El Rodadero Travel Guide

Santa Marta

A beach with people, palm trees, and buildings in the background.
A sandy beach with several small boats, a person walking, and a rocky island in the background.
A coastal cityscape with high-rise buildings and a calm sea.
A rocky island with buildings and a clear blue sea.
A beach with blue and red boats numbered 21 and 078, and a distant mountain range.

Stay near popular El Rodadero attractions

Rodadero Beach

8.0/10 (646 reviews)
This dynamic beach is one of the most visited spots in the area. Enjoy a variety of activities: sunbathe, swim, sail, dive and snorkel.
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Things to do

Tayrona, Snorkel & Beach

Tayrona by boat: snorkeling, beach in Bahía Concha, and lunch

Rp1.279.539
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Tayrona by boat: snorkeling, beach in Bahía Concha, and lunch
Descubre los secretos del Cafe, Cacao y Cascada en Minca

Santa Marta: Minca Coffee, Cocoa, & Waterfall Full-Day Trip

Rp1.544.737
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Santa Marta: Minca Coffee, Cocoa, & Waterfall Full-Day Trip
Tour in Playa Cristal and Neguanje

Tour in Playa Cristal and Neguanje

Rp1.149.824
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Tour in Playa Cristal and Neguanje
Tayrona Sailing Sailboat trip

Tayrona Sailing Sailboat trip

Rp988.130
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Tayrona Sailing Sailboat trip
Tour Playa Blanca

Tour Playa Blanca

Rp1.203.722
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Tour Playa Blanca
Leaving from Santa Marta Bay.

Maritime Adventure Bahia de Cinto and Playa Cristal, Tayrona Park

Rp1.437.280
per adult
Maritime Adventure Bahia de Cinto and Playa Cristal, Tayrona Park
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Top hotels in El Rodadero

Hotel Aguamarina

Hotel Aguamarina

3 out of 5
Cra. 4 #20-45, Gaira Santa Marta Magdalena
The price is Rp536.598 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
Rp536.598
Rp536.598 total
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Stay at this hotel in Santa Marta. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Rodadero Beach and Arrecife Shopping Center ...
Hotel Aguamarina
Hotel be La Sierra

Hotel be La Sierra

3 out of 5
Cra 1 N° 9-47 Santa Marta Magdalena
The price is Rp1.072.275 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
Rp1.072.275
Rp1.072.275 total
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Stay at this beach hotel in Santa Marta. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Hotel be La Sierra
Perla Roca Hotel Boutique - Beach Front

Perla Roca Hotel Boutique - Beach Front

3.5 out of 5
Bahía de Puerto Puerto Santa Marta Magdalena
The price is Rp2.288.849 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
Rp2.288.849
Rp2.288.849 total
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Stay at this beach hotel in Santa Marta. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Rodadero Beach and Mundo Marino Aquarium are ...
9/10 Wonderful! (20 reviews)
"Atenciones , y las instalaciones en perfecto estado"

Reviewed on 9 Oct 2026

Perla Roca Hotel Boutique - Beach Front
Akela Gaira Hotel

Akela Gaira Hotel

3 out of 5
Cl. 11A # 6-136 Santa Marta Magdalena
The price is Rp730.794 per night from 6 Nov to 7 Nov
Rp730.794
Rp730.794 total
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Stay at this hotel in Santa Marta. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Rodadero Beach and Arrecife Shopping Center are located ...
Akela Gaira Hotel
Hotel Tamacá Beach Resort

Hotel Tamacá Beach Resort

3.5 out of 5
Carrera 2a No. 11A - 98 Santa Marta Magdalena
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp2.316.269 per night from 31 Oct to 1 Nov
Rp2.316.269
Rp2.316.269 total
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Santa Marta. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very good! (351 reviews)
"The room was a lot more basic than expecting, and there was significant differences between my room and other rooms in my party who had booked the same room. Needs a bit of a refurbishment, but overall a nice hotel, helpful staff and great pool and bar area."

Reviewed on 18 Sept 2026

Hotel Tamacá Beach Resort
The Garden Suites

The Garden Suites

3 out of 5
Calle 17 N. 1B 34 Rodadero Santa Marta Magdalena
The price is Rp747.034 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
Rp747.034
Rp747.034 total
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Stay at this apartment in Santa Marta. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, daily housekeeping and dry cleaning or laundry services. Popular attractions Rodadero Beach and Arrecife ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (90 reviews)
"Todo estuvo genial"

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2026

The Garden Suites
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Where to stay in El Rodadero

Find the best El Rodadero areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A white church with a bell tower and a dome.

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.

A beach with waves, a sandy shore, and a line of palm trees.

Bello Horizonte

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

A beach with palm trees, a hut, and rocks by the sea during sunset.

Los Cocos

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

A beach with palm trees and a clear blue sky.

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.

A lush green valley with dense vegetation and mountains in the background under a partly cloudy sky.

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.

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