We have created a list with cool, unusual and unique hotels in Santa Marta, Colombia. We have also included accommodation in historic buildings, guest houses, apartments, romantic hotels, holiday homes, boats, monasteries, country houses and boutique hotels. 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 Ella Hofer & Maryna Kravets. Updated December 2023.
Country House.Very cosy. Great views. Popular among couples. Set in Santa Marta, 44 km from Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino and 47 km from Santa Marta Gold Museum, Casa AliBri offers a restaurant, sea views and free WiFi. With inner courtyard views, this accommodation features a terrace. Santa Marta Cathedral is 47 km from Casa AliBri, while Simon Bolivar Park is 47 km away. When staying at the country house, guests can use private entrance. The units are fitted with a private bathroom with a shower, while selected rooms here will provide you with a patio and others also have garden views. At the country house, units have bed linen and towels. Guests can relax in the garden at the property. The nearest airport is Simón Bolívar International Airport, 57 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Based on my research this is one of the most RELAXING AND ROMANTIC country houses in Santa Marta. It also has outstanding views and beautiful surroundings! It is very popular among couples travelling to Santa Marta.
Boutique hotel.Elegant. Great bar. Popular among couples. Located 200 metres from the commercial centre and 150 metres from the beach, Hotel Boutique Don Pepe offers free Wi-Fi and a personalized a la carte breakfast in Santa Marta. A restaurant, a spa, and an outdoor pool are featured on site. Gourmet dishes can be ordered at the restaurant and art exhibitions can be found regularly in the gallery. Providing a tranquil environment, the rooms and suites in Don Pepe feature private bathrooms with hot water, minibars, air conditioning, iPod docking stations and LCD satellite TVs. Guests at the vintage boutique hotel Don Pepe are welcome to relax in the hot tub and in the terrace. Hotel Boutique Don Pepe is 14 km from Simon Bolivar airport and free private parking is possible at a location nearby.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Charming. Rooftop pool. Placita Vieja Hotel Boutique Spa is located at Parque de Los Novios next to the restaurants and bars in the Historic Center of Santa Marta, 5 km from El Rodadero Beach. The property offers an outdoor pool, a terrace and sauna, and guests can enjoy a drink at the bar. Santa Marta Cathedral is 300 metres from Placita Vieja Hotel Boutique Spa, while The Gold Museum is 300 metres away. Rooms feature stylish décor and include air conditioning, minibar, workdesk and a security deposit box. Some rooms include a private bathroom with a sauna, free toiletries and a hair dryer are provided. Placita Vieja Hotel Boutique Spa features free WiFi throughout the property. A flat-screen TV is provided. There is a 24-hour front desk at the property. The hotel also offers bike hire. The nearest airport is Simón Bolívar International Airport, 14 km from Placita Vieja Hotel Boutique Spa.Show full description
Apartment.Rooftop pool. Popular among couples. El Cactus Luxury Apartments in Historic Center offers accommodation within 300 metres of the centre of Santa Marta, with free WiFi, and a kitchen with a stovetop, a minibar and kitchenware. Every guest at the 4-star property can enjoy garden views from the rooms, and has access to a year-round outdoor pool. The property offers soundproof units and is set 700 metres from Bahía de Santa Marta Beach. The apartment complex will provide guests with air-conditioned units offering a wardrobe, a coffee machine, a microwave, a fridge, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. Some units feature a terrace and/or a balcony with mountain or pool views. At the apartment complex, the units include bed linen and towels. Sightseeing tours are available within easy reach. Popular points of interest near the apartment include Santa Marta Cathedral, Santa Marta Gold Museum and Simon Bolivar Park. The nearest airport is Simón Bolívar International, 15 km from El Cactus Luxury Apartments in Historic Center, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Bed and Breakfast.Great value. Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, Casa San Sebastian is set in Santa Marta. Among the facilities at this property are luggage storage space and a tour desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino is 1.3 km from Casa San Sebastian, while Santa Marta Gold Museum is 5.7 km from the property. Staff on-site can arrange a shuttle service. The bed and breakfast with a terrace and garden views has 2 bedrooms, a living room, a TV, an equipped kitchen with an oven and a fridge, and 1 bathroom with a shower. Towels and bed linen are offered in the bed and breakfast. The property has an outdoor dining area. The bed and breakfast features a barbecue and a garden, which can be enjoyed by guests if the weather permits. The nearest airport is Simón Bolívar International, 16 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Hip. Great location. Ideally located in the centre of Santa Marta, Hotel Boutique La Solera Del Pozo offers American breakfast and free WiFi throughout the property. The property is around less than 1 km from Santa Marta Marina, 5.5 km from Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino and 7.6 km from Rodadero Sea Aquarium and Museum. The property is allergy-free and is set 300 metres from Bahía de Santa Marta Beach. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Santa Marta Cathedral, Santa Marta Gold Museum and Simon Bolivar Park. Complete with a private bathroom fitted with a shower and free toiletries, all guest rooms at the hotel have a flat-screen TV and air conditioning, and some rooms also feature a terrace. All units feature a safety deposit box. Hotel Boutique La Solera Del Pozo offers 4-star accommodation with an indoor pool. The nearest airport is Simón Bolívar International Airport, 15 km from Hotel Boutique La Solera Del Pozo.Show full description
This might be the coolest and most lively boutique hotel in Santa Marta.
Boutique hotel.Nice style. Lovely interior design. Located in Santa Marta, 1.8 km from Bahía de Santa Marta Beach, Camali Hotel provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. This 4-star hotel offers a shared kitchen, room service and free WiFi. Popular points of interest near the hotel include Santa Marta Gold Museum, Santa Marta Cathedral and Simon Bolivar Park. The accommodation offers a concierge service, a tour desk and currency exchange for guests. At the hotel, each room has a desk. Complete with a private bathroom equipped with a shower and free toiletries, guest rooms at Camali Hotel have a flat-screen TV and air conditioning, and selected rooms are fitted with a terrace. At the accommodation each room includes bed linen and towels. Camali Hotel offers a barbecue. The nearest airport is Simón Bolívar International, 17 km from Camali Hotel, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Delightful property. Superb interior design. Popular among women.Opened June 2022. Ideally situated in the centre of Santa Marta, Casa Rosa - Alma Hotels features air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace. This 4-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. Casa Rosa - Alma Hotels offers an à la carte or American breakfast. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Bahía de Santa Marta Beach, Santa Marta Gold Museum and Simon Bolivar Park. The hotel has a hot tub and a concierge service. At the hotel, the rooms have a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. All rooms will provide guests with a minibar. The nearest airport is Simón Bolívar International, 15 km from Casa Rosa - Alma Hotels, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Based on my research this is the most charming, well designed and stylish boutique hotel in Santa Marta. Soooo nice!
Boutique hotel.Historic property. Great bar. Popular among couples.Opened February 2022. In a prime location in the centre of Santa Marta, Comunidad Calle 13 Hotel Boutique offers air-conditioned rooms, an outdoor swimming pool, free WiFi and a terrace. This 3-star hotel offers a bar. Popular points of interest near Comunidad Calle 13 Hotel Boutique include Bahía de Santa Marta Beach, Santa Marta Gold Museum and Santa Marta Cathedral. The accommodation provides room service, a 24-hour front desk and currency exchange for guests. The units at the hotel come with a seating area and a flat-screen TV. Every room has a private bathroom equipped with a bidet and free toiletries, while certain rooms here will provide you with a kitchen fitted with a fridge. At Comunidad Calle 13 Hotel Boutique every room comes with bed linen and towels. The area is popular for cycling, and bike hire is available at the accommodation. The nearest airport is Simón Bolívar International Airport, 17 km from the hotel.Show full description
This is one of the most HISTORIC boutique hotels in Santa Marta. It also has an amazing hotel bar!
Boutique hotel.Creative. Great views. Located in Santa Marta, 13 km from Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino, Hotel Beyonda provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. With a terrace, the 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. Guests at the hotel will be able to enjoy activities in and around Santa Marta, like hiking. Santa Marta Gold Museum is 17 km from Hotel Beyonda, while Santa Marta Cathedral is 17 km away. Guests can enjoy American and British dishes at the restaurant or have a cocktail at the bar. At the hotel, each room is equipped with a wardrobe. At Hotel Beyonda each room has bed linen and towels. Guests at the accommodation can enjoy an American breakfast. Hotel Beyonda offers a barbecue. The nearest airport is Simón Bolívar International, 26 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
This might be the most creative boutique hotel in Santa Marta.
Boutique hotel.Historic. Great location. Popular among women. Set in a refurbished building dating from 1920, Casa Verde boasts chic interiors and free Wi-Fi. The courtyard features decorated tiled floors and a small pool. Taganga is a 15-minute drive and tour desk can offer tips for visiting Santa Marta’s attractions. Bolivar Square is an 8-minute walk from the hotel. Hotel Casa Verde has air-conditioned rooms and private bathrooms with showers. The suite features a balcony with views of the colonial-style Cathedral and courtyard. A full buffet breakfast with eggs, world famous Colombian coffee and fresh juices can be enjoyed daily. There is a 24-hour front desk and the airport is a 20-minute drive from the hotel.Show full description
Apartment.Nice interior design. Situated in Santa Marta, 300 metres from La Bahía de Santa Marta, Apartamento Ana boasts a terrace and views of the sea. Santa Marta Cathedral is 300 metres away. Santa Marta Gold Museum is 400 metres from Apartamento Ana, while Simon Bolivar Park is 400 metres from the property. Free WiFi is provided throughout the property. The accommodation is air conditioned and is equipped with a flat-screen TV. Some units feature a terrace and/or balcony with mountain views. There is also a kitchen, fitted with a toaster and fridge. A stovetop and coffee machine are also offered. There is a private bathroom with a bath or shower in every unit. Bed linen is featured. The nearest airport is Simón Bolívar International Airport, 14 km from the property.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Highly elegant. Nice surroundings. Popular among women.Opened December 2020. Situated in Santa Marta, 500 metres from El Rodadero Beach, Hotel Mandalas House by DOT Boutique features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. With a bar, the 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. Breakfast is available each morning, and includes à la carte, American and vegetarian options. The hotel has a hot tub and room service. At the hotel, all rooms come with a wardrobe. Rooms include a desk and a flat-screen TV, and some rooms at Hotel Mandalas House by DOT Boutique have a balcony. At the accommodation rooms are fitted with bed linen and towels. Salguero Beach is 1.8 km from Hotel Mandalas House by DOT Boutique, while Rodadero Sea Aquarium and Museum is 2.7 km from the property. The nearest airport is Simón Bolívar International Airport, 9 km from the hotel.Show full description
Based on my research this is one of the most ELEGANT boutique hotels in Santa Marta.
Boutique hotel. Conveniently set in the centre of Santa Marta, Casa Liz Hotel Boutique provides air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge and a terrace. 300 metres from Bahía de Santa Marta Beach and 400 metres from Santa Marta Cathedral, the property features a restaurant and a bar. Popular points of interest near Casa Liz Hotel Boutique include Santa Marta Gold Museum, Simon Bolivar Park and Santa Marta Marina. The accommodation offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and currency exchange for guests. At the hotel, each room includes a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. The nearest airport is Simón Bolívar International Airport, 15 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Rooftop pool. Offering an outdoor swimming pool, rooftop hot tubs and a spa, Hotel Boutique Casa Carolina is located next to San Francisco Monastery in Santa Marta's historic center, and 200 metres from Santa Marta beach and Simón Bolívar Square. The air-conditioned rooms, suites and apartments offer flat-screen satellite TVs, free Wi-Fi and bluetooth sound systems. Santa Marta International Airport is a 20-minute drive away. They also include a minibar and fridge, a safety deposit box, a desk and a private bathrooms with a hairdryer, bathrobe, hot shower and free toiletries. All rooms have a lounge area with a sofa bed and some have a balcony or terrace. Guests can find supermarkets and convenience stores within 200 metres. The nearest restaurants are just 300 metres away, and the property's on-site restaurant, Eli's is open all day. Other facilities offered at Casa Carolina include luggage storage, laundry service and concierge service. Transportation and tours are also offeredd, as well as private tours to Parque Tayrona inthe property's own speedboat. Secure public parking is available next to the hotel.Show full description
Guest House.Cosy. Set in Santa Marta, 5 km from El Rodadero Beach, Turispanish offers air-conditioned accommodation with free WiFi. Some rooms feature a private bathroom. Santa Marta Cathedral is 1.1 km away. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Santa Marta Gold Museum, Simon Bolivar Park and Santa Marta Marina. At the guest house the rooms have a patio. The units have a wardrobe. Turispanish offers daily free coffee. The nearest airport is Simón Bolívar International Airport, 14 km from the property.Show full description
Newly opened, February 2024. Basilica Hotel is well set in the centre of Santa Marta, and provides a terrace, free WiFi and a bar. This 4-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. The property is non-smoking and is located 400 metres from Bahía de Santa Marta Beach. Popular points of interest near the hotel include Santa Marta Cathedral, Santa Marta Gold Museum and Simon Bolivar Park. The nearest airport is Simón Bolívar International Airport, 17 km from Basilica Hotel.Show full description
Apartment hotel.Great views. Grand Marina Suites Santa Marta features accommodation within 500 metres of the centre of Santa Marta, with free WiFi, and a kitchen with a microwave, a stovetop and kitchenware. The aparthotel offers a spa experience, with its sauna, wellness packages and beauty services. The aparthotel will provide guests with air-conditioned units with a wardrobe, a coffee machine, an oven, a fridge, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a balcony and a private bathroom with a shower. At the aparthotel, units have bed linen and towels. Guests can make use of the sun terrace or the seasonal outdoor pool, or enjoy views of the sea and mountain. All units have private entrance. A buffet breakfast is available each morning at the aparthotel. A bar can be found on-site. For guests with children, Grand Marina Suites Santa Marta provides kids pool. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Bahía de Santa Marta Beach, Santa Marta Marina and Santa Marta Cathedral. The nearest airport is Simón Bolívar International, 15 km from Grand Marina Suites Santa Marta, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Guest House.Relaxing atmosphere. Great views. Casa Mediterranea in Santa Marta provides adults-only accommodation with a garden and a shared lounge. The property features sea and mountain views, and is 1.7 km from Bello Horizonte. Rodadero Sea Aquarium and Museum is 11 km from the guest house, while Santa Marta Cathedral is 14 km away. The accommodation provides free WiFi throughout the property, as well as a terrace and a traditional restaurant. Accessible via private entrance, all units have air conditioning, soundproofing, wardrobe and a private bathroom with a walk-in shower. Units are fitted with a dressing room. At the guest house, all units include bed linen and towels. The nearest airport is Simón Bolívar International, 4 km from Casa Mediterranea, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Holiday Home. Located in the centre of Santa Marta, just 800 metres from Bahía de Santa Marta Beach and 400 metres from Santa Marta Cathedral, Casa de la tierra offers accommodation with city views and free WiFi. With inner courtyard views, this accommodation features a patio. Popular points of interest near Casa de la tierra include Santa Marta Gold Museum, Simon Bolivar Park and Santa Marta Marina. The holiday home also offers facilities for disabled guests. The spacious holiday home is equipped with 2 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with garden views. The holiday home also provides a seating area, washing machine and 3 bathrooms with free toiletries. The property has an outdoor dining area. The holiday home features a barbecue and a garden. The nearest airport is Simón Bolívar International Airport, 15 km from the accommodation.Show full description
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