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Old Jul 22, 2015 | 7:34 am
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Cartagena - Local tax charged by hotel vs National tax?

Good morning --

I'm planning a trip to Cartagena next month and am confused about the taxes that can be collected on hotel stays.

From my research, I found that hotel packages for foeriegners staying in Colombia less than 60 days are exempt from the national VAT (16%). However, I'm fininding on hotels.com that hotels in Cartagena may charge an (additional?) 16% city/local tax.

Anyone here have any expeirnce with this? Is this correct?

Many thanks for the input!
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