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Beachfront
Decameron Galeon ★★★
Santa Marta Resort
Beachfront stay with direct access, pools, and a spa in Santa Marta.
Beach hotels · Magdalena · Colombia
We reviewed 81 hotels across Santa Marta's coastline and selected the best 50 beachfront stays.
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Beachfront
Santa Marta Resort
Beachfront stay with direct access, pools, and a spa in Santa Marta.
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Top-rated resort
Santa Marta
A 5-star resort with high guest ratings, multiple pools, and a free airport shuttle in Santa Marta.
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Beachfront & Adults Only
Santa Marta Guest house
An adults-only beachfront hotel with a pool, spa, and lively entertainment, just a short walk from the sand.
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Family-friendly
Santa Marta
A 5-star beach resort with pools, a spa, and a kids club, praised for its food and service.
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Beachfront resort
Santa Marta
A 5-star beachfront stay with a private beach, standout pool, and a kids club that keeps little ones happy.
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Beachfront calm
Santa Marta
Beachfront calm near Rodadero, with spacious rooms, pool, and free parking.
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Beachfront family pick
Santa Marta
Beachfront resort in El Rodadero with a pool that opens to the sand and staff that go out of their way for families.
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Beach resort
Santa Marta
Beachfront resort with a private beach area, outdoor pool, and spa, steps from supermarkets and easy access to Rodadero.
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Rooftop pool & sea views
Santa Marta
Rooftop pool, sea views, and free parking – all within a short walk of Parque de Los Novios.
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Beach proximity
Santa Marta
A comfortable stay steps from El Rodadero beach, with an outdoor pool and friendly staff.
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Beach proximity
Santa Marta
A modern 4-star with a rooftop pool and free parking, steps from Bello Horizonte Beach.
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Beach proximity
Santa Marta Guest house
An easy-going Santa Marta stay with garden views, free parking and a short walk to Rodadero beach.
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Beachfront modern
Santa Marta
Modern hotel steps from El Rodadero beach, with an infinity pool and highly rated staff.
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Beachfront
Santa Marta
Beachfront hotel with high guest ratings, a large pool, and spacious rooms – a solid base for exploring Santa Marta.
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Pool & Garden Views
Santa Marta
Garden-view rooms, a pool with jacuzzis, and a location near the beach and local eateries—all with free parking.
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Seafront Value
A seafront base with spacious rooms and a friendly team, steps from the Old City and the beach.
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Beach Club Residence
Santa Marta
A beach club residence with a high-rated pool, free parking, and easy airport access.
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Rooftop Pool
Santa Marta
A 6-minute walk from Parque de Los Novios, this 4-star has a rooftop pool, fitness centre, and high guest ratings.
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Central & Reliable
Santa Marta
A dependable base near the beach and Gold Museum, with a pool, sea views, and 24-hour reception at a fair price.
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Beachfront
Santa Marta
A beachfront hotel with a private beach, spa, and free airport shuttle, steps from the Palacio Municipal.
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Family Beach Resort
Santa Marta
A beachfront family resort with an impressive pool, free airport shuttle and spacious suites – a solid base for a Santa Marta holiday.
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Historic Center Stay
Santa Marta
Modern rooms, free parking, and a rooftop pool in Santa Marta's historic center — a reliable base for exploring the coast.
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Central & Clean
Santa Marta
Central Santa Marta hotel with clean rooms, friendly staff, and breakfast included – great value near the beach.
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Pool & Parking
Santa Marta
A 39-room hotel with an outdoor pool and free parking, a 25-minute walk from Playa Blanca in El Rodadero.
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Pool & location
Pool, air-con, and a 5-minute walk to Sesquicentenario Park.
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Pool & Central
Santa Marta
A reliable 3-star base in El Rodadero with a pool, friendly staff, and a location close to restaurants and transport.
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Beachfront value
Santa Marta
A short walk from El Rodadero beach, this family-run hotel offers free parking, a pool, and spacious rooms.
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Pool & free parking
Santa Marta
A practical 3-star base next to El Rodadero beach, with a pool, free parking and family-friendly rooms.
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Beach proximity
Santa Marta
Family-run guesthouse steps from the beach with high staff scores and air-conditioned rooms.
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Garden Guesthouse
Santa Marta Guest house
Stay in a garden-side guesthouse with a patio, air conditioning, and beach access a short drive from Canaveral.
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Beachfront Adults Only
Adults-only beachfront hostel with a top-rated bar, free parking, and direct beach access in Santa Marta.
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Beachfront & self-catering
Santa Marta Aparthotel
A self-catering beachfront stay with an infinity pool and free parking, a short walk from Cabo Tortuga.
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Social & Lively
Colonial hostel with a pool, live music, and a lively social scene near the beach.
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Pet-Friendly
Santa Marta
A calm, pet-friendly guest house with patio views and parking — just 10 minutes from the Gold Museum.
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Beach base
Santa Marta Guest house
A beachside base in El Rodadero with pet-friendly rooms, air conditioning, and an 8.5 guest rating for rooms.
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Adults-only beach
Santa Marta
An adults-only beachfront retreat with a pool, jacuzzi, and a garden—just steps from the sand.
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Pool & friendly staff
Santa Marta
A welcoming 3-star in El Rodadero with a pool, breakfast, and staff who go out of their way to help.
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Central & Self-Catering
Santa Marta Aparthotel
Self-catering apartments in central Rodadero, steps from the beach and a short walk to local eateries.
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Beachfront value
A beachfront former hotel with a pool, rooftop bar, and private beach access, just a short walk from Playa Salguero.
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Beachfront
Santa Marta
A beachfront stay with sea views, a pool, and a relaxed garden—close to El Rodadero and the airport.
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Pet-friendly
Santa Marta
A relaxed Santa Marta stay with free parking and a pet-friendly policy, about a 20-minute walk from Marine World Aquarium.
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Family-run & beach-close
Santa Marta
A family-run hotel just steps from Rodadero Beach, praised for spacious rooms, free parking and a genuinely friendly welcome.
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Practical & central
Santa Marta
A straightforward Santa Marta stay with bike rentals and family rooms, steps from Camellon Rodrigo de Bastidas Park.
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Boutique & Pool
Santa Marta
A central boutique hotel with an outdoor pool, beach access, and pet-friendly policies.
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Pool & Parking
Santa Marta
A well-rated stay near the beach and airport with a rooftop pool, free parking, and pet-friendly rooms.
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Beachfront resort
Santa Marta
A sprawling beachfront resort with pools, a spa, and enough activities to fill a week – all a short walk from shops and restaurants.
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Beachfront stay
Santa Marta
Beachfront bungalows with a private beach, free airport shuttle, and family-friendly amenities in Santa Marta.
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Beachfront
Santa Marta
Beachfront hotel across from Santa Marta Bay with rooftop breakfast, clean rooms and welcoming staff.
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Beach All-Inclusive
Santa Marta
All-inclusive beachside stay with a pool, mountain views and high marks for rooms and service.
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Good value
Santa Marta
A solid 2-star base in El Rodadero with strong staff ratings and free Wi-Fi, just a 14-minute stroll from the waterfront.
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Santa Marta’s beach resorts are concentrated along the Rodadero and Playa Dormida stretches, offering direct sand access, pools, and family-focused amenities. The top-rated options include Santa Marta Marriott Resort Playa Dormida (rating 9.2) and Ghl Relax Hotel Costa Azul (rating 9.1), both praised for their beachfront settings and spacious rooms. For a more exclusive feel, Casa Verano Beach Hotel – Adults Only (rating 9.2) provides a peaceful, adults-only retreat steps from the sand. If you’re traveling with kids, Tamaca Beach Resort and Zuana Beach Resort stand out for their pools and kids clubs, while all-inclusive seekers should consider Hotel Porto Horizonte All Inclusive By Oxohotel, which bundles meals and drinks.
Truly beachfront hotels in Santa Marta are a mix of large resorts and smaller seafront spots. The five-star giants, like Hotel Irotama Lago, Santa Marta Marriott Resort Playa Dormida, and Hotel Irotama Del Sol, offer private beach areas and resort-style facilities. At the other end, budget-friendly beachfront options include Hotel Sol Inn Santa Marta (from COP 97,265) and Tama Hotel Santa Marta (from COP 141,191), both providing direct sea views and easy beach access. For a balance of location and value, Hotel Bahia Blanca Santa Marta Frente Al Mar sits right on the seafront near the Old City, with rooms starting at COP 72,164.
Zuana Beach Resort has the lowest starting price of the beachfront properties on this page, with rooms from COP 47,064. For a budget-friendly seafront stay, Park Hotel offers rates from COP 53,339 and is located near the beach and the Gold Museum.
The top-rated beach hotels are Santa Marta Marriott Resort Playa Dormida and Casa Verano Beach Hotel – Adults Only, both with a guest rating of 9.2. Ghl Relax Hotel Costa Azul follows closely at 9.1.
El Rodadero is the most popular beachfront district, with resorts like Tamaca Beach Resort and Hotel Be La Sierra steps from the sand. For a quieter experience, consider the Bello Horizonte area, where Hotel Santorini Resort offers a rooftop pool near the beach. The historic center is also an option, with hotels like Hotel Tayromar providing beach proximity along with old-town charm.
Prices vary widely: you can book a beach resort from as low as COP 47,064 at Zuana Beach Resort, while premium options like Hotel Irotama Lago start at COP 564,766. The typical price for a beach hotel is around COP 160,017.
Yes, Hotel Porto Horizonte All Inclusive By Oxohotel is an all-inclusive beachside stay with a pool and mountain views, starting at COP 263,557. Zuana Beach Resort also offers all-inclusive options, though prices vary.
Santa Marta’s beach hotels cluster along two very different shores. The Rodadero strip is the liveliest, with family-friendly resorts like Tamaca Beach Resort and Hotel Be La Sierra stepping directly onto the sand. Head further north toward Bello Horizonte and you’ll find quieter, more exclusive properties such as Hotel Santorini Resort. A few places in the historic center, like Hotel Tayromar, offer beach vibes with old-town charm, blending colonial streets with quick access to the bay.
At the entry end, you can secure a beachside base for around COP 50,000 per night at places like Park Hotel, while premium five-star resorts like Hotel Irotama Lago command prices above COP 500,000. Most properties in the mid-range sit between COP 100,000 and COP 300,000, offering pools, free parking, and often breakfast. The value is heavily concentrated in the 3- and 4-star bracket, where you get beachfront locations and solid ratings without the resort premium.
These beach hotels are perfect for travelers who want the Caribbean right at their doorstep – from budget-friendly hostels to luxury family resorts. If you’re not set on beachfront, you’ll find more options in our comprehensive Hotels in Santa Marta page. For airport convenience, check out Airport hotels in Santa Marta. Families heading to the coast might also like our Family Friendly hotels, while those on a budget should explore Cheap and budget hotels. If relaxation is your priority, our Spa hotels page has alternatives with wellness facilities.