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Sofitel Legend Santa Clara vs Casa Villa Colonial

Both properties are praised by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Sofitel Legend Santa Clara scores significantly better than Casa Villa Colonial. Sofitel Legend Santa Clara is ranked #2 in Cartagena with recommendations from 7 sources including Fodor's, Travel + Leisure and Lonely Planet.

Sofitel Legend Santa Clara
Sofitel Legend Santa Clara
9 / 10
Calle del Torno 38-29, Barrio San Diego, Cartagena, Colombia
From $225 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Fodor's Fodor's
"Beautiful arched walkways, flower-filled courtyards, flickering candles, and original details from confessionals to water wells abound." Full review
Jetsetter Jetsetter
"Cartagena’s rising stock as a Caribbean playground for the millionaire set is supported by the colonial charms of this luxurious former convent." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"This 121-room luxury hotel, the Old City's first, is carved from the shell of a 17th-century convent in the quiet San Diego neighborhood." Full review
Star Service Star Service
"This historic hotel epitomizes the Legend moniker that Sofitel is applying to some of its architecturally impressive hotels." Full review
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Avoid the standard rooms that have no view, and while Classic rooms peek out at the gardens from the lower levels of the hotel, they do not have the terraces of Superiors.
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"The entire hotel was built within the walls of a convent and the former cloister now forms massive hallways that surround the gorgeous interior walls and open-air courtyard." Full review
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Casa Villa Colonial
Casa Villa Colonial
7 / 10
Calle de la Media Luna #10-89, Cartagena, Colombia
From $25 /night
  • Free Internet
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
  • Kitchenette
  • Air Conditioning
  • Outdoor pool
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Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
"This hotel in central Getsemani lies near the old part of Cartagena. A sound mid-range option, Villa Colonial has spotless rooms."
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top choice
"Despite steadily rising prices in Getsemaní, rates here remain reasonable and you'll get personal, four-star service, beautiful communal areas with comfortable sofas, and silent air-con for your money" Full review