The Ananda is ideally situated in the centre of Cartagena’s historic district and lives up to its name, which means ‘a state of bliss’ in Sanskrit.
Surrounded by historical buildings including the Cathedral, Santo Domingo's Square and the Inquisition Palace, the hotel is a renovated colonial house with 23 luxury suites, each with high ceilings and balconies.
The hotel has a Jacuzzi, swimming pool, gym and day beds on the terrace, as well as a Mediterranean restaurant with a terrace overlooking the old city.

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