Alexis

Reviews

167 total reviews

89% rated 5★

167 reviews

4.86

2020–2026

Cleanliness 4.8

Accuracy 4.9

Communication 4.9

Location 4.8

Check-in 5.0

Value 4.8

167 reviews

Getsemani Trendy Colonial House

Liliana

Excellent, 8 months ago

The house is spectacular!! It is very well located!!! I would come back without thinking!!

Getsemani Trendy Colonial House

Yasser

Repeat guest

Excellent, 8 months ago

4th time we stay at Alexis’ place this year. It has become home away from home! Best Airbnb (by far) in Cartagena! Pro tip: if you want to indulge in traditional Colombian food, Kelly (the housekeeper) is an excellent cook. She prepares breakfast every morning (included) but at a fixed rate she can also make lunch and diner, don’t miss that opportunity!

Great place to stay and location was absolutely perfect. Everything about the stay, location, house and staff was great. Only main con would definitely have to be the construction noise — this was mentioned in the listing so we knew but it started really really early in the morning and was hard to ignore. The housekeeper Kelly was nice and her breakfast was amazing. Do set up breakfasts with her for your stay because they are worth it. Electricity provider was servicing the neighborhood the day after we arrived so we had no power which was a surprise but got through it. Other than that there is staff there pretty much until 3-4pm every day so privacy is really only after that. The pro of this though is that if you need anything, there is someone to help

I stayed here for my birthday with two of my friends and have a mixed review. PROS -Beautiful Airbnb, looked like the photos and spacious -Good location w/ lots of historical aspects -Kelly, the chef was AMAZING and made us a delicious breakfast and 1 dinner. -early check in CONS -Dirty and limited towels (plz bring own washcloths, as they do not have any). -stained bedding -cool/cold showers -cannot flush toilet paper (wouldve been nice to know before). -listing states next door construction starts at 9am, construction started at 7:30am -construction workers peeped over into the airbnb a few times -A mouse ran across the floor in one of the bedrooms. We were told that exterminators would come, no proof that they did- but the maintenance man did come to ‘check’. -slower response once issues started to occur, also host prefers what’s app to respond over Airbnb. Ultimately, we decided to leave this Airbnb and get a hotel. The host didn’t give us any issues with partial refu

Getsemani Trendy Colonial House

Yasser

Repeat guest

Excellent, 1 year ago

Second time in 3 months we stay at this beautiful house. Hands down the best place in Cartagena. Host is very friendly, place is in mint condition and has all necessary amenities and the staff is very friendly (Kelly is an amazing cook, don’t miss the chance to let her cook you some Colombian dishes!). If this place is available, don’t miss the chance to book it!

Beautiful and tasteful house but unfortunately not really neat. Little privacy due to the presence of a rather useless housekeeper sitting sullenly on the sofa in the living room. We were not informed in advance that the house is next to a yard. The yard gave us an unsafe feeling due to the presence of an unidentified person who hid when we approached him from the adjacent roof terrace. One of the bedrooms cannot be locked, so we had to sleep three in one bedroom because of the unsafe feeling.

Host Response

Thank you for your feedback Caroline. We wil continue to train our housekeeper and improve service to our clients. It is our outmost priority. Reagarding the "shipyard", it is actually a luxury hotel that is being built next door, and the construction is in it's final stages - the construction is actually mentioned in our listing for full transparency since 2023. The person you saw at night was the uniformed security guard, who does surveillance and patrols at night. He probably did not respond to you as he only speaks spanish. I am sorry this frightened you and made you feel unsafe. We met with the person in charge of the construction and they will ask their personal to be more friendly. The hotel should be open in a few weeks so hopefully it will improve the perception of the neighboordhood!

Getsemani Trendy Colonial House

Yasser

Repeat guest

Excellent, 1 year ago

What an amazing place! One of the best Airbnb’s I stayed in all over the world. Historic building with modern interior touches, spacious, and very clean. The pool in the courtyard is great as well. The staff at the house (Kelly) were so helpful, polite and great to have around. Every day she cooked traditional Colombian breakfast (you only have to give her money for the ingredients) and upon request she can cook lunch and diner as well as do laundry, etc. All in all, highly recommended for both groups of friends as well as families!

Like most of the other reviews for this property, the pictures don’t do it justice. This property is truly an oasis. The staff was waiting outside for us with a warm greeting with an ice cold beer and ice an cold hand towel (nice touch) This is the ideal place to stay! It is so close to everything you want to see in Cartagena. We went for breakfast and would come back to the pool! It was the perfect situation for me. We took advantage of some of the services. First day we had a traditional homemade breakfast. It was really good and on the next to last day of our stay we had our laundry done. The woman that was there was so sweet. Never got in our way, in fact we hardly saw her. I promise you, if you rent this AirBnB you will not be disappointed!! Worth every cent

The pictures truly do not do this space justice. Both comfortable and classy. Privacy and yet right in the mix of things. Extremely well maintained and modern but with the character of the walled city built in. Aside from the beauty of the space itself the staff was extremely friendly and doting and took their time to make sure we were well looked after and cared for. Whenever I return I will be looking to stay at coqui once again!

Alexis gets a 10/10 for everything! He was very accommodating as a host and went the extra mile to make sure my birthday was amazing. We had a little hiccup with Airbnb and he helped us out tremendously. The place was also beautiful. It looked EXACTLY like the pictures. I barely felt as if I was in an Airbnb. It was walking distance to half of my itinerary which was a huge plus. Also, his team was amazing as well: Briana & Kelly. You all really made us feel welcomed and I can’t wait to visit Colombia again!

My stay in Cartagena de Indias was wonderful, and the management of the host was really remarkable. Despite a small initial inconvenience with the lease, the host handled the situation with great professionalism and speed. We were offered an even better home, which exceeded our expectations. The new house was comfortable, well equipped and with an excellent location. Also, we were lucky to have the help of Mayo, an exceptional person who took care of the food during our stay. Their attention and the quality of the dishes were simply amazing; each meal was a real treat and added a special touch to our experience. The attention to detail and customer service was impeccable. We enjoyed every moment of our stay and really appreciated the efforts of the host and Mayo to make sure we had a positive experience. I highly recommend this place to future travelers.

We recently stayed at this beautiful Airbnb in Cartagena and had an absolutely wonderful experience. The property was stunning inside, with a relaxing pool and a roof deck that provided views of the city. One of the highlights of the stay was that each bedroom had its own private en-suite bathroom with a shower, which added an extra level of comfort and convenience. The location was perfect, situated within a close walking distance to everything in Getsemaní. We could easily explore the vibrant neighborhood, filled with lively bars, delicious restaurants, and fascinating cultural spots. A special mention goes to the sweetest housekeeper, who made our stay even more delightful. Every morning, she prepared delicious breakfasts and iced coffee for us, which was the perfect start to our days. Overall, I highly recommend this Airbnb for anyone looking to enjoy a memorable stay in Cartagena.

The property is stunning and ideally suited for a week-long stay, nestled close to numerous restaurants, excursion points, and in a secure area. We encountered minimal disturbances from other tenants near the property. - Local liquor and convenience stores are readily available. - The responsiveness and engagement of the property managers and host were commendable. The cleanliness of the house and pool was maintained diligently by the staff. - The views from the property are fantastic, offering a captivating vista that enhances the overall appeal. The vibrant nighttime bustle adds a lively charm to the experience, making evenings enjoyable. While the property and its location offered several advantages, the issues with inconsistent power, limited privacy from staff, sexual noises from homeless man at construction site, unresponsiveness to specific services, and lack of communication between staff, resulting in misunderstandings and unmet expectations significantly impacted our stay.

From the moment we arrived at Casa Coqui, the experience was nothing short of spectacular, earning a well-deserved 10/10 rating. Sharon, the homeowner, warmly greeted us with a tour of this stunning villa, which radiates an authentic open-air hacienda vibe. The first floor is cleverly designed with the living room, dining room, and kitchen surrounding a central pool, creating a wonderful communal space that is both inviting and refreshing. The second floor houses three comfortable bedrooms, each with a balcony overlooking the central pool area. The rooftop terrace was a highlight, offering breathtaking views of the old fort and bay, accompanied by the charming sounds of nearby church bells. The service provided by Elida, the caretaker, and her daughter Yuli, was impeccable. They went above and beyond to make my birthday special, preparing a beautiful Colombian dinner. It’s a perfect spot that combines comfort, exceptional service, and a prime location to create magical experiences.

First and foremost we would like to thank Elly for all her help. She was sweet and friendly and took care of our needs, and she’s a great cook! The house was clean and had everything we needed. A lot of things to do in the area. We had a great stay, the only thing that was slightly scary was strangers knocking on our door to see if we’d open, but that’s outside of anyone’s control and has no reflection on the Airbnb host or their workers, just something to consider when visiting Colombia- the locals will harass you to no limit everywhere you go.

Host Response

Thank you for your review Mavis! Glad you enjoyed the house and our services. It is true that people knock on the door sometimes, however in our experience it does not happen to often and Eli can usually redirect people that are trying to offer a service or sell something. Fortunately we are in a safe neighborhood and we have a close relationship with all the nieghbors 😊

This house was absolutely amazing. It is in the heart of Cartagena, easily walkable to restaurants, shops, bars, the marina, and beach. The house was immaculate. It was extremely clean. Came with shampoo, and conditioner. Upon arrival they had cold beers and cold mint scented towels to refresh with. The pool was also cleaned daily which was a really nice touch, no bugs or leaves! I saved the best part for last, we truly can’t speak highly enough of Mayo. She is the housekeeper and cook, and she is absolutely wonderful. She shopped and cooked for us everyday. At a minimum breakfast, but sometimes lunch as well. The food was DELICIOUS! We didn’t want to eat out after her cooking. She goes above and beyond, we had a boat day so she arrived to the house at 5:30 AM made us to go meals for the day so they were fresh and packed a cooler with drinks so we were ready to go at 6:30 AM. I would stay here again just for Mayo, she will make your trip an absolute dream come true.

Getsemani Hip House

Carlos

Excellent, 2 years ago

Beautiful house, Mallo is the best !!! We had a great time hope to come back again

Alexis's place is so much more than she advertises. It has everything any traveler is looking for in their stay to be comfortable and at peace. Alexis was always on the lookout for our stay and attended and resolved everything that was presented. Eli made us some delicious meals and his kindness undoubtedly gives that extra touch of special to the property. The home is located near many good restaurants and tourist areas. I will definitely be back... I highly recommend it,

We LOVED staying at Alexis’ house! & Maya - the housekeeper was amazing. It was the best experience - she went to the grocery store for us, made us delicious food & stayed late to take care of us!! The service was so appreciated & our trip wouldn’t have been the same without her. We also appreciated Sharon greeting us upon arrival since she spoke perfect English! She explained everything & answered all our questions. We had 6 girls at the house for our 30th birthday trip for 4 days & it was even better than the pictures. Every bedroom had its own bathroom! Very spacious, stunning interior & we loved the terrace & pool. We also felt very safe in this neighborhood! It was quiet but close enough to walk to all the restaurants, bars & actives we had planned. Would highly recommend staying at this house for your trip to Cartagena!

Our stay at this Airbnb was nothing short of extraordinary! The property’s location was ideal, within walking distance of San Felipe castle, delectable dining options, and vibrant nightlife. The house itself was a true gem, boasting exquisite beauty and charm. While we did encounter low water pressure, it was overshadowed by the overwhelmingly positive aspects of our stay. The rooftop terrace was a highlight, offering a breathtaking view that added a magical touch to our experience. Sunset from up there was an absolute beauty. However, what truly set this Airbnb apart were the incredible housekeepers, Elida and Julie. Their warm hospitality and unwavering dedication to making our trip memorable were unparalleled. Not only did they keep the house in impeccable condition, but their culinary skills were beyond outstanding. Every meal they prepared was a culinary masterpiece, leaving us in awe of their talent. Highly recommend to anyone seeking an exceptional immersive experience

Construction next door was so disruptive we didn’t want to spend time here. We woke to loud drilling every day except Sunday. Not relaxing. The listing description changed after I checked out. Now it says construction “might be loud.” Construction is far from done. In the private welcome message Alexis (the owner) says the housekeeper can cook if you provide ingredients or “she can buy them for you if you give her money.” My heavily pregnant friend was tired from traveling and craving fruit, so we asked the housekeeper Yuli (Elida’s daughter) to buy fruit. She agreed and asked me for 300,000 pesos ($76 USD) for fruit and bottled water. I gave it to her. Afterwards, I asked Yuli for a receipt and change. Yuli refused to provide either. I called her boss Sharon (who works for Alexis). Sharon told Yuli to return the change. Yuli never did. The listing says “security cameras on property” aren’t included. I counted nine security cameras at this house. I do not recommend this Airbnb.

Host Response

Dear Caitlin, Thank you for your thourough feedback. I am very sorry to hear that you are disappointed with your stay with us. There are a few points that I would like to addess: 1. The constructions: The construction that is advertised on our listing had been paused for the last 8 months before your check-in. It is completely out of our hands and we had no way to know when it would start again, or if it would start again (we tried). It was very unfortunate that it started again the day before your check-in. We informed you the day of your check-in of the situation and offered you the option to find another lodging alternative and give you a full refund. You decided to stay with us anyhow. The following day, we wrote to you on whatsapp to ask about the noise situation, and you never responded. Your response arrived 3 days later (the day before your check-out) at 6:08pm, which left us very little to no option to do anything about it. What we did do, was provide you the hefty refund that you asked for in the matter of a few minutes. I am sorry to see that you still think it was not enough. I am not sure what else we could have done. Of course, we modified the listing to reflect the actual situation and the development of a construction next door. It is our duty to inform. We also sent private message to all confirmed guests to inform about the construction and offer a full refund if they wanted to cancel their stay. Just like we did with you. 2. The purchases: As indicated in our listing, housekeeper can cook if you provide ingredients and there is also a very little cost to her services (breakfast preparation is free, 10 USD for lunch and 15 USD for dinner). With the 300.000 COP (75 USD) that you gave Yuli, she did groceries and prepared 5 breakfast for 5 guests and 1 lunch. We also explained to you that some avocadoes were bought off for the streets for 15,000 COP (4USD) where they are more fresh and as a matter of fact, there was no receipt for that. We did explain why. Also, it is worth mentioning that you never paid Yuli for her preparing the lunch (10 USD), but we did not make a fuss about it and we paid her for you. 3. Security cameras There are exactly 4 security cameras at the property. Two of them on the terrace pointing at the sky. Another two in the living room pointing at a wall. We have had dozens of guests at the Airbnb and none every mentioned or complained about the cameras, as they are obviously NOT filming anything but the sky and blank walls. I am unsure where you found the other 5 cameras that you mentioned, maybe you are counting the ones from the street. These are for obvious security reasons and they are not filming inside the Airbnb. I am very sorry that you are not satisfied with your stay. I would recommend that in future occasions, if you are not happy with something, you do mention it to the Host so they can attend to you and provide immediate solutions and assistance. It is difficult to do that when you inform at 6pm the day before your check-out.

Not sure if I can convey how great this place is. The location coupled with the design of the house is perfect. Getsemani is the life of Cartagena. The house is an oasis in the heart of that crazy vibrancy. La Cigale is modern, clean, and provided plenty of space and comfort for 8 people. Sharon the property manager was quick to respond to any inquiries. The house staff did the grocery shopping, made the beds, cleaned the pool and BBQ and made breakfast. The fresh juice every morning was exceptional. Everything is walking distance but useful discoveries include: Abaco for coffee, The Clock Pub for sports, Exito for groceries, Centenario Park for sloths. Plaza Trinidad is always hopping with street vendors selling great food and $2 beers. The patio scene on Calle 28 is insane. Our favorite restaurant was Salón Tropical Cartagena, right behind La Cigale for Colombian-style tapas and the live band. Swim at night, in your rooftop oasis with Cartagena beating all around, it’s amazing.

Getsemani Hip House

Camila

Repeat guest

Excellent, 2 years ago

Beautiful house with incredible views of the city! It was a group of 8 of us including two kids (3 and 5 year old). The location of the house is right on the edge of the walled city so it makes it a little quieter. We stayed over new years so it was loud and festive all around us, but we still enjoyed the peaceful environment of the house. The pool and rooftop patio were incredible, we were out there every single day! Mayo helped us everyday to cook breakfast and overall clean up of the house. It felt a little weird at the beginning to have someone there from 8-5pm but honestly she was busy throughout the day and was just so nice. One thing to keep in mind is that there are 3 floors to the house and the stairs are “floating” stairs and have lots of empty space for possible falls/accidents. It was a little scary with small kids but they did ok, it was actually two adults that ended up slipping (everyone is ok). All in all an amazing experience, would absolutely be back.

The villa looked beautiful in the pictures and the rooftop sealed the deal but we were let down in person. The rooftop and pool was smaller than expected. The pool is not large enough to swim. The villa wasn't as clean as expected. There was hair in my shower on the floor and by the soap. The pool needed to be cleaned - the glass was dirty and there were things floating in the water. The rooftop, rooms and bathrooms were not cleaned at any point during our stay. My family felt inconvenienced by giving us 1 key for 6 guests. We were also very uncomfortable with the requirement to take pictures of all of our passports. Pros were that the living rooms and dining area looked clean. We had two housekeepers - the first one was lovely. We went during the Christmas holiday and thought it was nice that they put up a small Christmas tree. The house manager was responsive. Overall, we felt that the villa requested a luxury price for a not so luxury experience.

This has been by far one of the best air bnb experiences I've come across. Alexis and Sharon's place felt right at home. Everything was absolutely clean & beautiful. Pictures shown did not do enough justice. The host's were very responsive and friendly along with their employees. Breakfast was prepared and made by their employee as requested. We had a few days of a traditional Columbian breakfast made, and it was so refreshing yet good. The location was in a safe and great spot to visit any stores, restaurants, etc. Overall, the services provided were excellent and recommended to anyone who is interested!

Alexis house is an amazing place. It is conveniently located within walking distance to the old town. The house itself looked exactly like the pictures. It is modern, spacious, bright and is accurately described. There was plenty of common spaces where we could hang out between activities. All four bedrooms were spacious and had attached modern bathrooms. Mayo, the housekeeper made great breakfasts for our group each morning. The terrace and pool on the 3rd floor were a wonderful addition where we spent time in the mornings. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone with a large group.

We had a truly lovely stay at this villa. It was a perfect telenovela fantasy for our final days in beautiful Colombia. The big open air atrium-style living room may surprise some. But there’s nothing quite like lazing in a pool in your living room in a rain storm. Magical. As independent travelers, the use of a full-time housekeeper was a bit much more than we needed. But we were comfortable, and Alexis and Sharon were super communicative. 100% would recommend.

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Ashley

Excellent, 2 years ago

This place was everything the pictures demonstrated and then some. Location is incredible, right in the heart of Getsemani surrounded by amazing restaurants and beautifully colored streets and homes. All the rooms were super clean, spacious and private. We went with our 8 month old baby and the owners accommodated a crib and a high chair during his meals. Mayo helped us while we were there and we can’t cay enough great things about her. She was so attentive, funny and made the most amazing meals. On one of the days of our stay she made a traditional Colombian breakfast and it was to die for. She was very special we loved her. The rooftop pool was the cherry on top and we very much enjoyed our own little private oasis with the family. We would definitely love to return to this beautiful home!

Our recent stay at this Airbnb was nothing short of extraordinary, thanks in large part to the exceptional service provided by the staff. From the moment we arrived, it was evident that our comfort and satisfaction were their top priorities. The staff showed genuine care and attentiveness. Any request, no matter how small, was met with a smile and a prompt resolution. It was evident that they were dedicated to ensuring our stay was nothing less than perfect.

Getsemani Trendy Colonial House

Andres

Excellent, 3 years ago

This beautiful house is everything pictured and more. From the open floor plan to the rooftop terrace the views were amazing. House was very clean and the staff was very helpful, giving us top restaurants and things to do in the area. Great trip overall. Highly recommend.

the house was amazing, 3 levels of clean, spacious and beautiful living spaces. we had a maid that was available from early in the morning through dinner time. everything she made was sooooo delicious and it was very convenient, we just told her what we wanted and asked for suggestions and she made the food as scheduled, she even did necessity/grocery runs for us - she bought tons of water, electrolit and alcohol . i was able to give her usd bc i didn’t have pesos. there was also daily cleaning, we were living the life! for the ladies, bathrooms were stocked with shampoo/conditioner/body wash. there was 6 of us staying there and there was more than enough room. the views from the rooftop are amazing, castle, river, town views. and the house had everything we needed. checkin was convenient bc the host, the maid and the maintenance man was there to open the door for us and show us around. host was also very accommodating for our early checkin and late checkout. nothing neg to say.

The home is a beautiful oasis just off the extreme hustle and bustle of Getsemani. Very walkable to everything (including El Centro, which is about 10-minute walk). Definitely a perfect location for a Getsemani home base. The top floor pool and patio area were a real highlight. The house itself is so soothing, clean, and spacious. It feels like a real luxury to open the door and enter. Mayo the on-site maid was so kind and made incredible breakfasts. All told, a real treasure of an Airbnb. Thank you, Alexis (and Sharon the check-in coordinator!).

Virginia was the best. She was so amazing and helpful. By the end of the trip she was practically our friend. The place was beautiful. My only real complaint was too few towels and the street was noisy until late at night. You can hear everything going on outside, there isn’t a good noise barrier. Lots of party busses go by at night which wasn’t a huge deal for my group but I can see it being an issue for those sensitive to sound. We had a great trip overall.

Getsemani Trendy Colonial House

Jessica

Excellent, 3 years ago

This place is beautiful. Even better than the pictures. With a beautiful view from the rooftop. Elida was super sweet and helpful. Super close to everything. Felt safe and really enjoyed our time there. Make sure you bring bug spray because of the open concept.

Important things I was looking for: Separate Pool for my toddler’s safety, safe stairs, a beautiful place that looks like my home, great service and a decent view. You can see the San Felipe fort castle right off the balcony and you can walk alongside the old walls as you leave the house. The staff was helpful, respectful and made our stay more comfortable. Highly recommend Virginia’s cooking oh my oh my I felt in heaven. I’m originally from Colombia and took my American father in law and husband and they felt not only safe but like they didn’t want to come home. As you walk the streets don’t be surprised to see a lot of foreigners and hear different languages. The area is wonderful and quiet to sleep at night, no bars/clubs to disturb your peace.

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Kyle

Excellent, 3 years ago

Wonderful place, great location. Roof is beautiful at sunset. Highly recommend!

We had a wonderful stay at Alexis’. The home is well appointed, spacious and comfortable. There are modern features throughout (chef’s kitchen, gorgeous rooftop pool, and nice bedrooms and bathrooms). The space was perfect for our group of five people and could easily accommodate larger groups with couples. In addition, the staff were exceptional and made all the difference (especially Virginia who cooked breakfast and dinner us multiple times). Would highly recommend and will stay again when back in Cartagena.

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