Hotel PlayaScondida Baru

Property class: 3
Cartagena beachfront hotel with outdoor pool and restaurant

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Hotel PlayaScondida Baru offers a private beach where you can enjoy the shade from a beach umbrella or relax in a sun lounger, plus you'll have access to onsite kayaking. The outdoor pool provides plenty of fun, while guests in the mood for pampering can indulge in massages and mani/pedis. Playa Scondida serves local cuisine. Other highlights include a terrace and a garden.
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free breakfast
  • Spa
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • On a private beach
  • Restaurant
  • Outdoor pool
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Room service
  • Spa services
  • Area shuttle
  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Free self parking
  • Outdoor swimming pools
The current price is $207
$207 total
Sep 28 - Sep 29

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Bungalow, Garden View

A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a hanging light fixture, and a window with blinds.

Deluxe Bungalow, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Bungalow, Sea View

A room with a thatched roof, a bed with a blue bedspread, a white sofa, and a small round table.

Deluxe Bungalow, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Bungalow, Sea View

A room with two beds, a bench, a window with bamboo blinds, and an air conditioning unit.

Bungalow, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

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Ensenada de Cholon, Cartagena, Bolivar, 130017

What's nearby

  • Rosario and San Bernando Corals Natural National Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • National Aviary of Colombia - 44 min drive - 13.7 km
  • Blanca Beach - 46 min drive - 14.8 km

Getting around

  • Rafael Nunez Intl. Airport (CTG) - 116 min drive
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • Pa’ue Beach Lounge
  • Dharma Beach Club
  • Bayside Island
  • Sol Y Papaya
  • ‪Celmira Beach Restaurant and Shack - ‬25 min drive

About this property

Hotel PlayaScondida Baru

  • Hotel PlayaScondida Baru offers a private beach where you can enjoy the shade from a beach umbrella or relax in a sun lounger, plus you'll have access to onsite kayaking. The outdoor pool provides plenty of fun, while guests in the mood for pampering can indulge in massages and mani/pedis. Playa Scondida serves local cuisine. Other highlights include a terrace and a garden.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 5 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • Children (8 years old and younger) not allowed
    • Parents must have child's birth certificate and photo ID*
    • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas

Parking

    • Free uncovered onsite self parking

Offsite

    • Area shuttle within 50.3 kilometers*

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast each morning 8:00 AM–9:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Room service

What to do

  • On a private beach
  • Kayaking
  • Motor boating
  • Table tennis
  • Access to nearby outdoor pool
  • Snorkeling nearby

Working away

  • Conference space (32 square feet)

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Wedding services
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Mosquito nets
  • An outdoor pool
  • Spa services
  • Locally sourced food is prioritized
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Uses some LED lighting
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smooth flooring in room

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Uses some LED lighting

Special features

Spa

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include massages and manicures and pedicures.

Dining

Playa Scondida - This restaurant specializes in local cuisine. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • You may be required to pay the following charge at the property: Colombia Value-Added Tax (VAT) at 19%. A VAT exemption is available to travelers who present a valid passport and tourist visa showing they are not a resident of Colombia and who pay using a foreign card or via a bank transfer from outside Colombia. This exemption applies only to tourist package bookings (accommodation plus other travel services).

Optional extras

  • Area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Children & extra beds

  • 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, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
There is no hot water on site.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

Also known as

Playa Scondida
Playa Scondida Baru Island
Playa Scondida Hotel Baru Island
Playa Scondida Hotel Cartagena
Hotel Playa Scondida Cartagena
Cartagena Playa Scondida Hotel
Playa Scondida Cartagena
Hotel Playa Scondida
Playa Scondida Hotel
Playa Scondida
Playa Scondida Baru Cartagena
Hotel Playa Scondida Baru Hotel
Hotel Playa Scondida Baru Cartagena
Hotel Playa Scondida Baru Hotel Cartagena

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel PlayaScondida Baru offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Hotel PlayaScondida Baru does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Hotel PlayaScondida Baru?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Hotel PlayaScondida Baru?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Hotel PlayaScondida Baru?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel PlayaScondida Baru?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM. Check-out time is noon. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Hotel PlayaScondida Baru and nearby?

Have fun with onsite activities like kayaking and motor boating. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a private beach and spa services. Hotel PlayaScondida Baru also has a garden and access to a nearby outdoor pool.

Are there restaurants at or near Hotel PlayaScondida Baru?

Yes, Playa Scondida offers local cuisine.

What's the area around Hotel PlayaScondida Baru like?

Hotel PlayaScondida Baru is located a short 1-minute walk from Rosario and San Bernando Corals Natural National Park.

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Hotel PlayaScondida Baru Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.0

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.8

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities

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What guests liked

  • The restaurant served delicious food with many choices for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. (4 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice and quiet place, friendly staff and great food. Loved every minute
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10/10 Exceptional

Very welcoming and attentive staff. Delicious food, ecologicaly friendly, clean rooms, beautiful views. Interesting excursions you can take from the hotel like snorkeling tourand mangrove boat tour
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10/10 Exceptional

It was a beautiful experience. The hotel clean and it was quite . The service was amazing . In Colombia is better to leave the tip directly to the employees that work to serve you .
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10/10 Exceptional

This place was amazing. Beautiful views right on the beach, clean beautiful rooms with a very nice pool, second floor lounging to view the islands and a dock for boat tours to pick you up. Food was amazing! Breakfast lunch and dinner with lots of delicious choices. Best part was the service from the staff. Kitchen was friendly and made very yummy food. Sergio and Lecrecia were very welcoming, helpful and friendly. They made the beautiful amenities even better. I recommend this place to everyone and I look forward to a return visit here.
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4/10 Fair

Pool is nice, food was pretty good. Noise from many party yachts at Cholon is annoying. Ended up with quite a few mosquito bites from our room. They’re rustic, and have some gaps in wood for insects to enter.
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10/10 Exceptional

This is a jewel for those who are looking for a unique and peaceful place were you can rest, enjoy the sound of the ocean, the birds, the colors, the nature. A different kind of tourism that is not the typical full of parties and music. They welcomed us with a drink and a smile. Along our stay Sergio, his wife and the ladies in the kitchen, all of them were very kind and amazing people. They are part of the beauty of this place. Thank you to all staff! The rooms are like in the photos, probably even better in person (we stayed at the one with the ocean view). There is a small beach, but it is enough and it makes all sense that is not more than that as it gives you this feeling of privacy. I LOVE the fact they respect the mangles and haven't being intruse or destroyed the nature. This has LOTS of value in the middle of all the other chains of hotels, that are full of truism without conscious. The food is delicious although expensive (however this is common in Cartagena). As something that can be improved, I believe that for what you pay per night, a bottle of water would be good to give to the guests. Because the hotel is in a private place, there is no access to stores, grocery shops, etc. So if you get thirsty at 10pm, you will need to buy a mini-bottle whose price is elevate, so at least a bottle of water per guest per day could be offered (without charges). This is that kind of stay that you want to repeat.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great place to get get away from crowds.
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2/10 Poor

It would’ve been great if the place actually exist! I followed the directions into an ocean. There was nothing but bricks on a dirt road with half built tarp structure buildings with no windows or roofsand three people tried to rob me. There was no access to go any further so therefore, the place does not exist. I want a refund.
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10/10 Exceptional

No dinning and/or entertainment options after 7 pm. Good for family with small children only.
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4/10 Fair

Moskitos going to eat you a life, hotel maybe a 2 star, no towels cold water
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10/10 Exceptional

Nos encantó la atención de Sergio y Lucrecia, el hotel muy agradable conectado con la naturaleza
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent établissement, service exceptionnel, personnel très agréable et accueillant, magnifique vue et chambres très confortables. Je recommande à 100%!
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10/10 Exceptional

Felicitaciones por su personal, Sergio y Lucrecia son increíbles!
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8/10 Very good

Familiar limpia excelente para vacaciones de verano
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10/10 Exceptional

El mejor hospedaje para relajarse

Fue el mejor hospedaje que tuvimos en nuestra estancia de Colombia en general y sobre todo de cartagena. La atención simplemente maravillosa, los anfitriones siempre nos hicieron sentir como en casa todo el tiempo, la comida muy rica y el lugar simplemente maravilloso, es un pequeño paraiso 👌
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10/10 Exceptional

Perfecto para plan familiar

Excelente lugar. Buena limpieza y las áreas naturales están bien cuidadas.
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice place set in jungle vibe. Great pool and friendly accomodating staff. Staff will take u to whatever beach in the vicinity u want. Beaches are nice however be warned some hawkers at some of the beaches (blue beach) can be very aggressive and distasteful. Bring money to the beaches!
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10/10 Exceptional

Muy buena atención. Muy recomendable para pasar unos días de mucha tranquilidad
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff was so accommodating and helped us arrange a tour despite the fact that we had arrived past the normal time for said tour. Fernando and Will were absolutely great and went above and beyond to make our stay more pleasant.
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10/10 Exceptional

Wendy is a gem and was very helpful. We were the only ones at the resort and had a peaceful time.
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10/10 Exceptional

Sehr persönlich und liebenswürdig

Wir waren 6 Tage dort mit verschiedenen Ausflügen. Die Besitzer und das Personal war sehr zuvorkommend und sehr hilfsbereit Es war für uns wie im Paradies Wir wurden sehr verwöhnt Ich würde sofort wieder hingehen
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8/10 Very good

Relaxing time away from it all!

We had a very relaxing time at playa Scondida. We are Canadian and spoke little Spanish, so it was difficult to communicate at times with hotel staff, but they were very accommodating and overall helpful! We enjoyed the food on-site, the hospitality, and the nature. The owners organized the ride to the ecolodge via car and helped us arrange the boat back to Cartagena. It was very helpful and helped us relax and just enjoy the surroundings.
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10/10 Exceptional

Recommended

Isla Baru is an amazing area - and the thoughtful & friendly staff here made us feel at home. It's a special place. Would highly recommend the excursions on offer to Mangroves (which is really a tour of the local area of the island in general ie more than just mangroves & rosario. On Saturdays the bar/club on the other side of the bay attracts party boats, which are loud. So when we revisit we will probably avoid saturdays. mon-sundays is idylllic. We had a wonderful time. Thanks !
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8/10 Very good

A really cute place, with plenty of hammocks and well appointed rooms. Lounging in the shade on the dock with views of the water and islands was particularly relaxing. Only slight inconvenience was the heat and humidity, which brought a lot of mosquitos. Even with strong bug spray (provided by hotel) we still got bites.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great place.

Magical little place. Rafa and the staff were very attentive and accommodating without being intrusive and the cooking was delicious and authentic. Playa azul is a hidden gem. There is some annoying beach peddling but nothing remotely like you will experience in Cartagena or the big beaches like playa Blanca or Boca grande. I would strongly urge you to avoid anything the beach peddlers offer that is not factory sealed (we got sick from a coconut drink that we later found out was made from their local "rainwater" supply. After that incident, the owner, Fernando graciously took us into the village of Baru to get some much needed antibiotics, which was above and beyond or expectations. Highly recommended!