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8/10 Good
Luis
17 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Luis
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Cristal Blue Baru
2.5 star property
Salty sea air and crystal-clear waters create the perfect backdrop for savoring fresh seafood and sipping cocktails while watching the sun sink into the horizon
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Cristal Blue Baru, where oceanfront elegance meets warm hospitality. Bask in the sun on the pristine white sand beach, enjoy farm to table cuisine at Cristal Blue Restaurante with stunning ocean views or relax at the coffee shop/cafe. A free daily manager's reception and continental breakfast are some of many perks that have left a lasting impression on previous guests.
Reviews
6.06.0 out of 10
Popular amenities
- Breakfast included
- Restaurant
- Bar
The current price is ฿3,099
฿3,099
฿3,099 total
12 May - 13 May
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About the area
Located in Cartagena, Cristal Blue Baru is in a national park and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Isla Grande Beach and Bocagrande Beach. National Aviary of Colombia and Rosario Islands Oceanarium are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like ecotours. Visit our Cartagena travel guide
Playa Blanca, Cartagena, Bolívar, 130017
What's nearby
Blanca Beach1 min walk - 0.1 km- Rosario and San Bernando Corals Natural National Park1 min walk - 0.1 km
Restaurants
- Eurasia
- Bahía
- Il formo Restaurante
- Parador Baru
- Ie Fuoco
About this property
Cristal Blue Baru
- Hotel by the ocean
- You can look forward to free continental breakfast, a free daily manager's reception and a coffee shop/cafe at Cristal Blue Baru. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location, beachfront dining and a free beach shuttle. The on-site farm to table cuisine restaurant, Cristal Blue Restaurante, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner and ocean views. In addition to a bar, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
- More conveniences in all rooms include:
- Children's books and limited housekeeping
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Property amenities
Internet
- Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
- No on-site 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
Restaurants on site
- Cafetería Cristal Blue
- Cristal Blue Bar
- Cristal Blue Restaurante
Family friendly
- Children's books
- Children's games
Conveniences
- Limited-hour front desk
Guest services
- Housekeeping (once per stay)
Outdoors
- In a national park
- On the beach
Accessibility
- No lift
Room amenities
Bathroom
- 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
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast
Payment types at the property
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
- Christmas Day (25 December) Gala Dinner per adult: COP 100000
- Christmas Day (25 December) 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 travellers who present a valid passport and tourist visa showing that they are not a resident of Colombia and who pay using a foreign card or via a bank transfer from outside Colombia. This exemption only applies to tourist package bookings (accommodation plus other travel services).
We have included 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
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
If you are travelling with a child, your property may require you to present the following documents: parents travelling into Colombia with a child under 18 may be required to present the child's birth certificate and photo ID (passport for non-Colombian citizens) at check-in. If a relative or legal guardian is travelling into Colombia with the child, that relative or legal guardian may be required to present a notarised consent of travel signed by both parents and a copy of both parents' ID. If only one parent is travelling into Colombia with the child, that parent may be required to present a notarised 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.
A fee for a mandatory New Year's Eve gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on 31 December
Frequently asked questions
Is Cristal Blue Baru pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Cristal Blue Baru?
As of 11 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cristal Blue Baru on 12 May 2026 start from ฿3,099, 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 much is parking at Cristal Blue Baru?
This property doesn't offer parking.
What time is check-in at Cristal Blue Baru?
Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: 2:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.
What time is check-out at Cristal Blue Baru?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Cristal Blue Baru located?
Located in Cartagena, this beachfront hotel is in a national park, just steps away from Blanca Beach and Rosario and San Bernando Corals Natural National Park. National Aviary of Colombia is 2.3 mi (3.8 km) away.
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Reviews
Cristal Blue Baru Reviews
6.0
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5.4
Cleanliness
7.0
Amenities
8.8
Staff & service
6.0
Property conditions & facilities
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Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 3 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 3 reviews
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Reviews
Verified
2/10 Terrible
José
25 Apr 2025
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
José
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Mira
14 Mar 2025
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.
Mira
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025