Sofitel Barú Cartagena

5.0 star property

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Suite Baru | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters
4 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Asian cuisine
1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
$302
Nov 28 - Nov 29

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KM 7 Sector, Porto Nao, Cartagena, Bolívar, 130017
  • Place, beach
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, National Aviary of Colombia
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Place, Blanca Beach
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cartagena (CTG-Rafael Núñez Intl.)

Room options

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 427 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 641 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(52 reviews)
  • 420 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 2 Twin Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)
  • 427 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Oceanfront

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 420 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Calablanca Family Suite Twin

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 King Bed

Suite Baru

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Opera Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Presidential Suite, 1 King Bed

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite Prestige

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Calablanca Family Suite king

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

Suite Baru Twins

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Junior Suite, 2 Twin Beds

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Luxury Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About this property

Sofitel Barú Cartagena

5-star Cartagena hotel with spa
Catch some rays at the beach or spend the day relaxing at Sofitel Barú Cartagena's full-service spa. Then enjoy a meal at one of the hotel's 4 restaurants. Housekeeping is available on request.
Sofitel Barú Cartagena offers 187 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature minibars and espresso makers. Rooms open to balconies. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas and include dining tables. Memory foam beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down comforters, and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 50-cm LED televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, designer toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Additionally, rooms include safes and complimentary bottled water. Hypo-allergenic bedding, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

An outdoor tennis court and a 24-hour health club are featured at the hotel. 5 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool. Other recreational amenities include a sauna.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

The onsite spa has 5 treatment rooms including rooms for couples and outdoor treatment areas. Massages are available on the beach and in the spa; other services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, and facials. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a steam room, and Turkish bath/hammam. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy. The spa is open daily.
For a free ride to the surf and sand, catch the hotel's complimentary beach shuttle. At Sofitel Barú Cartagena you can cool off in one of the 5 outdoor swimming pools and indulge in a pampering afternoon at the full-service spa.

Dining is available at one of the hotel's 4 restaurants. The property also offers a snack bar/deli. Guests can unwind with a drink at one of the hotel's bars, which include 3 beach bars, 2 poolside bars, and 4 bars/lounges. Wireless Internet access is complimentary. This luxury hotel also offers a complimentary children's club, a children's pool, and outdoor tennis courts. Guests can use the outdoor pool at a partner property.

Sofitel Barú Cartagena is a smoke-free property.

Buffet breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM.
Restaurante Calablanca - Overlooking the ocean and pool, this restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available.
Restaurante HUMO - This fine-dining restaurant specializes in Asian cuisine and serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Reservations are required. Open daily.
Restaurante Bahía - This poolside restaurant specializes in Caribbean cuisine and serves lunch, dinner, and light fare. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available. Reservations are required. Open daily.
El Manglito Food Truck - This beachfront theme restaurant serves lunch only. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available. Open daily.
La Pergola Roof Top - This rooftop bar overlooks the ocean. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Open daily.
24-hour room service is available.

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.

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

  • No onsite parking available
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free beach shuttle

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

More

  • 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

More

  • 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

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 VAT (19%) at the property. Nonresident travelers who pay using a foreign card or bank transfer and present a valid passport and tourist visa may be exempt from value-added tax (19%) on tourist package bookings (accommodation plus other travel service).

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
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

Sofitel Barú Cartagena Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 492 out of 602 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 61 out of 602 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 28 out of 602 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 602 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 602 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Camilo

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was beautiful. However, it’s very isolated so the only dining options available are on the property. The pricing for the restaurants were way more than we expected for the quality of food served. Even when paying in USD, the average price was $30-40 for a course. Even the more “casual restaurants” were expensive and the food was underwhelming. The hotel was gorgeous, but probably won’t be returning due to the dining options.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tania

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Myles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Makia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clare E

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I wish I could give this 1000 stars. The best resort, service & location I have ever encountered in all my travels . Sofitel baru ia a true oasis, you arrive by boat and there are no other resorts - nothing but jungle for miles. We felt like we were on White Lotus lol. The staff is unmatched , attentive & sweet. The resort itself never felt crowded , we would see maybe 4 others groups during the day . Always had loungers at beach or pool. The grounds & the room were to die for , the height of luxury . Would go again and again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yimny, fort riley

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this properly! I so beautiful!! Customer service is excellent and the food delicious!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This resort is
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Roger Dale

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessie

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brooke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luz

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Abby

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel itself is beautiful. The food was okay but the worst part is it is in a secluded area. If you are going to relax it is perfect. If you want to experience the culture of Cartagena then you should stay inside the wall
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The resort is beautiful. The beach and water are beautiful too. Great service, beautiful view from my room. Highly recommended. Cons? It’s Cartagena, it means happiness, music, warmth people, smiles. I know it’s a French hotel, but hello, the hotel is in Colombia. Tourists want to feel their culture. Employees are too serious and saying madame all the time sounds ridiculous. Not their fault, obviously it’s what they need to do. Music (of course only from the hotel) at the beach would give a nice Caribbean touch. Also, the cocktails (not cheap at all) had little alcohol) The rest, the hotel is amazing. I will come back.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Adriana

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s a really nice hotel . Room price is worth it. Price on drinks and food is overpriced compared with what you pay for the room . The quality in the food is excellent. Staff really amazing in general except for the check in process the lady at the front desk was nasty . The rest of the staff were super nice kindly and respectful .
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrés

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Aura

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We spent our honeymoon at Sofitel Barú Calablanca and it was an unforgettable experience. The entire property is absolutely stunning — from the lush landscaping to the variety of pools, including a serene adults-only pool that was perfect for relaxing. We dined at all the on-site restaurants and were blown away by the quality. The morning buffet breakfast was a daily highlight: fresh, delicious, and with a huge variety of options. Bahía served amazing meals, and the food truck by the beach was a fun and tasty surprise — perfect for casual bites with ocean views. La Pérgola offered the most breathtaking sunsets, making it the perfect spot to end the evening. A special shoutout to the wait staff at the L'illot private adult pool — they were truly outstanding. Attentive, friendly, and always went above and beyond to make sure we felt cared for. We couldn’t have picked a better place to celebrate our honeymoon! Very relaxing
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aida

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Arman, HALLANDALE BEACH

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is absolutely gorgeous, beautiful and breathtaking, super clean, friendly staff, great service all over, The breakfast was one of the best and very organized, The reason for the 4 Star is, The restaurants are good but not great and very pricy $$$$ for Colombia and tourists , The food truck was the worse Taco we ever had and two water some margaritas , wait for the price , one small taco was 35,000 pesos =$9 and meat didn’t look that great and was cold and the margaritas were like $12 each, We don’t mind paying for good food but not get ripped off, I tried twice to contact the manger but both times he was not available , we highly recommend the resort just watch out for the food and drinks
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

PEDRO A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel has been one of the best we’re I’ve stayed. The people and their service was excellent, everyone was so kind and attentive and really gives that extra mile. The facilities were amazing, the food was out of this world. I will definitely come back and it’s 100% recommended
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Armando, Doral

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Muy bonito
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lineth K

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I felt like home. Great Customer service. Ecologico. Clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025