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Featuring a bar, The Wizard & Bar BARU offers accommodations in Playa Blanca. This beachfront property offers access to a terrace and free Wifi. The accommodation features room service, private check-in and check-out, and currency exchange for guests. For added convenience, the property can provide towels and linens for a supplement. The property offers sea views. Guests at the guest house can enjoy an à la carte breakfast, and breakfast in the room is also available. Guests are welcome to eat at the on-site restaurant, which is open for dinner, lunch, brunch, and cocktails. Sightseeing tours are available close to the property. The guest house has a picnic area where you can spend the day outdoors. Rafael Núñez International Airport is 24 miles from the property, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)


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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 full bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.3
Facilities
8.3
Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.4
Value for money
8.6
Location
9.3
Free Wifi
7.4
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Kelsey
    United States of America United States of America
    The staff were incredible and went out of their way to make sure everyone enjoyed their stay. They helped us book transportation back and forth as well as activities. The location and amenities were better than anywhere else around there and they...
  • Tanya
    Canada Canada
    Great location and little further up the beach away from the crowds. Loved the fun colors! Lots of options for shade which is really important with kids. Service was good. Bathrooms are rustic but clean.
  • Melissa
    United States of America United States of America
    The location is right on the beach. It’s a great place if you want to go and relax. The staff are amazing!!! They always go out of their way to make you feel comfortable. The mornings and evenings are really quiet, the afternoon is a little busy...
  • Ariel
    Canada Canada
    The staff were amazing, we loved the vibe! Beautiful views, helpful people, the fan in our room kept us cool enough through the night. Be prepared to be sandy. It’s like camping! But so good, so fun.
  • Angelica
    United States of America United States of America
    David!! Was a phenomenal host. An asset to your company for sure. I own and operate a couple establishments in the United States and would hire him on the spot in everyone. Be sure to appreciate your most valuable asset.
  • Ali
    Canada Canada
    BOOK THIS PLACE, you will not be disappointed! the staff, food, location was all excellent! cannot wait to go back and visit my new friends again!
  • A
    Germany Germany
    Directly at the beach, a few minutes walking from the taxi stand though. Room was clean and comfortable, but with electricity only at night. Restrooms are outside, but that's ok. Also different tours are offered
  • Sarah
    Guatemala Guatemala
    This is a great place to unplug... actually you have to! Haha. But the chill spots are really great, and staff is very sweet and helpful. The room was very basic, but comfortable. The hammocks on the deck are the best! The bathrooms were...
  • Laura
    Colombia Colombia
    Beutiful decoration, everything very colorful, bathrooms were good even tough they were shared
  • Aliza
    United States of America United States of America
    Perfect spot on Barú. The staff were sooo helpful and just good people. We especially enjoyed the rooftop chill-out zone. The bathrooms were so clean considering how everything is pretty off the grid there.

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      Caribbean • Local • Latin American
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour

Amenities of The Wizard & Bar BARU
Great facilities! Review score, 8.3

Most popular amenities
  • Free Wifi
  • Beachfront
  • Airport shuttle
  • Family rooms
  • Room service
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
  • Shared toilet
  • Toilet
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
View
  • Sea view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Sun deck
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Pets
Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
Activities
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Happy hour
    Additional charge
  • Themed dinners
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Beach
  • Evening entertainment
    Additional charge
  • Water sports facilities on site
    Additional charge
  • Nightclub/DJ
    Additional charge
  • Snorkeling
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Diving
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Hiking
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
Living Area
  • Dining area
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruit
    Additional charge
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Front Desk Services
  • Private check-in/out
  • Tour desk
  • Currency exchange
  • Express check-in/out
    Additional charge
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Grocery deliveries
    Additional charge
  • Designated smoking area
  • Mosquito net
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Packed lunches
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Room service
Spa
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Solarium
Languages Spoken
  • Spanish

House rules
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Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Check-out
From 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancelation 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 not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
Accepted payment methods
American ExpressVisaMastercardMaestroCash
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.

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

Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

License number: 58549

FAQs about The Wizard & Bar BARU

  • The Wizard & Bar BARU has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant #1
  • The Wizard & Bar BARU offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Snorkeling
    • Diving
    • Canoeing
    • Beachfront
    • Evening entertainment
    • Solarium
    • Themed dinners
    • Nightclub/DJ
    • Water sports facilities on site
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Walking tours
    • Happy hour
    • Beach
  • The Wizard & Bar BARU is 1,500 feet from the center of Playa Blanca. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at The Wizard & Bar BARU is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 1:00 PM.

  • Room options at The Wizard & Bar BARU include:

    • Double
  • Guests staying at The Wizard & Bar BARU can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 5.6).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • À la carte
  • The nearest beach is 150 feet from The Wizard & Bar BARU. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at The Wizard & Bar BARU may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.