Casa Carolina Hotel
Casa Carolina Hotel sits within Cartagena's historic walled center, meaning your guests can walk to colonial plazas and restaurants without needing transportation between events.
Casa Carolina 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), 20–25 minutes. Best months: January, February, March, December.
About Casa Carolina Hotel
Casa Carolina Hotel sits within Cartagena's historic walled center, meaning your guests can walk to colonial plazas and restaurants without needing transportation between events.
This 4.9-rated property offers on-site accommodations and event spaces, streamlining logistics for destination weddings.
The location eliminates the common problem of coordinating shuttles between ceremony, reception, and guest hotels.
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This hotel in the heart of Cartagena was everything we dreamed of. The energy of this beautiful place – the oldest building in the city – is truly incomparable.
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Getting there
- Nearest airport
- CTG, 25 min by carAisle estimate
Venue highlights
- Located on Calle del Arzobispado in El Centro, steps from UNESCO-listed colonial architecture and Plaza Santo Domingo
- 4.9 Google rating with consistent praise for service quality and historic ambiance
- Guest rooms available on-site, reducing coordination complexity for multi-day celebrations
- Can accommodate 20–150 guests depending on space configuration and event format
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.
- 3:00 PMGuest check-in at Casa Carolina; welcome cocktail in courtyard
- 5:00 PMCeremony in hotel salon or courtyard
- 6:30 PMCocktail hour; guests explore Plaza Santo Domingo or hotel bar
- 8:00 PMReception dinner and dancing in main event space
- 10:00 AMBrunch or farewell breakfast; guest checkout
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- CTG · 20–25 minutes
Guests fly into Rafael Núñez International Airport.
- Typical total
- $5,000–15,000Aisle estimate
Pricing varies by season, guest count, and add-ons. Request formal quote from venue for accurate figures.
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$5,000–15,000 USD (50-guest wedding with 2-night stay, catering, basic setup)
- Ceremony fee
- $500–1,200Aisle estimate
A one-time licence and setup fee, paid to the venue.
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$500–1,200 USD (ceremony only, space rental)
- Reception
- $35–60 / headAisle estimate
A seated dinner with wine and service, by headcount.
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$35–60 USD (catering; alcohol additional)
- Room rate
- $120–250 / nightAisle estimate
A standard room in the wedding window. Group rates on request.
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$120–250 USD (standard double room)
- Weather window
- December – March
The 4 months the weather is kindest. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.
- Direct line
- (605) 6543330
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Questions about the venue
Can we host both ceremony and reception at Casa Carolina?+
Yes. The hotel has multiple event spaces including courtyard and salon areas suitable for ceremonies up to 150 guests, with flexible layouts for receptions.
What is the closest airport?+
Rafael Núñez International Airport (CTG) is 20 minutes away by car. Most international flights connect through Bogotá or Miami.
Do guest rooms come with wedding packages?+
Yes. Wedding packages typically include discounted room rates for guests. Contact the hotel directly for group rates and package details.
Is the property accessible for guests with mobility needs?+
Casa Carolina is a historic property with some level changes. Contact the venue ahead to discuss specific accessibility requirements.
What is included in venue rental?+
Standard packages include event space, tables, chairs, and basic décor. Catering, alcohol, and décor upgrades are typically added separately.
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.