Facing the beachfront, Aura Hotel Barú offers 3-star accommodation in Baru and features a garden, shared lounge and restaurant.
Andrew
United Kingdom
This is a beautiful property which is well managed and has a great engaging staff. The beach is attractive and is excellent to swim from. You can also Kayak and there are other activities available.
Set on the Baru Island, Hotel Agua Azul Beach Resort features a pool and private access to the beach. A restaurant is featured and breakfast is provided. Cartagena is 1-hour away by boat.
SABAI Beach features 200 metres of private white sand beach and free WiFi access in public areas. It is located in Barú Peninsula (an island), 20 minutes’ drive from Barbacoas Bay.
Franqui
United States
This is such a wonderful hotel with amazing welcoming and helpful staff and wonderful food. It is such a stunning part of the world and Sabai absolutely showcases the splendors of the beach and jungle. Everything we needed we got, including a trip to the National Aviary which was magnificent. Everyone at Sabai was fantastic, helpful, bright and warm, and the property was just beautiful. The food was especially excellent.
NENA BEACH CLUB & HOTEL features an outdoor swimming pool, shared lounge, a terrace and restaurant in Baru. A few steps from Playa Blanca, the hotel provides a bar and water sports facilities.
Located in Baru and with Playa Blanca reachable within 200 metres, Cristal Blue Barú provides concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a terrace, free WiFi and a restaurant.
Located in Baru and with Playa Blanca reachable within a few steps, Soy Local Barú provides concierge services, allergy-free rooms, a restaurant, free WiFi and a bar.
Agustín Lucas
Spain
Beachfront location, you can see the sea from the room. The staff was great, very attentive and helpful. The breakfast was very good as well.
Posada donde Uriel Playa tranquila is located in Baru, a few steps from Playa Blanca. The hotel has a terrace and sea views, and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant or a drink at the bar.
Located in Baru, a few steps from Playa Blanca, Tequila SunBeach Baru Eco-Hotel provides accommodation with a terrace, private parking, a restaurant and a bar.
Taisia
Romania
I have to give this review because people need to know some things before booking this place or any other place on Isla Baru because information is lacking on Booking.
For the good sides, I would say the view from sea view rooms and the fact that you are directly on the beach.
Set in Baru, a few steps from Playa Blanca, Villas Encanto offers air-conditioned rooms and a bar. Staff on site can arrange a shuttle service. At the hotel, the rooms are equipped with a wardrobe.
Excelente la atención, la comida y la ubicación. Tenemos pensando volver
Cabañas Palos Locos is set in Baru, a few steps from Playa Blanca. The hotel has a terrace and sea views, and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant or a drink at the bar.
Hermoso el entorno. Los chicos que atienden divinos!!!
Pura Vida Baru - La Casa del Cholo is situated on the beachfront in Baru, 100 metres from Playa Blanca. The hotel also features free WiFi as well as a paid airport shuttle service.
La atención del administrador y la Señora de la cocina
Situated in Baru, Mandala Beach has a terrace, restaurant, bar, and free WiFi throughout the property. The accommodation features room service and a 24-hour front desk for guests.
Fly to Rafael Núñez International Airport, Cartagena, Colombia. From there, take a 1-hour taxi or bus ride to Pasacaballos, then a 10-minute ferry to Baru. Alternatively, domestic travellers can drive directly, approximately 4 hours from Bogota.
The most convenient airport for both domestic and international travellers is Rafael Núñez International Airport in Cartagena. It's the nearest, approximately 45km away, and offers frequent flights, making it the best choice for accessibility.
In Baru, Colombia, public transport is limited. The primary mode of transport is walking or cycling. For longer distances, motorbike taxis are available. For island exploration, boats are the best option. Always negotiate fares beforehand. Car hire is possible, but roads can be challenging. Remember to respect local traffic rules.
The best area to stay in Baru, Colombia is Playa Blanca. Known for its stunning white sand beach, it offers a variety of accommodations, eateries, and is conveniently close to the city centre.
Baru, Colombia, experiences a tropical climate with high temperatures year-round, averaging 27-30°C. There are no distinct summer and winter seasons due to its proximity to the equator. However, there are two main seasons: a dry season from December to April and a wet season from May to November. Despite the high rainfall during the wet season, the island remains warm and humid throughout the year.
What guests said about Baru:
10
Scored 10
Wow this location is AMAZING.
Wow this location is AMAZING. Truly it was a private beach all to ourselves… only one other couple there on our first night. The property only has 4 rooms total so you’re never going to have a bunch of people there. The staff were SO accommodating and patient with our lack of ability to speak Spanish. We only speak English, staff only spoke English but they always used translation making it very easy to communicate! I saw other reviews complaining about the food being overpriced and no hot water for the shower which seems silly to me after now experiencing how remote this place is! It was my toddlers first travel experience, and I was SO happy with the comfort Carey House offered. Is it a luxury hotel, no. But does it have everything you need on a remote beach location with PERFECT Carribean swimming and the best staff ever? Yes. We will be coming back!
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Anonymous
United States
10
Scored 10
I love how close the place is to nature, beach is amazing ,...
I love how close the place is to nature, beach is amazing , the rustic cabanas are beautiful .The only thing I didn’t like it were the locals trying to sell their products in a way that can be annoying.
Massiel
United States
2.0
Scored 2.0
The only way to get from the arrival area to your hotel is...
The only way to get from the arrival area to your hotel is to walk along the beach with your luggage or by boat. When the seas are ruff and there are no boats you must carry your luggage through the sand and water. Depending where your hotel is, that could be a mile. There is one tiny bodega on the beach to buy soda and beer and not much else. It’s best for a short stay.
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Mara
United States
2.0
Scored 2.0
Horrible place, instead of the sea breeze you'll enjoy...
Horrible place, instead of the sea breeze you'll enjoy exhaust from the dozens of motorboats and scooters cruising everywhere without any rules. They make a horrible noise all over the day, combined with loud music from each bar it caused a headache. Food and drinks are extremely expensive, we got poisoned by some food there being sick for 3 days.
Trash is everywhere behind the beach line.
Maksymilian
Poland
8.0
Scored 8.0
Before 11 am and after 5 pm, it is beautiful.
Before 11 am and after 5 pm, it is beautiful. Between those hours, however, there are an overwhelming number of visitors and vendors. The water is full of so many people offering rides on jetskis, banana boats, tour boats, etc, that rather than smell the ocean air you smell gas. If you want peace and quiet you need to trek about 2 kms to the peaceful section of Playa Blanca.
Sebastian
United States
10
Scored 10
Baru was a big surprise for us in all the right ways.
Baru was a big surprise for us in all the right ways.
Family of 3 with a 10 year old, stayed 6 days, 2 different hotels.
Beautiful white sandy beaches, turquoise colored waters and fresh sea food ( learn your prices and always check before accepting anything).
The family time spent there is unforgettable. The people are kind and respectful. The island is safe and after 4pm starts to calm down and at 7-8 pm it's quiet and peaceful.
Most people spent a day and leave, but i recommend you stay and do the activities. We did snorkeling and raccon as well as the Plancton (DO NOT MISS IT! ).
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Soy Local Baru if you want the authentic and exclusive experience 5⭐️
Nena beach resort AC, pool and beach beds.
Amazing Staff and rustic/minimalist atmosphere. From all the places, hotels and hostels this is for sure one of the best places to stay in Baru. Luis (the owner) and all the staff was really attentive and cared about all requests. Good food and breakfast. Lovely dinners by the sea...
The place is extremely rustic, romantic and cute all built in wood structure.
Missing some commodities but that's the spirit in wild Baru ;)
Good white sandy beach, local food and blue sea!
The property itself is very nice. The rooms felt really modern, lovely bathrooms and good amenities. The beach and bar were great and the staff very accommodating and the food at the hotel was delicious with loads of options to choose from. We did a couple of activities through the hotel and all were great (especially the snorkelling one!). To top it off we had one of the best massages by the beach - highly recommend!
WE.LOVED.EVERYTHING. The staff was wonderful; so friendly, informative, they seemed proud of where they were working. The location was a fairytale-the beach, the walking paths, our room, the nature, and the breakfast. Despite the remote area the wifi was fabulous. We were pleasantly surprised to have the added bonus of being able to take a boat (provided by the hotel) to visit the hotel's private island and beach.
The hotel is right on a white sand beach, and all rooms have stunning ocean views. It has all the amenities we need. Though we only used our room for a day trip, we enjoyed every bit of a few hours there. One of the owner/managers arranged the transportation to go back to our Cartagena airbnb, to the extent he walked with us in the night to the cab parked some distance away. We very much appreciated it!
Contact from the hostel was great, they arranged the transport from my hotel in Getsemani to the hostel for 100,000. I had a driver collect me, drive me to Baru, where I was met by someone who helped carry my luggage to a boat that took me to the hostel - 10/10 for this part. I also had the same for my return.
The location is also great just a few steps from the ocean.
The location is a hidden gem in Baru Isle, relaxing, quiet & amazing view of the sea. The reception, transportation, helpers with the luggage, food & servers, cleaning & boat excursions were amazing, courteous, friendly & always ready to serve you. The food is fresh & delicious. I will return to this lovely place again & I will recommended to other tourist.
Well situated in a quiet area of Baru. The staff is professional and the food was very good. Olga was always quick to answer any questions I had before coming and arranging our transports. We had a wonderful few days of relaxation at Playa Manglares and totally recommend staying here if you are planning in visiting Isla Baru.
The location is beautiful. The hotel Park with all the wild animals is lovely. The huts are nice and you have privacy. The food and the service in the Restaurant in the evening was great. Also the Telescope to watch planets and stars in the evening was one of our highlights.
The staff were incredibly friendly and helpful. The pool was a great way to escape the midday heat and crowds on the beach. The food was well prepared. I appreciated that there was always somewhere for hotel guests to sit and relax, even with day time visitors.
Relaxing, beautiful location. Good food. Very accommodating staff. The entire staff took great care in being mindful of food allergies, helped us get cash when we ran out, and arranged both a tour of Rosario Islands and our travel back to Cartegena.
Great customer service the staff were very attentive and friendly. It's a lovely hotel I would recommend. The boat tour to visit other islands I would recommend if you wanted to party or experience something different, it is bespoke so up to you.
Thé staff, service, food and rooms were wonderful. Very friendly, punctual, and accommodating. Greeted with ease and kindness, with comfortable beds and hot showers. The food was delicious and beautiful setting to soak in the Baru Island.
I love staying in that marvelous place, Daniel is kind and willing to help in anything you need. He can recommend cheap tours and activities to do around Barú and Islas del Rosario. The food is mouthwatering.
Excellent location at the end of Playa Blanca, away from the crowds, the only downside is there's no beach in front of the hotel however it's beautiful right on the rocks with the waves crashing below you!
All the hotel environment is perfect, one step on the sand another on the water.
The staff are just incredible, they're all very attentive and friendly.
I really recommend to eat the hotel food, so good!
Amazing location just in front of a wonderful beach. Not too many people compared to the rest of Baru. The people are very kind and ready to help you at all times.
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