Located near Corales del Rosario National Park, Hotel Isla del Encanto offers a tropical paradise with a marina, poolside bar, and grocery store. Enjoy the private beach with beachfront dining and spa treatments like massages and body scrubs. Guests rave about the helpful staff.
Reviews
8.88.8 out of 10
Excellent
Popular amenities
Pool
Spa
Restaurant
Air-conditioning
Bar
The current price is RM1,920
RM1,920
RM1,920 total
13 Mar - 14 Mar
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Located in Cartagena, Hotel Isla del Encanto is in a rural area and on a private beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Rosario and San Bernando Corals Natural National Park and Isla Grande Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider National Aviary of Colombia and Rosario Islands Oceanarium. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and hiking/biking trails. Visit our Cartagena travel guide
Parque Nacional Corales Islas del Rosari, Cartagena de Indias, Cartagena, Bolivar
What's nearby
Rosario and San Bernando Corals Natural National Park
1 min walk - 0.0 km
Getting around
Cartagena (CTG-Rafael Núñez Intl.)
98 min drive
Restaurants
IBBIZA BEACH CLUB
Pa’ue Beach Lounge
Playa Coral Cartagena
Rooftop Bar Las Islas
Sol Y Papaya
About this property
Hotel Isla del Encanto
Upscale family-friendly hotel near Rosario and San Bernando Corals Natural National Park
Located close to Isla Grande Beach, Hotel Isla del Encanto provides a marina, a poolside bar and a corner/local shop. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a private beach, beachfront dining and beach massages. Indulge in a massage, a body treatment and a body scrub at the on-site spa. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy lunch, dinner, children's meals and local and international cuisine. Enjoy on-site activities, such as beach volleyball and kayaking. Guests can also expect to find a terrace, shopping on-site and a garden.
Other perks include:
2 outdoor pools and a children's pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), coffee/tea in reception and wedding services
A TV in reception, concierge services and tour/ticket information
Multilingual staff, a front desk safe and beach umbrellas
Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All rooms are individually decorated, and offer comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as perks such as safes and bathrobes.
Return airport shuttle (surcharge) from 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM on request
Food and drink
2 restaurants
A bar/lounge
A poolside bar
Coffee and tea in common areas
Restaurants on site
Don Juancho
El Goyo
Marea
Things to do
2 outdoor pools
Beach volleyball
Children's pool
Full-service spa
Kayaking
Outdoor pool (guest access)
Playground
Shopping
TV in common areas
Family friendly
2 outdoor pools
Children's pool
Grocery/convenience store
Laundry facilities
Playground
Conveniences
Grocery/convenience store
Guidebooks
Laundry facilities
Limited-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Concierge services
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Tour and ticket assistance
Wedding services
Outdoors
Beach loungers
Beach umbrellas
Garden
Marina
On a private beach
Picnic area
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Terrace
Full-service spa
Aromatherapy
Body scrubs
Facials
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Accessible airport shuttle
Handrails in stairways
Pool access ramp on site
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible spa
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Designated smoking areas
Room amenities
Bedroom
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Bathroom
Dressing gowns
Hair dryer (on request)
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
TV with satellite channels
Food and drink
Limited room service
Minibar
More
Access via exterior corridors
Air conditioning
Desk
Individual decor
Phone
Safe
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before noon
Special check-in instructions
Guests must transfer via boat and shuttle to the property; guests must contact the property at least 48 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
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
Guests should arrive at the La Bodeguita dock in Cartagena from 11 AM to 11:30 AM on the day of arrival to board the boat or bus. The boat/bus ride is approximately 1 hour.
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra 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:
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.
Optional extras
Airport shuttle fee: COP 300000 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)
Airport shuttle fee per child: COP 300000 (one-way), (up to 18 years old)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds
Tax ID - RNT 30258
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
There is limited 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
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Property is also known as
Hotel Isla Encanto Baru Island
Isla Encanto Baru Island
Hotel Isla del Encanto Hotel
Hotel Isla del Encanto Cartagena
Hotel Isla del Encanto Hotel Cartagena
Frequently asked questions
Does Hotel Isla del Encanto have a pool?
Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Isla del Encanto?
As of 10 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Isla del Encanto on 13 Mar 2026 start from RM1,920, 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 del Encanto pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Hotel Isla del Encanto?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 4:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.
What time is check-out at Hotel Isla del Encanto?
Checkout is at noon.
Does Hotel Isla del Encanto provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs 7:00 AM-4:00 PM on request. A fee of COP 300000 per vehicle applies.
Where is Hotel Isla del Encanto located?
Nestled on the beach, this Cartagena hotel is steps from Rosario and San Bernando Corals Natural National Park and 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Isla Grande Beach.
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Reviews
Hotel Isla del Encanto Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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9.4
Cleanliness
9.0
Location
9.2
Staff & service
9.0
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 124 out of 194 reviews
10 - Excellent
124
Rating 8 - Good. 39 out of 194 reviews
8 - Good
39
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 194 reviews
6 - Okay
18
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 194 reviews
4 - Poor
6
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 194 reviews
2 - Terrible
7
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Dominique
3 Feb 2026
The hotel is lovely and perfect for a quiet getaway! The staff is exceptional and everything
Great place for get away from the city, excellent food and rooms are comfortable and clean. Very professional staff specially Maria on the reception welcoming area and Martin our waiter he was very friendly and willing to help. The only bad thing it’s the boats who comes on a daily basic full of people and crowds the beach otherwise it’s a nice place.
Hotel Isla del Encanto provided an idyllic beach getaway with direct beach access. I loved the relaxing and peaceful hotel atmosphere. The bungalows were clean and comfortable and the staff was friendly and helpful. Good variety of options at breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
10/10!!! This place is pure paradise. The food is amazing, the staff is amazing, and the excursions are awesome. The staff will treat you like royalty and the best part is the hotel is secluded.
Norm
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Bruce
6 Mar 2024
As nice as we expected - maybe more so. Beautiful surroundings.
Great Island getaway from bustling Cartagena. I was able to sleep very good and truly relax! Junior the reception manager was vey accommodating and friendly. He made sure I was very happy during my stay!✨🏝️🌊🏝️✨
Amazing get away resort. Food and drinks are outstanding. Special shoutout to Lewin, Silvio and Alvaro. Ammenities on this resort are above similar properties. Beach is not the biggest and due to its location and depending on weather, the water can get mixed up and not be as turquoise as other beaches in the area.
This is located on an island so the only way to get here is via boat. You can travel via car but not as convenient, you still need the boat to get from car to island. It is very peaceful, staff very friendly. Expedia mislead us to say it was all inclusive which isn't true. They only cover 3 meals a day but you have to pay for lunch when you arrive. The food quality is weaker than the walled city but comparably more expensive. Alcohol is not included. The entire experience was very relaxing and quiet. This was probably the best part.
This property was beautiful. The only thing I didn't like was not having a free option of transportation off of the island when i wanted to go explore. However the overall stay was nice and the staff were very kind. Also make sure to take bug spray the mosquitoes were very bad and
I got bit up alot.
It was a wonderful stay from start to finish. Service was incredible, food delicious, rooms amazing. Only downside was that I didn’t think to bring bug repellent. Mosquitos were bad early am and evening so we were unable to use our balcony at all and had to get out of the pool by 5:00pm. This was in November at the end of rainy season, so it makes sense that there were mosquitos, just an oversight on my part. Hope this tidbit helps someone be better prepared.
A truly wonderful few days at this gorgeous property. The boat ride to the property from Cartagena was a beautiful one hour trip. Welcome drinks and friendly staff greeted us upon arrival. Our villa overlooking the pool and sea was modern and comfortable with very quiet and effective air conditioning, that was necessary as the afternoon heat was impressive. Three meals per day are included and they were tasty, well prepared and large portions that were served by friendly staff. Note that alcohol is NOT included in the rate, so be prepared to pay extra for any cocktails or wine. The neighboring village was a bit loud at night as the street party went until the early morning hours, but it was a LOT more quiet than the street parties in Cartagena. Overall a great spot that was very well maintained, relaxing with great food and great service. We would highly recommend for a relaxing escape after busy days being a tourist in Cartagena.
For the price we paid per night ($600 for a family of 4), the food was really pretty poor.
It was disappointing and the worst we had on our 3 week trip to Colombia.
No options for kids. We were told every lunch would be buffet, only one out of four ended up being buffet. We were given the a la carte menu to choose from, whilst this may sound appealing, there was only one starter and four mains. Fish was terrible, such a shame for being on an island.
Every night, you had to endure the music from the village. One night it went on until 4am.
I would recommend staying on the smaller islands where the water is clear and calm.
We had a nice stay at Hotel Islas del Encanto. It may not be for everyone. The rooms are very clean and the beds are quite nice by American standards (and we are picky). The bathrooms in most rooms are semi-outside but private, so not air conditioned or enclosed from bugs, but really there were few mosquitos. The staff are super friendly although not all have great English, but they are so nice it makes up for it. The biggest drawback would be the limited beach as they send you on a boat trip if you want a better beach, and limited activities. The saltwater pool is really nice with a waterfall and swim-up bar, and there is plenty of filtered water. The other drawback is the food is all included in the price (not drinks, but that was well warned), but the food is so-so. We ate much better in Bogota and Cartagena, like juices did not seem fresh squeezed for instance, breads were doughy, etc. But very relaxing and quiet and if you have rustic expectations you will enjoy it. Sunsets over the ocean are spectacular! Also do the aviary tour and the plankton tour, but negotiate on price as they know they are overcharging!
The room was lovely . Very clean , really cool outdoor shower. The guests only pool was really great and the hotel grounds were well maintained
Like others mentioned , the water is a bit murky and green, not clear blue it is still calm and pretty. We loved using the free paddle boards and kayaks .
We didn’t love having day trippers take over the beach at 10-2 so we went to the pool during that time . There are some people selling jet ski rides and jewelry near the beach but they mostly wait for you to approach them .
Lovely views from the restaurant . They have a few vegetarian options that were tasty. We had an issue with the server and the vegetarian food that was resolved quickly and very kindly by the manager of restaurant and hotel.
We loved the snorkel trip . It was so lovely. We hope in the future the guides would talk about importance of conservation and remind people not to step on the coral .
Our son 11 year old loved this place and we liked it . We would return . It was overall a nice relaxing place to spend time .
Christina
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
2/10 Terrible
sandrine
1 Jan 2026
Disliked: Staff & service
We left took so much time to even get help with staff on how to arrive bus or boat since August I tried with them. We had to book a boat that cost so much and then food was so limited barely any. We left after the upstairs peoples made insane noise til 3 with moving tables and chairs and kids screaming