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Hotel Playa Scondida Baru 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 Baru’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 Baru 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 8.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

Great Food: Meals here are highly recommended!

Breakfast Info

Continental, Vegetarian, Gluten-free, American

Free parking available at the hotel


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Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
2 twin beds
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1 full bed
2 twin beds
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1 queen bed
2 twin beds
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1 full bed
2 twin beds
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1 full bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.8
Facilities
8.9
Cleanliness
8.9
Comfort
9.2
Value for money
7.9
Location
9.0
Free Wifi
9.0
High score for Barú
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Samantha
    Canada Canada
    I loved how the staff felt like family and were always attentive to us in every way
  • Macarena
    Spain Spain
    I loved staying here! Swimming and snorkeling in the mangrove and Playa Azul, colorful fish, warm water, beautiful native forest around the property, swimming pool, delicious food, friendly staff, actually, they are the friendliest staff I’ve ever...
  • Liliana
    Colombia Colombia
    - Tranquil, calm environment. Perfect for a couple of relaxed days, outside of the city landscape. Perfect plan for long weekends. - The hotel facilities are within a lush, green, tropical garden. Although the exit to the sea is small, this...
  • Casey
    United States of America United States of America
    Excellent service and location! The couple that managed the property were wonderful and attended to every need.
  • Kerry
    Australia Australia
    The hotel was in a beautiful garden setting and very private. Lucretia and Sergio were so lovely and really looked after us and our host Fernando was very helpful. We loved our stay at Playa Scondida!
  • Annunziato
    Australia Australia
    The hotel is nice, Caribbean style rooms, nice little pool,a small pier where you can sunbathe and a little piece of beach. The hotel is incredible peaceful as it only accommodate a small number of guests and therefore the attention of the staff...
  • 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
  • Valderrama
    Colombia Colombia
    La tranquilidad y la comodidad permiten desconectarse, la calidez del personal, se esmeran por consentir a cada huésped, el contacto directo con la naturaleza es relajante

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 Baru
Great facilities! Review score, 8.9

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Beachfront
  • Free Wifi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Free parking
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar
  • Private beach area
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Sun deck
  • Private beach area
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Themed dinners
    Additional charge
  • Beach
  • Water sports facilities on site
  • Snorkeling
  • Diving
    Additional charge
  • Canoeing
  • Windsurfing
    Additional charge
Media & Technology
  • iPod dock
Food & Drink
  • Fruit
    Additional charge
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Minibar
Internet
Wifi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
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
  • Mosquito net
  • Private entrance
  • 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
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Beauty services
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Public Bath
  • Solarium
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Spanish

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

Check-in
From 3:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
Until 1:00 PM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children over 4 are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

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

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
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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.

The hotel offers direct ground transportation to the accommodations.

Please inform Hotel Playa Scondida Baru of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

License number: 180201

FAQs about Hotel Playa Scondida Baru

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

    • Snorkeling
    • Diving
    • Canoeing
    • Windsurfing
    • Beachfront
    • Solarium
    • Manicure
    • Themed dinners
    • Beauty services
    • Water sports facilities on site
    • Private beach area
    • Beach
    • Pedicure
    • Public Bath
    • Swimming pool

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

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

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

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

  • Guests staying at Hotel Playa Scondida Baru can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 10.0).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Vegetarian
    • Gluten-free
    • American

  • Room options at Hotel Playa Scondida Baru include:

    • Double
    • Bungalow

  • The nearest beach is 1,800 feet from Hotel Playa Scondida Baru. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Hotel Playa Scondida Baru has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurante #1