Aura Hotel Barú

4.0 star property
On private beach with outdoor pool, near Corales del Rosario National Park

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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Caribbean cuisine, beach views
Exterior
Front of property
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Caribbean cuisine, beach views
Outdoor pool

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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Ensenada del Cholón Km. 26, Cartagena, Bolivar, 130017
  • Place, Isla Grande Beach
  • Place, Corales del Rosario National Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Baru Church
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cartagena (CTG-Rafael Núñez Intl.)

Room options

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Minibar
In-room safe
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Superior Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
2 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Minibar
  • 24 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

Superior Bungalow, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
4 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Minibar
  • 28 sq m
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Triple Room Standard With Garden View

  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3

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About the area

Cartagena

At Aura Hotel Barú, you'll be 2.4 km (1.5 mi) from Corales del Rosario National Park. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include a private beach, a restaurant and an outdoor swimming pool. .The family restaurant, Sport Baru Restaurante, serves Caribbean cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The hotel's own lounge bar and beach bar are nice places to enjoy a drink. Enjoy access to kayaking and motor boating. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and coffee/tea in a common area. There's also the convenience of a beach shuttle. .Sights in the region of this 4-property class Cartagena hotel include 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

Getting around

  • Cartagena (CTG-Rafael Núñez Intl.) - 119 min drive

Restaurants

  • Playa Coral Cartagena
  • Kokomo
  • Pa’ue Beach Lounge
  • IBBIZA BEACH CLUB
  • ‪Rooftop Bar Las Islas - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Aura Hotel Barú

On private beach with outdoor pool, near Corales del Rosario National Park
Simply walk outside to feel the sun on your face at the sandy beach. For a convenient ride to the sand and surf, hop on the hotel's beach shuttle (surcharge). Enjoy the umbrellas and sunloungers for a relaxing day at the beach. Summer fun is a breeze at Aura Hotel Barú with activities such as kayaking and motor boating.

Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a beach bar and a bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. This beach hotel also offers an outdoor pool, a rooftop terrace and a garden.

This 4-star Cartagena hotel is smoke free.

  • 16 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • Deli
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Garden
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar on the beach
  • Dining venue
Aura Hotel Barú offers 16 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature minibars and a safe. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, and hairdryers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis. Amenities available on request include an iron/ironing board.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. Services include massages.

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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 and check-out are 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 20 October and 22 October.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: COP 100000 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 8 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • You may be required to pay VAT (19%) at the property. Non-resident travellers 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've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: COP 120000 per person (return)
  • Pet fee: COP 100000 per pet, per stay
  • A late check-out fee will be charged

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Visitors travelling with a child may be required by the property to present the following documents: at check-in, parents travelling into Colombia with a child under 18 may be obligated to present the child's birth certificate and photo ID (passport for non-Colombian citizens). If a relative or legal guardian is travelling into Colombia with the child, that relative or legal guardian may be obligated to present a notarised consent of travel signed by both parents, along with a copy of both parents' ID. If only one parent is travelling into Colombia with the child, that parent may be required to present a notarised consent of travel signed by the other parent. Visitors planning to travel with children should consult a Colombian consulate office in advance of travel for additional guidance.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • One child aged 8 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Aura Hotel Barú?

Aura Hotel Barú offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Are there any beaches close to Aura Hotel Barú?

The closest beach to Aura Hotel Barú is Isla Grande Beach (7.5 km).

Is there a spa on site at Aura Hotel Barú?

There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer services like beachside massages.

Does Aura Hotel Barú have a pool?

Aura Hotel Barú has an outdoor pool.

What makes Aura Hotel Barú a romantic place to stay?

Beachfront dining and a private beach, as well as rainfall showerheads in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Aura Hotel Barú.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Aura Hotel Barú?

No, Aura Hotel Barú does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Aura Hotel Barú?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves Caribbean cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Aura Hotel Barú?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:30 AM.