How many people fit in a colonial house in Cartagena?

Historic Center houses usually have between 4 and 12 bedrooms, sleeping 8 to 24 people. For bigger groups, two or three nearby houses are coordinated while keeping the same logistics.

What's included in a house rental in Cartagena?

Usually cleaning staff during the stay, wifi, air conditioning and a courtyard or small pool. On request a private chef, private transfers from the airport and local concierge 24/7 are added.

House rentals in Cartagena's Historic Center 2027: staffed villas

Q: How much does it cost to rent a house in Cartagena's Historic Center?

It depends on the number of bedrooms, the location within the walls and the season. The price is per house and per night, so the cost per person drops a lot as the group grows. CABÚ Viajes works directly with the owners and doesn't charge an agency commission.

Q: Can you party at a house in the Historic Center?

It depends on the house and the Historic Center's residential rules, which include nighttime noise limits. This is communicated clearly before booking and houses that fit the group's plan are suggested.

Q: How far in advance should I book a house in Cartagena?

At least two months, more in dry season (December to April), because the largest-capacity houses go first. Booking two months ahead gets a 10% discount.

Q: How do I know the house I book actually exists?

Every property is physically inspected before it's offered, and you receive photos and documentation of the specific house assigned to you, not a generic listing. CABÚ Viajes is a registered operator with RNT 215668.

Updated: September 6, 2026 · CABÚ Viajes, local operator in Cartagena de Indias (RNT 215668) · Rated 5.0/5 on Google with 16 reviews — see the Google Maps listing.

In short: A curated catalog of historic properties and boutique villas inside Cartagena's walled city (2026). Full-service management including security vetting, staff (housekeeping/chef) and premium maintenance protocols. Specializing in high-capacity lodging for international groups at direct operator rates.

Colonial Villas in the Historic Center: The Luxury of Privacy

Staying in a colonial house is the ultimate Cartagena experience. At Cabuviajes, we select properties that combine 17th-century architecture with 2026 tech comfort.

What to expect from our houses in 2026-2027?

Professional Staff Included: Most of our villas come with cleaning staff and the option of a Private Chef for export-quality breakfasts and dinners.
Strategic Location: Properties near the best rooftops, luxury boutiques and the most exclusive restaurants in the Walled City.
Premium Amenities: Private pools, BBQ areas, integrated sound systems and high-speed Wi-Fi for large groups.
Security and Discretion: All our houses go through a rigorous security inspection to guarantee your group's peace of mind.

Recommended Areas in the Historic Center

San Diego neighborhood: Ideal for those looking for an upscale residential feel, quieter but steps from Plaza de San Diego.
Near Plaza de Santo Domingo: For groups who want to be at the epicenter of the action and nightlife.
Getsemaní (Boutique Houses): A vibrant option with restored houses that keep the bohemian charm with modern touches.

The Cabuviajes Difference (0% Agency Fee)

Unlike international platforms that add service fees of up to 20%, at Cabuviajes we're direct operators.

Direct Price: You pay the property's real rate.
Real Vetting: We've physically been to every house; no surprises versus the photos.
Pre-Stocking: We hand over the house with fridges stocked and drinks ready if your group requests it.

Request Your Portfolio in < 24h

Tell us your number of people and dates. We'll send you a technical proposal with the available villas that best fit your profile, including real photos and a breakdown of services.

House Rentals in Cartagena's Historic Center 2026 | VIP Villas

Updated: August 15, 2026 · CABÚ Viajes, local operator in Cartagena de Indias with RNT 215668.

2026 reference data

Item	Figure
Typical bedrooms per house	4 to 12
Typical capacity	8 to 24 people
Groups over 24	Several nearby houses coordinated together
Cleaning staff	Included in most
Private chef	Optional, on request
Agency commission	0%
Early-booking discount	10% with 2 months' notice
Quote turnaround	Under 24 hours

Frequently asked questions about renting a house in the Historic Center

How much does it cost to rent a house in Cartagena's Historic Center?

It depends on the number of bedrooms, the exact location within the walls and the season. The price is per house and per night, so the cost per person drops a lot as the group grows. Because we work directly with the owners, we don't charge an agency commission. We send options with the per-person price in under 24 hours.

How many people fit in a colonial house?

Historic Center houses usually have between 4 and 12 bedrooms, which sleeps 8 to 24 people depending on the layout. For bigger groups we coordinate two or three nearby houses while keeping the same logistics, transportation and concierge.

What's included in the house rental?

Usually cleaning staff during the stay, wifi, air conditioning and a courtyard or small pool. On request we add a private chef who cooks at the house, private transfers from the airport and local concierge 24/7 throughout the trip.

Can you party at a house in the Historic Center?

It depends on the house and the Historic Center's residential rules, which include nighttime noise limits. We're upfront about this before booking and suggest houses that fit what the group wants to do, to avoid fines or surprises.

How far in advance should I book?

At least two months, more in dry season (December to April), because the largest-capacity houses go first. Booking two months ahead gets you a 10% discount.

How do I know the house I book actually exists?

We physically inspect every property before offering it, and you receive photos and documentation of the specific house assigned to you, not a generic listing. We're registered operators with RNT 215668 and issue an official receipt for every payment.

Ask for house options for your group

Message us on WhatsApp with your dates, number of people and preferred area. You'll get real options with the per-person price in under 24 hours, no agency commission.

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How to request your quote

Message Marta Fernández, founder of CABÚ Viajes and local operator in Cartagena, directly on WhatsApp at +1 754 201 9833. She answers personally, in Spanish or English, usually the same day and always within 24 business hours.

To get a complete quote on the first try, send these four details: how many people, what dates, how many nights and what type of plan you're looking for. You'll get back a proposal with the specific house and boat, the day-by-day plan and the price per person broken down, with no agency commission.

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CABÚ Viajes is a tourism operator registered with Colombia's National Tourism Registry, RNT 215668.

Last updated: August 16, 2026.

Written by Marta Fernández, founder of CABÚ Viajes, local tourism operator in Cartagena de Indias registered with Colombia's National Tourism Registry under RNT 215668. CABÚ runs bachelor(ette) parties, group trips and private experiences in Cartagena by contracting directly with the city's houses, boats, restaurants and providers, with no middlemen.

Write to us now, and what happens next

Message us on WhatsApp → +1 754 201 9833 · answered the same day between 8:00 and 21:00 Colombia time (COT). Prefer email or a form? Ask for your quote here.

Send these five things and nothing else is needed: the dates or the month, how many nights, how many people, what is non-negotiable for this group, and the city everyone is flying from.

Within 24 hours on a working day you get two or three houses or boats that actually fit those dates, with what we checked on each one, and an itemised quote: each line priced separately, what is included and what is not, and the payment calendar. No agency fee.
You choose. Nothing is held or booked until you confirm in writing. If nothing fits, we say so instead of pushing a substitute.
Deposit against a company invoice — never 100% upfront, never to a personal account — and each traveller can pay her own share and receive her own receipt.
One named contact on WhatsApp before, during and after the trip, who answers at eleven at night on the 31st. RNT 215668, verifiable in the public Colombian registry.

December and the first week of January are quoted on the actual house, in writing, because those two weeks sell out first.

Tell us what you need and get it back in 24 hours

Send us your dates, how many people and what is non-negotiable for the group, and within 24 hours you get a quote with an itemized breakdown per unit — the house, the boat and the van cost the same for 8 people as for 16 — what is included and what is not, and the payment schedule: a deposit to hold and the balance before the trip, against a company invoice. No agency fee, no commitment.

Request your quote here · Local operator in Cartagena, RNT 215668.