Hotel Akuamarina

3.5 star property
3.5-star hotel near Santa Marta Beach

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Outdoor spa tub
Standard Single Room, Garden View | Living area
A hotel entrance with a signboard, a blue gate, and a person standing in front.
Outdoor spa tub
Hallway

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Calle 20 #7a-46, Santa Marta, 470004
  • Place, Santa Marta Theater
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Marta Cathedral
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Parque de los Novios
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Santa Marta (SMR-Simon Bolivar)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Room options

Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Quadruple Room

  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Triple Room, Multiple Beds

  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Suite, Multiple Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Single Room, Garden View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 19 sq m
  • 5 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

Santa Marta

Historic Center stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Historic Center hotel, you'll find Santa Marta Theater and Parque de los Novios. Santa Marta Cathedral and Clinic El Prado are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Santa Marta Theater - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Santa Marta Cathedral - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Parque de los Novios - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Simón Bolivar Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Santa Marta Beach - 11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Santa Marta (SMR-Simon Bolivar) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tocata Karaoke Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Inspira Café & Arte - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Juan Valdez Las Olas - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante El Gran Chaparral - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪La Gran Muralla - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Hotel Akuamarina

3.5-star hotel near Santa Marta Beach
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A hot tub, a terrace, and coffee/tea in a common area are also featured at Hotel Akuamarina.

This 3.5-star Santa Marta hotel is smoke free.

  • 20 guestrooms or units
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Terrace
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Hotel Akuamarina offers 20 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. 42-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. This Santa Marta hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Hosted evening meal available daily for a fee of COP 15
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Hot tub

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Fan
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: COP 50000 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Food and water bowls and litter boxes are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 5 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • You may be required to pay the following charge at the property: Colombia Value-Added Tax (VAT) at 19%. A VAT exemption is available to travelers who present a valid passport and tourist visa showing they are not a resident of Colombia and who pay using a foreign card or via a bank transfer from outside Colombia. This exemption applies only to tourist package bookings (accommodation plus other travel services).

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: COP 50000 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Hosted evening meal: COP 15

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit 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 credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • There is no hot water on site.
  • Visitors traveling with a child may be required by the property to present the following documents: At check-in, parents traveling into Colombia with a child under 18 may be obligated to present the child's birth certificate and photo ID (passport for non-Columbian citizens). If a relative or legal guardian is traveling into Colombia with the child, that relative or legal guardian may be obligated to present a notarized consent of travel signed by both parents, along with a copy of both parents' ID. If only one parent is traveling into Colombia with the child, that parent may be required to present a notarized consent of travel signed by the other parent. Visitors planning to travel with children should consult a Colombian consulate office in advance of travel for additional guidance.
  • One child 5 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Hotel Akuamarina to the airport?

Hotel Akuamarina is 10.9 mi (27-min drive) away from the Santa Marta (SMR-Simon Bolivar) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Akuamarina?

As of Jul 10, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Akuamarina on Jul 11, 2026 start from CA $65, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Hotel Akuamarina have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Hotel Akuamarina.

How close is Hotel Akuamarina to the beach?

This hotel is a short 10-minute walk from Santa Marta Beach and 3.1 mi (14-min drive) from Taganga Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Hotel Akuamarina offer free breakfast?

Hotel Akuamarina offers free cooked-to-order breakfast every day from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Hotel Akuamarina?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Hotel Akuamarina?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Hotel Akuamarina?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Hotel Akuamarina have a pool?

Hotel Akuamarina does not have a pool.

Does Hotel Akuamarina have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Hotel Akuamarina have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Hotel Akuamarina to downtown Santa Marta?

Hotel Akuamarina is 0.3 mi away from Comuna 2.

Hotel Akuamarina Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 70 out of 101 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 101 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 101 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 101 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 101 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A great simple hotel where you need it at the right price.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast and location, generous room size, daily cleaning and strong wifi.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ravikiran

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly staff, clean room an central location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Akuamarine ia a very spacious, light, and clean hotel . The rooms are a good size, reasonably quiet and comfortable. It is only a few minutes walk to the centro historico. The staff are friendly and helpful and breakfast is very good. The showers are tepid are best.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Vincent

Liked: Cleanliness
Great basic hotel, good location and staff! Rooftop terrace is fun and room AC worked well. Window above the sink would benefit from curtains
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Location, staff, rooms, breakfast were all excellent. Highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy to walk close to everything there is to do in Santa Marta breakfast was good place was clean staff was nice
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Klemen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
so good , close to the centre
Stayed 12 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

virginia H

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This place in located walking distance to the pier and el parque de los Novios where all the restaurants and music is. Very nice and friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jocelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Super great value for money
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Reynaldo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Erik the front desk reception was awesome, courteous excellent.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We really enjoyed our stay here. The location is ideal, a 5 minute walk to the beach and main area for restaurants. The rooms are very spacious and clean. The breakfast included is great. The staff are very friendly and helpful. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Rommel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excelente
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellently

very enjoyable
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay in Akuamarina in Santa Marta. The reception was very helpful in organizing excursions and the hotel driver Mauri was wonderful! He was very patient with our poor Spanish, explained some of the history Santa Marta and even took us to see a couple beautiful viewpoints he recommended. I would stay at Hotel Akuamarina again next time I'm in Santa Marta.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Scarlett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Large rooms Cold shower Not in a great area
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Receptionists are awesome!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Central quiet, super base for Santa Maria

Large rooms, clean and nice, strong wifi, friendly staff, large breakfast variety. Possible improvement: have water filter machine; so guests can refilll their water (in the very hot city)
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Super base for Santa Marta

Clean, close to central city area, friendly staff who helped with taxi arrangements, storing luggage and eager to help. Rooms (we stayed at 2 different rooms, due to repeat visits) were clean and quiet. Improvement: 1) Have dispenser for soap, shampoo rather than single-use products 2) Have a water-filler tank in the lobby for refill of water (very hot in Santa Marta), free or at a small charge.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Pedro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Bed comfortable and staff friendly. Had some plumbing issues taken care of by maintenance. Quite noisy from the services at the cemetery next door at 6:30am (yes, am) to late night events in the area. Breakfast filling with several options. Allowed us to store luggage away for a day getaway which was a plus. Like many hotels in area water is cold to lukewarm depending on time of day. Hot tub on rooftop dirty we couldn’t use.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pour le prix c'est une c'est parfait.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Vincent

Liked: Cleanliness
Petit hôtel de base bien situé, propre et fonctionnel. Chambres parfaites pour une famille de 4. La chambre beneficierait d'un rideau pour bloquer la lumière de la petite fenêtre au dessus de l'évier.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Hector

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Y
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025