Is Sofitel Barú Cartagena really a five-star hotel?

Yes. Its own classification data carries five stars; that rating, not a style label, is what puts a property in this collection.

Sofitel Barú Cartagena

★★★★★ KM 7 Sector Portonao Departamento Bolivar Baru, Cartagena de Indias, CO

9.2 guest rating· 1293 reviews

The five stars

Sofitel Barú Cartagena holds a five-star rating in its official classification, the requirement for every property in the Hotels of Earth collection.

The service side of those stars shows in its listing: Fitness facilities, Fitness center, Swimming pool, Room service and Terrace.

Guests score it 9.2/10 across 1293 reviews.

About this hotel

Luxurious 5-Star Beachfront Retreat

Garden Oasis : Relax in the lush garden or unwind on the terrace overlooking the stunning beachfront.

Family-Friendly Fun : Enjoy a range of activities from the outdoor pool and fitness center to the kids' club and children's playground.

Wellness and Leisure : Indulge in the sauna and hammam, stay active with canoeing and cycling, or simply relax at the private beach area.

Experience the ultimate blend of luxury and relaxation at Sofitel Barú Calablanca. Book now for an unforgettable stay!

Rooms & rates

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Baru Twin Suite

Sleeps 3 · 67 m² · 2× Double bed

Desk
Air conditioning
Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
Bathrobe
Private bathroom

Guests will have a special experience as this suite features a hot tub. Featuring 1 bedroom, this spacious suite offers 1 bathroom with a bath, a seating area and terrace where you can relax. The air-conditioned suite offers a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a tea and coffee maker, a dining area, a wardrobe as well as sea views. The unit has 2 beds.

Signature King Room - Beach Front

Sleeps 3 · 39 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

Desk
Air conditioning
Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
Bathrobe
Private bathroom

The spacious triple room offers air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, a terrace with sea views as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower. The unit offers 1 bed.

Prestige Coral King Suite

Sleeps 3 · 78 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

The unit has 1 bed.

Presidential Suite

Sleeps 3 · 161 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

Desk
Air conditioning
Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
Bathrobe
Private bathroom

Guests will have a special experience as this suite provides a hot tub. This spacious suite is consisted of of 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 2 bathrooms with a bath and free toiletries. Featuring a terrace with sea views, this suite also offers air conditioning and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. The unit offers 1 bed.

Serenity Ocean King Suite with Hot Tub

Sleeps 3 · 68 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

The unit has 1 bed.

Emerald Ocean King Suite with Hot Tub

Sleeps 3 · 84 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

Desk
Air conditioning
Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
Bathrobe
Private bathroom

The hot tub is a top feature of this suite. This spacious suite comes with 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 2 bathrooms with a bath and free toiletries. Boasting a terrace with sea views, this suite also features air conditioning and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. The unit has 1 bed.

Junior Twin Suite - Beach Front

Sleeps 3 · 59 m² · 2× Double bed

Desk
Air conditioning
Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
Bathrobe
Private bathroom

This suite features a hot tub. This spacious suite consists of 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 2 bathrooms with a bath and free toiletries. Featuring a terrace with sea views, this suite also provides air conditioning and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. The unit offers 2 beds.

Two-Bedroom Caribbean Family Penthouse with One King Bed, Two Twin Beds and Ocean View

Sleeps 6 · 118 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

Desk
Air conditioning
Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
Bathrobe
Private bathroom

This suite's special feature is the hot tub. This spacious suite consists of 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 2 bathrooms with a bath and free toiletries. Featuring a terrace with sea views, this suite also provides air conditioning and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. The unit offers 1 bed.

Luxury Spa Twin Room with Tropical Garden View

Sleeps 3 · 40 m² · 2× Twin bed

The unit offers 2 beds.

Deluxe King Room

Sleeps 2 · 39 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

Desk
Air conditioning
Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
Bathrobe
Private bathroom

The spacious double room offers air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, a terrace with sea views as well as a private bathroom featuring a bath. The unit offers 1 bed.

Amenities

Free WiFi
Infinity pool
Kids' pool
Outdoor pool
Pool bar
Pool with view
Swimming pool
Swimming pool toys
Fitness/spa locker rooms
Spa/wellness center
Sauna
Fitness classes
Fitness facilities
Free Parking

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Breakfast in the room
Breakfast takeaway containers
Restaurant
Bar
Screens / Barriers between staff and guests for safety
Snack bar
Air conditioning
Pets allowed
Pet bowls
Beach
Beachfront
Sun loungers or beach chairs
24-hour front desk
Tour desk
Business center
Room service
24-hour security
Non-smoking rooms
Non-smoking throughout
Family rooms
Access to health care professionals
Aerobics
Baby safety gates
Babysitting/child services
BBQ facilities
Bike tours
Board games/puzzles
Broadcast Live sport events
Canoeing
Car hire
Cashless payment available
CCTV in common areas
Children's playground
Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
Concierge service
Contactless check-in/check-out
Cooking class
Currency exchange
Cycling
Daily housekeeping
Delivered food - securely covered
Designated smoking area
Diving
Entertainment staff
Express check-in/check-out
Face masks for guests available
Facilities for disabled guests
Fax/photocopying
Fire extinguishers
First aid kit available
Fishing
Food delivered to guest room
Fruits
Grocery deliveries
Guest room sealed after cleaning
Guest rooms disinfected between stays
Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
Hammam
Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
Happy hour
Hot tub/Jacuzzi
Indoor play area
Invoice provided
Ironing service
Key access
Key card access
Kid meals
Kid-friendly buffet
Kids' club
Kids' outdoor play equipment
Laundry
Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
Lift / Elevator
Live music/performance
Lockers
Lower bathroom sink
Luggage storage
Massage services
Meeting/banquet facilities
Minimarket on site
Movie nights
Outdoor fireplace
Outdoor furniture
Packed lunches
Personal trainer
Physical distancing in dining areas
Physical distancing rules followed
Picnic area
Private check-in/check-out
Process in place to check health of guests
Property cleaned by professional cleaning companies
Public Bath
Safety deposit box
Sanitized tableware & silverware
Security alarm
Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
Smoke alarms
Snorkelling
Soundproof rooms
Special diet menus - on request
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
Steam room
Sun terrace
Sun umbrellas
Table tennis
Temporary art galleries
Tennis equipment
Terrace
Themed dinner nights
Thermometers for guests provided by property
Toilet with grab rails
Tour/class on local culture
Walking tours
Water sport facilities on site
Wheelchair accessible
Wine/champagne
Yoga classes

Location

KM 7 Sector Portonao Departamento Bolivar Baru, Cartagena de Indias, CO

Check-in: from 03:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Check-out: until 12:00 PM

What guests say9.21293 reviews

+ amable personal+ excelente limpieza+ actividades disponibles− alto costo de alimentos− falta de información sobre precios

Cleanliness9.3

Service9.8

Location9.3

Room Quality9.3

Amenities9.3

Value for Money8.3

Guest review
10.0
La atención, todos muy amables. La comida excelente Nos encanto
constanza · CL · 2026-07-25

Guest review
6.0
Las instalaciones en general son excepcionales, la atención de todo el personal Espectacular un lugar muy recomendado para ir con niños
− Las habitaciones huelen demasiado a humedad .
katherine · CO · 2026-07-19

Guest review
4.0
Nichts. Einem 5 Sterne Resort unwürdig. Standart in Europa eher 3*
− Kein Englisch sprechendes Personal , Abgrenzung des Badestrände für nicht Schwimmer. Ab 18 00 Uhr kein Aufenthalt im Meer erlaubt- unverschämt ! Wartezeit für Ausländer bei der Zimmerübergabe.3 Std.!!, kein Restaurant am Strand! Nur bis 18.00 geöffnet.
WHW GRAZ · AT · 2026-07-18

Descanso y buena atención
10.0
Limpieza, ubicación, instalación, servicio
− Es muy difícil contactarse con el alojamiento
Natalia · CO · 2026-07-16

Hotels of Earth · questions

Is Sofitel Barú Cartagena really a five-star hotel?: Yes. Its own classification data carries five stars; that rating, not a style label, is what puts a property in this collection.

Good to know

Please inform 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.

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.

A deposit may be required at the property.

›Parking

Private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed) and charges may be applicable.

›Groups

When booking more than 7 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

›Children and extra bed policy

Children of any age are allowed.

Children up to and including 3 years old stay for free when using an available cot.

Children up to and including 11 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.

You haven't added any extra beds.

Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

›Internet

WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

›Pets

Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

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