Casa Carolina: A Hidden Cartagena Gem with a Gabriel García Márquez Touch
Casa Carolina: A Hidden Cartagena Gem with a Gabriel García Márquez Touch
Tucked away in Cartagena’s historic Walled City, Casa Carolina is an intimate retreat where travelers can experience a special connection to Gabriel García Márquez. This boutique hideaway offers a rare opportunity to step into the world of the Colombian literary icon in the city that inspired his most beloved works.
In celebration of Márquez’s birthday month guests can stay in the Fermina Daza Suite, featuring an authentic bed from the film Love in the Time of Cholera—a true cinematic and literary treasure.
To further honor Márquez’s legacy, the hotel has crafted the Baile y Fuego cocktail in partnership with El Barón—one of The World’s 100 Best Bars— inspired by Of Love and Other Demons and the fiery hues of Cartagena’s sunrises and sunsets. Made with Mezcal Ojo de Tigre, Aperol, fermented tangerine/guava, and tamarind sweet & sour, this cocktail reflects the passion, mysticism, and rich flavors woven throughout Márquez’s storytelling.
With direct flights to Cartagena from major cities including Miami, Orlando, New York and Atlanta, Casa Carolina is a hidden gem waiting to be discovered for travelers seeking a one-of-a-kind escape infused with literary history.
Casa Carolina is a luxury lifestyle hotel located in the heart of Cartagena’s Walled City. Offering 15 elegantly designed rooms (3 suites and 12 rooms) and a range of wellness amenities, the hotel provides a holistic escape with a focus on conscious gastronomy, relaxation, and cultural immersion. The property is housed in a restored 16th-century colonial mansion, blending Cartagena’s historical charm with modern comforts. Guests can unwind at the rooftop terrace, the outdoor pools, spa, and yoga shala, or indulge in nourishing, plant-forward cuisine at the Just B Wellness Café.
