Bastión Luxury Hotel is a hotel destination wedding venue in Bolívar, Colombia, hosting 20 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Rafael Núñez International Airport (CTG), 20 minutes by car. Best months: January, February, March, December.
Bastión Luxury Hotel
Guests arrive at a restored 17th-century colonial mansion in Cartagena's walled old town, where stone archways and courtyards set the scene before they even enter the venue.
About Bastión Luxury Hotel
Guests arrive at a restored 17th-century colonial mansion in Cartagena's walled old town, where stone archways and courtyards set the scene before they even enter the venue.
Bastión Luxury Hotel transforms historic architecture into a sophisticated backdrop, with its 4.7-star rating reflecting consistent execution across ceremonies, receptions, and multi-day events.
The location puts your wedding at the heart of a UNESCO World Heritage site, where cobblestone streets and Caribbean light create authentic atmosphere without requiring guests to travel far from accommodations.
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We have travelled a lot and Bastion is in our top 5% hotel for Breakfast (surprisingly good European quality level) and it has a great rooftop pool. It is in the center of everything but surprisingly quiet.⭐️🙂
Francois Gagnon · on Google →Capacity, rooms and facilities
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- CTG, 20 min by carAisle estimate
The spaces
- Setting
- Urban, restored, elegantAisle estimate
Venue highlights
- Located at Calle del Sargento Mayor No. 6-87 in Centro Histórico, UNESCO-protected colonial district with immediate walkability
- 4.7/5 Google rating from verified guests attending events at the property
- On-site luxury accommodations allow guests to stay within the venue, eliminating external hotel logistics
- 17th-century colonial architecture with restored courtyards, arched ceilings, and original stonework
The wedding season
A sample wedding weekend
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Use this as a starting point and adapt it to your bookings and guests.
- 5:00 PM–10:00 PMGuest arrival and check-in; welcome cocktail in courtyard
- 10:00 AM–12:00 PMCeremony in main event space or courtyard
- 1:00 PM–4:00 PMCocktail hour and photo session; guest rest time
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- CTG · 20 minutes by car
Guests fly into Rafael Núñez International Airport.
- Typical total
- $15,000–45,000+Aisle estimate
Costs vary significantly by season, guest count, and menu selections. Request formal proposal from venue for accurate budgeting.
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$15,000–45,000+ USD for 50–100 guests including ceremony, reception, and accommodations (3-day weekend)
- Ceremony fee
- Contact venue for quoteAisle estimate
A one-time licence and setup fee, paid to the venue.
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Contact venue for quote (varies by guest count and season)
- Reception
- $80–150 / headAisle estimate
A seated dinner with wine and service, by headcount.
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Estimated $80–150 USD per person (inclusive of food, beverage, and service); higher-tier menus available
- Room rate
- $200–400+ / nightAisle estimate
A standard room in the wedding window. Group rates on request.
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Estimated $200–400+ USD per room (luxury property pricing; subject to availability and season)
- Weather window
- December – March
The 4 months the weather is kindest. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.
- Direct line
- (605) 6424100
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Questions about the venue
What is the closest airport, and how long is the transfer?+
Rafael Núñez International Airport (CTG) is 20 minutes by car or taxi. Most guests arrange transfers through the hotel or local car services; ride-sharing apps also operate in Cartagena.
Can guests stay at the hotel during the wedding weekend?+
Yes. Bastión Luxury Hotel has on-site guest rooms, allowing out-of-town attendees to lodge in the same building and simplifying logistics for multi-day celebrations.
What is included in venue rental?+
Contact the hotel directly at https://www.bastionluxuryhotel.com/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=business_listing for specific package details, as inclusions vary by season and guest count.
Is the venue available year-round?+
Off-season bookings may offer pricing flexibility.
What is the guest capacity range?+
The venue accommodates 20–150 guests depending on event configuration and whether ceremonies and receptions use the same or separate spaces.
Could this be your venue?
Ask about your plans, pricing and availability. You do not need a fixed date yet.
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Sources and booking notes
Confirm your dates, guest numbers, room arrangements and inclusions with the venue before booking. An enquiry does not reserve a date. Figures labelled Aisle estimate are modelled from regional rates and public sources; they are not venue quotes.