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Sophia Hotel By OxoHotel is a hotel destination wedding venue in Cartagena de Indias, Colombia, hosting 120 standing. Best months: January, February, March, December.

Sophia Hotel By OxoHotel

Cartagena de IndiasBolívar, Colombia

Set in a historic building in Cartagena de Indias, Sophia Hotel By OxoHotel is a 15-room property with sea views, a pool and an on-site bar.

Guests
120 standing
Rooms
15 rooms
Ceremony
Outdoor ceremonies
Season
Best weather Dec–MarAisle estimate
Getting there
CTGabout 14 min by car

About the venue

Set in a historic building in Cartagena de Indias, Sophia Hotel By OxoHotel is a 15-room property with sea views, a pool and an on-site bar.

Couples can hold an outdoor ceremony and follow it with either an indoor or open-air reception, with in-house catering and a meeting and banquet space that holds up to 120 standing guests.

The hotel sits 14 minutes from Rafael Núñez International Airport (CTG) and offers a shuttle, plus room types ranging from Superior Rooms for two to Family Rooms sleeping four, so wedding parties can stay together on site.

  • Historic building with sea views in Cartagena de Indias
  • Capacity for 120 standing guests in the meeting and banquet space
  • Outdoor ceremony plus indoor or outdoor reception options
  • In-house catering, on-site bar and a pool

Short answers

How many guests does Sophia Hotel By OxoHotel hold?
Sophia Hotel By OxoHotel holds 120 standing.
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Can guests stay at Sophia Hotel By OxoHotel?
Yes. 15 rooms.
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When is the best time for a wedding at Sophia Hotel By OxoHotel?
Best weather: December – March.
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How do guests get to Sophia Hotel By OxoHotel?
Fly into CTG, about 14 min by car.
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Capacity, rooms and facilities

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Capacity

Standing reception
120 guests

Staying over

Rooms
15 rooms
Room types
10 listed

House rules

Pets
Yes

Best weather to marry

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  1. January: best
  2. February: best
  3. March: best
  4. April: good
  5. May: out of season
  6. June: out of season
  7. July: out of season
  8. August: out of season
  9. September: out of season
  10. October: out of season
  11. November: out of season
  12. December: best
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Getting there

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Nearest airport
CTG, 14 min by car
Guest transport
Yes

Questions about the venue

Where a number is our estimate, we say so.

How many guests can the venue hold?
The meeting and banquet space accommodates up to 120 standing guests.
Can we marry outdoors and host the reception outside too?
Yes. The hotel hosts outdoor ceremonies, and receptions can be held either indoors or outdoors.
How many rooms are available for our guests?
There are 15 rooms, including Superior Rooms with a queen bed for 2, Junior and Deluxe Rooms for up to 3, and Family Rooms and Superior Family Rooms for up to 4 guests.
How far is the airport and is transport provided?
The hotel is 14 minutes from Cartagena's CTG airport, and a shuttle is available.
Is catering handled by the hotel and can we bring our dog?
Catering is in-house and there is a bar on site. Pets are allowed at the hotel.

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Sources and booking notes

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  • Standing reception: 120 guests

    “En la terraza Urania del Sophia Hotel, en Cartagena, se pueden organizar cocteles para 120 personas.”
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  • Rooms: 15 rooms

    “We offer 15 boutique rooms in Cartagena, equipped with Smart TV, free Wi-Fi, minibar, coffee station, and premium amenities, ideal for leisure and business travelers seeking comfort in the Historic Center.”
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  • Room types: 10 listed

    “Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed”
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  • Outdoor ceremony: Yes

    “Todos los eventos —desde los planes preboda y postboda hasta la ceremonia principal— se realizan en Urania Rooftop, un espacio icónico reconocido entre el 10% de los lugares más populares del mundo según los Travellers’ Choice Awards 2025 de Tripadvisor.”
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  • In-house catering: Yes

    “Full support in logistics, ambiance, and catering for a seamless and memorable experience.”
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  • Bar on site: Yes

    “Urania Rooftop es un bar en terraza en el Centro Histórico de Cartagena de Indias, con vista panorámica a la Ciudad Amurallada.”
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  • Pets: Yes

    “Tus peluditos son parte de tu familia.”
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  • Nearest airport: CTG, 14 min by car

    “CTG”
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  • Guest transport: Yes

    “En el Hotel Sophia, facilitamos su llegada y salida con nuestro servicio de transporte privado desde y hacia el Aeropuerto Internacional Rafael Núñez.”
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  • Event spaces: Banquet room

    “Meeting/banquet facilities”
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  • Reception indoors: Yes

    “La Aduana Restaurant: perfect for private dinners and gastronomic events in Cartagena.”
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  • Reception outdoors: Yes

    “Available venues: Urania Rooftop: terrace with views of the Historic Center, ideal for outdoor events in Cartagena.”
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  • Swimming pool: Yes

    “Get the party started in the pool with your loved ones to become the best host of a modern party that oozes style.”
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  • Sea view: Yes

    “In addition to its spacious interior, it has an impressive 36 m² private terrace, perfect for relaxing in the sun and enjoying the majestic views of the bay of Cartagena and the emblematic Plaza de la Aduana.”
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  • Historic building: Yes

    “Our republican-style building blends Cartagena’s historic architecture with contemporary design, creating a stay experience that combines comfort, identity, and boutique style.”
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