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🏛️ Congress · Convention Center

AI, the sector's new material, just steps from your hotel.

July 23–24, 2026·Cartagena Convention Center

Second AI Summit for the Construction Sector 2026 stay a short walk away from the event, right in the Old Town.

Second AI Summit for the Construction Sector 2026

The Second AI Summit for the Construction Sector, organized by CAMACOL (the Colombian Chamber of Construction), comes to Cartagena under the tagline "AI, the sector's new material." The summit focuses on artificial intelligence applied to construction—BIM, analytics, and AI governance—and includes the 2026 BIM Excellence Award, bringing together construction and technology executives, engineers and developers.

The Ethnic Thematic Hotel, an adults-only boutique hotel at Calle de la Moneda #7-10 in the Old City, is a short walk from the Cartagena Convention Center. Enjoy quiet, air-conditioned rooms, high-speed Wi-Fi for your presentations and demos, and express check-in available 24/7 to fit your professional schedule.

We recommend securing your room early. Booking directly with us unlocks the best guaranteed price, with no middleman commissions or OTA fees, plus complimentary access to our beach club in Bocagrande to close the day by the sea.

Highlights

Program based on the official agenda; dates may change.

Summit Opening

2026-07-23

The Second AI Summit for the Construction Sector opens at the Cartagena Convention Center, a short walk from the hotel.

AI applied to construction

Sessions on artificial intelligence in construction: BIM, data analytics and AI governance.

2026 BIM Excellence Award

The summit includes the 2026 BIM Excellence Award, recognizing the best of the sector.

"AI, the sector's new material"

The summit's central tagline, exploring AI as a key input for modern construction.

Why stay here for Second AI Summit for the Construction Sector?

Walk to the sessions

The Convention Center is a short walk away: no taxis needed, arrive on time for every talk and demo.

24/7 check-in & fast Wi-Fi

Express reception at any hour and high-speed Wi-Fi for your presentations and online work.

Quiet adults-only room

A calm, air-conditioned, adults-only space to rest after a day of networking.

Best price booking direct

Lowest price guaranteed when you book with us, no OTA fees, with our Bocagrande beach club included.

Your base for the festivities

Rooms with a colonial balcony and air conditioning to rest between events.

King with Balcony — Ethnic Thematic Hotel Cartagena

King with Balcony

Our flagship room: King bed and a private balcony overlooking the center's colonial façades.

Double with Balcony — Ethnic Thematic Hotel Cartagena

Double with Balcony

A wooden balcony opening straight onto the Old Town street, to soak up the city's color.

A plus by the sea

Beach club included in Bocagrande

Between events, recharge at our beach club: a pool by the sea and a lounge area, with free access for guests. Transfer to Bocagrande is at the guest's expense.

Club de playa con piscina frente al mar en Bocagrande, Cartagena

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Frequently asked questions

When and where is the summit held?

On July 23–24, 2026 at the Cartagena Convention Center, organized by CAMACOL.

How close is the hotel to the Convention Center?

We are a short walk away, about a 10-minute stroll from Calle de la Moneda #7-10 in the Old City. No taxi needed.

Is it a good choice for business travel?

Yes. We offer 24/7 express check-in, high-speed Wi-Fi and quiet, air-conditioned rooms for the professional traveler.

How early should I book?

Book as early as you can. Booking direct secures the best price, with no OTA fees, during a high-demand event.

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