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Travelling to Cartagena
Getsemaní, champeta and old-town bars. Best time: from December to April · hotels from €55/night.
When to go to Cartagena?
Average temperatures and recorded rainfall, month by month.
| jan | fév | mar | avr | mai | juin | juil | août | sep | oct | nov | déc | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| °C | 28° | 28° | 28° | 28° | 28° | 28° | 28° | 28° | 28° | 28° | 27° | 28° |
| Rain mm | 15 | 8 | 16 | 64 | 154 | 165 | 131 | 142 | 141 | 189 | 173 | 30 |
Shaded columns: the best months — pleasant warmth, outside the rainy season.
Rain: average monthly total over 10 years — above 150 mm, expect the rainy season.
What hotel budget in Cartagena?
Ranges per night per room, from low to high season — estimates updated on 18/07/2026.
| Tier | From | High season | Typical brands |
|---|---|---|---|
| Budget | €55/night | €140/night | Ibis · Hotel Capilla del Mar · Hotel Caribe |
| Comfort | €85/night | €220/night | Hilton Cartagena · Sonesta · InterContinental |
| Boutique | €140/night | €360/night | Casa Pestagua · Anandá Hotel · Casa del Coliseo |
| Luxury | €280/night | €800/night | Sofitel Legend Santa Clara · Casa San Agustín · Hotel Charleston Santa Teresa |
The vibe on the ground
Neighbourhoods to aim for: Getsemaní, Vieille Ville.
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