Located in Baru, 70 metres from Cholon Bay, Aura Hotel Barú provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a private beach area and a shared lounge. With a restaurant, the 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The accommodation offers room service, a concierge service and organising tours for guests. At the hotel, every room comes with a wardrobe. At Aura Hotel Barú each room is equipped with bed linen and towels. A buffet breakfast is available daily at the accommodation. Aura Hotel Barú offers a sun terrace. You can play table tennis at the hotel. Agua Azul Beach is 1.6 km from Aura Hotel Barú. Rafael Núñez International Airport is 46 km away, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.2)

Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast info

Buffet

Free private parking available at the hotel


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
or
1 single bed
and
1 large double bed
2 single beds
and
1 large double bed
1 single bed
and
1 double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.3
Facilities
8.9
Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.2
Value for money
8.2
Location
8.2
Free WiFi
8.5
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Ernesto
    Spain Spain
    The staff were very helpful every time, Lorri always taking care of us.
  • Andrew
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    This is a beautiful property which is well managed and has a great engaging staff. The beach is attractive and is excellent to swim from. You can also Kayak and there are other activities available.
  • Géraldine
    Switzerland Switzerland
    The staff was great, especially Tayson and the nice lady at the reception, thanks a lot!

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Restaurante #1
    • Cuisine
      Seafood • Local • Latin American
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional • Modern • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Kosher • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Facilities of Aura Hotel Barú
Great facilities! Review score, 8.9

Most popular facilities
  • Beachfront
  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Bar
  • Private beach area
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Additional toilet
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Sun terrace
  • Private beach area
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Activities
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Beach
  • Snorkelling
    Additional charge
  • Table tennis
Food & Drink
  • Fruits
    Additional charge
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    • Private check-in/check-out
    • Concierge service
    • Luggage storage
    • Tour desk
    Entertainment and family services
    • Board games/puzzles
    • Books, DVDs, or music for children
    • Board games/puzzles
    Cleaning services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Smoke alarms
    • Security alarm
    • Key access
    • 24-hour security
    • Safety deposit box
    General
    • Shuttle service
      Additional charge
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Designated smoking area
    • Air conditioning
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Wake-up service
    • Tile/marble floor
    • Private entrance
    • Family rooms
    • Airport shuttle
      Additional charge
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Iron
    • Room service
    Accessibility
    • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
    Wellness
    • Spa/wellness packages
    • Spa lounge/relaxation area
    • Sun umbrellas
    • Sun loungers or beach chairs
    • Public Bath
    • Massage
      Additional charge
    • Spa and wellness centre
      Additional charge
    Languages spoken
    • English
    • Spanish

    Property practices

    This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

    House rules
    Aura Hotel Barú takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 15:00
    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
    Check-out
    From 11:30 to 12:00
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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

    Cot and extra bed policies

    9+ years
    Extra bed upon request
    COP 170,000 per person, per night

    Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

    All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

    No age restriction
    There is no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
    Accepted payment methods
    American ExpressVisaMastercardMaestroCash

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Boats leave at 8:00 and return to Cartagena at 15:30, depending on the weather. The boat transfer service is not included, it can be purchased for an additional fee, contact the hotel for coordination.

    Guests arriving by vehicle should use an all-terrain vehicle since the road is bumpy and deteriorated. The property reserves the right to transport pregnant women on board. The hotel transfer fee is not included in the rate. 1. The access to the Hotel has uncovered sections which in the rainy season can deteriorate a little, therefore special care must be taken with low vehicles, however all our vehicles are SUV type. 2. On the way to the hotel, if you come in your car, local vendors who offer services to go to Playa Blanca may approach and follow you, keep in mind that these people, not having training to deal with tourism, can generate an image of siege, not There is no reason to worry if they approach your vehicle, they just want to offer their services. 3. The Cholón cove which is in front of our hotel has become a very visited place by people from different parts of the world, sometimes the noise of the music can be heard in the hotel, it happens occasionally but we want be up to date 4. To learn about our transfer alternatives, please contact us.

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

    Please inform Aura Hotel Barú in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

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

    In the event of an early departure, the property will charge you the full amount for your stay.

    Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

    In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

    In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

    License number: 13053

    FAQs about Aura Hotel Barú

    • Aura Hotel Barú is 1.6 miles from the centre of Baru. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The prices at Aura Hotel Barú may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Aura Hotel Barú has 1 restaurant:

      • Restaurante #1

    • Room options at Aura Hotel Barú include:

      • Double
      • Bungalow
      • Triple

    • Yes, Aura Hotel Barú is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • The nearest beach is just 650 yards from Aura Hotel Barú. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Guests staying at Aura Hotel Barú can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 6.5).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Buffet

    • Aura Hotel Barú offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Spa and wellness centre
      • Massage
      • Snorkelling
      • Table tennis
      • Beachfront
      • Public Bath
      • Spa/wellness packages
      • Tour or class about local culture
      • Private beach area
      • Beach
      • Spa lounge/relaxation area

    • Check-in at Aura Hotel Barú is from 15:00, and check-out is until 12:00.