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Hotel in El Rodadero for visiting Playa Grande, Taganga
Taganga's neighbouring beach, about 5 minutes by boat or along a path over the hills, with seafood kiosks.
From $ 150.000 COP / night
Subject to availability · terms and restrictions apply · not valid on Colombian long weekends or high season.
About Playa Grande
What it is and what to do
Playa Grande is the beach next to Taganga, Santa Marta's fishing village.
According to the Santa Marta mayor's office, it has seafood kiosks.
- •If you walk over the hills, bring water, sunscreen and comfortable shoes.
Information verified on 2026-11-07. Opening hours, fees and closures can change: confirm with the operator before you go. Official site
Photos of Playa Grande
Getting there
Getting there from Taybo Kai
First you need to get to Taganga, about 10 minutes from downtown Santa Marta according to the mayor's office. From there, Playa Grande is about 5 minutes by boat or a 30 to 45-minute walk over the hills.
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
Cabo San Juan del Guía
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
FAQ
How do I get to Playa Grande?
From Taganga, by boat (about 5 minutes) or on foot over the hills (30 to 45 minutes), according to the Santa Marta mayor's office.
Is there anywhere to eat at Playa Grande?
Yes, the Santa Marta mayor's office says there are seafood kiosks.
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 Grande are paid separately. Message us on WhatsApp if you have questions before your trip.
Book your base to visit Playa Grande
From $ 150.000 COP / night
Subject to availability · terms and restrictions apply · not valid on Colombian long weekends or high season.