Title: La Ballena Azul Hotel Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # La Ballena Azul Hotel Travelers connect to convenient WiFi in comfortable rooms at La Ballena Azul Hotel, with the surrounding area waiting to be explored at their leisure ## Photo gallery for La Ballena Azul Hotel ![Junior Twin Room | Bed sheets - La Ballena Azul Hotel (Santa Marta)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96070000/96064600/96064516/be44e8d1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Front of property - La Ballena Azul Hotel (Santa Marta)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96070000/96064600/96064516/94a74000.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Junior Twin Room | Bed sheets - La Ballena Azul Hotel (Santa Marta)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96070000/96064600/96064516/8ae38e4b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - La Ballena Azul Hotel (Santa Marta)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96070000/96064600/96064516/a0379d5b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Presidential Room | Bed sheets - La Ballena Azul Hotel (Santa Marta)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96070000/96064600/96064516/fbc99c51.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies La Ballena Azul Hotel puts essential comforts right at guests' fingertips. The smoke-free property offers WiFi access in public areas and complimentary self parking. Rooms come equipped with cable TV and private bathrooms with showers for a hassle-free stay. ## Reviews 8.8 Excellent ## Popular amenities - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Housekeeping £34 additional charges may apply 1 Feb - 2 Feb ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Jan 13 - Jan 14](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-13&endDate=2026-01-14&selected=96064516&PinnedHotelID=96064516&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-13&endDate=2026-01-14&selected=96064516&PinnedHotelID=96064516&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Jan 14 - Jan 15](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-14&endDate=2026-01-15&selected=96064516&PinnedHotelID=96064516&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-14&endDate=2026-01-15&selected=96064516&PinnedHotelID=96064516&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Jan 16 - 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Sleeps 3 - 2 Large Single Beds ### View all photos for Standard Room ![Standard Room | Bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96070000/96064600/96064516/18e5ab52.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room ### Highlights TV Ceiling fan Private bathroom Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Junior Twin Room ![Junior Twin Room | Bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96070000/96064600/96064516/8ae38e4b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Junior Twin Room ### Highlights TV Ceiling fan Private bathroom Daily housekeeping - Partial sea view - Sleeps 3 - 2 Large Single Beds ### View all photos for Presidential Room ![Presidential Room | Bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96070000/96064600/96064516/a80590d5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Presidential Room ### Highlights TV Ceiling fan Private bathroom Daily housekeeping - Ocean view - Sleeps 4 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Standard Double Room ![Standard Double Room | Bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96070000/96064600/96064516/05e37be3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Double Room ### Highlights TV Ceiling fan Private bathroom Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Superior Quadruple Room ![Superior Quadruple Room | Bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96070000/96064600/96064516/a31e5a40.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Quadruple Room ### Highlights TV Ceiling fan Private bathroom Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 4 - 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds ### View all photos for Standard Room ![Standard Room | Bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96070000/96064600/96064516/783a5005.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room ### Highlights TV Ceiling fan Private bathroom Daily housekeeping - Partial sea view - 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FSanta-Marta-Hotels-La-Ballena-Azul-Hotel.h96064516.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FSanta-Marta-Hotels-La-Ballena-Azul-Hotel.h96064516.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C11.26574%2C-74.19086&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=lykhHtD4vk-kUNQZSb24ho3Fsh4=) 18-02 Cra. 1, Santa Marta, Magdalena, 470001 #### What's nearby - Taganga Beach \- 2 min walk \- 0.1 miles - Grande Beach \- 15 min walk \- 0.8 miles - Playaca \- 6 min drive \- 1.3 miles - Parque de los Novios \- 14 min drive \- 3.4 miles - Rodadero Beach \- 25 min drive \- 7.1 miles #### Getting around - Santa Marta (SMR-Simon Bolivar) - 40 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Kiosko Lucemar - ‬3 min walk - ‪Restaurante Hotel Ballena Azul - ‬1 min walk - ‪Estadero La 19 - ‬6 min drive - ‪Casita Del Mar - ‬5 min walk - ‪Hotel Tnt Mirador - ‬13 min walk ## About this property ### La Ballena Azul Hotel Property highlights La Ballena Azul Hotel provides everything that you need. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - Free self-parking - Smoke-free property More conveniences in all rooms include: - Bathrooms with showers and soap - TVs with cable channels - Ceiling fans and daily housekeeping ## Similar properties ![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45390000/45380400/45380355/910e452c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Vito Hotel Boutique Taganga Santa Marta - Breakfast included - Spa - Pet-friendly - Parking included 9.6 Exceptional 21 reviews £50 additional charges may apply 29 Jan - 30 Jan [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-29&endDate=2026-01-30&selected=45380355&PinnedHotelID=45380355&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5810000/5801400/5801336/820f110b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Bahía Taganga Hotel Santa Marta - Pool - Breakfast included - Kids’ pool - Free Wi-Fi 7.2 Good 106 reviews £63 additional charges may apply 14 Jan - 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10:00 PM Front desk staffed during limited hours This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Renovations and closures The following facilities will be closed during January, February, March, April, May and June: - Parking area ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - You may be required to pay the following charge at the property: Colombia value-added tax (VAT) at 19%. A VAT exemption is available to travellers who present a valid passport and tourist visa showing that they are not a resident of Colombia and who pay using a foreign card or via a bank transfer from outside Colombia. This exemption only applies to tourist package bookings (accommodation plus other travel services). We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts If you are travelling with a child, your property may require you to present the following documents: parents travelling into Colombia with a child under 18 may be required to present the child's birth certificate and photo ID (passport for non-Colombian citizens) at check-in. If a relative or legal guardian is travelling into Colombia with the child, that relative or legal guardian may be required to present a notarised consent of travel signed by both parents and a copy of both parents' ID. If only one parent is travelling into Colombia with the child, that parent may be required to present a notarised consent of travel signed by the other parent. Visitors who plan to travel with children should consult with a Colombian consulate office prior to travel for further guidance. ### Property is also known as La Ballena Azul Hotel Hotel La Ballena Azul Hotel Santa Marta La Ballena Azul Hotel Hotel Santa Marta ## Frequently asked questions ### Is La Ballena Azul Hotel pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at La Ballena Azul Hotel? ### How much is parking at La Ballena Azul Hotel? ### What time is check-in at La Ballena Azul Hotel? ### What time is check-out at La Ballena Azul Hotel? ### Where is La Ballena Azul Hotel located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## La Ballena Azul Hotel Reviews 8.8 ### Excellent All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.2 Cleanliness ### 7.2 Amenities ### 9.8 Staff & service ### 7.6 Eco-friendliness ### 8.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 4 8 - Good 3 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### Casper 15 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Thanks for the good service ##### Casper Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### LORINA 26 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Disliked: Amenities Right next to the beach and various restaurants. ##### LORINA Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Denisse Adriana 1 Dec 2023 Liked: Staff & service Regular ##### Denisse Adriana Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Iris J 7 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Todo estuvo bien sencillo perfecto para lo que estábamos requiriendo. ##### Iris J Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### sylvain 11 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities Bonjour l’hotel a perdu son charme sa porte avant qui donnait sur la plage as ete fermer pour des commerces le sites a droite pour ces dejeuner a ete transformer en une epicerie alimentaire en fait plus de dejeuner meme pas de toilette en attendant ma chambre et l’hotel n’as toujours pas d’eau chaude toutefois les chambres sont encore tres bien pour le prix et taganga reste pour moi un endroit plaisant a voir et sejourner !!! ##### sylvain Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jaime 14 Dec 2025 ##### Jaime Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chris 11 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities ##### Chris Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jaime 6 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities ##### Jaime Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Hotel Hildegard](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Omis-Hotels-Hotel-Hildegard-Omis.h57114498.Hotel-Information) > > [Hostels Windermere](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Windermere-Hostels.d5478-aaHostels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > > [Villas Las Palmas de Gran Canaria](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Las-Palmas-De-Gran-Canaria-Villas.d2117-aaVillas.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > > [4 Star Hotels in Portstewart](https://www.expedia.co.uk/4Star-Portstewart-Hotels.s40-0-d182725.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Cheap Hotels in Miami](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Miami-Hotels-Budget-Hotels.0-0-d178286-tBudgetHotels.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Le Meridien New York, Central Park by Marriott](https://www.expedia.co.uk/New-York-Hotels-Le-Meridien-New-York.h6468003.Hotel-Information) > > [Riad Awa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Marrakech-Hotels-Riad-Awa.h9046340.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Mayfair](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Paris-Hotels-Hotel-Mayfair.h44839.Hotel-Information) > > [JW Marriott Istanbul Bosphorus](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Istanbul-Hotels-JW-Marriott-Istanbul-Bosphorus.h42641512.Hotel-Information) > > [Al Seef Heritage Hotel Dubai, Curio Collection by Hilton](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Dubai-Hotels-Al-Seef-Heritage-Hotel-Dubai.h27546056.Hotel-Information) > > [Pandream Hotel Apartments](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Paphos-Hotels-Pandream-Hotel-Apartments.h200130.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel El Palace Barcelona](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Barcelona-Hotels-Hotel-El-Palace-Barcelona.h11700.Hotel-Information) > > [Croft Court Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-Croft-Court-Hotel.h15910821.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Amagatay Menorca](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Alayor-Hotels-Hotel-Antic-Menorca-Adults-Only.h34162850.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Flights from Hounslow (LHR) to Honolulu (HNL)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/lhr/hnl/london-to-honolulu) > > [Flights from Manchester (MAN) to Da Nang (DAD)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/man/dad/manchester-to-da-nang) > > [Flights from Entebbe (EBB) to Mombasa (MBA)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/ebb/mba/entebbe-to-mombasa) > > [Flights from Kastrup (CPH) to Bristol (BRS)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/cph/brs/copenhagen-to-bristol) > > [Flights from Bishop's Stortford (STN) to Nykoping (NYO)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/stn/nyo/london-to-nykoping) ### Cars ### Activities ### Packages > [Abbotsbury Sub-Tropical Gardens](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Abbotsbury-Sub-Tropical-Gardens-Weymouth.d6092169.Attraction) > > [Aqueduct of El Aguila](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Aqueduct-Of-El-Aguila-Nerja.d553248621594622027.Attraction) ### General ---