Views from rooftops in the Historic Center of Cartagena: what makes them so special

En el Centro Histórico de Cartagena de Indias, la ciudad se revela de muchas maneras. A nivel de calle, se descubren plazas coloniales, balcones llenos de flores y el ritmo vibrante de la vida caribeña. Pero desde las alturas, Cartagena ofrece una perspectiva completamente distinta.

Las terrazas o rooftops del Centro Histórico permiten contemplar la arquitectura colonial, las torres de las iglesias y los tejados que forman uno de los paisajes urbanos más reconocidos del Caribe.

Por esta razón, cada vez más viajeros buscan hoteles con rooftop en el Centro Histórico de Cartagena, no solo como un espacio adicional del hotel, sino como parte esencial de la experiencia de hospedarse dentro de la ciudad amurallada.

Una ciudad pensada para ser contemplada desde arriba

Cartagena es una ciudad de capas históricas. Sus casas coloniales, iglesias centenarias y plazas llenas de historia crean un paisaje arquitectónico que se aprecia mejor cuando se observa desde las alturas.

Desde un rooftop en el Centro Histórico se pueden reconocer fácilmente elementos que definen la identidad de la ciudad:

  • los tejados coloniales de barro
  • las torres de las iglesias históricas
  • las cúpulas que marcan el perfil urbano de Cartagena
  • el contraste entre la arquitectura antigua y la luz del Caribe

Estas vistas permiten comprender la escala y la belleza de la ciudad amurallada de una forma distinta, más pausada y contemplativa.

Rooftops en Cartagena: más allá de la vida nocturna

En los últimos años, muchos rooftops en Cartagena se han asociado con bares y vida nocturna. Sin embargo, en el contexto de los hoteles boutique del Centro Histórico, las terrazas suelen tener un carácter muy diferente.

En muchas casas coloniales restauradas, el rooftop se concibe como un espacio para disfrutar la ciudad con tranquilidad: sentir la brisa del Caribe, observar el atardecer o simplemente contemplar la arquitectura histórica que rodea la casa.

Es una experiencia más íntima, que invita a detenerse y apreciar Cartagena desde otra perspectiva.

La terraza de Casa La Merced: un espacio para contemplar la ciudad

Dentro del portafolio de Mustique Hotels, Casa La Merced ofrece una de esas terrazas que capturan el espíritu del Centro Histórico.

Desde su rooftop se pueden observar los tejados coloniales y las torres de las iglesias que forman parte del paisaje urbano de Cartagena. Es un lugar donde el ritmo de la ciudad parece ralentizarse, permitiendo disfrutar del entorno con calma.

A diferencia de los rooftops diseñados para la vida nocturna, la terraza de Casa La Merced se concibe como un espacio de contemplación: un lugar donde los huéspedes pueden apreciar la arquitectura histórica que rodea la casa y sentir la atmósfera del Centro Histórico desde las alturas.

Habitaciones con una ubicación privilegiada dentro de la casa

Una de las particularidades de Casa La Merced es que dos de sus habitaciones se encuentran ubicadas en este nivel elevado de la casa, lo que les da una posición privilegiada dentro de la propiedad.

Desde este punto, los huéspedes pueden disfrutar una sensación diferente del espacio: mayor privacidad, luz natural y la cercanía con la terraza que permite apreciar el paisaje colonial de Cartagena.

Este tipo de distribución es característica de muchas casas históricas del Centro Histórico, donde la arquitectura se adapta a la estructura original de la propiedad y crea rincones únicos dentro de cada casa.

El valor del rooftop en la experiencia boutique

En un hotel boutique en Cartagena, cada espacio cumple un papel importante dentro de la experiencia del huésped.

El rooftop no es simplemente una terraza: es un lugar que permite conectar con el entorno histórico de la ciudad, disfrutar la luz del Caribe y observar la arquitectura que define el Centro Histórico.

Cuando se integra de manera natural a una casa colonial restaurada, como ocurre en Casa La Merced, la terraza se convierte en uno de los espacios más especiales de la propiedad.

Vivir Cartagena desde las alturas

Cartagena es una ciudad que se disfruta caminando, explorando sus plazas y descubriendo la historia que habita en cada calle.

Pero también es una ciudad que vale la pena contemplar desde arriba.

Hospedarse en Casa La Merced, un hotel boutique en el Centro Histórico de Cartagena, permite descubrir esa perspectiva: una terraza tranquila, rodeada de arquitectura colonial.

Un lugar para detenerse, observar y dejar que la ciudad revele su belleza desde otra altura.

Reserve su estancia con Mustique Hotels y descubra Cartagena desde uno de sus rincones más especiales.

Cartagena from the sea: experiences private yacht and boat to Islands of Rosario and Baru

Hay una Cartagena que se vive caminando… y otra que solo se entiende navegando.
Desde la bahía hasta Barú y las Islas del Rosario, el mar no es un complemento del viaje: es parte del destino.

En Mustique, como agencia marítima, diseñamos experiencias a la medida. No se trata solo de cumplir un recorrido, sino de construir un día bien pensado, donde cada trayecto tenga sentido y cada parada sume a un día inolvidable.

Para quienes buscan alquilar un yate en Cartagena, una lancha privada hacia las islas o simplemente salir a navegar, la diferencia está en cómo se planea la experiencia.

Dos formas de navegar, con el mismo nivel de detalle que nos define

Lancha rápida: moverse con intención

Una opción ágil para quienes quieren recorrer más de un punto en el día, sin perder control del tiempo ni del ritmo.

  • Capacidad hasta 10 personas
  • Salidas hacia Barú, Islas del Rosario y Tierra Bomba
  • Paradas en aguas cristalinas y zonas de snorkel
  • Itinerarios flexibles, ajustados sobre la marcha

Es una forma dinámica de vivir el Caribe.

Yate: quedarse un poco más

Un formato más amplio, pensado para quienes prefieren bajar el ritmo y extender la experiencia.

  • Capacidad hasta 14 personas
  • Navegación hacia Barú, Islas del Rosario y Tierra Bomba
  • Posibilidad de pernoctar en Islas del Rosario o en la Ciénaga de Cholón en Barú
  • Recorridos por la bahía al atardecer
  • Navegación nocturna con catering a bordo

Aquí el plan cambia. Ya no es solo a dónde ir, sino cómo se vive el tiempo en el mar.

Planes que marcan la diferencia

  • Día de islas: Barú e Islas del Rosario

Aguas cristalinas, trayectos bien definidos y paradas escogidas con anticipación.
Más que cantidad de lugares, importa la calidad de cada momento.

  • Atardecer en la bahía de Cartagena

La ciudad vista desde el agua tiene otro ritmo.
La luz cae distinto, el ruido desaparece y todo se siente más sereno.

  • Navegación nocturna con catering (Yate)

Salir de noche en la bahía es otra experiencia.
La ciudad iluminada, el mar en calma y un servicio a bordo que hace la noche aún más especial.

  • Pernocta en el mar (Yate)

Quedarse a dormir lo cambia todo.
Ya sea en Islas del Rosario o en la Ciénaga de Cholón en Barú, el plan deja de ser un día y se convierte en una experiencia completa.

Una forma distinta de vivir Cartagena

Navegar con Mustique no es simplemente alquilar una embarcación.
Es elegir cómo quieres vivir Cartagena desde el mar.

Reserva

Cada salida se diseña de manera personalizada según lo que quieran hacer y el momento que quieran crear.

Descubre Cartagena desde el mar con Mustique.

Casa La Merced: boutique hotel near the Adolfo Mejía Theater in Cartagena

En el Centro Histórico de Cartagena de Indias, entre calles que conservan siglos de historia y arquitectura colonial, se encuentra Casa La Merced, un hotel boutique cerca del Teatro Adolfo Mejía en Cartagena que combina tradición, carácter y una atmósfera elegante pero vibrante.

Esta casa que fue restaurada, forma parte de la colección de propiedades de Mustique Hotels y se distingue por su ambiente alegre y sofisticado, donde la arquitectura histórica se mezcla con una hospitalidad cuidada al detalle.

Casa La Merced es una invitación a vivir Cartagena desde una casa colonial llena de vida.

Una casa colonial restaurada con identidad propia

Como muchas de las residencias históricas del Centro de Cartagena, Casa La Merced conserva elementos arquitectónicos que cuentan la historia de la ciudad.

Muros antiguos, balcones coloniales y espacios abiertos que crean una atmósfera que conecta con el espíritu de las antiguas casas cartageneras.

La restauración de la propiedad respeta esta herencia arquitectónica mientras incorpora detalles contemporáneos que aportan comodidad y elegancia.

El resultado es una casa que mantiene su identidad histórica pero que se vive hoy como un hotel boutique lleno de vida y la alegría del caribe.

Una de las casas más vibrantes de Mustique Hotels

Dentro del portafolio de Mustique Hotels, Casa La Merced se distingue por su energía.

Es una propiedad con un ambiente alegre y social que atrae a viajeros que buscan vivir Cartagena con naturalidad, disfrutando tanto de la arquitectura colonial como del ritmo cultural de la ciudad.

Aquí conviven huéspedes que llegan para celebrar aniversarios o cumpleaños, viajeros culturales que desean descubrir la historia de Cartagena y ejecutivos que visitan la ciudad para eventos y encuentros internacionales.

Esa mezcla crea una atmósfera dinámica que define la personalidad de la casa.

Rooftop con vistas al paisaje colonial de Cartagena

Uno de los espacios más especiales de Casa La Merced es su terraza con vista al mar.

Desde allí se observan los tejados coloniales, las cúpulas de las iglesias y la arquitectura que caracteriza al Centro Histórico.

Para muchos viajeros, un hotel con rooftop en Cartagena es parte esencial de la experiencia. Este espacio permite disfrutar la ciudad desde otra perspectiva: contemplar el atardecer, sentir la brisa de la tarde o simplemente observar el movimiento de las calles históricas desde arriba.

Es un lugar pensado para detenerse y disfrutar el momento.

Cultura, historia y ciudad a pocos pasos

La casa se encuentra en Calle Don Sancho, una de las calles históricas más reconocidas de Cartagena.

Esta calle inicia en la Plaza de La Merced, donde se encuentra el icónico Teatro Adolfo Mejía, uno de los escenarios culturales más importantes de la ciudad.

En esta misma plaza se encuentra también el Claustro de La Merced, lugar donde reposan las cenizas del escritor colombiano Gabriel García Márquez, uno de los autores más influyentes de la literatura universal.

A su alrededor se encuentran algunos de los lugares más emblemáticos del Centro Histórico, como la Catedral Santa Catalina de Alejandría, plazas coloniales llenas de historia y restaurantes que hacen parte de la reconocida escena gastronómica de Cartagena.

Para quienes disfrutan descubrir la ciudad caminando, esta zona permite conectarse fácilmente con el patrimonio cultural, la arquitectura colonial y la vida vibrante del Centro Histórico.

La experiencia de un hotel boutique en Cartagena

Hospedarse en un hotel boutique cambia la forma de vivir la ciudad.

En Casa La Merced, la experiencia se basa en una hospitalidad más cercana y personalizada.

Lejos de la escala de los grandes hoteles, la casa ofrece espacios íntimos y un servicio atento que permite a los huéspedes sentirse como en una residencia histórica del Caribe.

El equipo de concierge puede además ayudar a descubrir la ciudad a través de recomendaciones culturales, reservas en restaurantes y experiencias diseñadas para disfrutar Cartagena desde una perspectiva local.

¿Para quién es ideal Casa La Merced?

Casa La Merced atrae a viajeros que buscan una experiencia boutique en Cartagena.

Es especialmente elegida por:

Parejas que celebran aniversarios, cumpleaños o escapadas especiales.

Viajeros culturales interesados en la arquitectura, el arte y la historia de la ciudad.

Ejecutivos y asistentes a eventos que visitan Cartagena para encuentros culturales o corporativos.

Viajeros que buscan una escapada única y memorable

Vivir Cartagena desde Casa La Merced

Cartagena es una ciudad que se disfruta sin prisa: caminando por sus calles, descubriendo plazas escondidas y dejando que cada rincón cuente su historia.

Hospedarse en Casa La Merced, un hotel boutique cerca del Teatro Adolfo Mejía en Cartagena, permite vivir esa experiencia desde una casa colonial que ha sido restaurada y que conserva el espíritu de la ciudad.

Un lugar donde la historia, la arquitectura y la hospitalidad se encuentran para ofrecer una estancia única en el corazón del Caribe.

Reserve su estancia con Mustique Hotels y descubra Cartagena desde una de sus casas más especiales.

What to do in Cartagena beyond the walled city

Cartagena de Indias is much more than its iconic walled city. While the historic centre is a treasure trove of architectural and cultural, there is a Cartagena is revealed beyond its walls: vibrant, authentic and full of contrasts.

If you are planning a trip and want to live a more complete experience, we invite you to discover the Cartagena from a different view:

1. Gethsemane: art, history and tradition

Located just minutes from the historic centre, Gethsemane is a neighborhood that retains the popular soul of Cartagena. Its streets, decorated with street art and colourful murals, invite you to walk, without hurry.

You can also enjoy the Trinity Square at dusk, a coffee on a terrace or local of a spontaneous musical experience in its corners.

2. Islands of the Rosario and Baru: a refuge from the Caribbean

If you are looking for disconnection and nature, the Islas del Rosario and Baru are ideal destinations to enjoy a full day. There you will find crystal clear waters, reefs for snorkeling, and open spaces perfect to relax in front of the sea.

In Mustique, we will be happy to arrange according to your preferences your experience. In addition, we could book a tour of the islands on one of our boats.

3. Cerro de La Popa: from the top of the city

The Cerro de La Popa is the highest point in Cartagena and offers one of the best panoramic views of the city. At the top is the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Candelariaa site full of religious history and spirituality that is worth getting to know.

4. Nozzle: connection with nature and local roots

Only 20 minutes from the old town, The Nozzle is a community of fishing tradition that offers experiences of responsible tourism. There you can explore the mangroves by canoe, guided by members of the community, while learning about their culture and the natural environment.

Continue reading «Qué hacer en Cartagena más allá de la ciudad amurallada»

Icons colonial Cartagena de Indias: history, heritage and faith to steps of Mustique

During the colonial era, the churches and religious buildings were built as symbols of power and faith, to rise above the rest of the walled city. Its domes were led not only to the spirit of the inhabitants, but also to mariners arriving at the port. Today, between the contrast in the skyline, modern, and the walls are centuries old, these monuments continue to be the most recognizable, photographed and admired of Cartagena de Indias.

Stay in one of the houses Mustique —such as Hotel Casa Don Sancho Hotel House of Mercy or House Hotel Income means to be immersed in the heart of this story alive. Just steps away, guests can walk among centuries of architecture, legends and sacred art, while enjoying the elegance of a stay-colonial with all the contemporary comforts.

Cathedral of St. Catherine of Alexandria: between heaven and earth

Located in one of the most emblematic squares of the city, this imposing cathedral dates from the SIXTEENTH century and is one of the oldest in America. Its dome yellow stands as a spiritual lighthouse and a point of reference, from different angles, from the historical centre.

Only A few steps away from the hotels Mustique, is today a meeting point for tourists, worshippers and travelers who stop to admire your greatness... and to capture it in a photograph.

Church of San Pedro Claver: faith, history and justice

Just A few minutes walk from either of our houses, this church was named in honor of the "slave of slaves" represents one of the most human of colonial history. San Pedro Claver dedicated his life to the defense of the rights of the enslaved, and their legacy remains in this temple of coral stone, one of the most visited and revered of the city.

In the square that surrounds it, in addition to being one of the most photographed places in the historic center, visitors can enjoy the outdoor art sculptures wrought iron master Edgardo Carmona, as well as a vibrant dining experience with restaurants and bars where you blend local and international flavours.

It is a place where art, history, and contemporary life are interwoven to provide an experience genuinely cartagena. 

Clock tower: the door to the walled city

Built in the SEVENTEENTH century, this structure is marked for centuries the main entrance to the historic centre. His watch, added later in the NINETEENTH century, gave the name to which today we know it. Crossing the Clock Tower is to enter officially the Cartagena colonial.

From House of Income, a few steps away, guests can easily reach this iconic door, ideal to start any tour of the city. It is also one of the photography backdrops most sought-after by travelers and locals, especially at night, when the lighting highlights the symmetry of the architecture.

Live Cartagena, live Mustique

Stay in Mustique is to enjoy the privilege of walking between jewellery colonial, living monuments and places that have witnessed centuries of history. From our boutique hotels, you can walk around every corner emblematic, discover new perspectives, and be enchanted by the legacy of a city that breathes art, spirituality and beauty.

Our concierges will be happy to arrange personalized experiences that connect to your stay with the best of the heritage of Cartagena de Indias. Because here, each walk is a lesson in history and each view, a postal eternal.

Cartagena de Indias: Culture, Art, and Music to Start the Year

The beginning of the year in Cartagena de Indias, is not only is marked by its warm climate and its charming atmosphere in front of the Caribbean sea. It is also the season in which the city is alive with some of the cultural events, artistic, musical and most important of Colombia and Latin america.

If you're looking for a destination that combines beauty, history, beach and an intense cultural life, Cartagena is the perfect place to live unforgettable experiences in these first months of the year.

International Music Festival of Cartagena

4 to January 12, 2026

For nine days, Cartagena is transformed into a stage for classical music. Concerts in colonial churches, squares and theatres iconic, interpreted by recognized national and international artists, make this festival an encounter sublime between the music, the architecture and the history. A world-class event which connects to the lovers of the art sound with the soul of the city.

International Fair Farex

Until 12 January, 2026

The fair of arts and crafts more important of the region, brings together creators from all over the country and Latin america. Fashion ethnic, handmade items, textiles and unique cultural expressions are part of an exhibition that values authenticity and celebrates the diversity of traditions. An ideal opportunity to purchase unique pieces and connect with talent communities and artisans.

Hay Festival Cartagena

January 29 to February 1, 2026

One of the literary meetings more important in the world returns to Cartagena with its unique blend of thought, literature, journalism, science and culture. Authors, thinkers, musicians and artists to share ideas in scenarios that are open to dialogue and inspiration. The hay Festival is an invitation to look at the world from different perspectives, with Cartagena as a backdrop.

FICCI – International Film Festival of Cartagena

14 to April 19, 2026

The film festival is the oldest in Latin America celebrates the seventh art at its finest. Independent productions, talks with filmmakers, outdoor screenings and premieres of international filled with magic nights cartageneras. The FICCI makes the city at the meeting point of the audiovisual industry in the region and a showcase of emerging talent.

A cultural experience, from the heart of Cartagena

Stay in boutique hotels of Mustique, located in the Historic Center, is an active part of this vibrant cultural agenda. From our homes restored colonial, guests can walk to the main scenarios, live the city from the inside, and enjoy an experience that combines hospitality custom, living history and closeness with the art, the music and the word.

Either from a balcony flourished or a terrace with views of the domes colonial Cartagena is live different when you at the right place.

Cartagena 2026:

Culture, music, art and hospitality in a single destination.

Discover our homes and prepare to live a season full of inspiration.

Cartagena and Ironman 70.3: history, Caribbean, and world-class sport

Cartagena de Indias is not only synonymous with history, culture, romance, and hospitality. Today is also positioning itself as one of the most relevant of sports tourism in Latin America, consolidating its place on the international map with events of high impact as the Ironman 70.3. In its eighth edition, this competition of resistance returns to reunite with hundreds of athletes in national and international in a city that has it all: infrastructure, connectivity, natural beauty, and caribbean spirit.

A destination versatile: weddings, holidays and major events

From celebrations to intimate in colonial churches to international conferences, Cartagena adapts to every type of trip. Its streets, city walls, a hundred years old, beaches, warm water, and a gastronomy vibrant make it the ideal place for a family vacation as well as for experiences of luxury, honeymoons or getaways cultural.

The city is consolidated also as a hub for events, large format, and the Ironman 70.3 is proof of this: a global race that is done only in cities that meet high standards of logistics, weather and tourism.

Ironman 70.3 Cartagena: more than a career

With evidence of swimming, cycling and running, the Ironman 70.3 Cartagena challenges the limits of endurance of the athletes in a unique setting. Cartagena has been recognized as one of the venues most spectacular of the world circuit, thanks to its geography, its hotel infrastructure and the quality of the public that accompanies the event.

During this edition, participants will swim in front of the Bay of Souls, and they'll travel the northern area on bike and cross the historic center running between walls, squares and alleys colonial. A physical challenge and, at the same time, a unique sensory experience for competitors and spectators.

Mustique: a perfect location to live the Ironman

In Mustique, our boutique hotels located within the historic centre offered to the athletes, teams and associates are a strategic location for the event:

  • A few steps from the exit point of the swim.
  • In the same perimeter where the transition is made from bicycles.
  • In the heart of the circuit trot and arrival end.

In addition to the closeness logistics, in our houses, you will find the necessary rest, the silence restorer and personalized hospitality that characterizes Mustique. Our team is ready to support you before, during and after the event, either as an athlete or spectator.

Sports tourism: Cartagena continues to set trends

Events like this not only promotes the sport of high performance, but also enhance the economic development, responsible tourism, and the international visibility of the city.

The Ironman 70.3 Cartagena is, without a doubt, a showcase global, which reaffirms that this city is not only a destination for holidays and weddings, but also sports world-class.


What we hope to do in Cartagena with Mustique

Whether you come to compete, to support, or to enjoy the energy of the event, in Mustique Hotels we will be happy to receive you. Our concierge team can help you plan your schedule, manage transfers, reservations, tours, or simply assure you an unforgettable stay.

Cartagena is alive with history, culture, and sport. And Mustique is the best place to live.

Cartagena of the Indies: The Independence that Vibrates with History, Culture and Sea

Each November 11, Cartagena de Indias dresses of history, memory and celebration. This iconic date, it is not only a commemoration more in the calendar colombian; it is a symbol of national pride. It was in 1811 when Cartagena became the first city in the country to declare its absolute independence from the Spanish Crown, marking a milestone in the history of Colombia and Latin America.

More than two centuries after, that rebellious spirit and brave continues to be present in every cobbled street, on every wall that resists the passage of time, in each face of its people.

A city that celebrates its history with joy

November 11 is much more than a date patriotic: it is a living expression of the identity cartagena. During this time, the city is transformed into a scene of color, music, tradition and pride. Parades, parades, presentations and folklore events that pay tribute both to its history as cultural richness.

The Festivities of Independence bring together locals and visitors in a celebration that unites the past with the present. Here, the joy is not disconnected from the memory, but the glory: the freedom singing, dancing, cooking and shares.

A jewel of the colombian Caribbean

Cartagena is not only critical to understand the history of Colombia, it is also your window to the world. Its historic center declared a world Heritage site by UNESCO, its churches, squares, museums, balconies and domes colonial, are silent witnesses of a city that has managed to resist, renew, and shine.

But beyond its walls, Cartagena offers authentic Caribbean and vibrant. Baru, the Rosario Islands and white sand beaches invite us to rest and wonder. It is that balance between culture, history, and nature that makes it one of the favorite destinations not only for international travelers, but also for the colombians.

Cartagena, always a good plan

Independence is not only remember, we live in. And those who choose to Cartagena at this time of year, or in any other, prove it. Because beyond their celebrations, independence day, the town is a destination that excites and surprises at every visit:

  • For its gastronomy that mixed heritage of african, indigenous and Spanish.
  • By its streets alive, where every corner has a story to tell.
  • By his people, who proudly transmitted traditions from generation to generation.
  • For its sea, which completes the experience with beaches, islands, and unforgettable sunsets.

Living history, live in the Caribbean, lives Cartagena

In Mustique Hotels, we are proud to be part of this unique city. Our colonial houses, located in the heart of the historic center are the perfect place to stay and live the story of a close, without losing the warmth of the personalized service.

And for those who wish to continue the experience by the sea, in a natural environment and serene, Water-Baru by Mustique offers an exclusive setting for contemplation and connecting with the Caribbean, surrounded by a landscape of mangroves and with privileged views. An experience that combines privacy, nature, and good taste.

From our spaces, we discover Cartagena from its essence: his freedom, his identity and his beauty.

We look forward to celebrating the history, experience the culture and feel the sea. Cartagena de Indias has it all.

Cartagena Wedding Dreams – Wedding Forum: Cartagena de Indias reaffirms its place as a destination of romance eternal

The magic of Cartagena not only live when you walk its streets or admire the sunset from its walls. Also you can breathe in events that consolidate its international position as one of the destination weddings most desired in the world. One of them is the Cartagena Wedding Dreams – Wedding Forum by 2025, an event that marked a milestone for the city and the bridal industry.

An event of city with global impact

Organised brilliantly by Mary Cueter, Cartagena Magic and a team of strategic partners to the highest level, this event became a real meeting point for wedding planners, designers, suppliers, and luxury brands of Colombia and the world.

More than a thousand participants took part in lectures, exhibitions, and experiences around the universe of destination weddings, with Cartagena as the protagonist.

The city as a stage of eternal love

It is No coincidence that Cartagena de Indias is considered a gem for those who dream of a “yes, I do” surrounded by history, art and the Caribbean sea. Its colonial churches, heritage homes, boutique hotels, nearby beaches and the warmth of its people make it unique.

In addition, Cartagena continues to be recognized in the international scene: in the most recent edition of the World Travel Awards 2025, was chosen as the Best Honeymoon Destination in South america, consolidating its charm to celebrations, and romantic getaways unforgettable.

In addition to this, the Port of Cartagena, received the award as the Best Cruise Port in South america, and Colombia was awarded as the Best Tourism Destination continent's Young, reaffirming the attractiveness of our country for new generations of travelers and celebrations.

A gateway of big names in the bridal industry

The presence of renowned international designers, who are experts in wedding design and renowned wedding planners was one of the great highlights of the event.

This exchange of visions and styles strengthens Cartagena as an epicenter for weddings, high-level, where the creativity and experience come together to design celebrations memorable.

Mustique Hotels: proud sponsors and hosts

 From Mustique Hotels, we had the honor of participating as sponsors and exhibitors at the event.

As the operator of boutique hotels in the Historic Center of Cartagena, and in Barú, we are deeply grateful for this space of connection and learning with leaders of the industry.

Our homes —intimate, elegant and with a unique timeless— are ideal for the families of the bride and groom, private dinners, brunch pre-or post-wedding and live an authentic experience in the heart of the city.

In addition to its privileged location, our homes allow special guests, both on the side of the bride and the groom, are close and live every moment of this celebration of a close and comfortable.

An invitation to live the romance eternal Cartagena

Events such as the Wedding Dreams – Wedding Forum by 2025, not only positioned to Cartagena at the highest international standards, but that affirm what many already know: Cartagena is and remains, the quintessential destination to celebrate love.

From Mustique, we extend the invitation to live this unique experience. Whether it be a wedding, a loss of hand, a honeymoon or a romantic getaway, Cartagena is waiting. And we also, with open doors, and the heart is full of history, elegance and personalized service.

Castillo de San Felipe de Barajas: an icon of Cartagena, and the pride of Colombia

Visiting Cartagena de Indias is to enter in a city where history breathes from every stone. And between all their treasures, one looms over the city as a living testimony to his legacy: the Castle of San Felipe de Barajas, one of the key strengths of the continent, and today, one of the places most visited by domestic and international travellers.

Recently awarded with the prize Travellers’ Choice 2025 Tripadvisor, this iconic castle not only stands out for its military architecture, but also for being a fundamental part of the cultural heritage of Colombia and the world.

A jewel of a declared World Heritage site by Unesco

Built in 1536 by the Spanish and expanded in several stages until the EIGHTEENTH century, the Castle of San Felipe de Barajas is a feat of military engineering of that time. Its complex network of tunnels, walls and passages in it was designed to defend the city from attacks by sea and by land, resisting numerous sieges.

For its historical value, cultural, and architectural, this fortress was included in the declaration of the Unesco World Heritage, along with the entire old city walls of Cartagena. It is, without doubt, one of the icons more recognizable in the country and a must for all visitors.

Acknowledgments to the consolidated their position as a premier tourist destination

In 2025, the Castle of San Felipe was recognized with the prestigious prize Travellers’ Choice by Tripadvisor, a distinction that places it among the tourist attractions most valued globally by thousands of travellers. 

This recognition not only celebrates their beauty and historical importance, but also the experience that it offers to those who travel along it: panoramic views of the city, underground tunnels filled with mystery, and the possibility of imagining, step-by-step, how to be defended Cartagena of the pirates and enemy powers. 

A cultural tour, a few steps from the hotels Mustique

Located just minutes from the historic center, the Castle of San Felipe is an ideal visit for those who stay in the hotels Mustique. Our concierges will be happy to arrange a guided tour that allows them to explore this fortress with context, detail and comfort.

In the morning, in the framework of a cultural walk, or at the end of the afternoon, when the sun goes down and the castle is dyed in golden, this visit becomes a memorable moment of the trip.

A symbol of national identity and pride

The Castle of San Felipe is not only a tourist attraction: it is a symbol of resistance, strategy and identity. Represents centuries of history that shaped the character of Cartagena and Colombia.

Its conservation, its relevance in the national narrative, and its international recognition become an obligatory stop for those who want to understand the soul of this caribbean city.

Stay in Mustique and discover the history of Cartagena with elegance

From any of our boutique hotels located in colonial houses of the historic center, you can enjoy Cartagena at your own pace. Away from mass tourism and close to the real thing. With the accompaniment of our team, your visit to the Castle of San Felipe de Barajas will be much more than a walk: it will be an intimate encounter with history.

Discover Cartagena. Live your legacy. Stay with Mustique.