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Hotel Alfiz

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Charming boutique hotel in the historic centre of Cartagena set in a beautifully restored 17th-century building with a leafy patio.

Alfiz is a boutique hotel in the true sense of the word. It occupies a 17th-century, two-storeyed colonial mansion in the historic centre of Cartagena which has been fully restored to maintain the character of the original building. The property has a leafy patio, plunge pool and stone-flagged lounge with a library that features a wonderful collection of Gabriel García Márquez books in 20 different languages. There are just eight romantic guest rooms, individually decorated (but as with many buildings of this style windows are small or face the interior) variously featuring terracotta tiles, polished wood and beamed ceilings. The hotel has a good reputation for helpful service (English spoken).

What our clients say

Most Memorable Moment?: Impossible to pick one place/moment. A very varied and interesting few weeks. Cartagena was definitely a highlight.
SJA, Malvern Mar 2018
Highlight: The coffee country. The Colombian people.
CB, St. albans Apr 2017
Highlight: Tayrona National Park trekking and meeting the local community in nature environment.
JS, Harrow Feb 2016
Highlight?: San Agustin statues for me, Cartagena for the kids.
AGB, London Jan 2018
Colombia is a fascinating country with very friendly people. It is opening up to tourism, after years of conflict, and offers the prospect of an exciting, varied and economic holiday.
JH, Chester Feb 2017
it was all very good For me, Colombia stands out as No.1 (I hoped it would be, even before I set off, and it was)
FD, Sandwich Feb 2019

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