Title: Serena del Mar Travel Guide: Best of Serena del Mar, Cartagena Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Serena del Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Serena-Del-Mar-Cartagena-Hotels.0-n819867058687139840-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-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)[Serena del Mar Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Serena-Del-Mar.d819867058687139840.Car-Hire-Guide)[Serena del Mar Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Serena-Del-Mar.d819867058687139840.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Serena del Mar Travel Guide ## Cartagena ![Islas del Rosario, Isla del Encanto, a tropical resort near Cartagena, Colombia.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/819867058687139840/32d6e469-d284-440f-95f2-10dd798f77c5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Islas del Rosario, Isla del Encanto, a tropical resort near Cartagena, Colombia.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/819867058687139840/32d6e469-d284-440f-95f2-10dd798f77c5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Serena del Mar Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Cartagena travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Cartagena.dx926) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Cartagena de Indias Convention Center "Julio César Turbay Ayala" reflected in the water](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6277130/dd830e94-834c-48a5-b7ea-973173b67afb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cartagena de Indias Convention Center 4/5(3 reviews) Learn about the events happening in Cartagena de Indias Convention Center during your trip to Cartagena. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or seek out the local tours. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cartagena-De-Indias-Convention-Center-Cartagena-Walled-City.d6277130.Attraction) ![0_1439R-1036090](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6100376/7d041582-82cd-49ea-aae3-b747b5c8823b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Bocagrande Beach 3.5/5(4 reviews) 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) ![Carribean landscape on Isla Grande, Rosario Archipelago, Colombia, South America](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6100382/0cee36de-bdd5-4d86-ae0d-c87d30a25640.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Isla Grande Beach 3.5/5(5 reviews) 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) ![View to Torre de Reloj](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6271905/4610080d-ae22-4691-97ea-24600f46f4e1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Clock Tower 4/5(7 reviews) 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) ![Colombia, scenic view of Cartagena cityscape, modern skyline, hotels and ocean bays Bocagrande and Bocachica from the lookout of Saint Philippe Castle](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532467250/4ba312ec-a2cc-4a7e-8792-34c5a1f14158.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Walls of Cartagena 5/5(1 review) Learn about the local history of Cartagena with a stop at Walls of Cartagena. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Murallas-De-Cartagena-De-Indias-Cartagena.d553248621532467250.Attraction) ![Espectáculo delfines oceanario islas del rosario de cartagena colombia america](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6289881/3783fe0a-2365-4fc5-8b31-3b37bdd39755.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) ### Things to do ![Cartagena Island Hopping : 5-Stop Rosario Island Tour with Lunch](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47623632/2b89f0f5-c56f-41cf-8bf3-dff6a7161e64.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cartagena Island Hopping: 5-Stop Rosario Islands Tour with Lunch £49 per adult **78%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/cartagena-island-hopping-5-stop-rosario-islands-tour-with-lunch.a47623632.activity-details) ![Cartagena ATV Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5185329/8c99f8b2-de6a-48d5-bea6-ea92724c6b29.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cartagena ATV Tour £99 per adult **94%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/cartagena-atv-tour.a5185329.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 £44 per adult **78%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/full-day-volcano-of-totumo-with-lunch.a512532.activity-details) ![Pirate Ship Boat Tour & Sunset Skyline Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/980592/aa56c7a4-f8bd-46ff-931b-c873bf7d986b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cartagena, CO: Sunset Skyline Bay Tour on a Pirate Boat + Drinks £32 per adult **88%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/cartagena.a980592.activity-details) ![Boat Tour of 5 Must See Points in the Rosario Islands with Lunch](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49401924/76b829f8-5d70-4c6d-8b56-64dd2bec847e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 5 Stop Boat Tour Rosario Islands with Lunch, Forts, & Snorkeling £49 per adult **76%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/5-stop-boat-tour-rosario-islands-with-lunch.a49401924.activity-details) ![Playa Blanca in Baru Island](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1347983/5fad756b-3caf-4c4e-9cba-35894dd23633.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Playa Blanca in Baru Island £55 per adult **92%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/playa-blanca-in-baru-island.a1347983.activity-details) [See all activities in Cartagena](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Cartagena.d926.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Serena del Mar ![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 £144 4 Mar - 5 Mar additional charges may apply Stay at this 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 reviews. ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,472 reviews) Good Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=04%2F03%2F2026&endDate=05%2F03%2F2026&selected=7985087&PinnedHotelID=7985087&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=819867058687139840) ![Hyatt Regency Cartagena](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15920000/15914100/15914053/3e898b77_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hyatt Regency Cartagena Carrera 1 No 12-118 Cartagena CO £152 18 Feb - 19 Feb additional charges may apply Stay at this 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. Popular ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,448 reviews) Nice staff. Inflated room rates. Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=18%2F02%2F2026&endDate=19%2F02%2F2026&selected=15914053&PinnedHotelID=15914053&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=819867058687139840) ![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 £144 17 Feb - 18 Feb additional charges may apply Stay at this luxury resort in Cartagena. Enjoy free parking, 4 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,347 reviews) Everything was great, delicious breakfast, courteous staff, perfect cleaning, excellent amenities. Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=17%2F02%2F2026&endDate=18%2F02%2F2026&selected=9257&PinnedHotelID=9257&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=819867058687139840) ![Bondo Estudio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99300000/99293100/99293066/acfeb132_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Bondo Estudio Barrio Marbella Carrera 2A #49-60 Cartagena Bolívar £74 2 Mar - 3 Mar additional charges may apply Stay at this beach aparthotel in Cartagena. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (672 reviews) The place was excellent, the service was great, and they attended to my needs super quickly. The room was decent, perfect for resting since we didn't spend much time in the room. Overall, I loved it! It has everything: a coffee shop for breakfast or snacks, lunch options, and a bar. The terrace was ... Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=02%2F03%2F2026&endDate=03%2F03%2F2026&selected=99293066&PinnedHotelID=99293066&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=819867058687139840) ![Hotel Almirante Cartagena - Colombia](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1380000/1378400/1378320/40321d64_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Almirante Cartagena - Colombia Avenue San Martín Cartagena Bolivar Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay £95 13 Feb - 14 Feb additional charges may apply Stay at this luxury hotel in Cartagena. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews) Very nice place the staff was very helpful Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=14%2F02%2F2026&selected=1378320&PinnedHotelID=1378320&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=819867058687139840) ![Osh Hotel Cartagena](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91580000/91579700/91579686/6513907c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Osh Hotel Cartagena Calle 31 10 77 - Getsemaní Cartagena Bolivar £163 24 Feb - 25 Feb additional charges may apply Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cartagena. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (798 reviews) Overall, this is a lovely hotel and a great place to stay. The property felt like a small oasis — I really appreciated the pool areas with plenty of loungers and shade, and the location was very convenient. 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/Cartagena-Zona-Norte.dx553248635976400622) ![Streets of Cartagena in Colombia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975868645/5dc1339e-06a4-4edc-a9b7-aa0423d6b2cd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Manzanillo del Mar Though Manzanillo del Mar may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Playa Manzanillo and Karibana Golf Club. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cartagena-Manzanillo-Del-Mar.dx553248635975868645) ![Traditional fishing canoes sitting idle in low tide in the mangroves of La Boquilla, a traditional fishing village near Cartagena, Colombia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6250744/459098f9-2511-48fa-95f4-656decd7b831.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### La Boquilla 3.5/5(3 area reviews) The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to La Boquilla. A stop by La Boquilla Beach or Las Americas International Convention Center might round out your trip. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cartagena-La-Boquilla.dx6250744) ![Panoramic view of Cartagena, Colombia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634006155997/bfd9827b-4e8e-4735-8040-0b593b8a7faf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Marbella Seaside views, historical sites and restaurants are just a few things travellers enjoy about Marbella. Check out Marbella Beach or Crespo Linear Park while you're exploring the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cartagena-Marbella.dx553248634006155997) ![Cartagena skyline dominating caribbean coastline in colombia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976388619/13c1a3c3-e57d-4e29-83ab-0070779e43ea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Crespo Beaches, historical sites and restaurants are some highlights of Crespo. You might stop by Las Americas International Convention Center or La Boquilla Beach while you're in the area. 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