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

Descubre los secretos del Cafe, Cacao y Cascada en Minca

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

£77
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Santa Marta: Minca Coffee, Cocoa, & Waterfall Full-Day Trip
Tayrona Sailing Sailboat trip

Tayrona Sailing Sailboat trip

£41
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Tayrona Sailing Sailboat trip
Sunset Sailing Santa Marta Bay

Sunset Sailing Santa Marta Bay

£39
per adult
Sunset Sailing Santa Marta Bay
Minca: Birdwatching at sunrise with Jungle Joe

Minca: Birdwatching at sunrise with Jungle Joe

£24
per adult
Minca: Birdwatching at sunrise with Jungle Joe
Tayrona by sea

Tayrona by sea

£73
per adult
Tayrona by sea
Full Canopy Tour with Playa Blanca More Lunch

Full Canopy Tour with Playa Blanca More Lunch

£45
per adult
Full Canopy Tour with Playa Blanca More Lunch
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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 £26 per night from 30 Jul to 31 Jul
£26
30 Jul - 31 Jul
additional charges may apply
Stay at this hotel in Santa Marta. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Rodadero Beach and Bello Horizonte Beach are ...
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 £66 per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
£66
27 Aug - 28 Aug
additional charges may apply
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. ...
8/10 Very good! (409 reviews)
"Good location"

Reviewed on 14 Jul 2026

Hotel be La Sierra
Hotel Rodadero Inn By GEH Suites

Hotel Rodadero Inn By GEH Suites

3 out of 5
Calle 20 # 1B-64 Santa Marta Santa Marta
The price is £28 per night from 21 Aug to 22 Aug
£28
21 Aug - 22 Aug
additional charges may apply
Stay at this hotel in Santa Marta. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Rodadero Beach and Santa Marta Beach are located ...
7.4/10 Good! (10 reviews)
"Exelent service"

Reviewed on 17 Jul 2026

Hotel Rodadero Inn By GEH Suites
Hotel Jardin Boutique Rodadero

Hotel Jardin Boutique Rodadero

4 out of 5
25-253 cra 4 Santa Marta Magdalena
The price is £37 per night from 14 Aug to 15 Aug
£37
14 Aug - 15 Aug
additional charges may apply
Stay at this hotel in Santa Marta. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and on-site spa services. Popular attractions Rodadero Beach and Bello Horizonte Beach are ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (15 reviews)
"Internet never work, also the tv in the room didn’t work either , and they over charged me when I left , charge me 19% of tax that is only applicable to locals , very dishonest. Cobraron el 19-% de Iva q solo aplica a Colombianos viviendo en Colombia. Cobraron mas de lo q decía la pagina en ..."

Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026

Hotel Jardin Boutique Rodadero
The Garden Suites

The Garden Suites

3 out of 5
Calle 17 N. 1B 34 Rodadero Santa Marta Magdalena
The price is £30 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
£30
2 Aug - 3 Aug
additional charges may apply
Stay at this apartment in Santa Marta. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, daily housekeeping and dry cleaning or laundry services. Popular attractions Rodadero Beach and Santa ...
The Garden Suites
Hotel Playa Salguero By GEH Suites

Hotel Playa Salguero By GEH Suites

3 out of 5
#23F-05 Cra. 17 Santa Marta Magdalena
The price is £22 per night from 5 Aug to 6 Aug
£22
5 Aug - 6 Aug
additional charges may apply
Stay at this hotel in Santa Marta. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Rodadero Beach and Bello Horizonte Beach are ...
8.4/10 Very good! (5 reviews)
"Typically I would read reviews of others experience, it just so happened that in this case I did not, as the pictures looked so satisfying. My actual experience was far from this. I arrived to the hotel after a late night flight, the first staff member was helpful in getting me checked in. I immediately ..."

Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026

Hotel Playa Salguero By GEH Suites
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Where to stay in El Rodadero

Find the best El Rodadero areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about El Rodadero
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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.

Bello Horizonte

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

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 Eduardo Santos Stadium, 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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