Beiyu
Beiyu runs a rooftop lounge concept in Getsemaní that balances cocktails, food, and views of the walled city. The décor blends tropical greenery with modern furniture, creating a space that photographs well and feels comfortable. The cocktail menu mixes Colombian ingredients with Asian-inspired touches (the name is a nod to Mandarin). DJs play on weekend evenings, keeping the energy elevated without drowning out conversation. The food menu covers shareable plates that lean fusion. It's a newer addition to Getsemaní's scene and attracts a crowd that skews slightly older and better dressed than the neighborhood's average.
What to Expect
A polished rooftop lounge with Colombian-Asian fusion drinks and city views. More refined than Getsemaní's typical bar scene, but not as formally structured as Centro Histórico's cocktail bars. Good for a stylish evening drink.
Tropical rooftop with a fusion twist. Getsemaní's polished edge.
Lounge and tropical house from DJs on weekends. Background music weekdays.
Smart casual. The crowd dresses up slightly for the setting.
Couples and small groups wanting a rooftop experience in Getsemaní.
Cards and cash accepted
Price Range
Cocktails COP 25,000-45,000, food COP 20,000-45,000
≈ €4-10 / $5-11
Hours
Tue-Sun from 5 PM to 1 AM
Insider Tip
Sunset timing is key. The view of the city changes dramatically in golden hour. The Asian-Colombian fusion cocktails are the most interesting options on the menu. Weekend DJ nights are busier.
Full Review
Beiyu's rooftop terrace opens onto a view of Getsemani's colonial rooftops with the walled city's church domes visible in the distance. The space is designed with Instagram in mind: tropical plants frame the seating areas, modern furniture contrasts with the colonial surroundings, and the lighting shifts from golden during sunset to atmospheric after dark. It photographs well because it was built to.
The cocktail menu pulls from both Colombian and Asian flavor profiles, with the Mandarin-inspired name reflected in ingredients like lemongrass, ginger, and yuzu alongside local fruits. Weekend evenings bring a DJ who keeps the music in lounge territory. The food menu covers shareable fusion plates that work as accompaniments rather than standalone meals. Service is polished and the staff are knowledgeable about the drinks.
Beiyu occupies a middle ground in Getsemani's bar scene. It's more refined than the hostel bars and street-level spots, but less cocktail-focused than Alquimico or Demente. The crowd reflects this positioning: slightly older, better dressed, and here for the setting as much as the drinks. Compared to rooftop bars in Centro Historico, prices are more reasonable.
Timing matters here. Sunset is the prime window, and weekend terrace seats fill by early evening. The Asian-Colombian fusion cocktails are more interesting than the standard menu items. If the rooftop is full, the lower level loses much of the appeal.
The Neighborhood
Beiyu adds a rooftop option to Getsemani's bar scene, which has traditionally been street-level. It sits within the neighborhood's growing cluster of upscale-casual venues that cater to travelers and younger Colombian professionals exploring alternatives to Bocagrande's hotel bars.
Getting There
Central Getsemani location, walkable from the walled city in under ten minutes. Taxis from Bocagrande are COP 10,000-15,000. The rooftop entrance is at street level, so look for signage.
Where to stay in Cartagena
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Other Venues in Getsemani
Café Havana
Legendary live salsa institution and a Cartagena pilgrimage site. Cuban-style son and salsa bands play nightly. Expect a line on weekends and a cover around 20,000 COP.
Demente
Graffiti-covered bar with cheap cocktails and a backpacker-heavy crowd. Good early-evening spot for drinks around Plaza de la Trinidad before heading elsewhere.
El Arsenal: The Rum Box
Rum-focused bar with an extensive Caribbean and Colombian selection. Colonial building interior with knowledgeable bartenders and a pace slower than the nearby clubs.
Media Luna Hostel Bar
Open-air hostel bar that doubles as one of Getsemaní's main social hubs. Cheap drinks, rotating DJs, and a reliable starting point for backpackers before a night out.
La Jugada Getsemani
Lively corner bar near Plaza de la Trinidad with reggaeton and champeta on the speakers. Cheap beers and a young crowd that spills onto the sidewalk on weekends.
Alquimico Terraza
The open-air rooftop level of Alquimico with its own cocktail menu and views across the Getsemani rooftops. Separate entrance queue on busy nights.