art-filled neighbourhood of Getsemani. From here, it’s easy to stroll to the walled city and all other historic landmarks.
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Accommodation

Cartagena’s Four Seasons hotel is set to add a different dimension to the possibilities presented by this increasingly appreciated and fascinating city. Having more than 130 rooms and suites means that it is on a scale where professionalism, service, efficiency and facilities can be guaranteed. Indeed, with eight restaurants and bars, a 24 hour fitness centre, a spa with six treatment rooms, two ballrooms, and two rooftop swimming pools, this place offers an array of treats to satisfy even the most demanding guest.
If this sounds like it might be impersonally large and standardised, think again. The Four Seasons Cartagena is housed within historic buildings such as the 16th-century Francisco Temple and the 1920s Beau-Arts Club Cartagena: buildings with characterful stories that have been lovingly restored, enhanced and modernised in the best possible taste. Naturally, in such an eclectic mixture of buildings, room choices are diverse, but what you can count on is that they have the Four Seasons level of attention to comfort and quality. The interior design by Francois Catroux, who is equally at home with Spanish-Colonial and sophisticated contemporary styles, is exquisite.
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Experiences

  • You’re right on the doorstep of the UNESCO-listed walled city, a fascinating place to explore. The walls were built to protect the settlement from pirate invaders.
  • The local neighbourhood of Getsemani is still a place where traditional ways of life flourish. Also, it’s a place loved by inspirational artists. Take a tour of the street art and visit a workshop or gallery or two.
  • Other great attractions in Cartagena include the Gold Museum and the chilling but fascinating Museum of the Inquisition.
  • For great views, don’t just rely on the hotel’s rooftop pools and bar; head to the hill crowned by the convent of La Popa.
  • Why not take a day trip to the idyllic Rosario Islands? This nearby archipelago is a great place for snorkelling and lounging on white sand beaches.
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