El Rodadero Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Rodadero Beach showing a sandy beach, a hotel and a coastal town
Rodadero Beach featuring a beach and boating as well as an individual male
Rodadero Beach showing a coastal town, a skyscraper and general coastal views
Rodadero Beach showing landscape views, general coastal views and island images
Rodadero Beach which includes a beach and boating

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
Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino featuring a memorial as well as a small group of people

Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino

Visit the 17th-century villa and art museum made famous as the place where the famous military leader Simón Bolívar died.

Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino

Activities

Cristal Beach

Tayrona Park - Cristal Beach

AU$101
per adult
Tayrona Park - Cristal Beach
Full Day Tour to Bahia Concha Beach in Tayrona Park

Full Day Tour to Bahia Concha Beach in Tayrona Park

AU$42
per adult
Full Day Tour to Bahia Concha Beach in Tayrona Park
Full City of Santa Marta Tour and its Charms

Full City of Santa Marta Tour and its Charms

AU$23
per adult
Full City of Santa Marta Tour and its Charms
Tayrona Park Tour with Cinto Beach and Crystal Beach Stop

Tour to 2 Beaches of Tayrona Park: Playa Cinto and Playa Cristal

AU$91
per adult
Tour to 2 Beaches of Tayrona Park: Playa Cinto and Playa Cristal
Palomino: Palomino River Tubing and Hiking Tour

Palomino: Palomino River Tubing and Hiking Tour

AU$70
per adult
Palomino: Palomino River Tubing and Hiking Tour
Taganga and Playa Grande Minca Full Tour from Santa Marta

Full Minca, Taganga and Playa Grande Tour from Santa Marta

AU$62
per adult
Full Minca, Taganga and Playa Grande Tour from Santa Marta
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Our pick of the best El Rodadero Hotel Deals

Hotel be La Sierra
Hotel be La Sierra
3 out of 5
Cra 1 N° 9-47, El Rodadero, Santa Marta, Magdalena
Stay at this 3-star 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! (367 reviews)
Muy buena elecciòn
"Especialnservicio, cerca de todo, tuvimosnuna habitaciòn con vista al mar, confortable y calidez ennel servicio."

Reviewed on 3 Jul. 2025

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Hotel Tamacá Beach Resort
Hotel Tamacá Beach Resort
3.5 out of 5
Carrera 2a No. 11A - 98, Santa Marta, Magdalena
The price is AU$222 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
AU$222
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Stay at this 3.5-star 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! (310 reviews)
Beautiful location, great service
"A traditional hotel on a beautiful part of the beach. Room is spacious and comfortable. Service is friendly and prompt. Food and service in restaurant is very good - excellent breakfast buffet."

Reviewed on 11 Apr. 2025

Hotel Tamacá Beach Resort
The Garden Suites
The Garden Suites
3 out of 5
Calle 17 N. 1B 34 Rodadero, Santa Marta, Magdalena
The price is AU$74 per night from 14 July to 15 July
AU$74
14 July - 15 July
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Santa Marta. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Rodadero Beach and Parque de los Novios ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (51 reviews)
"¡Perfecto! Aquí tienes una versión más sencilla pero igual de excelente: --- ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Muy recomendado Me encantó este hotel boutique. Todo estuvo muy limpio, bonito y cómodo. El ambiente es tranquilo y el personal fue muy amable y atento. La habitación muy acogedora, limpia y todo funcionaba perfecto. ..."

Reviewed on 2 Jul. 2025

The Garden Suites
HOTEL KARAYA DIVE RESORT
HOTEL KARAYA DIVE RESORT
3.5 out of 5
Calle 12 No. 2-38 Rodadero, Santa Marta
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Santa Marta. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Rodadero Beach and Parque ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (57 reviews)
"staff very friendly"

Reviewed on 11 Jun. 2025

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HOTEL KARAYA DIVE RESORT
Hotel Jardin Boutique Rodadero
Hotel Jardin Boutique Rodadero
3 out of 5
25-253 cra 4, 3175058327, Santa Marta, Magdalena
The price is AU$55 per night from 25 July to 26 July
AU$55
25 July - 26 July
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Santa Marta. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Rodadero Beach and Parque de los Novios ...
8/10 Very Good! (7 reviews)
"Good for the price"

Reviewed on 21 Jan. 2025

Hotel Jardin Boutique Rodadero
Terrazas Tayrona Travelers Apartamentos y Suites
Terrazas Tayrona Travelers Apartamentos y Suites
3.5 out of 5
Carrera 3 # 24 - 63, El Rodadero, Santa Marta, Magdalena
Stay at this 3.5-star apartment in Santa Marta. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Popular attractions Rodadero Beach and Parque de los Novios ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (156 reviews)
"The building needs some maintenance, and there are a lot of mosquitoes in the pool. However, all the staff, including Mr. Victor in the restaurant, were very kind, friendly, and very cordial to me and my family. I recommend this hotel for a trip to Santa Marta, Colombia. Thank you very much."

Reviewed on 29 Jun. 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around El Rodadero

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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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Los Cocos

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

Los Cocos
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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 Santa Marta Bay.

Barrio Alambique
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 Theater might round out your trip.

Historic Center
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Pueblito

Though Pueblito may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Parque de los Novios and Santa Marta Beach.

Pueblito
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Norte

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Norte and surrounding area, you can visit Parque de los Novios and Santa Marta Beach.

Norte

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