Hostal Principio Tayrona, near Tayrona National Natural Park, offers a quiet escape. Enjoy the Turkish bath, spa treatments, and start your day with English breakfast and coffee at the on-site cafe. Helpful concierge and luggage storage ensure a hassle-free stay.
Located in Santa Marta, Hostal Principio Tayrona is on the waterfront. Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino and Customs House are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Macondo Labyrinth and Mareygua Beach. San Juan Cultural Center and Mundo Marino Aquarium are also worth visiting. Visit our Santa Marta travel guide
Carrera 6 #3-194 Vereda Calabazo, km20 via Rioacha, Santa Marta, Magdalena
What's nearby
Tayrona National Natural Park
6 min drive - 11.3 km
Macondo Labyrinth
11 min drive - 18.1 km
Enchanted Pools
12 min drive - 21.2 km
Parque Isla Salamanca
13 min drive - 21.8 km
Guachaca River
15 min drive - 24.9 km
Getting around
Santa Marta (SMR-Simon Bolivar)
49 min drive
Restaurants
El CaribeƱo
Restaurante Tayrona
Vicky's
8 min drive
Restaurante Las Acacias
8 min drive
Tranquilandia
5 min drive
About this property
Hostal Principio Tayrona
Hotel near Tayrona National Natural Park
Take advantage of free English breakfast, a free daily manager's reception and a terrace at Hostal Principio Tayrona. For some rest and relaxation, visit the Turkish bath/hammam or hot tub, and indulge in hydrotherapy, a massage or a body scrub. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities, such as designer shops on-site and a coffee shop/cafe.
Other perks include:
Free valet parking
Tour/ticket information, concierge services and outdoor furniture
Coffee/tea in reception, massage treatment rooms and luggage storage
Free English breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM
A bar/lounge
A coffee shop/cafe
A restaurant
Coffee and tea in common areas
Free daily manager's reception
Hosted evening meal available daily for a fee of COP 50,000; reservation required
Things to do
Designer stores
Hot tub
Family friendly
Laundry facilities
Conveniences
Laundry facilities
Limited-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Guest services
Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Concierge services
Housekeeping (daily)
Proposal/romance packages
Tour and ticket assistance
Outdoors
Garden
On the waterfront
Outdoor entertainment area
Outdoor furniture
Terrace
Spa
Aromatherapy
Body scrubs
Body wraps
Couples treatment rooms
Deep-tissue massages
Facials
Hot stone massages
Hydrotherapy
Manicures/pedicures
Outdoor treatment areas
Prenatal massages
Sports massages
Swedish massages
Thai massages
Treatment room
Turkish bath
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
No lift (single-level property)
Well-lit path to entrance
More
Designated smoking areas
Mosquito nets
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Private bathroom
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 6:00 AM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 15
Check-out
Check-out before 12:30 PM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 6:30 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Cots (infant beds) are not available
Payment types at the property
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
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 travellers who present a valid passport and tourist visa showing that they are not a resident of Colombia and who pay using a foreign card or via a bank transfer from outside Colombia. This exemption only applies to tourist package bookings (accommodation plus other travel services).
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Airport shuttle fee: COP 150000.00 per room (one-way)
Hot tub fee: COP 30000 per stay
Hosted evening meal: COP 50000
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
If you are travelling with a child, your property may require you to present the following documents: parents travelling into Colombia with a child under 18 may be required to present the child's birth certificate and photo ID (passport for non-Colombian citizens) at check-in. If a relative or legal guardian is travelling into Colombia with the child, that relative or legal guardian may be required to present a notarised consent of travel signed by both parents and a copy of both parents' ID. If only one parent is travelling into Colombia with the child, that parent may be required to present a notarised consent of travel signed by the other parent. Visitors who plan to travel with children should consult with a Colombian consulate office prior to travel for further guidance.
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Frequently asked questions
Is Hostal Principio Tayrona pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Hostal Principio Tayrona?
As of 6 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hostal Principio Tayrona on 17 Mar 2026 start from ąøæ1,895, 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.
How much is parking at Hostal Principio Tayrona?
Valet parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Hostal Principio Tayrona?
Check-in start time: 6:00 AM; check-in end time: anytime.
What time is check-out at Hostal Principio Tayrona?
Checkout is at 12:30 PM.
Where is Hostal Principio Tayrona located?
Situated on the waterfront, this spa hotel is within 12 miles (20 km) of Tayrona National Natural Park, Macondo Labyrinth and Enchanted Pools. Parque Isla Salamanca and CosteƱo Beach are also within 12 miles (20 km).
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