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

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

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

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

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

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

Tayrona Bay Sailboat trip

Tayrona Bay Sailboat trip

AU$92
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Tayrona Bay Sailboat trip
The Mamba leaves from Bahia de Santa Marta - Cabo San Juan. Behind the Sierra Nevada.

Maritime Adventure by Boat to Tayrona Santa Marta

AU$84
per adult
Maritime Adventure by Boat to Tayrona Santa Marta
Sunset Sailing Santa Marta Bay

Sunset Sailing Santa Marta Bay

AU$69
per adult
Sunset Sailing Santa Marta Bay
From Santa Marta: Tayrona National Park Guided Tour

From Santa Marta: Tayrona National Park Guided Tour

AU$101
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
From Santa Marta: Tayrona National Park Guided Tour
Full-Day Hiking Tour in Minca with coffee & Cocoa Workshop

Full-Day Hiking Tour in Minca with coffee & Cocoa Workshop

AU$84
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Full-Day Hiking Tour in Minca with coffee & Cocoa Workshop
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2 Day Minca Tour with Bird Watching

AU$145
per adult
2 Day Minca Tour with Bird Watching
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Our pick of the best El Rodadero Hotel Deals

HOTEL KARAYA DIVE RESORT

HOTEL KARAYA DIVE RESORT

4 out of 5
Calle 12 No. 2-38 Rodadero, Santa Marta
The price is AU$114 per night from 5 Aug to 6 Aug
AU$114
5 Aug - 6 Aug
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Santa Marta. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Rodadero Beach and Arrecife ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (62 reviews)
"We were very pleased with the friendliness and helpfulness of the staff. The food in the restaurant was delicious! Our experience there was very enjoyable."

Reviewed on 25 Jul. 2025

HOTEL KARAYA DIVE RESORT
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! (371 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 be La Sierra
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$212 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$212
1 Sept - 2 Sept
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! (314 reviews)
Great Rodadero hotel On the Beach
"This is a fabulous hotel on the beach, in Rodadero, a few few miles, south of the city of Santa Marta. Our room, and it seems all the rooms overlooked the pool, which is in front of the beach. It is a magnificent view of the beach and the ocean and islands and surrounding hills. Every morning you ..."

Reviewed on 17 Jul. 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$75 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
AU$75
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Santa Marta. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Rodadero Beach and Arrecife Shopping ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (57 reviews)
"La propiedad y las personas que nos atendieron fueron increíbles. muy agradecido con la atención de Jesus y la muchacha dela limpieza fueron muy atentos. También el desayuno fue espectacular, solo que me hubiese gustado mas opciones; y también una unidad con cocina pero será para la próxima ya que ..."

Reviewed on 19 Jul. 2025

The Garden Suites
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 breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Rodadero Beach and Arrecife Shopping Center ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (157 reviews)
"There are two ACs in the apartment. One 8n the main bedroom and second in tha living room, shared are with the second bedroom. This causes the second bedroom to not be cold enough. Pool said it opened at 10 am. But opened at 11. With an 12 am checkout, that is useless. Besides that, all good."

Reviewed on 24 Jul. 2025

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Terrazas Tayrona Travelers Apartamentos y Suites
Perla Roca Hotel Boutique - Beach Front

Perla Roca Hotel Boutique - Beach Front

3 out of 5
Bahía de Puerto Puerto, Santa Marta, Magdalena
The price is AU$157 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$157
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Santa Marta. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Rodadero Beach and Parque de los Novios ...
Perla Roca Hotel Boutique - Beach Front
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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 showing heritage elements, a city and street scenes

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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Bello Horizonte

If you're spending some time in Bello Horizonte, Bello Horizonte Beach and Zazue are top sights worth seeing.

Bello Horizonte

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