Sercotel Playa Cartagonova is a four-star hotel operated by the Sercotel Hotels chain, situated on Calle Marcos Redondo in the centre of Cartagena, a city with one of the most concentrated and well-preserved archaeological heritages on the Iberian Peninsula. The hotel is within walking distance of Cartagena's principal cultural and historical sites, including the Roman Theatre Museum, the Punic Wall archaeological park, the ARQUA National Museum of Underwater Archaeology on the waterfront, and the Puerto Trece leisure and dining district. The property features a contemporary interior design consistent with the Sercotel mid-market positioning, with clean lines and functional comfort prioritised throughout.
Accommodation is provided in standard, superior, and family room categories. All rooms include free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, and flat-screen televisions. Superior rooms offer improved outlooks and upgraded bathroom fittings compared with standard categories. The hotel has an outdoor pool, a relatively uncommon amenity in Cartagena's city-centre hotel stock, which provides a practical cooling option during the long, warm summers of the southern Murcia coast where temperatures regularly exceed 30 degrees Celsius from June through September. The restaurant serves breakfast and a daily menu drawing on Mediterranean ingredients, with rice dishes and fresh fish characteristic of Murcia's coastal culinary tradition appearing regularly. A terrace bar operates in the warmer months and is a pleasant gathering spot in the evenings.
Meeting facilities are available for small conferences and corporate events. The front desk operates twenty-four hours and can book excursions to the Roman Theatre and surrounding archaeological sites, arrange bus connections to Murcia city approximately 50 kilometres away, and assist with logistics for day trips along the Costa Calida. Cartagena's compact, largely pedestrianised old town is easily explored on foot from the hotel, and the castle hill of Castillo de la Concepcion with its panoramic lift connecting to the city centre is within a ten-minute walk. The cruise terminal is also within walking distance, making the property convenient for cruise passengers needing overnight accommodation.
Room types
- Standard
- Superior
- Family room
Amenities
- Free Wi-Fi
- Air conditioning
- Restaurant
- Bar
- Pool
- Parking
Location
Marcos Redondo 3, 30201 Cartagena
37.6018, -0.9842 View on map
Highlights
- Central Cartagena location within walking distance of the Roman Theatre Museum, ARQUA, and Punic Wall
- Outdoor pool — a rare amenity for a city-centre hotel in Cartagena
- Sercotel chain standards with restaurant, terrace bar, and 24-hour front desk
- Convenient for the cruise terminal and Cartagena's pedestrianised old town
Tips for visiting
- The Roman Theatre Museum is one of the finest Roman remains in Spain — allow at least two hours for the full visit
- The outdoor pool is best used in the morning before the afternoon heat peaks in summer
- A free panoramic lift on Calle Gisbert connects the lower town to the Castillo de la Concepcion — use it for the best views over the port
- Bus services to Murcia city run regularly from the Cartagena bus station a short walk from the hotel
Accessibility
Sercotel Playa Cartagonova is a contemporary hotel with lift access to all floors and adapted rooms available on request. The surrounding Cartagena city-centre streets are largely flat and navigable, with the pedestrianised old town accessible directly on foot.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the hotel have a pool?
Yes, Sercotel Playa Cartagonova has an outdoor pool, which is available to hotel guests during the warm season.
How far is the hotel from the Roman Theatre Museum?
The Roman Theatre Museum is within walking distance of the hotel, approximately ten minutes on foot through the pedestrianised city centre.
Is parking available at the hotel?
The hotel has parking available. Confirm current availability and the daily rate when making a reservation.
How far is Murcia city from Cartagena?
Murcia city is approximately 50 kilometres from Cartagena, roughly 40 minutes by car or regional bus. Regular bus services connect the two cities throughout the day.