Title: Ararca Travel Guide: Best of Ararca, Cartagena Travel 2025 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Ararca](https://expedia.co.uk/Ararca-Hotels.d6270307.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Cartagena](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Cartagena.d926.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Cartagena](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Cartagena.d926.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Ararca Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Ararca.d6270307.Car-Hire-Guide)[Ararca Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Ararca.d6270307.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Ararca Travel Guide ## Cartagena ## Visit Ararca Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Cartagena travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Cartagena.dx926) * * * ### Popular places to visit ![Bocagrande Beach](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/c9726f9e628013545e4d7c30fe51ea9a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Bocagrande Beach If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Bocagrande Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Cartagena. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Bocagrande-Beach-Bocagrande.d6100376.Attraction) ![Clock Tower](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/aecdb1b66eb47e6c3a36e22e955b5298.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Clock Tower You can learn about the history of Cartagena when you stop by Clock Tower. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or seek out the local tours. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Clock-Tower-Cartagena-Walled-City.d6271905.Attraction) ![Isla Grande Beach](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/1bdac1648639d7c80f25bc7305f72b4f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Isla Grande Beach Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Isla Grande Beach during your travels in Rosario Islands? You can seek out the snorkelling spots in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Isla-Grande-Beach-Cartagena.d6100382.Attraction) ![San Felipe de Barajas Castle](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/a2e7d9558dfc741d2c01475b5564ce75.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### San Felipe de Barajas Castle After visiting San Felipe de Barajas Castle, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Cartagena. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Felipe-De-Barajas-Castle-Pie-del-Cerro.d6100372.Attraction) ![Rosario Islands Oceanarium](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/d8300b40310cf1b0df5c67be69c642d7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Rosario Islands Oceanarium Make time to visit the sea animals who live in Rosario Islands Oceanarium during your travels in Rosario Islands. Amble around this relaxing area's beaches or seek out the snorkelling spots. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Rosario-Islands-Oceanarium-Cartagena.d6289881.Attraction) ![Las Bovedas](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/864f49b48fd8e30d619bcc34144e502d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Las Bovedas You can enjoy retail therapy at Las Bovedas during your visit to Cartagena. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or simply savour its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Las-Bovedas-Cartagena-Walled-City.d6272047.Attraction) ### Things to do ![The ORIGINAL Rosario Islands Tour on Catamaran or Speedboat](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47623632/66afa0fe-062e-4961-a6e7-83194cc00d51.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### The ORIGINAL Rosario Islands Tour on Catamaran or Speedboat £48 per adult **78%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/the-original-rosario-islands-tour-on-catamaran-or-speedboat.a47623632.activity-details) ![Cartagena: 5 Must-See Rosario Islands Highlights with Lunch](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47669149/da5dd347-8123-4109-a4b7-c40285551e52.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cartagena: 5 Must-See Rosario Islands Highlights with Lunch £48 per adult **88%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/cartagena-5-must-see-rosario-islands-highlights-with-lunch.a47669149.activity-details) ![3 Rosario Islands Beach Club Tour with Lunch](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49401924/627186ea-ccc2-40d1-a3d4-96b28c8fbb7c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 5-Stop Rosario Islands with Lunch (Optional Snorkel & Oceanarium) £48 per adult **92%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/5-stop-rosario-islands-with-lunch-optional-snorkel-oceanarium.a49401924.activity-details) ![Full-Day Volcano of Totumo](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/512532/d5ef311e-f503-4bbc-9b86-aacd4054a75b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Full-Day Volcano of Totumo With Lunch, 5 pools and prívate Bach £36 per adult **78%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/full-day-volcano-of-totumo-with-lunch.a512532.activity-details) ![Picture 4 for Activity Cartagena: Sunset Open Bar Cruise in Catamaran or Speedboat](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48223319/a591dce4-fefd-4727-b95b-f84a60d989ab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cartagena: Open Bar Sunset Cruise with Bar Crawl After Party £12 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/cartagena-open-bar-sunset-cruise-with-bar-crawl-after-party.a48223319.activity-details) ![Tour of the Rosario Islands, Cartagena](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46410004/00fd6789-a880-4629-bb77-73e962bc0e1c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Tour of the Rosario Islands, Cartagena £74 per adult **88%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/tour-of-the-rosario-islands.a46410004.activity-details) [See all activities in Cartagena](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Cartagena.d926.Travel-Guide-Activities) * * * ## Top hotels in Ararca ![Hilton Cartagena](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/9300/9257/d6323d31_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hilton Cartagena Avenida Almirante Brion, El Laguito, Cartagena £106 per night 18 Sept - 19 Sept Stay at this 4.5-star luxury resort in Cartagena. Enjoy free parking, 4 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,181 reviews) "Everything was excellent. Breakfast Amazing. People there the best." Reviewed on 8 Sept 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=18%2F09%2F2025&endDate=19%2F09%2F2025&selected=9257&PinnedHotelID=9257&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6270307) ![Hyatt Regency Cartagena](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15920000/15914100/15914053/4916fb2f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hyatt Regency Cartagena Carrera 1 No 12-118, Cartagena, CO £124 per night 5 Oct - 6 Oct Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Cartagena. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,383 reviews) "Excellent hotel with extremely courteous and caring staff! Bear place to stay in Cartagena!" Reviewed on 7 Sept 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=05%2F10%2F2025&endDate=06%2F10%2F2025&selected=15914053&PinnedHotelID=15914053&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6270307) ![InterContinental Cartagena De Indias by IHG](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7990000/7985100/7985087/8dfd9b6c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### InterContinental Cartagena De Indias by IHG Bocagrande Carrera 1 No. 5-01, Cartagena, Bolivar £129 per night 21 Sept - 22 Sept Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Cartagena. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,235 reviews) "Amazing staff. Very welcoming and professional" Reviewed on 9 Sept 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F09%2F2025&endDate=22%2F09%2F2025&selected=7985087&PinnedHotelID=7985087&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6270307) ![GHL Corales de Indias](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7220000/7213400/7213353/80aa96a3_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### GHL Corales de Indias Carrera 1 No. 62-198, Crespo, Cartagena, Bolivar £77 per night 1 Oct - 2 Oct Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Cartagena. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ... 8/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews) "This property was amazing I like the Centro histórico was near by .. many things to do around I definitely recommend this property ," Reviewed on 3 Sept 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F10%2F2025&endDate=02%2F10%2F2025&selected=7213353&PinnedHotelID=7213353&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6270307) ![Dreams Karibana Cartagena Golf & Spa Resort - All Inclusive](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16530000/16523500/16523451/ddfca3e0_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Dreams Karibana Cartagena Golf & Spa Resort - All Inclusive Anillo Vial, Km 12, between Manzanillo, del Mar and Punta Canoa, Cartagena, Bolivar £218 per night 28 Sept - 29 Sept Stay at this 4-star beach resort in Cartagena. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free valet parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (901 reviews) "Great" Reviewed on 28 Aug 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=28%2F09%2F2025&endDate=29%2F09%2F2025&selected=16523451&PinnedHotelID=16523451&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6270307) ![Wyndham Garden Cartagena](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71750000/71746100/71746094/96aad908_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Wyndham Garden Cartagena CRA 1 62 69, BOLIVAR, Cartagena £71 per night 19 Sept - 20 Sept Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Cartagena. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,359 reviews) "The staff were really friendly and helpful. Hotel is a nice escape from the noise of the city. The rooftop pool is amazing and the food from the restaurant is amazinggg." 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/Cartagena-Pasacaballos.dx553248635974587071) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Castillogrande Travellers like the beaches in Castillogrande, and Castillo Grande Beach is a top attraction you might want to visit. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cartagena-Castillogrande.dx553248633981737719) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/0aebf93bd3b2b019ef0a786a4bc76ed2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### El Laguito 3.5/5(3 area reviews) The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to El Laguito. A stop by El Laguito Beach or Bocagrande Beach might round out your trip. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cartagena-El-Laguito.dx6277118) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### El Bosque Beaches and restaurants are just a few things travellers like about El Bosque. A stop by Manzanillo Marina Club is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cartagena-El-Bosque.dx3000663724) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/c9726f9e628013545e4d7c30fe51ea9a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Bocagrande 4/5(9 area reviews) Bocagrande is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Rio Cartagena Casino and Bocagrande Beach, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Cartagena. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cartagena-Bocagrande.dx6166827) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/84f3a9ece08524a9deb66e325fbd37a7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Manga Travellers like the historical sites in Manga, and Port of Cartagena is a top attraction you might want to visit. 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