Aura Hotel Barú

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Independent
8.2 (68 reviews)
Ensenada del Cholón Km. 26, Cartagena, Bolivar, 130017 , Cartagena , CO
+57 312 2832098

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Pets allowed

Facilities

Boat tours nearby
Express check-out
Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Terrace
Garden
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Concierge service
Wheelchair accessible
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Beautiful property
Cons:
Poor room conditions
Access challenges

Categories

Cleanliness
7.03
The room conditions were noted as poor with moldy bathrooms and austere accommodations.
Service
10
Staff were described as friendly and welcoming, providing good service.
Location
8
The location has access challenges due to bad roads, especially when it rains.
Room Quality
7.54
Room quality was marked down for missing amenities and austere conditions.
Amenities
7.99
Limited amenities available beyond kayaks and paddleboards; isolated location with no nearby activities.
Value for Money
7.52
Food and beverages were overpriced and of lower quality than expected.
Food and Beverage
8.48
Food was described as delicious but with limited variety.
Overall Experience
9.03
Overall experience highlighted positive aspects despite some issues with the facilities.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-11 13:30

Property Description

Escape to a tropical paradise at Aura Hotel Barú, where sun, sand, and serenity await!

Private Beach Retreat
Unwind on our exclusive private beach, where you can soak up the sun or take a dip in the inviting outdoor pool, offering the perfect backdrop for relaxation.

Culinary Delights
Savor the flavors of the Caribbean at Sport Baru Restaurante, our beachfront family restaurant. Enjoy delightful dishes while soaking in the breathtaking garden views or sip your favorite cocktail at the beach bar.

Exceptional Amenities
Stay connected with complimentary Wi-Fi and enjoy seamless services featuring a 24-hour front desk, concierge, and thoughtful touches in our 16 elegant guestrooms equipped with modern conveniences, ensuring a memorable stay.

Book your escape to Aura Hotel Barú today and indulge in an unforgettable beach getaway!

Important information:

  • If you are traveling with a child your property may require you to present the following documents: Parents traveling into Colombia with a child under 18 may be required to present the child's birth certificate and photo ID (passport for non-Columbian visitors) upon check-in. If a relative or legal guardian is traveling into Colombia with the child, that relative or legal guardian may be required to present a notarized consent of travel signed by both parents and a copy of both parents' ID. If only one parent is traveling into Colombia with the child, that parent may be required to present a notarized consent of travel signed by the other parent. Visitors who plan to travel with children should consult with a Colombian consulate office prior to travel for further guidance.
  • Reservations are required for massage services. Reservations can be made by contacting the hotel prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • One child 8 years old or younger stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
  • Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
  • Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section).
  • Contactless check-in is available.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:30 AM
Airport code: CTG

Property Policies

  • Children and extra beds

    No rollaway/extra beds available

  • Pets

    Service animals not allowed

  • Pets

    Pets cannot be left unattended

  • Guest type

    Essential workers only - NO

  • Accessibility

    No elevators

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Location

Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 68 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.03
Service: 10
Location: 8
Room Quality: 7.54
Amenities: 7.99
Value for Money: 7.52
Food and Beverage: 8.48
Overall Experience: 9.03
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Raul • solo_traveller • ar
10
2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Héctor • couple • co
8
Sitio agradable apartado de todo
Pros:

Restaurante, piscina, bar

Cons:

NO esta cerca de nada. Dificil el acceso o las salidas

2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
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Mrinal • solo_traveller • nl
10
3 Night Relaxing Stay at Aura
Pros:

The staff was super attentive and the pool was gorgeous. The masseuse is too good as well.

Cons:

There could be a little more vegetarian options!

2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
A
Albrecht • family_with_children • de
10
Pros:

Das Hotel ist ganz wunderbar. Das Personal ist freundlich, überall ist ein Lächeln auf den Gesichtern, sie es ob es sich um die Rezeption oder das Reinigungspersonal handelt. Es gibt einen privaten Strand und viele Möglichkeiten, so dass einem nicht langweilig wird. Toll, war dass es so ruhig war, beispielsweise hat die Bar um 10 Uhr geschlossen, so dass man hinterher noch draußen sitzen konnte und die Natur genießen konnte und dann aber auch schlafen konnte!

Cons:

Leider liegt Cholon Bay direkt gegenüber und nachmittags ist es laut mit den Jetski Fahrern und der Musik, aber das geht jedoch, weil es Tagesgäste sind und sie nachmittags wieder verschwinden, so dass man den Abend ruhig genießen kann.

2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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Meza Molina • family_with_children • co
10
Pros:

Las instalaciones, el personal muy amable

Cons:

La demora en el servicio de restaurante, las comidas muy altas en precio.

2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
M
Magali • couple • ar
9
Lindo pero alejado de todo
Pros:

Las instalaciones muy cómodas, el personal muy atento a todo. Osvaldo, Lordi y todo el personal excelente

Cons:

No hay restaurantes, ni comercios, farmacias, etc cerca. Está pensando para la consumición exclusiva en el lugar.
La playa es pequeña, pero tiene una muy linda piscina.

2026-07-09 • via Nuitee
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María Isabel • family_with_children • co
8
Lugar perfecto para desconectar y descansar.
Pros:

La atención, el ambiente y la zona humeda.

Cons:

La playa

2026-07-07 • via Nuitee
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Daniel • family_with_children • co
7
Room rate is competitive and in line with the quality and level of the hotel. Food too expensive
Pros:

The hotel's staff is fantastic!!! The view is amazing. The food is good. The room and the room's restroom great.

The hotel has its own boat that you can rent on an hourly basis. We rented it for three hours for approx USD$250.

Also, it is easy to find jetskis to rent in front of the hotel's beach. We rented every day for just USD$80 per hour (each jetski).

Cons:

The room rate si competitive and reasonable in light of what you get.

However, you should consider the cost of food, especially if you are planning to stay for several days. The hotel's restaurants are quite expensive, and there are essentially no alternative dining options nearby—the closest restaurants are about an hour away.

We stayed for five full days, so these costs added up quickly. As a family of two adults and two children, we spent between US$160 and US$200 per meal. The same pricing applies to the pool menu and beverages. As a result, a family of this size should expect to spend approximately US$400–500 per day on food alone. We rarely drink alcohol (perhaps a beer or two), so guests who regularly order alcoholic beverages should expect their daily expenses to be considerably higher.

Overall, we found the room rate to be competitive and generally in line with the quality and level of the hotel. However, the food and beverage prices felt disproportionately high and, in our opinion, were not consistent with the hotel's overall standard.

One important thing to know before booking is that the hotel overlooks a public beach located approximately 500 to 1,000 meters away. Loud music is played there every day from around 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. In addition, numerous party boats anchor at that public beach throughout the day, and each one plays its own music, creating constant noise that can significantly affect the otherwise peaceful atmosphere at the hotel.

2026-07-06 • via Nuitee
D
Daniel • couple • fr
8
Bon séjour. Gros bémol sur la restauration
Pros:

Emplacement

Cons:

Restauration

2026-07-03 • via Nuitee
J
Jesus • family_with_children • es
9
Estancia romántica con mucha paz
Pros:

El entorno, la vista desde el comedor, el personal, la paz que había, la energía del lugar

Cons:

Para mi gusto las personas nativas que ofrecían servicios llegando desde el mar y que se quedaban en la playa. Vi hasta una persona limpiando la moto de agua en la playa del hotel, que era muy pequeña

2026-07-03 • via Nuitee
K
karen • solo_traveller • co
9
Pros:

Los espacios son muy agradables, un lugar tranquilo

Cons:

la atención en el restaurante puede demorar un poco

2026-07-02 • via Nuitee
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sarmiento galeano • family_with_children • co
10
Excelente
Pros:

La atención

Cons:

Que no tiene playa

2026-06-30 • via Nuitee
M
Marcelo • couple • cl
9
Increíble lugar para relajarse
Pros:

Me encantó el lugar, cómodo, limpio, lindo, tiene de todo.
El personal lejos lo mejor.

Cons:

Algunos valores de comidas y tragos estaban muy por sobre lo normal.

2026-06-25 • via Nuitee
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FLOR DE LUNA • family_with_children • us
10
2026-06-19 • via Nuitee
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Laura • couple • co
8
2026-06-16 • via Nuitee
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Sebastian • couple • de
7
Great option to reach without speedboat from Cartagena
Pros:

Great location, food, staff and private beach.

Cons:

Had an issue with our toilet which took them 48 hours to fix.

2026-06-06 • via Nuitee
V
Vanessa • couple • us
10
Paraíso caribeño
Pros:

Me gustó absolutamente todo , es un lugar increíble las vistas el océano , el servicio , la comida , quiero regresar .
Gracias

2026-06-02 • via Nuitee
A
Andreas • couple • ch
7
Pros:

Grosse (digitale) Speisekarte mit guten und ortstypischen Menus.

Cons:

Die Musik war zu laut und andauernd. Schade für die schöne Lage in der Natur.

2026-06-02 • via Nuitee
B
Billat • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-05-31 • via Nuitee
B
beabro • couple • at
10
Sehr sauberes, nettes Hotel mit sehr gutem Essen, für mich für ein paar Tage wundervoll.
Pros:

Sehr schönes Hotel am Strand, sehr sauber, sehr gutes Frühstück (Buffet).
Mittagessen und Abendessen im Hotel - Preise nicht billig - aber sehr gutes Essen!
Das Personal ist sehr aufmerksam und freundlich und hilfsbereit.
Stand-up Paddel kann man ausborgen, ohne Bezahlung.

Cons:

Strandzugang - Gras und braunes Wasser (nicht schmutzig, nur aufgewühlt).
Jetski kommen immer vorbei - es stinkt und sie machen lärm.
Partyinsel gegenüber - Musik von 10-16 Uhr ca. (war aber ok, Hotel spielt auch Musik am Strand und am Pool).

2026-05-30 • via Nuitee