Hyatt Hotels Corporation has confirmed the opening of Hyatt Regency Cartagena, the first Hyatt-branded hotel in Colombia.

The 261-room hotel features a range of dining experiences including Kokaú, an interactive restaurant experiences; Kokaú Bar which specializes in artisan cocktails, the Amacagua Bar & Grill which serves the hotel’s three swimming pools and the Amacagua Lounge.

For relaxation guests can enjoy the Aqoral Spa, which features six treatment rooms including a couples room, two hydrotherapy suites, and an accessible treatment room.

Four swimming pools range from a recreational infinity pool to the adult lap pool.

A special pool designed for young children on the second level will allow families to connect and enjoy the best views of Cartagena.

The 24-hour fitness centre has the latest high-tech cardio and strength training equipment, while offering views of the Bay of Cartagena and pool area.

“We are very pleased to welcome Hyatt Regency Cartagena to Colombia,” said Peter Sears, group president – Americas, Hyatt Hotels Corporation.

“The opening of Hyatt Regency Cartagena represents Hyatt’s on-going commitment to developing our global brand footprint in key gateway markets where our guests are increasingly travelling for business or leisure, many of which are located in the thriving Latin American region.”

The Hyatt Regency brand experience is designed around one objective: to connect today’s travellers to who and what matters most to them.

Located in the Bocagrande district, Hyatt Regency Cartagena offers close proximity to the city’s iconic tourist attractions, including the Walled City, San Felipe Castle, and Clock Tower, as well as the Getsemaní neighbourhood and the Rosario Islands.