La Casa del Farol Hotel Boutique by Xarm Hotels

3.5 star property
Colonial Santa Marta hotel in Historic Center with a rooftop terrace
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

Reviews

8.6 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
    Pool
  • Spa
    Spa
  • Room service
    Room service
  • Laundry
    Laundry
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk

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Classic Room

Classic Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
HDTV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Suite

Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
HDTV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
  • 65 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
HDTV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Junior Suite

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
HDTV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Map
Calle 18, 3-115, Santa Marta, Magdalena, 470004

What's nearby

  • Santa Marta Cathedral - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Parque de Los Novios - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Santa Marta Beach - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Marina Santa Marta - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Bahia de Santa Marta - 7 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • Santa Marta (SMR-Simon Bolivar) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Charlie's Bar And Grill - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Porthos Pub - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪La Plaza - Santa Marta - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Ikaro Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Crab's - ‬1 min walk

About this property

La Casa del Farol Hotel Boutique by Xarm Hotels

Boutique hotel located in Historic Center
Take advantage of a rooftop terrace, laundry facilities and a snack bar/deli at La Casa del Farol Hotel Boutique by Xarm Hotels. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool, with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), wedding services and concierge services
  • A 24-hour front desk, tour/ticket information and laundry services
  • A gift shop, a front desk safe and a computer station
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to perks such as safes and dressing gowns.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 32-inch HDTVs with DVD players
  • Ceiling fans, daily housekeeping and desks

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • DVD player
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Rooftop terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lever door handles
  • No lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1720
  • Colonial architecture
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV
  • DVD player

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 5 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: COP 100000.00 per stay
  • You may be required to pay VAT (19%) at the property. Non-resident travellers who pay using a foreign card or bank transfer and present a valid passport and tourist visa may be exempt from value-added tax (19%) on tourist package bookings (accommodation plus other travel service).

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: COP 35000 per vehicle (one-way)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards and cash

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
If you are travelling with a child, your property may require you to present the following documents: parents travelling into Colombia with a child under 18 may be required to present the child's birth certificate and photo ID (passport for non-Colombian citizens) at check-in. If a relative or legal guardian is travelling into Colombia with the child, that relative or legal guardian may be required to present a notarised consent of travel signed by both parents and a copy of both parents' ID. If only one parent is travelling into Colombia with the child, that parent may be required to present a notarised consent of travel signed by the other parent. Visitors who plan to travel with children should consult with a Colombian consulate office prior to travel for further guidance.
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Casa Farol
Casa Farol Hotel
Casa Farol Hotel Santa Marta
Casa Farol Santa Marta
Casa Farol Hotel Boutique Xarm Hotels Santa Marta
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Casa Farol Boutique Xarm Hotels Santa Marta
Casa Farol Boutique Xarm Hotels
La Casa del Farol
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Casa Del Farol By Xarm Hotels
La Casa del Farol Hotel Boutique by Xarm Hotels Hotel
La Casa del Farol Hotel Boutique by Xarm Hotels Santa Marta

Frequently asked questions

Does La Casa del Farol Hotel Boutique by Xarm Hotels have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Is La Casa del Farol Hotel Boutique by Xarm Hotels pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at La Casa del Farol Hotel Boutique by Xarm Hotels?

This hotel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at La Casa del Farol Hotel Boutique by Xarm Hotels?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at La Casa del Farol Hotel Boutique by Xarm Hotels?

Checkout is at noon.

Does La Casa del Farol Hotel Boutique by Xarm Hotels provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of COP 35000 per vehicle applies.

Where is La Casa del Farol Hotel Boutique by Xarm Hotels located?

Located in Historic Center, this boutique hotel is steps away from Santa Marta Cathedral and Santa Marta Theater. Parque de Los Novios and San Juan Cultural Center are also within 5 minutes.

La Casa del Farol Hotel Boutique by Xarm Hotels Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 117 out of 230 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 77 out of 230 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 230 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 230 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 230 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Young-Min

Business traveller
Disliked: Room comfort
Mosquitos
Although I had to have the room sprayed for mosquitos and leave the room while the poison took effect, I still was bitten by mosquitos. I hate mosquitos so I am glad I only stayed one night.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Nice place to stay in Santa Marta
The staff was very helpful and polite, it was so nice to be welcomed by them after a long day of travel. They were able to answer all of my questions and helped me set up a cab for an early flight. The building itself is beautiful and the rooftop deck is a nice reprieve from the noisy city streets below. However, the room was not as clean as it might have been, there was a dead cockroach in one corner, and the linens had spots on them. I also found the mattress to be somewhat uncomfortable. Overall it was a pleasant stay but I would have liked the room to be cleaner and more well-kept.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front desk staff is amazing. Always available and pleased to help. The swimming pool on the rooftop although very small is really good and has nice views over the city and the cathedral. The hotel is really well located right beside the main shopping and pedestrian street. The room are well appointed and the A/C works very well. The room It has a mini bar. The only thing to improve is perhaps to provide more light in the bathroom as it feels extremely dark (there is only one spotlight in the ceiling). Overall is a great Hotel and with extremely attentive and pleasant staff in one of the best locations in the city.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
EGood location and excellent staff. Good breakfast, cold ax and a decent shower with hot water
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Travelled with group
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kathrin, Regensburg, Germany

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There was a great variaty of different breakfast options! They offer a direct transport to Cartagena. One member of the staff speaks german. Everyone was very friendly and eager to help. We enjoyed our stay there.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved the Barcelona Suite
We stayed in the Barcelona suite for 3 nights as a base for visiting Minca and Tayrona. The room is massive and really nicely decorated, with 2 balconies off the bedroom and 1 off the sitting area. The hotel is only a block away from the main strip of restaurants, bars etc, which meant we could walk to these without feeling unsafe. The hotel itself has a security gate and felt very safe. It has a cute rooftop area with very small pool - we didn’t really use this much as we tended to be out all day. The room is well equipped including really good air con which was welcomed as this was our first stop on the Carribean coast! The only drawbacks were the very loud pigeons on the balcony early morning (take ear plugs) and the curtains were not black out (take eye mask!) The breakfast was made to order rather than buffet and had a good variety, but was sometimes a little slow - something to bear in mind if you’re heading out on a day trip and are pressed for time. The staff however were really friendly, and were helpful in organising our onward travel to Cartagena.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

6/10 Okay

andres

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The big problem was every day at breakfast cause mosquitos and flies they have to fix that cause is nasty eat with that on. Top of food
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel staff is friendly and my room was beautiful!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

6/10 Okay

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Nice place, nice people. room was uncomfortable.
It is in a convenient neighborhood and the staff was wonderful and the breakfast was wonderful. There was construction noise everyday, all day. I understand that can be temporary. If I have a complain it is that there is no place to sit down in your room except the bed. I asked for a chair but I was denied. How can someone stay in a room with no chair?
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Michael, Toronto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel
Wonderful rooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

jose

Liked: Staff & service
Historic Santa Marta
Good breakfast. Nic e people, good service, old building hard to keep up with, they try hard to keep it clean and considering, they do a nice job. Good area to stay, historical Santa Marta. First Colombian city (1525).
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staffs are excellent, location is great and good breakfasts.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location , great staff, English was no problem, really Enjoyed the roof top deck and plung pool. Each room has a theme, amazing breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

6/10 Okay

Marie

Liked: Cleanliness
Disappointing
The reception desk told us that we were being upgraded. We were give the room Havana. May be the decoration is made on purpose to appear well worn out on purpose, but it does not look so. We compared the photos with what was shown on website but it seems that they were taken by professional photographer and can be little misleading. The worst bit was the breakfast. The potions are quite small with very limited choice. It is just eggs in various forms. Each extra glass of juice was paid. We were hungry in an hour after the breakfast. Very disappointing as we paid a premium for this so called boutique hotel. Anyways, the good point of the hotel is great location with many places to eat and hang out on walking distance. The staff gave us good indications.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I loved the place and the lovely rooms I think there is a problem with the sewage system in the whole area because smelled very bad The staff were great at any time They hace a lot of propaganda on their restaurant and happy hour but it was not working at all
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

Shawn

This hotel is in the perfect location! The staff is very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

Jeff, Minneapolis, Minnesota

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel staff was very nice. Furniture was a little dated and bed was not the most comfortable but overall pretty good experience.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Raul, MIAMI, FL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The property is locate right in the city center 2 blocks from parque de los novios (Lovers Park) and one block from the cathedral and all the shopping from Downtown Santa Marta. Excellent choices for a complimentary breakfast. You feel like u went back in time in this hotel but still keeping modern restrooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018

2/10 Terrible

Luke, Philadelphia, PA

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel is in very bad shape. The pictures on Expedia are very old, and don't reflect the real condition of the property. In my room, there were burnt light bulbs, and it took almost two days for them to change them. The hotel needs a fresh coat of painting, and there is a clear lack of maintenance and upkeep. It is full of cheap Ikea decor. The terrace looks terrible. The staff was nice and kind but there is little they can do in hotel where management is not investing in serious maintenance.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Ally, london

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great staff and location
Perfect location in the historic centre of Santa Marta with good restaurants and bars within a few minutes walk. Our room was beautiful and airy with lots of space and the hotel also has a roof terrace with great views of town. Staff were lovely and very helpful so we'd fully recommend this hotel for a visit to this part of Colombia.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2018