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Sofitel Legend Santa Clara Cartagena

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About Sofitel Legend Santa Clara Cartagena

Sofitel Legend Santa Clara Cartagena accommodates wedding parties of 20 to 150 guests across its ceremony and reception spaces.

The closest airport is Rafael Núñez International Airport (CTG), about 15–20 minutes away by road.

The property holds a 4.8 of 5 Google rating across 4,646 guest reviews.

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The Sofitel Santa Clara was an amazing experience! We only stayed for one night before a wedding, but everything was impeccable.

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Getting there

Nearest airport: CTG, 20 min by carAisle estimate

Venue highlights

Occupies a fully restored 1605 convent with original architectural details including stone archways, bell tower, and sacred chapel
Houses 135 guest rooms on-site, allowing all wedding attendees to stay within the venue's historic walls
Located in San Diego neighborhood. Cartagena's oldest district with cobblestone streets and 16th-century fortifications
Features multiple event spaces including the restored Chapel of Santa Clara, cloistered courtyards, and colonial dining halls

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Day 1 (Arrival) · day 01

3:00 PMGuest check-in; welcome cocktail in courtyard

Day 2 (Wedding) · day 02

4:00 PMCeremony in Chapel of Santa Clara
5:30 PMCocktail hour in cloistered courtyard with Caribbean hors d'oeuvres
7:00 PMSeated reception in colonial dining hall; live band or DJ

Day 3 (Checkout) · day 03

MorningBrunch; guest departures

Costs and booking details

Getting there: CTG · 15–20 minutes
Guests fly into Rafael Núñez International Airport.
Typical total: $18,000–60,000Aisle estimate
Hotel offers tiered packages. Book 6–12 months in advance for peak dates. Prices do not include service charges (typically 10–15%) or applicable taxes.
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$18,000–60,000 USD for 50 guests (2-night stay; ceremony + reception)
Ceremony fee: $2,000–5,000Aisle estimate
A one-time licence and setup fee, paid to the venue.
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$2,000–5,000 USD (chapel rental; varies by complexity)
Reception: $150–300 / headAisle estimate
A seated dinner with wine and service, by headcount.
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$150–300 USD (all-inclusive food, beverage, décor based on menu tier)
Room rate: $350–1,200 / nightAisle estimate
A standard room in the wedding window. Group rates on request.
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$350–1,200 USD (standard rooms to suites; rates vary seasonally)
Weather window: December – March
The 4 months the weather is kindest. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.
Direct line: (605) 6504700
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Questions about the venue

Can ceremonies be held in the original chapel?+

Yes. The Chapel of Santa Clara retains its consecrated status and original baroque altar, accommodating up to 80 guests for religious or symbolic ceremonies.

What is the guest capacity for receptions?+

The venue accommodates 20–150 guests across multiple interconnected courtyards and dining halls, with flexibility for multi-space events.

Are wedding packages available?+

Sofitel offers customizable packages through their wedding concierge. Contact the hotel directly via their Accor website for detailed pricing and inclusions.

What is nearby for guest activities?+

The hotel sits within Cartagena's fortified old town, steps from museums, colonial plazas, street markets, and Caribbean beaches. The city is a UNESCO World Heritage site.

How far is the airport?+

Rafael Núñez International Airport (CTG) is 10 km away; transfers take 15–20 minutes by car depending on traffic.

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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.