Woke up this morning, pleasantly surprised by the ambiance of our hostal, the Hostal Real. There was a parrot, turtle, and several little dogs as well as a helpful staff. Not the Ritz, but perfect for our needs here in Cartagena. Two beds, a shower and internet. No Gideons bible though. Guess they don't have a Colombian franchise.
We found another great menu al dia at Cafe Corncon around the corner and enjoyed a delicious meal of Caldo de Res, roasted chicken, salad, coconut rice and beans, along with a refreshing iced tea all for the whopping total of COP5300.
After walking through our neighborhood, it started to rain a bit, so we stopped for a little hydration: water, coffee, and beer.
Then it was on to explore the rest of Cartagena...
