With a stay at Éteka Slow Beach Hotel - Adults only in Cartagena, you'll be by the sea, within a 10-minute drive of Bocagrande Beach and Playa de Punta Arena. .This beach hotel is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from San Fernando Fort and 4.9 mi (7.9 km) from Marbella Beach.
What's nearby
San Fernando Fort - 18 min drive - 3.0 miles
Restaurants
Society Bar At Hilton
Restaurante El Muelle - Cartagena
Charlie’s Coffee
Riquisimo BBQ Restaurante
Makani
About this property
Éteka Slow Beach Hotel - Adults only
Éteka Slow Beach Hotel - Adults only offers 10 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and designer toiletries. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Espresso makers and minibars are provided. Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and ceiling fans. Hypo-allergenic bedding, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a private beach and an outdoor pool.
The onsite spa has 4 treatment rooms including rooms for couples and outdoor treatment areas. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy, hydrotherapy, and reflexology. The spa is open daily.
Make yourself at home in one of the 10 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring minibars and espresso makers. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have designer toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and ceiling fans, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. You can soak up the sun at the private beach or enjoy other recreational amenities, which include an outdoor pool. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services.
Grab a bite to eat at the hotel's restaurant, which features a bar/lounge and a garden view. You can also stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
The front desk is staffed during limited hours.
A complimentary continental breakfast is served each morning between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.
Onsite venue - Overlooking the garden, this restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
No onsite parking available
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
A bar/lounge
A restaurant
Snack bar/deli
Things to do
Evening entertainment
Full-service spa
Outdoor pool
Conveniences
Limited-hour front desk
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Concierge services
Housekeeping (daily)
Proposal/romance packages
Outdoors
Beach loungers
Beach towels
Beach umbrellas
On a private beach
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Full-service spa
4 treatment rooms
Aromatherapy
Body scrubs
Couples treatment rooms
Deep-tissue massages
Facials
Hot stone massages
Hydrotherapy
Outdoor treatment areas
Reflexology
Spa open daily
Sports massages
Swedish massages
Accessibility
No elevator
More
3 floors
Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Bathroom
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Food and drink
Champagne service
Espresso maker
Limited room service
Minibar
More
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Safe
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before noon
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets allowed for an extra charge of COP 25000 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
Children and extra beds
Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 18 and older are welcome
Property payment types
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 travelers who present a valid passport and tourist visa showing they are not a resident of Colombia and who pay using a foreign card or via a bank transfer from outside Colombia. This exemption applies only to tourist package bookings (accommodation plus other travel services).
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Pet fee: COP 25000 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
If you are traveling with a child your property may require you to present the following documents: Parents traveling into Colombia with a child under 18 may be required to present the child's birth certificate and photo ID (passport for non-Columbian citizens) upon check-in. If a relative or legal guardian is traveling into Colombia with the child, that relative or legal guardian may be required to present a notarized consent of travel signed by both parents and a copy of both parents' ID. If only one parent is traveling into Colombia with the child, that parent may be required to present a notarized 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.
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM
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
Guests under 18 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property
Property is also known as
Eteka Slow Cartagena
Éteka Slow Beach Hotel
Éteka Slow Beach Hotel Adults only
Éteka Slow Beach Hotel - Adults only Hotel
Éteka Slow Beach Hotel - Adults only Cartagena
Éteka Slow Beach Hotel - Adults only Hotel Cartagena
Éteka Slow Beach Hotel - Adults only Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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This hotel is luxurious in appearance. The grounds are beautiful and the rooms are very comfortable. The downfalls however outweigh the positives. Our balcony did have a sea view as promised, but most of the view was of the check in building (privacy lacking) The food was hit or miss…we ordered a grilled boneless fish filet to be served a fried whole fish. We were told that was “boneless” and we were wrong. We also sat at dinner for 3.5 hours as you frequently have to flag down staff. It is VERY difficult to communicate if you speak minimal Spanish, so keep that in mind. You are provided with two small bottles of water in the room, but otherwise are charged $12,000 COP per bottle. There were a few stand-out staff members, but others were standoffish and seemed to be ignoring us. In summary: great for insta pics, not for those looking for a true luxury experience for the price.
Lugar excepcional para relajarte y entar en un ambiente de conexión con la naturaleza.
El personal del hotel es de gran calidad. Todos muy amables y serviciales .
We got the island the first day put our bags down and wanted to go for a swim. The pool was closed because it was being “treated”but we chose to walk over and only look at it anyway. I twas very murky and had a bad smell to it which deterred us from wanting to use jt the second day. So we decided to swim at their little beach. Almost immediately I stepped ln a rusty nail that did not penetrate my foot thank good. But we needed up finding multiple rusty nails right at their beach and I gave them to the workers who basically shook it off. There were flies everywhere when you wanted to eat breakfast or dinner. They only supplied you with 2 tiny water bottles a day. If you do not stay within the compound kf the hotel and try to walk the beach you will be bombarded with locals trying tk sell you think or stray dogs that come right up to you and want food and will bark until u give them something.
Is a only Instagram place . A lot of flies is almost impossible to drink or eat . They send you to the room and that is worse . Not recommended for the amount what you pay . If free is expensive bad smell and dirty beach . Not for a really vacation international , maybe local tourists “enjoy” but is not a place for $490 night
Highly recommend enjoying the private beaches and beautiful pool, especially during weekdays when you may have the hotel all to yourselves. We stayed there two nights and wish we would've stayed longer.
Eteka was such a good hotel, the rooms are amazing so beautiful, the staff is to attentive and they give so many recommendations, absolutely loved this place.
If you are looking for a nice relaxing hotel in one of the islands near Cartagena this is the place to be
This place was serene. We felt so at peace during our 2-night stay at Eteka. It would've been nice to have a few more late-night food options but the place is meant for you to go there and relax. Get rest. It gave Tulum-vibes. We had an incredible time here and would absolutely go again.
We loved Eteka. The place is beautiful and eco-friendly. It’s a great place to connect with nature. That said, keep in mind there will be mosquitos in the room, so keep the doors closed. The hotel provides you with bug repellent.
The decor is gorgeous and the beds are very comfortable. The breakfasts are included and very yummy and plentiful.
The food we tried was good. I want to say a special THANKS to Omar, Jesus, and Dayana. They were so sweet and helpful to us during our stay.
The only thing is the beach sometimes gets dirty sadly from people throwing their trash there. I wouldn’t say it’s a place you go to for the beach. You mostly go there to relax in their multiple relax areas. The spa was great!
We only planned to stay for one night but extended our stay. The staff was great, everyone went out of their way to make sure we had everything we needed. Such a romantic getaway, highly recommend. Thank you Eteka!
Such an unique property. Great service, rooms and amazing food. The spa is also very relaxing. Don’t miss it! Our room was called Cielo and we also had Love on Top dinner which was magic.
The location is pretty good , staff very friendly , however the hotel has old flooring so you can hear them cracking as people pass by . You won’t be able to sleep noise free .