Hotel Playa Scondida is a rustic-style eco lodge on Baru Island, 1 hour from Cartagena by motorboat. It offers thatched bungalows that overlook the Caribbean over the private dock where guests can relax and use the sun beds. All of Hotel Playa Scondida’s bungalows have been designed to be environmentally friendly. All have their own private balconies and simple furnishings made from local materials. The hotel’s restaurant serves characteristic Baru Island cuisine made with fresh local ingredients. Guests can dine in the hotel’s gardens or have their food brought to their rooms. Hotel Playa Scondida offers a wide range of activities including snorkeling, canoeing, swimming and windsurfing.The beach is in front of the hotel.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property Highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Great Food: Meals here are highly recommended!

Free parking available at the hotel


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 full bed
or
2 twin beds
Bedroom 1:
2 twin beds
and
1 queen bed
Bedroom 2:
2 twin beds
and
1 full bed
Bedroom 3:
2 twin beds
and
1 full bed
Bedroom 4:
2 twin beds
and
1 full bed
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Property practices

This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.8
Facilities
8.8
Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
9.0
Value for money
7.7
Location
9.4
High score for Barú
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Vandenplas
    Belgium Belgium
    An amazing place with amazing people that helped me with everything and made our stay beautiful. Thanx a lot! Recommended
  • Harriet
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Everything! As you arrive through a small wicker door , you are met by Sergio and his delightful wife Lucrecia . Nothing is too much trouble. The rooms are spotlessly clean , cotton sheets and a cosy blanket if needed and fluffy towels, and really...
  • Jan
    Germany Germany
    - Great Location Right on the water - lush green garden - tranquility (around noon you might hear some music from playa Cholon, but that is not really bothering) - delicious food - extremely friendly staff - free kayaks and private pier

Hotel area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Restaurante #1
    • Cuisine
      Caribbean
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly • Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Vegan • Gluten-free

Amenities of Hotel Playa Scondida
Great facilities! Review score, 8.8

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Beachfront
  • WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Free parking
  • Restaurant
  • Spa
  • Bar
  • Private beach area
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Private Bathroom
Bedroom
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Sun deck
  • Private beach area
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Activities
  • Themed dinners
    Additional charge
  • Beach
  • Water sports facilities on site
  • Snorkeling
  • Diving
    Additional charge
  • Canoeing
  • Windsurfing
    Additional charge
Food & Drink
  • Fruit
    Additional charge
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and charges apply.
Parking
Free public parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Parking garage
Front Desk Services
  • Private check-in/out
  • Concierge
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-in/out
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Indoor play area
  • Board games/Puzzles
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Adults only
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Hypoallergenic room available
  • Fan
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • Adults only
  • Plunge pool
  • Swimming pool toys
  • Pool/Beach towels
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
Spa
  • Full-body massage
  • Hand massage
  • Couples' massage
  • Foot massage
  • Neck massage
  • Back massage
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Beauty services
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Public Bath
  • Massage
    Additional charge
  • Spa
    Additional charge
  • Solarium
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Spanish

House rules

Hotel Playa Scondida takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 3:00 PM

Check-out

Until 1:00 PM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children over 12 are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction

No age restriction for check-in. (Only children 12 and up are allowed)

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Maestro Mastercard Visa American Express Cash Hotel Playa Scondida accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note children must be 12 years old or older.

Please note that credit card payments are done through a non-contact payment system.

Please contact the property 48 hours before arrival to coordinate boat transfer.

Please do not make any boat transfer reservations before contacting the property.

Guests should be aware that during the weekend they might expect music in the surroundings as some boats park in the Cholon area.

License number: 180201

FAQs about Hotel Playa Scondida

  • The nearest beach is 2,450 feet from Hotel Playa Scondida. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Room options at Hotel Playa Scondida include:

    • Double
    • Bungalow

  • Hotel Playa Scondida offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Spa
    • Massage
    • Snorkeling
    • Diving
    • Canoeing
    • Windsurfing
    • Beachfront
    • Solarium
    • Neck massage
    • Beach
    • Private beach area
    • Themed dinners
    • Full-body massage
    • Swimming pool
    • Manicure
    • Water sports facilities on site
    • Couples' massage
    • Public Bath
    • Back massage
    • Foot massage
    • Beauty services
    • Hand massage
    • Pedicure

  • Check-in at Hotel Playa Scondida is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 1:00 PM.

  • Hotel Playa Scondida has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurante #1

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Hotel Playa Scondida is 1.6 miles from the center of Barú. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at Hotel Playa Scondida may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.