Skip to main content

The best beach hotels in Santa Marta

Check out our pick of great beach hotels in Santa Marta

Filter by:


Review score

Superb: 9+ Very good: 8+ Good: 7+ Pleasant: 6+

Beach access

Beachfront
Our top picks Lowest price first Star rating and price Top reviewed

See the latest prices and deals by choosing your dates.

Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Bahía de Santa Marta Beach, Santa Marta Gold Museum and Simon Bolivar Park. The nearest airport is Simón Bolívar International, 15 km from Casa Rosa - Alma Hotels, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Everything was fantastic, really. We were a big group of 12, so the first morning breakfast took a little longer, but from day 2 on it, we let them know what we wanted the night before and it was all well organized. It has a super nice common area on the 2nd floor wirh a balcony, where they provided free coffee and snacks in the afternoon.

Show more Show less
9.1
Superb
1,071 reviews
Price from
£49
per night

Located in Santa Marta, 1.4 km from Bello Horizonte, Santa Marta Marriott Resort Playa Dormida provides accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a fitness centre. Among the various facilities are a garden, a shared lounge, as well as a terrace. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, a shuttle service, a kids' club and free WiFi throughout the property.

It was my first time to stay there in Santa Marta. It was a super nice experience, with super delicious food at the hotel owned restaurants. it’s quiet and the jacuzzi was an brilliant idea for the room. The offered taxis are great, clean, working well, nice drivers and really fair prices.

Show more Show less
9.1
Superb
1,306 reviews
Price from
£135
per night

Situated in Santa Marta, Viajero Santa Marta Hostel features accommodation with a terrace swimming pool and a rooftop bar with a city view. Less than 1 km from Santa Marta Cathedral and a 13-minute walk from Santa Marta Marina, the property offers a garden and a terrace. There is a restaurant inside the hotel open for guests and general public.

The pool at the rooftop is amazing. The restaurant offer amazing meals. You can ask at the bar or at the restaurant and they will refill your water bottle for free. I love the lockers and door system. Your bracelet will be your key for both. They have taxis at the door since Uber doesn’t work at the town.

Show more Show less
9.2
Superb
2,921 reviews
Price from
£9
per night

With direct access to the Caribbean Ocean, this beachfront Hotel offers spacious accommodation with cable TV and free Wi-Fi in a tropical setting. It features a hot tub and a restaurant.It is situated in Santa Marta.

Staff was extremely friendly and helpful. They really Made a difference. Love the HUGE swimming pool.

Show more Show less
9.1
Superb
2,655 reviews
Price from
£82
per night

Situated within 200 metres of Santa Marta Cathedral and 300 metres of Santa Marta Gold Museum, Hotel Boutique de playa - Casa Solhu features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Santa Marta. With pool views, this accommodation provides a patio. The property is 300 metres from Bahía de Santa Marta Beach, and within 100 metres of the city centre.

Beautiful hotel with a lot of attention to detail in the deco. Nice pool and breakfast

Show more Show less
9.1
Superb
216 reviews
Price from
£49
per night

Located in the centre of Santa Marta, 600 metres from Bahía de Santa Marta Beach and 200 metres from Santa Marta Cathedral, Hostel paradise St offers free WiFi and air conditioning. This guest house is 5.1 km from Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino and 7.1 km from Rodadero Sea Aquarium and Museum. The property is set in the Centro Historico district.

Spotlessly clean throughout the room and the common areas. Fabulously comfortable beds with beautiful linens. Good towels and toiletries in the spacious bathroom which had a good rain shower and even a bidet spray. Nightstands had great lights for reading and there were many outlets at bedside and also at the desk and chair. Staff were wonderful, friendly and helpful although not much English spoken. Location is excellent, close to the action but far enough to be quiet at nights. Work is being done downstairs but I didn't hear any noise. Even when the next door restaurant had loud music closing the bathroom door made it quiet so soundproofing is excellent. Highly recommend this excellent choice.

Show more Show less
9.6
Exceptional
119 reviews
Price from
£38
per night

Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Bahía de Santa Marta Beach, Santa Marta Cathedral and Santa Marta Gold Museum. The nearest airport is Simón Bolívar International, 15 km from Casa Charlotte - Alma Hotels, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Everything was settled perfectly for our accommodation and the breakfasts were delicious. Dianita is the best!!!

Show more Show less
9.2
Superb
258 reviews
Price from
£54
per night

Salguero Suites - Playa Salguero - By INMOBILIARIA VS is situated in Santa Marta, 2.6 km from Playa Cabo Tortuga, 4.7 km from Rodadero Sea Aquarium and Museum, as well as 7.7 km from Santa Marta Cathedral. The property has mountain and city views, and is 2 km from El Rodadero Beach. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Salguero Beach is 400 metres away.

New apartment building, pretty modern.

Show more Show less
9.4
Superb
113 reviews
Price from
£35
per night

Located in Santa Marta, a few steps from Guachaca Beach, Gaelia provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. Among the various facilities are a bar and water sports facilities. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi.

Amazing location on a lonely beach, if you're looking for a place to calm your mind then stay here for a few nights. Only 4 rooms, right on the beach. One of the best places I've been to during my travels, hands down. Stunning !

Show more Show less
9.5
Exceptional
104 reviews
Price from
£86
per night

Close to Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino, Hostal Casa San Pedro is situated in Santa Marta and has a solarium and garden. Boasting a 24-hour front desk, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace. The guest house features rooms with air conditioning, free private parking and free WiFi.

Comfortable place. Really peaceful to rest and enjoy close site as mall and museam

Show more Show less
9.2
Superb
102 reviews
Price from
£23
per night

Looking for a beach hotel?

There’s nothing quite like waking up to the sound of swirling waves and the smell of sea air through your bedroom window. Beachfront accommodation comes in a variety of forms, from well decked-out resorts to secluded homestays and villas. Beach hotel amenities can include air-conditioned rooms, private terraces overlooking the sea and outdoor pools with adjacent bars.
Search beach hotels in Santa Marta

Most booked beach hotels in Santa Marta this month

FAQ about beach hotels in Santa Marta









Beach hotels that guests love in Santa Marta

  • 8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 285 reviews
    Relaxing stay right on the beach. More of just a basic room, the place doesn’t have much of an atmosphere, but the views and the sound of the ocean is so calming. Restaurant just opening 2 doors down.. ‘El conche y nancar’ - best fish I’ve eaten in Colombia!
    Stephanie
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £35.22
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 158 reviews
    Perfect location on the beachfront, the owners were friendly and did a fantastic job of sweeping sand out to keep it clean Able rent surf boards and surf within a short walk. Can watch the surfers from the hotel searst. It was still possible to swim in the wave, or go down to the river for calmer water and excellent views of the jungle All the hotels along the beach are pretty much the same but here the chairs out front were in the shade all day which wasn't the case for all of them which was a big bonus
    Sarah
    Young couple
  • 10
    Scored 10
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review
    the hut stands right on the beach. from the veranda you can see the sea and a beautiful sunset
    A
    Anonymous
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: £30.61
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 23 reviews
    The location right on the beach is great - it’s right on the sand and there’s a fun surf spot two minutes walk away. The accommodation is four bedrooms that back onto a bar which is probably the best bar on that stretch of beach- great cocktails and good music (it can be a little loud at night). The staff don’t speak much English but are friendly and courteous. They gave us a welcome pina colada on arrival which was delicious! The accommodation is basic - BASIC - but Cactus Hostel grew on us as it’s so relaxed you can’t help but chill out :)
    Riah
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £72.34
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 607 reviews
    We stayed in a private room which was great. Good value for money. Basic but has everything you need. It’s 20 min drive out of the main part of Santa Marta, but we stayed here for a night to be closer to the airport and we were impressed with the location. Right on the beach, and the restaurant is well priced and good food! Amazing sunset views from restaurant too.
    Luca
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: £48.16
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 142 reviews
    Mendihuaca is such a beautiful hostel! It is in the perfect location, right on the beach with the surf school attached and delicious restaurants next door. The staff are lovely and made me feel at home, and everything is cleaned to perfection! I booked for 2 nights and stayed for 5!
    Millard
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £28.56
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 3,011 reviews
    Really clean rooms. Right on the beachfront
    maria
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £40.72
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 189 reviews
    Everything was very comfortable, the owner is very welcoming and take a good care of his hostel. We highly recommend the “deportivo” massage done by Rey, which is amazing value for the money, feeling relaxed, refreshed and it’s perfect for sore muscles. The breakfast is nice and the staff takes good care of you, providing a mosquito net for the night, it was very helpful. Perfect location on the beachfront! The view on the 2nd floor terrace with hammocks is the cherry on the cake.
    Laure
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £40.93
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 122 reviews
    The owner is absolutely lovely. It’s a new business and she’s clearly very passionate about it and making your stay as good as possible, going out of her way in lots of little ways more established places wouldn’t. The location is fantastic, right on the beachfront and the dorm window is just metres from the shoreline - that’s pretty special. It’s a quiet little place with not many backpackers, so a welcome respite from palomino. You can hop in the river next door for a swim, and watch the sunset and sunrise. A great little stay!
    lara
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £88.84
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,866 reviews
    I enjoyed green territory, location right on the beachfront, activities, especially dances and beautiful sunsets 🌅
    Albina
    Family with young children

Research, refine and make plans for your whole trip

gogless