El Rodadero

Santa Marta
Rodadero Beach showing a coastal town, a hotel and a sandy beach
Rodadero Beach featuring boating and a sandy beach as well as an individual male
Rodadero Beach featuring general coastal views, a coastal town and a high rise building
Rodadero Beach which includes general coastal views, landscape views and island views
Rodadero Beach showing a beach and boating

Popular places to visit

Rodadero Beach featuring boating, a beach and a coastal town

Rodadero Beach

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 street scenes, a city and heritage elements

Parque de Los Novios

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

Rodadero Sea Aquarium and Museum

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

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 showing a church or cathedral and heritage elements

Santa Marta Cathedral

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
Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino showing a memorial as well as a small group of people

Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino

Visit the 17th-century villa and art museum made famous as the place where the famous military leader Simón Bolívar died.

Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino

Things to do

Cristal Beach

Tayrona Park - Cristal Beach

P3,176
per adult
Tayrona Park - Cristal Beach
Minca - Coffee And Cocoa Tour

Minca - Coffee And Cocoa Tour

P4,562
per adult
Minca - Coffee And Cocoa Tour
Playa Blanca Con Almuerzo

Playa Blanca Con Almuerzo

P1,518
per adult
Playa Blanca Con Almuerzo
Lost City Trek

Lost City Trek [Ciudad Perdida Tour] from Santa Marta & Taganga

P33,449
per adult
Lost City Trek [Ciudad Perdida Tour] from Santa Marta & Taganga
From Santa Marta: Tayrona National Park Guided Tour

From Santa Marta: Tayrona National Park Guided Tour

P3,275
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
From Santa Marta: Tayrona National Park Guided Tour
Natural National Park Tayrona

Natural National Park Tayrona (santa Marta)

P8,258
per adult
Natural National Park Tayrona (santa Marta)
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Top hotels in El Rodadero

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 P3,582 per night from 13 Jan to 14 Jan
P3,582
P3,582 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 13 - Jan 14, 2025
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 ...
8/10 Very Good! (344 reviews)
"The room with the beach view balcony was great."

Reviewed on Dec 3, 2024

Hotel be La Sierra
HOTEL KARAYA DIVE RESORT
HOTEL KARAYA DIVE RESORT
3.5 out of 5
Calle 12 No. 2-38 Rodadero, Santa Marta
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Santa Marta. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Rodadero Beach and Arrecife ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (37 reviews)
"Nice property and location. Good to get certified if ready! The staff, no comment"

Reviewed on Oct 23, 2024

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Del Mar Hotel
Del Mar Hotel
3 out of 5
Calle 8 No 2 - 78, Rodadero, Santa Marta, Magdalena
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Santa Marta. Enjoy a 24-hour front desk, an airport shuttle (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise ...
9/10 Wonderful! (372 reviews)
"Close to the beach"

Reviewed on Dec 18, 2024

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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 P10,250 per night from 25 Dec to 26 Dec
P10,250
P10,572 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 25 - Dec 26
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Santa Marta. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Popular attractions Rodadero Beach and Arrecife Shopping Center ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (151 reviews)
"El personal todos en total , y la Atención muy buena, las Personas del Restaurante y las Comidas muy especiales y Sabrosas"

Reviewed on Nov 1, 2024

Terrazas Tayrona Travelers Apartamentos y Suites
The Garden Suites
The Garden Suites
3 out of 5
Calle 17 N. 1B 34 Rodadero, Santa Marta, Magdalena
The price is P3,517 per night from 24 Dec to 25 Dec
P3,517
P3,517 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 24 - Dec 25
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Santa Marta. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Rodadero Beach and Arrecife Shopping ...
9/10 Wonderful! (26 reviews)
"Great location. Comfortable. Needs a bit more character. Maybe some inexpensive wall art and plants. The ones there are in pretty bad shape. Mary and Viviana, our hostesses are very kind, sweet, caring. Guided us and provided useful tips . Mary did recommend we go to a local eatery: Beer Garden where ..."

Reviewed on Dec 4, 2024

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Hotel ADAZ Mediterraneo
Hotel ADAZ Mediterraneo
3 out of 5
1320 Cra. 5, Santa Marta, Magdalena
The price is P3,170 per night from 25 Dec to 26 Dec
P3,170
P3,772 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 25 - Dec 26
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Santa Marta. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Rodadero Beach and Arrecife Shopping ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (9 reviews)
"Excellent service and good quality"

Reviewed on Feb 12, 2024

Hotel ADAZ Mediterraneo
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Other neighbourhoods around El Rodadero

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Bavaria

When in Bavaria, you can plan a visit to Santa Marta Cathedral and Parque de Los Novios, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Bavaria
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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 Bahia de Santa Marta.

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

Historic Center

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 Beach might round out your trip.

Historic Center
Historic Center showing street scenes and a city

Barrio Centro

If you're spending some time in Barrio Centro, Parque de Los Novios and Santa Marta Cathedral are top sights worth seeing.

Barrio Centro
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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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Norte

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

Norte

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