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
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

Tour in Chiva Rumbera Music Party and Fun in Santa Marta

Tour in Chiva Rumbera Music Party and Fun in Santa Marta

AU$20
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Tour in Chiva Rumbera Music Party and Fun in Santa Marta
Cristal Beach

Tayrona Park - Cristal Beach

AU$99
per adult
Tayrona Park - Cristal Beach
Fiesta Blanca Tour in Santa Marta with Sunset and Open Bar

Fiesta Blanca Tour in Santa Marta with Sunset and Open Bar

AU$75
per adult
Fiesta Blanca Tour in Santa Marta with Sunset and Open Bar
Taganga and Playa Grande Minca Full Tour from Santa Marta

Full Minca, Taganga and Playa Grande Tour from Santa Marta

AU$67
per adult
Full Minca, Taganga and Playa Grande Tour from Santa Marta
Minca - Coffee And Cocoa Tour

Minca - Coffee And Cocoa Tour

AU$121
per adult
Minca - Coffee And Cocoa Tour
Santa Marta: Tayrona Park Private Hike to Cabo San Juan

Santa Marta: Tayrona Park Hike to Cabo San Juan

AU$194
per adult
Santa Marta: Tayrona Park Hike to Cabo San Juan
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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! (378 reviews)
"I like that is close to the beach."

Reviewed on 31 Aug 2025

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HOTEL KARAYA DIVE RESORT

HOTEL KARAYA DIVE RESORT

4 out of 5
Calle 12 No. 2-38 Rodadero, Santa Marta
The price is AU$143 per night from 23 Sept to 24 Sept
AU$143
23 Sept - 24 Sept
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! (72 reviews)
"Once at our arrival, Jose greeted us with a broad smile. Very attentive and friendly. He took his time to explain every aspect of the hotel and was very helpful when we needed help for directions. If i ever go back to Santa Marta, i would stay in this hotel without hesitation. Highly recommend 5 ..."

Reviewed on 27 Aug 2025

HOTEL KARAYA DIVE RESORT
Hotel Portobahia

Hotel Portobahia

3 out of 5
Carrera 4 No. 6-69 El Rodadero, Santa Marta, Magdalena
The price is AU$65 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
AU$65
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Santa Marta. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Rodadero Beach and Mundo Marino ...
7.2/10 Good! (240 reviews)
"Everything Good"

Reviewed on 4 Aug 2025

Hotel Portobahia
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 23 Sept to 24 Sept
AU$222
23 Sept - 24 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! (321 reviews)
"We always stay here and have never had a negative experience. The staff is friendly and accommodating and the overall experience is very nice."

Reviewed on 13 Sept 2025

Hotel Tamacá Beach Resort
The Garden Suites

The Garden Suites

3 out of 5
Calle 17 N. 1B 34 Rodadero, Santa Marta, Magdalena
Fully refundable
The price is AU$70 per night from 15 Oct to 16 Oct
AU$70
15 Oct - 16 Oct
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! (60 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 July 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 July 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 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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