
Beach · Santa Marta
Hotel in El Rodadero for visiting Cabo San Juan
One of the most popular beaches in Tayrona Park, with its lookout on the hill. You reach it by walking through the park.
From $ 150.000 COP / night
Subject to availability · terms and restrictions apply · not valid on Colombian long weekends or high season.
About Cabo San Juan del Guía
What it is and what to do
Cabo San Juan del Guía is one of the most popular beaches in Tayrona Park, according to colombia.travel, with hammocks at a lookout on the hill.
It is part of the ancestral territory of the Kogui, Arhuaco, Wiwa and Kankuamo peoples.
- •Bathing is not allowed at Arrecifes because of the strong waves; it is not permitted on every beach in the park.
- •Colombia.travel recommends the yellow fever vaccine and visiting the park with a guide.
- •The park has periodic closures: confirm before traveling.
Information verified on 2026-11-07. Opening hours, fees and closures can change: confirm with the operator before you go. Official site
Tours with our partner agency
Book the trip the easy way
These tours are run by a local agency that lists Hotel Taybo Kai among its partner hotels. Book with the virtual assistant or message us on WhatsApp with your date and number of people.
Tayrona Park: Cabo San Juan del Guía
Includes
- ✓ Hotel pickup
- ✓ Air-conditioned bus transportation
- ✓ Entrance to Tayrona Park (Colombian-resident rate)
- ✓ Ecological hike (about 3 hours round trip)
- ✓ Professional guide
- ✓ Travel insurance
The tour covers the entrance at the Colombian-resident rate. If you are a foreigner, ask on WhatsApp about the difference.
Tour conditions
- • Tours must be paid in full at least one day in advance.
- • Only board the agency's authorised vehicles: if you take other transport, the service is non-refundable.
- • If weather or force majeure prevents the tour from running, there is no refund: you keep a credit.
- • Last-minute bookings are subject to availability.
- • Tours are paid separately: they are not included in the hotel rate.
Photos of Cabo San Juan del Guía
Getting there
Getting there from Taybo Kai
You get there on foot from Cañaveral, passing through Arrecifes. According to colombia.travel, the Cañaveral–Arrecifes stretch alone takes about an hour on foot.
The partner agency's tour picks you up at the hotel and includes the ecological hike (about 3 hours round trip).
Starting point: Carrera 2 # 5-60, El Rodadero, Santa Marta 470006, Magdalena, Colombia.
Your base in El Rodadero
350 meters from the beach
Hotel Taybo Kai is a 4-star hotel in the heart of El Rodadero, with 26 rooms, 24-hour reception and private parking. 350 meters from Playa El Rodadero and 250 from the boardwalk, with restaurants less than a block away. Every room has air conditioning, a private bathroom, a TV and free WiFi; the family rooms sleep up to 5.
350 m
Playa El Rodadero
4
Stars
In every room
Air conditioning
24/7
Reception
Not included in the rate: breakfast (Buffet or continental, $20.000 COP extra per person) · airport transfer ($35.000 COP per transfer (up to 4 people) to/from Simón Bolívar Airport) · parking (Private, $15.000 COP per day).
Hotel Taybo Kai in pictures
More plans
More things to do in Santa Marta
Nature
Tayrona National Park
Nature
Minca
Adventure
Lost City (Teyuna)
Beach
Taganga
Culture
Historic center and the Tairona Gold Museum
6 km from the hotel
Culture
Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino
8 km from the hotel
Tour
Chiva rumbera party bus
Tour
Panoramic city tour
Tour
Fiesta Blanca catamaran party
Beach
Bahía Concha
Beach
Playa Cristal
Day trip
Palomino
Day trip
Buritaca
Day trip
Cabo de la Vela
Day trip
Barranquilla and Puerto Mocho
Day trip
Cartagena and Barú
Beach
Rodadero Beach
350 m from the hotel
Beach
Playa Salguero
2,2 km from the hotel
Beach
Playa Cabo Tortuga
4,5 km from the hotel
Culture
Santa Marta Cathedral
Beach
Playa Blanca
2,6 km from the hotel
Nature
El Rodadero Aquarium and Sea Museum
2,6 km from the hotel
Beach
Playa Inca Inca
Beach
Playa Grande
FAQ
How do you get to Cabo San Juan?
On foot from Cañaveral, passing through Arrecifes, inside Tayrona Park. The partner agency's tour includes an ecological hike of about 3 hours round trip.
Can I go in the water at every beach along the way?
No. It is not allowed at Arrecifes because of the strong waves. Always follow the instructions of the park and your guide.
Can I book a tour to Cabo San Juan del Guía through the hotel?
Yes. Book with the hotel's virtual assistant or message our tours WhatsApp (+57 314 605 9491): tours are run by the hotel's partner agency. They are paid separately and in full at least one day in advance.
Where is Hotel Taybo Kai?
At Carrera 2 # 5-60, El Rodadero, Santa Marta, 350 m from Playa El Rodadero (about a 4-minute walk).
How much is a night at the hotel?
Rooms start at $150.000 COP per night. Subject to availability · terms and restrictions apply · not valid on Colombian long weekends or high season.
Is breakfast included?
Breakfast (buffet or continental) is available at an extra cost of $20.000 COP per person and is not included in the room rate.
Does the hotel rate include tickets or tours?
No. The hotel rate covers accommodation only; tickets, tours and transport to visit Cabo San Juan del Guía are paid separately. Message us on WhatsApp if you have questions before your trip.
Book your base to visit Cabo San Juan del Guía
From $ 150.000 COP / night
Subject to availability · terms and restrictions apply · not valid on Colombian long weekends or high season.