We visit Barranquilla at least once a year to spend time with my wife's family. Typically we stay in one of the city's nicer hotels, but we really wanted a second room in case the mother-in-law wanted to sleep over, and a kitchen so that we could make our own, healthier meals. (The food here is delicious, but not the healthiest.) So -- as we often do in other cities -- we checked out VRBO, and are very happy we did.
The management at this apartment has been great. Pre-arrival communication was solid, and on-site assistance has been really fast, efficient, and effective.
The location is very good. Plenty of restaurants and bars nearby, a large grocery store, a pharmacy... basically everything we need within easy walking distance, and an easy place to catch a cab as well.
The apartment itself is sparkling clean, all the appliances and 3 TVs fully functional, and the air conditioning effective. Also, on-demand hot water, which you can't assume everyplace here has. An additional bonus... on-site security which is very vigilant and also very courteous.
This is our new "go to" place in Barranquilla. Highly recommended!