Photo of Playa Blanca, Santa Marta

Beach · Santa Marta

Hotel in El Rodadero for visiting Playa Blanca

El Rodadero's neighboring beach, about 10 minutes by boat from the bay. 2.6 km from Hotel Taybo Kai.

2,6 km from Hotel Taybo Kai

From $ 150.000 COP / night

Subject to availability · terms and restrictions apply · not valid on Colombian long weekends or high season.

About Playa Blanca

What it is and what to do

Playa Blanca is El Rodadero's neighboring beach. You get there by boat from the bay, and it is one of the easiest day trips from the hotel.

  • •The boat ride from El Rodadero bay takes about 10 minutes, according to the partner agency.

Information verified on 2026-11-07. Opening hours, fees and closures can change: confirm with the operator before you go.

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.

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 Playa Blanca

Getting there

Getting there from Taybo Kai

By boat from El Rodadero bay: according to the partner agency's portfolio, the ride takes about 10 minutes. The transfer from the hotel to the dock and the dock tax are paid separately.

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

FAQ

  • How do I get to Playa Blanca from El Rodadero?

    By boat from El Rodadero bay, about 10 minutes according to the partner agency. The dock tax is paid separately.

  • What should I bring to Playa Blanca?

    Swimwear, sunscreen and water. The tour with lunch includes a typical meal; the dock tax is paid separately.

  • Can I book a tour to Playa Blanca 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 Playa Blanca are paid separately. Message us on WhatsApp if you have questions before your trip.

Book your base to visit Playa Blanca

From $ 150.000 COP / night

Subject to availability · terms and restrictions apply · not valid on Colombian long weekends or high season.

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