Hotel 3 Banderas
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Summary of reviewsHotel 3 Banderas in Cartagena prides itself on its prime location in the historic center, offering guests an ideal base to explore the vibrant culture and history of the walled city. Positioned on one of the city's most beautiful streets, it delivers a serene yet convenient atmosphere for sightseeing. This central yet quiet setting ensures easy and secure access to notable landmarks, restaurants, bars and cultural sites, providing a peaceful retreat amidst the bustling old town.
The breakfast at Hotel 3 Banderas receives frequent praise, especially for incorporating local flavors like fruits, eggs and fresh juices, contributing to a satisfying and hearty start to the day. While some guests suggest a wider variety of options, the breakfast quality generally meets guests' expectations and enhances their dining experience.
Rooms at the hotel vary to cater to different needs with superior rooms being notably spacious and featuring balconies. Most guests find the rooms clean, comfortable and equipped with essential amenities. Despite occasional reports of smaller room sizes or minor issues, the rustic and colonial charm, combined with cleanliness and comfort, provides a pleasant stay.
Cleanliness is a strong point for Hotel 3 Banderas with consistent praise for well-maintained rooms and facilities. Daily cleaning services keep the environment fresh and both the pool and common areas are frequently highlighted for their tidiness. Guest experiences related to cleanliness are overwhelmingly positive, contributing significantly to the hotel's welcoming atmosphere.
The staff at Hotel 3 Banderas stands out for their friendliness and attentiveness. Guests appreciate their warm and professional demeanor, feeling well-cared for throughout their stay. The multilingual capabilities of the staff enhance service delivery, making guests' experiences even more enjoyable.
Wi-Fi service at the hotel has received mixed reviews. Some guests praise it for being reliable and adequate for work, while others experience weak or unstable signals, particularly in their rooms. This suggests variability in the service, indicating a need for improvement in consistency.
The hotel’s rooftop pool, although small, offers a refreshing escape and a pleasant view, making it a nice feature for guests to relax after a day of exploring Cartagena. While some guests find it well-maintained, others suggest improvements in size and upkeep, noting occasional cleanliness issues.
For nightlife enthusiasts, Hotel 3 Banderas’ central location provides easy access to numerous restaurants, bars and evening entertainment. Despite its proximity to bustling nightlife, it generally offers a quiet retreat with minimal noise disturbance. However, light sleepers might occasionally experience some noise from nearby music and parties.
The beds at the hotel are generally described as comfortable with good-quality mattresses and linens contributing to a restful sleep. While there are some mentions of old or worn-out beds and issues with certain mattresses, the overall consensus is positive, ensuring most guests a good night’s rest.
As a three-star hotel, Hotel 3 Banderas offers excellent value for money, surpassing typical expectations for this category in Colombia. Its unique charm, good facilities and central location make it a solid choice for budget-conscious travelers seeking a pleasant and comfortable stay in the heart of Cartagena.
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The breakfast at Hotel 3 Banderas receives frequent praise, especially for incorporating local flavors like fruits, eggs and fresh juices, contributing to a satisfying and hearty start to the day. While some guests suggest a wider variety of options, the breakfast quality generally meets guests' expectations and enhances their dining experience.
Rooms at the hotel vary to cater to different needs with superior rooms being notably spacious and featuring balconies. Most guests find the rooms clean, comfortable and equipped with essential amenities. Despite occasional reports of smaller room sizes or minor issues, the rustic and colonial charm, combined with cleanliness and comfort, provides a pleasant stay.
Cleanliness is a strong point for Hotel 3 Banderas with consistent praise for well-maintained rooms and facilities. Daily cleaning services keep the environment fresh and both the pool and common areas are frequently highlighted for their tidiness. Guest experiences related to cleanliness are overwhelmingly positive, contributing significantly to the hotel's welcoming atmosphere.
The staff at Hotel 3 Banderas stands out for their friendliness and attentiveness. Guests appreciate their warm and professional demeanor, feeling well-cared for throughout their stay. The multilingual capabilities of the staff enhance service delivery, making guests' experiences even more enjoyable.
Wi-Fi service at the hotel has received mixed reviews. Some guests praise it for being reliable and adequate for work, while others experience weak or unstable signals, particularly in their rooms. This suggests variability in the service, indicating a need for improvement in consistency.
The hotel’s rooftop pool, although small, offers a refreshing escape and a pleasant view, making it a nice feature for guests to relax after a day of exploring Cartagena. While some guests find it well-maintained, others suggest improvements in size and upkeep, noting occasional cleanliness issues.
For nightlife enthusiasts, Hotel 3 Banderas’ central location provides easy access to numerous restaurants, bars and evening entertainment. Despite its proximity to bustling nightlife, it generally offers a quiet retreat with minimal noise disturbance. However, light sleepers might occasionally experience some noise from nearby music and parties.
The beds at the hotel are generally described as comfortable with good-quality mattresses and linens contributing to a restful sleep. While there are some mentions of old or worn-out beds and issues with certain mattresses, the overall consensus is positive, ensuring most guests a good night’s rest.
As a three-star hotel, Hotel 3 Banderas offers excellent value for money, surpassing typical expectations for this category in Colombia. Its unique charm, good facilities and central location make it a solid choice for budget-conscious travelers seeking a pleasant and comfortable stay in the heart of Cartagena.
Hotel near Nightlife Spots
Located in Cartagena's historic center, this hotel is close to the clock tower and various nightlife options. Guests can easily explore nearby bars and live music venues.
3-Star Hotel
Located in the historic center, this hotel provides a charming and convenient base for exploring the city's cultural attractions. Its central location makes it easy to access local landmarks and restaurants.
Hotel with Indoor Pool
The hotel features an indoor pool with a serene ambiance and soothing waters, ideal for relaxation. In addition to the indoor pool, it also offers an outdoor pool and spa services, including a treatment room.
Hotel with Swimming Pool
Indoor Pool Outdoor Pool
Business Hotel
Hotel for Adults Only
Hotel with Outdoor Pool
About Hotel 3 Banderas
License: 9882
Guest Reviews
Location
Guests appreciate being in the heart of the old town, close to notable landmarks, quaint restaurants and lively bars. Despite the central location, the hotel boasts a quiet setting, providing a peaceful retreat from bustling areas. The proximity to major tourist spots and the safety of the neighborhood have been particularly noted, allowing for easy and secure access to nightlife, shopping and cultural sites.
Overall, the combination of the hotel's historic charm, excellent service and strategic position makes it an ideal base for soaking up the enchanting ambiance of Cartagena's old city.
Breakfast
However, some guests note that the breakfast lacks variety and is often described as basic or simple. While it meets the expectations for a hearty start to the day and aligns well with its price-quality ratio, suggestions for improvement include adding more variety, especially in terms of cheeses, fruits and other options. Despite these criticisms, the majority of guests appreciate the consistency and the fresh, local touches that make the breakfast satisfying and enjoyable.
Overall, Hotel 3 Banderas provides a good, quality breakfast experience that seems to meet most guests' needs with room for a few enhancements to cater to those seeking a broader range of choices.
Rooms
Despite some reports of smaller room sizes, many guests find them cozy and functional, particularly for short stays. The rustic and colonial charm of the rooms adds a unique touch and the cleanliness and maintenance are regularly praised. There are consistent mentions of comfortable beds and decent bathroom facilities, although a few guests noted issues with lighting and occasional dampness or musty smells.
Some rooms on the ground floor or those without natural light can feel dark and somewhat stuffy. Additionally, a few guests experienced minor inconveniences such as power outages or minor faults in the room. However, for those who stay in the balcony rooms, the experience is notably enhanced by the additional space and fresh air.
Overall, Hotel 3 Banderas offers a variety of room types that generally satisfy guests with comfort and cleanliness, despite some minor setbacks in specific instances.
Beds
However, not all feedback is entirely positive. Some guests mention that the beds are a bit old or worn out with a few pointing out issues like crooked or uneven mattresses. There are mentions of hard mattresses and single beds not being as comfortable as the double ones. While many find the beds to be of good quality, a few reviews suggest that the blankets could be improved and that new beds might be required soon.
Despite these minor downsides, the general consensus is that the beds at Hotel 3 Banderas are comfortable, ensuring guests a good night’s sleep.
Cleanliness
Guests appreciate the clean bathrooms and spotless conditions of both the pool and the overall interior. The hotel's cleanliness extends to the provision of clean towels every day and well-kept common areas, creating a pleasant atmosphere throughout the property. However, a few reviews mentioned minor issues, such as occasional dust under the bed or damp smells in the rooms, suggesting that there might be occasional lapses.
Nonetheless, the overall feedback is overwhelmingly positive with guests consistently mentioning words like excellent, very clean and well-kept to describe their experience. The staff's politeness and attentiveness also add to the hotel's welcoming ambiance, often contributing to the positive experience regarding cleanliness. Despite a few isolated complaints, the general consensus is that Hotel 3 Banderas excels in providing a clean and comfortable stay for its guests.
Staff
Wi-Fi
Pool
However, many guests noted that the pool is smaller than expected, often likening it to an oversized hot tub or jacuzzi. The small size seems to be a common theme with several guests mentioning its inadequacy for adult swimming or larger groups. There were also a few mentions of the pool appearing neglected or in need of cleaning with some reports of it being dirty or cloudy. The pool area itself is occasionally described as noisy and lacking proper maintenance.
Overall, while the rooftop pool adds some charm and functionality to the hotel, there are consistent remarks suggesting room for improvement in terms of maintenance and size.
Nightlife
3 Star
Yes, Hotel 3 Banderas has pool(s) that belong to one or more of the following categories: Indoor Pool, Outdoor Pool.
No, a spa isn't available at Hotel 3 Banderas.
No, Hotel 3 Banderas doesn't allow dogs.
No, parking facilities aren't available at Hotel 3 Banderas.
No, Hotel 3 Banderas doesn't have a gym.
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