Hotel
Sofitel Legend Santa Clara Cartagena
A grand hotel in the 17th-century convent of the Poor Clares in San Diego, with a pool, spa, cloister garden and the acclaimed Restaurante 1621.
Bantú By Faranda Boutique
A boutique hotel in an 18th-century San Diego house with patios, balconies, an outdoor pool and a restaurant inspired by Palenquera and Cartagena cooking.
At a glance
- Type
- Boutique hotel in an 18th-century house
- Area
- San Diego, Cartagena, Colombia
- Price
- $$$ · Upscale
- Official site
- farandahotels.com
Good to know
- Outdoor pool
- Jacuzzi
- Terrace
- Cabildo Bantú restaurant
- Bar
- Pet-friendly
Why we recommend it
Bantú is a boutique hotel in the San Diego neighbourhood of the walled city. It occupies an 18th-century house that its operator describes as full of texture, colour and calm, with interior patios and balconies. It is run by Faranda Hotels and, like the group's flagship in Bocagrande, belongs to Radisson Individuals.
The rooms are spread around the old house and include premium rooms with one king or two queen beds, some with pool views, studios, a premium studio suite and a two-bedroom suite that sleeps up to five, which is unusual in the old town and handy for families. There is also a simple double room. All rooms have air conditioning, a minibar, a safe, a flat-screen television and a private bathroom, with daily housekeeping.
At the centre of the hotel is an outdoor pool, with a terrace and a jacuzzi. Cabildo Bantú, the restaurant, serves breakfast, lunch and dinner with dishes inspired by Palenquera and Cartagena cooking. There is also a bar and a spa, both of which may carry an extra charge, a rooftop terrace used for private events a buffet breakfast, a business centre, bilingual staff and free Wi-Fi throughout the house. The hotel is non-smoking, family-friendly and pet-friendly, and airport transfers can be arranged for a fee.
Bantú suits travellers who want the character of a colonial house and a pool without paying the price of the most exclusive mansions. San Diego has plenty of places to eat: La Cevichería and Juan del Mar are in the neighbourhood, and the Plaza de San Diego is a short walk away. Diving Planet, which runs dive trips to the Rosario Islands, has its office close by.
The hotel is on Calle de la Tablada, almost opposite Érase un Café, a coffee shop known for its filter coffee and regional breakfasts, and within walking distance of Las Bóvedas, the walls and the Plaza de Santo Domingo. Faranda handles bookings centrally on +57 317 640 0245 and by email at [email protected], and there is a WhatsApp line on the group's website. The hotel's tourism registration number is RNT 13652.
Bantú By Faranda Boutique FAQs
What kind of building is Bantú in?
An 18th-century house in San Diego with patios and balconies.
Does the hotel have a pool?
Yes, an outdoor pool with a terrace and jacuzzi.
What food does the restaurant serve?
Cabildo Bantú serves breakfast, lunch and dinner inspired by Palenquera and Cartagena cooking.
Is it suitable for families?
Yes. It is family-friendly and has a two-bedroom suite for up to five guests.
Are pets allowed?
Yes, the hotel is pet-friendly, though this may carry an extra charge.
Where is it?
On Calle de la Tablada in the San Diego area of the walled city.
How do I book?
Through Faranda Hotels on +57 317 640 0245 or [email protected].