El Rodadero

Santa Marta

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

Popular places to visit

Rodadero Beach showing boating, a sandy beach and a coastal town

Rodadero Beach

4/5(19 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.

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

Parque de los Novios

4/5(10 reviews)

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 featuring rugged coastline, a luxury hotel or resort and general coastal views

Rodadero Sea Aquarium and Museum

4.5/5(2 reviews)

Take the kids to visit the sea creatures at Rodadero Sea Aquarium and Museum during your trip to Santa Marta. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Rodadero Sea Aquarium and Museum
Ciudad Perdida

Ciudad Perdida

5/5(3 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Santa Marta with a trip to Ciudad Perdida. Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.

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

Santa Marta Cathedral

4/5(16 reviews)

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

5/5(1 review)

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

Santa Marta: Tayrona Park Private Hike to Cabo San Juan

Santa Marta: Tayrona Park Hike to Cabo San Juan

CA $169
per adult
Santa Marta: Tayrona Park Hike to Cabo San Juan
Tubing and Seviaka Indigenous People Tour

Tubing and Seviaka Indigenous People Tour

CA $124
per adult
Tubing and Seviaka Indigenous People Tour
Fiesta Blanca Tour in Santa Marta with Sunset and Open Bar

Fiesta Blanca Tour in Santa Marta with Sunset and Open Bar

CA $67
per adult
Fiesta Blanca Tour in Santa Marta with Sunset and Open Bar
Minca - Coffee And Cocoa Tour

Minca - Coffee And Cocoa Tour

CA $108
per adult
Minca - Coffee And Cocoa Tour
From Santa Marta: Tayrona National Park Guided Tour

From Santa Marta: Tayrona National Park Guided Tour

CA $91
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
From Santa Marta: Tayrona National Park Guided Tour
Santa Marta Bay: Sunnset on a sail boat

Santa Marta Bay: Sunset on a sail boat

CA $63
per adult
Santa Marta Bay: Sunset on a sail boat
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El Rodadero Hotel Deals

HOTEL KARAYA DIVE RESORT

HOTEL KARAYA DIVE RESORT

4 out of 5
Calle 12 No. 2-38 Rodadero, Santa Marta
The price is CA $104 per night from Aug 21 to Aug 22
CA $104
CA $104 total
Aug 21 - Aug 22
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Santa Marta. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Rodadero Beach and Arrecife ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (68 reviews)
"We were very pleased with the friendliness and helpfulness of the staff. The food in the restaurant was delicious! Our experience there was very enjoyable."

Reviewed on Jul. 25, 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
The price is CA $100 per night from Aug 15 to Aug 16
CA $100
CA $100 total
Aug 15 - Aug 16
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Santa Marta. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
7.8/10 Good! (375 reviews)
"The location of the hotel is the reason I selected this hotel. Breakfast was good, however, salt should be reduced. The dinning area is too small."

Reviewed on Aug. 11, 2025

Hotel be La Sierra
Hotel Tamacá Beach Resort

Hotel Tamacá Beach Resort

3.5 out of 5
Carrera 2a No. 11A - 98, Santa Marta, Magdalena
The price is CA $189 per night from Sep 14 to Sep 15
CA $189
CA $189 total
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Santa Marta. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (315 reviews)
"Very safe area"

Reviewed on Aug. 10, 2025

Hotel Tamacá Beach Resort
The Garden Suites

The Garden Suites

3 out of 5
Calle 17 N. 1B 34 Rodadero, Santa Marta, Magdalena
The price is CA $68 per night from Sep 5 to Sep 6
CA $68
CA $68 total
Sep 5 - Sep 6
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Santa Marta. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Rodadero Beach and Arrecife Shopping ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (58 reviews)
"La propiedad y las personas que nos atendieron fueron increíbles. muy agradecido con la atención de Jesus y la muchacha dela limpieza fueron muy atentos. También el desayuno fue espectacular, solo que me hubiese gustado mas opciones; y también una unidad con cocina pero será para la próxima ya que ..."

Reviewed on Jul. 19, 2025

The Garden Suites
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
The price is CA $69 per night from Aug 16 to Aug 17
CA $69
CA $77 total
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Stay at this 3.5-star apartment in Santa Marta. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, 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 Jul. 24, 2025

Terrazas Tayrona Travelers Apartamentos y Suites
Perla Roca Hotel Boutique - Beach Front

Perla Roca Hotel Boutique - Beach Front

3.5 out of 5
Bahía de Puerto Puerto, Santa Marta, Magdalena
The price is CA $160 per night from Aug 20 to Aug 21
CA $160
CA $160 total
Aug 20 - Aug 21
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Santa Marta. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Rodadero Beach and Mundo Marino Aquarium ...
Perla Roca Hotel Boutique - Beach Front
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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 Los Cocos might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Santa Marta Bay and Parque de los Novios.

Los Cocos
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Barrio Alambique

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Barrio Alambique and surrounding area, you can visit Parque de los Novios and Santa Marta Bay.

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

Historic Center

4/5(33 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

While Pueblito isn't home to many top sights, Parque de los Novios and Santa Marta Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

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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