Arca Tayrona Hotel & Restaurant

Hotels
9 (242 reviews)
Km 31 Sector Zaino, via Riohacha , Santa Marta , co

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Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Exceptional food quality
Warm and attentive service
Beautiful location
Cons:
Lack of ambiance in room lighting
Some minor cleanliness aspects noted

Categories

Cleanliness
8.25
Overall cleanliness is good, though there are mentions of a need for more ambiance in rooms.
Service
9.75
Guests highlight the warm and attentive service from the staff throughout.
Location
9.25
The hotel's location is praised for being conveniently close to the park entrance and other attractions.
Room Quality
8.25
Rooms are practical but could use some improvements in lighting and decoration.
Amenities
8.75
Amenities like the pool and facilities are well received, though some aesthetic improvements are suggested.
Value for Money
9.25
The quality of service and food provided justifies the cost, making it a great value.
Food and Beverage
9.25
The food quality is highlighted as spectacular with fresh, local ingredients and generous portions.
Overall Experience
9.25
Guests' experiences are overwhelmingly positive, making Arca Tayrona a recommended destination.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-12 09:28

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation with Spectacular Views
Arca Tayrona Restaurant & Hostal in Santa Marta offers a serene escape with an outdoor pool, garden, and terrace. Guests enjoy the convenience of free private parking and a Caribbean restaurant on-site. Each room features a balcony with garden and river views, ensuring a peaceful stay. The hotel's proximity to Castilletes Beach and top attractions like Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino makes it an ideal choice for travelers seeking relaxation and exploration. Plus, with free WiFi and a paid airport shuttle service, your stay is bound to be seamless. Book now for an unforgettable experience at Arca Tayrona Restaurant & Hostal.

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 01:00 PM

Location

Guest Reviews

9
Based on 242 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.25
Service: 9.75
Location: 9.25
Room Quality: 8.25
Amenities: 8.75
Value for Money: 9.25
Food and Beverage: 9.25
Overall Experience: 9.25
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Andres • couple • co
10
2026-06-24 • via Nuitee
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Katherin ross • extended_group • co
8
Pros:

Tranquilidad y comodidad

Cons:

No muy bueno el río

2026-06-09 • via Nuitee
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Pierrat • solo_traveller • fr
8
Very convenient place as a gateaway to the TNP, very pleasant staff
Pros:

Very close to the main entrance of the TNP, very friendly staff (Julia was of great help and very friendly…-:)
Refreshing welcome drinks and opportunity to store the luggages during the time in the park.

Cons:

Close to the main road with some noisy traffic. Facilities at the pool under construction

2026-05-28 • via Nuitee
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Sachot • couple • fr
10
C’était parfait !
Pros:

Le personnel est extrêmement gentil, arrangeant, aidant et très accueillant ! L’hôtel est super bien placé (à deux minutes à pied du parc national). Le restaurant est super bon, l’hôtel est propre, la piscine est très appréciable !

2026-05-02 • via Nuitee
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John • couple • gb
9
Nice
Pros:

Excellent hotel close to the park entrance. Lovely staff. Nice balcony from which to watch birdlife

2026-05-02 • via Nuitee
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Damian • solo_traveller • pl
8
Tayrona Gate
Pros:

Chyba najlepsza lokalizacja z możliwych w okolicy, w bardzo urokliwym miejscu, gdzie egzotyczne zwierzety były na wyciągniecie ręki.

Cons:

Jedynie chyba problemy z dostawą energi ale to juz nie ich wina. Robili co tylko mogli. Wówczas światło i wiatrak zasilane było z agregatu, niestety klima nie, ale do przeżycia.

2026-05-01 • via Nuitee
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Joshua • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

The back drop from my room into the jungle was amazing. It was great to watch and listen to all the wildlife and the river running right by the hotel. Also right next to the entrance to the national park (which unfortunately I wasn’t an able to do) but it’s a perfect location.

Staff here were super good. I was extremely ill and they were very accommodating. Helping anyway they could.

Cons:

Nothing, it’s a great spot

2026-05-01 • via Nuitee
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Samuel • couple • es
10
Muy buen lugar, excelente
Pros:

Todo

Cons:

Nada, quizás la cena

2026-04-20 • via Nuitee
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Veronika • extended_group • sk
10
Pros:

Arca Tayrona was the best place during our journey in Colombia. Great location, very clean rooms, beautiful views on the river and great attention of the owner and staff. They made our stay very special! Thank you! We were very satisfied.

2026-04-19 • via Nuitee
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Maria • solo_traveller • gr
10
2026-04-18 • via Nuitee
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SILVIA • family_with_children • es
8
Como en casa
Pros:

Cercanía al parque y la gentileza de la dueña, colaboradora y pendiente en todo momento. Muy amable

2026-04-09 • via Nuitee
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Ian • family_with_children • gb
9
Perfect stop before or after Tayrona NP
Pros:

Location just a couple of minutes walk to main Tayrona NP entrance so very convenient. Room was comfortable and clean with balcony overlooking a river running just behind. Lots of wildlife close by with aracaris and parrots seen when by the pool. Restaurant served decent food.

Cons:

No negative comments

2026-04-09 • via Nuitee
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Ramiro • couple • ar
10
Pros:

La atención del personal , nos ayudaron con traslados a otra localidad. Nos guardaron las valijas durante 3 días mientras visitábamos el parque Tayrona sin costo adicional. Comida muy rica y a precio razonable. Desayuno a elección. Lugar limpio y ordenado. Una hermosa piscina.

2026-04-07 • via Nuitee
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ROJAS • family_with_children • co
10
Excelente servicio al cliente
Pros:

Aunque mi familia llego en horas de la mañana y hubo disponibilidad, nos entregaro nla habitación sin problema.. Desayuno buenos y estan dentro de la reserva en esta ocasion. La atencion inmejorable y la sra dueña o administradora atentos a nuestra llegada (en la mañana y en la noche, ya que eramos dos grupos). Ademas nos indicaba que playas estaban disponibles...El hostal es sobre la carretera, pero no incide en la tranquilidad del hospedaje. Aunque todas las playas estan un poco lejanas (2 km-5Km) es facil tomar transporte que pasa al frente del hostal

Cons:

Solo cambiar alhohadas. Del resto fue la pasamos muy bien

2026-04-06 • via Nuitee
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Natasha • couple • gt
10
Comfortable and super convenient location
Pros:

Coming here after a day in Parque Tayrona was such a relief.  The room smells amazing and has AC and a fan so you can achieve exactly the temperature you're looking for. The staff are friendly and there are multiple tienditas and a pharmacy right next door so you can buy whatever you need.  The restaurant has great food.  The pool area is clean and welcoming.  It's location is super convenient to both the Zaino entrance of the park and the bus. They even gave us welcome drinks when we arrived. You can pay for your stay with a credit card with no surcharge.

Cons:

Although my credit card has worked every other place on this trip, for some reason, they were unable to process it. Luckily I was traveling with someone else who had a card and theirs went through without a problem. Could just be a one off thing but maybe a good idea to have a backup card or cash.

2026-04-05 • via Nuitee
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Cecilia • couple • ar
10
ESPECTACULAR
Pros:

Todo!
Ubicación privilegiada
Limpieza 1000 puntos
Paisaje desde habitaciones
Pileta hermosa
Amabilidad del personal

2026-03-31 • via Nuitee
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ROBERTO • extended_group • es
9
Pros:

Ubicación

2026-03-31 • via Nuitee
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Jasper • solo_traveller • nl
9
2026-03-28 • via Nuitee
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Lucie • couple • de
8
Pros:

Super Lage zum Tayrona Park, toller Pool, große, helle Zimmer mit Balkon / Terrasse, freundliches Personal, Frühstück inbegriffen - sogar ab 7:30 vor Öffnung des Parks

Cons:

Zimmer sehr hellhörig, man kann von den anderen Balkonen reinschauen, wenig Liegestühle und somit nicht wirklich gemütlich am Pool aufzuhalten

2026-03-28 • via Nuitee
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Irati • extended_group • es
9
Pros:

La tranquilidad. Y la disponibilidad del restaurante.
Muy bien ubicado para visitar el Tayrona.

2026-03-28 • via Nuitee