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Hostal Tamaca

Property class: 2.5
Hotel near Rodadero Beach in Santa Marta

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An indoor swimming pool with water fountains and a cityscape in the background.
A spacious, well-lit room with a polished floor, several doors, and a row of chairs along one wall.
A balcony with a metal railing, a white floor, and a window on the left.
A hotel room with three single beds, a whiteboard on the wall, and a small table with a lamp.
A long, narrow hallway with a reflective floor and a blue accent lighting strip on the ceiling.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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Kr. 2#18 35local 1, Rodadero Sur, Santa Marta, 470001
  • Place, Arrecife Shopping Center
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Mundo Marino Aquarium
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Rodadero Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Santa Marta (SMR-Simon Bolivar)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Triple Room

A hotel room with three single beds, a whiteboard on the wall, and a small table with a lamp.

Standard Triple Room

  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed

View all photos for Standard Twin Room

A small, clean room with a bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a small refrigerator, and a wooden wardrobe.

Standard Twin Room

  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Single Room

A small, clean room with a bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a small refrigerator, and a wooden wardrobe.

Standard Single Room

  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Triple Room

A hotel room with two beds, a small desk, a television, and an air conditioning unit.

Standard Triple Room

  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed

View all photos for Standard Quadruple Room

A hotel room with two beds, a small desk, a television, and an air conditioning unit.

Standard Quadruple Room

  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Room

  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 5 Queen Beds

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About the area

Santa Marta

El Rodadero stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this El Rodadero hotel, you'll find Arrecife Shopping Center and Mundo Marino Aquarium. Rodadero Beach and Cape Turtle Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Arrecife Shopping Center - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Mundo Marino Aquarium - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Rodadero Beach - 8 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Bello Horizonte Beach - 14 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Santa Marta Beach - 18 min drive - 8.1 km

Getting around

  • Santa Marta (SMR-Simon Bolivar) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ita’si - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Frisby - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Juan Valdez Café - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪El punto marino - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Caribe - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Hostal Tamaca

Hotel near Rodadero Beach in Santa Marta
Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free nightly manager's reception.

An outdoor pool and a vending machine are also featured at Hostal Tamaca. Self parking is free.

This Santa Marta hotel is smoke free.

  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Hostal Tamaca offers 12 accommodations. This Santa Marta hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

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

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • Printer

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 12:30 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 1:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive smart lock details

Guests are recommended to download the property's hostal tamaca mobile app before check-in

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk, smart lock

Pets

  • Pets: COP 30 per pet, per night (maximum COP 1 per stay)
  • Only dogs are allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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 30 per pet, per night (maximum COP 1 per stay)

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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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. This property accepts American Express, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • 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.

Property is also known as

Hostal Tamaca Hotel

Hostal Tamaca Santa Marta

Hostal Tamaca Hotel Santa Marta

Frequently asked questions

How close is Hostal Tamaca to the airport?

Hostal Tamaca is 6.4 mi (16-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 Hostal Tamaca?

As of Sept 10, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hostal Tamaca on Oct 11, 2026 start from CA $44, 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 Hostal Tamaca have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Hostal Tamaca.

How close is Hostal Tamaca to the beach?

This hotel is 1.7 mi (5-min drive) from Rodadero Beach and 2 mi (4-min drive) from Cape Turtle Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Hostal Tamaca offer free breakfast?

Hostal Tamaca offers free full breakfast every day from 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Hostal Tamaca?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Hostal Tamaca?

Check-in start time: 12:30 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Hostal Tamaca?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Hostal Tamaca have a pool?

Hostal Tamaca features an outdoor pool.

Does Hostal Tamaca have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Hostal Tamaca have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Hostal Tamaca to downtown Santa Marta?

Hostal Tamaca is 0.6 mi away from Puerto de Gaira.

Hostal Tamaca Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 1 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 1 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Samuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It's difficult to find but it's worth it. The location is excellent. The management was great. The breakfast is sufficient. The A-C and TV worked fine. But there was no showerhead in the shower. It's an excellent value for the price!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026