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Hotel Casa Los Cerros Taganga - Santa Marta (Magdalena)
A calm, low-key base in a residential part of Santa Marta, with an outdoor pool, a garden, and a breakfast worth waking up for.
- Delicious breakfast
- Free parking and valet
- Outdoor pool and garden
About
Hotel Casa Los Cerros Taganga - Santa Marta (Magdalena)
Hotel Casa Los Cerros Taganga sits in the Dumaruka neighborhood, a residential pocket of Santa Marta (Magdalena) in Colombia. It's a deliberately simple 3-star property with a small-scale feel: no big resort pretensions, just the essentials done well. The hotel is about 3.2 km from Plaza Parque Simon Bolivar, a central landmark worth knowing for orientation.
The property stacks up a generous list of extras for its class — an outdoor swimming pool, a garden with picnic tables, a terrace, and a library. There's also a restaurant, a poolside snack bar, and barbeque grills for casual meals. Free Wi-Fi, parking (including valet), and a city shuttle are included, which is unusual at this level. The hotel also has a health club, fitness centre, and billiard tables, so there's more to do than just sunbathe.
- Non-smoking property
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- Express check-in/ -out
- Front desk
In brief
What works, what to weigh
Strengths
4 reasons to book- Breakfast is a genuine highlight — Guests call it delicious, and it's a simple, satisfying way to start the day before heading out.
- Lovely, residential neighborhood — The hotel is set in a pleasant area, away from the tourist bustle, offering a more local feel.
- Extensive facilities for a 3-star — Outdoor pool, garden, terrace, library, fitness centre, billiards, and a health club are all on-site, covering leisure and relaxation.
- Parking included, with a free shuttle — Free parking and valet, plus a paid airport shuttle and a free city shuttle, making it easy to get around without a car.
Worth weighing
4 to weigh- Limited guest feedback — With only one review so far, there's little to go on for service consistency or noise levels — a bit of a leap of faith.
- Breakfast costs extra — Breakfast is paid, not included in the room rate, so factor that into your budget.
- No air conditioning mentioned — Given Santa Marta's tropical climate, the lack of air conditioning in the amenities list could be a comfort issue for some.
- No on-site pets allowed — If you're traveling with a pet, this isn't the place — the policy doesn't mention pets.
01 — Rooms
Rooms & rates
High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.
02 — Amenities
Services & amenities
Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.
Dining
- Restaurant
- Poolside snack bar
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Barbeque grills
- Paid breakfast
Pool & Beach
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Beach umbrellas
- Beach towels
- Sun loungers
- Free cabanas
Services
- Front desk
- Express check-in/ -out
- Luggage storage
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Safe deposit box
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Multilingual staff
Transport
- Parking
- Free valet parking
- Free city shuttle
- Paid airport shuttle
Recreation
- Health club
- Fitness centre
- Billiard tables
- Library
- Garden area
- Terrace
Business & Other
- Free Wi-Fi
- Non-smoking property
- Lift
- Beauty salon
Photos
Gallery
04 — Location
Getting around Santa Marta
The property sits in Santa Marta.
Dumaruka neighborhood: A residential area that gives you a local feel, away from the main tourist strips. It's a short ride from central Santa Marta, and the hotel's free city shuttle helps bridge the gap.
Plaza Parque Simon Bolivar: About 3.2 km away, this central plaza is a useful reference point for exploring the city's colonial core and main sights.
Getting around: The hotel offers a free city shuttle and a paid airport shuttle, so you can skip the taxi haggling. Parking is free if you rent a car.
Carrera 2 N 1 35. Barrio Dumaruka, Santa Marta, Magdalena, Colombia
05 — Good to know
Policies & conditions
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- Check-in
- From NULL
- Check-out
- By NULL
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
- Payment
- Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
- Pets
- Not allowed
06 — Questions
Frequently asked
Is breakfast included in the room rate?
No, breakfast is paid separately. It's described as delicious, but it's not part of the base price.
Is there free parking at the hotel?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity, and there's also free valet parking.
Does the hotel offer airport transfers?
Yes, there's a paid airport shuttle available.
Are pets allowed at Hotel Casa Los Cerros Taganga?
The hotel's policies do not mention pets, so it's best to contact them directly if you're traveling with one.
What leisure facilities are available?
There's an outdoor swimming pool, a garden with picnic tables, a terrace, a library, billiard tables, and a fitness center.
Is there Wi-Fi in the hotel?
Yes, free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property.
The bottom line
A straightforward, well-equipped 3-star in a quiet Santa Marta neighborhood. The breakfast earns praise and the facilities punch above their weight, but the thin review record and paid breakfast give pause. Best for independent travelers who value a pool and easy parking over nightlife.
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