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Stay steps from the Convention Center for the Banking Convention

August 26–28, 2026·Cartagena Convention Center

60th Banking Convention (Asobancaria) 2026 stay a short walk away from the event, right in the Old Town.

60th Banking Convention (Asobancaria) 2026

Asobancaria's Banking Convention is the most important annual gathering of Colombia's financial sector. In 2026 it reaches its 60th edition, held August 26–28 at the Cartagena Convention Center in Getsemaní, bringing together more than 2,000 leaders from banking, the economy and technology.

The Ethnic Thematic Hotel is on Calle de la Moneda, El Centro, a short walk from the Convention Center. You stay in the heart of the Old Town, walk to the sessions and avoid transfers and taxi gridlock during the convention.

An adults-only boutique hotel with 24/7 express check-in, high-speed Wi-Fi and quiet, air-conditioned rooms to rest after a day of panels and networking. Book direct for the best price — ideal for corporate travel.

Highlights

Program based on the official agenda; dates may change.

Three days of convention

Aug 26–28

Sessions, panels and networking for the financial sector at the Cartagena Convention Center.

60th edition

Six decades as the country's main annual gathering for banking and the economy.

2,000+ attendees

Leaders from banks, financial institutions, government and technology companies.

Organized by Asobancaria

Colombia's banking trade association. Program and registration on its official site.

Why stay here for 60th Banking Convention (Asobancaria)?

A walk from the Convention Center

On Calle de la Moneda, El Centro. Walk to the sessions and back without relying on taxis in a city that's heavily congested during the convention.

24/7 express check-in and Wi-Fi

Arrive at any hour and connect to high-speed Wi-Fi. Built for the business traveler on a tight schedule.

A quiet room to rest

After a day of panels and networking, your air-conditioned adults-only room is the perfect place to recharge.

Best price booking direct

Official rate at the best price, no OTA fees. A direct booking that's easy to manage for corporate trips.

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 2026 Banking Convention?

Asobancaria's 60th Banking Convention runs August 26–28, 2026 at the Cartagena Convention Center (Getsemaní, Calle 24 No. 8a-344). Dates and agenda are confirmed by Asobancaria on its official site.

How close is the hotel to the Convention Center?

The Ethnic Thematic Hotel is on Calle de la Moneda, El Centro, a short walk from the Convention Center in Getsemaní. You can walk to and from the sessions.

Is it a good hotel for business travel?

Yes. It offers 24/7 express check-in for arrivals at any time, high-speed Wi-Fi, quiet air-conditioned rooms and direct booking at the best price, easy to manage for a corporate trip.

How far in advance should I book?

As early as possible. Occupancy in the Old Town rises sharply during the Banking Convention; booking early secures your rate and a location near the Convention Center.

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