Santa Marta Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Taganga Beach showing a sandy beach, a bay or harbour and a coastal town
Santa Marta
Rodadero Beach which includes a coastal town, general coastal views and a skyscraper
Taganga Beach showing swimming, a sandy beach and a coastal town
Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino showing art and interior views

Where to stay in Santa Marta

Rodadero Beach featuring a hotel, a coastal town and a beach

El Rodadero

5/5(1 area review)

El Rodadero is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Rodadero Beach and Arrecife Shopping Center.

El Rodadero
Historic Center which includes street scenes, a city and heritage elements

Historic Center

4/5(8 area reviews)

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.

Historic Center
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Los Cocos

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

Los Cocos
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Bello Horizonte

If you're spending some time in Bello Horizonte, Bello Horizonte Beach and Zazue are top sights worth seeing.

Bello Horizonte
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Bavaria

When in Bavaria, you can plan a visit to Parque de los Novios and Santa Marta Theater, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Bavaria
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Norte

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Norte and surrounding area, you can visit Parque de los Novios and Santa Marta Beach.

Norte
Hilton Santa Marta

Hilton Santa Marta

4.5 out of 5
Carrera 2 No 114-78, Sector Pozos Colorados, Santa Marta
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is 3.114.198 ₫ per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
3.114.198 ₫
3.114.198 ₫ total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury resort in Santa Marta. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (420 reviews)
"Got the Breakfast package with my stay and must say it was so worth it especially the coffee. The best! The pools and rooms are fantastic. only drawback was the ice machines were not on every floor lol"

Reviewed on 24 Aug 2025

Hilton Santa Marta
Hotel Irotama del Sol

Hotel Irotama del Sol

3.5 out of 5
Km 14 Via Cienaga, Santa Marta, Magdalena
The price is 3.311.983 ₫ per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
3.311.983 ₫
3.311.983 ₫ total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Stay at this 3.5-star beach resort in Santa Marta. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 4 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (240 reviews)
"Super buena ubicacion, buena comida linda vegetacion ardor de la proposed excelente servicio del staff"

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2025

Hotel Irotama del Sol
Hotel Irotama Lago

Hotel Irotama Lago

4 out of 5
Km 14 Via Cienaga, Santa Marta, Magdalena
The price is 3.233.741 ₫ per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
3.233.741 ₫
3.233.741 ₫ total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Santa Marta. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 5 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (726 reviews)
"Breakfast and dining buffet was great with many óptimos, the opportunity of use differences towers was fine"

Reviewed on 14 Aug 2025

Hotel Irotama Lago
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Hotel Irotama Bungalows & Bohios

Hotel Irotama Bungalows & Bohios

3 out of 5
KM 14 Via Cianaga, Santa Marta, Magdalena
Stay at this 3-star beach cabin in Santa Marta. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 4 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Rodadero Beach and Zazue are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (11 reviews)
"I love the hotel and accommodations , people is nice and the food is really good"

Reviewed on 10 Jul 2025

Hotel Irotama Bungalows & Bohios
Terrazas Tayrona Travelers Apartamentos y Suites

Terrazas Tayrona Travelers Apartamentos y Suites

3.5 out of 5
Carrera 3 # 24 - 63, El Rodadero, Santa Marta, Magdalena
Stay at this 3.5-star apartment in Santa Marta. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Rodadero Beach and Arrecife Shopping Center ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (157 reviews)
"There are two ACs in the apartment. One 8n the main bedroom and second in tha living room, shared are with the second bedroom. This causes the second bedroom to not be cold enough. Pool said it opened at 10 am. But opened at 11. With an 12 am checkout, that is useless. Besides that, all good."

Reviewed on 24 Jul 2025

Terrazas Tayrona Travelers Apartamentos y Suites
Soy Local Santa Marta

Soy Local Santa Marta

4 out of 5
8-27 Cl. 19, Santa Marta, Magdalena
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Santa Marta. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Tayrona National Natural ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (31 reviews)
"Buena ubicación, cerca al centro histórico, bonitas las instalaciones, el personal es fantástico y la habitaciin bien, como se describe inicialmente. Inclye desayuno bufete, bueno relacion calidad precio. Le doy 9 de 10."

Reviewed on 9 Aug 2025

Soy Local Santa Marta
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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