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Decameron Baru - All inclusive

3.5 star property
Family-friendly fun on the beach, with 4 outdoor pools

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Front of property
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Terrace/patio
4 restaurants, breakfast served
4 restaurants, breakfast served

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • All-inclusive
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Baru Kilometro 7 sector Portonaito, Pasacaballos Portonao, Cartagena, Bolivar, 130009
  • Place, Rosario and San Bernando Corals Natural National Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Bocagrande Beach
  • Place, Isla Grande Beach
  • Airport, Cartagena (CTG-Rafael Núñez Intl.)

Room options

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Standard Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Sofa bed - single
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Room (Standard Plus Room)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Sofa bed - single
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room (Ocean Front Plus Room) | Living area

Deluxe Room (Ocean Front Plus Room)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Sofa bed - single
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Free bottled water
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

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About the area

Cartagena

An all-inclusive stay in Cartagena awaits you at Decameron Baru - All inclusive. You'll be 0.1 km (0.1 mi) from Rosario and San Bernando Corals Natural National Park and 9.9 km (6.2 mi) from beach. Highlights at this beachfront property include 4 restaurants, 4 outdoor swimming pools and a full-service spa. .The buffet restaurant, Buffet Portonao, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The property's own lounge bar and poolside bar are nice places to enjoy a drink. Spend the day at the beach where you'll find sunloungers, and enjoy the on-site gym and kids' swimming pool. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a conference centre and a snack bar/deli. Free buffet breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 10:30 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Attractions in proximity to this 3.5-property class Cartagena property include Isla Grande Beach and Bocagrande Beach.

What's nearby

  • Rosario and San Bernando Corals Natural National Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • National Aviary of Colombia - 27 min drive - 13.1 km
  • Blanca Beach - 30 min drive - 14.5 km

Getting around

  • Cartagena (CTG-Rafael Núñez Intl.) - 83 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Parador Baru - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Il formo Restaurante - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Eurasia - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Bahía - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Banana Beach - ‬26 min drive

About this property

Decameron Baru - All inclusive

Family-friendly fun on the beach, with 4 outdoor pools
Decameron Baru - All inclusive is an all-inclusive property. Room rates include meals and beverages at on-site restaurants and bars. Other items and amenities, including taxes and gratuities, and access to recreational activities and entertainment may also be included. Additional charges may apply for meals at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, certain beverages and other amenities.

Lie back and work on your tan with relaxing beach amenities, such as umbrellas and sunloungers. At Decameron Baru - All inclusive, you can cool off in one of the 4 outdoor swimming pools and indulge in a pampering afternoon at the full-service spa.

Free breakfast is available daily. There are 4 restaurants on site, along with a nearby snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. This all-inclusive property also offers a children's pool, a health club and a garden. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Cartagena property is smoke free.

  • 366 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 4 dining venues
  • Built in 2010
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Conference centre
  • Business facilities
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Games room or arcade
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Bellhop
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
Decameron Baru - All inclusive offers 366 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. This accommodation is furnished with single sofa beds and dining tables. 42-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include a shower and hairdryers. Hypo-allergenic bedding, an iron/ironing board and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the property's full-service spa. Services include massages. The spa is open daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Internet access
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM
  • 4 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Asia Asia
  • Buffet Portonao
  • Il Forno
  • Pesca del día

Things to do

  • 4 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Kayaking
  • Playground
  • Rowing/canoeing
  • Surfing/bodyboarding
  • Tennis
  • Windsurfing

Family friendly

  • 4 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Dining table
  • In-room sofa bed
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Full-service spa

  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • No lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 100% renewable energy
  • 3 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2010
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Single sofa bed

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Dining table
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Guests must transfer via Boat to the property; guests must contact the property at least 48 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking
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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 2 years old and younger stay 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 the following charge at the property: Colombia value-added tax (VAT) at 19%. A VAT exemption is available to travellers who present a valid passport and tourist visa showing that they are not a resident of Colombia and who pay using a foreign card or via a bank transfer from outside Colombia. This exemption only applies to tourist package bookings (accommodation plus other travel services).

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses a grey water recycling system
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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 and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. This property uses a grey water recycling system. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

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.
  • Children aged 2 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Decameron Baru - All inclusive?

Decameron Baru - All inclusive offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Decameron Baru - All inclusive?

Yep, Decameron Baru - All inclusive has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Decameron Baru - All inclusive?

The closest beach to Decameron Baru - All inclusive is Isla Grande Beach (15.5 km).

Is there a spa on site at Decameron Baru - All inclusive?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at Decameron Baru - All inclusive. You'll enjoy services like beachside massages.

Does Decameron Baru - All inclusive have a pool?

Decameron Baru - All inclusive has 4 outdoor swimming pools and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella and with a coldie from the bar.

What luxury perks are available at Decameron Baru - All inclusive?

Decameron Baru - All inclusive features 4 outdoor pools, a full-service spa and a health club.

Is Decameron Baru - All inclusive family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a children's pool, a playground and an arcade, it's no surprise that Decameron Baru - All inclusive is a hit with families.

Does Decameron Baru - All inclusive serve breakfast?

Yeah, free buffet brekkie is available daily between 7:00 AM and 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Decameron Baru - All inclusive?

No, Decameron Baru - All inclusive does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Decameron Baru - All inclusive?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and 4 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Decameron Baru - All inclusive?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Decameron Baru - All inclusive?

No, pets are not allowed.

Decameron Baru - All inclusive Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 144 out of 391 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 124 out of 391 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 67 out of 391 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 391 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 32 out of 391 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Alberto

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

10/10 Excellent

Ana E

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love this hotel very friendly, clean , great food , beautiful, we had a problem with our transportation and the from desk was very helpful and she was available to find us transportation.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
People is so kind and friendly, best experience for me and my family!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Aleida

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Norma

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
My family enjoyed the food, the service, recreation and the beach. Even though the road to get to the hotel wasn’t the best, the transportation service was comfortable. At the hotel the internet access was really poor and the resort’s buildings required some maintenance. Overall it was a good experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jorge Luis

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and comfortable
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

marta

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Oscar Arturo

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Food was awful and there are raccoons in the buffet area
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
too many stairs
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Rahul

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Mediocre food, mediocre bars. Pools stay open til 8pm but bars around the pools close 2 hours before pool closes. No champagne and cheap liquor served.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

I would never recommend this hotel to anyone.

The front desk was the most terrible service I have seen, the personal wasn’t trained well.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Jose G

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Tony

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The service is horrendous. We requested side by side rooms and rooms were not available for two days. Offered no credit or refund for the inconvenience. Staff are not friendly and customer service is poor. Pool was shut down twice during our stay and no help at the bars. Long line ups for drinks and at times didn’t have beer or ingredients for mojitos.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bertfred, Miami

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great customer service. All staff are welcoming and friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

JAIME

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
It is very big, the environment is very natural the beach is amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ismael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Martha

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Cindy

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
NO WIFI!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Wilson, Jackson Heights

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
The property is a maravilla but they have to improves a.lot is my first time in my own Country but in tourism they are so far ... Chek in too much time compare with others resorts people recommend Decameron resorts the property is wonderfull the rooms excellent the food very good no complain about it but the procedure with the staff has to change is not the workers cause they always try to help we think is the administration. Any way we pass and excellent time cause the place is beatifull nothing is perfect over all when you compare Colombia with resorts in Mexico Aruba even Dominic Republic those places you get there chek in take a least 15 to 30 min maximum Decameron 1 hour that means something is wrong.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Mariemi

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful resort. The road to get to it is a long dirt road and uncomfortable to navigate. Food options could be better. Resort itself is beautiful.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wilson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The road should be fixed, they are and reallly bad conditions but biside that, the resort is pretty good, nice service, excellent food, many entertainment
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

María del Carmen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Na
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

4/10 Poor

Lauren

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Our main issue was that our room had bedbugs. They moved us after some insistence, but that was it. No apologies or follow up. The front desk staff doesn't seem to care ar all. We even had the "plus" upgrade which made no difference. The pools and beach are lovely. Restaurant staff so friendly and great. Food is very average. Lifeguards are on a massive power trip and make things pretty unpleasant as they are constantly blowing the whistle for one reason or another. They will not let you even put your feet in the ocean after 6 pm, which seems completely crazy. Lots of iguanas and racoons, racoons come into the restaurant which seems really gross and dirty.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Jesus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
No hot water. Access road was almost impassable
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Elida, Smithtown

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is 90’s timeshare! I wasn’t thrilled with the food, drinks, and overall the entire hotel. Food is horrible, the two “special places” the Asian and Italian you need to be up by 7am to make a reservation. We opted for the Asian. Sushi horrible, pre wrapped, the fish ok and the rice too. This is not a 3 star hotel. I will never book another vacation there. Check in a nightmare, transportation to airport was another nightmare. This is only for nationals that are used to crowded places and it wasn’t cheap! It was truly a huge disappointment.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024