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.
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.
Buenavista Shopping Center
During your trip to Barranquilla, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Buenavista Shopping Center. While in this walkable area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
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.
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.
Viva Barranquilla Shopping Center
During your visit to Barranquilla, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Viva Barranquilla Shopping Center. While in this walkable area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Adventure in Barranquilla and Santa Marta from Cartagena
Full Day Tour from Cartagena through Barranquilla and Santa Marta
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
"Well, it was a very bad experience when the toilet overflowed after we had called to ask for someone to come fix the issue various times."
Reviewed on May 28, 2026
Hotel Sky Collection Barranquilla
"Très bon"
Reviewed on May 26, 2026
Holiday Inn Express Barranquilla Buenavista by IHG
"The breakfast was amazing 👏"
Reviewed on May 22, 2026
NH Collection Barranquilla Smartsuites Royal
"Excellent location"
Reviewed on May 29, 2026
Hotel El Prado
"We loved this historic place. The only thing we did not like was the way the waiters rushed us to pay the bill even when we didn't finish eating. We tried the restaurant 3 times at different times and they rushed us to pay, even they brought the wrong plate and when I said I didn't order that, they ..."
Reviewed on May 28, 2026
Crowne Plaza Barranquilla by IHG
"Very nice hotel. Really nothing to complain about."
Reviewed on May 24, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around El Recreo
Boston
Though Boston might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Carnival Museum and Romelio Martínez Stadium.
Los Pinos
While Los Pinos might 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 Edgar Renteria Stadium.
San Felipe
While San Felipe isn't home to many top sights, Americano Mall and Romelio Martínez Stadium are some notable places to visit nearby.
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 Carnival Museum.
América
While América might 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.
Bolívar
While Bolívar might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Carnival Museum and Edgar Renteria Stadium.
