Casa San Agustín

About

Located within Cartagena’s historic centre, Casa San Agustín celebrates the city’s rich colonial heritage through carefully preserved architectural details, traditional craftsmanship and thoughtfully curated interiors. Whitewashed walls, antique furnishings, original frescoes and tranquil courtyards create an atmosphere of understated sophistication, while the hotel’s central location places guests within easy walking distance of Cartagena’s historic churches, lively plazas, boutiques and colourful streets. At the heart of the property, a distinctive courtyard swimming pool sits beneath sections of the city’s historic aqueduct, creating one of its most memorable features.  

Rooms

Casa San Agustín offers 31 rooms and suites, comprising 20 Deluxe Rooms and 11 suites, each individually designed to reflect the character of the historic buildings. Accommodation combines colonial architectural features with elegant furnishings, luxurious linens and contemporary amenities. Junior Suites provide additional living space, while Premium Suites feature private terraces with outdoor jacuzzis. The larger Prestige Suites offer duplex layouts with generous living areas, and the exceptional Suite del Virrey includes two bedrooms, two private terraces and an outdoor jacuzzi, providing an especially spacious retreat.  

Dining

Dining centres on Alma, the hotel’s signature restaurant, where Colombian Caribbean traditions meet contemporary culinary techniques. The menu celebrates regional ingredients and local flavours, with an emphasis on fresh seafood and the vibrant produce of the Colombian coast. Alma’s elegant setting complements the hotel’s historic character, while Alma Bar provides a relaxed atmosphere for cocktails and drinks accompanied by music. Guests can also enjoy the hotel’s afternoon tea tradition in the library, a charming way to pause and unwind between explorations of the city.  

Activity

Casa San Agustín offers a wonderful base for discovering Cartagena’s history, architecture and Caribbean culture. Guests can explore the cobbled streets of the Walled City, visit historic churches and museums, browse local boutiques or arrange guided cultural tours through the hotel’s concierge. Within the property, the courtyard swimming pool provides a refreshing escape from the tropical heat, while the Aurum Spa offers restorative treatments inspired by local ingredients. For a change of scenery, guests can also visit Acasí Beach on Barú Island, the hotel’s private beach experience with white sand and turquoise Caribbean waters.