Best Hotels near Playa la Bahia, Santa Marta

Let me start of by saying that the staff at GHL Hotel were VERY helpful. The minute we walked through the door we were treated like family. The check in process was very easy and quick. We didn't have to worry about our luggage the hotel handled all of that. The room were very clean. The rooms had a small sink near the entry door which I'm not sure why, a small closet, small refrigerator which included snacks and drinks (at a cost of course). I did notice that the hotel did not furnish face towels. Only had 2 towels and a hand towel. I did ask the front desk if any face towels were available and the response was we don't supply those. We were able to pickup a few face towels at the dollar store. The pool was amazing (kiddy pool and adult pool). The loved the location of the hotel. Was not far from the airport about 10 to 15 mins. The hotel is not that close to a grocery store but its a 10min cab drive. There is a small convince store on the property but will be limited on some things. The hotel sits on the beach shore which I took a beach walk every morning. The hotel restaurant was EXCELLENT!!!. The food was outstanding and very cheap. Although we did not know that much Spanish the staff was very helpful to cater to us and using our phone translator came in handy. I would have never thought I would have visit Colombia but now that I have I can't wait until I go back. This was a truly a great vacation. Thank you GHL Hotel Relax Costa Azul for a wonderful time. I like to give thanks to all the hotel staff.

This hotel is located within walking distance of the beach with very nice views of the mountains and the sea , however the most incredible asset is their staff , incredibly helpful for and always willing to help me and my family . We traveled in a family group of 12 with our 7 months old son and my 89 grandma and the staff at the hotels were always eager to help with my sonand my grandma’s needs . The whole staff - front desk - restaurant - cleaners - bar staff were always friendly and very accommodating . I will definitely come back

The food was very very good in the restaurant and room service! the hotel was very well maintained, the terraces of the rooms were big enough!! The staff was super polite an helpful on anything. The gym was well equipped and it was not full. You do need to have cash for any taxi, as this is the only way to move in santa marta or to rent a car.

Für den Preis war das Hotel richtig gut! Zimmer sind einfach aber haben alles was es braucht, Klimaanlage funktionier und ist auch sehr wichtig, Bad ist ganz schön und sauber war auch alles. Das Frühstück ist sehr gut aber wenn viele Leute da sind sollte man sehr früh hingehen da man sonst leicht einige Zeit warten kann. Vor allem das Personal fanden wir super nett, haben uns mit einigen Anfragen ohne Probleme geholfen :) Einziges Manko, etwas abseits also in das Zentrum geht man ein bisschen (so 5-10 min). Trotzdem, für den Preis absolute Empfehlung !

Good hotel as in Colombia. Very nice and helpful staff. Everything according to the description. We got even a better room with sea view. Beautiful beach opposite the hotel. Around many restaurants, bars and shops, unfortunately also disco. This is the greatest nightmare of this place because Colombians, although they are very nice, are balding until the white morning. If you are looking for urban attractions this hotel is ideal. If you prefer peace, look for another hotel. The only minus hotel is the lack of drinking water and coffee service in the room.

Went to Santa Marta for its amazing beaches. Tamaca had the best location, right in front of the beach and also had a great pool. Clean, comfortable rooms and friendly staff. Definitely recommend and will be staying here the next time I'm in SM! Fui a Santa Marta por sus increíbles playas. Tamaca tenía la mejor ubicación, justo frente a la playa y también tenía una gran piscina. Habitaciones limpias y cómodas y personal amable. Definitivamente lo recomiendo y me quedaré aquí la próxima vez que esté en SM!