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Beachfront
Decameron Galeon ★★★
Santa Marta Resort
Beachfront stay with direct access, pools, and a spa in Santa Marta.
Hotels · Magdalena · Colombia
We assessed 222 hotels in Santa Marta across every price band and picked the 100 best for this page—from beachfront resorts to central boutique stays.
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Beachfront
Santa Marta Resort
Beachfront stay with direct access, pools, and a spa in Santa Marta.
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Top-rated resort
Santa Marta
A 5-star resort with high guest ratings, multiple pools, and a free airport shuttle in Santa Marta.
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Beachfront & Adults Only
Santa Marta Guest house
An adults-only beachfront hotel with a pool, spa, and lively entertainment, just a short walk from the sand.
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Family-friendly
Santa Marta
A 5-star beach resort with pools, a spa, and a kids club, praised for its food and service.
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Beachfront resort
Santa Marta
A 5-star beachfront stay with a private beach, standout pool, and a kids club that keeps little ones happy.
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Beachfront calm
Santa Marta
Beachfront calm near Rodadero, with spacious rooms, pool, and free parking.
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Sea views & spa
Santa Marta
See the Caribbean Sea from a Hilton with a full-service spa and 24-hour front desk.
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Pool & Beach Proximity
Santa Marta
Short walk to the beach, an outdoor pool with shade, and staff praised for their warmth — a reliable pick in El Rodadero.
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Beachfront family pick
Santa Marta
Beachfront resort in El Rodadero with a pool that opens to the sand and staff that go out of their way for families.
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Beach resort
Santa Marta
Beachfront resort with a private beach area, outdoor pool, and spa, steps from supermarkets and easy access to Rodadero.
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Beach proximity
Santa Marta
A comfortable 3-star hotel in El Rodadero, just a 5-minute walk from the beach, with an outdoor pool and consistently praised staff.
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Rooftop pool & sea views
Santa Marta
Rooftop pool, sea views, and free parking – all within a short walk of Parque de Los Novios.
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Staff 9.5
Santa Marta
Guest-favorite staff and spotless rooms in the heart of Santa Marta's historic center, near the beach and restaurants.
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Party Hostel
Santa Marta
A party-friendly hostel in Santa Marta's historic center with rooftop bar, pool, and social vibe.
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Beach proximity
Santa Marta
A comfortable stay steps from El Rodadero beach, with an outdoor pool and friendly staff.
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Beach proximity
Santa Marta
A modern 4-star with a rooftop pool and free parking, steps from Bello Horizonte Beach.
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Beach proximity
Santa Marta Guest house
An easy-going Santa Marta stay with garden views, free parking and a short walk to Rodadero beach.
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Rooftop pool
Santa Marta
A small, well-kept hotel with a rooftop pool and attentive staff, a short drive from Santa Marta Marina.
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Beachfront modern
Santa Marta
Modern hotel steps from El Rodadero beach, with an infinity pool and highly rated staff.
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Beachfront
Santa Marta
Beachfront hotel with high guest ratings, a large pool, and spacious rooms – a solid base for exploring Santa Marta.
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Friendly staff
Santa Marta
A short stroll from the beach, this El Rodadero hotel earns praise for its friendly, helpful staff and strong security.
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Rooftop pool
Santa Marta
A lively hostel with a rooftop pool, bar, and themed nights, just a short walk from the city center and Parque San Miguel.
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Beach proximity
Santa Marta
A well-rated 3-star hotel near the beach with a pool and praised breakfast.
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Airport convenience
Santa Marta
A 3-star hotel near Santa Marta airport with a refreshing pool, ocean views, and free shuttle to the beach.
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Beach Proximity
Santa Marta
A modern, clean hotel steps from the beach in El Rodadero, with friendly staff and solid breakfast.
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Beach District Base
Santa Marta
A 2-star stay in El Rodadero with a restaurant, Wi-Fi, and air-conditioned rooms near Rodadero Beach.
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Pool & Garden Views
Santa Marta
Garden-view rooms, a pool with jacuzzis, and a location near the beach and local eateries—all with free parking.
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Rooftop pool & free parking
Santa Marta
A modern base with a rooftop pool and free parking, steps from the marina and local beaches.
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Dive & Relax
Santa Marta
Dive-focused resort with a pool, sauna, and family rooms, just a short walk from the beach in Rodadero.
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Seafront Value
A seafront base with spacious rooms and a friendly team, steps from the Old City and the beach.
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Beach Club Residence
Santa Marta
A beach club residence with a high-rated pool, free parking, and easy airport access.
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Social Stay
Historic building, rooftop pool, and a social scene that makes it easy to meet travelers in central Santa Marta.
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Beach proximity
Santa Marta
Beach-close base in El Rodadero with attentive staff and a refreshing pool.
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Rooftop Pool
Santa Marta
A 6-minute walk from Parque de Los Novios, this 4-star has a rooftop pool, fitness centre, and high guest ratings.
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Beach proximity
Santa Marta
A straightforward stay steps from El Rodadero beach, with a pool, air conditioning and balcony rooms.
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Central & Reliable
Santa Marta
A dependable base near the beach and Gold Museum, with a pool, sea views, and 24-hour reception at a fair price.
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Rooftop pool
Santa Marta
Historic-center hotel with a rooftop pool, steps from the cathedral and a 3-minute walk to the ocean.
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Beach proximity
Santa Marta
A relaxed 3-star stay with a pool, free Wi-Fi, and parking, just a short walk from the beach.
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Guest favorite
Enjoy a sun deck, free internet, and a location minutes from Parque San Miguel—rated 8/10 by guests.
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Beachfront
Santa Marta
A beachfront hotel with a private beach, spa, and free airport shuttle, steps from the Palacio Municipal.
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Private Pool
Santa Marta
A small 14-room hotel with a private pool, a short drive from Santa Marta’s aquarium and beach area.
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Beach base
Santa Marta
A friendly, well-priced stay steps from the beach with a pool, generous rooms, and helpful staff.
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Social & Active
Santa Marta Guest house
A friendly, high-rated hostal with tour help, bike hire, and a home-like shared kitchen.
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Central & family-friendly
Santa Marta
A rooftop pool and high-rated staff in the heart of Santa Marta’s historic center.
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Beach proximity
Santa Marta
Just blocks from the beach in El Rodadero, with standout staff and a pet-friendly policy.
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Central & Pool
Santa Marta
Central Santa Marta hotel with indoor pool and jacuzzi, close to nightlife and the Gold Museum.
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Central & Pet-Friendly
Santa Marta
Garden-view rooms in central Santa Marta, with a paid airport shuttle and pet-friendly policy.
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Beach proximity
Santa Marta
A short walk from the beach and the historic center, with genuinely warm service and a breakfast that gets mentioned in review after review.
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Beach proximity
Santa Marta
A well-rated 3-star stay close to El Rodadero beach, with a rooftop pool and high facilities score.
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Historic Boutique
Santa Marta
A Spanish colonial courtyard hotel with pools, spa and welcoming staff, minutes from the Gold Museum and the historic heart of Santa Marta.
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Quiet & Welcoming
Santa Marta
A quiet, welcoming stay with a rooftop terrace, just a 10-minute walk from Santa Marta's center.
Santa Marta
A highly rated retreat in Minca with a peaceful setting and strong guest approval.
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Courtyard socials
A sociable courtyard hostel with pool, restaurant, and dorms with private bunks, near the bus stop to Tayrona.
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Family Beach Resort
Santa Marta
A beachfront family resort with an impressive pool, free airport shuttle and spacious suites – a solid base for a Santa Marta holiday.
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Family friendly
Santa Marta
Walk to Marine World Aquarium from this family-friendly hotel in El Rodadero.
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Historic Center Stay
Santa Marta
Modern rooms, free parking, and a rooftop pool in Santa Marta's historic center — a reliable base for exploring the coast.
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Family-friendly
Santa Marta
A well-rated, family-friendly hotel in El Rodadero, near the aquarium and local eateries.
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Central & friendly
Santa Marta
Friendly staff, big clean rooms, and a quiet central location — a solid base for exploring Santa Marta.
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Boutique Spa Stay
Santa Marta
A polished 5-star boutique with a top-rated spa and staff, steps from the historic centre.
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Central & Clean
Santa Marta
Central Santa Marta hotel with clean rooms, friendly staff, and breakfast included – great value near the beach.
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Pool & Parking
Santa Marta
A 39-room hotel with an outdoor pool and free parking, a 25-minute walk from Playa Blanca in El Rodadero.
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Social & central
Santa Marta
A social, amenity-rich hostel with a pool, bar, and restaurant — a convenient base for Caribbean coast day trips.
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Pool & location
Pool, air-con, and a 5-minute walk to Sesquicentenario Park.
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Family-friendly
Santa Marta
Family-friendly rooms and a practical location in Santa Marta, with air conditioning and a relaxed check-out.
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Parking included
Santa Marta
A calm hostel in El Rodadero with free private parking, a shared kitchen, and a sunny terrace a short drive from Santa Marta Marina.
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Budget-friendly
Santa Marta
A budget-friendly stay with free parking and comfortable beds, just outside Santa Marta's busy centre.
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Pool & Central
Santa Marta
A reliable 3-star base in El Rodadero with a pool, friendly staff, and a location close to restaurants and transport.
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Beachfront value
Santa Marta
A short walk from El Rodadero beach, this family-run hotel offers free parking, a pool, and spacious rooms.
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Pool & free parking
Santa Marta
A practical 3-star base next to El Rodadero beach, with a pool, free parking and family-friendly rooms.
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Historic center
Santa Marta
In the historic center, close to buses for Tayrona and Minca, with friendly staff and clean, reasonably sized rooms.
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Historic center
Santa Marta
Central historic district hotel with a pool, terrace breakfast, and easy access to Tayrona tours.
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Beach proximity
Santa Marta
Family-run guesthouse steps from the beach with high staff scores and air-conditioned rooms.
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Garden Guesthouse
Santa Marta Guest house
Stay in a garden-side guesthouse with a patio, air conditioning, and beach access a short drive from Canaveral.
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Central & Affordable
Santa Marta
Budget-friendly rooms with powerful AC in the heart of Santa Marta's historic center, steps from Parque de Los Novios.
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Coastal Guesthouse
Santa Marta
A small, pet-friendly guesthouse with a restaurant and terrace, set along the coastal road from Santa Marta.
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Pool & parking
Santa Marta
A large pool and free parking, steps from the beach.
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Beachfront Adults Only
Adults-only beachfront hostel with a top-rated bar, free parking, and direct beach access in Santa Marta.
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Central & pet-friendly
Santa Marta
A central stay in Santa Marta's historic centre with a rooftop pool, jacuzzi, and free parking.
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Guest favorite
Santa Marta
A 4-star Santa Marta hotel with an infinity pool, garden views, and a 9.2 guest rating—two blocks from Parque Cundi.
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Pool & Parking
Santa Marta
A no-frills 2-star with a pool and on-site parking, a short walk from Museo Mundo Marino and the Rodadero strip.
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Pool & Billiards
Santa Marta
A no-frills Santa Marta base with a pool, billiards, and tour help—about 10 minutes from Pozo Colorado.
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Beachfront & self-catering
Santa Marta Aparthotel
A self-catering beachfront stay with an infinity pool and free parking, a short walk from Cabo Tortuga.
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Social & Lively
Colonial hostel with a pool, live music, and a lively social scene near the beach.
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Budget stay
Santa Marta Guest house
Budget-friendly hostel near the marina, with dorms and private rooms, a terrace and bar, and a solid 8.0 guest rating.
Santa Marta
A 2-star hostal with a remarkable 9.0 guest rating, simple and well-liked in Santa Marta.
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Central & Air-Conditioned
Santa Marta
A practical base near the cathedral and beach, with clean, air-conditioned rooms and friendly staff.
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Beach proximity
Santa Marta
Close to the beach and praised for its attentive staff and clean, comfortable rooms.
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Beach proximity
Santa Marta
A practical 3-star near Mareygua Beach with free parking and Wi-Fi, rated 8.4 by guests.
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Pet-Friendly
Santa Marta
A calm, pet-friendly guest house with patio views and parking — just 10 minutes from the Gold Museum.
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Beach proximity
Santa Marta
A 3-star stay in El Rodadero, steps from Playa Salguero and a 15-minute walk to Rodadero Beach, with free parking and consistently high guest ratings.
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Private pool
A two-bedroom house with a private pool, garden view, and sauna, a 25-minute walk from Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino.
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Beach base
Santa Marta Guest house
A beachside base in El Rodadero with pet-friendly rooms, air conditioning, and an 8.5 guest rating for rooms.
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Budget-friendly
Santa Marta
Book a simple, well-rated stay in Santa Marta with free Wi-Fi and air conditioning.
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Adults Only
Santa Marta Bed & Breakfast
A rooftop terrace, friendly staff and a breakfast with fresh papaya make this adults-only B&B a calm base in Santa Marta's centre.
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Adults-only pool
Santa Marta
Adults-only stay with a plunge pool, a short walk from the historic church and city sights.
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El Rodadero
Santa Marta
A 3-star stay in El Rodadero with air-conditioned rooms and a late check-out.
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Adults-only beach
Santa Marta
An adults-only beachfront retreat with a pool, jacuzzi, and a garden—just steps from the sand.
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Beach area base
Santa Marta
A reliable Rodadero base: clean rooms, air conditioning, and a five-minute walk to the beach and Arrecife mall.
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Compact & Central
Santa Marta
A 10-room base in Santa Marta's historic centre, a short walk from Parque de Los Novios, with air conditioning and free Wi-Fi.
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Pool & friendly staff
Santa Marta
A welcoming 3-star in El Rodadero with a pool, breakfast, and staff who go out of their way to help.
Map & live prices by our partner
When people search for hotels in Santa Marta, they're usually looking for a beachside stay or a spot near the historic centre. The value sits with the 3-star and 4-star properties: they range from about 46,000 COP to 624,380 COP, and many deliver pools, sea views, and free parking. The top-rated properties in this set average 8.4 overall, with the best reaching 9.4, so you can book with confidence across the board.
For first-timers, El Rodadero is the go-to for beach access and resort comfort—think Tamaca Beach Resort or Estelar Santamar. If you prefer walking to sights and dining, the historic centre is better, with options like Hotel 1525 By Geh Suites or Hotel San Miguel Imperial being central and practical.
Prices vary widely: you can find budget rooms from around 43,926 COP at places like Hotel Casa Vieja, while 5-star resorts like Hotel Irotama Lago start at 564,766 COP. The typical price across the selection is about 141,191 COP per night.
Many hotels are just steps from the sand, especially in El Rodadero and Bello Horizonte. For example, Hotel Be La Sierra and Hotel Valladolid are close to El Rodadero beach, while Casa Verano Beach Hotel is adults-only and beachfront. If you want a full beach resort, the Santa Marta Marriott Resort Playa Dormida offers a private beach.
Yes, several properties cater to families. Tamaca Beach Resort is a beachfront pick with a pool and staff that go out of their way for families, and Santa Marta Marriott Resort Playa Dormida has a kids club. Zuana Beach Resort also offers a kids club and is praised for its food and service.
The Simón Bolívar International Airport is about 15-20 minutes by car from the city centre and beaches. Many hotels offer airport shuttles—Hotel Irotama Lago includes a free airport shuttle. Taxis are readily available; expect to pay a flat rate depending on your destination.
Santa Marta's hotel scene splits along its coastline and its colonial core. The beachfront strip of El Rodadero holds most of the big resort hotels, while the historic centre packs in smaller, personality-led properties within walking distance of landmarks like the Gold Museum and Parque de Los Novios. A third cluster sits around Bello Horizonte, a quieter stretch favored by newer builds.
The money buys a lot of variety: budget stays here can drop below 50,000 COP a night, while the top end reaches 1,433,877 COP for a five-star beachfront experience. Most properties fall in the 3-star and 4-star categories, with a handful of 5-star resorts leading the ratings—the best of which hit 9.4 on guest reviews. For travellers, the choice is really between resort-style amenities by the sea and the more authentic, walkable centre.
This collection of hotels suits travellers who want a classic stay in Santa Marta—whether that's a beachfront resort in El Rodadero, a central base in the historic district, or a higher-end property with amenities like pools and spas. If you're flying in and want to minimise transfer time, check the Airport hotels page. For families, the Family Friendly hotels selection narrows down the best kid-approved options, while budget travellers should look at Cheap and budget hotels. Those specifically after a spa experience or parking convenience will find dedicated pages for those needs as well.