Where to stay in the colombian region of Magdalena

    Inside, Tayrona Park

    Département : Magdalena

    Camping

    Camping Tequendama

    Clean and confortable camping on Arrecifes beach. With lot’s of space, this is the best campsite in Tayrona Park without a doubt.

    Santa Marta

    Département : Magdalena

    Hotel

    Casa Mia Hotels

    This is the hotel where we stayed during our stay in Santa Marta. We recommend staying on the top floor, where the rooms are brighter. Nice decor, good service, and conveniently located right in the historic center.

    Minca

    Département : Magdalena

    Hostal, Hotel

    Casas Viejas Masaya

    Like all Masaya hostels, it’s in a superb location for enjoying the beauty of the Sierra. A mix between hotel and hostal, with good service and every comfort.

    Cienaga

    Département : Magdalena

    Hostal

    El Habitante Casa Cultural Hostal

    A lovely hostal in the historic center of Cienaga run by the Tiempo de Juego foundation, which works with local communities on social empowerment projects. Worth supporting!

    Costeño Beach

    Département : Magdalena

    Hostal

    Costeño Beach Hostal

    Costeño Beach is one of Colombia’s top surfing spots, and this hostal is totally dedicated to this activity in a heavenly setting… Please book for 2 nights minimum!

    Buritaca

    Département : Magdalena

    Eco Lodge, Hostal

    Playa Bonita

    Still on the outskirts of Buritaca, still in the hostel / ecolodge concept with private beach, here’s another heavenly place offering double rooms, villas and a dormitory option, just a few meters from the beach..

    Buritaca

    Département : Magdalena

    Eco Lodge, Hostal

    Viajero Hostel Tayrona

    A hostal on the outskirts of Buritaca that’s a little unusual in that it offers both dormitory beds and luxury ecolodges, all right on the beach… lots of activities on offer, and an atmosphere that’s both festive and relaxing, your choice!

    Inside, Tayrona Park

    Département : Magdalena

    Eco Lodge

    Posada Yachay Tayrona

    Luxury accommodation in the heart of Tayrona Park. Situated 1km from the El Zaino entrance but on a hill, it offers a sublime view of the surrounding mountains.

    Close to entrance, Tayrona Park

    Département : Magdalena

    Hostal

    Yuluka Hostel

    Located around 5 minutes by bus from the main “El Zaino” entrance to Tayrona Park (bus every 15 minutes), Eco hostal Yukula is a green setting with swimming pool, hammocks, dormitories or rooms in lodge-style cabins.

    Close to entrance, Tayrona Park

    Département : Magdalena

    Hostal

    Hostal Manigua

    At the Calabazo entrance, a superb hostal, a little more expensive than the campsite but still relatively accessible. Accommodation ranges from dormitories to lovely double rooms, with a jungle atmosphere and swimming pool.

    Inside, Tayrona Park

    Département : Magdalena

    Hostal

    Hostal Wachakyta

    Please note that the hostel is only accessible by boat. Camping and dormitory-style services at rather high prices, due to the idyllic and isolated setting. You can eat on site, of course.

    Inside, Tayrona Park

    Département : Magdalena

    Eco Lodge

    Hostal Teyumakke

    Hostal Teyumakke is located inside the park, entering from Calabazo, after a fairly demanding 8km hike (it’s also possible to get there on horseback). Rudimentary wooden huts with palm-fringed roofs, right on the beach, but perfect for disconnecting from the world! (No wifi)

    Inside, Tayrona Park

    Département : Magdalena

    Eco Lodge

    Posada Jasayma

    One of the few “hard” accommodation options inside Tayrona Park, a 15-minute walk from the El Zaino entrance. The attentive staff provide a haven of peace in the middle of the jungle, including meals with veggie options.

    Close to entrance, Tayrona Park

    Département : Magdalena

    Camping, Eco Lodge

    Playa Los Angeles

    A semi-private beach 5 minutes from the entrance to Tayrona Park, offering ecolodges and glamping tents on the beach… Recommended.

    Taganga

    Département : Magdalena

    Hostal

    Casa de Felipe Hostal

    A great hostal in Taganga, really. The people at reception are super friendly and super helpful, the rooms are clean and pleasant, the atmosphere is cool, the terrace is great and there’s a “French” restaurant inside that’s really good.

    Minca

    Département : Magdalena

    Eco Lodge

    Minca Glamping

    Looking for a cosy nest for a romantic night? If so, this may be the place for you, with its charming decor and French-speaking welcome. Ecolodge-style rooms in a dream setting high above Minca!

    Minca

    Département : Magdalena

    Hostal

    Mundo nuevo

    You’ve certainly heard of this Belgian and his permaculture project in Minca, and here it is! Another of the trendiest accommodations in the heights of Minca. For the peace and quiet, the view of the Sierra, the discovery of an alternative project and the vegetarian food.

    Minca

    Département : Magdalena

    Finca

    Finca San Rafael

    Welcome to an organic cocoa and coffee finca. This is where we stayed during our visit to Minca. Ask for the room with a view of the Sierra Nevada, just sublime. The room rate includes the coffee/cocoa tour.

    Minca

    Département : Magdalena

    Hostal

    Casa Blanca Hostal

    A small hostal recommended by our friend Sarah. Located just a few steps from the Minca church, you can stay in the heart of the village. You don’t have a view of the mountains, but you’re in a family atmosphere and the hostal is very inexpensive!

    Santa Marta

    Département : Magdalena

    Hotel

    Hotel Cactus

    A truly sublime hotel for those who want to enjoy one of the best hotels in Santa Marta, especially the loft room on the roof with direct access to the pool and views of the Sierra Nevada…

    Santa Marta

    Département : Magdalena

    Hotel

    Catedral Plaza Hotel

    Just for the rooftop swimming pool with a view of the Cathedral… a top-of-the-range hotel with meticulous attention to detail, but with attractive rates depending on the time of year. Treat yourself and enjoy a sunset over the rooftops of Santa Marta.

    Santa Marta

    Département : Magdalena

    Hotel

    Casa de Isabella Hotel

    A beautiful hotel in a superb colonial house, with huge rooms and a rooftop with a small pool and a view… all at a very affordable price! We understand why readers recommend it.

    Santa Marta

    Département : Magdalena

    Hostal

    La Guaca Hostel

    A hostal recommended by our readers, super welcoming, great atmosphere and with a lovely patio for cooling off. A little out of the way, it’s a 20-minute walk from the historic center and the Mercado Publico, but it’s not too bad and the price is right.

    Santa Marta

    Département : Magdalena

    Hostal

    Republica Hostel

    A new concept in the center of Santa Marta, all new and beautiful, with a particularly well-appointed decor and, of course, the swimming pool to match. Dormitories and double rooms.

    Santa Marta

    Département : Magdalena

    Hostal

    Masaya Hostal

    Opened in Bogotá by a group of French friends, Masaya’s success is such that they have opened the same concept in San Agustin and Santa Marta. The setting is ideal, a magnificent colonial house with swimming pool and rooftop.