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Aura Hotel Barú

4.0 star property
Ocean-view hotel with a beach bar, near Corales del Rosario National Park
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
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Front of property
Beach bar
Front of property
Private beach, beach shuttle, sun-loungers, beach umbrellas
Bar (on property)

Reviews

8.2 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • On private beach
    On private beach
  • Room service
    Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Spa
    Spa

Explore the area

Map
Ensenada del Cholón Km. 26, Cartagena, Bolivar, 130017
  • Corales del Rosario National Park
    5 min drive
  • Baru Church
    6 min drive
  • Bendita Beach
    13 min drive
  • Cartagena (CTG-Rafael Núñez Intl.)
    118 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Superior Bungalow, Multiple Beds

Superior Bungalow, Multiple Beds

Superior Bungalow, Multiple Beds

Highlights

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

View all photos for Superior Room

Superior Room

Superior Room

Highlights

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

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

View all photos for Triple Room Standard With Garden View

Minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Triple Room Standard With Garden View

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

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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 and 3.6 km (2.3 mi) from Isla Grande Beach. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include a private beach, a restaurant and a beach bar. .The family restaurant, Sport Baru Restaurante, serves Caribbean cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. 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 Rosario Islands Oceanarium and Blanca Beach.

What's nearby

  • Corales del Rosario National Park - 5 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Baru Church - 6 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Bendita Beach - 13 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Isla Grande Beach - 17 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Blanca Beach - 74 min drive - 25.4 km

Getting around

  • Cartagena (CTG-Rafael Núñez Intl.) - 118 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

Ocean-view hotel with a beach bar, 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 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.

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

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • 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
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
For more details, 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 are welcome and stay free
  • Only dogs and cats 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.
  • 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)
  • 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 security system and a first aid kit
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 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 for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Aura Hotel Barú Sport Barú Baru Island
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Aura Barú Sport Barú Baru Island
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Aura Hotel Barú By Sport Barú Cartagena
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Aura Baru Sport Baru Cartagena

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.

How much does it cost to stay at Aura Hotel Barú?

As of 22 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Aura Hotel Barú on 24 Nov 2024 start from NZ$229.29, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

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.

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.

Aura Hotel Barú Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 112 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 27 out of 112 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 112 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 112 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 112 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Magdaely

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Miguel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Oasis of tranquility
A great place to disconnect.... & oasis of tranquility.. super nice little beach... everything you need to relax.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

6/10 Okay

robert

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

MONICA

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Paul

Liked: Staff & service
A basic place, there are much better in Baru
The rooms are very basic and the breakfast is not that good
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good deal, excellent staff & food.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Soyinka

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super exceptional place, stuff 10 .
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Luis

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shilpa, Portland

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

2/10 Terrible

Jessica

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Mimi, Summit

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cristian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet and right on the beach
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Carlos

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Myriam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Myra

Travelled with partner
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
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Shauna

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice hotel. A little disappointed that, while our check in was delayed 30 minutes, we had to be out immediately at noon. Also, it was crowded.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Patrick

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Ok, so you come to this place for three things...the food, the level of service and the solitude. Those 3 things can't be beat. The food is out of this world! The rooms need some TLC, and a pool would be nice. That being said, I would return here in a heartbeat. In fact, I plan on it. In all transparency, Im not an animal person so would do away with the pet-friendly part, but have to say I was not personally hindered by the small dogs that were present. I can just see somebody thinking it appropriate to bring large or aggressive dogs.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yvette

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Glad we decided to stay at Hotel Aura while visiting Barù. The grounds were perfect for 5 days and 4 nights of relaxation and water activities. When not laying out on the comfy beachside beds, we booked a tour and visited islands, participated in the yoga class, and kayaked. Service in general was slower-paced than we are used to in the states, but that is a good thing. Staff were really fun and accommodating of our group. Looking forward to returning.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

6/10 Okay

Cicily

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort
Beautiful location; Mediocre hotel
There was a strange vibe at this hotel amongst the staff. The receptionists and manager were extremely friendly, but the rest of the staff were outwardly disgruntled and unfriendly. I’m not sure what was going on behind the scenes there. The rooms I stayed in were both over the kitchen. There was a constant humming and strong vibration that you could feel and hear constantly. I don’t think they should put anyone in these rooms as they are so un peaceful! Be advised that if you book private transport, the hotel is gauging the transportation company! They forgot to pack all of my belongings into the car (though they told me they had), and then when we had to turn around, they changed the driver of the car for the extra time! This was a harsh thing to do, considering that drivers in Colombia make next to nothing!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

yuliana

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Oscar

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff!! Very relaxing atmosphere!! Loved Aura and her family!!! Highly Recommend this resort.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Diana

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location and great staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

6/10 Okay

JOHANNA

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
The hotel was ok. Unfortunately the manager was very unhelpful. They Offered no solution to exchange money. No transportation out of the hotel unless it through their overpriced tour company. The is 1 hour away from the airport and 20 minutes from playa blanca beach. You would think they would have car or taxi service to get you to the beach but the wasn’t a taxi in sight. The restaurant food was ok- the menu is the same every day. There is no variety
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Clay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beach beauty
We loved the beach front property and the cleanliness. Everything was relaxing and amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021