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.
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.
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.
Laura Sofía Bernardelli
Colombia
Very friendly and helpful staff nicely located but be aware that if you hire a cab, you will have to walk at least 15 minutes.
Set in Baru, a few steps from Playa Blanca, Hotel Prana Beach offers beachfront accommodation and various facilities, such as a private beach area.
Sabrina
Switzerland
You are situated directly at the beach with Cristal clear water. The staff is very nice and uncomplicated. The transfer works really well. There are nice trips offered.
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.
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.
Edna Patricia
Colombia
excelente , la atencion, comfort, la pizza Nena Beach espectcular
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.
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.
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.
The service and attention from the host and personnel
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, Tours 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.
Featuring a restaurant, bar and views of pool, Hotel Agua Baru by Mustique is located in Baru, 700 metres from Agua Azul Beach.
FAQs about hotels in Baru
The average price per night for a 3-star hotel in Baru this weekend is € 221.68 or, for a 4-star hotel, € 288.65. Looking for something even fancier? 5-star hotels in Baru for this weekend cost on average around € 36.08 per night (based on Booking.com prices).
On average, it costs € 200.03 per night to book a 3-star hotel in Baru for tonight. You'll pay on average around € 288.65 if you choose to stay in a 4-star hotel tonight, while a 5-star hotel in Baru will cost around € 36.08 (based on Booking.com prices).
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.
What guests said about Baru:
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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! ).
Hotels
Soy Local Baru if you want the authentic and exclusive experience 5⭐️
Nena beach resort AC, pool and beach beds.
Everything about this place exceeded our expectation. The accomodation is a new build so everything is clean and works well, good A/C in the rooms. The staff were great at answering any questions and helping out with trips and arriving at the hotel.
We did the snorkelling tour and really enjoyed seeing crystal clear waters.
Arriving at the location from Cartagena was a bit confusing but Camilo helped us arrange it.
Bear in mind there is limited water on the island so worth bringing some with you for the first day or so.
The only thing we liked was the ocean was really close to us, there was no power light and water for restrooms,and Natalia was very rude and she blocked us from whatsapp, I spend one night but it was hell because there was no electricity for the fans, and this island is extremely hot, the power plant was out of gas and I think they should be prepare with extra gas, to take care of their costumers. They only good thing was Jose the groundskeeper, very nice person.
Jean Carlos, the hotel administrator, was extremely attentive to our needs. He made the trip very enjoyable! This is a unique spot where you are LITERALLY steps from the sand/ocean. It's very relaxing hearing the waves and popping in for a swim whenever the mood hits you! I've been to 6 continents and by far the most novel experience I've had. My teens enjoyed the eclectic experience as well!! If you have a sense of adventure-this is for you!
Our stay at Baru Playa Resort is like living on Fantasy Island - beautiful, remote, tranquil, & peaceful. The staff is exceptional, professional and friendly. Captain Edgar is a great boat captain and very friendly. Jorge, the owner, is passionate about quality service and maintaining the rustic island vibe of his beachfront resort. I am so impressed with Jorge and the resort, that I would consider investing in it!
I’ve never been in a place as unique as Las Islas.
The perfect mix between beach, jungle, great food, and comfort.
They treat you like a king and all the activities included are great!
You can bike, walk or use a golf car to move around.
And If you are lucky enough, you can see the beautiful monkeys.
Did I mention they have a private island to have a better and more private place.
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 hotel is absolutely beautiful, very spacious with plenty of places to sit and have breakfast. The food is great but pricy, but then again you're in a beautiful beach resort in a tropical paradise so who cares. The hotel is right on the beach, you open your room doors and the tropical paradise beach is staring you in the face. The staff was great, very friendly.
This place has amazing rooms, they are well decorated and feels fresh and modern. Views are really wonderful and they offer a good range of nice cocktails you can drink while you are enjoying in the swimming pool or beach. Beach is not too big but big enough for the size of the hotel. Day travellers also come during the day and spend time there too.
I was looking for a property that was off the beaten tracks on Isla Baru and Casa Cordaba Baru is exactly this. The forthcoming and friendly staff combined with a very relaxed and quiet athmosphere in an very well maintained property is a perfect hideaway for those that dont need or want to escape the buzz.
Great breakfast! Slow, but generally good service and price/quality ratio is good. (Don’t expect 5 stars at Playa blanca). Very nice Hotel setup with beach beds for rent (50.000 COP per day). I would say, the best Hotel at the beach (but again don’t expect a premium 5* Hotel at Playa Blanca)
We loved staying at Olga's hotel! They were always super attentive to us so that we had the best stay. It is a truly magical place to rest and recharge your batteries. The place is amazing and the food is delicious. We can only recommend this place and hope to come back soon.
The property is located beach front and the view is spectacular. The staff were very friendly and helpful, they even hand carried our luggage from pick up point to hotel and versa. Food and drink were of good quality so there is no need to eat somewhere else.
This property was recommended to me by the locals, because of the great food - the food is indeed great! The hotel is intimate and small, very cosy. The beach is nice, the rooms are huge. Most of the hotel staff very welcoming and very nice.
We loved hanging out on the beach and having access to the many activities - snorkling, paddle boarding, volleyball. The staff was helpful and friendly. The restaurant was a great introduction to Colombian food - delicious!
The hotel is small but in a great location, and the staff was wonderful. They made us feel welcome, also, the food was good. Johan, the manager, was very helpful! Great place to get tours to discover the multiple islands.
Incredible place, with nice staff and attention to detail. A different approach to tourism in Cartagena for those looking for tranquility and relax. A natural pool would be a nice addition to the place.
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