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HOTEL KARAYA DIVE RESORT

Property class: 4

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2 outdoor pools, open 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool loungers
Deluxe Studio Suite
Terrace/patio
Rooftop terrace
Hallway

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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Calle 12 No. 2-38 Rodadero, Santa Marta, 470008
  • Place, Arrecife Shopping Center
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Mundo Marino Aquarium
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Rodadero Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Santa Marta (SMR-Simon Bolivar)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Twin Room

Standard Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 Large Single Bed

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 Large Single Bed

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Standard Triple Room

Standard Triple Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Large Single Beds

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Superior Room

Superior Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Studio Suite

Deluxe Studio Suite

  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Room

Family Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Large Single Beds OR 2 Queen Beds

About the area

Santa Marta

A family-friendly stay in Santa Marta awaits you at HOTEL KARAYA DIVE RESORT. Within steps you'll find Rodadero Beach and Arrecife Shopping Center. Highlights at this hotel include 2 outdoor swimming pools, 2 bars/lounges and a restaurant. .Enjoy the gym, kids' swimming pool and pool loungers as well as access to scuba-diving. Business amenities include a meeting room, a conference centre, and a business centre. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, coffee/tea in a common area and spa services. Each morning free full breakfast is offered between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .In proximity to this 4-property class El Rodadero hotel you'll find Tayrona National Natural Park.

What's nearby

  • Arrecife Shopping Center - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Mundo Marino Aquarium - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Nabusimake - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Rodadero Beach - 6 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Bello Horizonte Beach - 12 min drive - 7.1 km

Getting around

  • Santa Marta (SMR-Simon Bolivar) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Juan Valdez Café - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Caribe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Salvator's Pizza Rodadero - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Frisby - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Pez Caribe - ‬6 min walk

About this property

HOTEL KARAYA DIVE RESORT

As a guest of HOTEL KARAYA DIVE RESORT, you'll find 2 outdoor swimming pools, a fitness centre, and a children's pool. There's a restaurant on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a business centre and a meeting room. A rooftop terrace, spa services, and an arcade/games room are also featured at the family-friendly HOTEL KARAYA DIVE RESORT. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Santa Marta hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 44 guestrooms or units
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Conference centre
  • Business facilities
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Games room or arcade
  • Garden
  • Newspapers for purchase
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
HOTEL KARAYA DIVE RESORT offers 44 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. This individually decorated accommodation includes desks. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)). In-room massages, 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. Services include massages.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Books
  • Children's pool
  • Games
  • Gym
  • Scuba diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Table tennis
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference centre
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Pool loungers
  • Rooftop terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 accessible parking spaces
  • Lift
  • Low-height bed
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-width doorways

More

  • 1 building
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Individual decor
  • Laptop-compatible safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at HOTEL KARAYA DIVE RESORT

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • 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.

  • Pool fee: COP 300000
  • Spa fee: COP 120000

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
This property uses solar energy
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, debit cards and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. This property uses solar energy. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

Property Registration Number 49815

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.
  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM
  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

HOTEL KARAYA DIVE RESORT Hotel
HOTEL KARAYA DIVE RESORT Santa Marta
HOTEL KARAYA DIVE RESORT Hotel Santa Marta

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at HOTEL KARAYA DIVE RESORT?

HOTEL KARAYA DIVE RESORT offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at HOTEL KARAYA DIVE RESORT?

As of 15 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at HOTEL KARAYA DIVE RESORT on 22 Apr 2026 start from AU$151, including 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 HOTEL KARAYA DIVE RESORT?

Yep, HOTEL KARAYA DIVE RESORT has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to HOTEL KARAYA DIVE RESORT?

The closest beach to HOTEL KARAYA DIVE RESORT is Rodadero Beach (0.2 km).

Is there a spa on site at HOTEL KARAYA DIVE RESORT?

There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer services like massages.

Does HOTEL KARAYA DIVE RESORT have a pool?

HOTEL KARAYA DIVE RESORT has 2 outdoor swimming pools and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger. The pool is open 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

Is HOTEL KARAYA DIVE RESORT family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a children's pool, an arcade and laundry facilities, it's no surprise that HOTEL KARAYA DIVE RESORT is a hit with families.

Does HOTEL KARAYA DIVE RESORT serve breakfast?

Sure does, free full brekkie is served daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at HOTEL KARAYA DIVE RESORT?

No, HOTEL KARAYA DIVE RESORT does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at HOTEL KARAYA DIVE RESORT?

Yep, you can grab a meal at HOTEL KARAYA DIVE RESORT's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at HOTEL KARAYA DIVE RESORT?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at HOTEL KARAYA DIVE RESORT?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

HOTEL KARAYA DIVE RESORT Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 51 out of 84 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 84 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 84 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 84 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 84 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Lucy

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Jim

maybe a 3 star at best not floor to ceiling windows breakfast is very very basic
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

FLORA

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Pablo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Muy bien la atención y el hecho que está cerca a la playa. Sin embargo las instalaciones comunes no estaban en tan buen estado (baños, piscina, area de juegos). Además el acceso más cercano a la playa es bastante oscuro e inseguro.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good experience
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oscar

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Once at our arrival, Jose greeted us with a broad smile. Very attentive and friendly. He took his time to explain every aspect of the hotel and was very helpful when we needed help for directions. If i ever go back to Santa Marta, i would stay in this hotel without hesitation. Highly recommend 5 star!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

elsa

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chayane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Yadilka

Travelled with family and small children
Needs improvement on American breakfast. American eats pancake, waffles and bacon. Only one flavor or juice was disguting
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Yadilka

Travelled with family
breakfast should improved american breakfast has bacon , waffles and pancakes
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Stacey, Richfield

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were very pleased with the friendliness and helpfulness of the staff. The food in the restaurant was delicious! Our experience there was very enjoyable.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kely Tatiana

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

JOSE, King of Prussia

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phillip Adam Drozdiak

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

ordonez

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
staff very friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel. You learn about Colombian native culture. Very close to the beach Food and drinks are amazing. Definitely coming back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luz Elena

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yizzel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great hotel, good service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

JEIDIS

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is really comfortable and the staff was great!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Louis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Nulbia, portland

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
El hotel necesita mejoras, las toallas necesitan ser renovadas (deterioradas). Creo que este Hotel no deberia calificar como VIP tampoco ofrecen los beneficios correspondientes al estatus VIP de Expedia
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff, location and property!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025