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Reserva Natural El Matuy

3.0 star property
Beachfront lodge for sun and fun

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Terrace/patio
Property grounds
Family Cabin, Multiple Beds, Private Bathroom, Sea View
Shower, rainfall showerhead, towels
Terrace/patio

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Laundry
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$148
19 June - 20 June

Explore the area

Map
Troncal del caribe 2.5 Via Riohacha, PALOMINO, Dibulla, Guajira
  • Palomino Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Mingueo Church
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Buritaca Beach
    ‪31 min drive‬

Room options

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Junior Cabin, Partial Ocean View, Beachside

Junior Cabin, Partial Ocean View, Beachside

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Down duvet
Rainfall showerhead
In-room safe
In-room massage
Living room
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 40 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Cabin, Multiple Beds, Private Bathroom, Sea View

Family Cabin, Multiple Beds, Private Bathroom, Sea View

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
In-room safe
In-room massage
Living room
Desk
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 4 Single Beds

About the area

Palomino

At Reserva Natural El Matuy you'll be steps from Palomino Beach and 3.8 km (2.4 mi) from Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta National Park. Highlights at this beachfront lodge include free continental breakfast, a restaurant and free self-parking. .The restaurant, El Matuy, serves local and international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Spend the day at the beach where you'll find free cabanas. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also limited parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Sights within a 20-minute drive of this 3-property class Palomino lodge include Río Palomino and Mingueo Church.
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What's nearby

  • Palomino Beach - 3 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta National Park - 4 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Mingueo Church - 21 min drive - 23.8 km
  • Buritaca Beach - 31 min drive - 33.8 km
  • Parque Isla Salamanca - 40 min drive - 45.5 km

Getting around

  • Riohacha (RCH-Almirante Padilla) - 82 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Paluna - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Casa Cocette - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Veggie - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Juntos - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Pizzería La Frontera - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Reserva Natural El Matuy

Beachfront lodge for sun and fun
There's a restaurant on site. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. A library, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly Reserva Natural El Matuy. The lodge can provide wedding services and tour/ticket assistance. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3-star Palomino lodge is smoke free.

  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Cabanas on the beach (free)
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Dining venue
Reserva Natural El Matuy offers 12 accommodations. Beds feature down duvets. Business-friendly amenities include desks and safes. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and in-room massages can be requested.

Languages

English, German, Italian, Polish, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • El Matuy

Things to do

  • Ecotours
  • Library
  • Volleyball

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Free beach cabanas
  • In a national park
  • On the beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Picnic area
  • 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.
  • 3 steps to reach entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Desk
  • Living room
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 6 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 6 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets welcome with a deposit of COP 300000 per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 2 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for COP 190000.0 per day.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • You may be required to pay VAT (19%) at the property. Non-resident travellers who pay using a foreign card or bank transfer and present a valid passport and tourist visa may be exempt from value-added tax (19%) on tourist package bookings (accommodation plus other travel service).

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 160000.00 per vehicle (return)
  • Pet deposit: COP 300000 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: COP 190000.0 per day

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Electricity is not provided
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. Electricity is not provided. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.

We should mention

  • There is no hot water on site.
  • 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.
  • Up to 2 children aged 2 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Reserva Natural El Matuy Lodge Dibulla
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Reserva Natural El Matuy?

Reserva Natural El Matuy offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Reserva Natural El Matuy?

As of 18 June 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Reserva Natural El Matuy on 19 June 2025 start from AU$147.71, 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 Reserva Natural El Matuy?

Yep, Reserva Natural El Matuy has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to Reserva Natural El Matuy?

Yep, Reserva Natural El Matuy is a short 1-minute walk from Palomino Beach.

What makes Reserva Natural El Matuy a romantic place to stay?

Free beach cabanas, plus rainfall showerheads in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Reserva Natural El Matuy.

Does Reserva Natural El Matuy serve breakfast?

Yep, free continental brekkie is available daily between 8 AM and 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Reserva Natural El Matuy?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Reserva Natural El Matuy?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Reserva Natural El Matuy's onsite restaurant that serves local and international cuisine.

What time are check-in & check-out at Reserva Natural El Matuy?

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

Reserva Natural El Matuy Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 8 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 8 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

5.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Per, Sammamish

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Great experience
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A real escape

El Matuy was perfect for a real escape. Situated on a pristine beach, disconnected from the world, with no electricity or wifi for distractions. So close to the beach, you have only the sound of the waves to help you relax, or to enjoy one of the hammocks. The food was delicious, fresh and enjoyed in a wonderfully relaxed environment.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was great. The staff was fantastic. And food was amazing They help with taxi rides as well. The dogs and cats there were so cute as well. We really enjoyed it.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Marion, Germany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Vincent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Astrid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Entspannung pur

Fantastisches Resort am Ende von Palomino. Ruhe und Einsamkeit pur. Die Cabañas sind sehr hübsch eingerichtet mit großer Veranda und verfügen über ein Bad im Freien. Strom und wifi gibt es nur an der Rezeption. Ein wunderbarer Rückzugsort zum Entspannen.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
sehr schöne Strandhütten mit super toller Lage direkt im Palmenheim am Meer
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018