182 CARTAGENA
Hostal Casa Baluarte, Calle de la Media Luna No. 10 81 (035-664-2208,
[email protected]). Hostal Casa Baluarte is a very well-priced choice
with a very nice peaceful feeling. It appears to be quite private, which limits
opportunities to meet other travelers. Prices Nov. 2010: Single, fan, 35,000 COP;
Double, fan, 50,000 COP; Double, two beds, fan, 50,000 COP; Three beds, fan,
80,000 COP; Double, air, 70,000 COP. All rooms have bathrooms. High Season
prices double.
GETSEMANÍ - RESTAURANTS
There is a wide range of budget choices for breakfast in Getsemaní. You can also
find lunch and dinner for low prices. For fast food, head to the food carts on the
side of the park.
Budget
Arriba Café, Calle Media Luna Esquina Calle Guerrero (Cell - 311-392-0936). If
you're looking for great tasting, filling and carbohydrate-loaded food, Arriba Cafe
is the place. Owned and operated by a friendly Italian expat. The pasta is very
good and the pizza looks fantastic. Great choice for breakfast, lunch or dinner.
Spaghetti Bolognese 7,000 COP. Open 4:00 PM - 12:00 AM, every day, except
Tuesday.
Café Media Luna, Connected with Media Luna Hostel. A nice cafe with good
simple food. Great place to decompress after a long night out. Omelette 7,000
COP; pancake 7,000 COP; fruit plate 5,000 COP.
Gato Negro Café, Calle San Andres No. 30-39 (035-664-0958). Gato Negro Cafe
has a wonderful breakfast that is very fulfilling. Omelets and crepes are perfect
to get you going. Omelet, with bread, hot chocolate, Café, and juice 6,500 COP.
Omelet with coffee instead of chocolate only 5,500 COP. Mon. - Sat. 7:00 AM -
2:00 PM, Sun. 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM.