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

4/5(65 reviews)

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

4.5/5(67 reviews)

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

4/5(20 reviews)

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

4/5(21 reviews)

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

4.5/5(63 reviews)

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

3/5(7 reviews)

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

Tayrona Bay Sailboat trip

Tayrona Bay Sailboat trip

$54
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Tayrona Bay Sailboat trip
Playa Blanca Tour in Santa Marta

Playa Blanca Tour in Santa Marta

$35
per adult
Playa Blanca Tour in Santa Marta
The Mamba leaves from Bahia de Santa Marta - Cabo San Juan. Behind the Sierra Nevada.

Maritime Adventure by Boat to Tayrona Santa Marta

$70
per adult
Maritime Adventure by Boat to Tayrona Santa Marta
Full-Day Hiking Tour in Minca with coffee & Cocoa Workshop

Full-Day Hiking Tour in Minca with coffee & Cocoa Workshop

$50
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Full-Day Hiking Tour in Minca with coffee & Cocoa Workshop
Santa Marta: Sunset tour

From Santa Marta: Sunset Sailboat Tour with 2 Beverages

$44
per adult
From Santa Marta: Sunset Sailboat Tour with 2 Beverages
Joe te enseña sobre el chocolate

2 Day Minca Tour with Bird Watching

$95
per adult
2 Day Minca Tour with Bird Watching
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El Rodadero Hotel Deals

Hotel be La Sierra

Hotel be La Sierra

3 out of 5
Cra 1 N° 9-47 Santa Marta Magdalena
$90 nightly
The price is $90 total per night from Jan 23 to Jan 24
$90 total
Jan 23 - Jan 24, 2026
Book a stay at this 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! (385 reviews)
The hotel is in a great area employees are very helpful we enjoy staying there will go back again Shopping beach just in front love it

Reviewed on Oct 30, 2025

Hotel be La Sierra
Hotel Aguamarina

Hotel Aguamarina

3 out of 5
Cra. 4 #20-45, Gaira Santa Marta Magdalena
$36 nightly
The price is $36 total per night from Dec 29 to Dec 30
$36 total
Dec 29 - Dec 30
Stay at this hotel in Santa Marta. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Rodadero Beach and Arrecife Shopping Center ...
8/10 Very Good! (2 reviews)
Personal amable

Reviewed on Dec 26, 2025

Hotel Aguamarina
HOTEL KARAYA DIVE RESORT

HOTEL KARAYA DIVE RESORT

4 out of 5
Calle 12 No. 2-38 Rodadero Santa Marta
$92 nightly
The price is $92 total per night from Jan 26 to Jan 27
$92 total
Jan 26 - Jan 27, 2026
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Santa Marta. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Rodadero Beach and Arrecife ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (76 reviews)
Muy bien la atención y el hecho que está cerca a la playa. Sin embargo las instalaciones comunes no estaban en tan buen estado (baños, piscina, area de juegos). Además el acceso más cercano a la playa es bastante oscuro e inseguro.

Reviewed on Oct 12, 2025

HOTEL KARAYA DIVE RESORT
Hotel Tamacá Beach Resort

Hotel Tamacá Beach Resort

3.5 out of 5
Carrera 2a No. 11A - 98 Santa Marta Magdalena
$166 nightly
The price is $166 total per night from Jan 12 to Jan 13
$166 total
Jan 12 - Jan 13, 2026
Book a stay at this 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! (326 reviews)
Staff very courteous and helpfull. Quick check in and clean room. Restaurant staff all very nice and accomodating, Oriana brings excellent service. Great location, two steps and you get access to beach.

Reviewed on Dec 23, 2025

Hotel Tamacá Beach Resort
The Garden Suites

The Garden Suites

3 out of 5
Calle 17 N. 1B 34 Rodadero Santa Marta Magdalena
$64 nightly
The price is $64 total per night from Dec 29 to Dec 30
$64 total
Dec 29 - Dec 30
Stay at this apartment in Santa Marta. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Rodadero Beach and Arrecife Shopping Center ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (63 reviews)
Good

Reviewed on Dec 19, 2025

The Garden Suites
Akela Gaira Hotel

Akela Gaira Hotel

3 out of 5
Cl. 11A # 6-136 Santa Marta Magdalena
$45 nightly
The price is $45 total per night from Jan 18 to Jan 19
$45 total
Jan 18 - Jan 19, 2026
Stay at this hotel in Santa Marta. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Rodadero Beach and Arrecife Shopping Center are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (17 reviews)
The hotel is as it looks in the photos. Peaceful and quiet with a lovely staff. Taxis will have difficulty getting up the hill. Delicious breakfast.

Reviewed on Oct 1, 2025

Akela Gaira Hotel
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Other neighborhoods around El Rodadero

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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 Marina Santa Marta and Santa Marta Bay.

Los Cocos
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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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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 Marina Santa Marta.

Barrio Alambique
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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
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 Marina Santa Marta are some notable places to visit nearby.

Pueblito
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