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Hotel El Candil de los Santos

3.5 star property
Guesthouse with outdoor pool, near Clock Tower

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Outdoor pool
Garden
Interior detail
Property grounds
Property grounds

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Free breakfast
  • Pool
  • Non-smoking
  • Laundry facilities
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (9)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Outdoor pool
  • Room service
  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Feel at home (6)

  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Blackout curtains

Room options

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In-room safe, blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Detached private bathroom
Cable channels
Wardrobe
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Junior Room, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Junior Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Detached private bathroom
Cable channels
Wardrobe
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Grand Suite, 2 Bedrooms | In-room safe, blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Grand Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Blackout curtains
Detached private bathroom
Cable channels
Wardrobe
In-room safe
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Map
Calle Campo Santo 9-36, Barrio San Diego, Cartagena, Bolivar, 130001

What's nearby

  • Walls of Cartagena - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Clock Tower - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Bolivar Square - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Cartagena de Indias Convention Center - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • San Felipe de Barajas Castle - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Cartagena (CTG-Rafael Núñez Intl.) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Juan Del Mar Pizzeria Goumert - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪La Juma Barr Cartagena - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪La Cevicheria - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Uma - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Carmen Cartagena - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hotel El Candil de los Santos

At Hotel El Candil de los Santos, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Clock Tower and Bocagrande Beach. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool, and free perks include WiFi and English breakfast daily between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM. Other highlights include a terrace and a garden.

Languages

English, Spanish

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 5 rooms
  • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age – 18
  • Check-out time is noon

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • There is no front desk at this property
  • The host will greet guests on arrival
  • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • Parents must have child's birth certificate and photo ID*
  • No cots (infant beds)

Pets

  • No pets or service animals allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • No on-site parking
  • Off-site parking within 3281 ft (COP 25000 per night); booking required

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast each morning 7:30 AM–10:30 AM
  • Room service (limited hours)

What to do

  • Beach nearby

Services

  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • An outdoor pool
  • 24-hour pool access

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning

Sleep well

  • Blackout curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom (not in room)
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Local maps

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • You may be required to pay VAT (19%) at the property. Non-resident travellers who pay using a foreign card or bank transfer and present a valid passport and tourist visa may be exempt from value-added tax (19%) on tourist package bookings (accommodation plus other travel service).

Children & extra beds

  • If you are travelling with a child, your property may require you to present the following documents: parents travelling into Colombia with a child under 18 may be required to present the child's birth certificate and photo ID (passport for non-Colombian citizens) at check-in. If a relative or legal guardian is travelling into Colombia with the child, that relative or legal guardian may be required to present a notarised consent of travel signed by both parents and a copy of both parents' ID. If only one parent is travelling into Colombia with the child, that parent may be required to present a notarised consent of travel signed by the other parent. Visitors who plan to travel with children should consult with a Colombian consulate office prior to travel for further guidance.

Parking

  • Parking is available nearby and costs COP 25000 per night (3281 ft away)

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool open 24 hours
  • Reservations are required for massage services and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on-site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Also known as

El Candil de los Santos Optimal
El Candil de los Santos Optimal Cartagena
El Candil de los Santos Optimal Hotels
El Candil de los Santos Optimal Hotels Cartagena
El Candil los Santos House Cartagena
El Candil los Santos House
El Candil los Santos Cartagena
El Candil los Santos
El Candil los Santos Guesthouse Cartagena
El Candil los Santos Guesthouse
El Candil Los Santos Cartagena
Hotel El Candil de los Santos Cartagena
Hotel El Candil de los Santos Guesthouse
Hotel El Candil de los Santos Guesthouse Cartagena

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel El Candil de los Santos offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hotel El Candil de los Santos does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Hotel El Candil de los Santos?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have 24-hour pool access.
Are pets allowed at Hotel El Candil de los Santos?
Sorry, neither pets nor service animals are allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Hotel El Candil de los Santos?
Sorry, there's no on-site parking at Hotel El Candil de los Santos.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel El Candil de los Santos?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.
Is there an on-site casino at Hotel El Candil de los Santos?
No, this guest house doesn't have a casino, but Rio Cartagena Casino (8-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Hotel El Candil de los Santos and nearby?
Hotel El Candil de los Santos has an outdoor pool and a garden.
What's the area around Hotel El Candil de los Santos like?
Hotel El Candil de los Santos is in Cartagena Walled City, a short 8-minute walk from Clock Tower and 2 minutes' walk from House of Gabriel Garcia Marquez.

Hotel El Candil de los Santos Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Super nice 5 room hotel!
Very nice small hotel with all the amenities, walking distance from all places, restaurants, bars, etc. nice personalized service, nice breakfast, good rate….overall GREAT!
victor, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

One of the nicest places we’ve ever stayed. Great breakfasts, comfortable room, beautiful surroundings, and a staff and owner who go out of your way to provide the best Cartagena experience, including booking activities, guides, and even procuring medicine. We’ll be back!
Norma, 7-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

This property was amazing and staff was also. It is in a great location inside the wall and is in a quiet section at night. Me and my wife experienced one of our best vacations here and can’t wait to go back with friends.
4-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great house and service - good enough location
I enjoyed my stay at El Candil - its a very well-kept house with nice traditional decor, a beautiful courtyard pool and garden, and a great outdoor lounge/dining area. The service and breakfast were wonderful. WiFi was not reliable but I wasn't too bothered by that. Only downside about the house is that it's across the street from a night club -- Friday night wasn't terrible (I went to bed just fine at around 11:30pm) but Saturday night the music next door was on until 1-2am. This would've been great if I wasn't so tired and wanted to socialize (convenient location) but it could be irritating if you're trying to go to bed before midnight.
Justin, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect location, excellent staff!
Not only was this hotel located in a great area of town but the staff were as friendly as family.
mar, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Volveré pronto!
Excelente experiencia, el personal muy amables, las instalaciones, desayuno, no tengo ninguna queja más bien muy agradecido
LEOPOLDO, 2-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Recomendadísimo
El hotel es excelente. La atención de todo el personal es maravillosa.
Vivian, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Hotel Ubicadísimo
El hotel Candíl de los Santos en Cartagena se encuentra extraordinariamente ubicado dentro de la ciudad amurallada, a tan solo unos pasos de la plaza San Diego donde hay restaurantes. Cuenta con una atención excepcional del management y un servicio amable del personal del hotel / cocina (desayuno incluido - rico y tipo casero- ) . Muy buena opción de hospedaje. Se presentó una situación que empañó un poco la estancia al presentarse una gotera a media noche causada por una tormenta (entiendo que son poco comunes pero se presentó) y ya fue reportada al management para que sea corregida para beneficio de los viajeros de esta cyber-comunidad. Tip para tu viaje a Cartagena... renta una bici o scooter para recorrerla ! Es súper divertido y está fácil de hacer.
Verified Hotels.com guest review