A list by Eva Novak & Adam Jensen. Updated February 2024.
We have created a list with the best small luxury hotels in Santa Marta, Colombia. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
Newly opened, November 2023. Tewimake Hotel features an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a terrace and bar in Santa Marta. Among the facilities at this property are room service and a tour desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Certain rooms at the property include a balcony with a mountain view. Selected rooms have a kitchenette with a fridge, a microwave and a minibar. At the hotel you will find a restaurant serving American, Caribbean and Italian cuisine. Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options can also be requested. Guests at Tewimake Hotel will be able to enjoy activities in and around Santa Marta, like hiking. The nearest airport is Simón Bolívar International Airport, 73 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Relaxing atmosphere. Romantic. Popular among couples. Located in Santa Marta, a few steps from Playa Cabo Tortuga, Casa Verano Beach Hotel - Adults Only provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. Providing a restaurant, the property also has a bar, as well as a hot tub. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. At the hotel, all rooms come with a desk. Complete with a private bathroom equipped with a shower and free toiletries, all units at Casa Verano Beach Hotel - Adults Only have a flat-screen TV and air conditioning, and selected rooms have a balcony. At the accommodation each room includes bed linen and towels. Guests at Casa Verano Beach Hotel - Adults Only can enjoy an American breakfast. Bello Horizonte is 1.2 km from the hotel, while Rodadero Sea Aquarium and Museum is 7.2 km away. The nearest airport is Simón Bolívar International Airport, 5 km from Casa Verano Beach Hotel - Adults Only.Show full description
I think this place could be the most RELAXING AND ROMANTIC boutique hotel in Santa Marta.
Newly opened, February 2024. Basilica Hotel is well set in the centre of Santa Marta, and provides a terrace, free WiFi and a bar. This 4-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. The property is non-smoking and is located 400 metres from Bahía de Santa Marta Beach. Popular points of interest near the hotel include Santa Marta Cathedral, Santa Marta Gold Museum and Simon Bolivar Park. The nearest airport is Simón Bolívar International Airport, 17 km from Basilica Hotel.Show full description
Historic property. Beautiful. Comfortable beds. Located 200 metres from the commercial centre and 150 metres from the beach, Hotel Boutique Don Pepe offers free Wi-Fi and a personalized a la carte breakfast in Santa Marta. A restaurant, a spa, and an outdoor pool are featured on site. Providing a tranquil environment, the rooms and suites in Don Pepe feature private bathrooms with hot water, minibars, air conditioning, iPod docking stations and LCD satellite TVs. Guests at the vintage boutique hotel Don Pepe are welcome to relax in the hot tub and in the terrace. Gourmet dishes can be ordered at the restaurant and art exhibitions can be found regularly in the gallery. Hotel Boutique Don Pepe is 14 km from Simon Bolivar airport and free private parking is possible at a location nearby.Show full description
I would describe this as one of the most HISTORIC boutique hotels in Santa Marta.
Great views. Located 100 metres from the beach, Irotama Resort offers on-site marine activities, 3 outdoor swimming pools and a spa and fitness centre. WiFi is available. Activities for children are organised. There are complimentary airport-pick ups. Bungalows at Irotama Resort feature a private bathroom, satellite TV, and minibar. Some room types offer sea views. Room service is provided. Guests at Irotama can arrange golf practices and tennis matches. Dining is available at one of the resort's 9 restaurants and guests can enjoy a drink on one of the 3 bars. Additionally, massage sessions and car rentals can also be arranged upon request. Simon Bolivar Airport is 2 km away. Free private parking is possible on site. Every guests receives a free souvenir upon arrival.Show full description
Featuring a hot tub, a pool, a fitness centre and a tennis court, Zuana Beach Resort offers rooms with free Wi-Fi and plasma TVs in Santa Marta, only 30 metres from Bello Horizonte Beach. Bright and spacious, rooms at Zuana Beach Resort are fitted with air conditioning and fans. All of them have private bathrooms. A buffet breakfast is served daily. International dishes can be ordered at the property’s restaurant. Zuana Beach Resort is 14 km from Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino and 7 km from Rodadero Beach Club. Simon Bolivar Airport is 2.3 km away, and airport transfers can be arranged at an extra cost.Show full description
Unique. Charming. Rooftop pool. Placita Vieja Hotel Boutique Spa is located at Parque de Los Novios next to the restaurants and bars in the Historic Center of Santa Marta, 5 km from El Rodadero Beach. The property offers an outdoor pool, a terrace and sauna, and guests can enjoy a drink at the bar. Rooms feature stylish décor and include air conditioning, minibar, workdesk and a security deposit box. Some rooms include a private bathroom with a sauna, free toiletries and a hair dryer are provided. Placita Vieja Hotel Boutique Spa features free WiFi throughout the property. A flat-screen TV is provided. There is a 24-hour front desk at the property. The hotel also offers bike hire. Santa Marta Cathedral is 300 metres from Placita Vieja Hotel Boutique Spa, while The Gold Museum is 300 metres away. The nearest airport is Simón Bolívar International Airport, 14 km from Placita Vieja Hotel Boutique Spa.Show full description
I rate this as the most unique and authentic small luxury hotel in Santa Marta. It also has a unique rooftop pool!
Historic. Great value. Good breakfast. Offering an outdoor swimming pool, rooftop hot tubs and a spa, Hotel Boutique Casa Carolina is located next to San Francisco Monastery in Santa Marta's historic center, and 200 metres from Santa Marta beach and Simón Bolívar Square. The air-conditioned rooms, suites and apartments offer flat-screen satellite TVs, free Wi-Fi and bluetooth sound systems. They also include a minibar and fridge, a safety deposit box, a desk and a private bathrooms with a hairdryer, bathrobe, hot shower and free toiletries. All rooms have a lounge area with a sofa bed and some have a balcony or terrace. Guests can find supermarkets and convenience stores within 200 metres. The nearest restaurants are just 300 metres away, and the property's on-site restaurant, Eli's is open all day. Other facilities offered at Casa Carolina include luggage storage, laundry service and concierge service. Transportation and tours are also offeredd, as well as private tours to Parque Tayrona inthe property's own speedboat. Santa Marta International Airport is a 20-minute drive away. Secure public parking is available next to the hotel.Show full description
Elegant. Charming. Comfortable beds. Popular among women.Opened December 2020. Situated in Santa Marta, 500 metres from El Rodadero Beach, Hotel Mandalas House by DOT Boutique features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. With a bar, the 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The hotel has a hot tub and room service. At the hotel, all rooms come with a wardrobe. Rooms include a desk and a flat-screen TV, and some rooms at Hotel Mandalas House by DOT Boutique have a balcony. At the accommodation rooms are fitted with bed linen and towels. Breakfast is available each morning, and includes à la carte, American and vegetarian options. Salguero Beach is 1.8 km from Hotel Mandalas House by DOT Boutique, while Rodadero Sea Aquarium and Museum is 2.7 km from the property. The nearest airport is Simón Bolívar International Airport, 9 km from the hotel.Show full description
Great views. Great location. Popular among couples. Conveniently situated in Santa Marta, Bonita Bay Concept Hotel by Xarm Hotels provides an à la carte breakfast and free WiFi throughout the property. The property is located 700 metres from Santa Marta Marina, 100 metres from Simon Bolivar Park and 5.5 km from Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino. Certain rooms at the property include a terrace with a city view. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a coffee machine, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. At Bonita Bay Concept Hotel by Xarm Hotels each room is equipped with bed linen and towels. Speaking English and Spanish at the reception, staff are ready to help around the clock. 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 Bonita Bay Concept Hotel by Xarm Hotels, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Cosy rooms. Comfortable beds. Located 100 metres from the sea, this beach resort offers onsite marine activities, a fitness centre, and an outdoor swimming pool. Some rooms have panoramic sea views and free Wi-Fi access. All rooms in Irotama XXI feature a kitchenette, private bathroom, and satellite TV. Newspapers are delivered daily to each room. Guests Irotama XXI can arrange golf lessons at the practice court or engage in a tennis match. Activities for children are provided, as well as massage sessions. Simon Bolivar Airport in Santa Marta is 2 km away. Free private parking is possible on site.Show full description
Great value. This 4-star beachfront hotel is situated just 10 minutes’ drive from Santa Marta city centre. It offers free Wi-Fi, an outdoor swimming pool and sun loungers on the beach. Rooms at Estelar Santamar Hotel & Centro De Convenciones each have satellite TV and a work desk. The en suite bathrooms are stocked with a hairdryer and free bathroom amenities. Daily buffet breakfast is served at Estelar Santamar Hotel’s restaurant. Light meals and drinks are offered at Beach Grill. Recreation options include beach volleyball and football matches. An on-site tour desk is also available. Guests can reach Simon Bolivar Airport with an 8 km drive. Tayrona National Park is 26 km from Estelar Santamar Hotel.Show full description
Delightful property. Charming. Superb breakfast. Popular among women.Opened June 2022. Ideally situated in the centre of Santa Marta, Casa Rosa - Alma Hotels features air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace. This 4-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. The hotel has a hot tub and a concierge service. At the hotel, the rooms have a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. All rooms will provide guests with a minibar. Casa Rosa - Alma Hotels offers an à la carte or American breakfast. 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.Show full description
I think this is the most beautiful, charming and well designed small luxury hotel in Santa Marta. It also has A GREAT LOCATION. Soooo nice!
Highly elegant. Great views. 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. With a garden, the property also features a shared lounge, as well as a terrace. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, a shuttle service, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a balcony and a private bathroom with a shower. Guest rooms include a wardrobe. Guests at Santa Marta Marriott Resort Playa Dormida can enjoy a buffet or a continental breakfast. At the accommodation you will find a restaurant serving local and international cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and gluten-free options can also be requested. Rodadero Sea Aquarium and Museum is 13 km from Santa Marta Marriott Resort Playa Dormida, while Santa Marta Cathedral is 16 km away. The nearest airport is Simón Bolívar International Airport, 1 km from the hotel.Show full description
One of the most ELEGANT luxury hotels in Santa Marta.
Historic. Charming. Great breakfast. Popular among women. Set in a refurbished building dating from 1920, Casa Verde boasts chic interiors and free Wi-Fi. The courtyard features decorated tiled floors and a small pool. Bolivar Square is an 8-minute walk from the hotel. Hotel Casa Verde has air-conditioned rooms and private bathrooms with showers. The suite features a balcony with views of the colonial-style Cathedral and courtyard. A full buffet breakfast with eggs, world famous Colombian coffee and fresh juices can be enjoyed daily. Taganga is a 15-minute drive and tour desk can offer tips for visiting Santa Marta’s attractions. There is a 24-hour front desk and the airport is a 20-minute drive from the hotel.Show full description
Lovely property. Relaxing atmosphere. Great value. Located in Santa Marta, 1.8 km from Bahía de Santa Marta Beach, Camali Hotel provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. This 4-star hotel offers a shared kitchen, room service and free WiFi. The accommodation offers a concierge service, a tour desk and currency exchange for guests. At the hotel, each room has a desk. Complete with a private bathroom equipped with a shower and free toiletries, guest rooms at Camali Hotel have a flat-screen TV and air conditioning, and selected rooms are fitted with a terrace. At the accommodation each room includes bed linen and towels. Camali Hotel offers a barbecue. Popular points of interest near the hotel include Santa Marta Gold Museum, Santa Marta Cathedral and Simon Bolivar Park. The nearest airport is Simón Bolívar International, 17 km from Camali Hotel, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Rooftop restaurant. Comfortable beds. Popular among couples. Alko Hotel Cotona has an outdoor swimming pool, bar, a shared lounge and garden in Santa Marta. Boasting a concierge service, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, a shuttle service, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. At Alko Hotel Cotona the rooms have bed linen and towels. Guests at the accommodation can enjoy a continental breakfast. At Alko Hotel Cotona guests are welcome to take advantage of a hot tub. Popular points of interest near the hotel include Lipe Beach, Santa Marta Marina and Santa Marta Cathedral. The nearest airport is Simón Bolívar International Airport, 14 km from Alko Hotel Cotona.Show full description
This boutique hotel has a cool rooftop restaurant.
Beautiful. Stylish. Cosy rooms. Popular among couples. Just half a block from Santa Marta’s Marina, Casa de Isabella, a Kali Hotel has rooms with iPod docking stations and free Wi-Fi. There are mosaic tile floors and a rooftop swimming pool with sun loungers. Casa de Isabella, a Kali Hotel is located amidst Santa Marta's Old City district, just 1 block away from Los Novios Park and 3 blocks from Santa Marta’s picturesque cathedral, the oldest in South America. Rooms are equipped with flat-screen cable TV and include private bathrooms with toiletries. Some suites and rooms have exposed red-brick walls and arches, canopy beds and bathrooms with decorated tiles and bathtubs. A cooked-to-order breakfast with tropical fruits and world-famous Colombian coffee may be enjoyed in the room. The casino is 4 blocks from the hotel and the shopping mall is a 10 block walk.Show full description
This boutique hotel has VERY COSY ROOMS. And it is very popular among couples travelling to Santa Marta.
Newly opened, April 2024. In a prime location in Santa Marta, DUSANO BOUTIQUE HOTEL provides air-conditioned rooms, a terrace, free WiFi and a restaurant. The property is around 500 metres from Simon Bolivar Park, less than 1 km from Santa Marta Marina and 5.2 km from Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino. The accommodation features room service and a 24-hour front desk for guests. At the hotel, the rooms are equipped with a desk and a flat-screen TV. Every room has a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries. DUSANO BOUTIQUE HOTEL offers an American or vegetarian breakfast. 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, 17 km from DUSANO BOUTIQUE HOTEL, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Conveniently set in the centre of Santa Marta, Casa Liz Hotel Boutique provides air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge and a terrace. 300 metres from Bahía de Santa Marta Beach and 400 metres from Santa Marta Cathedral, the property features a restaurant and a bar. The accommodation offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and currency exchange for guests. At the hotel, each room includes a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. Popular points of interest near Casa Liz Hotel Boutique include Santa Marta Gold Museum, Simon Bolivar Park and Santa Marta Marina. The nearest airport is Simón Bolívar International Airport, 15 km from the accommodation.Show full description
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