We have created a list with the best castle hotels near Santa Marta, Colombia. We have also included hotels in resorts and historic properties. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Anna Pinto & Ted Valentin. Updated March 2024.
Charming. Superb breakfast. Casa Colonial is a quaint red and white guest house decorated with ornamental grids and palm trees in the El Prado District. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi and complimentary parking. The spacious rooms at Hotel Casa Colonial are filled with traditional solid wood furniture. All have air conditioning, an LCD and cable TV and en suite bathrooms. A daily breakfast with natural juice, bread rolls and jams served in the guest room, or in the garden. Guests can also make use of the Colonial´s room service option. Hotel Casa Colonial is 13 km from Ernesto Cortissoz Airport. The 24-hour front desk means guests can come and go at their own convenience.Show full description
I think this is one of the most charming, historic and luxurious small hotels in Santa Marta! WOW!
Beach front location. Very cosy. Great location. Situated in Buritaca, a few steps from Playa Buritaca, Hotel Tay Beach features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, room service and a concierge service, along with free WiFi. Guests can make use of a bar. With a private bathroom fitted with a shower and free toiletries, some rooms at the hotel also feature a sea view. At Hotel Tay Beach the rooms include bed linen and towels. The accommodation offers a sun terrace. You can play billiards and table tennis at Hotel Tay Beach. The nearest airport is Simón Bolívar International, 64 km from the hotel, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
I would describe this as one of the most ELEGANT small hotels in Santa Marta. It also has a great location, lovely pool facilities and a great SPA.
Great restaurant. Just 100 metres from Pozos Colorados Beach, the hotel offers a swimming pool, 2 tennis courts and a disco bar. Guests can dine on a pirate ship shaped restaurant. Hotel Decameron Galeon has gym facilities and offers water bikes, kayaking trips, and live performances. The Galeon Decameron is surrounded by palm trees and offers air-conditioned rooms with cable TV and views of the scenery. All rooms have private bathrooms with toiletries. Rococó Restaurant has sea-food specialties and Panasiático Restaurant offers Asian-fusion dishes. Guests can relax with a tropical cocktail at Cocos beach bar or Caiman, the poolside bar. Santa Marta’s commercial area is 1 km away. Shuttles to Simon Bolivar Airport, a 15-minute drive, are possible. When booking 5 rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements may apply.Show full description
Delightful property. Comfortable beds. Located in Minca, 22 km from Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino, Colores de la Sierra provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. Among the various facilities of this property are a terrace, a bar and barbecue facilities. The hotel also features free WiFi as well as a paid airport shuttle service. At the hotel, all rooms have a balcony with a mountain view. At Colores de la Sierra each room includes a private bathroom and bed linen. At the accommodation you will find a restaurant serving Caribbean cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and vegan options can also be requested. You can play billiards and darts at Colores de la Sierra, and the area is popular for hiking. Santa Marta Gold Museum is 26 km from the hotel, while Santa Marta Cathedral is 26 km away. The nearest airport is Simón Bolívar International Airport, 32 km from Colores de la Sierra.Show full description
The most beautiful, well designed and peaceful small hotel in Santa Marta. It also has super comfortable beds and beautiful surroundings. WOW!
Elegant. Cosy rooms. Popular among couples. Located 100 metres from the sea, this beach resort offers onsite marine activities, a fitness centre, and an outdoor swimming pool. Some rooms have panoramic sea views and free Wi-Fi access. All rooms in Irotama XXI feature a kitchenette, private bathroom, and satellite TV. Newspapers are delivered daily to each room. Guests Irotama XXI can arrange golf lessons at the practice court or engage in a tennis match. Activities for children are provided, as well as massage sessions. Simon Bolivar Airport in Santa Marta is 2 km away. Free private parking is possible on site.Show full description
Close to beach front. Relaxing atmosphere. Great location. Featuring a spa and a garden, Sublime by Playa la Roca EcoHotel offers accommodation by the sea in Palomino. Full board is provided. Santa Marta city centre is 71 km away. Decorated with wooden floors and ceiling, rooms at Playa la Roca afford sea views. All of them have fans and private bathrooms. Some rooms have a hammock. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are served daily. Guests can benefit from beauty treatments at the spa or request massage sessions. They can also relax in the garden or hike to explore the surroundings. Sublime by Playa la Roca EcoHotel is 25 km from Tayrona National Park and 80 km from Santa Marta Airport.Show full description
Based on my research this is one of the most RELAXING AND STYLISH resorts in Santa Marta. It also has a great beach front location!
Beach front location. Unique. Great value. Located 100 metres from the beach, Irotama Resort offers on-site marine activities, 3 outdoor swimming pools and a spa and fitness centre. WiFi is available. Activities for children are organised. There are complimentary airport-pick ups. Bungalows at Irotama Resort feature a private bathroom, satellite TV, and minibar. Some room types offer sea views. Room service is provided. Guests at Irotama can arrange golf practices and tennis matches. Dining is available at one of the resort's 9 restaurants and guests can enjoy a drink on one of the 3 bars. Additionally, massage sessions and car rentals can also be arranged upon request. Simon Bolivar Airport is 2 km away. Free private parking is possible on site. Every guests receives a free souvenir upon arrival.Show full description
Opened April 2023. Set in Santa Marta, 1.2 km from Bello Horizonte, SGH Castillo Aqua offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. Offering a restaurant, the property also has a bar, as well as an indoor pool. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi. At the hotel, rooms are fitted with a patio with a garden view. At SGH Castillo Aqua all rooms are equipped with air conditioning and a private bathroom. Guests at the accommodation can enjoy an American breakfast. You can play table tennis at SGH Castillo Aqua. Rodadero Sea Aquarium and Museum is 12 km from the hotel, while Santa Marta Cathedral is 15 km away. The nearest airport is Simón Bolívar International Airport, 1 km from SGH Castillo Aqua.Show full description
Set in Minca, 18 km from Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino, MINCA Chunuu - glamping - coworking MINCA offers accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a garden. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a kids' club and a shared lounge, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property has a hot tub, karaoke and room service. At the hotel the rooms come with bed linen and towels. Guests at MINCA Chunuu - glamping - coworking MINCA can enjoy an American breakfast. The accommodation offers a terrace. You can play billiards and table tennis at this 4-star hotel, and the area is popular for cycling. Staff at MINCA Chunuu - glamping - coworking MINCA are available to provide information at the 24-hour front desk. Santa Marta Gold Museum is 22 km from the hotel, while Santa Marta Cathedral is 22 km from the property. The nearest airport is Simón Bolívar International, 28 km from MINCA Chunuu - glamping - coworking MINCA, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
With Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino reachable in 32 km, Hostal Sierra Minca offers accommodation, a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool, a fitness centre and a garden. Some units feature a terrace and/or a balcony with city or mountain views. An American breakfast is available every morning at the lodge. Guests at Hostal Sierra Minca can enjoy billiards on site, or go hiking or cycling in the surroundings. Santa Marta Gold Museum is 35 km from the accommodation, while Santa Marta Cathedral is 35 km from the property. The nearest airport is Simón Bolívar International, 44 km from Hostal Sierra Minca, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Boasting pool with a view and views of sea, CASA DE CAMPO CASTILLETE dentro del PARQUE TAYRONA is a recently renovated campground situated in Santa Marta, 90 metres from Castilletes Beach. There is an in-house restaurant, plus free private parking and free WiFi are available. The campground has family rooms. Guests at the campground can enjoy an American breakfast. Sightseeing tours are available in the vicinity of the property. Guests at CASA DE CAMPO CASTILLETE dentro del PARQUE TAYRONA can enjoy hiking nearby, or make the most of the garden. Canaveral Beach is 2.4 km from the accommodation, while Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino is 37 km from the property. The nearest airport is Simón Bolívar International, 50 km from CASA DE CAMPO CASTILLETE dentro del PARQUE TAYRONA, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
This 18th century building is located in the historic Viejo Prado district in Barranquilla. The hotel features an outdoor swimming pool with sun terrace and free Wi-Fi. The décor of Majestic combines French and Arab influences. The rooms are spacious and include air conditioning, cable TV and a seating area. As well as the American breakfast, local and international dishes are served in the hotel's restaurant during the evening. Guests can also make use of the barbecue facility, located at the pool. Hotel Majestic is situated 12 km from Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport, 2 km from Amira De La Rosa Theatre and 1 block from Shopping Centro Commercial. Free parking is available.Show full description
Located in Palomino, within 500 metres of Palomino Beach, Kawabonga is an accommodation offering garden views. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, full-day security and luggage storage space, along with free WiFi throughout the property. There is free private parking and the property provides paid airport shuttle service. At the guest house, each unit is equipped with a outdoor furniture. Some units include a terrace and/or a balcony with mountain or pool views. At the guest house, all units have bed linen and towels. Guests at the guest house can enjoy an à la carte or an American breakfast. There is a coffee shop and bar. Guests can make the most of the garden, outdoor swimming pool and yoga classes on offer at Kawabonga. You can play billiards and table tennis at the accommodation. The nearest airport is Riohacha Airport, 89 km from Kawabonga.Show full description
Beach front location. Elegant. Amazing pool. Featuring a hot tub, a pool, a fitness centre and a tennis court, Zuana Beach Resort offers rooms with free Wi-Fi and plasma TVs in Santa Marta, only 30 metres from Bello Horizonte Beach. Bright and spacious, rooms at Zuana Beach Resort are fitted with air conditioning and fans. All of them have private bathrooms. A buffet breakfast is served daily. International dishes can be ordered at the property’s restaurant. Zuana Beach Resort is 14 km from Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino and 7 km from Rodadero Beach Club. Simon Bolivar Airport is 2.3 km away, and airport transfers can be arranged at an extra cost.Show full description
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