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SABAI

3.5 star property
3.5-star beachfront hotel with 2 pool bars

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SABAI

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Grand Suite, Ocean View, Beachfront | Minibar, in-room safe, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi
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Overview of SABAI

Reviews
8.8

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • PoolPoolPool
  • On private beach
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
  • BarBarBar

Explore the neighborhood

Map
Barú Playa, Cartagena, 130017
  • Popular LocationBendita Beach4 min walk
  • Popular LocationBaru Church11 min walk
  • Popular LocationCorales del Rosario National Park3 min drive
  • AirportCartagena (CTG-Rafael Núñez Intl.)99 min drive

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Grand Suite, Ocean View, Beachfront | Minibar, in-room safe, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Grand Suite, Ocean View, Beachfront

  • 592 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Exterior
Las Islas
On private beach
Pool
Breakfast included
Spa
4.7 out of 5, Exceptional, (259)
The price is $459
per night
$459 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 30 - May 1
Las Islas

About the neighborhood

Cartagena

On the beach.You'll find Bendita Beach and Baru Church within a 15-minute walk of this Cartagena hotel. Corales del Rosario National Park is within 6 miles (10 km) and National Aviary of Colombia is within 9 miles (15 km).

What's nearby

  • Bendita Beach - 4 min walk
  • Baru Church - 11 min walk
  • Corales del Rosario National Park - 3 min drive
  • National Aviary of Colombia - 27 min drive
  • Blanca Beach - 74 min drive

Getting around

  • Rafael Nunez Intl. Airport (CTG) - 99 min drive

Restaurants

  • Sol Y Papaya
  • Pa’ue Beach Lounge
  • Hotel Isla Del Pirata
  • Restaurante Sabor
  • Restaurante Matamba - 7 min drive

About this property

SABAI

3.5-star beachfront hotel with 2 pool bars
Simply walk outside to feel the sun on your face at the white sand beach. Hit the beach and work on your tan in the sun loungers (chaise longues) or relax in the shade with free beach club on site and umbrellas.

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 2 poolside bars, a beach bar, and a bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. This beach hotel also offers an outdoor pool, a garden, and a terrace.

  • 9 guestrooms or units
  • 2 buildings
  • 2 bars by the pool
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar on the beach
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
SABAI offers 9 accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. This Cartagena hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 7:30 AM to 1:30 PM at scheduled times and on request

Food and drink

  • 2 poolside bars
  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Beach volleyball
  • Free beach club
  • Outdoor pool
  • Winery release events

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Crib (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer on request
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Laptop-compatible safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Guests must transfer via boat and shuttle to the property; guests must contact the property at least 72 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: COP 30000 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 18 lbs per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for COP 50000.0 per stay.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Residents must pay VAT (19%) at the property. Travelers on a tourist visa are generally not required to pay VAT. VAT exemption eligibility will be assessed at the property and travelers may need to present their passport and tourist visa. The VAT may be charged where the room is shared by a taxable and non-taxable guest.

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

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: COP 500000 per vehicle (roundtrip, maximum occupancy 2)
  • Pet fee: COP 30000 per pet, per night
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: COP 50000.0 per stay

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit or credit 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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. No onsite parking is available. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • There is no hot water on site.
  • 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.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Baru Playa Eco Beach Resort Cartagena
Baru Playa Eco Beach Cartagena
SABAI Hotel
SABAI Cartagena
SABAI Hotel Cartagena
Barú Playa Eco Beach Resort

Frequently asked questions

How close is SABAI to the airport?

SABAI is 33.3 mi (99-min drive) away from the Rafael Nunez Intl. Airport (CTG) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at SABAI?

As of Apr 16, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at SABAI on Apr 27, 2024 start from $300.9, 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.

Does SABAI have an airport shuttle?

SABAI offers an airport shuttle from 7:30 AM to 1:30 PM, at scheduled times, for a charge of COP 500000. per vehicle, roundtrip.

How close is SABAI to the beach?

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

Does SABAI offer free breakfast?

SABAI does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at SABAI?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at SABAI?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM.

Is there free parking at SABAI?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does SABAI have a pool?

SABAI features an outdoor pool.

Does SABAI have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does SABAI have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is SABAI to downtown Cartagena?

SABAI is 22.4 mi away from Cartagena.

SABAI Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 65 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 65 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 65 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 65 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 65 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Martha

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

marcela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
What a gem 💎
What a gem of a place. I feel super fortunate to have found this beautiful, relaxing, peaceful spot right in the Caribbean…….the perfect getaway from the business of Cartagena. The staff is welcoming and friendly, always available to accommodate. I was solo on this trip and loved it; there were also many families and couples enjoying a romantic getaway. This place if just perfect for anyone looking for tranquility and the beauty of the Caribbean.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gisela, Portland

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great customer service! The staff was very friendly and accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Esmeralda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Paraíso en Colombia
Nuestra estancia fue espectacular! Las fotos no hacen justicia a ese paraíso. El servicio 10, comida riquísima, una de las mejores experiencias en hoteles que hemos tenido. Pensamos volver en un futuro a Baru para quedarnos allí
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Philippa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My husband I visited Baru Playa Eco-Beach resort in March and simply could not have been more pleased with our choice. We read all the reviews before booking, found them to be mostly true BUT for us we LOVED LOVED LOVED it. A real piece of heaven! To reach the resort you need to take a boat, we were coming from Catagena and contacted the resort (by whatsapp NOT expedia or phone) and they arranged for pick up by taxi from our hotel. It worked really well and we were in the car for an hour until then in a small boat for 15 mins. Once we got there we did not leave! We ate all our meals there (we had paid full board but it was hard for me to understand the half board). We did read the reviews and took two big bottles of water for cleaning our teeth and some snacks just in case - which honestly I am not sure we needed. The food was exceptional for my husband. He enjoyed extremely fresh fish in some form for most meals. For me, a bit harder as I am a vegetarian, but the chef and everyone there did there best to look after me - and the food I got was very nice but I definately had to be flexible. The place was just what we needed - very quiet, peaceful and so restful. The staff were INCREDIBLY nice. There were a couple of dogs that were very, very friendly - and I fell in love with them! We read books and sat on the beach beds and took the rowing boats out. The boat ride back took us through the mangroves after tearful goodbyes to the staff who were friends now!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful Private Beach Paradise
The resort is very cozy and well maintained the beach is immaculate and the ocean is clean. The staff is very friendly and accommodating. I recommend this resort is anyone who is looking to get away to a private quite beautiful beach paradise.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Prabhakar

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not fancy but very friendly and helpful staff. Excellent food. Great place for a quiet and tranquil get away.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing Hidden Gem
This place is truly a hidden gem. If you are looking to get away from the hustle and bustle of the more crowded places and are looking for some peace and quiet this is the place. Not too many activities to do, there are kayaks, volleyball and a few other activities (for purchase) but just getting away with no itinerary and not being bothered with vendors trying to sell to you all day, this is the place. I recommend bringing bottled water and snacks to last your stay, although the food here is AMAZING and portions are decent. The water is amazing too, in the early morning it is as smooth as a piece of glass and depending on the weather out in the Gulf, you can have some decent waves. They rake the beach each morning in order to provide a clean start to the day, meaning all of the seaweed that washes ashore gets picked up. Speaking of the beach, it appeared this resort had the biggest beach in the area. I honestly probably won’t come back, just because there is so much more to see and do in Colombia, but I 100% recommend if you want time away from everything and/or spend quality time with your family or alone.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brian Sun EagleHeart, La Grande

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Calm and peaceful. Great, friendly service. Excellent meals, accommodations. Removed but not isolated. Awesome weekend getaway.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021