El Rodadero Travel Guide

Santa Marta

Rodadero Beach featuring a hotel, a coastal town and a beach
Rodadero Beach which includes boating and a sandy beach as well as an individual male
Rodadero Beach which includes a coastal town, general coastal views and a skyscraper
Rodadero Beach featuring general coastal views, landscape views and island images
Rodadero Beach showing a sandy beach and boating

Popular places to visit

Rodadero Beach which includes a high-rise building, a coastal town and boating

Rodadero Beach

This dynamic beach is one of the most visited spots in the area. Enjoy a variety of activities: sunbathe, swim, sail, dive and snorkel.

Rodadero Beach
Parque de Los Novios featuring heritage elements, street scenes and a city

Parque de los Novios

Meet friends and share a few drinks at this plaza in the center of Santa Marta, where you’ll find restaurants, bars and vendors selling snacks.

Parque de los Novios
Rodadero Beach which includes general coastal views, a luxury hotel or resort and rocky coastline

Rodadero Sea Aquarium and Museum

Take the children to visit the sea life who live at Rodadero Sea Aquarium and Museum during your holiday to Santa Marta. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Rodadero Sea Aquarium and Museum
Ciudad Perdida

Ciudad Perdida

You can find out about the history of Santa Marta when you stop by Ciudad Perdida. Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.

Ciudad Perdida
Santa Marta Cathedral which includes heritage elements and a church or cathedral

Santa Marta Cathedral

Walk around the cathedral that holds the remains of the city’s founder and claims to be the oldest church in the country.

Santa Marta Cathedral
Blue Well

Blue Well

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Blue Well during your travels in Minca. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Blue Well

Things to do

Cristal Beach

Tayrona Park - Cristal Beach

£48
per adult
Tayrona Park - Cristal Beach
Taganga and Playa Grande Minca Full Tour from Santa Marta

Full Minca, Taganga and Playa Grande Tour from Santa Marta

£33
per adult
Full Minca, Taganga and Playa Grande Tour from Santa Marta
Santa Marta: Tayrona Park Private Hike to Cabo San Juan

Santa Marta: Tayrona Park Hike to Cabo San Juan

£94
per adult
Santa Marta: Tayrona Park Hike to Cabo San Juan
Fiesta Blanca Tour in Santa Marta with Sunset and Open Bar

Fiesta Blanca Tour in Santa Marta with Sunset and Open Bar

£36
per adult
Fiesta Blanca Tour in Santa Marta with Sunset and Open Bar
Minca - Coffee And Cocoa Tour

Minca - Coffee And Cocoa Tour

£59
per adult
Minca - Coffee And Cocoa Tour
Palomino: Palomino River Tubing and Hiking Tour

Palomino: Palomino River Tubing and Hiking Tour

£34
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Palomino: Palomino River Tubing and Hiking Tour
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Top hotels in El Rodadero

HOTEL KARAYA DIVE RESORT

HOTEL KARAYA DIVE RESORT

4 out of 5
Calle 12 No. 2-38 Rodadero, Santa Marta
The price is £66 per night from 16 Sept to 17 Sept
£66
16 Sept - 17 Sept
additional charges may apply
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Santa Marta. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Rodadero Beach and Arrecife ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (71 reviews)
"Once at our arrival, Jose greeted us with a broad smile. Very attentive and friendly. He took his time to explain every aspect of the hotel and was very helpful when we needed help for directions. If i ever go back to Santa Marta, i would stay in this hotel without hesitation. Highly recommend 5 ..."

Reviewed on 27 Aug 2025

HOTEL KARAYA DIVE RESORT
Hotel be La Sierra

Hotel be La Sierra

3 out of 5
Cra 1 N° 9-47, El Rodadero, Santa Marta, Magdalena
Stay at this 3-star 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 ...
7.8/10 Good! (378 reviews)
"I like that is close to the beach."

Reviewed on 31 Aug 2025

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Hotel Tamacá Beach Resort

Hotel Tamacá Beach Resort

3.5 out of 5
Carrera 2a No. 11A - 98, Santa Marta, Magdalena
The price is £107 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
£107
14 Sept - 15 Sept
additional charges may apply
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Santa Marta. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (319 reviews)
"The place was great."

Reviewed on 2 Sep 2025

Hotel Tamacá Beach Resort
Hotel Aguamarina

Hotel Aguamarina

3 out of 5
20-45 Cra. 4, Santa Marta, Magdalena
The price is £21 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
£21
20 Sept - 21 Sept
additional charges may apply
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Santa Marta. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Tayrona National Natural Park and Rodadero ...
Hotel Aguamarina
Terrazas Tayrona Travelers Apartamentos y Suites

Terrazas Tayrona Travelers Apartamentos y Suites

3.5 out of 5
Carrera 3 # 24 - 63, El Rodadero, Santa Marta, Magdalena
Stay at this 3.5-star apartment in Santa Marta. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Rodadero Beach and Arrecife Shopping Center ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (157 reviews)
"There are two ACs in the apartment. One 8n the main bedroom and second in tha living room, shared are with the second bedroom. This causes the second bedroom to not be cold enough. Pool said it opened at 10 am. But opened at 11. With an 12 am checkout, that is useless. Besides that, all good."

Reviewed on 24 Jul 2025

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Hotel Portobahia

Hotel Portobahia

3 out of 5
Carrera 4 No. 6-69 El Rodadero, Santa Marta, Magdalena
The price is £32 per night from 18 Sept to 19 Sept
£32
18 Sept - 19 Sept
additional charges may apply
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Santa Marta. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Rodadero Beach and Mundo Marino ...
7.2/10 Good! (240 reviews)
"Everything Good"

Reviewed on 4 Aug 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around El Rodadero

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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.

Bavaria
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Los Cocos

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

Los Cocos
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Barrio Alambique

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

Barrio Alambique
Historic Center which includes street scenes, a city and heritage elements

Historic Center

4/5(8 area reviews)

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.

Historic Center
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Pueblito

Though Pueblito may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Parque de los Novios and Santa Marta Beach.

Pueblito
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Bello Horizonte

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

Bello Horizonte

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