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Hotel Estelar Playa Manzanillo

4.0 star property

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On the beach, sun-loungers, beach umbrellas, beach towels
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On the beach, sun-loungers, beach umbrellas, beach towels

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • All-inclusive
  • Spa
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Anillo Vial Vía Manzanillo del mar Km 4, Cartagena, Bolivar, 985
  • Place, Playa Manzanillo
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Karibana Golf Club
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, La Boquilla Beach
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cartagena (CTG-Rafael Núñez Intl.)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Room options

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Garden View | Living area

Suite, 1 King Bed, Garden View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 69 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds | Bathroom

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

7.4 out of 10
Good
(15 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Hotel Estelar Playa Manzanillo

Catch some rays at the beach or spend the day relaxing at Hotel Estelar Playa Manzanillo's full-service spa. Then enjoy a meal at one of the hotel's 4 restaurants.
Hotel Estelar Playa Manzanillo offers 192 accommodations with safes and complimentary toiletries. Rooms open to balconies. Beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include showers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is provided daily.

An outdoor tennis court and a health club are featured at the hotel. 3 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool. Other recreational amenities include a sauna and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

The onsite spa has massage/treatment rooms. Services include facials, body treatments, and manicures and pedicures. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy. The spa is open daily.
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Hotel Estelar Playa Manzanillo. During your stay, you'll be within walking distance of Playa Manzanillo. Free WiFi in public areas, free self parking, and a free shopping center shuttle are available. This property offers pet-friendly amenities like food and water bowls.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self parking
  • Enjoy international cuisine with garden views at Buffet La Palapa, one of the property's 4 restaurants
  • Take a swim in the 3 outdoor pools
  • Treat yourself to manicures and pedicures, facials, or massages at the spa
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge, and tour or ticket assistance
  • Onsite recreation includes an outdoor tennis court, a gym, and a sauna
  • Just a 3-minute drive from Playa Manzanillo and 13 minutes from La Boquilla Beach
  • Free shopping center shuttle service
  • Cats and dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
  • Pet-friendly amenities are available, including food and water bowls
Hotel Estelar Playa Manzanillo is an all-inclusive hotel. Room rates include meals and beverages at onsite restaurants and bars. Other items and amenities, including taxes and gratuities, and access to recreational activities and entertainment may also be included. Additional charges may apply for meals at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, certain beverages, and other amenities.

Lie back and work on your tan with relaxing beach amenities like umbrellas and sun loungers. At Hotel Estelar Playa Manzanillo you can cool off in one of the 3 outdoor swimming pools and indulge in a pampering afternoon at the full-service spa.

There are 4 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/café and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a beach bar, a poolside bar, and a bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. This all-inclusive hotel also offers a children's pool, outdoor tennis courts, and a health club. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Cartagena hotel.

Buffet La Palapa - Overlooking the garden, this buffet restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting).
La Trattoria - This theme restaurant specializes in Italian cuisine and serves dinner only. Reservations are required. Open daily.
Nativo - This theme restaurant specializes in seafood and serves dinner only. Reservations are required. Open daily.
The Grill - This restaurant specializes in barbecue and serves dinner only. Reservations are required. Open daily.
24-hour room service is available.

All-inclusive details

This hotel is all-inclusive. Onsite food and beverages are included in the room price (some restrictions may apply).

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free shopping centre shuttle
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • 4 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Buffet La Palapa
  • La Trattoria
  • Nativo
  • The Grill

Things to do

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Basketball
  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Golf lessons
  • Health club
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Scuba diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Surfing/bodyboarding
  • Volleyball
  • Water skiing

Family friendly

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • 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

Business services

  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre (1,819 square foot of space)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Spa open daily
  • Spa treatment rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 5 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2011
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Breakfast is not included in the Breakfast rate for children 12 years and under. Breakfast for children can be requested onsite for the listed child breakfast fee.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: COP 130000 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 33 lbs per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • You may be required to pay the following charge at the property: Colombia Value-Added Tax (VAT) at 19%. A VAT exemption is available to travelers who present a valid passport and tourist visa showing they are not a resident of Colombia and who pay using a foreign card or via a bank transfer from outside Colombia. This exemption applies only to tourist package bookings (accommodation plus other travel services).

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: COP 80000 per person (roundtrip)
  • Pet fee: COP 130000 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Hotel Estelar Playa Manzanillo offers transfers from the airport (fees may apply). Please contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation with your arrival details prior to travel. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Visitors traveling with a child may be required by the property to present the following documents: At check-in, parents traveling into Colombia with a child under 18 may be obligated to present the child's birth certificate and photo ID (passport for non-Columbian citizens). If a relative or legal guardian is traveling into Colombia with the child, that relative or legal guardian may be obligated to present a notarized consent of travel signed by both parents, along with 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 planning to travel with children should consult a Colombian consulate office in advance of travel for additional guidance.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

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Hotel Estelar Playa Manzanillo Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 428 out of 976 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 319 out of 976 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 127 out of 976 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 57 out of 976 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 45 out of 976 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

6/10 Okay

C-J

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
The hotel was very nice, it has great drinks and the staff are friendly.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dorante

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a good experience
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Taylor

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very relaxing place! Staff was helpful and friendly. Areas were clean as well
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donte

Great experience
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would stay again
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Room was clean and
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ivan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room, very friendly staff . Everyone really nice and professional .
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jerry

Clean rooms & resort. Food was 85% good. Expected more variety at the restaurants.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Nathanielle

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
The resort is filled with mold. The room has mold. The adult pool is neglected.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Gilbert

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Room- toilet clogged daily , shades broke and we were in darkness all day Amenities- 3 restaurants? No 1 place with 3 signs and getting reservations was a hassle Staff- were friendly. 4 stars hotel. No, lies
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was very nice and spacious and beautiful
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Vida

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay and experience at the resort. The bar staff was wonderful.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Hanna

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Johana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is beautiful and the staff excellent. Had an amazing time staying
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ekaterine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love. Its clean stuff was very nice. Food was ok not great
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carolina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Beautiful rain forest vibe
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Placido

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

James

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
the staff was friendly and the resort was quiet
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place, lots of wildlife. The hotel is super clean, the beach is beautiful. The food is ok. The staff is kind, friendly, helpful. We had a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Britzaida

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent customer service, from check in process to restaurants, beach and bars. Good variety of foods at restaurants. Will stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ali

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect place to stay and spend your holiday specially if you are coming from Canada Take a Spanish dictionary with you
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vitaliy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great gem
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jully

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Daivis at the front desk was the best, great customer service! Overall the hotel is beautiful, safe and entertainment is amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Alireza

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great for the price
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Madelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024