Sofitel Baru Cartagena Hotel
10.255702, -75.607229Overview
5-star LEED-certified beachfront resort on Barú Island with five outdoor pools and a private beach
Pools & Beach
Sofitel Baru Cartagena Hotel offers five outdoor swimming pools, including an infinity pool with sea views and a separate kids' pool. The private beach area provides exclusive access for guests, with sun loungers and umbrellas set along the shoreline. Pool attendants deliver complimentary towels and water, while the Ilot Pool Bar serves drinks directly to loungers.
Dining
The hotel operates three restaurants: Calablanca (buffet breakfast and à la carte), Bahia (beachfront with local cuisine), and Humo (Japanese-Colombian fusion). A beach food truck called El Manglito serves tacos and grilled items for lunch, and the Pergola rooftop bar offers sushi and cocktails at sunset. Breakfast includes a wide selection of tropical fruits, made-to-order omelets, and fresh pastries.
Family
The Sofitel Baru Calablanca Beach Resort has a dedicated kids' club with supervised activities such as craft-making and pizza cooking classes. A children's playground and indoor play area provide additional options for young guests, and babysitting services are available on request. The hotel also offers baby safety gates and kids' outdoor play equipment for families with toddlers.
Wellness & Spa
The spa & wellness centre includes a hammam, sauna, steam room, and hot tub/Jacuzzi for relaxation. Treatment rooms offer massages (full body, back, foot, head, neck), facials, and spa/wellness packages. Guests can also use the fitness centre, attend yoga classes, or book personal training sessions.
Services & Location
The hotel provides a 24-hour front desk with concierge service for tour desk bookings, currency exchange, and express check-in/check-out. A complimentary private parking area is available, and the property is pet-friendly with pet bowls provided. Transfer options include a 45-minute catamaran ride from Cartagena or a 90-minute car journey via a private road.
- Location: Beachfront on Barú Island, 45 min by boat from Cartagena
- Pools & Beach: 5 outdoor pools including an infinity pool; private beach area
- Dining: 3 restaurants (Calablanca, Bahia, Humo) plus beach food truck El Manglito
- Family: Kids' club with supervised activities, children's playground, babysitting
- Wellness: Spa & wellness centre with hammam, sauna, steam room, and yoga classes
- Sustainability: LEED-certified property blending Colombian artistry with French luxury
Licence number: RNT 105813 - 31/03/2023
Rooms and availability
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 King-size bed
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:2 Single beds
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Non-smoking
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Air conditioning
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Max:4 persons
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Bed options:1 King-size bed and 2 Single beds2 King Size Beds
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Ocean view
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Non-smoking
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Air conditioning
Facilities
Main facilities
Free Wi-Fi in public areas
Luggage storage
Locker room
24-hour reception
24-hour security
Outdoor dining area
Poolside snack bar
Restaurant
Welcome drink
Fitness centre
Infinity pool
Jacuzzi
Back massage
Head massage
Full body massage
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness centre
- Diving
- Snorkelling
- Canoeing
- Cycling
- Tennis
- Table tennis
- Yoga class
- Sports trainer
- Aerobics
- Fishing
Services
- Pet amenities available
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Car hire
- Laundry
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Grocery shopping service
- Shops/Commercial services
- Welcome drink
- Happy hour
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Poolside snack bar
- Snack bar
- Outdoor dining area
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Dinner
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Business centre
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Babysitting/Child services
- Playpen
- Children's buffet
- Board games
- Children's pool
- Children's play area
- Toys
- Kids club
Facilities for people with disabilities
- Toilet for disabled
- Bathroom for disabled
Spa & Leisure
- Infinity pool
- Beach access
- Beach umbrellas
- Sun loungers
- Live entertainment
- Sun terrace
- BBQ facilities
- Spa & wellness centre
- Sauna
- Turkish bath
- Steam room
- Jacuzzi
- Back massage
- Head massage
- Full body massage
- Foot massage
- Public Bath
- Pool with view
Room view
- Sea view
- Garden view
- City view
- Ocean view
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Mini-bar
- Soundproofed rooms
- Sitting area
- Dressing area
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Dining table
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
- Sink
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Essential information about Sofitel Baru Cartagena Hotel
| 💵 Lowest room price | 419 £ |
| 📏 Distance to centre | 17.5 km |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 40.2 km |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Rafael Nunez International, CTG |
Location
- City landmarks
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