Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Massage services
Non-smoking throughout
Private check-in/check-out
Board games/puzzles
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great service from staff
Beautiful location by the beach
Cons:
Room ventilation issues
Cleanliness concerns in certain areas

Categories

Cleanliness
7.71
Some comments mentioned unpleasant odors and need for improvement in the room's condition.
Service
9.18
Numerous reviews praised the staff's attentiveness and friendliness, especially mentioning specific employees.
Location
8.72
The location is generally appreciated for its tranquility and proximity to the beach.
Room Quality
7.37
Feedback indicated that some rooms were small and lacked proper ventilation.
Amenities
8.2
Amenities rated positively but some guests indicated areas for improvement.
Value for Money
8.66
Guests felt that the experience was worthwhile considering the overall quality of service and food.
Food and Beverage
8.71
Guests enjoyed the food quality and variety during their stays.
Overall Experience
8.68
Overall feedback indicates a strong likelihood of returning, with many positive experiences noted.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 14:58

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation
Cristal Blue Barú, nestled in Baru just steps away from Playa Blanca, offers a blend of comfort and elegance. The rooms, some with stunning sea views, boast private bathrooms with complimentary toiletries, ensuring a relaxing stay with all essentials provided.

Exquisite Facilities
Guests can indulge in the hotel's top-notch amenities, including a private beach area perfect for unwinding, a terrace to soak in the sun, and a restaurant serving delectable dishes. With free WiFi, a bar, and room service available, convenience is at your fingertips.

Convenient Services
Experience a seamless stay with concierge assistance, non-smoking rooms, and a 24-hour front desk ready to cater to your needs. Additionally, the option of a paid airport shuttle service makes traveling hassle-free. Book your stay at Cristal Blue Barú for a truly memorable getaway.

Important information:

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
Managed by a private host

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:30 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 166 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.71
Service: 9.18
Location: 8.72
Room Quality: 7.37
Amenities: 8.2
Value for Money: 8.66
Food and Beverage: 8.71
Overall Experience: 8.68
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Diaz • solo_traveller • co
10
2026-06-06 • via Nuitee
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Marcelo • couple • cl
5
No volvería hasta que solucionen detalles importantes.
Pros:

La vista y el hotel boutique en general es muy lindo, el bar es uno de los mejores en el sector, la atención del personal es 10/10, lejos lo más valorable (especialmente la Host como de las personas que nos llevaron en lancha a las atracciones de Mapaches y Plancton).

Cons:

El baño, usa una puerta corrediza que no cierra, es incómodo usar algo así sin una puerta que cierra, más si vas con pareja. Adicional, el baño tenía pelos de la estadía anterior.
Por otro lado, sólo hay ventilador y no AC, con el calor que hace en Barú, es casi imposible dormir sólo con el ventilador (además es ruidoso).
Por último, el ruido, no es culpa del hotel, pero los vecinos tienen fiestas hasta las 2 am. Y como la ventana tiene espacio que no cierra, se escucha todo.

Nosotros pagamos 3 noches, lamentablemente como fuimos a descansar, decidimos irnos después de la primera noche asumiendo esa pérdida (ya que consultamos y no podían devolver parte el dinero, lo cual es entendible ya que debe ser política del hotel).

2026-06-03 • via Nuitee
P
Paola • solo_traveller • co
10
Pros:

La vista, la comida, la atención 10 de 10

2026-06-01 • via Nuitee
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William • solo_traveller • co
8
2026-05-30 • via Nuitee
J
Juan David • couple • co
8
2026-05-28 • via Nuitee
A
angela marcela • family_with_children • co
10
Increíble
Pros:

El lugar es muy lindo, tiene una linda vista. Si te quieres relajar es ideal.

2026-05-25 • via Nuitee
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Ospina Vargas • solo_traveller • co
10
Pros:

El apoyo en la organización de planes y flexibilidad al apoyar

Cons:

En el baño, el hinodoro debería tener forma de tener privacidad desde el exterior de la habitación.

2026-05-25 • via Nuitee
M
Mona • extended_group • ca
8
Beautiful place ocean front! Clean as well and great staff as well! Food was awesome too!
Pros:

Friendly staff and very helpful

2026-05-23 • via Nuitee
S
Sergio • solo_traveller • co
10
Un paraíso, sin duda volveremos.
Pros:

La ubicación es de ensueño, muy linda vista.

2026-05-22 • via Nuitee
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Soraya • couple • es
7
Buena ubicación pero mucho que mejorar
Pros:

La amabilidad de Elsa y la ubicación y zona privada.

Cons:

Instalaciones muy poco cuidadas (la ventana del balcón se rompió dos veces a pesar de habérselo trasladado al establecimiento seguía igual de mal) cuarto de baño con olores y muy poco cuidado además de la falta de limpieza eficiente desde el primer día (manchas de pasta de dientes en espejo de baño, cristales sucios, toallas rotas y sucias, sábanas llena de manchas). Desayuno muy flojo sin variedad ni cantidad.

2026-05-15 • via Nuitee
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marcos • family_with_children • ar
1
Cons:

No pudimos ingresar en febrero 2026 x el temporal inhabilitó el hotel

2026-05-14 • via Nuitee
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Nicola • couple • it
1
Un pessimo ostello
Pros:

Sdraio private e tranquillità, ottimo ristorante in altra struttura a solo 50 metri a destra.

Cons:

Cominciamo dalla mancata organizzazione della barca, prenotata da 2 settimane, e quindi la passeggiata di 2 km in spiaggia con valigie sotto il sole. La struttura infatti è la + distante dal parcheggio e se non hai la barca devi farla a piedi. Nonostante questo disastro non ci è stata offerta né una cena né una bevanda fresca per scusarsi . Addirittura abbiamo aspettato 20 minuti che ci registrassero prima di entrare in camera a fare una doccia (stavamo morendo di caldo ed eravamo sudati per il lungo tragitto).
Camere minuscole , bagno inqualificabile, 1 mq. Doccia con getto ridicolo, ci metti un ora per sciacquarti. Di notte impossibile dormire per il caldo assurdo visto che non c'è aria condizionata.
La colazione è pessima.
La spiaggia è inesistente, non ci sono le fastidiose barche ma ci sono rocce e sassi che impediscono di nuotare, bisogna camminare verso il parcheggio per almeno 10 minuti per trovare una buona zona per nuotare.

2026-05-10 • via Nuitee
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WALTER • family_with_children • ar
10
2026-05-05 • via Nuitee
J
José Ignacio • solo_traveller • cl
4
Pros:

La vista al mar

Cons:

Muy poco equipado, momentos sin agua, hotel sin terminar. Las fotografías favorecen, pero no es lo que ofrecen a través de internet. Cobran más del indicado por Booking.

2026-05-04 • via Nuitee
R
rosana • couple • ar
5
Pros:

Los exteriores

Cons:

Estaba sucio. Personal con poco oficio

2026-05-03 • via Nuitee
A
Allyson • couple • us
10
A peaceful, beautifully run beach escape with amazing food, views, and kind staff.
Pros:

Had an amazing stay in Barú. The property is professional, clean, and beautifully maintained, with incredible food and drinks and an unbeatable view. It’s tucked away from the crowds of Playa Blanca, so the beach feels peaceful and almost private. The staff were kind, attentive, and very accommodating. I speak limited Spanish but had no trouble communicating. The rooms had everything needed for a comfortable, relaxing beach stay. Would absolutely come back.

Cons:

Nothing.

2026-05-02 • via Nuitee
N
Nathaly • couple • co
9
Muy tranquilo
Pros:

La ubicación era tranquila, no hay tanto ruido como en otras zonas y el personal super atento.

Cons:

La habitación que nos toco quedaba encima de la cocina, se entra un poco el olor. Se debe ventilar mas.

2026-05-01 • via Nuitee
R
roberta • couple • br
5
Um pouco abaixo das expectativas
Pros:

Perto da praia

Cons:

Apesar de ser em frente a praia, a praia em si é super desorganizada em relação a ocupação. Muitos quiosques, um grudado no outro. Lanchas entrando e saindo na mínima extensão de areia existente em frente ao hotel, o que tira a privacidade de quem senta nas espreguiçadeiras, fora o cheiro de óleo que fica no ar e na água. O café da manhã é bem básico, qualquer coisa além, dentro das poucas opções, é cobrado a parte. A água do chuveiro cai quase em conta gotas. Os preços sao bem altos e opções bem poucas, devido a distância do continente e forma de acesso. Os funcionários tem boa vontade e são solicitos. Acho que muitas coisas a melhorar estão fora do alcance deles.

2026-04-30 • via Nuitee
J
Jhonier • extended_group • co
10
Excelente
Pros:

Hermosa la ubicación

Cons:

Faltó proteína en el desayuno (huevos o otra cosa)

2026-04-30 • via Nuitee
M
Maria jose • couple • cl
7
Cons:

Había pasado una tormenta y faltaba el muelle estaba un poco destruido todo

2026-04-29 • via Nuitee