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

P3,623
per adult
Tayrona Park - Cristal Beach
Full Day Tour in Playa Cristal and Tayrona Park with Pickup

Full Day Tour to Tayrona Park with Bath in Playa Cristal

P2,731
per adult
Full Day Tour to Tayrona Park with Bath in Playa Cristal
Full Tour of Tayrona Park with Swimming in Cabo San Juan

Full Tour of Tayrona Park with Swimming in Cabo San Juan

P2,899
per adult
Full Tour of Tayrona Park with Swimming in Cabo San Juan
Tayrona Park Tour with Cinto Beach and Crystal Beach Stop

Tour to 2 Beaches of Tayrona Park: Playa Cinto and Playa Cristal

P3,289
per adult
Tour to 2 Beaches of Tayrona Park: Playa Cinto and Playa Cristal
Palomino: Palomino River Tubing and Hiking Tour

Palomino: Palomino River Tubing and Hiking Tour

P2,501
per adult
Palomino: Palomino River Tubing and Hiking Tour
Santa Marta: Tayrona Park Private Hike to Cabo San Juan

Santa Marta: Tayrona Park Hike to Cabo San Juan

P16,810
per adult
Santa Marta: Tayrona Park Hike to Cabo San Juan
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Top hotels in El Rodadero

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 Parque ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (56 reviews)
"staff very friendly"

Reviewed on Jun 11, 2025

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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
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! (365 reviews)
"Ocean front, lively place. Bit noisy with restaurant and bar music that started by 7am and went late into the night."

Reviewed on May 27, 2025

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Hotel be La Sierra
The Garden Suites
The Garden Suites
3 out of 5
Calle 17 N. 1B 34 Rodadero, Santa Marta, Magdalena
The price is P2,718 per night from Jun 24 to Jun 25
P2,718
P2,718 total
Jun 24 - Jun 25
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Santa Marta. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Rodadero Beach and Parque de los Novios ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (46 reviews)
"This place is just great, and the workers are amazing."

Reviewed on May 18, 2025

The Garden Suites
Hotel Tamacá Beach Resort
Hotel Tamacá Beach Resort
3.5 out of 5
Carrera 2a No. 11A - 98, Santa Marta, Magdalena
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P7,706 per night from Jun 29 to Jun 30
P7,706
P7,706 total
Jun 29 - Jun 30
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! (310 reviews)
Beautiful location, great service
"A traditional hotel on a beautiful part of the beach. Room is spacious and comfortable. Service is friendly and prompt. Food and service in restaurant is very good - excellent breakfast buffet."

Reviewed on Apr 11, 2025

Hotel Tamacá Beach Resort
SGH Hotel Rodadero Suites
SGH Hotel Rodadero Suites
3 out of 5
Calle 7, 4 A-34, Santa Marta, Magdalena
The price is P1,651 per night from Jul 16 to Jul 17
P1,651
P1,760 total
Jul 16 - Jul 17
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Santa Marta. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Rodadero Beach and Parque de ...
"Cumple con lo básico. Bastante modestas las habitaciones."

Reviewed on Jan 25, 2024

SGH Hotel Rodadero Suites
3H Hotel Rodadero Santa Marta
3H Hotel Rodadero Santa Marta
2.5 out of 5
Carrera 2, No 5 117, Santa Marta, Magdalena
The price is P4,360 per night from Jun 18 to Jun 19
P4,360
P4,360 total
Jun 18 - Jun 19
Stay at this hotel in Santa Marta. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Rodadero Beach and Parque de los Novios are located ...
8/10 Very Good! (42 reviews)
"Good hotel, nice rooms"

Reviewed on Feb 20, 2025

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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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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 Bahia de Santa Marta 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 Santa Marta Cathedral and Parque de los Novios.

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 Santa Marta Cathedral or Parque de los Novios 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, Santa Marta Cathedral and Parque de los Novios are top sights worth seeing.

Barrio Centro
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Pueblito

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

Pueblito

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