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A clear blue pool with white lounge chairs, a thatched-roof structure, and a view of the sea.

A stone pathway flanked by lush greenery and a building with a white exterior and dark doors.

A coastal resort with a beach, palm trees, and a pool.

A beachside patio with chairs, umbrellas, and a small tented area overlooking the sea.

1. Hotel Isla Real

3 km from Playa Blanca

"If you're visiting from far away like the United States or on a special trip, I'd recommend staying at the Blue Apple Beach Club instead. You don't want to cheap on the little stuff on a vacation. The room was advertisied as having Wifi, and it did not have Wifi or cell signal. Youll have to walk by the pool area to make calls. Also the bathroom has black mold around the sink, and the shower water temperature doesn't get warm or hot. Those basic comforts make a big difference on a vacation, so I...

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AED 466

AED 466 total

10 Oct - 11 Oct

A wooden building with a thatched roof, a balcony, and a hammock.

A spacious room with a large bed, two wicker chairs, a small white cabinet, and a thatched roof.

A beach with a thatched-roof hut, palm trees, and a sandy shore.

A wooden structure with a thatched roof, surrounded by palm trees and potted plants.

2. Castillete Hotel & Beach Club

3 km from Playa Blanca

"The good- the staff was friendly and welcoming. The location is top notch, with amazing views and plenty of comfortable beach loungers. We snorkeled at the beach and there was coral and fish very close by. We had fun during the day at the beach lounging, walking, swimming, and reading. The bad- upon arrival, they told us we needed to pay “the other half” of what we owed. We had already paid in full on hotels.com, though apparently this was a mistake, that was supposed to only be half the price....

Elizabeth

AED 663

AED 773 total

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A beachside table with a pineapple and a drink, and a wooden crate with a book titled "Fool's Gold".

A beachside building with a thatched roof, a small balcony, and a series of blue lounge chairs under a large umbrella.

A beachside seating area with colorful triangular flags, chairs, and a flag with the Colombian flag design.

A sunset over the ocean with a boat and people in the water.

3. Pura Vida la casa del Cholo

< 0.1 km from Playa Blanca

Christian

AED 193

AED 193 total

10 Oct - 11 Oct

A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and a bar, overlooking a cityscape.

A hotel room with a large window, a bed with white linens, a wooden nightstand, and a woven pendant light fixture.

A modern building with a 'Collection' sign at the entrance, featuring a glass facade and a well-lit entrance area.

A rooftop lounge with sun loungers, seating, and potted plants.

4. OZ Hotel Collection

11.9 km from Playa Blanca

Bryce

AED 389

AED 389 total

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A beachside patio with wooden tables and blue umbrellas, a pool, and a view of the sea.

A modern room with a large window, a flat-screen TV, a small table with chairs, and a bathtub.

A bathroom with a bathtub, two black shower heads, a floral arrangement, and a bed with a patterned cover.

A beachside patio with lounge chairs and umbrellas, overlooking the sea.

5. Hotel Caribbean Cartagena

11.7 km from Playa Blanca

Miguel

AED 242

AED 242 total

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A modern bar area with a long counter, seating along the wall, and a large window offering a view of the city.

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a city skyline in the background, and a view of the city.

A modern hotel entrance with a wooden slatted roof, a geometric patterned walkway, and tropical plants.

A hotel corridor with a view of a tall building and a beach.

6. Hotel OZ Grand

11.9 km from Playa Blanca

Ronald

AED 252

AED 252 total

12 Oct - 13 Oct

An outdoor patio area with wicker furniture, a central dining table, and potted plants.

A modern outdoor pool area with a hot tub, seating, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A spacious indoor dining area with wicker furniture and potted plants.

A hotel room with a large bed, wooden headboard, and a wall with nautical-themed artwork.

7. Pop Art Hotel CLC Puerto Mamonal Cartagena

11.6 km from Playa Blanca

Calvin

AED 288

AED 288 total

10 Oct - 11 Oct

A buffet setup with various food items in clear containers, set against a wooden wall with hanging lights.

A modern hotel lobby with a wooden reception desk, hanging planters with greenery, and a stone wall with lanterns.

A hotel room with two beds, a large window with a city view, and a small wooden side table.

A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, a view of the city skyline, and a wooden pergola.

8. OZ Hotel Luxury

12 km from Playa Blanca

Jaren

AED 261

AED 261 total

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A pathway surrounded by lush greenery and a thatched-roof structure.

A garden pathway leading to a thatched-roof structure with blue chairs and a table.

A hand pouring a drink into a glass, with a pool and a thatched roof structure in the background.

A wooden structure with thatched roofs and a stone wall.

9. AMALIFE Beach Club & Hotel

6.7 km from Playa Blanca

Martha

AED 143

AED 143 total

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A hotel with a large swimming pool, lounge chairs, and a modern building with a curved facade.

A multi-story hotel with a pool area, surrounded by palm trees and beachfront views.

A cityscape with multiple high-rise buildings under a clear blue sky.

10. Hilton Cartagena

11.4 km from Playa Blanca

Stephanie

AED 718

AED 718 total

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A room with a thatched roof, a bed with white bedding, and a view of palm trees through large windows.

A thatched-roof house with a balcony, surrounded by palm trees and tropical vegetation.

A beach with thatched umbrellas and lounge chairs, a stone pathway, and a city skyline in the background.

A thatched-roof structure with a wooden balcony, surrounded by palm trees.

11. Éteka Slow Beach Hotel

6.7 km from Playa Blanca

Brent

AED 627

AED 627 total

17 Oct - 18 Oct

A modern bedroom with a tufted headboard, a large bed, a bedside table, a mirror, and a built-in shelf unit.

A balcony with two black wicker chairs, a small glass table, and potted plants.

A modern living room with a sofa, dining table, chairs, and a coffee table.

A modern living room with a sofa, armchairs, a glass coffee table, and a dining area with chairs and a table.

12. Miami Hotel Cartagena

11.9 km from Playa Blanca

Terrell

AED 220

AED 220 total

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A wooden structure with a hammock and potted plants, overlooking a beach with clear blue water.

A bedroom with a wooden headboard, a bed with white bedding, a hanging light fixture, and a window with a view of trees.

A bedroom with a bed, a fan, a hanging light fixture, a window with curtains, and a view of the outdoors.

A wooden deck with a thatched roof, leading to a beach with chairs and a view of the sea.

13. Thani Ecobeach Barú

7.1 km from Playa Blanca

Ellen

AED 371

AED 371 total

10 Oct - 11 Oct

A beach with wooden lounge chairs, a thatched roof, and a view of a city skyline across the water.

A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a bench, a sofa, and a window with curtains.

A spacious lobby with a bamboo ceiling, a reception desk, and a seating area with a sofa and chairs.

14. Hotel Fenix Beach Cartagena

9.1 km from Playa Blanca

Austin Todd

AED 483

AED 496 total

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A modern hotel room with two beds, a wardrobe, and a small kitchenette.

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a blue cushioned bench, and a crucifix on the wall.

A plate with scrambled eggs and a side of diced vegetables.

A reception area with a wooden desk labeled "ayenda HOTELES," a yellow sofa, and a window with blinds.

15. Hotel Puerto Vigia Inn

12.2 km from Playa Blanca

"No me imaginaba que el hotel estaba así, desde la fotografía parecía diferente, bien mantenido y no fue así, llegamos y casi dañamo el carro para entrar por un hierro en el piso, parecía una cabaña para llevar mujeres a prostituirse. Lo que parecía ser el dueño quería tratar de convencernos a no anular la reserva porque si no había que tener otro gasto para hacerlo a parte de no recibir el reembolso había que poner una penal para anular, y tratando de convencernos a quedarnos allá decía que la...

Serena

AED 82

AED 82 total

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A beachside lounge area with thatched umbrellas, sun loungers, and a wooden table with a pineapple and fruit.

A poolside setting with a hat, sunglasses, and a drink on a wooden table.

A modern room with a wooden cabinet, a coffee maker, starfish decorations, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a TV, a wardrobe, and a shower area.

16. Marazao Beach Hotel & Wellness

8.9 km from Playa Blanca

Tommi

AED 327

AED 327 total

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern building with a sign reading 'ALCAR ROOMS' and a palm tree.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside lamps, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.

A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a large window, and a mural of palm trees and a bird.

A modern bedroom with a bed, bedside lamps, a wardrobe, and an air conditioning unit.

17. Alcaré Rooms Cartagena

12.1 km from Playa Blanca

Martha

AED 163

AED 163 total

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A courtyard with a paved walkway, palm trees, and a building with multiple balconies.

A bathroom with a sink, mirror, and tiled walls.

A swimming pool surrounded by a courtyard with palm trees and a multi-story building.

Two single beds with wooden headboards, a nightstand, a wall-mounted lamp, and an air conditioning unit.

18. Hotel La Via

12.1 km from Playa Blanca

JOHN

AED 179

AED 179 total

10 Oct - 11 Oct

A beach scene with a sunset, people walking along the shore, and a boat in the distance.

A tray with a plate of fried items, two glasses of shrimp soup, and a green condiment container.

A room with a bed, a fan, and a view of the sea through a window.

A bedroom with a bed, a wooden floor, a window, and a door.

19. Roma beach

7.1 km from Playa Blanca

AED 156

AED 156 total

10 Oct - 11 Oct

A modern hotel with a pool, outdoor seating, and a well-lit entrance.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a view of the ocean through large windows.

An aerial view of a beach resort with a swimming pool, beach chairs, and umbrellas.

A modern hotel with multiple buildings, a swimming pool, and lush landscaping.

20. Sofitel Barú Cartagena

4.7 km from Playa Blanca

Jaime

AED 1,190

AED 1,190 total

12 Oct - 13 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Playa Blanca

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hotel Isla Real	7.4 Good 20 reviews	View
Castillete Hotel & Beach Club	8.4 Very good 5 reviews	View
Pura Vida la casa del Cholo	2.0 2 reviews	View
OZ Hotel Collection	9.6 Exceptional 811 reviews	View
Hotel Caribbean Cartagena	8.6 Excellent 354 reviews	View

Hotels recommended for families near Playa Blanca

A wooden-framed lounge area with a view of the beach and ocean.

A wooden structure with a slanted roof, a bed with a floral-patterned cover, and a view of the ocean at sunset.

A room with a bed under a canopy, a hammock, a sofa with cushions, a coffee table, and a patterned rug.

A thatched-roof structure with a pool and outdoor seating.

Blue Apple Beach

Cartagena

AED 734

AED 825 total

9 Nov - 10 Nov

Sofitel Barú Cartagena

Cartagena

AED 1,190

AED 1,190 total

12 Oct - 13 Oct

Hotel Fenix Beach Cartagena

Cartagena

AED 483

AED 496 total

9 Nov - 10 Nov

OZ Hotel Collection

Bocagrande

AED 389

AED 389 total

28 Oct - 29 Oct

Hilton Cartagena

El Laguito

AED 718

AED 718 total

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A modern lounge area with a sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and a potted plant.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with a view of greenery.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception area, dining tables, and chairs.

A water feature with a blue basin and a waterfall, surrounded by dense green foliage.

Hotel Oceania Cartagena

El Laguito

AED 224

AED 224 total

12 Oct - 13 Oct

An aerial view of a resort with a large swimming pool, palm trees, and a beach.

A tall hotel with multiple balconies, a well-lit entrance, and a landscaped garden area.

A beach with a city skyline in the background.

A spacious living room with a large balcony, white furniture, and a view of the city and ocean.

Hotel Dann Cartagena

El Laguito

AED 525

AED 525 total

12 Oct - 13 Oct

Hotel OZ Grand

Bocagrande

AED 252

AED 252 total

12 Oct - 13 Oct

Top Playa Blanca Hotel Reviews

Sofitel Barú Cartagena

10/10 Excellent

"Clean property, SPA 10/10, it’s an hour and a half away from the airport by car and the travel is sketchy just set up transportation with the resort and you’re set. Would definitely go back!"

Decameron Baru - All inclusive

10/10 Excellent

"The property it’s very good"

Blue Apple Beach

10/10 Excellent

"Couldn’t have imagined a better place to hang and decompress. We loved everything, especially how friendly and on-it the staff were."

Rocha Beach Club

10/10 Excellent

"⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ An Incredible Stay at Hotel Rocha – Isla Barú, Cartagena 🇨🇴 Our stay at Hotel Rocha in Isla Barú was absolutely wonderful! From the moment we arrived, we felt welcomed, comfortable, and truly taken care of. The staff was incredibly kind, attentive, and friendly, and they went above and beyond to make sure we had everything we needed. The location is beautiful and peaceful, surrounded by the natural beauty of Barú. It was the perfect place to disconnect, relax, and enjoy the Caribbean atmosphere. The rooms were comfortable, clean, and well-maintained, and the entire property had a welcoming and relaxing feel. What really stood out to us was the hospitality. Everyone we interacted with was genuinely helpful and made us feel like family rather than just guests. That kind of service makes such a difference! If you are looking for a place to stay in Isla Barú, I highly recommend Hotel Rocha. It is a wonderful place to relax, enjoy the beautiful surroundings, and experience the warmth of Colombian hospitality. Thank you, Hotel Rocha, for such a memorable stay! We will definitely be back. 🇨🇴❤️🌴☀️ ★★★★★"

Castillete Hotel & Beach Club

10/10 Excellent

"Bien"

Thani Ecobeach Barú

10/10 Excellent

"This hotel is great. It's worth the price you pay for it. It met my expectations and goes beyond. The staff is very helpful and nice: Rafa, Leo, Fernanda, Fabiola, etc. The rooms are small but go with the echo friendly concept of the hotel. The delicious breakfast is included and in general, the kitchen or restaurant has a variety of dishes. The only dark spot is a nearby hooter making noise around 4:30 a.m. that could disrupts your rest and causes stress. After complaining to the management the noise got reduced from 10 to 7. I will defenetely stay there in the future."

Tiny Village Cartagena Boutique Resort

10/10 Excellent

"If you want a rustic experience, very Colombian style away from high end resort, stay here. We loved our stay- the rooms have portable ac units, expect not to experience luxury island style- the place is very nice designed but no special amenities. The pool is small and nice- because it’s small it doesn’t stay super clean until night time but it’s ok. The food was good. We enjoyed our stay."

Makani Luxury Cartagena

10/10 Excellent

"Great exotic place."

Other attractions near Playa Blanca

A boat on turquoise water with a beach and colorful buildings in the background.

Blanca Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Blanca Beach during your trip to Cartagena?

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A dense forest with numerous flamingos standing in shallow water.

National Aviary of Colombia

9.6/10 (4 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to National Aviary of Colombia during your stay in Cartagena.

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San Fernando Fort

9.0/10 (433 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Cartagena with a visit to San Fernando Fort. Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area, or seek out the local tours.

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Neo-Gothic Church Ruins

7.4/10 (3 reviews)

Find out about the history of Cartagena when you take a trip to Neo-Gothic Church Ruins. Stroll along the seaside or seek out the local tours.

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Playa de Punta Arena

8.6/10 (274 reviews)

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Playa de Punta Arena might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Cartagena.

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Cotecmar

Explore the waterfront in Cartagena with a trip to Cotecmar.

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Castillo Grande Beach

8.6/10 (264 reviews)

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Castillo Grande Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Cartagena.

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El Laguito Beach

10.0/10 (2 reviews)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at El Laguito Beach during your trip to Cartagena? Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Playa Blanca?

Playa Blanca is located in Cartagena. Travelers like the surrounding area for its beaches and island views. You'll find 122 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

Where is the best place to stay near Playa Blanca?

Sofitel Barú Cartagena is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers 5 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. It's located 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Playa Blanca. Other good choices within 5 miles include Castillete Hotel & Beach Club and Hotel Isla Real.

How many hotels should I expect to find close to Playa Blanca?

Expedia has 122 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Playa Blanca.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Playa Blanca, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review top deals close to Playa Blanca.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Playa Blanca?

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Our top choices for Playa Blanca hotels

1. Hotel Isla Real

2. Castillete Hotel & Beach Club

3. Pura Vida la casa del Cholo

4. OZ Hotel Collection

5. Hotel Caribbean Cartagena

6. Hotel OZ Grand

7. Pop Art Hotel CLC Puerto Mamonal Cartagena

8. OZ Hotel Luxury

9. AMALIFE Beach Club & Hotel

10. Hilton Cartagena

11. Éteka Slow Beach Hotel

12. Miami Hotel Cartagena

13. Thani Ecobeach Barú

14. Hotel Fenix Beach Cartagena

15. Hotel Puerto Vigia Inn

16. Marazao Beach Hotel & Wellness

17. Alcaré Rooms Cartagena

18. Hotel La Via

19. Roma beach

20. Sofitel Barú Cartagena

Compare popular hotels close to Playa Blanca

Hotels recommended for families near Playa Blanca

Blue Apple Beach

Sofitel Barú Cartagena

Hotel Fenix Beach Cartagena

OZ Hotel Collection

Hilton Cartagena

Hotel Oceania Cartagena

Hotel Dann Cartagena

Hotel OZ Grand

Top Playa Blanca Hotel Reviews

Sofitel Barú Cartagena

Decameron Baru - All inclusive

Blue Apple Beach

Rocha Beach Club

Castillete Hotel & Beach Club

Thani Ecobeach Barú

Tiny Village Cartagena Boutique Resort

Makani Luxury Cartagena

Other attractions near Playa Blanca

Blanca Beach

National Aviary of Colombia

San Fernando Fort

Neo-Gothic Church Ruins

Playa de Punta Arena

Cotecmar

Castillo Grande Beach

El Laguito Beach

Frequently asked questions