Hostal Principio Tayrona

3.0 star property
Waterfront hotel with free breakfast and free valet parking

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Restaurant
Front of property
Restaurant
Living area
Basic Room

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
The current price is NZ$106
7 Feb - 8 Feb

Explore the area

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Carrera 6 #3-194 Vereda Calabazo, km20 via Rioacha, Santa Marta, Magdalena
  • Place, Tayrona National Natural Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Enchanted Pools
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Parque Isla Salamanca
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Santa Marta (SMR-Simon Bolivar)
    ‪37 min drive‬

Room options

Basic Room

Highlights

Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Basic Room

Highlights

Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Large Single Bed

Basic Room

Highlights

Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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About the area

Santa Marta

At Hostal Principio Tayrona, you'll be 10.3 km (6.4 mi) from Tayrona National Natural Park. Highlights at this hotel include free daily breakfast, a restaurant and free valet parking. .A pampering day can include deep-tissue massages and hot stone massages along with body wraps, body scrubs and aromatherapy. At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Enjoy the Turkish bath/hammam and Hot tub. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a free manager's reception and a coffee shop/cafe. Each morning free English breakfast is offered between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM. .In proximity to this 3-property class Santa Marta hotel you'll find Rodadero Beach.

What's nearby

  • Tayrona National Natural Park - 6 min drive - 11.3 km
  • Macondo Labyrinth - 11 min drive - 18.1 km
  • Enchanted Pools - 12 min drive - 21.2 km
  • Parque Isla Salamanca - 13 min drive - 21.8 km
  • Guachaca River - 15 min drive - 24.9 km

Getting around

  • Santa Marta (SMR-Simon Bolivar) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • El Caribeño
  • ‪Restaurante Las Acacias - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Vicky's - ‬8 min drive
  • Restaurante Tayrona
  • ‪Tranquilandia - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Hostal Principio Tayrona

Waterfront hotel with free breakfast and free valet parking
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free nightly manager's reception. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A hot tub, spa services, and a terrace are also featured at Hostal Principio Tayrona. Valet parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Santa Marta hotel.

  • 7 guestrooms or units
  • English breakfast (free)
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Hostal Principio Tayrona offers 7 accommodations with free toiletries. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. There are massage/treatment rooms, couples treatment room(s), and outdoor treatment areas. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages and Swedish massages. The spa is equipped with Turkish bath/hammam. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and hydrotherapy.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free valet parking on site
  • Limited on-site valet parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Hosted evening meal available daily for a fee of COP 50,000; reservation required

Things to do

  • Designer stores
  • Hot tub

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the waterfront
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Outdoor treatment areas
  • Prenatal massages
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages
  • Thai massages
  • Treatment room
  • Turkish bath

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 6:00 AM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 15

Check-out

Check-out before 12:30 PM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:30 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Hostal Principio Tayrona

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • You may be required to pay the following charge at the property: Colombia value-added tax (VAT) at 19%. A VAT exemption is available to travellers who present a valid passport and tourist visa showing that they are not a resident of Colombia and who pay using a foreign card or via a bank transfer from outside Colombia. This exemption only applies to tourist package bookings (accommodation plus other travel services).

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: COP 150000.00 per room (one-way)
  • Hot tub fee: COP 30000 per stay
  • Hosted evening meal: COP 50000

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, Carte Blanche, debit cards and cash.

We should mention

  • Visitors travelling with a child may be required by the property to present the following documents: at check-in, parents travelling into Colombia with a child under 18 may be obligated to present the child's birth certificate and photo ID (passport for non-Colombian citizens). If a relative or legal guardian is travelling into Colombia with the child, that relative or legal guardian may be obligated to present a notarised consent of travel signed by both parents, along with a copy of both parents' ID. If only one parent is travelling into Colombia with the child, that parent may be required to present a notarised consent of travel signed by the other parent. Visitors planning to travel with children should consult a Colombian consulate office in advance of travel for additional guidance.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Hostal Principio Tayrona?

Hostal Principio Tayrona offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Hostal Principio Tayrona?

As of 12 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hostal Principio Tayrona on 7 Feb 2026 start from NZ$105.53, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Hostal Principio Tayrona?

Yep, Hostal Principio Tayrona has free valet parking.

Are there any beaches close to Hostal Principio Tayrona?

The closest beach to Hostal Principio Tayrona is Rodadero Beach (26.5 km).

Is there a spa on site at Hostal Principio Tayrona?

There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer services like body wraps, body scrubs and facials, as well as sports massages.

Does Hostal Principio Tayrona serve breakfast?

You bet, complimentary English brekkie is served daily between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hostal Principio Tayrona?

No, Hostal Principio Tayrona does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Hostal Principio Tayrona?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Hostal Principio Tayrona?

Check-in begins at 6:00 AM. Check-out time is 12:30 PM.

Are pets allowed at Hostal Principio Tayrona?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

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