Travelers can take a leisurely dip in the outdoor pool while the hotel handles all travel needs, creating a perfect balance of relaxation and convenience
Hotel Isla Real offers a complete package for unwinding. Guests can book a rejuvenating massage at the onsite spa, enjoy English breakfast on the sunny terrace, or explore the garden. Active options include renting bikes or playing games in the property's arcade room.
Located in Cartagena, Hotel Isla Real is on the beach. Bocagrande Beach and Port, Fortresses and Group of Monuments reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Caribbean Naval Museum and Ciudad Movil Cultural Center. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Nuevo Bosque Softball Stadium or Jaime Moron Stadium. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, snorkelling and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking. Visit our Cartagena travel guide
Sector Bocachica, Cartagena, Cartagena, 130018
What's nearby
San Fernando Fort
14 min walk - 1.2 km
Restaurants
Bahía
Society Bar At Hilton
Parador Baru
Restaurante El Muelle - Cartagena
Charlie’s Coffee
About this property
Hotel Isla Real
Property highlights
You can look forward to free English breakfast, a terrace and a garden at Hotel Isla Real. Active travellers can enjoy cycling at this hotel. Treat yourself to a massage at the on-site spa. Free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 50+ Mbps, is available to all guests, along with an arcade/games room and dry cleaning/laundry services.
You'll also find perks such as:
An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers
Bike hire, luggage storage and a banquet hall
A reception hall, a front desk safe and 1 meeting room
Concierge services, beach towels and tour/ticket information
Guest reviews give good marks for the overall condition
Room features
All guest rooms at Hotel Isla Real have perks, such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and safes.
Free English breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
A bar/lounge
A restaurant
Snack bar/deli
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Bicycle rentals
Full-service spa
Gym
Outdoor pool
TV in common areas
Family friendly
Arcade/game room
Laundry facilities
Outdoor pool
Snack bar/deli
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Tour and ticket assistance
Business services
Business centre
Meeting room
Outdoors
Beach towels
Garden
On the beach
Pool loungers
Terrace
Full-service spa
Massage
Spa open daily
Accessibility
No lift
More
Ballroom
Banquet hall
Designated smoking areas
Reception hall
Room amenities
Bedroom
Premium bedding
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Private bathroom
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Towels provided
Food and drink
Limited room service
More
Air conditioning
Iron/ironing board on request
Safe
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 1 PM
Contactless check-out
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Cots (infant beds) are not available
Payment types at the property
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Deposit: COP 350000.0 per stay
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 travellers who present a valid passport and tourist visa showing that they are not a resident of Colombia and who pay using a foreign card or via a bank transfer from outside Colombia. This exemption only applies to tourist package bookings (accommodation plus other travel services).
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
You need to know
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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
There is no hot water on site
If you are travelling with a child, your property may require you to present the following documents: parents travelling into Colombia with a child under 18 may be required to present the child's birth certificate and photo ID (passport for non-Colombian citizens) at check-in. If a relative or legal guardian is travelling into Colombia with the child, that relative or legal guardian may be required to present a notarised consent of travel signed by both parents and a copy of both parents' ID. If only one parent is travelling into Colombia with the child, that parent may be required to present a notarised consent of travel signed by the other parent. Visitors who plan to travel with children should consult with a Colombian consulate office prior to travel for further guidance.
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Property is also known as
Hotel Isla Real Tierra Bomba Island
Isla Real Tierra Bomba Island
Hotel Isla Real Hotel
Hotel Isla Real Cartagena
Hotel Isla Real Hotel Cartagena
Frequently asked questions
Does Hotel Isla Real have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Isla Real?
As of 12 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Isla Real on 20 Mar 2026 start from RM347, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Hotel Isla Real pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Hotel Isla Real?
This property doesn't offer parking.
What time is check-in at Hotel Isla Real?
Check-in begins at 3 PM.
What time is check-out at Hotel Isla Real?
Checkout is at 1 PM.
Where is Hotel Isla Real located?
Nestled on the beach, this Cartagena hotel is 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from San Fernando Fort.
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Reviews
Hotel Isla Real Reviews
7.4
Good
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If you're visiting from far away like the United States or on a special trip, I'd recommend staying at the Blue Apple Beach Club instead. You don't want to cheap on the little stuff on a vacation. The room was advertisied as having Wifi, and it did not have Wifi or cell signal. Youll have to walk by the pool area to make calls. Also the bathroom has black mold around the sink, and the shower water temperature doesn't get warm or hot. Those basic comforts make a big difference on a vacation, so I wouldn't recommend if you're on a nice family vacation. They charge for water bottles and the water isnt drinkable. The food options are more limited.
After you've sprung for all the other travel arrangements to get here, just get a nicer hotel. If you're from nearby and could return whenever, the staff are kind and the island is beautiful.
Verified traveller
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Mark
24 Feb 2022
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Very nice place to chill, stuff is great, service is amaizing. They even had a di playing all day
Great staff, food, atmosphere, nature. If you stay at one of the suites, it's wonderful 3-star hotel experience. Other rooms would be more like 2 stars. Problem (in general in Colombia) is constant loud music in common area, particularly the bass-heavy reggaeton. But can ask for change, however the next day it's back.
We were surprised at how remote Tierra Bomba was despite being so close to Cartagena. This can be good if you don't want to do anything, bad if you want attractions. There are no cars on the island so you have to ride on the back of motorbikes to get anywhere. The nicest beach from the hotel is not walkable.
The hotel itself was very good. Beautiful views. The chef is excellent and will cook you anything you want. Felt like too many staff just hanging around at times when they could have been fixing up the place, clearing spider webs, etc.
Definitely go for one of the two suites - there is a marked difference between rooms.
Some very good positives, but also a few drawbacks to be prepared for both!
We spent three nights here in January and had the most relaxing time. It's a small hotel with less than 10 rooms but very comfortable and quiet. If you're looking to spend just a few days chilling out on Tierra Bomba then this would be the place.
Great hotel, with very friendly staff. Nice pool and outdoor area, and nearby the Blue Apple Beach House where you can hang out during the day.
Verified traveller
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020
8/10 Good
Andy
6 Jan 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
In summary, we enjoyed ourselves but its not all great.
The good -
The patio/pool/views are excellent. There is no beach access but its a 4 minute walk to a decent, not crowded beach or you can walk in or jump off the boat launch. Only 10 rooms so its not crowed, unlike the blue apple which is a short walk away. We had the best room with the private ocean view with balcony. Its got a great covered patio, two lounge chairs and a little sitting area. It also has an all outdoor (private) bathroom and shower. The service was polite but...
The bad -
The service is super slow. Im talking 10 minutes to make 2 cocktails slow, however this seems to be pretty common in Colombia. Food can be over an hour. The wifi was very slow and really only worked near the bar. The free breakfast was slim and got wiped out the second morning so there was not much to eat. We had an iffy "for two" meal the second night. The staff dont speak any english.
The ugly -
There are no services on this island, so bring anything you want. If coming again Id bring a cooler and some big waters, along with some snacks. We walked in to the town and there is nothing there aside from a single restaurant one the beach serving one thing. There is a TV in the room with direct tv, but no channels. The room needs some maintenance. None of the wall lights worked when we checked in, so the maintenance guy came and
Pool with a nice view. Rooms with good AC.
Entry should be by boat if you want it nice.
Jose
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019
2/10 Terrible
Verified traveller
14 Sept 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort
Toda la noche sin luz
Verified traveller
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019
6/10 Okay
Verified traveller
21 May 2019
Disliked: Cleanliness
Could be better
This is technically a nice place, and we wanted to like it more, but there's a weird vibe because you feel like you're encroaching on the staff's territory instead of feeling like a guest. They hang out in all the communal areas (including your room's patio space), talk on cell phones by the pool, walk around shirtless, etc). It was more awkward than relaxing. Unfortunately rooms were also lacking in cleanliness. This place has potential but I wouldn't go back as is. The gardner was really nice.
We loved our stay at Isla Real. At first we wanted to go to Blue Apple Beach hotel, but we were glad we didn't. Isla Real is much more quiet, and we avoided the crowds that come to the nearby beach every day. The location is beautiful and the hotel is well kept. There are beach chairs and umbrellas that you can bring to the beach, and a lovely hammock patio and pool where we spent most of our time watching the ships go by. The food at the restaurant is excellent, but it took us a really long time to get our food. It was worth it though! Overall, we had a great time at Isla Real.
Nous avons passé 10 jours dans cet hôtel pour plonger et nous reposer. Seulement 11 chambres confortables.
L'équipe est vraiment très sympathique.
La cuisine est excellente et vous pouvez manger à toute heure, même si pour 10 jours la carte paraît un peu restreinte.
Mais le chef peut vous cuisiner à la demande ce que vous voulez.
Contrairement à ce qui a été écrit les chambres peuvent être faites tous les jours mais il faut le demander.
Cependant, il ne faut pas s'attendre aux services que l'on a dans les hôtels qui sont au même prix en Europe car n'oublions pas que nous sommes sur une île avec les contraintes que cela engendre (faire venir l'eau tous les 2 jours... l'électricité).
La literie est excellente.
La piscine donne sur la mer et la plage est accessible en 3 minutes par un petit chemin.
Le séjour à été bon dans l'ensemble car le cadre est magnifique, calme et reposant.
Pour la plongée le Paraiso dive center de Cartaghene qui a une annexe à l'hôtel d'à côté est très bien.