Baru Island

Travel Guide

Aerial panorama view of Playa Blanca Isla Baru white sand beach turquoise blue ocean water Cartagena Colombia South America
Lovely couple celebrating in a bungalow balcony in the middle if a village in nature.
Playa Blanca 🇨🇴
Playa Blanca a few hours from Cartagena. Stay in one of the many beach hostels and fall asleep to the sound of the waves 🏝
See my post about Cartagena. I love how locals have mastered the art of carrying a fruit bowl on one's head #beach

Where to stay in Baru Island

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Ararca

When in Ararca, you can plan a visit to San Fernando Fort and Blanca Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Ararca
Sofitel Barú Cartagena

Sofitel Barú Cartagena

5 out of 5
KM 7 Sector, Porto Nao Cartagena Bolívar
The price is ₩449,567 per night from Apr 5 to Apr 6
₩449,567
₩449,567 total
Apr 5 - Apr 6
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Cartagena. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 5 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (662 reviews)
Pięknie położony hotel, pyszne śniadania, super baseny. Jedyny minus za dojazd - 6 km drogą nieasfaltową, ale poza tym wszystko git.

Reviewed on Mar 10, 2026

Sofitel Barú Cartagena
Decameron Baru - All inclusive

Decameron Baru - All inclusive

3.5 out of 5
Baru Kilometro 7 sector Portonaito Cartagena Bolivar
Book a stay at this beach property in Cartagena. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and 4 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Blanca Beach and National Aviary ...
7.8/10 Good! (396 reviews)
Very rude at the front desk. Not information provided during my stay. First time that I have to bring the towels to the front desk to check them out from the room. Property looks old . Very low maintenance. Sink running during all my stay. Definitely I won’t return to this place .

Reviewed on Mar 12, 2026

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Decameron Baru - All inclusive
InterContinental Cartagena De Indias by IHG

InterContinental Cartagena De Indias by IHG

4 out of 5
Bocagrande Carrera 1 No. 5-01 Cartagena Bolivar
The price is ₩247,221 per night from Mar 16 to Mar 17
₩247,221
₩247,221 total
Mar 16 - Mar 17
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Cartagena. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,526 reviews)
The beach view was beautiful. We had to sign a waiver to use the microwave, which I had never heard of. The staff was friendly. I would warmly recommend this place to first-time travelers seeking comfort and a welcoming atmosphere.

Reviewed on Mar 12, 2026

InterContinental Cartagena De Indias by IHG
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SUNSET BEACH

SUNSET BEACH

2.5 out of 5
Playa tranquila Cartagena Bolívar
Book a stay at this beach cabin in Cartagena. Enjoy free breakfast, a beach locale, and airport drop-off service (surcharge). Popular attractions Blanca Beach ...
8/10 Very Good! (14 reviews)
Don’t go any where around this place, everywhere is the same, dirty and old places

Reviewed on Mar 24, 2025

SUNSET BEACH
EcoHotel Hector

EcoHotel Hector

2 out of 5
Isla de Baru Cartagena Bolívar
Book a stay at this beach cottage in Cartagena. Enjoy free breakfast, a beach locale, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Blanca Beach and ...
EcoHotel Hector
Bondo Estudio

Bondo Estudio

3.5 out of 5
Barrio Marbella Carrera 2A #49-60 Cartagena Bolívar
Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Cartagena. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (728 reviews)
We really enjoyed our stay. We were minutes drive away from the walled city. Property is across the street from the Cartagena sign at the Beach. And the coffee and chocolate crossaint are so good.

Reviewed on Mar 14, 2026

Bondo Estudio
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Popular places to visit

Playa Blanca 🇨🇴

Blanca Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Blanca Beach during your trip to Cartagena?

Blanca Beach
This was one of my favorite pictures from my trip to Cartagena. We hired a guide for the day and he took us out to this bird sanctuary. We would have never found this place or even have stopped had it not been for our guide. It ended up being one of my favorite things from the trip. #ontheroad

National Aviary of Colombia

Enjoy an outing to National Aviary of Colombia during your stay in Cartagena.

National Aviary of Colombia
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Bocagrande Beach

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Bocagrande Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Cartagena. Make time to visit the area's shops, or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Bocagrande Beach
Cartagena de Indias Convention Center "Julio César Turbay Ayala" reflected in the water

Cartagena de Indias Convention Center

Learn about the events happening at Cartagena de Indias Convention Center during your trip to Cartagena. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or seek out the local tours.

Cartagena de Indias Convention Center
Carribean landscape on Isla Grande, Rosario Archipelago, Colombia, South America

Isla Grande Beach

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Isla Grande Beach during your travels in Rosario Islands? You can seek out the snorkeling spots in this relaxing area.

Isla Grande Beach
View to Torre de Reloj

Clock Tower

You can learn about the history of Cartagena when you stop by Clock Tower. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or seek out the local tours.

Clock Tower

Cities near Baru Island

Cartagena

Cartagena