Hotel Bantu by Faranda Boutique, a member of Radisson Individuals

I did extensive research reading travel blogs and hotel reviews and looked into around 20 different hotels in the old city and several Airbnb’s prior to booking Bantu. Bantu seemed too good to be true for the price, but I assure you it exceeded expectations. My stay was 4 nights. Fabian at the front desk went above and beyond to make sure we had everything we needed. We speak very little Spanish and had no issues communicating with everyone at the hotel. The rooms are cozy but stylish. Bed is very comfortable. Air conditioning worked great. Water was hot. Large TV and I was able to stream Netflix to TV. I had no complaints. I had read the lighting was dim in some reviews, and it wasn’t super bright in the rooms, but plenty fine for me to do makeup. The hotel has a beautiful ground floor pool and also a rooftop pool and hot tub. They are small but perfect for a dip after waking around the hot city. The breakfast was exceptional with coffee, fresh fruit juice, pastries, bacon, empanadas, fruit, yogurt parfaits. The hotel also serves lunch and dinner which we did not eat at so cannot speak to that. I felt very safe the whole time. Overall, I am so happy I booked Hotel Bantu! I never write reviews but they deserve so much praise and thanks. So thank you to the staff who made our trip unforgettable.

The location of the hotel is perfect physically right in the Centre with Carrera 7 to the left that runs north-south where there are many good restaurants. And Carrera 9 to the right that takes you up to Plaza San Diego and to the La Serrezuela mall with many other good restaurants along that route. Walking along those route felt very safe with a lot of tourists along those routes which are very well lit at night. Due to its location, it’s just away from the noisy areas so that you can get a good night’s rest. All the hotel staff were very hospitable, friendly and very attentive to any requests. The main entrance gate is locked and reception was always there to “buzz” you in and out. The hotel has its colonial architectural structure but room are air conditioned and fitted with the essential modern amenities- good comfortable bed and pillows, modern bathroom fittings with a rainfall shower. Breakfast included some typical Colombian options like egg arepas, empanadas, tequenos. Eggs how you like it are made on request.

The hotel is very nice, located in an old building in the city centre of Cartagena, perfect location close to all attractions. It has a very nice patio and rooms are nicely decorated. It is relatively expensive for Colombian standards, but for European ones it is reasonable.

Charming, charming, charming! From the beautiful layout and architecture, to the friendly and helpful staff who greet you by name, this is a perfect hotel for a stay in the old city. Centrally located and yet also peaceful and quiet. Delicious breakfast. Super comfortable bed. Excellent air conditioning. Lovely little nooks and crannies to relax in, including two swimming pools, one of which is on the terrace. Highly recommend. Wanted to extend my stay! Gracias.

The architecture was amazing! The room was large, cool, and just beautiful. I wanted to stay in a place where I felt I was in Colombia and this place did it. The staff super friendly and helpful. Breakfast was ok but there is a ton of places to eat close by.