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Hotel Playa Manglares Isla Barú

3.0 star property
Beach hotel with free breakfast and a restaurant

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Signature Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Lagoon View (Room 2) | Individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets
Beach

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Room options

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Comfort Triple Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking (Room 5) | Individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Triple Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking (Room 5)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Connecting rooms available
Bidet
Private bathroom
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed

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Comfort Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking (Room 4) | Individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking (Room 4)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Connecting rooms available
Bidet
Private bathroom
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Signature Room, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Lagoon View | Individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Signature Room, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Lagoon View

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Private bathroom
Bidet
Daily housekeeping
  • Lagoon view
  • 55 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Signature Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Bay View (Room 3)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Connecting rooms available
Bidet
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Signature Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Lagoon View (Room 2)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Connecting rooms available
Bidet
Private bathroom
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Traditional Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking (Room 1)

Individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Traditional Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking (Room 1)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Connecting rooms available
Bidet
Private bathroom
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

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Isla Baru, Cartagena, Bolívar, 130017

What's nearby

  • National Aviary of Colombia - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Blanca Beach - 10 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Blanca Beach - 30 min drive - 9.2 miles
  • Corales del Rosario National Park - 32 min drive - 10.0 miles
  • Baru Church - 33 min drive - 10.4 miles

Getting around

  • Rafael Nunez Intl. Airport (CTG) - 71 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Humo - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Bahía - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Pesca Del Dia Decameron Baru - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Euroasia - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Playa Surf - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Hotel Playa Manglares Isla Barú

Property highlights
Free breakfast (local cuisine), an airport shuttle, and a terrace are just a few of the amenities provided at Hotel Playa Manglares Isla Barú. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and laundry facilities.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), luggage storage, and a water dispenser
  • Smoke-free premises and a front-desk safe
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have amenities such as free WiFi.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and bidets

Languages

English, French, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 11:00 AM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • You may be required to pay VAT (19%) at the property. Nonresident travelers 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 have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: COP 100000 per vehicle (one-way)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
There is no hot water on site
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 citizens) 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.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Hotel Playa Manglares Isla Barú Bolívar
Playa Manglares Isla Barú Bolívar
Hotel Playa Manglares Isla Barú Cartagena
Playa Manglares Isla Barú Cartagena
Hotel Hotel Playa Manglares Isla Barú Cartagena
Cartagena Hotel Playa Manglares Isla Barú Hotel
Playa Manglares Isla Barú
Hotel Hotel Playa Manglares Isla Barú
Manglares Isla Baru Cartagena
Manglares Isla Baru Cartagena
Hotel Playa Manglares Isla Barú Hotel
Hotel Playa Manglares Isla Barú Cartagena
Hotel Playa Manglares Isla Barú Hotel Cartagena

Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel Playa Manglares Isla Barú pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Hotel Playa Manglares Isla Barú?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hotel Playa Manglares Isla Barú?

Check-in start time: 11:00 AM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Hotel Playa Manglares Isla Barú?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Does Hotel Playa Manglares Isla Barú provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of COP 100000 per vehicle applies.

Where is Hotel Playa Manglares Isla Barú located?

Situated in Cartagena, this beach hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of National Aviary of Colombia and Blanca Beach. Corales del Rosario National Park and Baru Church are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Hotel Playa Manglares Isla Barú Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 35 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 35 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 35 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 35 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 35 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Wonderful and private. Free from hawkers and hustlers that you find on most beaches in the region.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

This place is just magical. I was able to meditate see nature unwind and feel like I was at home. For sure I will return back. The staff was exceptional. The food 5 stars.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10

Great service
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10

This place and service lived up to the very high bar I've seen set by other reviewers. It's hard to put the atmosphere into words, except calming & magical. It's simple and rustic, but also stylish, and every detail is thought of. The owners were gracious and helpful. Helped us arrange a taxi to the aviary and a day-trip semi-private boat to the Rosario Islands which was exceptional (do this instead of Playa Blanca). Wonderful accomodations and vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10

Beautiful place where you can definitely unplug and recharge energies. Olga and the staff were friendly, professional and extremely helpful with our requests. Delicious meals prepared with local ingredients so our experience allowed us to enjoy the Colombian cuisine to the fullest. It’s worth to highlight that the arrangement coordinated with the hotel for our transportation from and to Cartagena has been great. Jhony is an excellent driver, very knowledgeable and respectful so we felt safe going to Playa Manglares and returning to Cartagena. It’s a beautiful place, a gem that we are so happy to have chosen for our stay while visiting Colombia. Tour to nearby islands and other activities are also facilitated if you ask for recommendations as Olga has been very welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10

L'hôtel est bien entretenu, convivial, petit et calme. Tout est propre, le personnel et la propriétaire sont très gentils et vous aiderons avec plaisir. La nourriture est excellente. La seule raison pour ne pas mettre un cinq étoile est la plage. Nous savions qu'elle était rocailleuse et que l'eau était trouble mais nous ne savions pas qu'elle était pleine de moules coupantes sur plusieurs mètres. Vous devez vous éloigner dans la partie très profonde pour pouvoir pour nager, ce qui n'est pas agréable. Ma fille s'est coupée dès la première baignade. Je tiens a préciser que Olga, la propriétaire a bien pris soin de la blessure. Il est essentiel que vous ayez des souliers de plage, du chasse moustiques et des bouchons si vous êtes sensible au bruit des ventilateurs et parfois des coqs. Les douches froides et l'absence de climatisation ne nous ont pas dérangés. Endroit parfait pour déconnecté.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10

Un posto bellissimo, gestito con amore da parte dei proprietari super gentili. La struttura é creato con grande attenzione alla natura, non c’è l‘aria condizionata, si dorme come le finestre aperte, la doccia é privata, ma all‘aperto. Una sistemazione molto particolare - a noi - nonostante siano soliti a scegliere strutture diverse - é piaciuto tanto. Unico neo, in questo periodo il mare non é caraibico e poco invitante. Inoltre c’è stato una festa nella villa accanto e non siamo riusciti a chiudere occhio fino alla 04.00 di mattina causa musica da discoteca a volume altissimo. Ma questo mi auguro non sia tutte le sere e la proprietaria non solo si é scusata - non avendo poi neanche delle responsabilità di quanto accade accanto - ci ha anche offerta la cena che del resto come la colazione era ottimo. Lo consigli? Si, per coloro a cui piace un posto eco, diverso dal solito e che sappia che tra maggio e ottobre il mare non é caraibico. Così almeno si ha la chiarezza di cosa si prenota per non aspettarsi una spiaggia caraibica.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

8/10

This property is fabulous. It is in a close location to Playa Blanca in Baru, it is very quiet, safe and beautiful. The beach is not white sand, but you can definitely go in and swim. This property is surrounded by trees and it is right by the ocean. You can see and hear the beach while you have breakfast/lunch dinner. The staff is fabulous and the food is great. Bring mosquito repellant as there are mosquitoes at night, though the beds have mosquito netting too. The only draw back is that it has no Air conditioning in the rooms. They do have fans though. As a Canadian we melted, but we throughly loved the place. I would recommend and stay in this place again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10

Genuine, remote, wonderfull. Rooms have space and very cosy. I loved that place.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021

10/10

Es un lugar hermoso para disfrutar en pareja, ideal para desconectarse y descansar. La comida es muy rica, el desayuno típico es delicioso! Quedamos muy agradecidos de la atención de Olga, muy preocupada por todo siempre. Una acotación lleven repelente porque en la noche hay muchos insectos.
Los guardines del hotel son un encanto!!
Baños al aire libre, totalmente preciosos!
Entrada hotel
Desayuno típico insuperable!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021

10/10

Fue un viaje increíble! Playa Manglares superó nuestras expectativas. Es un lugar lindísimo con detalles íntimos y elegidos para hacerle a uno sentirse en casa. Las habitaciones son amplias y cómodas. No tener televisor, pero sí Wifi fue liberador. La playa privada entre manglares con sus hamacas hermosísima cuando uno busca - como nosotros - estar lejos de las multitudes. El agua no es cristalina, pero invita a nadar y jugar y es apto para toda la familia. Las excursiones son fáciles e interesantes y tiene una excelente ub para visitar sitios turísticos y “volver a casa” por la tarde. El servicio personal, cariñoso y con una hospitalidad inmejorable. Pero para nosotros lo mejor fue el relacionamiento amistoso con Olga y Marcelo, sus perros y gatos. Encontramos una casa fuera de casa en un lugar mágico y amigos. Fue increíble! Gracias por todo!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2021

10/10

Absolutely a magical place to rest and connect with nature, highly recommended this wonderful hotel and the personalized attention of the owner Olga. We love this place !!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021

6/10

The property is pleasant, situated next to the bayaide of Baru. As a result the beach can be a bit smelly from the waste water from the local village. Also on the weekends expect to hear loud music from the village, even though it is 3 kms away. Also there is no A/C in thebrooms or hot showers. The price is really too high for what you get - no pool etc. The local beach, Playa Blanca is extremely dangerous and I would not recommend under any circumstances that you go there. We were basically kidnapped and held hostage until we were taken to the village and forced to pay a large sum on our credit card in order to be freed up. If you dare to venture outside of the property expect to be constantly hassled by people, they will stand in the middle of the road and try to stop your car - ignore them and run them over if you have to. They want to rob you. WATCH OUT. I would not recommend visiting Baru, spend a little more and go to either Tierra Bomba (Blue Apple) or any of the lovwly lodges in the beautiful Rosarios Islands. Baru is not worth it at all!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021

10/10

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020

10/10

Absolutely wonderful stay at Playa Manglares. The location and accomodation are beautiful and staff is exceptionally kind. Perfect place to wind down and relax. Food is really good as well
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020

10/10

Rustic yet glamorous. Open air rustic hotel room. Beautiful grounds, great food and excellent service.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020

10/10

I loved my stay at the Hotel Playa Manglares. It's a truly unique place in a beautiful secluded location right on the beach. Olga and the staff went above and beyond to make me feel welcomed and helped me book activities during my visit. This is one of the best hotels I've ever stayed at. I would recommend it to anyone looking for a relaxing beach vacation.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019