La Ballena Azul Hotel

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Independent
8.8 (4 reviews)
18-02 Cra. 1, Santa Marta, Magdalena, 470001 , Santa Marta , CO
57-321-717 7639

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Facilities

Free WiFi
Wheelchair accessible
Snorkeling nearby
Front desk (limited hours)
Smoke-free property
Free self parking

Review Highlights

Categories

Cleanliness
8.8
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Service
8.8
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Location
8.8
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Room Quality
8.8
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Amenities
8.8
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Value for Money
8.8
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Food and Beverage
8.8
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Overall Experience
8.8
Overall sentiment is positive with everything being described as perfect for the needs.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-03-03 07:15

Property Description

Discover the perfect coastal getaway at La Ballena Azul Hotel, where comfort meets convenience in beautiful Santa Marta.

Modern Amenities
Stay connected with complimentary wireless internet access throughout the property, and unwind in our communal living room designed for relaxation and socializing.

Comfortable Rooms
With only 12 thoughtfully designed guestrooms, each comes equipped with cable television, ceiling fans, and daily housekeeping to ensure a restful stay.

Prime Location
Located just a stone's throw from Taganga Beach and only a 14-minute walk to Grande Beach, enjoy easy access to the sun and surf, plus vibrant local attractions including Tayrona National Natural Park.

Escape to La Ballena Azul Hotel to experience the perfect combination of beach fun and local culture – book your stay today!

Important information:

  • If you are traveling with a child your property may require you to present the following documents: Parents traveling into Colombia with a child under 18 may be required to present the child's birth certificate and photo ID (passport for non-Columbian visitors) upon check-in. If a relative or legal guardian is traveling into Colombia with the child, that relative or legal guardian may be required to present a notarized consent of travel signed by both parents and 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 who plan to travel with children should consult with a Colombian consulate office prior to travel for further guidance.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • Accessibility

    No elevators

  • General

    Professional property host/manager

Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 4 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.8
Service: 8.8
Location: 8.8
Room Quality: 8.8
Amenities: 8.8
Value for Money: 8.8
Food and Beverage: 8.8
Overall Experience: 8.8
M
Maira Alejandra • extended_group • co
10
2026-04-04 • via Nuitee
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Loris Toccaceli • solo_traveller • cr
5
Pros:

La vista

Cons:

No es limpio

2026-03-29 • via Nuitee
D
Dayana • family_with_children • co
8
Volvería … deberían incluir desayuno
Pros:

La ubicación

Cons:

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2026-03-27 • via Nuitee
A
Ana • extended_group • de
10
Pros:

Everything perfect, i even forgot my headphones and they helped me to get them back, thanks!

2026-03-26 • via Nuitee
A
Andrea • extended_group • co
10
2026-03-26 • via Nuitee
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Joachim • extended_group • de
6
Ganz ok für 1-2 Nächte
Pros:

Lage direkt am Meer, schöne Zimmer, schöner Innenhof, Parkplatz.

Cons:

zu teuer da nicht einmal Frühstück enthalten. Etwas laut.

2026-03-02 • via Nuitee
N
Neilyson • extended_group • fr
10
2026-03-02 • via Nuitee
G
Gustavo • extended_group • co
9
Pros:

Location, staff friendliness

2026-02-25 • via Nuitee
J
Josée • couple • ca
3
Pros:

L'emplacement près de la plage.

Cons:

Dans la première chambre, une suite présidentielle vue sur mer, tout est à l'abandon. Les robinets, les armoires, et lenplancher sales. Il y avait trois coquerelles adultes mortes et un lézard .
J'ai demandé à être remboursée pour partir et impossible. On a changé pour une petite chambre correct .
Et après on a réussi à être déménagé dans la chambre avec un lit double et un lit simple qui avait été rénovée et qui était correcte.
Mais jamais je n'ai pu être remboursée ou avoir la différence de prix .
Mais on a tout de même essayé de nous accommoder.

2026-01-31 • via Nuitee
T
TERRY • couple • us
8
2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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Estefanía • extended_group • co
10
Volveré
Pros:

El personal es increíble 10/10, hacen la experiencia otro nivel. La instalación están súper bonitas

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Flavia • couple • de
1
Nos robaron
Pros:

La atención fue buena

Cons:

Tenían fotos antiguas de lo que fue , nos robaron de la caja fuerte nos sacaron dinero es mejor no usar la caja fuerte porque ellos tienen llave de todo

2026-01-18 • via Nuitee
C
Carlos • family_with_children • cl
6
Bien…
Pros:

Personal amable y atento

Cons:

Las instalaciones , baja calidad para la categoría .

2026-01-14 • via Nuitee
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Eduardo • extended_group • br
6
É perto de tudo, mas sacrifica o conforto.
Pros:

O hotel é extremamente bem localizado. No meio de tudo que é importante na região e com fácil acesso aos passeios e restaurantes.

Cons:

A parte do barulho nem é um problema tão grande por que é o preço que se paga por ficar bem no meio de tudo. Mas o que incomodou foi a cama velha, não ter frigobar no quarto e principalmente não ter água quente. Ao questionar na recepção fomos informados que era assim mesmo e não teriam instação de água quente. Pediram pagamento antecipado pelo whatsapp mesmo não sendo informado isso no booking.

2026-01-12 • via Nuitee
V
Vargas • couple • co
8
2026-01-09 • via Nuitee
R
Roberto • extended_group • es
8
Pros:

El personal. Muy amables todos el mundo e intentando ayudar en todo

2025-12-28 • via Nuitee
S
Sergio • couple • pe
9
Pros:

La vista y ubicación. También la atención del personal.

2025-12-19 • via Nuitee
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Zulima • family_with_children • co
10
2025-12-08 • via Nuitee
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Andreas • family_with_children • de
9
Pros:

Super Lage am Strand von Taganga.
Netter Innenhof zum Verweilen mit Pflanzen und Bananenbäumen.
Nettes Personal.

Cons:

Die Betten haben so ein wasserhemmendes Laken.
Das behindert dann aber auch die Luftzirkulation.
Fühlt sich an, als schläft man auf einer Kunststofffolie. Habe ich aber hier schon öfter auch in anderen Unterkünften festgestellt.

2025-12-05 • via Nuitee
M
Muñoz • extended_group • co
10
Pros:

La atención siempre presta , la habitación con baños amplios y limpios con un lindo espejo , siempre volvemos aquí !!

2025-11-20 • via Nuitee