Norte Travel Guide
Santa Marta

Popular places to visit

Rodadero Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Rodadero Beach during your travels in Puerto de Gaira? Wander the parks and seaside while you're in the area.

Parque de los Novios
Explore the great outdoors at Parque de los Novios, a lovely green space in Comuna 2. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Ciudad Perdida
You can find out about the history of Santa Marta when you stop by Ciudad Perdida. Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.

Santa Marta Cathedral
Find out about the history of Comuna 2 when you take a trip to Santa Marta Cathedral. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino during your trip to Museo Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Bello Horizonte Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Bello Horizonte Beach during your travels in Bello Horizonte? Make some time to visit the shops while you're in the area.
Top hotels in Norte

Hilton Santa Marta
Don't hesitate to book there. They are very welcoming and helpful. Nice people.
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026

Santa Marta Marriott Resort Playa Dormida
Beautiful resort right on the beach in Santa Marta. Very close to the airport but a ways from the city proper. Rooms was great. Restaurant was fabulous. Getting transport from airport was a bit messy but getting to the airport was simple and easy.
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026

AC Hotel by Marriott Santa Marta
I only stayed for one night before heading on a hike. It was great all around. The room was clean and had an excellent view. Also the breakfast was delicious.
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026

Best Western Plus Santa Marta Hotel
it was well cooked
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026

Hotel Irotama del Sol
Nice sea view room, location, facilities, and breakfast. Lunch and dinner not so good. Repetitive menu and not very fresh food. Good pizza and fresh juices. The worst part was 2 very loud corporate events on 2 of our 4 nights there till early morning. Great disrespect for the guests’ rest. (It was ...
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026

Hotel Porto Horizonte All Inclusive by oxoHotel
Excellent view to the beach, the rooms are very clean and with good space, excellent staff, kind and helpful all the time and the air condining very good.
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Norte

San Martín
While San Martín may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Parque de los Novios and Santa Marta Beach.

Historic Center
The beaches and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Historic Center. A stop by Parque de los Novios or Santa Marta Theater might round out your trip.

Pueblito
Though Pueblito may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Parque de los Novios and Santa Marta Beach.

Barrio Miraflores
While Barrio Miraflores may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Parque de los Novios and Santa Marta Theater.

Los Cocos
While there might not be top attractions in Los Cocos, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Parque de los Novios and Santa Marta Beach.

Barrio Alambique
While there might not be top attractions in Barrio Alambique, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Parque de los Novios and Santa Marta Beach.
