Sofitel Legend Santa Clara Cartagena – Colombia

In a converted 17th-century convent near the Caribbean Sea, this upscale hotel is a 3-minute walk from Las Bóvedas dungeons and 2 km from Castillo San Felipe de Barajas fortress. Refined rooms, some with beamed ceilings and/or 4-poster beds, have free Wi-Fi and flat-screens. Upgraded rooms have Nespresso machines, balconies, sea views and butler services. Elegant suites add sitting areas or living rooms with floor-to-ceiling windows.
There’s a posh restaurant, and a casual eatery with French–Caribbean fare. Other amenities include a spa, a gym, and an outdoor pool with a bar, plus free parking.