This lets us know our reviews come from real guests like you. Booking.com property partners should not post on behalf of guests or offer incentives in exchange for reviews. This is one of our favorite places on Earth, and we were on cloud nine. Great front desk staff when we arrived and they were able to get us a room a few hours before the official check in. I also loved the architecture of the house. They dont have our reservation, but were on it and finding another place.. The photo just below of my mom and her best friend Carol within an hour of arriving is one of my favorites that captures just the energy I dreamt of guests having truly on holiday! Your wedding day is among the most important days of your life. If you are planning a wedding in Cartagena Colombia, the Amarla Boutique Hotel is ready to make your dreams come true. 
It ended up being a wasted afternoon as she either wrote nothing down, remembered nothing, or didnt pass any information on. I thought if I was at a wedding I would be thrilled for others to get to see our photo, my dress. Each review score is between 1 and 10. And began rearranging furniture myself with the help of bridesmaids and male guests. Only a customer who booked through Booking.com and stayed at a specific property can write a review. There was an error trying to send your message. The weather was perfect. Our two bedroom apartment was spacious comfortable and beautiful., The apartment was amazing, absolutely beautiful and the location was great and so was the staff, Guests say the description and photos for this property are. language, whether its just a rating or contains comments as well, etc.). We love the rest of the hotel including the grand front rooms Add rooftop pool. Use of this site constitutes acceptance of our User Agreement and Privacy Policy and Cookie Statement and Your California Privacy Rights. Guests were greeted with a welcome packet including an itinerary, map, guest directory, and fan by a local maker. At Amarla, we can also arrange a beach weddings for an additional cost for couples who dream of having their feet in the sand when saying I do. You can join hearts with the Caribbean breeze and return to Amarla to celebrate. Yet feel for any past or future bride who had disappointments, things she poured time and money into, not honored by the people she hired to honor them, it would be a disservice not to share, so Im trying to do so as honestly and elegantly as possible.). I grew up with these flowers; they are called gingers, and they simply make me smile. We can arrange the following services for an extra cost or put you in contact with a recommended provider. Your boutique hotel wedding package also includes full bar facilities with bar and waiting staff for you and your guests. My heart feels so warm thinking back to that first day. Choose your currency. We also would like to recognize the fantastic in house chef Judy. They can mingle over cocktails, and guests from each side can make new acquaintances with those they havent met before. Featuring a fusion of chic colonial-style architecture and designer furniture, Sercotel Casa Pombo offers 2 outdoor swimming pools and air-conditioned apartments with free Wi-Fi in Cartagena's historical center. Terraza con jacuzzi - Total surface 290 m2. However, we wont display any reviews that include or refer to (among other things): To make sure reviews are relevant, we may only accept reviews that are submitted within 3 months of checking out. app to have guests upload everything they shot to share with us and one another. This customary ceremony involves the priest blessing thirteen holy coins that symbolise the apostles of Jesus. Booking.com is a distributor (without any obligation to verify) and not a publisher of these questions and answers. Mirador y Terraza- Total surface 670 m, 2 Rooms / Salaterraza sobre patio Amarla is more than a wedding venue in Cartagena. Meanwhile our friends had gone out hunting, came back with a place around the corner, and I informed my planners we had handled it and were leaving. Out of these, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. Then you join your candles together to light a single candle, sometimes referred to as a unity candle in other places. Each apartment has its own reception area, a fully equipped private kitchen, individual air conditioning and several 42 LCD TVs. Colombian history is rooted in Catholicism, so many traditional Colombian weddings, even those not performed in a church, tribute and pay homage to Christianity. When would you like to stay at Casa Pombo? has a chic indoor vibe and a hip casual rooftop. I also loved the architecture of the house., Everything and everyone were excellent! Ideally, we'd publish every review we get, positive and negative. We check for naughty words and verify the authenticity of all guest reviews before adding them to our site. Or let your guests explore the city of Cartagena. Booking.com will make efforts to obscure email addresses, phone numbers, websites, social media accounts, and similar details. Our moms welcomed everyone first with their toasts, then any friends were welcome to grab the mic. Telephone: (+57)605 66 47 195 The latest fashion news, beauty coverage, celebrity style, fashion week updates, culture reviews, and videos on Vogue.com. Each is uniquely styled with handmade pieces by local artisans and themed after Colombias iconic birds. is another favorite we almost went with.) I wore the, Jeremy and I were a half hour late to our 6pm reservation. The staff was very friendly and helpful, including arranging for a travel Covid test. This gives your guests the chance to really get to know each other before you tie the knot. Its a cozy boutique hotel that exudes an inviting and comfortable atmosphere. Wedding package prices at Amarla start from USD 6,000 for a minimum of 30 guests plus the full house rate of USD 2,500.
Cafe Havana takes you back to the 1950s in its decor, with live music which was appropriately playing My heart is in Havana when we entered. Error: Spend the day cruising the Caribbean on a yacht or take a speed boat to the nearby Rosario Islands, where you can enjoy sunbathing and water sports on the beach. ), (Aside: I hesitate how many of these mishaps to share.
One guest had a wrap dress that despite my multiple attempts to use bobby pins or sewing needles to secure it would not stay shut, but hey, everyones hair had great volume! She brought the best of the market into the hotel and transforms into beautiful meals, The apartment was amazing, absolutely beautiful and the location was great and so was the staff. Please dont include personal, political, ethical, or religious commentary. Fill out the following form and provide us with the details for your perfect day: Thank you for your message. Christ can say to every group of Christian friends, "You have not chosen one another but I have chosen you for one another." If you stayed at this property through Booking.com, you can write a review. Please enter a valid email address. If you havent purchased your wedding band before you arrive, we can recommend one or more reputable jewellers who offer exquisite gemstones, including Colombian emeralds and hand-crafted wedding jewellery. If you are not fluent in Spanish, you will likely need assistance completing the proper forms, and we are happy to help. Please avoid using profanity or attempts to approximate profanity with creative spelling, in any language. Casa Pombo accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
Friday we had a rehearsal at the church. This service may contain translations powered by Google. Our wedding weekend began on Thursday. Ones where you left with sweet memories whether inner-tubing down the Vermont River, a turkey shoot on Thanksgiving Day in Alabama, or seven friends in an AirBnB in Spain. (To calm my flower girls on the ride back I told them Jesus walked on water, so we shouldnt be afraid, and it worked great to calm the fact that I was terrified! We want you to feel at home at Amarla and extend the same feel to your guests. Guests can also give separate subscores in crucial areas, such as location, cleanliness, staff, comfort, facilities, value, and free WiFi. Lock in a great price for your upcoming stay. Location, aesthetics and comfort, all in Casa Pombo!, The breakfast was absolutely delicious! In the car over our planners assistant told us, Not to worry because the restaurant didnt open till 6:30., Im sorry, what? A wedding ceremony at Amarla affords one all the comfort and luxury of a large hotel with its welcoming spaces, combined with the exclusivity of a luxurious private villa. the front desk person Julio Csar was such an amazing host, he took really good care of me and my fianc. This was our favourite of the 4 hotels we stayed at and you really feel like you're staying in an old colonial mansion. Cartagena is famous for its vibrant nightlife. All content should be genuine and unique to the guest. Promotional content will be removed and issues concerning Booking.coms services should be routed to our Customer Service or Accommodation Service teams. I have never seen someone else do a guest directory at a destination wedding and hope others steal this idea!
If you booked through us and want to leave a review, please sign in first. Located in the real heart of Cartagena de Indias, this property has an excellent location score of 9.8! We provide 60 glasses of sparkling wine for speeches and toasts. Saturday we met down at the dock and took boats out to the islands! , and since they wouldnt seat such a large party, had our planner call multiple times booking tables for 8 or 10 under different names so we could indeed seat everyone. When you book a wedding package at Amarla, you get the special attention of a dedicated personal Cartagena wedding planner to assist you in planning and help oversee your wedding day. We can help you arrange suitable alternate accommodation for any additional guests who ma be attending. Your wedding package includes your choice of cocktails and classic welcome drinks. Try again. Once the priest has blessed the coins, the groom exchanges them with the bride to demonstrate his commitment to beginning a new life with the bride.
What guests loved most about nearby beaches: Personal or sensitive info (e.g. Sign up and we'll send the best deals to you. We are happy to arrange a tour or any other activities or experiences for you and your guests to enjoy. I created both of them. We can also arrange transportation in luxury vehicles to transport you to and from the airport and be on call to drive you around the city. staff was so helpful you felt at home., Lovely dining area and traditional Colombian breakfast., This is a beautifully restored old home in the middle of the city. If you really want to connect with the areas culture, your personal wedding planner can help you find the perfect wedding band that plays your favourite style of music. The Cathedral is a 1-minute walk. Your contribution should be yours. Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay. Respect the privacy of others. The restaurant we ended up at, Mardeleva, was lovely. Total surface 233m, 3 Rooms / Deck sobre piscina - Mirador Friday night we had welcome drinks at Hotel Movich, the best rooftop in the town to watch the sunset. Your Cartagena wedding day memories last a lifetime when you have an excellent wedding photographer. Whether youre a local or visiting from Europe or the United States, we can connect you with jewellers, hair and make-up professionals and help you find the perfect gown and tailor to make sure everything fits just right. Additionally, we can accommodate your request for small weddings and alternate wedding ceremonies, including a traditional Colombian wedding or a spiritual one the choice is yours. Send a question to the property to find out more. The exclusive boutique hotel reflects the mixture of historic charm and luxury that comes with unmatched personal attention for guests and special touches. the best pancakes i have ever ate in my life. Telephone: (57)605 664 9510 Everyone gathered around and laid hands on us. There was a problem loading the reviews. All of them enjoy views of the internal patio pool and share the use of the rooftop swimming pool with solarium. I thus asked guests to please exit the room. The only way to leave a review is to first make a booking. We have connections in the walled city to help you secure transportation for you and your guests to and from the hotel. (Fun fact, if your planner doesnt get the welcome packets TO the guests, your in-laws may be directed by concierge to a bar called Cathedral at 9am and miss said rehearsal.). We chose Bomba Beach Club for its joyful local color. One guest had a wrap dress that despite my multiple attempts to use bobby pins or sewing needles to secure it would not stay shut, but hey, everyones hair had great volume! We take pride in tailoring our services to your individual requirements. 1559850,1561950,1553180,1566560,1563880,1568250|3,1565080,1548020|4,1561220,1542720,1568250,1550830,1557080,1550830|3,1565870,1565670,1563710|2,1563710,1561630,1563710|5,1565870|4,1559850|1, Casa Pombo (Condo Hotel), Cartagena de Indias (Colombia) Deals. With my mom, waiting for the guests to arrive to the island.
This experience was one for the books! Everything and everyone were excellent! You also have the option to opt-out of these cookies. You can only leave a review within 28 days after check-out. In the car over our planners assistant told us Not to worry because the restaurant didnt open till 6:30. Just before we all sat down for lunch overlooking the ocean. If you plan to leave your reception to embark on a honeymoon, your personal Cartagena wedding planner can arrange luxury transportation, as your guests send you off to begin your new future. An intimate space where anyone could stand up to speak, while people felt free to get up for more drinks and food. Casa Pombo has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Dec 21, 2012. You need not worry about a sudden rainstorm. Or so we thought. Your Cartagena wedding planner can help you create the ultimate Cartagena wedding itinerary, that spans several days leading up to your big event. The material on this site may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, cached or otherwise used, except with the prior written permission of Cond Nast.
Copyright 19962022 Lock in a great price for Casa Pombo rated 9 by recent guests! can make the boat trip very bumpy. Sercotel Casa Pombo has fully furnished apartments with modern kitchen facilities, cable TV, clothes driers and washing machines. Actual travel distances may vary. Your current currency is Euro, Choose your language.
* Thanks! Both you and your guests will fall in love with this extraordinary setting, which provides an idyllic backdrop to your wedding day. Your personal wedding planner will help you create the perfect menu to celebrate with your friends and family. You and your guests can walk among the fragrant and decorative flowers, adding to the venues welcoming atmosphere. Jeremys childhood friends. Ours came with a secret rooftop terrace that overlooked the cathedral. Cartagena, Colombia El Baron everyone loved the unique cocktails. Travel might only be permitted for certain purposes, and touristic travel in particular may not be allowed. Something went wrong please try again later. Calle de Santo Domingo # 33-63 It was gorgeous, though so windy! It was like eating in a grand home in Cartagena in the 1800s. 4 Habitaciones / Saln Colonial The breakfast was absolutely delicious! Then we headed to a few of our favorite bars. Booking.com is part of Booking Holdings Inc., the world leader in online travel and related services.
This can include various activities and experiences designed for your guests to enjoy. In friendship for a Christian, there are, strictly speaking no chances. I was prepped with pool floats, foam basketball, and treasure chest diving for the kids. See our. I had laid out the room in a semi circle and arrived to the exact opposite. The word Amarla means love. the front desk person Julio Csar was such an amazing host, he took really good care of me and my fianc. We also offer delicious canaps to accompany the welcome drinks. You want your hair perfectly styled for your special day and flawless makeup that showcases your natural beauty. We've sent you an email so you can confirm your subscription. Booking not found double-check your booking number and PIN then try again. Cartagena is surrounded by tiny islands. Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. To save at this property, all you have to do is sign in. Plus, get to know one another without feeling badly they forgot someones name, able to place who was family or who someones spouse was. Your question will be published on Booking.com after it's approved and answered. When guests stay at the property, they check out how quiet the room is, how friendly the staff is, and more. Cartagena is surrounded by tiny islands. These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. Dont include any personal, political, ethical, or religious commentary. Casa Pombo cuenta con 2 tipos de habitaciones tipo hotel para su estadia en el centro Histrico de Cartagena Booking.com does not accept responsibility or liability for any reviews or responses. can make the boat trip very bumpy. If we find any, we delete them and, if necessary, take action against whoever is responsible. They're also applicable regardless of the comment's tone. Theres definitely nothing more romantic than white paper and blue ink. Our chef sources fresh, local produce. Guests have access to Casa Pestaguas spa facilities, 2 blocks from Sercotel Casa Pombo. Planner tip, everyone feels at home on a beach. the service from everyone was beyond. Respect the privacy of others. As the cathedral was open and we had just a few minutes before mass began so Im trying to coral everyone, Jeremy is keeping the flower girls quiet, and theres a ring bearer just above my head who escaped up in the vestry! These guidelines and standards aim to keep the content on Booking.com relevant and family-friendly, without limiting expression or strong opinions. Photos throughout this post were all by our guests. In a traditional Colombian wedding, the priest begins with Las Arras. Booking.com is a distributor (without any obligation to verify) and not a publisher of these comments and responses. When you hold your wedding at Amarla, you dont have to spend hours trying to pick out the right wine. Guests submit their subscores and their overall scores independently theres no direct link between them. Any cookies that may not be particularly necessary for the website to function and is used specifically to collect user personal data via analytics, ads, other embedded contents are termed as non-necessary cookies.
We offer rates of USD 128 per person for additional adult day guests and USD 25 per person for evening-only guests. They look so happy! Contributions should be appropriate for a global audience. Casa Pestagua Hotel Boutique Spa offers you the possibility to organize your events, seminars, conferences, parties and weddings in an exceptional setting, guaranteeing you an unforgettable experience in a historic location with majestic architecture where romance and privacy prevail. We had booked our favorite restaurant, Carmen, and since they wouldnt seat such a large party, had our planner call multiple times booking tables for 8 or 10 under different names so we could indeed seat everyone. Looking for more info? The renovation of Casa Pombo has been undertaken by Alvaro Barrera who is recognized worldwide for the renovation and re-design of colonial buildings in South America. Let us know what your perfect wedding day looks like, so your personal wedding planner can begin to coordinate all the crucial details and create your dream wedding. You will find the enchanting courtyard or spectacular rooftop pool area are the most popular choices for happy couples to tie the knot. Getting married in Cartagena neednt be a one day event. MORE. After the bride and groom, your wedding cake will likely be the most photographed item at your wedding reception. We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. Comments and media that include hate speech, discriminatory remarks, threats, sexually explicit language, violence, or the promotion of illegal activity are not allowed. Meanwhile just one day in, strangers had become besties who have now stayed pen pals, in two of our flower girls. Then I read this quote in closing, thanking everyone for coming to celebrate with us, and sharing that our hope is people present would be for us what Nick, Rhonda and their spouses have been for my parents experiencing births, childrens weddings, deaths and traveling the world throughout life together. The maximum number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the room you choose. Each had two pools, and taking the full house made them a perfect place to gather for anyone who wanted to spend time with the bride and groom. Necessary cookies are absolutely essential for the website to function properly. Reviews are most valuable when they are original and unbiased. We werent planning to host a welcome party, but when our planner took us to this venue we instantly added it into the budget, feeling it would set the tone that our guests had come somewhere magical. Whether you choose a civil or religious ceremony, you and your partner can say I do in the way you have dreamed. Casa Pestagua Hotel Boutique Spa offers its spacious colonial drawing room for meetings of up to 80 people and the pool area and courtyard which is especially suited for groups of up to 250 people. You'll receive an email as soon as the property answers your question. To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search. We have people and automated systems that specialize in detecting fake reviews submitted to our platform. All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability. Built on a lot highly prized since the period for its location next to the Cathedral and the State Capitol, with and open view of Bolivar Square, the main plaza of the walled city. Beautiful building on the inside and amazing location. Approximate prices in EUR for a 1-night stay, We'll show you stays where you can have the entire place to yourself, This property has taken extra health and hygiene measures to ensure your safety is their priority. After the wedding some guests stayed at a wildly affordable island hostel Magic Paradise if youre looking for bare bones. Location, aesthetics and comfort, all in Casa Pombo! Surrounded by your friends and family. My vision for the rehearsal night was a large yet cozy living room. When I arrived our planners were huddled in a corner, apparently looking back through their emails, rather than finding a new solution. Casa Pombo is located in the Historical Center of Cartagena de Indias on the Plaza de La Proclamacin with the Cathedral to its right and the Governors Palace to the left, and only a block away from Plaza de Bolivar. After their trip, guests tell us about their stay. A secret master of ceremonies has been at work. After dinner we headed to Casa Pestagua for drinks, desserts and the opportunity for anyone who wanted to share something. Casa Pombo is one of the most important architectural and colonial properties in the city of Cartagena. We hosted a big paella party at our best friends beautiful house in the islands. My best friend Maria Fernanda did all the decorations. Booking.com. Your wedding package includes special discounted rates. A few favorites are Marea by Rausch to sit outside on the water, Di Silvio Trattoria for pizza (get the pancetta, pear, balsamic), next door restaurants Maria or Don Juan with chic vibes, or La Cochina de Pepina for a local hole-in-the-wall. Google disclaims all warranties related to the translations, express or implied, including any warranties of accuracy, reliability, and any implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement. Sometimes we show external review scores from other well-known travel websites, but make it clear when we do this. Cartagenas commercial area is 2.3 mi away and Boca Grande beach is 0.6 mi from the apartments. So I invited them to record their toasts, which we watch on a television rolled in. Then we headed to a few of our favorite bars. Rafael Nuez Airport is 3.1 mi away. The most helpful contributions are detailed and help others make better decisions. We would like to recognize Julio the knowledgeable man of all trades who helped us with all of our requests at a standard expected from a concierge in the finest hotels. Booking.com does not accept responsibility or liability for any question or answers. Once youve booked your wedding, your Cartagena wedding planner will discuss Colombias marriage regulations and the documents you need to secure before your big day. Bienvenidos a Casa Pombo la Mansin ms espectacular del centro Histrico de Cartagena Flamingo wallpaper, live music, and friends declaring it was the best food they had eaten. ), My in-laws had never been outside the country, and understandably were a bit shell shocked the first couple days trying to navigate their way around something so foreign.
Most apartments have an additional private rooftop terrace of their own. The hotel is a converted mansion with beautiful design and style. Booking.com will make an effort to obscure email addresses, telephone numbers, website addresses, social media accounts, and other similar details. Vogue may earn a portion of sales from products that are purchased through our site as part of our Affiliate Partnerships with retailers. (Note this also made life complicated as we had to assign rooms, and cover rooms when people cancelled last minute, but with my heart for everyone to be together Im not sure how else we would have done it.) Two with visa issues, and one due to a pregnancy. I worked with one of my talented students, Carol of The Map Chick, to create them. And being one of the nearest, as in February the wind (see previous night!) You also benefit from the use of two pools, one situated on the ground floor patio, and the other one on the rooftop terrace where you enjoy panoramic views of Cartagenas monuments and the Caribbean Sea. Meanwhile our friends had gone out hunting, came back with a place around the corner, and I informed my planners we had handled it and were leaving. We can accommodate up to 14 persons in our seven gorgeous bedrooms. Sorry, reservations for more than 90 nights aren't possible. We invite you to make Amarla boutique hotel your home during your wedding. This makes it the perfect location for a wedding, whether you live in Cartagena, Colombia, or are planning a wedding from Europe or the United States. When I arrived our planners were huddled in a corner, apparently looking back through their emails, rather than finding a new solution. (Fun fact, if your planner doesnt get the welcome packets TO the guests, your in-laws may be directed by concierge to a bar called Cathedral at 9am and miss said rehearsal.). Each bedroom is equipped with its own private bath. Jeremy and I were a half hour late to our 6pm reservation. Casa Pombo is among the oldest houses in the city.