About Sofitel Legend Santa Clara Cartagena
Sofitel Legend Santa Clara is a luxury hotel in the former convent of Santa Clara, founded in 1621, in the quiet San Diego area of Cartagena’s walled city. It has about 120 rooms and suites set around a leafy cloister.
What sets it apart is its history: the old convent still holds its crypt, wells and colonial details, and a story about a skeleton found in the crypt inspired Gabriel García Márquez’s novel Of Love and Other Demons. It suits couples, history lovers and travelers who want classic luxury inside the walls.
At a glance
Highlights
- Former 1621 convent
- Inside the walled city
- Pool in the old orchard
- El Coro bar
- Botero sculpture in the cloister
Amenities
Rooms and suites
- Rooms with Nespresso machines, many with balconies over the pool
- Suites with more space and colonial character
- Some rooms with views of the city wall and the Caribbean Sea
- Sofitel beds, a pillow menu and 24-hour room service
Restaurants and bars
The hotel is not all-inclusive. Breakfast is charged unless it is part of your rate.
- 1621: the hotel’s fine dining restaurant, with modern cuisine and a Caribbean touch
- El Claustro: brasserie with French and Caribbean dishes
- El Jardín: restaurant where the buffet breakfast is served
- El Coro: atmospheric bar in the historic convent
- Pool bar: drinks served by the pool
Beach, pools and spa
The hotel is in the old town, not on a beach. The large outdoor pool sits in the convent’s former orchard, with cabanas and poolside drinks. The spa offers body treatments, facials and hydrotherapy, and there is a steam room.
Activities and entertainment
There is a gym with yoga classes, and bikes can be rented. The cloister garden, with a Botero sculpture, is a calm place to spend an afternoon. The walled city’s squares, restaurants and the city walls are a short walk away.
Who it’s best for
- Best for: couples, history lovers and travelers who want a full-service luxury hotel inside the walled city.
- Consider another resort if: you want to stay on the beach or prefer a small boutique hotel.
Getting there from Rafael Núñez International Airport
Rafael Núñez International Airport (CTG) is about 15 minutes away by car. The hotel can arrange an airport shuttle for a fee.
Book a private transfer in advance so a driver meets you at arrivals and takes you straight to the hotel.
Good to know
- Check-in is from 3 PM and check-out is at noon
- Free parking is available
- Babysitting is available for a fee
- The hotel holds Green Key sustainability certification
Location of Sofitel Legend Santa Clara Cartagena
FAQ about Sofitel Legend Santa Clara Cartagena
Where is Sofitel Legend Santa Clara?
In the San Diego area of Cartagena's walled city.
Is the hotel on the beach?
No. It is in the old town.
How far is the airport?
About 15 minutes by car.
Is it all-inclusive?
No.
Does it have a pool?
Yes, a large outdoor pool in the former convent orchard.
Is there a spa?
Yes. It offers body treatments, facials and hydrotherapy.
How old is the building?
The convent was founded in 1621.
What are the restaurants?
1621 and El Claustro, plus the El Coro bar and a pool bar.
Is parking available?
Yes, parking is free.
What time is check-in?
From 3 PM. Check-out is at noon.
