Barranquero Hotel

Hotels
9.5 (109 reviews)
Km 29, Carretera Troncal del Caribe, Vereda San Rafael a 5 minutos en carro del Parque Tayrona , El Zaino , co

Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Jungle location
Excellent hosts
Delicious food
Cons:
Minor complaint about hot water
Suggestion for ladder safety

Categories

Cleanliness
9.25
Guests mentioned the property was clean and comfortable, typical for hotels of this rating.
Service
9.75
Hosts Laurent and Bruno received high praise for their hospitality and attentiveness.
Location
9.75
The hotel's jungle location is described as beautiful and tranquil, enhancing the overall experience.
Room Quality
9.25
Rooms are noted as comfortable and spacious, with a good ambiance.
Amenities
9.25
Facilities were well-received, despite minor complaints regarding hot water availability.
Value for Money
9.25
Overall satisfaction implies good value for the experience and amenities provided.
Food and Beverage
9.75
The food was frequently praised for its variety and quality.
Overall Experience
9.75
Guests expressed a strong desire to return, indicating a very positive overall experience.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 11:40

Property Description

Tranquil Oasis in El Zaino

Serene Garden Setting: Barranquero Hotel offers a peaceful retreat with a lush garden, perfect for unwinding after a day of exploring nearby Castilletes Beach.

Comfortable Accommodations: Each room at Barranquero Hotel is thoughtfully equipped with a desk, cozy bed linen, and a private balcony overlooking the garden or mountains.

Convenient Amenities: Guests can enjoy the convenience of room service, a helpful concierge, and currency exchange services during their stay.

Experience relaxation and comfort at Barranquero Hotel. Book now for a memorable stay in El Zaino!

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:30 PM

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children ages 5 and older are allowed.
    People 12 years old and over stay for COP 40,000 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.5
Based on 109 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.25
Service: 9.75
Location: 9.75
Room Quality: 9.25
Amenities: 9.25
Value for Money: 9.25
Food and Beverage: 9.75
Overall Experience: 9.75
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Ruth solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Everything - it was fabulous and Pauline and her husband are so warm and welcoming. The rooms are large and beautifully decorated with plenty of clothes hanging space, tables and even a sofa. I loved the light switches next to the bed. The patio area had everything with a table and chairs, a hammock and loungers. And to top it all of Pauline does room service, simply send a text message and coffee or beer are delivered - i could have stayed so much longer.
Tayrone park is no more than 20 minutes away - what more could you want?

Cons:

Having a clean, my patio got very sandy, a sweep through would have been great - but that is so minor compared to everything else - it really is idyllic if you want a chilled relaxing stay with fantastic hosts.

2026-06-04 via Nuitee
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Sophie couple be
10
Eentje om nooit te vergeten
Pros:

Een unieke locatie met een bijzondere gastvrouw en gastheer. Een ruime kamer, het eten was uitmuntend en alles in de buurt zoals het nationaal park, riviertjes en wandelmogelijkheden.

Cons:

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2026-06-01 via Nuitee
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Emi.0900 solo_traveller fr
10
Pros:

La gentillesse de Bruno et Laurence, leur cuisine succulente l'endroit de paradis qu'ils ont eux même créée. Nous recommandons sans hésiter.

2026-05-20 via Nuitee
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Gergő extended_group hu
10
Pros:

We loved our stay at Barranquero Hotel. It's located in the forest, only a 10-15 minutes walk from Tayrona National Park's main entrance (El Zaino). It is close to the main road with frequent bus connection to/from Santa Marta yet quiet and peaceful. Amazing bird concert from sunrise. We have seen toucans on our first and tamarins on our last early morning from the balcony. Staff are friendly and amazing.
Passing the 2 shallow rivers is not difficult and adds to the fun part. Cocoa tour option close.
We were very happy with our choice, highly recommended!

2026-05-15 via Nuitee
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Aine couple ie
10
Our favourite spot in Colombia!
Pros:

This was our favourite accommodation in Colombia! It’s a total paradise. The property is right beside a beautiful sandy river that you can cool off in and explore. The host also recommended some great rock pools that we could walk to nearby on really beautiful trails. The place has been created with such love and the gardens and decoration are beautiful. The hosts are so helpful and cook delicious food! Couldn’t recommend this spot more!

2026-05-12 via Nuitee
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Tobias solo_traveller us
10
Pros:

We had a great stay here. It's a very nice lodge that's accessible by 10min walk from the main road (involves crossing a shallow river). The hosts were very welcoming and friendly and helped us fix the air conditioning late in the evening. The place itself is very clean and well maintained and the room was spacious and nicely designed. The breakfast was very good and filling. It's a short walk to the el zaino Tayrona entrance for those planning to go there and they kindly let us leave our bags with them whilst we were in the park. Overall a very nice stay in a beautiful and peaceful place!

2026-05-05 via Nuitee
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Juliette couple ca
10
A nice retreat with a little bite of french touch!
Pros:

Everything : the location away from the main road, the garden, the room, the food and the hosts.

Cons:

N/A

2026-04-10 via Nuitee
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Lourdes couple es
10
2026-04-03 via Nuitee
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Julia couple fr
9
Pros:

Personnel adorable et aux p'tits soins.
Hôtel atypique et situé au coeur de la nature, près du parc Tayrona, et au bord d'un Rio et de ruisseaux.
Balcon privatif donnant sur des arbres.
Laurence nous a concocté de succulents repas tous les soirs !
Bruno est un passionné et est également adorable.
Nous avons traversé la rivière en jeep pour le retour, mémorable ! :)

Cons:

RAS

2026-03-18 via Nuitee
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Normandise couple fr
9
Un bel endroit en pleine nature
Pros:

L'accueil de Laurence et Bruno et de leur personnel a été chaleureux et bienveillant. L'endroit est très agréable, en pleine nature, près du parc Tayrona. Le fait d'avoir à traverser la rivière pour accéder à l'hôtel ajoute une touche originale et ne représente aucun danger puisque un jeune habitant du village, employé de l'hôtel, vient aider. Les petits déjeuners et les repas sont vraiment succulents. Nous regrettons de ne pas être restés plus longtemps pour partager une balade à cheval....
Nous reviendrons certainement.

2026-03-17 via Nuitee
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Sofie couple fr
9
2026-03-14 via Nuitee
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Charlène couple fr
10
Pros:

Tout ! Merci à Laurence et Bruno pour leur accueil, leur gentillesse et leur cuisine ! Tout était parfait. Nous étions comme à la maison, le départ de ce paradis a été très dur pour toute la famille et surtout les enfants. C'est pour nous un moment fort de notre voyage en Colombie ! Alors oui il faut traverser deux rivières pour y accéder mais le paradis se mérite...

Cons:

Rien !

2026-02-23 via Nuitee
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Philippe couple fr
10
Pros:

Nous avons passé un super séjour chez Laurence et Bruno.Nos 2 nuits initiales se sont transformées en 4 nuits.Un lieu loin de tout, en pleine nature avec des chambres très agréables, décorées avec soin,des terrasses individuelles supers. La cuisine de Laurence est très bonne et variée.
Notre meilleur séjour de notre voyage d'un mois.

Cons:

Rien

2026-02-22 via Nuitee
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Josée solo_traveller ca
10
Pros:

Le service en français ,l'attention des propriétaires et le lieu dans la jungle avec la rivière tout près.

Cons:

Rien on on est resté deux jours de plus

2026-01-27 via Nuitee
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Ana solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Unique experience in the middle of the jungle. The rooms are big and have air conditioning. All the staff was so nice and helpful.

Cons:

I enjoy everything

2026-01-18 via Nuitee
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Ricardo couple co
10
Maravillo lugar cerca a Zaino
Pros:

El hotel esta en medio del bosque y por sus costados pasan varios rios lo que le otorga una sensación de conexión con la naturaleza. El diseño y construcción del hotel es genial con detalles muy interesantes. El cuarto es grande bien dotado, con aire acondicionado y muy bonito. Sin embargo, lo que mas gusto fue la tranquilidad del lugar, para nosotros que somos tan sensibles al ruido, este lugar nos permitido descansar. Solo se escucha el murmullo del rio.

Cons:

Realmente nada. Para llegar al hotel se debe pasar dos secciones del rio que tienen cerca de 50 cm de alto. En un 4x4 no hay problema, no queda muy lejos de la via a Riohacha se puede caminar perfectamente. En caso contrario Bruno sale en su Toyota antiguo a recogerlos. Les recomiendo llevar algunos viveres para su estancia.

2026-01-13 via Nuitee
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Sandra couple nl
9
Pros:

Prachtige lodge midden in de jungle. Kamer is ruim en netjes !

Cons:

Niks

2026-01-10 via Nuitee
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Jefranlo couple es
8
Aventura en el Barranquero
Pros:

Ubicación a 15min andando de la entrada Zaino del Parque Tayrona. Instalaciones muy bonitas y cuidadas en un entorno inmejorable. Desayuno y comida del restaurante muy buena y a precio correcto. Staff muy amable y servicial.

Cons:

Deberían informar en las condiciones que para acceder al hotel se debe cruzar un río a pie donde la profundidad es de unos 30cm si el agua está baja. No se nos ofreció ni en la entrada ni en la salida la recogida con Jeep. La ducha de nuestra habitación no disponía de agua caliente. El pago con tarjeta tiene un recargo del 5% que no se informa en las condiciones de pago.

2026-01-09 via Nuitee
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Frédérique extended_group fr
9
Séjour inoubliable et hors du temps
Pros:

Séjour en pleine nature, calme absolu, la traversée de la rivière à pied pour rejoindre l’hôtel est vraiment agréable. Le restaurant est délicieux, et enfin Bruno et Laurence sont adorables, un vrai plaisir d’échanger avec eux

2026-01-08 via Nuitee
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Miteki couple fr
9
Pros:

Le calme, le restaurant (options végétariennes délicieuses), proche de l’entrée El Zaino pour visiter le parc Tayrona.

Cons:

Il faut traverser une rivière à pieds pour accéder à l’établissement. Pour un ou deux jours ce n’est pas gênant et on nous a gentiment proposé de nous déposer en voiture le dernier jour avec nos bagages.

2026-01-08 via Nuitee