Best Boutique Hotels in El Zaino
This guide to the best luxury, boutique, and design-forward hotels in El Zaino is manually curated by our editorial team based on first-hand research, verified guest reviews, location analysis, and overall service quality. Each hotel is selected to meet high standards of comfort, authenticity, and guest experience.
Located in El Zaino, 1.6 miles from Castilletes Beach, Senda Watapuy provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. Providing a restaurant, the property also features a bar, as well as an indoor pool. The hotel also has free WiFi as well as a paid airport shuttle service. Complete with a private bathroom equipped with a shower and free toiletries, all guest rooms at the hotel have a flat-screen TV and air conditioning, and selected rooms here will provide you with a balcony. At Senda Watapuy all rooms come with bed linen and towels. An à la carte breakfast is available every morning at the accommodation. Guests at Senda Watapuy will be able to enjoy activities in and around El Zaino, like hiking. Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino is 21 miles from the hotel, while Santa Marta Gold Museum is 23 miles away. The nearest airport is Simón Bolívar International Airport, 29 miles from Senda Watapuy.
Guest Reviews:
- "Reaching Senda Watapuy feels like coming to a small piece of paradise. With the jungle rising behind you, waking up to the sound of howler monkeys and the occasional visit from a family of tamarinds you are in the middle of nature while at the same time enjoying the spacious cabins, great food and excellent service of the staff. There is a river running next to the hotel you can swim in. And the entrance to Tayrona national park is a short walk. We loved everything about our stay here."
Exceptional
1330 reviews
Located in El Zaino, 30 miles from Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino, Villa Yira Eco-hotel provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, private parking, a garden and a terrace. With a restaurant, the property also features a bar. Guests can have a drink at the snack bar. At the hotel, each room comes with a closet, bed linen and a balcony with a garden view. With a private bathroom equipped with a shower and free toiletries, rooms at Villa Yira Eco-hotel also offer free WiFi, while certain rooms include a mountain view. Guest rooms at the accommodation are equipped with a seating area. The nearest airport is Simón Bolívar International, 28 miles from Villa Yira Eco-hotel, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
Guest Reviews:
- "Our family of 4 spent 3 nights here at Villa Yira in the jungle and it was incredible! We loved waking up to a delicious breakfast, watching the hummingbirds, looking for monkeys and swimming in the spectacular pool. The pool is bigger than we thought it would be. Nature sounds and a relaxed vibe, we slept great. We did a chocolate tour and some hikes right by the hotel which were fantastic. The jungle huts are very spaced out for privacy for everyone and gives you a true jungle experience. You may encounter wildlife, it is Tayrona Park, and that's exactly what we came for. It was exactly what we were looking for, a bit secluded, in the jungle, where we could eat great (home-cooked Colombian food was delicious, piña coladas by the pool), swim and relax. Would highly recommend it!"
Fabulous
161 reviews
Located five minutes away from Tayrona Park main entrance. Senda Koguiwa provides accommodations with a restaurant, free private parking and an outdoor swimming pool. Surrounded by nature, guests will be able to enjoy a lake and share their time with the ducks. The property is around 21 mi from Santa Marta Cathedral, 21 mi from Santa Marta Gold Museum and 21 mi from Simon Bolivar Park and one hour drive from the Simon Bolivar Santa Marta Airport. Guests can have a drink at the snack bar. At the hotel, every room is equipped with air conditioning and a private bathroom. A buffet breakfast is available daily at Senda Koguiwa. Santa Marta Marina is 21 mi from the accommodations, while Rodadero Sea Aquarium and Museum is 22 mi away. The nearest airport is Simón Bolívar International, 24 mi from Senda Koguiwa, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
Guest Reviews:
- "Best place to discover tayrona park. The pool area is amazing to relax after a day hike. The river noise is super relaxing and helps you sleep better at night . They offer a great massage service and help you book super good tours in the area." - "The location is perfect if you are planning to go to the Tayrona Park. It is only 10 minutes by foot. The rooms and facilities are beautiful and very comfortable. The room was very clean. It is the perfect place to relax before and after visiting the Tayrona Park. The food was delicious and the included breakfast was amazing!"
Exceptional
2465 reviews
Located in El Zaino, 1.7 miles from Castilletes Beach, Barranquero Hotel provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. Providing a bar, the property is located within 28 miles of Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino. The property has room service, a concierge service and currency exchange for guests. Every room comes with a private bathroom with a shower, while some rooms here will provide you with a balcony and others also provide guests with mountain views. All guest rooms at the hotel include air conditioning and a desk. Santa Marta Gold Museum is 31 miles from Barranquero Hotel, while Santa Marta Cathedral is 31 miles away. The nearest airport is Simón Bolívar International Airport, 29 miles from the accommodation.
Guest Reviews:
- "Very friendly and helpful staff. After our stay they offered us free ride thru the river. The room was spacious and comfortable. Surroundings were fabulous. Breathtaking views on the river :)" - "I stayed here for 3 nights with my sister and its an incredible place. You really do feel properly immersed in nature and the rooms are comfy, food is yum and theres a nice chill out area. However, Be warned the river is not small ! But it kindof added to the sense of adventure and if you walk further up there is a bridge but it does take longer"
Superb
235 reviews
Located in El Zaino, a few steps from Canaveral Beach, Ecohabs Tequendama Playa Cañaveral Parque Tayrona provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. 24 miles from Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino and 26 miles from Santa Marta Gold Museum, the property has a private beach area, as well as a bar. Guests can have a drink at the snack bar. All guest rooms in the hotel are equipped with a coffee machine. Featuring a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries, rooms at Ecohabs Tequendama Playa Cañaveral Parque Tayrona also provide guests with free WiFi, while some have a sea view. At the accommodation every room includes bed linen and towels. Guests at Ecohabs Tequendama Playa Cañaveral Parque Tayrona can enjoy an American breakfast. Guests at the hotel will be able to enjoy activities in and around El Zaino, like hiking. Speaking English and Spanish at the reception, staff will be happy to provide guests with practical information on the area. Santa Marta Cathedral is 26 miles from Ecohabs Tequendama Playa Cañaveral Parque Tayrona, while Simon Bolivar Park is 26 miles away. The nearest airport is Simón Bolívar International Airport, 32 miles from the accommodation.
Guest Reviews:
- "The bungalows were amazing! Beautiful view and very confortable, we were very sad to leave! We liked the easy access to the beach and confortable sun loungers." - "We stayed in Ecohabs Tequendama for 3 nights, in a beach hut (on stills) right overlooking the sea. We slept with all the windows open to the sounds of the sea, watched sun sets & sun rises, sea mist covering hills, and clearing; day warm and night cool. Did great hikes and spend loads of time swimming in the sea. Just thinking about that location makes me happy!"
Very Good
929 reviews
