El Rodadero

Santa Marta

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

Popular places to visit

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

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 heritage elements, a city and street scenes

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 featuring 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
This is one of my favorite views from when you #Takeahike to the Lost City. Just by looking at the pic you can breath in the fresh air!!!

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 which includes heritage elements and a church or cathedral

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
I went to ’Pozo Azul’

Blue Well

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

$127
per adult
Santa Marta: Tayrona Park Hike to Cabo San Juan
Fiesta Blanca Tour in Santa Marta with Sunset and Open Bar

Fiesta Blanca Tour in Santa Marta with Sunset and Open Bar

$49
per adult
Fiesta Blanca Tour in Santa Marta with Sunset and Open Bar
Palomino: Palomino River Tubing and Hiking Tour

Palomino: Palomino River Tubing and Hiking Tour

$46
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Palomino: Palomino River Tubing and Hiking Tour
Tubing and Seviaka Indigenous People Tour

Tubing and Seviaka Indigenous People Tour

$93
per adult
Tubing and Seviaka Indigenous People Tour
From Santa Marta: Tayrona National Park Guided Tour

From Santa Marta: Tayrona National Park Guided Tour

$68
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
From Santa Marta: Tayrona National Park Guided Tour
Full-Day Catamaran Tour through Tayrona

Full-Day Catamaran Tour through Tayrona

$80
per adult
Full-Day Catamaran Tour through Tayrona
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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
$90 nightly
The price is $90 total per night from Sep 16 to Sep 17
$90 total
Sep 16 - Sep 17
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! (71 reviews)
"Once at our arrival, Jose greeted us with a broad smile. Very attentive and friendly. He took his time to explain every aspect of the hotel and was very helpful when we needed help for directions. If i ever go back to Santa Marta, i would stay in this hotel without hesitation. Highly recommend 5 ..."

Reviewed on Aug 27, 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
$68 nightly
The price is $68 total per night from Sep 15 to Sep 16
$68 total
Sep 15 - Sep 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! (378 reviews)
"I like that is close to the beach."

Reviewed on Aug 31, 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
$113 nightly
The price is $113 total per night from Sep 15 to Sep 16
$113 total
Sep 15 - Sep 16
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! (319 reviews)
"The place was great."

Reviewed on Sep 2, 2025

Hotel Tamacá Beach Resort
Hotel Aguamarina

Hotel Aguamarina

3 out of 5
20-45 Cra. 4, Santa Marta, Magdalena
$29 nightly
The price is $29 total per night from Sep 15 to Sep 16
$29 total
Sep 15 - Sep 16
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Santa Marta. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Tayrona National Natural Park and Rodadero ...
Hotel Aguamarina
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
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

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Terrazas Tayrona Travelers Apartamentos y Suites
Hotel Portobahia

Hotel Portobahia

3 out of 5
Carrera 4 No. 6-69 El Rodadero, Santa Marta, Magdalena
$44 nightly
The price is $44 total per night from Sep 21 to Sep 22
$44 total
Sep 21 - Sep 22
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 Mundo Marino ...
7.2/10 Good! (240 reviews)
"Everything Good"

Reviewed on Aug 4, 2025

Hotel Portobahia
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Other neighborhoods 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, street scenes and a city

Historic Center

4/5(100 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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