Sofitel Baru Calablanca

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel on the beach, with 5 outdoor swimming pools

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Designer toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes, slippers
Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Front of property
4 bars/lounges, 2 poolside bars, 3 beach bars, swim-up bar
4 bars/lounges, 2 poolside bars, 3 beach bars, swim-up bar

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Guests liked:

Friendly staff, property condition

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Parking included
    Parking included
  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast available
  • On private beach
    On private beach
The price is SAR 1,352
SAR 1,352 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Dec - 21 Dec

Room options

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Showing 5 of 5 rooms

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Oceanfront

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Dining table
  • 39 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 2 Twin Beds

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Dining table
LED TV
  • 39 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Dining table
  • 39 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Dining table
  • 39 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Dining table
  • 59 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
KM 7 Sector, Porto Nao, Cartagena, Bolívar, 130017

What's nearby

  • Blanca Beach - 23 min drive - 6.8 km
  • National Aviary of Colombia - 26 min drive - 13.1 km
  • Clock Tower - 63 min drive - 37.8 km
  • Cartagena de Indias Convention Center - 63 min drive - 37.7 km
  • Bocagrande Beach - 95 min drive - 39.3 km

Getting around

  • Rafael Nunez Intl. Airport (CTG) - 91 min drive

Restaurants

  • Blue Apple Beach House
  • ‪Humo - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bahía - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Pesca Del Dia Decameron Baru - ‬15 min drive
  • Makani

About this property

Sofitel Baru Calablanca

Luxury eco-certified hotel near Blanca Beach
Located close to National Aviary of Colombia, Sofitel Baru Calablanca provides 3 beach bars, 2 poolside bars, and a swim-up bar. With a private beach, beachfront dining, and free beach cabanas, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up some sun. Treat yourself to aromatherapy, a body treatment, or a body scrub at the onsite spa. At the 4 on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, kids' meals, and Asian cuisine. Enjoy onsite activities like sailing, scuba diving, and kayaking. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps, is available to all guests, along with designer stores on site and a garden.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • 5 outdoor pools and a children's pool, with sun loungers, pool umbrellas, and a lifeguard on site
  • Free valet parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • An electric car charging station, babysitting (surcharge), and a paddleboard on site
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the beach locale and helpful staff
Room features
All 187 rooms have comforts such as premium bedding and pillow menus, as well as perks like air conditioning and separate sitting areas.
More amenities include:
  • Recycling, LED light bulbs, and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Designer toiletries, children's robes, and hair dryers
  • 50-cm LED TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, balconies, and separate sitting areas

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education), a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.
Sofitel Baru Calablanca is listed in the 2022 Condé Nast Traveler Hot List.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free valet parking on site
  • Electric car charging station on site
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Airport shuttle on request

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee daily 7:00 AM–11:00 AM: COP 135000 per person
  • 4 restaurants
  • 3 beach bars, 2 poolside bars, 4 bars/lounges and 1 swim-up bar

Restaurants on site

  • Restaurante Calablanca
  • Restaurante HUMO
  • Restaurante Bahía
  • El Manglito Food Truck
  • La Pergola Roof Top

Things to do

  • 5 outdoor pools
  • Beach volleyball
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Bodyboards on site
  • Canoe available
  • Children's pool
  • Designer stores
  • Full-service spa
  • Kayaking
  • Lifeguards on site
  • Paddleboards on site
  • Playground
  • Sailing
  • Sauna
  • Scuba diving
  • Snorkeling
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • 5 outdoor pools
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Dining table
  • Free children's club
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Pool gate
  • Pool toys
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • ATM/banking services
  • Banquet hall
  • Elevator
  • Front-desk safe
  • Lockers available

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels (on request)
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning service
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Meeting rooms - 4

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Dock
  • Free beach cabanas
  • Garden
  • Lifeguards on site
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Pool sun loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Private beachfront location

Spa

  • 5 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body treatments
  • Couples treatment room(s)
  • Facials
  • Massage - deep-tissue
  • Massage - hot stone
  • Massage - on the beach
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Outdoor treatment areas
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room
  • Turkish bath/hammam

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 100% renewable energy
  • Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Beach towels
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Couples dining
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture & ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soda bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups only
  • Reusable tableware only
  • Romance packages available
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Children's robes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)

Entertainment

  • 50-cm LED TV
  • Satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dining table
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

Outdoor space

  • Balcony

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • Energy-saving switches
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED light bulbs
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Restaurant dining guide
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Slippers
  • Soundproofing
  • Turndown service
  • Water-efficient showers only

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of COP 690000 per pet, per stay
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total (up to 26 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Free cribs are available on request at the property

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

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately COP 135000 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: COP 967000 per room (one-way)
  • Pet fee: COP 690000 per pet, per stay

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
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels)

We should mention

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.
Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
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

Sofitel Baru Calablanca Hotel
Sofitel Baru Calablanca Cartagena
Sofitel Baru Calablanca Hotel Cartagena

Frequently asked questions

Does Sofitel Baru Calablanca have a pool?

Yes, this property has 5 outdoor pools and a children's pool. Pool access is from 7:00 AM–8:00 PM.

Is Sofitel Baru Calablanca pet-friendly?

Yes, Sofitel Baru Calablanca allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 26 lbs per pet. There's a fee of COP 690000 per pet, per stay.

How much is parking at Sofitel Baru Calablanca?

Valet parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Sofitel Baru Calablanca?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Sofitel Baru Calablanca?

Check-out is at noon.

Does Sofitel Baru Calablanca provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of COP 967000 per room applies.

Where is Sofitel Baru Calablanca located?

This Cartagena hotel is on the beach, 8.1 mi (13.1 km) from National Aviary of Colombia, and within 25 mi (40 km) of San Felipe de Barajas Castle and Centro Comercial La Serrezuela. Cartagena de Indias Convention Center and Clock Tower are also within 25 mi (40 km).

Sofitel Baru Calablanca Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 323 out of 408 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 46 out of 408 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 408 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 408 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 408 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kaylyn

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing service. Friendly staff. Beautiful property.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rafael

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
EXCELLENT HOTEL… a bit overpriced but staff attention made it count… Access is peculiar, as the dirt road leading to the hotel hasn’t been developed. Otherwise, a SPECTAULAR hotel with amazing views and amenities. Pools are over the top. Food was excellent!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

CLAUDIA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It’s an amazing place to have a relax vacations.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

alejandra, MIAMI

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful beach, gorgeous hotel, great service & helpful staff. Always travel by boat, since it’s a not nice ride from Cartagena and can have blocked access.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yordansy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love every in this beautiful hotel !!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

foroogh

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kiryowa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nesken

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Transportation roads around the resorts need improvement. Unpaved roads and debris disrupted traffics flows to and from the resorts.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Ashok

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is great. I wish the beach was longer to be able to walk more. The facilities are great. The food was very good in general but the wines too expensive.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joselyn Juliana

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mayra

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel 2hrs away from Cartagena. Dirt road not easy access. Nothing around the hotel just their own facilities.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Blanca

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We recently had the pleasure of staying at this hotel in September, and we couldn't be more satisfied with our experience! Location: The setting is absolutely breathtaking, perfectly situated beachfront. Staff: The staff were incredibly welcoming and attentive. They went above and beyond to ensure that our stay was comfortable and enjoyable, always greeting us with a smile and ready to assist with any request. Food: The culinary offerings were top-notch! Each meal was a delightful experience, with a wide variety of delicious options that catered to every palate. The attention to detail in presentation was very impressive. Especially at HUMO Room: Our room was immaculate, spacious, and beautifully decorated. It provided a relaxing atmosphere that made us feel right at home. Attention to Detail: I was particularly impressed with the meticulous attention to detail throughout the hotel. From the beautifully landscaped gardens to the well-maintained facilities, everything was thoughtfully curated. Cleanliness: The cleanliness standards were exceptional. Every area, from our room to the common spaces, was very clean, which truly enhanced our overall experience. We highly recommend Sofitel Barú to anyone looking for a luxurious and memorable getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catarina

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have been to many hotels this is my top one ! It’s only about 3 years old super modern fantastic views and the staff is amazing !!! My only complaint is they should have no scales in bathroom that’s the only thing that ruined my trip knowing how much weight I gained lol
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Luis, Bogota

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
El hotel es muy agradable y las opciones de comida y tragos están muy bien. Lo qu eno me gustó fue la experiencia en la playa, hay vendedores y masajistas que acosan a los huéspedes y el hotel no puede hacer nada al respecto, aunque el hotel es una propiedad privada. Me quejé en dos ocasiones pero no resuelven nada, incluso teniendo personas de seguridad en la playa. En mi caso, despertaron a una de las personas que venía conmigo para ofrecer cosas (no respetan a nadie). Por otro lado el servicio en la playa es lentísimo, se demoran hasta media hora para llevar una cerveza y el personal no está pendiente de si la gente necesita algo, le toca uno ir hasta donde ellos. En este punto si se rajan en el concepto de lujo, y el hotel es bastante caro como para no cuidar estos detalles.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shams

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Felicita

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Dallehirys

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a wonderful stay. The resort is beautiful, the staff is accommodating and very kind. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Genesis

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel property is absolutely beautiful and clean. The cons of the hotel….we were told at check-in that none of the restaurants required a reservation but one (humado). The remaining restaurants were casual and one could just walk in. However, we discovered that was not the case at bahia. The hostess explained that the restaurant was completely full, as was the waiting list. The next day I went to make a reservation with concierge and they told me the restaurant was at capacity, but would place me on a waiting list. I was told that a confirmation text would be sent via whatsapp, but sadly that never happened. Additionally, I decided to check for a reservation with the restaurant and they told me that I should be making the reservation with concierge, but they were able to give me their last reservation at 8:30! We arrived an hour earlier hoping they may be able to seat us, but the unaccommodating hostess told us it was not possible. The hostess was condescending and has no interest in helping. The service at the hotel overall is horrible. Not only does it take a while to receive your check, but they do not check on you at all. The best service we had was from Diego at Bahia, but perhaps that was only because it was late and they wanted to close. The only other great service we received was at the adult pool from Jorge and at the spa. Otherwise, all the remaining services were disappointing.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Giselle, Cape Coral

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

xavier

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024