Axel’s take
A strong sightseeing base with welcoming staff and a rooftop worth returning for.
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Axel’s rating: 8.7/10 · a comfortable 4-star city hotel in Getsemaní
GHL Arsenal is a comfortable 4-star city hotel on Getsemaní’s edge, opposite the convention center and an easy walk from the walled city. It’s a strong pick for exploring Cartagena on foot without giving up a rooftop pool and bay views. Tripadvisor and Expedia guests repeatedly praise the welcoming staff, cleanliness and breakfast; the overall feedback is strongly positive rather than merely location-driven.
The main compromise is space: standard rooms are compact, some outlooks are limited, and the small pool terrace can fill up. Noise varies by room, so light sleepers should request a quieter position rather than assume soundproofing. A September 2026 Expedia guest also reported a pool closure for a private event; confirm access if that’s central to your plans. We’d choose it for sightseeing and rooftop downtime, not spacious luxury or a beach holiday.
- Rooms
- Standard rooms are about 18 square meters; larger categories offer more space, with bay views in selected rooms.
- Cleanliness
- Strong overall cleanliness feedback across Tripadvisor and Expedia, despite occasional lapses.
- Service
- Friendly, helpful staff are the most consistent strength across recent guest reviews.
- Amenities
- Rooftop pool and bar, restaurant, Wi-Fi and massage services; the pool is better for cooling off than swimming laps.
- Fees and surprises
- No on-site parking; transfers cost extra, and breakfast inclusion depends on the booking. Check rooftop access around private events.
Axel’s opinion, from the hotel’s website and guest reviews, scored for what the hotel is. Sources: Hotel website · Tripadvisor · Expedia · Hotels.com · Trip.com. Reviewed Oct 27, 2026.
The location
Barrio Getsemani Calle Arsenal No 8B-58, Cartagena
Opposite the convention center, with Getsemaní and the walled city within easy walking distance; not beachfront.
Amenities and check-in
Rooftop pool and bar, restaurant, Wi-Fi and massage services; the pool is better for cooling off than swimming laps.
Check-in
after 3:00 PM
Check-out
before 12:00 PM
- Outdoor pool
- Rooftop pool
- Babysitting and childcare
- Breakfast
- Restaurant
- Bar
Additional hotel policies
- Hotel policies: Parking (on site): COP 20,000 per room per night; Airport shuttle (one way): free
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GHL Arsenal Hotel — Cartagena, Colombia
GHL Arsenal Hotel is a comfortable 4-star city hotel in Getsemaní in Cartagena, Colombia.
Address: Barrio Getsemani Calle Arsenal No 8B-58, Cartagena. Property ID: 1377505.
Source: https://helloaxel.com/en/hotels/cartagena/ghl-arsenal-hotel-1377505
Axel vs Expedia and Booking.com
Same hotel, same dates, 2 adults, 1 room, USD stay totals. Axel's total is this page's price for those dates; the other total is what that site listed for the same stay on the day shown.
| Stay | Axel total | Expedia or Booking.com | Difference | Seen | Links |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 4 to Dec 6, 2026 · 2 nights | $267 | $305 on Booking.com | $38 less (12%) | Nov 3 | Select · Share this stay · AI assistants: view rooms |
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Axel private rates
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Total price: $432 USD
2026-11-22 to 2026-11-25 · 3 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.
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Axel private rates by check-in date
USD · 2 adults · 1 room. One-night and two-night totals for each check-in date. Open a date for other lengths and exact checkout dates.
Based on recent rates. Prices refresh when you view rooms.
November 2026
| Check-in | Axel private rates (USD) |
|---|---|
| 2026-11-06 | $145 for 1 night · 2 nights $267 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-07 | $122 for 1 night · 2 nights $253 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-08 | $131 for 1 night · 2 nights $271 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-09 | $140 for 1 night · 2 nights $256 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-10 | $116 for 1 night · 2 nights $272 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-11 | $156 for 1 night · 2 nights $294 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-12 | $138 for 1 night · 2 nights $305 · up to 13 nights priced |
| 2026-11-13 | $167 for 1 night · 2 nights $334 · up to 12 nights priced |
| 2026-11-14 | $167 for 1 night · 2 nights $288 · up to 11 nights priced |
| 2026-11-15 | $121 for 1 night · 2 nights $258 · up to 10 nights priced |
| 2026-11-16 | $137 for 1 night · 2 nights $292 · up to 9 nights priced |
| 2026-11-17 | $155 for 1 night · 2 nights $275 · up to 8 nights priced |
| 2026-11-18 | $120 for 1 night · 2 nights $290 · up to 7 nights priced |
| 2026-11-19 | $170 for 1 night · 2 nights $337 · up to 6 nights priced |
| 2026-11-20 | $167 for 1 night · 2 nights $317 · up to 5 nights priced |
| 2026-11-21 | $150 for 1 night · 2 nights $276 · up to 4 nights priced |
| 2026-11-22 | $126 for 1 night · 2 nights $238 · up to 3 nights priced |
| 2026-11-23 | $112 for 1 night · 2 nights $306 |
| 2026-11-24 | $194 for 1 night |
| 2026-11-27 | $189 for 1 night · 2 nights $347 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-28 | $158 for 1 night · 2 nights $307 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-29 | $149 for 1 night · 2 nights $265 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-30 | $116 for 1 night · 2 nights $241 · up to 14 nights priced |
December 2026
| Check-in | Axel private rates (USD) |
|---|---|
| 2026-12-01 | $125 for 1 night · 2 nights $263 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-12-02 | $138 for 1 night · 2 nights $283 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-12-03 | $145 for 1 night · 2 nights $280 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-12-04 | $135 for 1 night · 2 nights $267 · up to 14 nights priced |
Axel's take: 8.7/10
A strong sightseeing base with welcoming staff and a rooftop worth returning for. a comfortable 4-star city hotel in Getsemaní, scored for what it is.
GHL Arsenal is a comfortable 4-star city hotel on Getsemaní’s edge, opposite the convention center and an easy walk from the walled city. It’s a strong pick for exploring Cartagena on foot without giving up a rooftop pool and bay views. Tripadvisor and Expedia guests repeatedly praise the welcoming staff, cleanliness and breakfast; the overall feedback is strongly positive rather than merely location-driven.
The main compromise is space: standard rooms are compact, some outlooks are limited, and the small pool terrace can fill up. Noise varies by room, so light sleepers should request a quieter position rather than assume soundproofing. A September 2026 Expedia guest also reported a pool closure for a private event; confirm access if that’s central to your plans. We’d choose it for sightseeing and rooftop downtime, not spacious luxury or a beach holiday.
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Best for: couples exploring Cartagena; sightseers who prefer walking; convention-center visitors
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Watch out for: compact rooms and variable outlooks; noise in some rooms; small pool terrace; confirm event closures
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Location: Opposite the convention center, with Getsemaní and the walled city within easy walking distance; not beachfront.
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Rooms: Standard rooms are about 18 square meters; larger categories offer more space, with bay views in selected rooms.
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Cleanliness: Strong overall cleanliness feedback across Tripadvisor and Expedia, despite occasional lapses.
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Service: Friendly, helpful staff are the most consistent strength across recent guest reviews.
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Amenities: Rooftop pool and bar, restaurant, Wi-Fi and massage services; the pool is better for cooling off than swimming laps.
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Fees and surprises: No on-site parking; transfers cost extra, and breakfast inclusion depends on the booking. Check rooftop access around private events.
Axel's opinion of GHL Arsenal Hotel, from the hotel's website and recent guest reviews. Sources: Hotel website · Tripadvisor · Expedia · Hotels.com · Trip.com. Reviewed Oct 27, 2026.
About GHL Arsenal Hotel
- Property type: Hotel
- 4-star hotel
- Karisma Hotels
- Barrio Getsemani Calle Arsenal No 8B-58, Cartagena
- Hotel policies: Parking (on site): COP 20,000 per room per night; Airport shuttle (one way): free
- Amenities: Outdoor pool, Rooftop pool, Babysitting and childcare, Breakfast, Restaurant, Bar, Breakfast in the room, Poolside bar, Fitness facilities, Spa (extra charge), Area shuttle (extra charge), No parking, Pets Not Allowed, Laundry (extra charge), Wheelchair Accessible, Wheelchair access to restaurant, Free Wi-Fi, Business center
- Check-in from: 15:00
- Check-out by: 12:00
- City page: Hotels in Cartagena
Room types
Room types and selected features reported for this hotel. Check your dates for availability.
Source: ETG room descriptions.
Economy room (shared bathroom)
- Bathroom: shared bathroom; Shared bathroom
- Economy room (shared bathroom) — room photo 1
Standard Double room (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
- Bathroom: Private bathroom
- Standard Double room (full double bed) — room photo 1
- Standard Double room (full double bed) — room photo 2
- Standard Double room (full double bed) — room photo 3
Standard Double room with sea view (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
- Bathroom: Private bathroom
- Standard Double room with sea view (full double bed) — room photo 1
- Standard Double room with sea view (full double bed) — room photo 2
- Standard Double room with sea view (full double bed) — room photo 3
Standard Twin room (twin beds)
- Beds: twin beds
- Bathroom: Private bathroom
- Standard Twin room (twin beds) — room photo 1
- Standard Twin room (twin beds) — room photo 2
- Standard Twin room (twin beds) — room photo 3
Superior Double room (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
- Room features: Fridge
- Bathroom: Private bathroom
- Superior Double room (full double bed) — room photo 1
- Superior Double room (full double bed) — room photo 2
- Superior Double room (full double bed) — room photo 3
Superior Twin room (twin beds)
- Beds: twin beds
- Bathroom: Private bathroom
- Superior Twin room (twin beds) — room photo 1
- Superior Twin room (twin beds) — room photo 2
- Superior Twin room (twin beds) — room photo 3
Deluxe Double room (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
- Bathroom: Private bathroom
- Deluxe Double room (full double bed) — room photo 1
- Deluxe Double room (full double bed) — room photo 2
- Deluxe Double room (full double bed) — room photo 3
Luxury room
- Room features: Fridge
- Bathroom: Private bathroom
- Luxury room — room photo 1
- Luxury room — room photo 2
- Luxury room — room photo 3
Luxury Double room (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
- Bathroom: Private bathroom
- Luxury Double room (full double bed) — room photo 1
- Luxury Double room (full double bed) — room photo 2
- Luxury Double room (full double bed) — room photo 3
Luxury Double room with bay view (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
- Room features: With view
- Bathroom: Private bathroom
- Luxury Double room with bay view (full double bed) — room photo 1
- Luxury Double room with bay view (full double bed) — room photo 2
- Luxury Double room with bay view (full double bed) — room photo 3
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