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Cartagena Group Trip Cost Index: Villas, Yachts and Concierge
A private staffed Cartagena villa trip can start around $36 to $110 per person per night for the villa at group occupancy, before yachts, chef, concierge, transport, nightlife, taxes, deposits, and peak-season premiums.
That is the planning edge most listing sites hide: the nightly mansion rate can look high, but the per-person number often compares well against hotels when a large group fills the house.
Villa Cost Per Person
These are public starting rates divided across approximate group occupancy. Exact quote depends on dates, final guest count, season, minimum stay, staffing, taxes and terms.
| Villa | Neighborhood | From/night | Planning guests | Approx. villa cost per person/night |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manga Mansion 11 | Manga value | $795 | 16-22 | ~$36-$50 |
| Casa Tien 10 | Walled City | $1,250 | 20 | ~$63 |
| Pinango 12 | Bocagrande | $1,350 | 24 | ~$56 |
| Cuartel 11 | Walled City | $1,500 | 22 | ~$68 |
| Casa del Toro 7 | Getsemani | $1,530 | 14 | ~$109 |
| Sultan 15 | Walled City | $1,750 | 30 | ~$58 |
| Clock Tower 16 | Walled City | $2,790 | 32 | ~$87 |
| Casa Escallon 18 | Walled City | $2,970 | 36 | ~$83 |
| Popular 21 | Walled City | $3,650 | 42 | ~$87 |
| Casa de Papel 21 | Walled City | $3,800 | 42 | ~$90 |
The lesson: do not choose only by bedroom count or nightly rate. A larger villa in a value neighborhood can cost less per person than a smaller prime-location villa.
Common Add-On Ranges
These are the planning ranges already used across Elite Cartagena’s public site and calculator. They are not a final quote.
| Line item | Planning range |
|---|---|
| Private boat / yacht day | Smaller private speedboats can start near $615/day; polished 46ft luxury speedboats budget around $1,350-$1,425/day; Fairline-style sport yachts budget around $2,500-$2,650/day; 51ft power catamarans start around $3,180/day; premium or custom large-group charters can be $5,000+ |
| Private chef | Often $50-$80 per person for dinner; larger or custom menus vary |
| VIP concierge | Virtual from $100/day; Full VIP from $250/day; larger or complex groups can be custom |
| Security | Often $150-$300 per night depending on group and scope |
| Transportation | Often $50-$200/day depending on vehicle, route and city |
| Nightlife tables | Often $300-$1,000+ minimum depending on venue, date and table |
| Peak-season lift | Holidays, New Year, Easter and major weekends can materially increase villa and vendor pricing |
Example All-In Planning Scenarios
Premium example, 4 nights, 12 people: villa $6,000, Fairline-style yacht or powercat day $2,650-$3,180, Full VIP Concierge $1,000, nightlife and dining $1,800. Total is about $950-$1,000 per person for a premium four-night trip.
Value example, 4 nights, 16 people: Manga Mansion 11 from $795/night, one smaller private boat or luxury speedboat day, two chef dinners and Full VIP Concierge. A planning version can land around $500-$600 per person before exact vessel, date, menu, taxes, deposits and terms are confirmed.
These examples are directional. A real proposal itemizes the villa, boat, concierge, chef, transport and optional experiences separately.
Neighborhood Tradeoffs
| Neighborhood | Why choose it | Cost logic |
|---|---|---|
| Walled City | Best walkability to plazas, restaurants, rooftops, nightlife and marina logistics | Highest demand and strongest location premium |
| Getsemani | Social, design-forward, close to the Old City gates | Strong value for smaller groups that want walkability |
| Manga | More space and pool for the money, short drive to the Old City | Value play for larger groups that are comfortable using transport |
| Bocagrande | Modern buildings, beach access, easier high-rise inventory | Good value for pool-and-space groups outside the colonial core |
What Changes The Final Price
- exact dates and holiday demand
- minimum stay rules
- final headcount and bedroom use
- villa staffing and meal plan
- yacht class, route and departure marina
- chef, bartender, DJ, beach club or media add-ons
- transport and nightlife complexity
- deposit, tax, payment method and security terms
FAQ
How much does a Cartagena group villa trip cost?
A private staffed Cartagena villa trip can start around $36 to $110 per person per night for the villa at group occupancy, before yachts, chef, concierge, transport, nightlife, taxes, deposits, and seasonal premiums.
Is a villa cheaper than a hotel for a group in Cartagena?
Often yes on a per-person basis. A staffed mansion with a pool can cost similar to or less than separate hotel rooms once the cost is split across a full group, especially in larger 15- to 21-bedroom villas.
What costs should a group budget besides the villa?
Common add-ons include a private boat or yacht day, chef or catered dinner, VIP concierge, airport transfers, nightlife tables, security, beach club minimums, tips, and peak-season villa premiums.
Which Cartagena neighborhoods are best value for large groups?
Manga and Bocagrande usually give more space for the money with short drives to the Old City, while the Walled City costs more but gives the strongest walkability to restaurants, plazas and nightlife.
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