Sofitel Barú Cartagena  

On Barú Island, just off Cartagena's coast. This beach hotel is about 6 km from Cartagena city center, roughly 8.1 mi from the National Aviary of Colombia and about 35–36 km from San Felipe de Barajas Castle, the convention center and the historic Clock Tower. Family-friendly and beachfront.

Rooms are individually decorated and include private balconies, memory-foam beds with Egyptian cotton sheets, minibars and espresso makers. Rooms also feature 50-cm LED TVs and designer toiletries. The property mixes relaxed coastal vibes with contemporary comforts.

Five outdoor pools, a full-service spa offering massages, body treatments and facials, a 24-hour health club and an outdoor tennis court. Diving club, sauna and steam room. Complimentary beach shuttle, picnic and barbecue areas, plus concierge and 24-hour front desk services. Free self-parking and optional roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge). Babysitting available for a fee.

A 24-hour business center and four meeting rooms support conferences and presentations. Onsite meeting and presentation facilities plus complimentary Wi-Fi and full concierge services.

Four on-site restaurants including Restaurante Calablanca, plus four bars/lounges, three beach bars and two poolside bars. Buffet breakfast is served daily (fee applies) and 24-hour room service is available.