Hotel Playa Scondida Barú

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Scored 8.9
Rated fabulous

About this property

Hotel Playa Scondida Barú is a rustic, intimate, and cozy accommodation on Barú Island, very close to Cholón Bay—ideal for travelers seeking tranquility, comfort, and an authentic experience. Located in a safe and strategic area, Playa Scondida Barú combines local charm, warm design, and personalized attention. It offers bungalows with thatched roofs, an outdoor swimming pool, a small private beach, free private parking, and a private dock with views of the Caribbean, where guests can relax and enjoy the sun loungers. Each room is equipped with air conditioning, Wi-Fi, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels, a wardrobe, and simple furniture made from local materials; every detail is designed to ensure a good rest. The hotel’s restaurant serves complimentary breakfast and offers typical cuisine from Barú Island, prepared with fresh local ingredients. Guests can dine in the hotel gardens or request in-room dining. Hotel Playa Scondida Barú also provides assistance with transportation and activity bookings. Free kayak service. Perfect for couples, small families, and travelers who enjoy nature. Please note that children must be 8 years old or older. Please note that credit card payments are processed through a contactless payment system. Kindly contact the property 48 hours prior to your arrival for assistance in coordinating the transfer to the hotel. Guests should be aware that during weekends there may be music in the surrounding area, as some boats dock in the Cholón area. The hotel offers direct ground transportation to the accommodation.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Beachfront
  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Free parking
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar
  • Private beach area

Property highlights

  • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.6)

  • Great Food: Meals here are highly recommended

Breakfast info

Continental, Vegetarian, Gluten-free, American

Free parking available at the hotel

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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 single beds
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1 double bed
2 single beds
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1 large double bed
1 large double bed
2 single beds
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1 double bed
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1 double bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Anne
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“It’s really an oasis no to relax and enjoy the wonderful scenery from. A really beautifully built hotel in the form of bungalows very tastefully made and furnished and with beautiful gardens. Fernando takes great care and pride and was extremely...”
Larry
Colombia Colombia
“The best experience! Mr. Sergio and Ms. Lucrecia made our stay truly unforgettable, and I will definitely be coming back to this wonderful hotel. The food was outstanding, the environment was breathtaking, and the facilities were excellent. I...”
Simon
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Our stay was made exceptional by Lucrecia, Sergio & Paola. They treat you like family and ensure everything is perfect for you, no ask is to much trouble for any of them. They don’t stop working throughout the day.”
Maya
Austria Austria
“I am writing this review from Playa Blanca Baru. One can'' t comprare. In Playa Scondida it was so quiet, so family-like... of course if one likes solitude. The couple who takes care of you- are very nice people, ready to fulfill every wish of...”
Gary
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“We loved our stay at Playa Scondida, right from the warm welcome we received from Sergio, Lucretia, Rosa Maria & Paula to when we left feeling part of the family. The food was delicious & we were so well looked after by Lucretia & Sergio. We...”
Tc
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“We had an amazing stay at this property - the staff are so lovely and extremely helpful and accommodating. It feels like an exclusive experience because it's secluded and not over-packed with guests. The food we had here was the best during our...”
Maria
Spain Spain
“The place is a luxury of calm and nature. Lucrecia and Sergio are a treasure and what makes the place so special. I have not found another place where they take care of you so good!!!. They feel like family. We had the place almost to ourselves...”
Kerry
Australia Australia
“The hotel was in a beautiful garden setting and very private. Lucretia and Sergio were so lovely and really looked after us and our host Fernando was very helpful. We loved our stay at Playa Scondida!”
Annunziato
Australia Australia
“The hotel is nice, Caribbean style rooms, nice little pool,a small pier where you can sunbathe and a little piece of beach. The hotel is incredible peaceful as it only accommodate a small number of guests and therefore the attention of the staff...”
Vandenplas
Belgium Belgium
“An amazing place with amazing people that helped me with everything and made our stay beautiful. Thanx a lot! Recommended”

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
Restaurante #1
  • Cuisine
    Caribbean
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly • Traditional
  • Dietary options
    Vegan • Gluten-free

House rules

Hotel Playa Scondida Barú takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 13:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children older than 8 years are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note children must be 12 years old or older.

Please note that credit card payments are done through a non-contact payment system.

Please contact the property 48 hours before arrival to coordinate boat transfer.

Please do not make any boat transfer reservations before contacting the property.

Guests should be aware that during the weekend they might expect music in the surroundings as some boats park in the Cholon area.

The hotel offers direct ground transportation to the accommodation.

Please inform Hotel Playa Scondida Barú in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

License number: 180201