Facing the beachfront, Sofitel Barú Calablanca offers 5-star accommodations in Cartagena de Indias and has a garden, private beach area and terrace. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, room service and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi. The hotel features an outdoor swimming pool, fitness center, evening entertainment and a kids' club. At the hotel all rooms have air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. Each room is equipped with a coffee machine, while selected rooms will provide you with a balcony and others also have sea views. All guest rooms will provide guests with a desk and an electric tea pot. Breakfast is available, and includes buffet, continental and American options. Sofitel Barú Calablanca offers a hammam. You can play table tennis at the accommodation, and the area is popular for canoeing and cycling. The property has an on-site sauna, hairdresser's and business center. Rafael Núñez International Airport is 22 miles away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

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Sofitel
Hotel chain/brand
Sofitel

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, American, Buffet

Private parking at the hotel


Availability

Select dates to see this property's availability and prices

Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 king bed
1 king bed
1 king bed
2 twin beds
2 king beds
1 king bed
1 king bed
1 king bed
2 full beds
2 full beds
1 king bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.5
Facilities
9.6
Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.7
Value for money
8.5
Location
8.9
Free Wifi
9.3
High score for Cartagena de Indias

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Gaurav
    United States United States
    Great breakfast spread, comfy and clean rooms. Beautiful beach with good water activities!
  • Christine
    United States United States
    Wonderful We ate outside Didn’t do the buffet Too much food in the morning
  • Aaron
    United States United States
    Great product! As per advertised and expected. Very modern and well maintained. The staff here are top-notch! Highly recommended if you are looking for tranquility and downtime
  • Cristian
    Chile Chile
    This hotel is simply amazing. Everything works, the staff is great, everyone greets you with a smile, and the venue and location are 10/10. Our room was large enough, with a super-king bed. We were traveling with our kids (4 and 2 years old),...
  • Stella
    United States United States
    Gorgeous peaceful resorts with beautiful grounds and amazing modern decor.Large rooms facing the ocean, comfortable beds, amazing breakfast and all other food in all restaurants, friendly and welcoming staff.
  • Carolina
    Colombia Colombia
    Calablanca is the perfect place to take some time off. The property has everything to ensure a pleasant stay. The amenities are spot on, and the beach and restaurant are simple yet charming.
  • Diego
    United States United States
    Excellent everything 👏 the only thing is that they should trim down the trees 🌳 so we can be able to see from our room the beautiful ocean and beach view.
  • Enrique
    Peru Peru
    Breakfast was amazing, staff also amazing, amazing facilities
  • Karen
    Ecuador Ecuador
    Todo excelente, servicio, comida, amenities 100 % recomendable
  • Denisen
    United States United States
    The breakfast buffet, the amount pools and chairs, how secluded the property is. They arranged our transportation from our hotel in Getsemani and then back to the airport. They take high care of the property as well as maintained the beach. The...

Hotel area info

Restaurants
3 Restaurants On Site

  • Calablanca Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      Caribbean • Pizza • Local • International
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly • Modern
  • Humo Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      Chinese • Japanese • Peruvian • Thai • Asian
    • Open for
      Dinner
    • Ambience
      Modern • Romantic
  • Bahía Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      Seafood • Steakhouse • Local • International • Grill/BBQ
    • Open for
      Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly • Traditional • Modern

Amenities of Sofitel Barú Calablanca
Great facilities! Review score, 9.6

Most popular amenities

  • 5 swimming pools
  • Free Wifi
  • Beachfront
  • Private Parking
  • Family rooms
  • 3 restaurants
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
  • Private beach area

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock

View

  • Sea view
  • View

Outdoors

  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Sun deck
  • Private beach area
  • BBQ facilities
    Additional charge
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Coffee machine
  • Electric kettle

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed

Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.

Activities

  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Aerobics
  • Live sports events (broadcast)
  • Live music/Performance
  • Cooking class
    Additional charge
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Happy hour
    Additional charge
  • Themed dinners
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Movie nights
    Additional charge
  • Temporary art galleries
  • Beach
  • Tennis equipment
  • Evening entertainment
  • Kids' club
  • Water sports facilities on site
    Additional charge
  • Entertainment staff
  • Snorkeling
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Diving
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
  • Canoeing
  • Ping-pong
  • Playground
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site

Living Area

  • Sitting area
  • Desk

Media & Technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels

Food & Drink

  • Fruit
    Additional charge
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kids' meals
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Internet
Wifi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Private parking is available on site (reservation is needed) and charges may apply.

    Front Desk Services

    • Invoice provided
    • Lockers
    • Private check-in/out
    • Concierge
    • ATM on site
    • Baggage storage
    • Tour desk
    • Currency exchange
    • Express check-in/out
    • 24-hour front desk

    Entertainment & Family Services

    • Baby safety gates
    • Outdoor play equipment for kids
    • Indoor play area
    • Board games/Puzzles
    • Babysitting/Child services
      Additional charge

    Cleaning Services

    • Daily housekeeping
    • Ironing service
      Additional charge
    • Laundry
      Additional charge

    Business Facilities

    • Fax/Photocopying
      Additional charge
    • Business center
    • Meeting/Banquet facilities
      Additional charge

    Safety & security

    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Smoke alarms
    • Security alarm
    • Key card access
    • Key access
    • 24-hour security
    • Safe

    General

    • Carbon monoxide detector
    • Grocery deliveries
      Additional charge
    • Convenience store on site
    • Hypoallergenic
    • Designated smoking area
    • Air conditioning
    • Smoke-free property
    • Wake-up service
    • Tile/Marble floor
    • Car rental
    • Packed lunches
    • Soundproof rooms
    • Elevator
    • Fan
    • Family rooms
    • Hair/Beauty salon
    • Ironing facilities
    • Facilities for disabled guests
    • Suit press
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Iron
    • Wake-up service/Alarm clock
    • Room service

    Accessibility

    • Lowered sink
    • Toilet with grab rails
    • Wheelchair accessible

    5 swimming pools

    Pool 1 – outdoorFree!

    • Open all year
    • All ages welcome
    • Infinity pool
    • Pool/Beach towels

    Pool 2 – outdoor (kids)Free!

    • Open all year
    • Suitable for kids
    • Infinity pool
    • Pool with view
    • Swimming pool toys
    • Pool/Beach towels

    Pool 3 – outdoorFree!

    • Open all year
    • All ages welcome
    • Infinity pool
    • Pool with view
    • Pool/Beach towels
    • Beach chairs/Loungers

    Pool 4 – outdoorFree!

    • Open all year
    • Adults only
    • Pool with view
    • Pool/Beach towels
    • Pool bar
    • Beach chairs/Loungers
    • Beach umbrellas

    Pool 5 – outdoorFree!

    • Open all year
    • All ages welcome
    • Infinity pool
    • Pool with view
    • Pool/Beach towels
    • Pool bar
    • Beach chairs/Loungers
    • Beach umbrellas

    Spa

    • Kids' pool
    • Locker rooms
    • Personal trainer
    • Fitness classes
    • Yoga classes
    • Fitness
    • Massage chair
    • Full-body massage
    • Hand massage
    • Head massage
    • Couples' massage
    • Foot massage
    • Neck massage
    • Back massage
    • Spa/Wellness packages
    • Spa lounge/Relaxation area
    • Steam room
    • Spa facilities
    • Beach umbrellas
    • Beach chairs/Loungers
    • Turkish/Steam Bath
    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
      Additional charge
    • Massage
      Additional charge
    • Spa
      Additional charge
    • Fitness center
    • Sauna

    Languages Spoken

    • English
    • Spanish

    House rules
    Sofitel Barú Calablanca takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 3:00 PM
    Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
    You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
    Check-out
    Until 12:00 PM
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    Children 12 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    0 - 3 years
    Crib upon request
    Free

    The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

    There are no extra beds available at this property.

    All cribs are subject to availability.

    No age restriction
    There's no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
    Groups
    When booking more than 7 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
    Accepted payment methods
    American ExpressVisaMastercardCash

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    Please inform Sofitel Barú Calablanca 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.

    License number: RNT 105813 - 31/03/2023

    FAQs about Sofitel Barú Calablanca

    • Check-in at Sofitel Barú Calablanca is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.

    • Sofitel Barú Calablanca is 12.4 miles from the center of Cartagena de Indias. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Guests staying at Sofitel Barú Calablanca can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.0).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Continental
      • Vegetarian
      • Vegan
      • Gluten-free
      • American
      • Buffet
    • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

    • Sofitel Barú Calablanca offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Spa
      • Fitness center
      • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
      • Sauna
      • Massage
      • Turkish/Steam Bath
      • Cycling
      • Playground
      • Snorkeling
      • Ping-pong
      • Diving
      • Fishing
      • Canoeing
      • Beachfront
      • Evening entertainment
      • Kids' club
      • Neck massage
      • Happy hour
      • Spa facilities
      • Bike tours
      • Massage chair
      • Live sports events (broadcast)
      • Tennis equipment
      • Personal trainer
      • Hand massage
      • Bicycle rental
      • Spa/Wellness packages
      • Movie nights
      • Fitness classes
      • Cooking class
      • Private beach area
      • Locker rooms
      • Couples' massage
      • Beach
      • Back massage
      • Themed dinners
      • Fitness
      • Aerobics
      • Steam room
      • Temporary art galleries
      • Full-body massage
      • Swimming pool
      • Spa lounge/Relaxation area
      • Walking tours
      • Entertainment staff
      • Tour or class about local culture
      • Foot massage
      • Water sports facilities on site
      • Yoga classes
      • Live music/Performance
      • Head massage
    • Sofitel Barú Calablanca has 3 restaurants:

      • Bahía Restaurant
      • Humo Restaurant
      • Calablanca Restaurant
    • Room options at Sofitel Barú Calablanca include:

      • Double
      • Suite
    • The prices at Sofitel Barú Calablanca may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Yes, there's a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Sofitel Barú Calablanca on this page.