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Thani Ecobeach Barú

Hotel in Playa Blanca

Thani Ecobeach Barú features a garden, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Playa Blanca. The property is non-smoking and is located 300 metres from Playa Blanca.

O
Oriana
From
Chile
Everything was perfect. Staff was incredible kind, they upgraded my room and served my breakfast with my fruit of choice. The location couldn´t be better as it is far from the noise and boats of Playa Blanca. I suggest to ask for rooms at the second floor. The sunset view from the terrace was amazing. I would definitely com back.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 285 reviews
Price from
US$141.25
1 night, 2 adults
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Hotel Calamari Baru

Hotel in Playa Blanca

Hotel Calamari Baru has a private beach area, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Playa Blanca. Built in 2019, the property is within a few steps of Playa Blanca.

M
Maria
From
Canada
Our stay at Hotel Calamari Baru was so relaxing! We had one of the ocean view rooms, and it was perfect to relax. We loved hearing the sound of the waves as we slept. Christian helped us with our bags when we arrived later in the evening. The food and service at the restaurant were great and made our stay enjoyable. Breakfast was also included in the stay. The reception staff helped us book our boat trip back to Cartagena which was helpful! We would definitely recommend this hotel. It was one of the better looking accomodations on the strip.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 932 reviews
Price from
US$84.55
1 night, 2 adults
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Vista Linda Cabaña

Playa Blanca

Situated in Playa Blanca, a few steps from Playa Blanca, Vista Linda Cabaña offers beachfront accommodation and various facilities, such as a bar.

D
Dominik
From
Germany
Fantastic food, great location and super nice, courteous and hard-working staff and hosts.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 235 reviews
Price from
US$36.99
1 night, 2 adults
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Solarium Beach Club

Hotel in Playa Blanca

Located in Playa Blanca and with Playa Blanca reachable within a few steps, Solarium Beach Club provides concierge services, allergy-free rooms, a terrace, free WiFi and a restaurant.

S
Sascha
From
Netherlands
We booked this hotel last minute and did not know what to expect, but our stay was relaxing and we enjoyed it a lot. The hosts were super welcoming, they helped us with everything; from small questions to arranging transport for us to the national bird park when we did not know how to get there. The location is great, it is located in the more quiet area of Baru, with good restaurants only minutes walking away. The roof terrace has great views, especially during the sunset.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 42 reviews
Price from
US$50.18
1 night, 2 adults
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Tipiland baru la casa del mono

Playa Blanca

Located within a few steps of Playa Blanca in Playa Blanca, Tipiland baru la casa del mono provides accommodation with seating area.

K
Kristina
From
Mexico
We absolutely loved this spot. It's a bit further down the beach from the playa Blanca entrance so much more quiet. Free chairs and loungers. It was incredible going to sleep hearing the wAves and waking up with the ocean only a few metreS away. We also walked to the lagoon and saw amazing bioluminescence. Mono and his wife Vanessa were wonderful hosts. We would definitely come back.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 81 reviews
Price from
US$34.35
1 night, 2 adults
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Ecohotelhector

Playa Blanca

Located in Playa Blanca, within a few steps of Playa Blanca, Ecohotelhector is an accommodation offering sea views. This beachfront property offers access to a terrace and free WiFi.

M
Marina
From
Hungary
Directly on the beach, from your terasse you can go directly to the water, choose a sea wiew room with private bathroom, you have your private free sunbeds, umbrella both on the beach and the terasse free of charge. Do not expect anything fancy it is not a hotel but a simple wooden cabana, ideal for taking a shower and sleep, you receive exactly what you pay for.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 163 reviews
Price from
US$59.45
1 night, 2 adults
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Cabaña Coral Azul

Hotel in Playa Blanca

Situated in Playa Blanca, Cabaña Coral Azul offers beachfront accommodation a few steps from Playa Blanca and features various facilities, such as a terrace, a restaurant and a bar.

M
Michelle
From
Finland
Loved this hotel. The location is perfect, away from the hustle of the area near the parking lot. You have so much peace and quiet, with direct access to the beach. The staff is super friendly and helpful. They were there to help us with anything. The owner is particular is super sweet and ready to make your stay more comfortable. The triple room with the balcony is a must. You will have the most amazing sunsets directly from your room. The breakfast is quite complete, you get to choose from a few options. The restaurant in general is one of the best places to eat at on this strip of the beach and the staff is super lovely.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 414 reviews
Price from
US$118.37
1 night, 2 adults
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SUNSET BEACH

Playa Blanca

Located in Playa Blanca, a few steps from Playa Blanca, SUNSET BEACH offers beachfront accommodation and various facilities, such as a bar.

D
David
From
France
Thank you Carlos and Rafael, top !!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 301 reviews
Price from
US$87.19
1 night, 2 adults
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The Wizard & Bar BARU

Playa Blanca

Situated in Playa Blanca in the Baru Island region, The Wizard & Bar BARU has a balcony and sea views. This beachfront property offers access to a terrace and free WiFi.

E
EB
From
United Kingdom
this place is simple stunning , first of all the hosts , Bladimir and Karol are the loveliest most friendly and wonderful, the cabana are incredible, they have smaller shared bathroom cabana but for not much more you can get the cabana with the bathroom with is HUGE and stylish , they are right on the most sunning beach , the place is lively between 11am and 4pm but absolutely quite and relaxing outside this time . the drinks are delicious , the food simple but tasty . the location couldn't be better , the activities they can. arrange for you are cheaper then most other and so cool . I did the plankton and they arranged a lancia for me from Playa blanca to isola grande for only 50000 COP . they also work with Gulialmo , the loveliest Taxi driver that waited over an hour for me to take me from the airport to the Wizard . The sunset spot is breathtaking !
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 595 reviews
Price from
US$35.67
1 night, 2 adults
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La Cabaña Glamping Geronimo

Playa Blanca

La Cabaña Glamping Geronimo features a shared lounge, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Playa Blanca. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with an outdoor pool.

F
Feña
From
Chile
good rooms, you hav e to walk a bit through the beach to arrive to Geronimo. They have all kind of services.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 400 reviews
Price from
US$105.68
1 night, 2 adults
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Thani Ecobeach Barú

Hotel in Playa Blanca

Thani Ecobeach Barú features a garden, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Playa Blanca. The property is non-smoking and is located 300 metres from Playa Blanca.

O
Oriana
From
Chile
Everything was perfect. Staff was incredible kind, they upgraded my room and served my breakfast with my fruit of choice. The location couldn´t be better as it is far from the noise and boats of Playa Blanca. I suggest to ask for rooms at the second floor. The sunset view from the terrace was amazing. I would definitely com back.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 285 reviews
Price from
US$141.25
1 night, 2 adults
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Hotel Calamari Baru

Hotel in Playa Blanca

Hotel Calamari Baru has a private beach area, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Playa Blanca. Built in 2019, the property is within a few steps of Playa Blanca.

M
Maria
From
Canada
Our stay at Hotel Calamari Baru was so relaxing! We had one of the ocean view rooms, and it was perfect to relax. We loved hearing the sound of the waves as we slept. Christian helped us with our bags when we arrived later in the evening. The food and service at the restaurant were great and made our stay enjoyable. Breakfast was also included in the stay. The reception staff helped us book our boat trip back to Cartagena which was helpful! We would definitely recommend this hotel. It was one of the better looking accomodations on the strip.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 932 reviews
Price from
US$84.55
1 night, 2 adults
Check availability

Vista Linda Cabaña

Playa Blanca

Situated in Playa Blanca, a few steps from Playa Blanca, Vista Linda Cabaña offers beachfront accommodation and various facilities, such as a bar.

D
Dominik
From
Germany
Fantastic food, great location and super nice, courteous and hard-working staff and hosts.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 235 reviews
Price from
US$36.99
1 night, 2 adults
Check availability

Solarium Beach Club

Hotel in Playa Blanca

Located in Playa Blanca and with Playa Blanca reachable within a few steps, Solarium Beach Club provides concierge services, allergy-free rooms, a terrace, free WiFi and a restaurant.

S
Sascha
From
Netherlands
We booked this hotel last minute and did not know what to expect, but our stay was relaxing and we enjoyed it a lot. The hosts were super welcoming, they helped us with everything; from small questions to arranging transport for us to the national bird park when we did not know how to get there. The location is great, it is located in the more quiet area of Baru, with good restaurants only minutes walking away. The roof terrace has great views, especially during the sunset.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 42 reviews
Price from
US$50.18
1 night, 2 adults
Check availability

Tipiland baru la casa del mono

Playa Blanca

Located within a few steps of Playa Blanca in Playa Blanca, Tipiland baru la casa del mono provides accommodation with seating area.

K
Kristina
From
Mexico
We absolutely loved this spot. It's a bit further down the beach from the playa Blanca entrance so much more quiet. Free chairs and loungers. It was incredible going to sleep hearing the wAves and waking up with the ocean only a few metreS away. We also walked to the lagoon and saw amazing bioluminescence. Mono and his wife Vanessa were wonderful hosts. We would definitely come back.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 81 reviews
Price from
US$34.35
1 night, 2 adults
Check availability

Ecohotelhector

Playa Blanca

Located in Playa Blanca, within a few steps of Playa Blanca, Ecohotelhector is an accommodation offering sea views. This beachfront property offers access to a terrace and free WiFi.

M
Marina
From
Hungary
Directly on the beach, from your terasse you can go directly to the water, choose a sea wiew room with private bathroom, you have your private free sunbeds, umbrella both on the beach and the terasse free of charge. Do not expect anything fancy it is not a hotel but a simple wooden cabana, ideal for taking a shower and sleep, you receive exactly what you pay for.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 163 reviews
Price from
US$59.45
1 night, 2 adults
Check availability

Cabaña Coral Azul

Hotel in Playa Blanca

Situated in Playa Blanca, Cabaña Coral Azul offers beachfront accommodation a few steps from Playa Blanca and features various facilities, such as a terrace, a restaurant and a bar.

M
Michelle
From
Finland
Loved this hotel. The location is perfect, away from the hustle of the area near the parking lot. You have so much peace and quiet, with direct access to the beach. The staff is super friendly and helpful. They were there to help us with anything. The owner is particular is super sweet and ready to make your stay more comfortable. The triple room with the balcony is a must. You will have the most amazing sunsets directly from your room. The breakfast is quite complete, you get to choose from a few options. The restaurant in general is one of the best places to eat at on this strip of the beach and the staff is super lovely.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 414 reviews
Price from
US$118.37
1 night, 2 adults
Check availability

SUNSET BEACH

Playa Blanca

Located in Playa Blanca, a few steps from Playa Blanca, SUNSET BEACH offers beachfront accommodation and various facilities, such as a bar.

D
David
From
France
Thank you Carlos and Rafael, top !!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 301 reviews
Price from
US$87.19
1 night, 2 adults
Check availability

The Wizard & Bar BARU

Playa Blanca

Situated in Playa Blanca in the Baru Island region, The Wizard & Bar BARU has a balcony and sea views. This beachfront property offers access to a terrace and free WiFi.

E
EB
From
United Kingdom
this place is simple stunning , first of all the hosts , Bladimir and Karol are the loveliest most friendly and wonderful, the cabana are incredible, they have smaller shared bathroom cabana but for not much more you can get the cabana with the bathroom with is HUGE and stylish , they are right on the most sunning beach , the place is lively between 11am and 4pm but absolutely quite and relaxing outside this time . the drinks are delicious , the food simple but tasty . the location couldn't be better , the activities they can. arrange for you are cheaper then most other and so cool . I did the plankton and they arranged a lancia for me from Playa blanca to isola grande for only 50000 COP . they also work with Gulialmo , the loveliest Taxi driver that waited over an hour for me to take me from the airport to the Wizard . The sunset spot is breathtaking !
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 595 reviews
Price from
US$35.67
1 night, 2 adults
Check availability

La Cabaña Glamping Geronimo

Playa Blanca

La Cabaña Glamping Geronimo features a shared lounge, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Playa Blanca. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with an outdoor pool.

F
Feña
From
Chile
good rooms, you hav e to walk a bit through the beach to arrive to Geronimo. They have all kind of services.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 400 reviews
Price from
US$105.68
1 night, 2 adults
Check availability
All pet-friendly hotels in Playa Blanca

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Offering a variety of animal-adapted amenities, these properties provide a pet-friendly stay. Services may include sitting services, specialized bedding and dog walking. Some hotels even offer quirky perks like a gourmet room service menu for pets, as well as catnip and scratch poles.

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Popular with guests booking pet-friendly hotels in Playa Blanca

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 285 reviews

Popular with guests booking pet-friendly hotels in Playa Blanca

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 56 reviews

Popular with guests booking pet-friendly hotels in Playa Blanca

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 595 reviews

Popular with guests booking pet-friendly hotels in Playa Blanca

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 42 reviews

Popular with guests booking pet-friendly hotels in Playa Blanca

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews

Popular with guests booking pet-friendly hotels in Playa Blanca

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 55 reviews

Popular with guests booking pet-friendly hotels in Playa Blanca

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 36 reviews

Popular with guests booking pet-friendly hotels in Playa Blanca

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 414 reviews

Popular with guests booking pet-friendly hotels in Playa Blanca

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 19 reviews

Popular with guests booking pet-friendly hotels in Playa Blanca

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 932 reviews

Save money on pet-friendly in Playa Blanca and nearby – budget options available

Cabañas Palos Locos

Baru
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 185 reviews

Set in Baru, Cabañas Palos Locos offers beachfront accommodation a few steps from Playa Blanca and offers various facilities, such as a terrace, a restaurant and a bar.

From US$42.27 per night

Hostal Ananda

Playa Blanca
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 1.0
Bad - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Located in Playa Blanca in the Baru Island region, Hostal Ananda features a terrace and sea views. This guest house is a few steps from Playa Blanca.

From US$63.41 per night

Raw KokoMar PosadaNativa

Baru
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 278 reviews

Raw KokoMar PosadaNativa is a recently renovated guest house in Baru, near Playa Blanca. Situated on the beachfront, this property has a bar.

From US$47.56 per night

AcapulcoBeach

Playa Blanca
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 76 reviews

Situated a few steps from Playa Blanca, AcapulcoBeach in Playa Blanca has a terrace and bar.

From US$66.05 per night

Euphoria Beach

Playa Blanca
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

Set in Playa Blanca, Euphoria Beach offers beachfront accommodation a few steps from Playa Blanca and offers various facilities, such as a restaurant and a bar.

From US$113.61 per night

NENA BEACH CLUB & HOTEL

Baru
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 980 reviews

NENA BEACH CLUB & HOTEL features an outdoor swimming pool, shared lounge, a terrace and restaurant in Baru. A few steps from Playa Blanca, the hotel provides a bar and water sports facilities.

From US$105.36 per night

Machu Picchu - Barú

Playa Blanca
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 19 reviews

Situated in Playa Blanca, a few steps from Playa Blanca, Machu Picchu - Barú features accommodation with a garden, private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. This 3-star hotel offers a bar.

From US$39.30 per night

Brisas del Mar Barú

Playa Blanca
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 36 reviews

Located in Playa Blanca, a few steps from Playa Blanca, Brisas del Mar Barú provides accommodation with a private beach area, private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

From US$53.45 per night

Great access to the city centre. Check these pet-friendly hotels in Playa Blanca and nearby

Located a few steps from Playa Blanca, 39 km from San Felipe de Barajas Castle and 39 km from Steps of La Popa Mount, CARDUMEN Arte y Cocina provides accommodation situated in Playa Blanca.

From US$31.44 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.7
Passable - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

Situated in Playa Blanca, within a few steps of Playa Blanca, Habitaciones luxury baru offers accommodation with air conditioning. The property has pool views.

From US$132.69 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews

Situated in Playa Blanca, a few steps from Playa Blanca, Rocha Beach Club features accommodation with a terrace, private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

From US$175.70 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

Boasting a private beach area, restaurant and views of sea, Tropical Beach is situated in Playa Blanca, a few steps from Playa Blanca.

From US$39.63 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 64 reviews

Situated in Playa Blanca and with Playa Blanca reachable within a few steps, Itaca Eco House features concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a private beach area, free WiFi throughout the property and...

From US$99.04 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 27 reviews

Set a few steps from Playa Blanca, HOSTAL LAMAR BARU dónde Gertrudis offers accommodation with a balcony, as well as a bar.

Oceans

Playa Blanca
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews

Located in Playa Blanca, Oceans provides a restaurant and sea views, a few steps from Playa Blanca and 37 km from San Felipe de Barajas Castle. This guest house offers accommodation with a terrace.

From US$34.58 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.4
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 77 reviews

Offering a restaurant and a private beach area, Hostal Playa Blanca is located in Cartagena de Indias. Guests enjoy on-site activities like snorkelling, kayaking, diving and fishing.

From US$31.71 per night

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews

Featuring a private beach area and garden, as well as a restaurant, Club Camping Islamar is set in Baru. This beachfront property offers access to free WiFi and free private parking.

From US$66.05 per night

Located in Cartagena de Indias in the Bolivar region, Dulce Barú provides accommodation with free private parking.

From US$118.37 per night

Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony, Brand new 4BR Villa at Calablanca is situated in Pendales. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi.

From US$1,668.28 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,043 reviews

Facing the beachfront, Sofitel Barú Cartagena offers 5-star accommodation in Cartagena de Indias and features an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre and terrace.

From US$549 per night

Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony, Incredible 4BR villa with ocean view in Calablanca is located in Pendales.

From US$1,844.75 per night

Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony, 4BR Caribbean Deluxe Villa 3C is set in Pendales. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi.

From US$1,668.28 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a patio, Cabaña Barbacoas is situated in Santa Ana. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi.

From US$61.35 per night

Cabaña Barbacoas1 is set in Santa Ana. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi.

From US$52.31 per night

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The Wizard & Bar BARU

Pet-Friendly Hotel in Playa Blanca
Avg. price/night: US$39.24
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 595 reviews
Beautiful location, David and Lisa were great!
Guest review by
Isaac
Young couple

HOSTAL LAMAR BARU dónde Gertrudis

Pet-Friendly Hotel in Playa Blanca
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 27 reviews
The location is good
Guest review by
Cecilia
Solo traveller

Hotel Calamari Baru

Pet-Friendly Hotel in Playa Blanca
Avg. price/night: US$150.60
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 932 reviews
Location in front of the beach.
Guest review by
Rafaela
Family with young children

Hotel Calamari Baru

Pet-Friendly Hotel in Playa Blanca
Avg. price/night: US$150.60
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 932 reviews
-location in Playa Blanca -sea view room -clean -efficient staff -competitive food and beverage prices
Guest review by
Kim
Young couple

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