Hotel Quadrifolio [which literally means a four-leaf clover ... yes the lucky, rare one] is located inside the walled city of Cartagena de Indias, Colombia – the upcoming hot destination in the tropic. The city is currently hosting the culture-fest Bill Clinton called ‘the Woodstock of the mind’, Hay Festival, which features conversations with and performances by writers, comedians, film-makers and musicians such as Bob Geldof. The hotel itself is small but luxurious, standing in the original building of a mid XVII century restored Spanish Colonial residence and offering hi-tech privileges such as high speed wireless and LAN Internet access, ultra slim CD tuner sound system with iPod docking capability, and a 42″ Plasma screen – all in what is a relatively antique space. The price per night for a couple is around US$260 and the whole experience is more than worth it. [see also 104 Art Suites]
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