Melissa Hoyer
Four Seasons Hotel and Residences Cartagena is now confirming reservations ahead of an anticipated opening later this year.
Set in the colourful Getsemani neighbourhood, steps from the historic Walled City and across the street from the contemporary convention centre, Four Seasons Hotel and Residences Cartagena blends centuries of history with modern vibrancy, offering a luxurious, sophisticated and welcoming experience for travellers and locals alike.
“This project is one of true passion as we transform incredible historic buildings in a remarkable destination, preparing them for the next chapter in their story while we continue to grow our presence in Colombia,” saysAntoine Chahwan, Four Seasons President, Hotel Operations – Americas.
“Together with our owner partners, San Francisco Investments, and a dedicated team of visionary creatives, culinarians and hoteliers, we are thrilled to deliver a personalized and distinctly Four Seasons experience in an extraordinary setting.”
Comprising an assembly of historic buildings ranging from the 16th-century San Francisco cloister and temple to a collection of theatres and the 1920s landmark Club Cartagena, the intimate hotel invites exploration at every turn. Exquisitely restored façades, quiet courtyards and outdoor walkways, intricate stone and woodwork, hidden frescoes and elegant public spaces give way to Old World-influenced rooms infused with at-one’s-fingertips technologies.
The hotel design was crafted by celebrated French designer François Catroux, known and awarded for blending timeless elegance with inviting comfort for prominent figures and tastemakers around the world. Famously selective, only taking on projects that inspired him, the property is among the very few hospitality commissions he ever undertook, underscoring its significance.
French design studio SBM shaped interiors in the food and beverage spaces, carrying Catroux’s design language across Club Cartagena venues. Collaborating closely with Catroux, WATG integrated his vision into the architecture, while Wimberly Interiors and award-winning AvroKO contributed to the interiors. Principal architect José María Rodríguez honoured the historic buildings’ legacy with restorations by Ricardo Sánchez and Angelina Vélez. Local artisans, including Colombian designer Poli Mallarino (furniture and textiles), joined forces with Switzerland’s Enea Garden Design to bring details to life.
Panoramic views of the city’s eclectic neighbourhoods, busy harbour and Caribbean sunsets are enjoyed from two rooftop pool decks. A plethora of dining and drinking options – both within the hotel and steps outside in the Getsemani neighbourhood – ensure that every day brings something new.
Welcome to Four Seasons Hotel Cartagena
Entering the light-filled lobby – guests will find the legendary Club Cartagena’s grand staircase meticulously restored beneath a modern glass atrium before discovering cozy courtyards and outdoor corridors leading to rooms and suites.
Among 131 guest rooms and suites – many with private terraces – there are 27 Spanish colonial-style accommodations, including 18 rooms surrounding an interior courtyard in the former cloister, along with the two-bedroom, Presidential Suite (denominated Catroux Suite, as an homage to its designer) . There are 104 contemporary-style rooms, including the three-bedroom Casa Ambrad (House Royal Suite), which boasts a rooftop plunge pool.
Eight distinct restaurant and bar concepts include the debut collaboration between Four Seasons and The Major Food Group, known for high-profile venues such as New York’s Carbone. Signature dining experiences will include a classic steakhouse, a lively bar and more intimate speakeasy, a casual pizzeria, a rooftop bar ideal for enjoying sunset cocktails, and an eat-in or take-out café that pairs freshly baked pastries with Colombia’s most famous gift to coffee aficionados worldwide.
Designed as a holistic journey to wellness, UMARI Spa offers six treatment rooms including a couple’s suite, as well as hair salon, nail services and a 24/7state-of-the-art fitness centre. Two rooftop pools invite chilled-out relaxation by day, and chic cocktails as the sun sets and the city’s skyline comes alive with colour and light each evening.
In celebration of its grand opening, Four Seasons is extending a Stay Longer – 4th Night Free offer the perfect opportunity for an extra day of exploration and enjoyment in Colombia, and theExperience More offer, with up to USD250 credit for food and beverage and other hotel experiences included.
Call +1 416 673 5442 for more details, or book online.
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