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SABAI

3.5 star property
Escape to an oceanfront paradise where you can soak up the sun on private beaches or lounge by the pool with refreshing cocktails.

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Grand Suite, Ocean View, Beachfront

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • On private beach
  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Grand Suite, Ocean View, Beachfront

Grand Suite, Ocean View, Beachfront

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Minibar
Cable channels
Laptop-compatible safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 592 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
Barú Playa, Cartagena, 130017

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 - 29 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Pa’ue Beach Lounge
  • Fragata Island House
  • ‪Restaurante Matamba - ‬7 min drive
  • Bar La Piscina
  • Sol Y Papaya

About this property

SABAI

Hotel by the ocean
Take advantage of 2 poolside bars, a beach bar, and a terrace at SABAI. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a private beach, sun loungers, and beach volleyball. In addition to a garden and laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • An outdoor pool with sun loungers
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), a free beach club on site, and books
  • A front-desk safe, a dock, and 1 meeting room
  • Beach umbrellas, concierge services, and beach towels
Room features
All guestrooms at SABAI offer perks such as laptop-compatible safes and air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and minibars.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Cribs/infant beds and daily housekeeping

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

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
  • Books
  • Free beach club
  • Outdoor pool
  • Winery release events

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Dock
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • On a private beach
  • On the bay
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 2 buildings

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Crib (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

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 staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of COP 30000 per pet, per night
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 18 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact 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

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • You may be required to pay VAT (19%) at the property. Nonresident travelers who pay using a foreign card or bank transfer and present a valid passport and tourist visa may be exempt from value-added tax (19%) on tourist package bookings (accommodation plus other travel service).

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: COP 600000 per vehicle (roundtrip, maximum occupancy 2)
  • Pet fee: COP 30000 per pet, per night
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: COP 50000.0 per stay

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
There is no hot water on site
If you are traveling with a child your property may require you to present the following documents: Parents traveling into Colombia with a child under 18 may be required to present the child's birth certificate and photo ID (passport for non-Columbian citizens) upon check-in. If a relative or legal guardian is traveling into Colombia with the child, that relative or legal guardian may be required to present a notarized consent of travel signed by both parents and 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 who plan to travel with children should consult with a Colombian consulate office prior to travel for further guidance.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

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

Does SABAI have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at SABAI?

As of Feb 23, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at SABAI on Mar 24, 2025 start from CA $390.46, 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.

Is SABAI pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 18 lbs per pet. There's a fee of COP 30000 per pet, per night.

How much is parking at SABAI?

This hotel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at SABAI?

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

What time is check-out at SABAI?

Check-out is at noon.

Does SABAI provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs 7:30 AM–1:30 PM on request. A fee of COP 600000 per vehicle applies.

Where is SABAI located?

Located in Cartagena, this beachfront hotel is in a national park and within a 15-minute walk of Bendita Beach and Baru Church. Blanca Beach and Corales del Rosario National Park are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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SABAI Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 69 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 69 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 69 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 69 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 69 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

Duncan

Totally loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gisela

Great customer service! The staff was very friendly and accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Great views and setting with top notch building amenities. Very stylish
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

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

4/10 Poor

Paul

Disappointing
We chose SABAI to end our trip for the peace and quiet it advertises. However, on one of the days we stayed here, the hotel accepted an exceptionally large group of really loud partygoers that really ruined the experience. I talked to the manager and explained my discontent, which she understood, and offered a discount. At checkout, the discount was forgotten, and I ended up having to argue with staff who gave us 20% off of one night, which is peanuts. Very disappointing. I hope that management realizes that booking large groups at the expense of the quality of guests is unacceptable and cheap. On the bright side, staff were wonderful and the place is great. Thank you to Miri and Juan and all the other staff members that were lovely.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

2/10 Terrible

SARA

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Not recommended
Good location, however the service is lacking especially for the money they charge. I did not assume resort level service but I also expected better service. The host either caters better to day trippers or to non- solo female travelers. Either way, I felt taken advantage of. I am fortunate to have visited dozens of countries, including remote, and from the day I booked the reservation, the ball was dropped. I had to plea at times for communication and had this been a refundable fare, I would have cancelled. Even while on-site, I continued to plea, via written messages for communication. A couple of people onsite did attend to my situation but even that felt like a negotiation and that I wad being scammed. So, yes, I was taken advantage of, perhaps "scammed" - and no, I would never return or recommend this location. Plenty of others around if you do a bit of research. I am in the process of capturing my travels through Colombia in a blog where this experience will be further detailed along with photos. In the meantime, if you have questions, email me: liban0214@gmail.com
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Eine sehr ruhige und entspannte Anlage, perfekter Pool optimal für ein paar Tage zum entspannen.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martha

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Jose Luis

Todo muy bien, sólo el costo de transporte para llegar, es caro
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Morten Kolle

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

marcela

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marcos

Nos encantó la tranquilidad, que no haya vendedores constantes y la exclusividad qué hay para los huéspedes. Muy atentos todos los empleados. Con variedad y calidad gastronómica. Hermosa estadía!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Esmeralda

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

8/10 Good

Marion

Schönes Hotel am ruhigen Strand
Vor allem das Servicepersonal war großartig und hat versucht, uns alle Wünsche zu erfüllen. Der Aufenthalt kann schnell langweilig werden, weil man fast nichts machen kann außer am Strand liegen und baden. Sie haben aber schöne Hängematten und Schaukeln im Wasser.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Philippa

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

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

10/10 Excellent

bruno

Repos, repos
Vraiment un endroit pour décompresser, la cuisine en plus est délicieuse. Ne louez pas de voiture, pour 50€, un taxi vient vous chercher à l'aéroport pour vous amener au bateau, et ensuite vous débarquer au ponton de l'hotel
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

Wilman Augusto

Estadía buena..pero pudo ser mejor
Buena..faltó un poco de música y el transporte de ida se demoró en salir
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

Jorge R

el hotel tiene mejores habitaciones que las caribe
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Prabhakar

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

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Marco

Excelente
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brian Sun EagleHeart, La Grande

Calm and peaceful. Great, friendly service. Excellent meals, accommodations. Removed but not isolated. Awesome weekend getaway.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

LUCA MARIA

Calm & Relax
Linda playa. Cómodas las cabañas. Quedamos sorprendidos por la calidad del servicio. Impecable. Muy buena la cocina. Recomendamos mucho este lugar. Es una perla.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021