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 US$241 or, for a 4-star hotel, US$314. Looking for something even fancier? 5-star hotels in Baru for this weekend cost on average around US$39 per night (based on Booking.com prices).
On average, it costs US$217 per night to book a 3-star hotel in Baru for tonight. You'll pay on average around US$314 if you choose to stay in a 4-star hotel tonight, while a 5-star hotel in Baru will cost around US$39 (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.
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.
The hotel is beautiful. The food offer is excellent and most of the staff is quite friendly. They offer lots of goodies like free SPF 70 sunblock in the beach and you feel like you can just relax and count on the staff to treat you and cater for all your needs. During dinner, the chef Hugo accommodated for my needs and brought me a nice piece of salmon.
All the staff from the transportation services and activities was super nice and charismatic.
We booked this place the day of-it was hard to find a good deal, and this seemed like it would be good for the price. The best thing about the place were the staff-they were kind and attentive. Also, purchasing the inclusive meals was a good deal, since food in the area can be upcharged. The staff also gave us the hook-up to some local private island viewings that were a good deal.
Jonathan was very welcoming and really answered any of our wishes or questions. The location was directly at the beach, had private sun loungers and overall the room was nice as well. Even though the beach can get quite busy with daily tourists, swimming during the sunset was amazing and totally recommendable! Also, the food cooked by the hotel staff was absolutely delicious!
It is an hotel quite remote and we didn’t realise that. You can only arrive by taxi plus boat. Room was clean and people friendly but all very very basic! View of the sea is amazing and it is a very peaceful place if you want to detox. Food excellent but menu very limited and service sometime very slow if busy (and for busy I’m taking about 4 tables to serve)
Jeiner - who manages hotel helpful and friendly
Great location - beautiful view from the balcony, nicely covered in shade
Due to low amount of rooms, more private, not a mass hotel.
You need to set expectations right, this is a basic ‘hotel’, don’t expect fancy stuff.
Breakfast was good.
All in all, quite satisfied.
The hotel is right on the beach, so the views are beautiful. The water is blue turquoise.The staff is cleaning the sand all the time. The food and fruit juices are very good. But the best was the staff (Freddy, Ronaldo, Agustin…) as they go out of their way to serve and please you.
Staff was amazing, very attentive to details, always at our service!
the location is great, a bit far from the beach land entrance which is great cause the entrance is crowded during the day.
the hotel is great, great food and good value for money!
we loved it, much as gracias!
What a great stay!
Hotel grounds are very well kept and the eco-luxury concept is perfectly executed.
The treehouse we stayed in was very nice — spacious and private. Our room had a nice terrace, with sun beds and good AC.
The staff and service were exceptional.
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.
Isla mar is great, the place is quiet and peaceful. It is the Perfect place to escape from the hustle and bustle of the city. The staff was thoughtful and always attentive to my needs.
The beach was private and the hotel is located pretty close to de aviary.
such a beautiful, magical hotel. Playa is so calming and the property feels very special. The food was fantastic and Olga and Paco were the perfect hosts. We stayed in the roof bedroom and it was stunning. Like sleeping in a fancy tree house - pure magic.
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.
Hotel is located away from any crowds directly at sea side. Nice equipped outside area, you donˋt feel other guests being around. Very friendly and helpful stuff. Wifi was working well, Shower was hot with good pressure.
The staff was attentive to every need we had, they were very kind and did their best to help us with whatever they could, even transported us back to the entrance and brought us back to Cartagena Terninal.
The beach was gorgeous. I loved that the hotel didn't have that many rooms, so it felt like we were in a private beach, just for ourselves. The rooms were not super modern but comfortable enough.
The hotel and pool area were stunning. I loved the shower, it’s nice to have a small beach that you can access and the food portions were lovely, and huge!
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