GHL Collection Armería Real Hotel

4.0 star property

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Porch
Terrace/patio
Outdoor pool, open 9 AM to 7 PM, sun loungers
Duplex | Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe
Front of property

Reviews

8.4 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Bar
    Bar
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Spa
    Spa
  • Room service
    Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk

Explore the area

Map
Calle Larga con Pedregal esquina, Cra 11 25-57 Getsemaní, Cartagena, Bolivar, 7516
  • Cartagena de Indias Convention Center
    6 min walk
  • Clock Tower
    12 min walk
  • San Pedro Claver Church and Convent
    12 min walk
  • Cartagena (CTG-Rafael Núñez Intl.)
    16 min drive

Room options

Classic Double Room

  • 263 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Duplex

  • 284 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Room Standard

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed(s)

Twin Room Standard

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Full Bed(s)

About the neighborhood

Cartagena

A stay at GHL Collection Armería Real Hotel places you in the heart of Cartagena, within a 15-minute walk of Cartagena de Indias Convention Center and Clock Tower. .This spa hotel is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Bocagrande Beach and 21.8 mi (35.1 km) from Blanca Beach.

What's nearby

  • Cartagena de Indias Convention Center - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Clock Tower - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • San Felipe de Barajas Castle - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Walls of Cartagena - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Bocagrande Beach - 7 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Rafael Nunez Intl. Airport (CTG) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Di Silvio Trattoria - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Taboo - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪San Nicolás - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Cervecería Cartagena Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Demente - ‬5 min walk

About this property

GHL Collection Armería Real Hotel

Historic Cartagena hotel in Cartagena Walled City with a full-service spa
GHL Collection Armería Real Hotel offers 40 accommodations with minibars and safes. Beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.
REAL SPA has 3 treatment rooms. Services include facials, body scrubs, and body treatments. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and hydrotherapy. The spa is equipped with a spa tub and Turkish bath/hammam.

The spa is open daily. Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision. Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Make yourself at home in one of the 40 guestrooms featuring minibars and flat-screen televisions. Your bed comes with down comforters and premium bedding. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.
Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages, body treatments, and facials. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and wedding services. Guests can catch a ride to nearby destinations on the area shuttle (surcharge).
Satisfy your appetite for lunch or dinner at the hotel's restaurant, EL REDUCTO, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Unwind at the end of the day with a drink at the bar/lounge or the poolside bar. A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff. For a surcharge, guests may use a roundtrip airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and a cruise ship terminal shuttle.
A complimentary continental breakfast is served each morning between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM.
EL REDUCTO - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and light fare.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Casino shuttle (surcharge)
  • Cruise terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • EL REDUCTO

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Rooftop terrace

Full-service spa

  • 3 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Facials
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Massage
  • Spa open daily
  • Spa tub
  • Turkish bath

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the cruise terminal, ferry terminal, and airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 11 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • You may be required to pay VAT (19%) at the property. Nonresident travelers 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).

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: COP 20000 per vehicle (one-way)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards

We should mention

If you are traveling with a child your property may require you to present the following documents: Parents traveling into Colombia with a child under 18 may be required to present the child's birth certificate and photo ID (passport for non-Columbian citizens) upon check-in. If a relative or legal guardian is traveling into Colombia with the child, that relative or legal guardian may be required to present a notarized consent of travel signed by both parents and a copy of both parents' ID. If only one parent is traveling into Colombia with the child, that parent may be required to present a notarized 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.
Pool access available from 9 AM to 7 PM
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa, and guests under 18 years old are only allowed with adult supervision

Property is also known as

Armeria Hotel
Armeria Real
Armeria Real Luxury
Armeria Real Luxury Cartagena
Armeria Real Luxury Hotel
Armeria Real Luxury Hotel Cartagena
Hotel Armeria Real
Armeria Real Luxury Hotel Faranda Boutique Cartagena
Armeria Real Luxury Hotel Faranda Boutique
Armeria Real Luxury Faranda Boutique Cartagena
Armeria Real Luxury Hotel Spa
GHL Hotel Armería Real Cartagena
GHL Armería Real Cartagena
GHL Armería Real
Armeria Real Luxury Hotel Spa by Faranda Boutique

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 238 out of 430 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 104 out of 430 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 43 out of 430 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 430 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 430 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hotel
Let some start off by saying the hotel is beautiful and most of the staff is extremely friendly. My room was a nice size and had everything I needed. The rain shower was awesome. It had amazing pressure and was the best feature in my room hands down. The continental breakfast was delicious, they provided a great assortment of fresh fruits along with cooked foods like scrambled eggs, fried plantains and sausage, just to name a few. The only reason for the 4 star rating is due to their guest policy. If you have a guest that does not reside at the hotel, they are not allowed to enter your room. You must visit in the outdoor atrium. The staff stated the reason for this policy is due to the high level of prostitution and sex trafficking in the country so they are doing their part to help fight against that. I do understand the rule, however, I think it’s silly to implement it at 12 noon when my best friend and her niece came over due to a power outage in the area that affected the home they were staying in. This is the only thing I would encourage them to review and make a change.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Malika

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
It was great experience the staff was very helpful in getting you a taxi lots of great recommendation for a restaurant if you really want to see Columbia staying at a hotel like this is really recommended so much to see so much to do
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Nancy Adell

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was a long hot walk from the clock tower but only a few blocks from the Getsemani murals, lively streets and restaurants. We had a duplex that was worn and smelled a little of old water. For some reason we had no phone in our 1st room. Water dripped from the light fixture into the bed the first night. The light fixtured flickered and looked like a small flame. We were moved to and upgraded duplex eventhough the staff was suggesting it just for the night. The sheets in the new room had to be changed right away. About three days later during a rain storm, water began to leak into the new room onto the bed, floor, near light fixture and in corner. We were moved to a smaller duplex. Downgraded. There was writing on the bathroom wall, the bed covers were dirty and the plumbing was leaking. Expedia gave us a couple hundred back to change hotel for our last 2 days. We had to add our own money to get a decent hotel. Not the best experience. And on our way out the staff tried to claim we ate from the mini bar but dropped it with our protest. One other thing tried to pay for 3 lemonado de cocos on day 2. Their card reader in the rooftop bar wasn't working so by the time we left the price changed. So pay right away if you can. The staff had no attitudes and tried THEIR best well except the last lady at the front desk who gave no eye contact and seemed mad when we left early. But the whole time NO APOLOGY. Not one.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amparo, Port Sant Lucie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love the spa service!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

FRANCIS TERESA

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The air conditioning of our room wasn’t working well.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rochelle

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Leonardo

Liked: Cleanliness

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was better than I’d even hoped! Our duplex room had 2 washrooms, which was an extremely pleasant surprise. The property is clean, the food is delicious, the breakfast well-stocked with plenty of variety, and the staff are amazing. They are incredibly friendly and go out of their way to help. There are some odd things about the property (elevator is a little finnicky, keycard didn’t always work the first time, some lights wouldn’t turn on), but nothing that impacted the quality of our stay at all. It can get a little loud with party buses driving by at night, so consider bringing earplugs. I’d highly recommend this property, and would stay again if I went back to Cartagena!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

angela b, MILLEDGEVILLE

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My stay was for a week and I appreciated the staff who recognized me and made me feel appreciated. The breakfast included was lovely and the pool bar staff very friendly and agreeable. The location is great for getting around Cartagena for shopping or going to see attractions.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Garnet, Milledgeville

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place really close to good neighborhoods for shopping
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edzamari

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Destini

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was gorgeous and scenic!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Excellent service
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paola, Naples

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A really lovely hotel
The people are lovely, very willing to help. The hotel is lovely with good amenities Unlike the other hotel we stayed the staff was quite prompt in catering for us tea drinkers The room I stayed could be a bit lighter and airy The shower also could be updated and similar to the other hotel, a kettle in the room will be awesome
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

mangirdas

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Marta

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cartagena as a vibrant city can be very noisy, but this hotel is located in a quiet area -still walkable distance to the main attractions- that is much appreciated. Please keep in mind that the building is very old and amazingly well kept; however, our room had a roof water leak. Other than that, the staying was perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Claudia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great accommodation option for Cartagena
We love Armería Real. Great comfy rooms, excellent service, and overall great value for money. Also a great location to explore Getsemani and the Old City.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent scale, beautiful roof bar and pool, ample breakfast included
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very Clean and confortable. Excellent customer Service and amazing environment. In general Amazing Hotel. I will come back for sure. Location is great.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eva

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed the hotel in general. Staff were very helpful and friendly. Breakfast was varied and tasteful, excellent coffee. Walking distance from restaurants and old romantic neighborhood. The hotel is very pretty and well kept.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023