Norte Travel Guide

Santa Marta

A lush green valley with dense vegetation and mountains in the background under a partly cloudy sky.

Things to do


Top hotels in Norte

Santa Marta Marriott Resort Playa Dormida

Santa Marta Marriott Resort Playa Dormida

4.5 out of 5
Carrera 3 No 142-60, Bello Horizonte Santa Marta Magdalena
The price is ฿5,929 per night from 14 Jul to 15 Jul
฿5,929
฿5,929 total
14 Jul - 15 Jul
Stay at this luxury hotel in Santa Marta. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (961 reviews)
"My worst experience in Colombia!!! The staff at this Hotel was very rude. Very strange for Colombia. I have lived in Colombia for three years and have never been treated so poorly. I hope there are changes at this hotel, because the hotel is very nice, but the staff is horrible, except for one great ..."

Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026

Santa Marta Marriott Resort Playa Dormida
Hilton Santa Marta

Hilton Santa Marta

4.5 out of 5
Carrera 2 No 114-78 Santa Marta
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿5,497 per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
฿5,497
฿5,497 total
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Stay at this luxury resort in Santa Marta. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (629 reviews)
"Nice place, good service"

Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026

Hilton Santa Marta
AC Hotel by Marriott Santa Marta

AC Hotel by Marriott Santa Marta

3.5 out of 5
CALLE 23 NO. 1C - 79 Santa Marta
The price is ฿3,092 per night from 11 Jul to 12 Jul
฿3,092
฿3,092 total
11 Jul - 12 Jul
Stay at this beach hotel in Santa Marta. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (571 reviews)
"The hotel is near the port where some excursions depart, very conveniently located next restaurants and the night scene. Felt very safe as there police patrolling the area."

Reviewed on 25 Jun 2026

AC Hotel by Marriott Santa Marta
Best Western Plus Santa Marta Hotel

Best Western Plus Santa Marta Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Calle 24 No 3-65 Santa Marta
The price is ฿3,115 per night from 29 Jun to 30 Jun
฿3,115
฿3,115 total
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Marta. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (765 reviews)
"Muy buen servicio , súper atentos en el área de la piscina , en la limpieza y cambio de toallas y sábanas , la atención al público me agrado bastante , la comida súper rica y claro que vuelvo a ir . Muchas gracias a todos el personal y que Dios los bendiga ..."

Reviewed on 17 Jun 2026

Best Western Plus Santa Marta Hotel
Hotel be La Sierra

Hotel be La Sierra

3 out of 5
Cra 1 N° 9-47 Santa Marta Magdalena
The price is ฿3,317 per night from 24 Jul to 25 Jul
฿3,317
฿3,317 total
24 Jul - 25 Jul
Stay at this beach hotel in Santa Marta. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8/10 Very good! (405 reviews)
"Regular staff breakfast mala publicidad"

Reviewed on 25 Jun 2026

Hotel be La Sierra
Hotel Rodadero Inn By GEH Suites

Hotel Rodadero Inn By GEH Suites

3 out of 5
Calle 20 # 1B-64 Santa Marta Santa Marta
The price is ฿1,410 per night from 30 Jun to 1 Jul
฿1,410
฿1,410 total
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Stay at this hotel in Santa Marta. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Rodadero Beach and Santa Marta Beach are located ...
7.2/10 Good! (9 reviews)
"Everything beautiful. Excellent customer service, i highly recommend to visit the beach close the hotel at night, very safe place, the A/C beautiful."

Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026

Hotel Rodadero Inn By GEH Suites
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Where to stay in Norte

Find the best Norte areas for the activities you enjoy most.

El Rodadero

El Rodadero is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Rodadero Beach and Mundo Marino Aquarium.

Bello Horizonte

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

Historic Center

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.

Los Cocos

While there might not be top attractions in Los Cocos, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Marina Santa Marta and Parque de los Novios.

Mamatoco

Though Mamatoco may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Eduardo Santos Stadium and Taganga Beach.



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