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Cristal Blue Baru

Property class: 3
3-star beachfront hotel with free breakfast

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A beachside lounge area with wooden loungers and umbrellas, a wooden deck, and a view of the ocean.
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A wooden deck with a hammock, two wicker chairs, a small round table with a potted plant, and a view of the ocean with boats.
A wooden room with a bed, a painting, and a view of greenery.
A modern living room with a sofa, two round wooden tables, and potted plants.

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Restaurant
  • Bar

Explore the area

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Playa Blanca, Cartagena, Bolívar, 130017
  • Place, Blanca Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Rosario and San Bernando Corals Natural National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬

Room options

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A wooden deck with a hammock, two wicker chairs, a small round table with a potted plant, and a view of the ocean with boats.

Santo Domingo

  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A bedroom with a wooden bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a view of the sea, and a balcony with a railing.

Barbuda

  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A bedroom with a wooden bed, a colorful painting above the bed, a nightstand with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Aruba

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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A bedroom with a wooden bed, two bedside lamps, a colorful rug, and a view of greenery through a sliding door.

Bahamas

  • Partial sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, and wall art.

Antillas

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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A wooden room with a bed, a painting, and a view of greenery.

Family Quadruple Room, Non Smoking

  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 2 Twin Beds

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A bedroom with a wooden headboard, a bed with blue and white bedding, a bedside table with a lamp, and a window with a view of greenery.

Standard Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Cartagena

On the beach.Within a 5-minute walk of this Cartagena hotel, you'll find Blanca Beach and Rosario and San Bernando Corals Natural National Park. National Aviary of Colombia is 2.2 mi (3.5 km) away.

What's nearby

  • Blanca Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Rosario and San Bernando Corals Natural National Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 km

Restaurants

  • Bahía
  • Eurasia
  • La Pérgola
  • Restaurante Pesca Del Dia Decameron Baru
  • Humo

About this property

Cristal Blue Baru

3-star beachfront hotel with free breakfast
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free nightly manager's reception. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Cristal Blue Baru also features spa services and a television in a common area.

This 3-star Cartagena hotel is smoke free.

  • 9 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Wedding services available
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Cristal Blue Baru offers 9 accommodations. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include massages.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Children's books
  • Children's games

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • Free beach shuttle

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from noon - 7:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children stay free when using existing bedding. Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Christmas Day (December 25) Gala Dinner per adult: COP 100000
  • Christmas Day (December 25) Gala Dinner per child: COP 50000 (from 2 to 10 years old)
  • 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).

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Visitors traveling with a child may be required by the property to present the following documents: At check-in, parents traveling into Colombia with a child under 18 may be obligated to present the child's birth certificate and photo ID (passport for non-Columbian citizens). If a relative or legal guardian is traveling into Colombia with the child, that relative or legal guardian may be obligated to present a notarized consent of travel signed by both parents, along with 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 planning to travel with children should consult a Colombian consulate office in advance of travel for additional guidance.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • For stays on December 31, the total price shown includes a charge for a mandatory New Year's Eve gala dinner.
  • Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast.

Property is also known as

Cristal Blue Baru Hotel
Cristal Blue Baru Cartagena
Cristal Blue Baru Hotel Cartagena

Frequently asked questions

Does Cristal Blue Baru have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Cristal Blue Baru.

How much does it cost to stay at Cristal Blue Baru?

As of Nov 15, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cristal Blue Baru on Dec 5, 2026 start from CA $132, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How close is Cristal Blue Baru to the beach?

This hotel is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Cristal Blue Baru offer free breakfast?

Cristal Blue Baru offers free continental breakfast every day from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Cristal Blue Baru?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Cristal Blue Baru?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 2:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Cristal Blue Baru?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Cristal Blue Baru have a pool?

Cristal Blue Baru does not have a pool.

Does Cristal Blue Baru have a restaurant?

Cristal Blue Baru is home to Cristal Blue Restaurante, which features farm to table cuisine, ocean views, and a beachfront location.

Does Cristal Blue Baru have a spa?

This hotel doesn't have a spa, but it does offer massages.

How close is Cristal Blue Baru to downtown Cartagena?

Cristal Blue Baru is 14 mi away from Cartagena.

Cristal Blue Baru Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 4 reviews

5.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay … just have be careful with the sales Person
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Nos entoxicamos con.la comida de este hotel no se que paso pero mi novia y yo duramos todo un dia encerrados en la habitación con diarrea y vomito. Ademas el hotel esta tan retirado que llegar alli duen verdadero desafio y demaciado costoso asi que no lo recomiendo
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Fint ophold. Desværre løb der vand ned fra luftet (overboens vand fra bruseren). De kunne ikke fixe problemet, men tilbød os at gøre andet værelse. Den ene receptionist var ikke særlig smilende eller imødekommende efter problemet med vandet.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026