Sofitel Baru Cartagena Beach Resort

Embracing a minimalist look and crafted from glass, stone, and native wood, the hotel’s design focuses on texture rather than color. Accommodations mimic this style and include a soft color palette and woven materials. Every room boasts a private balcony or terrace for viewing the nearby sea. Bathrooms are minimalist and soothing. Select rooms feature free-standing tubs.

The resort offers a creative twist on local flavors. Calablanca serves traditional Colombian, Mediterranean and international fare, with a focus on ancestral cooking techniques and farm to table produce. Humo Restaurant is a robata (charcoal) grill, with a rotating menu that is influenced from Japan, China, Thai, and Peru. Overlooking the sea is Bahía Restaurant, specializing in grilled dishes and cocktails. Don’t miss the food truck on the beach.

Soak up the sun at the beach, where private cabanas are available, or at one of the resort’s five pools. The 24-hour fitness center is packed with state-of-the-art equipment as well as a yoga area. Personal training sessions are also available. Head to the spa for a pampering facial or massage, using organic products.

The resort offers an extensive list of activities, including cinema under the stars, Hobie Cat excursions, and a mixologist class. Coffee tastings and tours to see bioluminescence plankton are also available.