Comuna 2 Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Santa Marta showing a sandy beach, a house and rugged coastline
Santa Marta which includes a river or creek, mountains and tranquil scenes
Santa Marta which includes rugged coastline and general coastal views
Historic Center which includes a city and street scenes
Historic Center showing street scenes and a city

Where to stay in Comuna 2

Historic Center which includes street scenes, a city and heritage elements

Historic Center

4.5/5(2 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 Beach might round out your trip.

Historic Center
Historic Center featuring a city and street scenes

Barrio Centro

If you're spending some time in Barrio Centro, Parque de Los Novios and Santa Marta Cathedral are top sights worth seeing.

Barrio Centro
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Bavaria

When in Bavaria, you can plan a visit to Parque de Los Novios and Santa Marta Cathedral, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Bavaria
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Barrio Alambique

While there might not be top attractions in Barrio Alambique, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Parque de Los Novios and Bahia de Santa Marta.

Barrio Alambique
Hilton Garden Inn Santa Marta
Hilton Garden Inn Santa Marta
3.5 out of 5
Carrera 1C No. 24-04, Santa Marta
The price is AU$109 per night from 4 Dec to 5 Dec
AU$109
includes taxes & fees
4 Dec - 5 Dec
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Santa Marta. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (681 reviews)
"The property was excellent and the staff was brillant ,from reception staff to restaurant staff,the cleanliness of the room was excellent 100 percent Also the swimming pool staff very nice specially a gentleman called Edwin the swimming pool attendant ."

Reviewed on 16 Oct. 2024

Hilton Garden Inn Santa Marta
AC Hotel by Marriott Santa Marta
AC Hotel by Marriott Santa Marta
3.5 out of 5
CALLE 23 NO. 1C - 79, Santa Marta
The price is AU$109 per night from 10 Dec to 11 Dec
AU$109
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Santa Marta. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (353 reviews)
Very beautiful hotel
"We love all the spaces in the hotel. We watched the sunset from the pool and it was very nice. We loved the breakfast, very varied. Delicious hot chocolate. The hotel is very well located, very close to the marina and beach."

Reviewed on 18 Nov. 2024

AC Hotel by Marriott Santa Marta
Best Western Plus Santa Marta Hotel
Best Western Plus Santa Marta Hotel
3.5 out of 5
Calle 24 No 3-65, Santa Marta
The price is AU$81 per night from 20 Dec to 21 Dec
AU$81
includes taxes & fees
20 Dec - 21 Dec
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Santa Marta. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (500 reviews)
"Greta location Greta staff"

Reviewed on 21 Oct. 2024

Best Western Plus Santa Marta Hotel
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Grand Marina Santa Marta
Grand Marina Santa Marta
3 out of 5
carrera 1 22- 79, Santa Marta
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Santa Marta. Enjoy free WiFi, a sauna, and onsite spa services. Popular attractions Tayrona National Natural Park and Rodadero ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (116 reviews)
"Excellent customer service"

Reviewed on 12 Nov. 2024

Grand Marina Santa Marta
Soy Local Santa Marta
Soy Local Santa Marta
3.5 out of 5
8-27 Cl. 19, Santa Marta, Magdalena
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Santa Marta. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Tayrona National Natural Park ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (20 reviews)
"One of the best properties my husband and I have stayed at in Colombia!"

Reviewed on 10 Apr. 2024

Soy Local Santa Marta
El Cactus Luxury Apartments in Historic Center
El Cactus Luxury Apartments in Historic Center
3.5 out of 5
Calle 18 #6-85, Centro Historico, Santa Marta, Magdalena
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Santa Marta. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (85 reviews)
"Hotel is new, rooms spacey, pool very small. Its located about 3 blocks from where the restaurants are and 6 blocks from the sea. However this area the Centro Historico is very rundown, stinky and dirty. In the morning lots of people sleep in the street. Many lots/places abandoned…."

Reviewed on 13 Jul. 2024

El Cactus Luxury Apartments in Historic Center
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Popular places to visit

Rodadero Beach which includes a beach, a skyscraper and boating

Rodadero Beach

5/5(1 review)

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 which includes a city, heritage elements and street scenes

Parque de Los Novios

4/5(2 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 a luxury hotel or resort, general coastal views and rocky coastline

Rodadero Sea Aquarium and Museum

3/5(1 review)

Take the children to visit the sea life who live at Rodadero Sea Aquarium and Museum during your holiday to Santa Marta. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Rodadero Sea Aquarium and Museum
Ciudad Perdida

Ciudad Perdida

5/5(1 review)

You can find out about the history of Santa Marta when you stop by 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(1 review)

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
Blue Well

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

Activities

Playa Blanca Con Almuerzo

Playa Blanca Con Almuerzo

AU$40
Per adult
Playa Blanca Con Almuerzo
From Santa Marta: Tayrona National Park Guided Tour

From Santa Marta: Tayrona National Park Guided Tour

AU$86
Per adult
80% of travellers recommend
From Santa Marta: Tayrona National Park Guided Tour
Tayrona Bay Sailboat trip

Tayrona Bay Sailboat trip

AU$91
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Tayrona Bay Sailboat trip
Santa Marta Bay: Sunnset on a sail boat

Santa Marta Bay: Sunnset on a sail boat

AU$68
Per adult
Santa Marta Bay: Sunnset on a sail boat
Cristal Beach

Tayrona Park - Cristal Beach

AU$99
Per adult
Tayrona Park - Cristal Beach
Natural National Park Tayrona

Natural National Park Tayrona (santa Marta)

AU$217
Per adult
Natural National Park Tayrona (santa Marta)
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Cities near Comuna 2

Taganga Beach which includes a beach, a bay or harbour and a coastal town

Santa Marta