Mamatoco Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

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Rodadero Beach

5/5(1 review)

This dynamic beach is one of the most visited spots in the area. Enjoy a variety of activities: sunbathe, swim, sail, dive and snorkel.

Rodadero Beach
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Parque de Los Novios

4/5(2 reviews)

Meet friends and share a few drinks at this plaza in the center of Santa Marta, where you’ll find restaurants, bars and vendors selling snacks.

Parque de Los Novios
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Rodadero Sea Aquarium and Museum

3/5(1 review)

Take the children to visit the sea life who live at Rodadero Sea Aquarium and Museum during your holiday to Santa Marta. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Rodadero Sea Aquarium and Museum
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Ciudad Perdida

5/5(1 review)

You can find out about the history of Santa Marta when you stop by Ciudad Perdida. Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.

Ciudad Perdida
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Santa Marta Cathedral

4/5(1 review)

Walk around the cathedral that holds the remains of the city’s founder and claims to be the oldest church in the country.

Santa Marta Cathedral
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Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino

Visit the 17th-century villa and art museum made famous as the place where the famous military leader Simón Bolívar died.

Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino

Activities

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Sailing to Tayrona with Luis and his team: Unique!

NZ$87
Per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Sailing to Tayrona with Luis and his team: Unique!
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Full Day Tour Santa Marta and Barranquilla from Cartagena

NZ$135
Per adult
Full Day Tour Santa Marta and Barranquilla from Cartagena
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Minca Full Day Tour

NZ$98
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Minca Full Day Tour
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Door to door transportation Cartagena Santa Marta

NZ$71
Per adult
Door to door transportation Cartagena Santa Marta
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Full Day Tour to Bahía Concha and Tayrona Park with Pickup

NZ$41
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Full Day Tour to Bahía Concha and Tayrona Park with Pickup
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Full Day Marinka Waterfall

NZ$122
Per adult
Full Day Marinka Waterfall
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Our pick of the best Mamatoco Hotel Deals

Hotel be La Sierra
Hotel be La Sierra
3 out of 5
Cra 1 N° 9-47, El Rodadero, Santa Marta, Magdalena
The price is NZ$97 per night from 3 Jun to 4 Jun
NZ$97
per night
3 Jun - 4 Jun
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Santa Marta. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Rodadero Beach and Mundo ...
8/10 Very Good! (309 reviews)
"The hotel was really nice & well kept. The only reason I gave it a four was the poor internet connection. The wifi at the hotel was absolutely terrible with constant disconnections. The pool is also really small so if you're main thing is a pool, I'd look elsewhere Otherwise, the service & rooms ..."

Reviewed on 1 May 2024

Hotel be La Sierra
Hilton Garden Inn Santa Marta
Hilton Garden Inn Santa Marta
3.5 out of 5
Carrera 1C No. 24-04, Santa Marta
The price is NZ$113 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
NZ$113
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Santa Marta. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (606 reviews)
"Nice hotel but gym facilities are limited. No weigh machines."

Reviewed on 1 May 2024

Hilton Garden Inn Santa Marta
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 NZ$266 per night from 29 May to 30 May
NZ$266
per night
29 May - 30 May
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Santa Marta. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (615 reviews)
"Very organized an clean. Excellent security."

Reviewed on 12 May 2024

Santa Marta Marriott Resort Playa Dormida
Hilton Santa Marta
Hilton Santa Marta
4.5 out of 5
Carretera 1 No. 114-77 KM 14, Santa Marta, Magdalena
The price is NZ$235 per night from 27 May to 28 May
NZ$235
per night
27 May - 28 May
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Santa Marta. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Popular attractions Rodadero Beach and Bello ...
7.8/10 Good! (153 reviews)
"The staff was great as were the restaurants. We had fun at the beach and the surrounding area."

Reviewed on 12 May 2024

Hilton Santa Marta
Mercure Santa Marta Emile
Mercure Santa Marta Emile
3.5 out of 5
Calle 115 No 2 39, Bello Horizonte, Santa Marta
The price is NZ$130 per night from 10 Jun to 11 Jun
NZ$130
per night
10 Jun - 11 Jun
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Santa Marta. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (572 reviews)
Great Affordable Luxury Hotel
"My stay was great! The people were super nice and accommodating. The $10 breakfast is totally worth it. I also tried the gym and they have some decent equipment and the pool is also nice. It's a really short walk from the beach which is very convenience. No complaints at all."

Reviewed on 8 May 2024

Mercure Santa Marta Emile
Irotama Resort
Irotama Resort
4 out of 5
Km 14 Via Cienaga, Santa Marta, Magdalena
The price is NZ$372 per night from 17 May to 18 May
NZ$372
per night
17 May - 18 May
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Santa Marta. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 5 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (600 reviews)
"Didn’t feel the water in the gulf was very clean. The air pollution was bad."

Reviewed on 11 May 2024

Irotama Resort
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Other neighbourhoods around Mamatoco

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Bavaria

When in Bavaria, you can plan a visit to Parque de Los Novios and Santa Marta Cathedral, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Bavaria
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Barrio Alambique

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

Barrio Alambique
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Pueblito

Though Pueblito may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Parque de Los Novios and Santa Marta Beach.

Pueblito
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Barrio Miraflores

While Barrio Miraflores may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Parque de Los Novios and Santa Marta Cathedral.

Barrio Miraflores
Historic Center featuring a city and street scenes

Barrio Centro

If you're spending some time in Barrio Centro, Parque de Los Novios and Santa Marta Cathedral are top sights worth seeing.

Barrio Centro
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Norte

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Norte and surrounding area, you can visit Parque de Los Novios and Santa Marta Beach.

Norte

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