Crowne Plaza Barranquilla is located in downtown, surrounded by hotels, malls, and important avenues. Facilities include a fitness center, sauna, a pool with panoramic view on the last level, a restaurant and bar, and a spa available for an extra charge. The hotel has an ice machine, a parking area, a business center, and meeting rooms. Services include luggage storage and newspapers in the lobby. The hotel has 130 guest rooms with air conditioning, free WiFi, minibar for an extra charge, and flat-screen TV with cable channels. The private bathroom with shower offers bath amenities and hairdryer. Room amenities also include a safe and a work desk with ergonomic chair. The hotel is a few meters from Buenavista mall, Plaza del Parque mall, and Olimpica Plaza del Parque, 5 kilometers (3 mi) from Puerta de Oro Convention Center, and 25 kilometers (15.5 mi) from Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport (BAQ). ***By law, currency exchange in hotels in Colombia is not permitted. ***There may be mandatory fees determined by the hotel to be paid directly upon check-in or check-out. ***Based on local tax laws, only tourists with a Permiso de Ingreso y Permanencia PIP-3, PIP-5, PIP-6, or PIP-10; or a valid Temporary VISA TP-7, TP-11, or TP-12, are exempted from VAT on accommodation. Before your trip, please check directly with the national government the entry and stay requirements of the country you are visiting. Keep in mind that it is the responsibility of the traveler to meet the rules and regulations established by the destination country.