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Located in El Zaino, 2.7 km from Castilletes Beach, Barranquero Hotel provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. Providing a bar, the property is located within 34 km of Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino. The accommodation features room service, a concierge service and currency exchange for guests.

Lugar tranquilo, vista espectacular y personal amable

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9.2
Wonderful
238 reviews

Quetzal Dorado Eco-Lodge is located in Los Naranjos, only 1.5 km away from the entrance of Tayrona National Park in El Zaino. The property is an eco-friendly hostel that offers private rustic rooms with balcony and bathroom.

Santa Marta is 34 km from the accommodation, while Taganga is 32 km from the property. The nearest airport is Simón Bolívar International Airport, 41 km from Quetzal Dorado Eco-Lodge.

Staff were extremely friendly and smiley, personal thanks to Santiago who was absolutely brilliant. We had a very heavy bag and staff took care of it despite the very many stairs. Welcome cocktail which is a nice touch. The room was very clean and the shower had hot water which is rare in the area. The views are fantastic, you will love the sunset. Dinner was good (very yummy coconut rice) and they even asked whether we wanted our red wine at room temperature (they tend to serve it cold in Colombia). Good breakfast. Close to Tayrona Park which avoids having to do a long drive. Hotel helped us organise our taxi requirements.

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9.5
Exceptional
938 reviews
Price from
$61
per night

Casa hostal Antawara is situated in El Zaino, 31 km from Santa Marta. It is set just 1 k away from the Tayrona Park entrance. Free WiFi is available.

A flat-screen TV is offered. The communal areas are set to offer an amazing view. The property offers a small pool with a waterfall.

Everythng was perfect. The ladies in the staff were helpful, nice and smiley, the breakfast was delicious (pancakes, eggs or yogurt with granola amd fresh cut fruit), and the chill/pool area is soothing amd relaxing. The room.was great, with fan, AC and a beaitiful balcony with a hammock! It's very close to tayrona national park (you catch the bus right at the door or walk for 2kms) and there are restaurants nearby. Wifi worked great also. Recommend it 100%!

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9.1
Wonderful
327 reviews

Boasting mountain views, Villa Tayrona provides accommodation with balcony, around 2.7 km from Castilletes Beach. This holiday home features air-conditioned accommodation with a terrace. There is a restaurant serving local cuisine, and free private parking is available.

The staff were so helpful all the time with all of the question, the restaurant food is superb - try the Costa Curry with chicken - you’ll thank me later!!! 😄 Location is great, 10min by foot to Tayrona entrance and the place itself was cute, we stayed in the lodge by the main road but with ear plugs I couldn’t hear a thing. As a tip: withdraw cash somewhere by the airport or in Santa Marta beforehand as around Villa Tayrona you can only pay by cash or pay a card fee between 7-12% per transaction. In Villa Tayrona though, they put everything on one bill and you can pay by card before you leave without an additional fee! WiFi can be spotty but then just restart and it works fine. It was so superb, I wanna come back even just for the food! Thanks a lot for your help & service to the whole Villa Tayrona staff!

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9.2
Wonderful
147 reviews
Price from
$69
per night

Featuring a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries, rooms at the hotel also provide guests with a mountain view. At Frana Lodge every room comes with bed linen and towels.

Rodadero Sea Aquarium and Museum is 42 km from Frana Lodge. The nearest airport is Simón Bolívar International, 47 km from the hotel, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

The location was stunning and the perfect place to relax. The room was very clean and very comfortable. Each room has great views of the mountains and jungle that surround you. The sunsets in particular were very special. The hosts, Franz and Ana, are extremely nice people and very accommodating. They really make you feel at home, while giving you the space to take in the peace and tranquility of the surroundings. The food, both breakfast and dinner, was among the best we had during our four weeks in Colombia. I cannot recommend this place enough. Having read the reviews before arriving, we were a little daunted by how remote the house was - but there was no need be daunted. The hosts met us at the road and walked with us to the accommodation. If you are used to some light hiking, it is no problem at all and makes for a very special journey every day. By the second day, you feel like a local.

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10
Exceptional
27 reviews
Price from
$73
per night

Boasting garden views, Casa kumake provides accommodation with patio, around 32 km from Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking. The villa features family rooms.

Friendly, informative owners who had good knowledge about the local area, including Tayrona National Park. Great breakfast with a great view. Offered a quick laundry service too. Excellent location for Tayrona

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9.4
Wonderful
41 reviews

The holiday home consists of 2 bedrooms, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a coffee machine, and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and slippers. Guests can enjoy a meal on an outdoor dining area while overlooking the mountain views. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.

The property was perfect. Very large living room, kitchen very well equiped, rooms very comfortable and a natural garden very beautiful 😊! The property owner was very helpful and kind 🙏

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9
Wonderful
48 reviews
Price from
$40
per night

Posada la Ofelia is situated in El Trompito, 31 km from Santa Marta. There is a restaurant and guests can have fun at the games room. Free WiFi is provided throughout the property.

Towels and bed linen are featured.

This place is paradise. I have never stayed somewhere as magical, beautiful and accommodating as Posada Ofelia. It's difficult to describe in words, you just have to stay here. The crystal clear rivers, walks through the jungle and passionfruit vines, the two beautiful dogs Pollo and Paka, the sensational home cooked Colombian food (we stayed for 12 nights and the food was different and unique every time), and most of all the incredible hospitality from Esperanza and Javier. I can't thank you both enough for creating such a special place. I can't wait to return and give you both a big hug. If you're reading this please stay here!

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9.7
Exceptional
69 reviews
Price from
$29
per night

Villa Del Río is located near El Zaino and 6 km from Los Cocos Beach. It features free parking.

Each room here will provide you with a fan. The private bathroom also comes with a shower. You can enjoy river view from the room.

The hosts are very kind and helpful! We left our luggage there before going into Tayrona park for a night. After we spend two days in the park we came back and they had the room and luggage ready for us. It's very close to El Zaino entrance and the bus to/from Palomino and Santa Marta comes by every few minutes. Swimming pool was very nice to cool down. Overall very relaxed!

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9.2
Wonderful
64 reviews

Santa Marta Gold Museum is 41 km from Camping Tequendama Playa Arrecifes Parque Tayrona, while Santa Marta Cathedral is 42 km away. The nearest airport is Simón Bolívar International Airport, 51 km from the accommodation.

WE LOVED EVERYTHING, from the location to the amazing staff (special mention to the ladies at the restaurant and Samuel at reception). The tents are súper confortable, bathrooms very clean, amazing food (we came back as we loved having dinner there). The vibe is so so good there. They have an outdoor shower in the sun that was very convenient! they provide with wifi (note no signal in most parts of the park). Children friendly also! Possibly the best place we have stayed so far - almost all places in the coas have no outside window so we loved the fresh air!!

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8.1
Very Good
1,074 reviews
Price from
$20
per night

Most booked lodgings in El Zaino this month

These lodgings in El Zaino have options with FREE cancellation

  • Senda Koguiwa
    Free cancellation options available
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 2,730 reviews

    Located five minutes away from Tayrona Park main entrance. Senda Koguiwa provides accommodations with a restaurant, free private parking and an outdoor swimming pool.

    The food was outstanding & staff very friendly

  • Cabaña la Hamaca Grande un encuentro con la naturaleza
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 147 reviews

    19 miles from Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino in El Zaino, Cabaña la Hamaca Grande un encuentro con la naturaleza provides accommodations with access to a public bath and open-air bath.

    Cosy, with beautiful views, tasty food and lovely staff.

  • Lodge Cacao
    Free cancellation options available
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 358 reviews

    Featuring a swimming pool, a garden, a terrace and views of the mountain, Lodge Cacao is located in El Zaino and provides accommodations with free WiFi.

    Todo muy rico, la comida, la habitación y la piscina privada😍

  • Tayrona Cachaco River Ecohostal
    Free cancellation options available
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 152 reviews

    Located in El Zaino, 18 miles from Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino, Tayrona Cachaco River Ecohostal provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

    Es un paraíso, la piscina y el servicio espectacular

  • Tiny Houses Unique Tayrona - Dentro del Parque Tayrona
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 170 reviews

    Tiny Houses Unique Tayrona - Dentro del Parque Tayrona in El Zaino provides accommodations with an open-air bath and a garden. With garden views, this accommodation features a balcony.

    very Nice house and the personell was really friendly.

  • The Valley Tayrona hostel- A unique social jungle hostel
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 858 reviews

    The Valley Tayrona hostel- A unique social jungle hostel features an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a terrace and bar in El Zaino.

    Absolute stunning view! Hostel is very social and food is also good

  • Origen Hostel
    Free cancellation options available
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 433 reviews

    Origen Hostel has an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a terrace and restaurant in El Zaino. Offering a bar, the property is located within 20 miles of Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino.

    Great place to stay in the forest, delicious food and nice company !

  • Eco Hostal Kuima
    Free cancellation options available
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 401 reviews

    Providing garden views, Eco Hostal Kuima in El Zaino features accommodations, a garden, and a bar. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking, and free Wifi.

    The location is perfect to enjoy different places around Tayrona area

Traveling by car? These lodgings in El Zaino offer free parking!

  • Senda Watapuy
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1,215 reviews

    Located in El Zaino, 1.6 miles from Castilletes Beach, Senda Watapuy provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

    Idyllic setting, good location, good service, great cocktails, nice rooms

  • Barranquero Hotel
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 238 reviews

    Located in El Zaino, 1.7 miles from Castilletes Beach, Barranquero Hotel provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

    Beautiful tranquil location and warm welcoming staff

  • Quetzal Dorado Eco-Lodge
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 938 reviews

    Quetzal Dorado Eco-Lodge is located in Los Naranjos, only 0.9 mi away from the entrance of Tayrona National Park in El Zaino.

    Superb view of sunsets! Friendly and proactive staff

  • Villa Tayrona
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 147 reviews

    Featuring garden views, Villa Tayrona in El Zaino features accommodations, an open-air bath, and a garden. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking, and free Wifi.

    Great location. Great facilities. Good value for money.

  • Casa kumake
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 41 reviews

    Providing garden views, Casa kumake in El Zaino provides accommodations, an outdoor swimming pool, a garden, and a bar. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking, and free Wifi.

    Jorge y su esposa son muy serviciales y nos ayudaron con todo.

  • Casa Oasis de colibri
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 48 reviews

    Offering a garden, Casa Oasis de colibri offers accommodations in El Zaino. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking, and free Wifi.

    la ubicación es perfecta, estábamos rodeados de naturaleza y tranquilidad

  • Hotel Jasayma dentro del Parque Tayrona
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,111 reviews

    Located inside Tayrona Park, among mountains and the Park´s rain forest Hotel Jasayma dentro del Parque Tayrona features a garden and a restaurant. American and regional breakfast is provided.

    we had a really nice stay there during our Tayrona visit

  • Eco Hostal Yuluka
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,020 reviews

    Featuring a garden with an outdoor swimming pool, and a restaurant, Eco Hostal Yuluka offers eco-friendly accommodations with plasma TVs in Santa Marta. Breakfast and free parking are provided.

    Everything was absolutely perfect, a little oasis in Tayrona

Highly-rated lodgings in El Zaino

  • La Finca Lorena Tayrona
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 150 reviews

    Located in El Zaino, La Finca Lorena Tayrona features a garden, terrace, bar, and free WiFi throughout the property.

    The place is super peaceful, surrounded by nature.

  • Villa Yira Eco-hotel
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 182 reviews

    Located in El Zaino, 20 miles from Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino, Villa Yira Eco-hotel provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, private parking, a garden and a terrace. 22 miles from...

    Lovely place and people. We Will come back again for sure.

  • Hostal Antawara Tayrona
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 327 reviews

    Casa hostal Antawara is located in El Zaino, 19 mi from Santa Marta. It is set just 1 k away from the Tayrona Park entrance. Free WiFi is available. A flat-screen TV is offered.

    next to the main road. easy to get to tayrona park

  • Frana Lodge
    8.0+ review score
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 27 reviews

    Featuring a garden, terrace, restaurant and free WiFi, Frana Lodge is located in El Zaino, 21 miles from Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino and 23 miles from Santa Marta Gold Museum.

    Nous avons adoré la vue, l’ambiance, et les propriétaires

  • Camping Tequendama Playa Arrecifes Parque Tayrona
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,074 reviews

    Providing garden views, Camping Tequendama Playa Arrecifes Parque Tayrona in El Zaino offers accommodations and a garden.

    Nice breakfast, good location, nice staff, regular prices for the area.

  • Hostal Zirumake Dentro del Parque Tayrona
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 337 reviews

    Located in El Zaino, a 7-minute walk from Castilletes Beach, Hostal Zirumake Dentro del Parque Tayrona provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

    Quiet, fresh an beautiful location in the jungle, lovely family

  • Cabañas Orlando y Más Na' Tayrona
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 133 reviews

    Providing pool views, Cabañas Orlando y Más Na' Tayrona in El Zaino features accommodations and a garden. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking, and free Wifi.

    close to tayrona, nice pool very good value for money

  • Cabañas Tequendama Playa Arrecifes Parque Tayrona
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 297 reviews

    Located in El Zaino, a few steps from Playa Arrecifes, Cabañas Tequendama Playa Arrecifes Parque Tayrona has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

    Emplacement, personnel, la chambre et l'espace.

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Lodgings That Guests Love in El Zaino

  • Avg. price/night: $34.76
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 858 reviews
    What a beautiful hostel is The Valley. In the middle of nature, surrounded with bird sounds. Beautiful view on the mountains with the sunset. Showering and going to the toilet with a view on nature. And also the rooms have a view on nature, it is sleeping in nature.
    Saskia
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $33.17
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 41 reviews
    A cozy accommodation in a great location! The hosts were incredibly friendly and made us feel right at home. It is a 20 minute walk to the main entrance of the park and there are many nice restaurants nearby. The rooms were clean and we slept well in the bed. There is a nice pool that is shared with other guests, but we had it to ourselves most of the time. There were also friendly pets that would come and say hello. Thank-you for such a lovely stay!
    Jordan
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $38.27
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 358 reviews
    There isn’t much to like about this place apart from the birds in the trees. It is a very basic lodge with no amenities and unfriendly, unhelpful staff.
    Tracey
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $180.12
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1,215 reviews
    Very friendly staff, amazing room/cabana! The hotel is so beautiful! The ordering of food could be done online and to the cabana.
    Malen
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $28.06
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 187 reviews
    Wonderful hosts, tranquil and clean accommodation and a great location to visit tayrona national park.
    Indre
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $65.11
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 938 reviews
    The view was incredible. Loved having our own little lodge as our bedroom which was very clean and the perfect size. The pool was a welcome relief from the heat!
    Hannah
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $111.49
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 2,730 reviews
    this is a lovely hotel with very comfortable rooms, great swimmingpool and beautiful grounds, very nice staff, very professional and friendly, highly recommended
    Tom
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $45.92
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 401 reviews
    Very nice boutique Hotel at a very good Location, close to the Parc and beaches. Very nice and friendly stuff
    Mischa
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $180.12
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1,215 reviews
    Really one of those once in a lifetime experiences. We loved it! The food was so so good. There's an open kitchen and if it wasn't so hot, it'd be good to do a Chef's Table sort of thing. Our room as beautiful as was the plunge pool which was perfect for our toddler. We did the cocao tour and that was great too. We had a hire car and the hotel's directions worked perfectly for us! Everything was very reasonably priced given the setting and location.
    Caroline
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $65.11
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 938 reviews
    The hotel was really nice and had lovely views of the Tayrona park. The personnel was very nice and helpful and the restaurant food was very good too. We really enjoyed our stay here. The hotel is located 3 minutes by car from the main entrance to the National Park and hotel can organise taxis for guests.
    Natalia
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: $108.56
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 170 reviews
    Very unique accommodation in a quiet and beautiful area. Excellent staff
    Hannah
    Travelers with friends
  • Avg. price/night: $180.12
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1,215 reviews
    I’m a returning traveler to Senda Watapuy. It’s such a beautiful place with the best views and heartwarming staff. Watapuy offers the comfort of a high quality hotel with direct access to the most beautiful nature. The river and jungle are accessible from the hotel and Tayrona Park is a 10 minutes walk away. The massage team is amazing. I highly recommend this wonderful place!
    Veerle
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $180.12
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1,215 reviews
    Paradise - the hotel and surroundings, had no glue that an enhanced river where you can float and hile around is attached to the property. Only minutes walk from Park Entrance. Super food and service!
    Cornelia
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $40.82
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 123 reviews
    Nice hotel near the Calabazo entrance of Tayrona park. Perfect to stay when you want to enter the park early in the morning. Equipped with a pool and small garden. Nothing much around but the location only serves for the park entrance.
    Jip
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $34.76
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 858 reviews
    The way to the accommodation was very nice. You had to cross a few small rivers and walk through the jungle. The description of how to get to the accommodation was good. The complex is surrounded by greenery and built with a lot of wood. The view from the large hammocks is incredible. There are 2 restaurants. The food itself was delicious, but unfortunately we got food poisoning there.
    Romy
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $111.49
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 2,730 reviews
    Absolutely stunning location, excellently maintained and lovely staff. The pool, the river, the proximity to tayrona, and the hike on the grounds of the hotel were all amazing!
    Andina
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $180.12
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1,215 reviews
    Incredible hotel. Everything you could want!
    katy
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $38.27
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 358 reviews
    Friendly staff and big room. However I would not recommend this place if you are looking for calm as it s next to the busy road (all hotels in the area are next to the road anyway so if you want quietness stay in the park). A few restaurants nearby that serve good food. Very easy to get the bus to go to the park.
    anne
    Travelers with friends
  • Avg. price/night: $111.49
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 2,730 reviews
    The hotel is located 5 mins from the main Tayrona park entrance making access very easy. Rooms are spacious and food was really great.
    MTheBear
    Travelers with friends
  • Avg. price/night: $37.95
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 471 reviews
    We loved our stay at Tayrona Angel Lodge! The room was spacious and so nice to have air con. The pool was great too. Staff were great, they allowed us to change our dates which was helpful. They also do a great breakfast. The location couldn’t be better either 5 minute walk to the entrance of the park. They also store your bags here when you go to the park.
    Hannah
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $34.76
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 858 reviews
    Sleeping in the middle of nature with jungle sounds and natural AC felt awesome. Also being secluded from the rest of the world was amazing good and relaxing experience. Staff was really friendly and food/ cocktails were also top notch.
    Thomas
    Travelers with friends
  • Avg. price/night: $180.12
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1,215 reviews
    Exceptional hotel in a beautiful location. The place has so much character and the breakfast it’s great. The perfect spot for a relaxing vacation.
    Georgios
    Travelers with friends