Movich Hotel Cartagena de Indias is a dependable four-star base right in the middle of the walled city, and its rooftop is one of the best places in town to watch the sun go down. The hotel stands on Calle de Vélez Danies in the historic centre, between Plaza de Bolívar and the Clock Tower side of the old town, so the main plazas, churches and museums are only minutes away on foot. Behind a colonial-style facade, rooms are modern and air-conditioned, with several categories from standard doubles to suites. The draw is upstairs: the rooftop has a pool and a bar with signature cocktails and views over the historic centre and the sea, and the Alyzia Rooftop and Dining restaurant serves international dishes that mix Colombian, Mediterranean and European ideas, with a second Alyzia restaurant downstairs for breakfast and all-day dining. Movich is a Colombian chain, and the hotel is polished and professional rather than quirky. It suits travellers who want a central, comfortable room and a pool with a view, without paying for a heritage palace.
Location and getting around: the hotel is inside the walls, a few blocks from Plaza de Bolívar, the Palace of the Inquisition and the Museo del Oro Zenú. You can walk to Plaza Santo Domingo, the ramparts and Getsemaní, and taxis reach the airport in about a quarter of an hour. There is no on-site parking, so it is best for travellers without a car.
The rooms: there are several room types, from standard rooms to larger suites, with air conditioning, a work desk and modern bathrooms. Street-facing rooms can catch noise from the old town’s busy evenings, so ask for an interior room if you sleep lightly.
Who it suits: couples and first-time visitors who want to be in the centre of everything, and business travellers attending events in the city. The rooftop pool is small, but it is a lovely place to cool off between sights.
Good to know: Expedia lists a free cooked-to-order breakfast with many rates. The rooftop bar is popular at sunset, so arrive early for a good spot.
Why stay here
- ✓Rooftop pool
- ✓Rooftop bar with sea views
- ✓Alyzia rooftop restaurant
- ✓Cooked-to-order breakfast
- ✓Air-conditioned rooms
- ✓Coffee shop
- ✓Poolside bar
- ✓Bar and lounge
Good questions
Where is Movich Hotel Cartagena de Indias?+
It is on Calle de Vélez Danies inside the walled city, a few blocks from Plaza de Bolívar. The main old-town sights are within walking distance.
Does the Movich have a pool?+
Yes, there is a pool on the rooftop with a bar and views over the historic centre and the sea. The Alyzia restaurant is up there too.
Is there parking at the hotel?+
No, there is no on-site parking. It is best suited to guests arriving by taxi.