With a stay at Aura Hotel Barú in Cartagena, you'll be 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Corales del Rosario National Park and 15.2 mi (24.4 km) from Blanca Beach. .This beach hotel is within the region of Isla Grande Beach and Rosario Islands Oceanarium.
What's nearby
Corales del Rosario National Park - 5 min drive - 2.4 km
Baru Church - 6 min drive - 3.1 km
Bendita Beach - 7 min drive - 3.5 km
National Aviary of Colombia - 27 min drive - 13.4 km
Blanca Beach - 56 min drive - 28.1 km
Getting around
Rafael Nunez Intl. Airport (CTG) - 119 min drive
Restaurants
Pa’ue Beach Lounge
Playa Surf - 22 min drive
RestoBar - 25 min drive
Celmira Beach Restaurant and Shack - 25 min drive
Nary Burger - 25 min drive
About this property
Aura Hotel Barú
On private beach with outdoor pool, near Corales del Rosario National Park
Aura Hotel Barú offers 16 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature minibars and safes. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, and hair dryers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include irons/ironing boards.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a private beach and an outdoor pool.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include massages.
Make yourself at home in one of the 16 guestrooms featuring minibars. Private bathrooms with showers feature rainfall showerheads and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and a turndown service, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Head down to the water and enjoy a day at the private beach, or take advantage of other recreational amenities, which include an outdoor pool. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and wedding services. The beach shuttle (surcharge) makes getting to the surf and sand a breeze.
Enjoy Caribbean cuisine at Sport Baru Restaurante, a beachfront family restaurant which features a bar/lounge and a garden view. You can also stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the beach bar.
Featured amenities include express check-out, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage.
Sport Baru Restaurante - This beachfront family restaurant specializes in Caribbean cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.
Languages
English, Spanish
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Internet access
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Beach shuttle (surcharge)
Onsite parking includes off-street options
Food and drink
A bar/lounge
A beach bar
A restaurant
Coffee and tea in common areas
Snack bar/deli
Restaurants on site
Sport Baru Restaurante
Things to do
Beach volleyball
Kayaking
Motor boating
Outdoor pool
TV in common areas
Family friendly
Laundry facilities
Outdoor pool
Snack bar/deli
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Concierge services
Housekeeping (daily)
Tour and ticket assistance
Turndown service
Wedding services
Outdoors
Beach loungers
Beach towels
Beach umbrellas
Garden
On a private beach
Rooftop terrace
Spa
Spa services
Accessibility
No lift
More
2 floors
3 buildings
Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Food and drink
Limited room service
Minibar
More
Access via exterior corridors
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Ceiling fan
Individual furnishings
Iron/ironing board on request
Safe
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:30 AM
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
Guests must transfer via boat and shuttle to the property; guests must contact the property at least 72 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
The hotel is located on an island and is accessible via speedboat. Departures from Cartagena to the property are daily at 8:30 AM and return at 3:30 PM, arriving back in Cartagena at 4:30 PM. Fees are payable at check-out.
Renovations and closures
The property is closed between October 20 and October 22.
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets allowed for an extra charge of COP 100000 per pet, per stay
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 8 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
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
Airport shuttle fee: COP 120000 per person (roundtrip)
Pet fee: COP 100000 per pet, per stay
A late check-out fee will be charged
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Outside food and beverage are not permitted on the premises.
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
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.
Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Property is also known as
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Aura Hotel Barú Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very good
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The experience was awesome! I would recommend again this hotel. Perfect to relaxed with family. It has a new wonderful swimming pool! Staff service was excellent!
This was a wonderful experience the staff was top tier and everything was excellent. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone who is looking for a quite vacation
The location was beautiful and relaxing (except music drifting over from Cholon during midday) for a family vacation with children. The staff were very friendly and good at their jobs. The food was good. The location can be hard to reach by car after a heavy rain.
First the food is amazing, go for lunch or better dinner. Unfortunately this hotel faces the dreaded Cholon party scene. And its every day from 10-4. Thumping non stop. This is not the place to relax, during peak season it goes beyond unbearable. The rooms are fine, nothing unique about them, good enough. The facilities and "beach" is fine too. Again great great food even better than Islas Hotel but the music is unbearable
It is a nice place to relax, there is no TV. Only one menu option and nothing really nearby to have a bit so the hotel's menu is basically your only choice. Prices are high in my opinion, the food is good. Staff friendly, although not like in other destinations we have been to, particularly in Mexico. The little beach of the hotel is very nice. I would not recommend anyone to stay more than 3 days, at least I wouldn't normally do that.
The place was nice but disappointed to be in the mangrove for swimming
You have to go to others island to be on the carribean and have to pay even to reach the island at 5 minutes from the hotel
Expensive for what you have
Kind staff
Myriam
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
6/10 Okay
Myra
Travelled with partner
8 Aug 2023
Nice people that wanted to be helpful but the place was not that nice. On the older side and upkeep could be improved. Bare amenities. No gym. No tv. Service at dinner and breakfast was slow and needs improvement. Beach/water left a lot to be desired