The hotel is located 2 hours from Santa Marta by car, 90 minutes from Barranquilla and 5 minutes from the historic centre with numerous restaurants. The beach is about 2. 5 km away in Bocagrande. The building dates back to the 17th century and is a former aristocrat's palace that has been transformed into an elegant luxury boutique hotel. There are a total of 11 guest rooms as well as a large living room and dining room across the courtyard with a water fountain. This historical hotel features a café and bar, whilst the Colonial Room is ideal for a wedding party or a conference. Guests are welcomed into a lobby with 24-hour reception and check-out service. Facilities include air conditioning, a hotel safe, currency exchange, children's playground, wireless Internet access, room and laundry services, as well as bicycle hire. The spacious rooms are individually decorated in a colonial style and features impressive high ceilings, marble floors, beautiful 19th century antiques and modern comforts. The master suite has exclusive access to a small terrace with wonderful views over the city. All rooms are en suite with a shower, bath and hairdryer. Standard amenities include a direct dial telephone, satellite/cable TV, radio, Internet access, safe, minibar, air conditioning, central heating, and a balcony or terrace. Guests also enjoy the comfort of a double or king-size bed. Guests can take a refreshing dip in the outdoor swimming pool. Further amenities include a solarium, sauna and horse riding. There are also sun loungers and parasols laid out. Both lunch and dinner are served à la carte.