Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
Outdoor pool
The outdoor pool is a refreshing retreat under the open sky - a rare gem in this area.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Discover nearby landmarks
Near Clock Tower
3 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Balcony
Massages in spa
Spa pool on site
Private pool
On-site fitness centre
Childcare available
Explore the area
Cartagena de Indias, Bolívar
Walls of Cartagena
Place, Walls of Cartagena
1 min walk
Clock Tower
Place, Clock Tower
6 min walk
Cartagena de Indias Convention Center
Place, Cartagena de Indias Convention Center
9 min walk
Cartagena (CTG-Rafael Núñez Intl.)
Airport, Cartagena (CTG-Rafael Núñez Intl.)
14 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 2 Poolside Suite
2 Double Beds and 1 Single Bed
Bedroom Suite 3
1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
Master Bedroom Suite
1 King Bed
3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 3
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 4
Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
DREAMY Old City Villa with Private Pool & Terrace
Steps from the Ocean and right across from the Old City Wall, this spectacular Old City Villa features a large PRIVATE swimming pool, terrace, and swim-up bar. This Villa is nothing short of SEXY. It sleeps 8 in 3 luxurious Bedroom Suites with super cold A/C, marble floors and bathrooms, a modern stone kitchen and dining with stainless appliances, and luxury furnishings and linens. AND YES WE HAVE HOT WATER AND FAST INTERNET. The Villa is located inside the famous Casa Del Virrey Eslava (former Estate of the Vice-King of Spain), which additionally has the best Amenities in the Old City, including additional swimming pools, a Gym, 24/7 security, lush tropical gardens and fountains, stunning rooftop deck for sunning and hanging out, Jacuzzis (for private use – requires reservation on arrival), BBQ, and 360 views of the Old City and the Ocean. We offer lots of concierge services, including at home COVID testing. You will want for nothing in this incredible Villa, where your happiness is our top priority. Please know that we offer BUNDLE DISCOUNTS for parties which require multiple properties in the Old City. Please do let us know if you have a larger party which requires multiple accommodations!!
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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Cartagena
Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Cartagena Walled City, a neighbourhood in Cartagena. Clock Tower is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Bocagrande Beach and Marbella Beach. Caribbean Naval Museum and Ciudad Movil Cultural Center are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.
Cartagena de Indias Convention Center - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Getting around
Cartagena (CTG-Rafael Núñez Intl.) - 15 min drive
Restaurants
Sofitel Santa Clara - 6 min walk
Mistura - 3 min walk
Restaurante Carmen - 4 min walk
Restaurante Juan del Mar - 5 min walk
La Cevicheria - 4 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Does DREAMY Old City Villa with Private Pool & Terrace have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
How much does it cost to stay at DREAMY Old City Villa with Private Pool & Terrace?
As of 14 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at DREAMY Old City Villa with Private Pool & Terrace on 15 June 2026 start from NZ$908, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is DREAMY Old City Villa with Private Pool & Terrace pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at DREAMY Old City Villa with Private Pool & Terrace?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at DREAMY Old City Villa with Private Pool & Terrace?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at DREAMY Old City Villa with Private Pool & Terrace?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is DREAMY Old City Villa with Private Pool & Terrace located?
Located in Cartagena Walled City, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Walls of Cartagena and Clock Tower. Bocagrande Beach is 1.3 mi (2 km) away.
Reviews
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Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
This was an incredible location which felt very safe. The home is lovely and the bonus private pool is great.Monica was exceptionally responsive to all questions and linked us with Ricardo who arranged for our airport pickups and a private boat day.
The property manager was very helpful despite having to use a translator to communicate. She was super responsive, wonderful, and the place was absolutely amazing.
Christina K.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 December 2025
You were a lovely guest! Thank you for staying with us!
Stop looking, book this place now! What an amazing fully stocked unit, with all bedrooms and living spaces on one level. A cooks dream of pans and appliances, only steps in the unit are to the deck to enter the pool, and there is a hand rail. A few steps to the lobby from the outside, but none of you enter from the parking spot. I was dealing with a knee issue and I squealed with delight during our overview with Maryem, realizing I could access all area of the home easily. Old town stores, restaurants outside your door and taxis nearby if you need that. Parking onsite was wonderful with elevators close to the unit. If we get a chance to return, we will definitely book again. Three nights was wonderful, but all three generations of ladies agreed we should stay longer next time. Monica and her team were very communicative and we absolutely loved everything about this stay. Oh and humidity is real in Columbia, a private pool and having cool air options in every bedroom and the living space was the icing on the cake for us. If this place is available, do your self a favor and book this now.
It was truly a pleasure staying at this beautiful villa! My friends and I had an amazing time—the place was exactly as described: clean, well-kept, and incredibly comfortable. The location was perfect, right in the middle of all the best restaurants, shops, and attractions.A special shoutout to Maryen, the property manager, who was absolutely wonderful! She was friendly, attentive, and always available with great local recommendations. Her warm smile and helpfulness really elevated our stay.
We spent 10 lovely days sampling the culture and cuisine of Cartagena. The apartment is comfortable and the private pool made everything so much more relaxing.
Our group of friends stayed here for a wedding weekend and it was perfect. We absolutely loved having a private pool and the living room made for a great hang out spot. You cannot beat the location and the host was super accommodating and responsive - bringing us fresh towels when requested and being available if we needed anything. We will definitely stay here again!
The property was comfortable for 3 couples and large enough to gather in the living area and outside patio. The beds were comfortable as well. It’s beautifully decorated! The location is perfect too!
This property is amazing in a great location next to everything. The property looks just like the pictures very nice upscale, and the owner was very helpful i would defiantly recommend this property
rick d.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 February 2022
We were so happy to have you, Rick! Hope you come back soon!
This is a beautifully decorated villa. The location is fantastic! Walking distance to historic squares, cathedrals, restaurants. Very safe neighborhood, the private pool and outdoor sitting area provide a wonderful place to relax. Our family loved it!
Viviana R.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 31 July 2022
Dear Liliana, we truly enjoyed your visit! Thanks for the kind review and please come back soon!
Loved the condo. Provided great space with individual bathrooms for each bedroom. The pool provided a welcome asset on hot afternoons. Would recommend this as a lovely option when visiting Cartagena.
Overall experience was good - location and access to restaurants, etc. was excellent. The place was clean, quiet and felt safe and secure.
Besides not get cable in main bedroom to work and having no wash towels - overall experience was good.
I don’t know what else to say other than this place is so perfect, I don’t want to let anyone else know about it! Lol. Already planning our next trip. The location was great, we walked everywhere all week.
Lindse H.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 3 February 2022
We just loved having you, Lindsey! We could feel your loving spirit and are so happy that you had an amazing vacay! We await your return!
I booked this place for our parents to have comfort during my wedding week in Cartagena and they had the security and the privacy they needed. The private pool was a nice touch and the place was spacious, the beds were comfortable. The only gripe is that their dryer machine did not work which made washing clothes not possible. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone and will be staying in it in the future.
Karen L.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 September 2023
So glad your parents enjoyed their stay, Karen! And congratulations on your nuptials! We are very sorry for the dryer inconvenience. It’s now repaired.
This apartment was beautiful and well kept. The only reason for a 4star is the lack of filtration in the pool and overpriced chef/cook. Other than that I would definitely recommend this place. The location is excellent, quiet but close to one of the best areas, near the Sofitel Santa Clara. Most importantly it was very secure.
Yamilka A.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 April 2023
Hi Yamilka. I’m glad you enjoyed your stay and found the Villa beautiful and secure. I’m a little confused about the other comments (You didn’t buy chef services from us and the pool is cleaned daily). We strive for 5 stars always and would love to hear from you so we can better understand the issues.
I stayed here with my family, a group of 8 total. The property is exactly as pictured in the listing. We arranged for daily cleaning + breakfast service which was a fantastic addition. Having a private pool was wonderful, enjoyed by everyone. We felt safe in the apartment complex which has 24/7 security on site. The property's location is close to many sights and restaurants, but far enough away from the active nightlife that you get a quiet night's rest. Would gladly stay again.
Can't say enough good things about this place! It's even nicer than the photos suggest. My husband, son, and I stayed their with friends while visiting Cartagena to attend our son's wedding at the Santa Clara. We loved having a cool, comfortable, spacious place to relax in in between events. The small pool was lovely and never got too warm. A few of us enjoyed doing some laps in the larger pool. The location was fantastic-- an easy walk to the Santa Clara, restaurants, and sites in the Old City. I always felt safe. Would love to return!
What can I say... Amazing location, luxury accommodations, concierge level care all in paradise. so much history and architecture surrounding the area that most will be left speechless.. 24 hour security for the property but at no point did we ever feel "unsafe" in Cartagena. We cooked 2-3 meals a day in the Condo and it had everything you would need to be comfortable, our 10 days stay simply went by too quickly !!!
rich c.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 31 July 2022
Dear Rich - we are delighted that you enjoyed your stay. Please come back soon!
Location is perfect for walking to sites, shops, restaurants and bakery all right out the door. Safe area for walking and touring.
Nice 3 bedroom layout, with multiple air conditioning units to create the perfect temperature for everyone. All the needs to create meals and a dishwasher.
Private pool was nice, especially after dinner to relax.
Excellent house keeping and easy access to management by text and phone. Building has private security at the front desk. Highly recommend.
We are a family of 5 and really enjoyed our stay. The location is just inside the walls making it very easy to watch the incredible sunsets from the top of the walls, but also within walking distance to all of the sights, and quiet away from the hustle & bustle. Having our own pool/deck out back and the larger (shared) pool in front of our condo was lovely in the Cartagena heat! Added bonus being able to use the gym.
A few of the kitchen cabinets could use some upkeep and a dishwasher would be nice but overall this apartment is a great find! If you stay here, absolutely use Ricardo to book your private boat tour to the Rosario Islands. He went above and beyond for us, booking exactly what we wanted (no parties, no vendors on the beach etc) and it was worth the splurge.
Lisa V.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 May 2022
We were so happy to have you, Lisa, and delighted that you loved your stay! The kitchen doors are scheduled for a face lift shortly. Come back soon!
Everything worked out perfectly for us regarding this property and our stay in Cartegena. The apartment was just as it advertised - and better. The living room and kitchen were bigger than it seemed online. It was nice to have a full bathroom for each bedroom as we had 8 people (3-3-2) among the bedrooms. The pool was just right - enough to cool off and relax without having to even go out the front door. The appliances all worked fine - washer, dryer, microwave, coffee maker, dishwasher. The location was great, too, being right near the wall we could walk along it at night. Since the walled city is relatively compact, we were able to walk around the entire place easily from there. We'd go back there for our second trip to Cartegena...when we're fortunate enough to get another chance. Thank you!
We were 6 people and everyone loved it. Location was great. We were only 1 block away from the Sofitel Leyenda Santa Clara. This made it very convenient for those of us in the wedding party. Yogi our housekeeper was an amazing addition to our stay; making our experience even better and more special than expected. She cooked wonderful meals every morning and kept the place clean and tidy. The private pool and cold ac were welcomed features since it can get pretty hot outside in Cartagena. The villa was truly even better in person. Everyone was very comfortable and there was plenty of space. It is decorated very tastefully and the bathrooms had bidets which were unexpected and great features. Overall, our stay was GREAT and we all really enjoyed our villa. Maryem and Monica were also wonderful and easy to communicate with. They were very helpful coordinating everything and ensuring we had everything we needed during our stay. Thanks to you all!!!
Maria Elena P.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024
About the host
Hosted by Monica P. Navarro
I'm a Colombian-born ex-pat living in the United States for over 30 years. I travel to Colombia at least 4 times x year (among other places), especially Cartagena. Cartagena is a world-class city which is MAGICAL. I want to show you what you've been missing! In terms of FOOD, Cartagena has the most amazing food in the world, ranging from CLEAN gourmet to everyday (drinking) fried food at incredibly affordable prices. The restaurants, bars and clubs are SEXY, inviting, and oh-so-beautiful, your camera will explode and you will want to copy the decor in your own home. The SHOPPING is amazing. Colombia is known for emerging designers at incredibly good prices that you can buy in Cartagena. There are more beaches and islands at your disposal than I can summarize here. After you book, I will give you my personal guide to the best of Cartagena (according to me!) that is to die for. My properties are all incredible and, yes, SEXY, but also totally approachable to families. If you have a group that is large and requires multiple properties, just tell me and I will make sure you are staying in the same area and get a bundle discount! All the properties feature rooftop views, pools and/or Jacuzzis; two of them gyms; they all have 24/7 security, feature fine linens, are in the best locations. I have incredible reliable and bilingual concierge service providers, so you can do it all while you visit. My goal is to give you the most wonderful personalized experience, so you can love this magical City as much as I do. If you don't see something in the listing, just ask. I'm sure we can meet your needs. Cannot wait to give you the vacation of your life!
Why they chose this property
It's gorgeous, stylish and sexy; it's in the best location of the Old City; it has the best amenities in the Old City and huge number of concierge services available; and it's managed by incredibly knowledgeable and committed owners!
What makes this property unique
Bundle discounts are available to groups renting more than one of our properties. Upon booking, we will send you a curated guide and recommendations to make your vacation a dream. We will make sure you lack for nothing!
Languages:
English, Spanish
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests