Sofitel Barú Cartagena

Travelers relax by five inviting pools or explore Asian cuisine at this beachfront retreat where both couples and families find their perfect vacation rhythm.

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April 2026

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May 2026

Exterior - Sofitel Barú Cartagena (Cartagena)

4 bars/lounges, 2 poolside bars, 3 beach bars, swim-up bar - Sofitel Barú Cartagena (Cartagena)

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Sofitel Baru Calablanca on Colombia's shoreline offers a genuine beach escape. Choose from five outdoor pools or deep-tissue spa treatments. Enjoy a private beach, designer shopping, and complimentary in-room WiFi to stay connected.

Exceptional

Popular amenities

Pet friendly
Parking included
Free WiFi

￥44,548 total

Apr 19 - Apr 20

Room options

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Tonight

Apr 5 - Apr 6

Tomorrow

Apr 6 - Apr 7

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Luxury Spa King, Garden view

Exceptional

Ocean view
40 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Junior Suite 1 King, Beach Front

Exceptional

Ocean view
60 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

Exceptional

Ocean view
39 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Superior Room, 2 Twin Beds

Excellent

Ocean view
40 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
2 Twin Beds

Signature 1 King Beach Front

Exceptional

Ocean view
39 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Caribbean Family Penthouse, Ocean view, 2 Bedrooms, 2 King Beds

Ocean view
Sleeps 6
2 Double Beds and 1 King Bed

Baru Serenity Ocean Suite 1 King Bed

Sea view
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Emerald Ocean Suite, 1 King Bed

Ocean view
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Presidential Ocean View Penthouse 1 King Bed

Sea view
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Prestige Coral Suite 1 King Bed

Sea view
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Caribbean Family Penthouse, Ocean View, 2 Bedrooms, 1 King 2 Twin Beds

Sea view
Sleeps 6
2 King Beds

Baru Serenity Ocean Suite 2 Twin beds

Sea view
Sleeps 3
2 Twin Beds

Junior Suite 2 Twin Beds, Beach Front

Sea view
Sleeps 3
2 Twin Beds

Luxury Spa 2 Twin, Garden View

Sea view
Sleeps 3
2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Cartagena, Sofitel Barú Cartagena is near the airport and on the beach. San Felipe de Barajas Castle and Clock Tower are notable landmarks and National Aviary of Colombia is a popular area attraction. Cartagena de Indias Convention Center and Centro Comercial La Serrezuela are two other places to visit that come recommended. Discover the area's water adventures with swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and hiking/biking trails. Visit our Cartagena travel guide

130017, Bolívar, Cartagena, KM 7 Sector, Porto Nao

What's nearby

National Aviary of Colombia
28 min drive - 13.4 km
Blanca Beach
30 min drive - 14.8 km
Rosario and San Bernando Corals Natural National Park
6 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

Rafael Nunez Intl. Airport (CTG)
88 min drive

Restaurants

Parador Baru
15 min drive
Eurasia
15 min drive
Bahía
3 min walk
Il formo Restaurante
15 min drive
Makani

About this property

Sofitel Barú Cartagena

Luxury family-friendly hotel by the sea

Located close to National Aviary of Colombia, Sofitel Barú Cartagena provides 3 beach bars, 2 poolside bars, and a swim-up bar. With a beachfront location, beachfront dining, and free beach cabanas, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up some sun. Treat yourself to a body treatment, a hot stone massage, or a body scrub at the onsite spa. At the 4 on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, kids' meals, and Asian cuisine. Enjoy the 24-hour health club, as well as activities like volleyball, basketball, and scuba diving. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps, is available to all guests, along with concerts and live shows and a terrace.

You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:

5 outdoor pools and a children's pool, along with free cabanas, sun loungers, and pool umbrellas
Free self parking
Buffet breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and an outdoor tennis court
A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), babysitting (surcharge), and a front-desk safe
Guest reviews speak highly of the beach locale and helpful staff

Room features

All 187 individually furnished rooms boast comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, as well as perks like pillow menus and laptop-friendly workspaces.

More amenities include:

Recycling, LED light bulbs, and eco-friendly cleaning products
Designer toiletries, children's robes, and hair dryers
50-cm LED TVs with satellite channels
Private yards, wardrobes/closets, and separate sitting areas

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property

This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education), a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Sofitel Barú Cartagena is listed in the 2022 Condé Nast Traveler Hot List.

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Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
Free beach shuttle
Free secured, uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: COP 135,000 per person
2 poolside bars
3 beach bars
4 bars/lounges
4 restaurants
A swim-up bar
Couples/private dining
Private picnics
Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

El Manglito Food Truck
La Pergola Roof Top
Restaurante Bahía
Restaurante Calablanca
Restaurante HUMO

Things to do

24-hour health club
5 outdoor pools
Basketball
Beach volleyball
Bicycle rentals
Bicycle tours
Canoeing
Children's pool
Concerts/live shows
Cooking classes
Designer stores
Free children's club
Full-service spa
Kayaking
Outdoor pool (guest access)
Outdoor tennis court
Paddleboard
Playground
Sailing
Sauna
Scuba diving
Snorkeling
Steam room

Family friendly

5 outdoor pools
Babysitting (surcharge)
Children's pool
Dining table
Free children's club
In-room crib
Laundry facilities
Lifeguards on site
Playground
Pool gate
Pool toys
Snack bar/deli
Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

24-hour front desk
ATM
Guidebooks
Laundry facilities
Lockers
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk

Guest services

Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Proposal/romance packages
Tour and ticket assistance
Turndown service

Business services

24-hour business center
4 meeting rooms

Outdoors

Dock
Firepit
Free beach cabanas
Free pool cabanas
Garden
On the beach
On the waterfront
Outdoor entertainment area
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Terrace

Full-service spa

5 treatment rooms
Aromatherapy
Body scrubs
Couples treatment rooms
Deep-tissue massages
Facials
Hot stone massages
Outdoor treatment areas
Sauna
Spa open daily
Steam room
Turkish bath

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Elevator
Tile flooring in public areas
Tile flooring in room
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

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100% renewable energy
Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
At least 80% of food locally-sourced
At least 80% organic food
Banquet hall
Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
Biodegradable drinking straws available
Built in 100
Comprehensive food waste policy
Comprehensive recycling policy
Double-glazed windows
Humane treatment of captive wild animals
Lifeguards
Local artist showcase
Local culture and ecosystem education
Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
No plastic coffee stirrers
No plastic drinking straws
No plastic soft drink bottles
No plastic water bottles
Reusable cups
Reusable tableware
Smoking not allowed
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian breakfast available
Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

Down comforter
Egyptian cotton sheets
Free crib
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Memory foam mattress
Pillow menu

Bathroom

Bathrobes
Children's robes
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Slippers
Soap
Toilet paper
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
Towels provided

Entertainment

50-cm LED TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

24-hour room service
Coffee/tea maker
Dining table
Espresso maker
Free bottled water
Minibar
Restaurant dining guides

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Access via exterior corridors
Air conditioning
Bulk dispensers for toiletries
Cleaning products are eco-friendly
Connecting rooms available
Desk
Desk chair
Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Iron/ironing board
Laptop workspace
LED lighting
Phone
Recycling
Safe
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed rooms
Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of COP 690000 per pet, per stay

Welcoming dogs and cats only

1 total (up to 26 lbs per pet)

Pets cannot be left unattended

Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are available for COP 600000.0 per night

Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

You may be required to pay the following charge at the property: Colombia Value-Added Tax (VAT) at 19%. A VAT exemption is available to travelers who present a valid passport and tourist visa showing they are not a resident of Colombia and who pay using a foreign card or via a bank transfer from outside Colombia. This exemption applies only to tourist package bookings (accommodation plus other travel services).

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately COP 135000 per person
Airport shuttle fee: COP 967000 per room (one-way)
Pet fee: COP 690000 per pet, per stay
Rollaway bed fee: COP 600000.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash

Cashless transactions are available

This property uses solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels)

Property Registration Number 105813

We should mention

If you are traveling with a child your property may require you to present the following documents: Parents traveling into Colombia with a child under 18 may be required to present the child's birth certificate and photo ID (passport for non-Columbian citizens) upon check-in. If a relative or legal guardian is traveling into Colombia with the child, that relative or legal guardian may be required to present a notarized consent of travel signed by both parents and a copy of both parents' ID. If only one parent is traveling into Colombia with the child, that parent may be required to present a notarized consent of travel signed by the other parent. Visitors who plan to travel with children should consult with a Colombian consulate office prior to travel for further guidance.

Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM

Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Sofitel Baru Calablanca Hotel

Sofitel Baru Calablanca Cartagena

Sofitel Baru Calablanca Hotel Cartagena

Frequently asked questions

Does Sofitel Barú Cartagena have a pool?

Yes, this property has 5 outdoor pools and a children's pool. Pool access is from 7:00 AM–8:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Sofitel Barú Cartagena?

As of Apr 5, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sofitel Barú Cartagena on Apr 19, 2026 start from ￥44,548, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Sofitel Barú Cartagena pet-friendly?

Yes, Sofitel Barú Cartagena allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 26 lbs per pet. There's a fee of COP 690000 per pet, per stay. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Sofitel Barú Cartagena?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Sofitel Barú Cartagena?

Check-out is at noon.

Does Sofitel Barú Cartagena provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of COP 967000 per room applies.

Where is Sofitel Barú Cartagena located?

This Cartagena hotel is on the beach, 8.1 mi (13.1 km) from National Aviary of Colombia, and within 25 mi (40 km) of San Felipe de Barajas Castle and Cartagena de Indias Convention Center. Clock Tower and Centro Comercial La Serrezuela are also within 25 mi (40 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Sofitel Barú Cartagena Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.8

Property conditions & facilities

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10/10 Excellent

helmut

Dec 21, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities

The overall hotel experience was great -the staff was exceptional

This is the best place from service to whatever it is you want these people work hard at making sure you are 100 percent satisfied it is a little bit expensive but in life you get what you pay for. If you’re looking for best experience and want to treat yourself this is the place to stay

Service and staff were exceptional. Beautiful property with lots of space to enjoy quiet time.

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

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Christina

Mar 27, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Beautiful hotel. Food was great. Beach and pools were amazing. No complaints. Would stay again if ever in this area again

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Property amenities

Internet

Parking and transportation

Food and drink

Restaurants on site

Things to do

Family friendly

Conveniences

Guest services

Business services

Outdoors

Full-service spa

Accessibility

More

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bathroom

Entertainment

Food and drink

More

Policies

Check-in

Check-out

Special check-in instructions

Access methods

Pets

Children and extra beds

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Optional extras

You need to know

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