Santa Marta

Travel Guide

Taganga Beach showing a bay or harbor, a coastal town and a sandy beach
Blanca Beach featuring a sandy beach
Rodadero Beach which includes a coastal town, a high rise building and general coastal views
Taganga Beach which includes a coastal town, swimming and a sandy beach
Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino featuring art and interior views

Where to stay in Santa Marta

Rodadero Beach showing a hotel, a sandy beach and a coastal town

El Rodadero

3.5/5(62 area reviews)

El Rodadero is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Rodadero Beach and Mundo Marino Aquarium.

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

Historic Center

4/5(100 area reviews)

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

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Los Cocos

While Los Cocos might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Bahia de Santa Marta and Parque de los Novios.

Los Cocos
Historic Center showing street scenes and a city

Barrio Centro

If you're spending some time in Barrio Centro, Santa Marta Cathedral and Parque de los Novios are top sights worth seeing.

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Mamatoco

While Mamatoco isn't home to many top sights, Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino and Tayrona National Natural Park are some notable places to visit nearby.

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Bavaria

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

Bavaria
Hilton Santa Marta
Hilton Santa Marta
4.5 out of 5
Carrera 2 No 114-78, Sector Pozos Colorados, Santa Marta
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury resort in Santa Marta. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
Hilton Santa Marta
Hilton Garden Inn Santa Marta
Hilton Garden Inn Santa Marta
3.5 out of 5
Carrera 1C No. 24-04, Santa Marta
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Santa Marta. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
Hilton Garden Inn Santa Marta
Santa Marta Marriott Resort Playa Dormida
Santa Marta Marriott Resort Playa Dormida
4.5 out of 5
Carrera 3 No 142-60, Bello Horizonte, Santa Marta, Magdalena
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Santa Marta. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
Santa Marta Marriott Resort Playa Dormida
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.
The Garden Suites
The Garden Suites
3 out of 5
Calle 17 N. 1B 34 Rodadero, Santa Marta, Magdalena
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Santa Marta. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Rodadero Beach and Taganga Beach are ...
The Garden Suites
Grand Marina Santa Marta
Grand Marina Santa Marta
3 out of 5
carrera 1 22- 79, Santa Marta
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Santa Marta. Enjoy free WiFi, a sauna, and onsite spa services. Popular attractions Tayrona National Natural Park and Taganga ...
Grand Marina Santa Marta
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 WiFi, free parking, and 4 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Rodadero Beach and Zazue are located ...
Hotel Irotama Bungalows & Bohios
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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