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7.8 / 10 Guest Rating

Decameron Baru - All inclusive

Baru Kilometro 7 sector Portonaito, Pasacaballos Portonao, Cartagena, Bolivar, 130009, Cartagena, CO

Decameron Baru - All inclusive - main view

About the Property

Escape to paradise at Decameron Baru - All Inclusive, where luxury meets relaxation in beautiful Cartagena.

Indulgent Spa Experience
Pamper yourself at our exquisite spa, offering soothing massages that rejuvenate your body and soul, ensuring a blissful retreat from everyday life.

Recreational Oasis
Dive into fun with our four outdoor swimming pools and a fully-equipped health club, perfect for both leisurely relaxation and energizing workouts. Enjoy hours of entertainment in our vibrant arcade/game room.

Culinary Delights
Savor gourmet meals at our on-site dining establishments, including Buffet Portonao. Unwind with a cocktail at the bar or by the poolside, all included in your stay for a seamless dining experience.

Don’t miss your chance to make unforgettable memories — book your stay at Decameron Baru today!

Facilities & Amenities

Full-service spa
Fitness facilities
Free bicycles on site
Arcade/game room
Electric car charging station
Comprehensive recycling policy
Health club
Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Free WiFi
24-hour front desk

Important Information

Check-in & Out

Check-in
Check-out12:00 PM

Property Notes

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 visitors) 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. Children 2 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding. Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

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Guest Reviews

7.8
Very Good130 verified reviews
AI Summary

Guests highly rate the friendly staff and frequently praise the beautiful environment.

Categories

Cleanliness6.8
Service7.7
Location8.8
Room Quality8.2
Amenities8.8
Value for Money7.2
Food and Beverage6.3
Overall Experience8.7

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820miyam
Verified booking
Solo travel
Standard Room
Stayed in Feb 21, 2025

"💔"

2.0

I went to this hotel, and they mistreat animals. I can't believe how far humans can go. Besides the bad service, mistreating a small animal is just not fair. They even fired one of their employees just for giving food to a dog that was in terrible condition.

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L9688JQjulianaausUS
Verified booking
Couples
Standard Room
Stayed in Feb 20, 2025

"An unfortunate stay, first time will be the last."

2.0

Our recent three-day stay at Decameron Baru was far from enjoyable, and I deeply regret not choosing to stay in Cartagena instead. From the moment we arrived, the service was consistently poor, with the exception of one waiter named Darwin at the Asian restaurant. He was attentive and friendly, but unfortunately, he was the only positive aspect of our dining experience there. The food at the Asian restaurant was inedible—the sushi was questionable, the pad Thai was barely touched, and the rice dish with overcooked shrimp and tough rice was equally disappointing. Another family we spoke to shared our sentiments, describing the food as "horrible" and opting to leave for the buffet restaurant, which was not much better. The buffet offered repetitive meals with the same proteins and unappetizing side options for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The deserts were decent, but that was the only highlight. The service throughout the hotel was abysmal. Waiters seemed annoyed when approached, and getting a drink or any attention required persistent effort. Our experience at the snack bar was particularly frustrating—the waiter barely acknowledged us, avoided eye contact, and failed to bring requested items like lime. The food there was also subpar; the hotdog was inedible, and the hamburger was not worth the wait due to the poor service. The pool area lacked shade, making it unusable for most of the day, and the alcohol was so watered down that even after several drinks, we felt nothing. Even the timeshare representatives admitted that the hotel has significant service issues. While the beach and hotel installations were nice, the overall experience was ruined by the lack of quality food, poor service, and unprofessional staff. We spoke to a manager named Oscar, who acknowledged the issues but explained he couldn't be everywhere at once to ensure proper service. This response was unsatisfactory, and we ultimately checked out early, opting for an Uber instead of waiting for the scheduled speedboat transfer. We strongly advise against staying at Decameron Baru or any Decameron-affiliated hotels. This experience was so disappointing that we feel compelled to share it to spare others from the same frustration. Reseña en Español: Nuestra reciente estancia de tres días en Decameron Baru estuvo lejos de ser agradable, y lamento profundamente no haber elegido quedarme en Cartagena. Desde el momento en que llegamos, el servicio fue consistentemente pobre, con la excepción de un camarero llamado Darwin en el restaurante asiático. Él fue atento y amable, pero lamentablemente fue el único aspecto positivo de nuestra experiencia culinaria allí. La comida en el restaurante asiático fue incomible: el sushi era cuestionable, el pad Thai apenas lo probamos, y el plato de arroz con camarones sobrecocidos y arroz duro fue igualmente decepcionante. Otra familia con la que hablamos compartió nuestros sentimientos, describiendo la comida como "horrible" y optando por ir al restaurante buffet, que no era mucho mejor. El buffet ofrecía comidas repetitivas con las mismas proteínas y acompañamientos poco apetitosos para el desayuno, el almuerzo y la cena. Los postres eran decentes, pero ese fue el único aspecto destacable. El servicio en todo el hotel fue pésimo. Los camareros parecían molestos cuando se les abordaba, y conseguir una bebida o cualquier atención requería un esfuerzo persistente. Nuestra experiencia en el snack bar fue particularmente frustrante: el camarero apenas nos reconoció, evitó el contacto visual y no trajo los artículos solicitados, como el limón. La comida allí también fue mediocre; el hotdog era incomible, y la hamburguesa no valía la pena esperar debido al mal servicio. El área de la piscina carecía de sombra, lo que la hacía inutilizable durante la mayor parte del día, y el alcohol estaba tan aguado que incluso después de varios tragos, no sentimos nada. Incluso los representantes de tiempos compartidos admitieron que el hotel tiene problemas significativos de servicio. Aunque la playa y las instalaciones del hotel eran bonitas, la experiencia general se arruinó por la falta de calidad en la comida, el mal servicio y el personal poco profesional. Hablamos con un gerente llamado Oscar, quien reconoció los problemas pero explicó que no podía estar en todas partes al mismo tiempo para garantizar un servicio adecuado. Esta respuesta fue insatisfactoria, y finalmente nos fuimos antes de lo previsto, optando por un Uber en lugar de esperar el traslado programado en lancha. Recomendamos encarecidamente no alojarse en Decameron Baru o en cualquier hotel afiliado a Decameron. Esta experiencia fue tan decepcionante que sentimos la necesidad de compartirla para evitar que otros pasen por lo mismo.

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JuanY902
Verified booking
Family
Standard Room
Stayed in Feb 20, 2025

"Amazing Experience at Ocean Front Plus – Outstanding Service!"

10.0

I recently stayed on this resort with my wife and our 4-year-old daughter, and we had an incredible experience. We chose the 'Ocean Front Plus', and I’m highly satisfied with the overall stay and the cost-benefit ratio. The room was beautiful, featuring a spacious balcony with a nice beach view – just as the name suggests. One of the best perks of the "Plus" option was the exclusive access to the Italian restaurant for breakfast and lunch (no reservation needed), where we enjoyed delicious meals in a more private setting. I also had access to Pool #1, where premium drinks were available – 12yr-Scotch was my go-to The highlight of our trip was the exceptional attention and care we received at the Italian restaurant, especially from Ever and Carlos. My daughter has a food allergy, and they went above and beyond to ensure her meals were safe and that we felt completely at ease. Their level of service made us feel like VIP guests, and for that, we are truly grateful. This experience exceeded our expectations, and we will definitely be back!

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Verified traveler
Verified booking
Standard Room
Stayed in Jan 10, 2025

"I would never recommend this hotel to anyone. "

4.0

The front desk was the most terrible service I have seen, the personal wasn’t trained well.

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Tony
Verified booking
family
Standard Room
Stayed in Dec 9, 2024

"Good"

2.0

The service is horrendous. We requested side by side rooms and rooms were not available for two days. Offered no credit or refund for the inconvenience. Staff are not friendly and customer service is poor. Pool was shut down twice during our stay and no help at the bars. Long line ups for drinks and at times didn’t have beer or ingredients for mojitos.

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Bertfred
Verified booking
family_with_children
Standard Room
Stayed in Dec 8, 2024

"Exceptional"

10.0

Great customer service. All staff are welcoming and friendly

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JAIME
Verified booking
family
Standard Room
Stayed in Dec 6, 2024

"Exceptional"

10.0

It is very big, the environment is very natural the beach is amazing

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Cindy
Verified booking
family
Standard Room
Stayed in Sep 30, 2024

"Good"

2.0

NO WIFI!!!

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Wilson
Verified booking
family
Standard Room
Stayed in Aug 30, 2024

"Good"

6.0

The property is a maravilla but they have to improves a.lot is my first time in my own Country but in tourism they are so far ... Chek in too much time compare with others resorts people recommend Decameron resorts the property is wonderfull the rooms excellent the food very good no complain about it but the procedure with the staff has to change is not the workers cause they always try to help we think is the administration. Any way we pass and excellent time cause the place is beatifull nothing is perfect over all when you compare Colombia with resorts in Mexico Aruba even Dominic Republic those places you get there chek in take a least 15 to 30 min maximum Decameron 1 hour that means something is wrong.

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Mariemi
Verified booking
family
Standard Room
Stayed in Aug 18, 2024

"Excellent"

8.0

Beautiful resort. The road to get to it is a long dirt road and uncomfortable to navigate. Food options could be better. Resort itself is beautiful.

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