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Sofitel Legend Santa Clara Cartagena

Welcome to Sofitel Legend Santa Clara Cartagena, an iconic hotel where heritage meets modernity

“Its walls, which acted as a defensive shield in the past, blend in with colonial balconies and historic buildings that evoke the splendor of bygone eras. After significant efforts, the Sofitel Legend Santa Clara Cartagena opened its doors as a luxurious hotel bursting with history, magic and impressive anecdotes…”

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Discover the magic of Cartagena, the historic walled city, world heritage site by UNESCO in 1984.

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Over 400 Years of History

Built in 1621, our property was originally a convent that housed the Poor Clares before they were evicted in 1861. For over a century, this place witnessed history and served successively as a charity hospital and medical school therefore generating a series of Republican style changes. In 1995, it became the iconic Santa Clara hotel.

Legendary Guests

Santa Clara’s famous visitors throughout the years include royalty, numerous heads of state, Fashion icons, musicians, Nobel Prize winners, actors and film directors such as Jean Paul Gauthier, Mick Jagger, Don Juan Carlos Borbón & Sofía of Greece, Gabriel García Márquez, Sting, Shakira, Sofía Vergara and Fernando Botero amongst others.

Enter the Legend

In 2012, the Sofitel Santa Clara became Sofitel Legend, thus joining a collection of landmark properties located in cities with a rich cultural heritage all around the world. Travel back in time and discover the legendary story of this iconic hotel infused with French art de vivre, the perfect combination of age-old tradition and local hospitality.

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Location

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Sofitel Legend Santa Clara Cartagena

Calle del Torno 39-29 Barrio San Diego
130001 Cartagena de Indias, Colombia

Telephone

+57 60 5 6504700

Email

reservations.santaclara@sofitel.com, Concierge.santaclara@sofitel.com

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Dream Wedding

If you want a “dream wedding” this is the place. The location within the walled city, the spaces: you will not get a bad photo in this colonial style hotel, and the staff providing first class...

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A night to remember

My husband and I have a truly special experiment at the 1621 restaurant at the Sofitel Santa Clara. The staff was incredibly attentive and responsive throughout the whole experience. The intimate...

Dan T
Espetacular!

My husband and I have been to multiple tasting menu restaurants in New York City and other major cities, but the experience of dining at 1621 was phenomenal and truly special. The venue and dining...

Francisco M
AMAZING hotel, PHENOMENAL service!

Stayed here two nights with a girlfriend. Had an exceptional experience. Ate most of meals here too and everything was fresh and delicious! Room was lovely and beds were super comfortable!!! Several...

Columbus_MomColumbus
Beautiful place

Excellent service Yenifer and Jorge were great. Garden and all spaces are beautiful. Must to go place. Very good food and wine.

Santiago A