El Recreo
Barranquilla
Popular places to visit
Venezuela Park
Venezuela Park is just one of the places to see in Barranquilla, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Buenavista Shopping Center
During your trip to Barranquilla, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Buenavista Shopping Center. While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Roberto Melendez Metropolitan Stadium
Catch an event at Roberto Melendez Metropolitan Stadium during your trip to Barranquilla. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Gran Malecón
Gran Malecón is just one of the places to see in Barranquilla, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Viva Barranquilla Shopping Center
During your visit to Barranquilla, you can enjoy retail therapy at Viva Barranquilla Shopping Center. While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Romelio Martínez Stadium
Catch an event at Romelio Martínez Stadium during your trip to Barranquilla. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Things to do
Full Day Tour from Cartagena through Barranquilla and Santa Marta
Adventure in Barranquilla and Santa Marta from Cartagena
Full Day At the best Vip Beach Club in Tierra Bomba
Carnival Barranquilla, From Cartagena to La Arenosa
Full Day Tour in Barranquilla and Santa Marta with Transportation
Top hotels in El Recreo
Dann Carlton Barranquilla
The room was great - two comfy beds and a clean bathroom Breakfast was Ok but the coffee was terrible We will be back next time we come to Barranquilla
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Hotel Sky Collection Barranquilla
Was great experience feom bellman to housekeeping its amazing great job restaurante are amazing employees great food
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Hotel El Prado
Staff was very friendly, the food was delicious and location of the property was central to everything. Getting around in taxi was very easy and located just outside of the hotel.
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn Express Barranquilla Buenavista by IHG
I’d rate my stay 3/5. For the price, I personally would not stay here again. The location was okay, but nothing particularly outstanding. The front desk staff was nice, welcoming, and courteous, and the cleaning lady was kind and helpful when I asked for fresh towels. The amenities were average. ...
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Hotel Estelar En Alto Prado
Excelente
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Hotel Barranquilla Plaza
Staff not friendly. 2 people at the front desk on a fully booked hotel. Lunch lines to check in.
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around El Recreo
Boston
Boston might not have many top sights, but Romelio Martínez Stadium and Edgar Renteria Stadium are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Las Delicias
While Las Delicias isn't home to many top sights, Romelio Martínez Stadium and Unico Mall are some notable places to visit nearby.
Colombia
When in Colombia, you can plan a visit to Romelio Martínez Stadium and Villa Country Shopping Centre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
El Prado
El Prado is well liked for its restaurants. You can also take some time to explore sights in the surrounding area like Romelio Martínez Stadium and Villa Country Shopping Centre.
América
While América may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Romelio Martínez Stadium and Villa Country Shopping Centre.
Centro Historico
You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Centro Historico. You might want to make time for a stop at Cultural Park of the Caribbean or Cultural Complex of the Former Customs.
