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Zafara Hotel

2.5 star property
Travelers find their own rhythm at this beachside retreat, where convenient snacks, local tour options, and airport shuttles enhance the relaxation experience

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Zafara Hotel welcomes visitors to El Rodadero with thoughtful amenities. Guests enjoy WiFi, deli snacks, and terrace views. The helpful staff and proximity to Rodadero Beach make it a practical home base for exploring.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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Double Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Triple Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Triple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
Gaira Calle 6 No. 12-30, Santa Marta, 470006

What's nearby

  • Nabusimake - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Arrecife Shopping Center - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Mundo Marino Aquarium - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Bello Horizonte Beach - 8 min drive - 4.4 miles
  • Rodadero Beach - 11 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Santa Marta (SMR-Simon Bolivar) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Juan Valdez Café - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪La Cuchara De Palo - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪El punto marino - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante El Banano - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Bar Oso - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Zafara Hotel

Hotel near Rodadero Beach
Zafara Hotel provides amenities like a terrace and a snack bar/deli. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), tour/ticket assistance, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Smoke-free premises
Room features
All guestrooms at Zafara Hotel include comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Daily housekeeping and desks

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Terrace

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 1 PM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • You may be required to pay the following charge at the property: Colombia Value-Added Tax (VAT) at 19%. A VAT exemption is available to travelers who present a valid passport and tourist visa showing they are not a resident of Colombia and who pay using a foreign card or via a bank transfer from outside Colombia. This exemption applies only to tourist package bookings (accommodation plus other travel services).

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts cash

We should mention

If you are traveling with a child your property may require you to present the following documents: Parents traveling into Colombia with a child under 18 may be required to present the child's birth certificate and photo ID (passport for non-Columbian citizens) upon check-in. If a relative or legal guardian is traveling into Colombia with the child, that relative or legal guardian may be required to present a notarized consent of travel signed by both parents and a copy of both parents' ID. If only one parent is traveling into Colombia with the child, that parent may be required to present a notarized consent of travel signed by the other parent. Visitors who plan to travel with children should consult with a Colombian consulate office prior to travel for further guidance.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Zafara Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

This hotel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Zafara Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3 PM.

What time is check-out at Zafara Hotel?

Check-out is at 1 PM.

Does Zafara Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is Zafara Hotel located?

Located in El Rodadero, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Nabusimake and Arrecife Shopping Center. Mundo Marino Aquarium and Rodadero Beach are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Reviews

Zafara Hotel Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

8.0

Cleanliness

6.0

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

10

Eco-friendliness

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 5 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 5 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Daniel Alfonso

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

EXELENTE ATENCIÓN Y SERVICIO

El servicio, la limpieza, la atención en recepción, todo EXCELENTE. Lo recomendaría siempre
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrés

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excelente opción en Gaira.

Buena experiencia en el hotel Zafara, hubo una atención excelente y mucha flexibilidad para nuestras solicitudes que hicieron nuestra estancia más agradable. Habitaciones cómodas y buen Wifi. Súper recomendado.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel, seems like recently renovated. The only thing is breakfast hours. It would be better from 7am to 10 am at least.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Juan Carlos

Liked: Property conditions & facilities

Excelente

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
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