Hotel Playa Scondida is a rustic-style 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 their own private balconies and simple furnishings made from local materials. The hotel's restaurant serves typical 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 snorkelling, canoeing, swimming and windsurfing. The beach is in front of the hotel.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Great Food: Meals here are highly recommended

Breakfast info

Continental, Vegetarian, Gluten-free, American

Free parking available at the hotel


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
or
2 single beds
Bedroom 1:
2 single beds
and
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2:
2 single beds
and
1 double bed
Bedroom 3:
2 single beds
and
1 double bed
Bedroom 4:
2 single beds
and
1 double bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they 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
8.9
Cleanliness
9.1
Comfort
9.1
Value for money
7.9
Location
9.5
High score for Baru
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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 surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

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

Facilities of Hotel Playa Scondida
Great facilities! Review score, 8.9

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Beachfront
  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Free parking
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Private beach area
Bathroom
  • Private bathroom
Bedroom
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Sun terrace
  • Private beach area
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Activities
  • Themed dinner nights
    Additional charge
  • Beach
  • Water sport facilities on site
  • Snorkelling
  • Diving
    Additional charge
  • Canoeing
  • Windsurfing
    Additional charge
Food & Drink
  • Fruits
    Additional charge
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Parking garage
Reception services
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Concierge service
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-in/check-out
Entertainment and family services
  • Indoor play area
  • Board games/puzzles
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Adult only
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Allergy-free room
  • Fan
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • Adult only
  • Plunge pool
  • Swimming pool toys
  • Pool/beach towels
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
Wellness
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Beauty Services
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Public Bath
  • Solarium
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Spanish

House rules

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

Check-in

From 15:00

Check-out

Until 13:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children older than 12 years are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction

No age restriction for check-in. (Only children 12 and older 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
Need-to-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 accommodation.

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

License number: 180201

FAQs about Hotel Playa Scondida

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

    • Snorkelling
    • Diving
    • Canoeing
    • Windsurfing
    • Beachfront
    • Solarium
    • Manicure
    • Themed dinner nights
    • Beauty Services
    • Water sport facilities on site
    • Private beach area
    • Beach
    • Pedicure
    • Public Bath
    • Swimming Pool

  • The prices at Hotel Playa Scondida may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

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

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

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

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Vegetarian
    • Gluten-free
    • American

  • Check-in at Hotel Playa Scondida is from 15:00, and check-out is until 13:00.

  • Room options at Hotel Playa Scondida include:

    • Double
    • Bungalow

  • Hotel Playa Scondida has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurante #1

  • The nearest beach is just 800 yards from Hotel Playa Scondida. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.