Aura Hotel Barú

The staff is very friendly and courteous. I was pleasantly surprised by the cocktail offerings. Our room was overall pretty comfortable, though it was a bit loud due to the lack of real windows and some ongoing construction projects. The beach was nicer than I expected based on previous reviews. Yes, the mangroves affect the beach a bit, but if you want a pristine beach situation you'll have to go elsewhere in the Caribbean and pay for it. I thought the swimming area was perfectly enjoyable. PLUS the pool is open now! They were still closing it for maintenance pretty often--probably working out some kinks in getting it running--but it is beautiful.

It is small but has everything needed for a beach vacation from loungers to kayaks to excursions. The staff was super friendly and helpful.

Our stay at Aura Hotel Baru was fantastic! The staff were incredibly friendly and welcoming, starting with a complimentary drink upon arrival, which was a lovely surprise. The landscape was just as beautiful as we imagined, perfect for our getaway. We made great use of the kayaks and SUP boards, and my husband and son enjoyed fishing right off the boat dock. Lorde (hope I’m spelling her name correctly) organized everything for us, including an unforgettable snorkeling trip for our family. The rooms, especially the supreme bungalow where we stayed, were spacious, clean, and very comfortable. The restaurant has a wonderful ambiance, offering a relaxing dining experience without any rush. The food was both delicious and satisfying. Overall, we had a wonderful time and would definitely stay here again!

The property is great ! What we liked the most are the staff, the pool and the restaurant. Special thanks to the women at the reception + Richard & Osvaldo !

The property itself is very nice. The rooms felt really modern, lovely bathrooms and good amenities. The beach and bar were great and the staff very accommodating and the food at the hotel was delicious with loads of options to choose from. We did a couple of activities through the hotel and all were great (especially the snorkelling one!). To top it off we had one of the best massages by the beach - highly recommend!