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Hotel Chiniu

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2 outdoor pools, open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Front of property
Restaurant
Outdoor wedding area
On the beach, free beach cabanas, sun loungers, beach umbrellas

Overview of Hotel Chiniu

Hotel Chiniu

2.5 star property
8.2 out of 10 Very Good
8.2/10 Very Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot Tub
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services
  • Bar
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Km 2 via Riohacha, Dibulla, La Guajira, 446001

Explore the area

  • Popular LocationPalomino Beach21 min drive
  • Popular LocationMingueo Church22 min drive
  • Popular LocationTayrona National Natural Park41 min drive

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About this area

Palomino

Located in Dibulla, Hotel Chiniu is in a rural area and on the beach. Palomino Beach is another place to visit that comes recommended.
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What's nearby

  • Río Palomino - 12 min drive
  • Palomino Beach - 21 min drive
  • Mingueo Church - 22 min drive
  • Tayrona National Natural Park - 41 min drive
  • Buritaca Beach - 48 min drive

Getting around

  • Santa Marta (SMR-Simon Bolivar) - 78 min drive

Restaurants

  • Veggie - 5 min drive
  • Paluna - 6 min drive
  • Barba Beach Arabic Food - 4 min drive
  • Suá - 5 min drive
  • Bitácora restaurante Palomino - 5 min drive

About this property

Hotel Chiniu

Family-friendly hotel in the mountains, refurbished in 2019
Located close to Palomino Beach, Hotel Chiniu provides game and wildlife viewing, a swim-up bar, and a beach bar. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location, free beach cabanas, and sun loungers. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Enjoy onsite activities like hiking/biking, volleyball, and horseback riding. In addition to a poolside bar and concerts and live shows, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool, with sun loungers, pool umbrellas, and a swim-up bar
  • A safari, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and express check-out
  • Express check-in, a billiards/pool table, and books
  • A front-desk safe, karaoke, and concierge services
Room features
All 16 individually decorated rooms offer thoughtful touches such as premium bedding, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Pillowtop mattresses and down comforters
  • Showers and shampoo
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Art supplies and daily housekeeping

Languages

English, Spanish

Cleaning and safety practices

Enhanced cleanliness measures

Disinfectant is used to clean the property
High-touch surfaces are cleaned and disinfected
Sheets and towels are washed at 60°C/140°F or hotter

Social distancing

Contactless check-in and check-out
Guest rooms kept vacant for 24 hours between stays

Safety measures

Temperature checks given to staff
Temperature checks available for guests
This information is provided by our partners.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • A swim-up bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Beach volleyball
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Books
  • Children's pool
  • Concerts/live shows
  • Ecotours
  • Game viewing
  • Helicopter/airplane tours
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Karaoke
  • Library
  • Playground
  • Safari
  • Spa tub
  • TV in common areas
  • Ziplining

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Art supplies
  • Children's games
  • Children's pool
  • Children's toys
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Separate bedroom
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Conference center (1,076 square feet of space)

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Free beach cabanas
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • On the beach
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility available in select rooms
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Reception hall
  • Renovated entire property - September 2019

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Shampoo
  • Shower only
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Individual decor
  • Safe

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Check-in

Check-in from 3:00 PM - noon
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 3 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for COP 225000.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are available for COP 225000.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Valentine's Day (14 February) Gala Dinner per adult: COP 190000.00
  • Valentine's Day (14 February) Gala Dinner per child: COP 80000.00 (from 2 to 10 years old)
  • Gala Dinner on 24 December per adult: COP 190000.00
  • Gala Dinner on 24 December per child: COP 80000.00 (from 2 to 10 years old)
  • For stays on or after January 1, 2023, residents of Colombia and non-residents staying 60 consecutive days or more will be charged a 19% national sales tax by the property at the time of stay. Travelers on a tourist visa will not be required to pay this tax. The tax may be charged where a room is shared by a taxable and a non-taxable guest.
  • Resort fee: 19 percent of room rate
The resort fee includes:
  • Beach access
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Bicycle storage
  • Breakfast
  • Housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Parking
  • Pool access
  • Self parking
  • Spa tub access

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: COP 170000 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: COP 225000.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: COP 225000.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Tax ID - 800112031-1
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Parties and events are allowed on site
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
There is no hot water on site
If you are traveling with a child your property may require you to present the following documents: Parents traveling into Colombia with a child under 18 may be required to present the child's birth certificate and photo ID (passport for non-Columbian citizens) upon check-in. If a relative or legal guardian is traveling into Colombia with the child, that relative or legal guardian may be required to present a notarized consent of travel signed by both parents and a copy of both parents' ID. If only one parent is traveling into Colombia with the child, that parent may be required to present a notarized consent of travel signed by the other parent. Visitors who plan to travel with children should consult with a Colombian consulate office prior to travel for further guidance.
The seasonal pool will be open from January to December
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
A fee for a mandatory Christmas Day gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on December 25
A fee for a mandatory Christmas Eve gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on December 24
A fee for a mandatory New Year's Day gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on January 1
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Chiniu Hotel Boutique Dibulla
Chiniu Boutique Dibulla
Hotel Chiniu Hotel
Hotel Chiniu Dibulla
Chiniu Hotel Boutique
Hotel Chiniu Hotel Dibulla

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Chiniu have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM–9:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Chiniu?

As of Jun 8, 2023, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Chiniu on Jun 26, 2023 start from $102.27, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Hotel Chiniu pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Hotel Chiniu?

Check-in is from 3:00 PM - noon. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Hotel Chiniu?

Check-out is at noon.

Does Hotel Chiniu provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of COP 170000 per vehicle applies.

Where is Hotel Chiniu located?

Nestled on the beach, this Dibulla hotel is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Palomino Beach.

Hotel Chiniu Reviews

Hotel Chiniu Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 15 reviews" "
" "10 - Excellent 47%
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 15 reviews" "
" "8 - Good 40%
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 15 reviews" "
" "6 - Okay 0%
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews" "
" "4 - Poor 0%
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 15 reviews" "
" "2 - Terrible 13%

8.1/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

2.0/10

Amenities

8.7/10

Property conditions & facilities

10.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Margarita

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Eco-friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Maud

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful place to rest and recharge
Very peaceful and clean. The service was excellent! The help was key in assisting us to organize a last minute trip to Cabo de la Vela and Punta Gallinas with a local agency.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

CM, Colombia

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great brand new beachfront hotel. Comfortable rooms, great food and owners making every effort for everybody to have a pleasant stay. Highly recommended.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Valentina

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excelente hotel, con muy buena ubicación y muy buenas zonas. La vista es increíble y la atención estupenda.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020

8/10 Good

CESAR

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Muy buen hotel, excelente atención, muy recomendado.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We liked Palomino and the beach-but this hotel was a very bad choice. It is very expensive but the whole place is just worth half of its price. The pools are nice. But they should start to change a lot. The rooms are simple-which is never what we expect when we hear boutique hotel...rust in the bathroom, holes beside the window, stains on the blankets, etc...the breakfast is simply hilarious- they offer you a little bit - which has never been enough for all the people sitting there. This was the most expensive hotel on our trip - but we couldn't find a reason why they take so much...
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019

2/10 Terrible

Jan

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Volgende keer beter...
Tegenvaller ondanks positieve comments online, Water was niet aangesloten, electriciteit valde regelmatig uit en er waren dieren uitwerpselen op onze kamer. Wij hebben het hotel vroegtijdig verlaten. Enige positieve was het uizicht op de zee en de bediening bleef vriendelijk.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019