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Blu Hotel by Tamacá

3.5 star property
3.5-star resort near Rodadero Beach

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Pool
Terrace/patio
Lobby
Bar (on property)
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Gym
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

Map
Carrera 2 #11-65, El Rodadero, Santa Marta, Magdalena, 470006
  • Mundo Marino Aquarium
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Arrecife Shopping Center
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Rodadero Beach
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Santa Marta (SMR-Simon Bolivar)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

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Double Room, 1 Double Bed | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Double Room, 1 Double Bed

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Double or 2 Twin Beds (2 adultos 1 niño) | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Standard Room, 1 Double or 2 Twin Beds (2 adultos 1 niño)

  • 248 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds

  • 248 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Room Standard

  • Sleeps 4

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Room Standard

  • Sleeps 3

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About the neighborhood

Santa Marta

El Rodadero stay.A stay at this El Rodadero resort places you steps from Mundo Marino Aquarium and within a 5-minute walk of Arrecife Shopping Center. Also, Rodadero Beach is within half a mile (1 km) and Nabusimake is within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Rodadero Beach - 9 min walk
  • Rodadero Sea Aquarium and Museum - 5 min drive
  • Parque de los Novios - 6 min drive
  • Blanca Beach - 11 min drive
  • Santa Marta Beach - 16 min drive

Getting around

  • Santa Marta (SMR-Simon Bolivar) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪El Punto Múltiple del Sabor - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Juan Valdez Café - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Karey - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Salvator's Pizza & Pasta Rodadero - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪La Pizzetta - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Blu Hotel by Tamacá

3.5-star resort near Rodadero Beach
Blu Hotel by Tamacá offers its guests a fitness center and a children's pool. There's a restaurant on site. A business center and 3 meeting rooms are available.

A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services are also featured at the business-friendly Blu Hotel by Tamacá. You'll have access to the outdoor pool at a partner property. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee.

This 3.5-star Santa Marta resort is smoke free.

  • 61 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Built in 1978
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Beauty salon
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
Blu Hotel by Tamacá offers 61 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Satellite television is provided. Bathrooms include showers.

This Santa Marta resort provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby outdoor pool
  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: COP 24,000 for adults and COP 24,000 for children
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Fitness classes
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
Guests providing vaccine records must have received complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 1 days prior to check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Blu Hotel by Tamacá

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 4 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • You may be required to pay VAT (19%) at the property. Nonresident travelers who pay using a foreign card or bank transfer and present a valid passport and tourist visa may be exempt from value-added tax (19%) on tourist package bookings (accommodation plus other travel service).

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately COP 24000 for adults and COP 24000 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: COP 35000 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: COP 35000 (one-way), (from 5 to 12 years old)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. No onsite parking is available. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation. At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination. Guests providing vaccine records must have received complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 1 days prior to check-in.

We should mention

  • Visitors traveling with a child may be required by the property to present the following documents: At check-in, parents traveling into Colombia with a child under 18 may be obligated to present the child's birth certificate and photo ID (passport for non-Columbian citizens). If a relative or legal guardian is traveling into Colombia with the child, that relative or legal guardian may be obligated to present a notarized consent of travel signed by both parents, along with a copy of both parents' ID. If only one parent is traveling into Colombia with the child, that parent may be required to present a notarized consent of travel signed by the other parent. Visitors planning to travel with children should consult a Colombian consulate office in advance of travel for additional guidance.
  • One child 4 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Hotel Tamacá Torre Norte
Hotel Tamacá Torre Norte Santa Marta
Tamacá Torre Norte
Tamacá Torre Norte Santa Marta
Hotel Tamacá Torre Norte Sercotel Santa Marta
Hotel Tamacá Torre Norte Sercotel
Tamacá Torre Norte Sercotel Santa Marta
Tamacá Torre Norte Sercotel
Hotel Tamacá Torre Norte by Sercotel
Blu Hotel by Tamacá Resort
Blu Hotel by Tamacá Santa Marta
Blu Hotel by Tamacá Resort Santa Marta

Frequently asked questions

How close is Blu Hotel by Tamacá to the airport?

Blu Hotel by Tamacá is 6.7 mi (17-min drive) away from the Santa Marta (SMR-Simon Bolivar) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Blu Hotel by Tamacá have an airport shuttle?

Blu Hotel by Tamacá offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of COP 35000 per person, one-way.

How close is Blu Hotel by Tamacá to the beach?

This resort is a short 9-minute walk from Rodadero Beach and 1.8 mi (11-min drive) from Blanca Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Blu Hotel by Tamacá offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Blu Hotel by Tamacá, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of COP 24000 for adults and COP 24000 for children. It's available every day from 6:30 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Blu Hotel by Tamacá?

No, there is no casino at this resort.

What time is check-in at Blu Hotel by Tamacá?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Blu Hotel by Tamacá?

Free parking is not available at this resort.

Does Blu Hotel by Tamacá have a pool?

Blu Hotel by Tamacá features a children's pool and outdoor pool access.

Does Blu Hotel by Tamacá have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Blu Hotel by Tamacá have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this resort.

How close is Blu Hotel by Tamacá to downtown Santa Marta?

Blu Hotel by Tamacá is 0.2 mi away from Puerto de Gaira.

Blu Hotel by Tamacá Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 98 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 37 out of 98 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 98 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 98 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 98 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I stayed at this hotel for 4 days. Before booking a 2 day birdwatching tour to Minca, I asked the front desk if it was ok to leave my luggage in their storage room overnight and pick up the next day. They said yes no problem. Then when I checked out and wanted to leave it there, they said their manager said no unless I was staying there. That put me in a annoying situation...but luckily the tour company was able to keep it at their office in Minca. So, I am not happy with service because of this episode. Other than customer service, the hotel is ok.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Consuelo

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I really like Blu Hotel, but when I booked the room, it said that it has a pool. There’s no pool in the premises. I had to go across the street to the partner hotel, which I thought it was false advertising… the service & staff were great.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Glenda, Miami

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

ilva

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
No able to sleep
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Natalia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Raul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to everything
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Pierina

Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gordon

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

6/10 Okay

Leandro

Liked: Cleanliness
correcto ... pero reserva engañosa
Hotel en condiciones correctas pero con falencias básicas para un alojamiento costero. El desayuno es definitivamente malo y no cuenta con restaurante ni room service de ningún tipo. La pileta y servicios de bar están en el hotel hermano, a unos 30 metros. Muy poco amigable.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

2/10 Terrible

Carla

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Chad

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good value
Comfortable hotel located near the beach and near shops and restaurants. The service was good and you have access to the Pool at the (more luxurious) sister hotel across the street.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good stay
There was a bit of confusion in the checkin, but the front desk and managers were very helpful and were able to address the issues promptly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great place most of the service is excellent specially the room cleaner and the restaurant, pool and beach 😂
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff at the actual hotel were amazing. But the photos are all of the other hotel. Please change them. Very misleading. Please add chairs to the beautiful balconies. Typically no hot water. The service at the restaurant in the other hotel was really terrible. They need to retrain the servers. Average wait time for coffee was over 30 minutes and dirty tables took over an hour to. Hence the bird were pooping everywhere because they wanted to eat off the dirty dishes that stayed there for an hour or two. The food for a Canadian and Mexican was terrible. Maybe fine for locals. Food served raw or completely not edible. But the actual hotel we stayed, staff were awesome!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2020

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Joa, Bogota

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Es un buen sitio para estar. No hay diferencia del uso de las piscina y las instalaciones del resort cuando te quedas en el tamaca norte, lo cual es una ventaja. Lo recomiendo.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2020

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent position nice Staff good size Bedrooms and close to the Beach
Stayed 17 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice. It is great to use the facilities at the sister Hotel
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2019

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Traveled with family and small children, Business traveler
Disliked: Staff & service
Exemption for foreigners was not granted bc we did not have the physical passport (and entry stamp). however we offer to present our 1. Digital copy of the passport and 2. Itinerary. FRONT DESK CLERK and manager in charge "MARTA DIAZGRANADOS" were hesitant about concession/ waiver of fees, lack of knowledge and resources for customers
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
There is not air extractor in the bathrooms and when you open the door to yoyr room you have to wait quite a while
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful Hotel Tamaca
Great stay very comfortable hotel right across the street from the sister hotel and from the beach. Best hotels to stay at in Rodadero
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

6/10 Okay

MARIA L PLAZA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good hotel but too much noise coming from outside
There was too much noise coming from the street, very hard to rest with the clubs next door.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018