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HOTEL KARAYA DIVE RESORT

4.0 star property
Guests relax by one of three pools at HOTEL KARAYA DIVE RESORT or enjoy rejuvenating spa treatments, starting each day with a full breakfast

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El Rodadero's tranquil atmosphere pervades this welcoming resort where lush gardens create a peaceful retreat. Travelers begin their mornings with a hearty breakfast before deciding between a refreshing dip in the pool, a restorative coffee break, or indulgent spa pampering.
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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

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Room options

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Standard Twin Room | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Standard Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Minibar
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 Large Twin Bed

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Standard Double Room | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Minibar
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 Large Twin Bed

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Standard Triple Room | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Standard Triple Room

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Minibar
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Large Twin Beds

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Superior Room | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Superior Room

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Minibar
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Studio Suite | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Deluxe Studio Suite

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Kitchenette
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Room | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Family Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Minibar
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Large Twin Beds OR 2 Queen Beds
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About the neighborhood

Located in El Rodadero, a neighborhood in Santa Marta, HOTEL KARAYA DIVE RESORT is in the entertainment district and near the beach. Nabusimake and Santa Marta Cathedral are local landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Arrecife Shopping Center and Zazue. Traveling with kids? Consider Mundo Marino Aquarium, or check out an event or a game at Eduardo Santos Stadium.
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Map
Calle 12 No. 2-38 Rodadero, Santa Marta, 470008

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 - 5 min drive - 1.7 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
  • ‪El punto marino - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Karey - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Salvator's Pizza Rodadero - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Nunzio's Pizza - ‬9 min walk

About this property

HOTEL KARAYA DIVE RESORT

Upscale family-friendly hotel near Rodadero Beach
At HOTEL KARAYA DIVE RESORT, you can look forward to free full breakfast, a rooftop terrace, and a garden. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Enjoy the gym, as well as activities like scuba diving and snorkeling. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices), is available to all guests, along with an arcade/game room and laundry facilities.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool, along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Concierge services, multilingual staff, and luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance, 1 meeting room, and a ballroom
Room features
All guestrooms are individually decorated, and offer comforts such as laptop-compatible safes and air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi and minibars.
Other amenities include:
  • Showers, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, daily housekeeping, and desks

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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 transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • 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
  • Snorkeling
  • 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 center
  • Conference center
  • 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
  • Elevator
  • 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 center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • 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
  • Smoking not allowed

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

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • 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 travelers who present a valid passport and tourist visa showing they are not a resident of Colombia and who pay using a foreign card or via a bank transfer from outside Colombia. This exemption applies only to tourist package bookings (accommodation plus other travel services).

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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-authorize 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
Property Registration Number 49815

We should mention

If you are traveling with a child your property may require you to present the following documents: Parents traveling into Colombia with a child under 18 may be required to present the child's birth certificate and photo ID (passport for non-Columbian citizens) upon check-in. If a relative or legal guardian is traveling into Colombia with the child, that relative or legal guardian may be required to present a notarized consent of travel signed by both parents and a copy of both parents' ID. If only one parent is traveling into Colombia with the child, that parent may be required to present a notarized consent of travel signed by the other parent. Visitors who plan to travel with children should consult with a Colombian consulate office prior to travel for further guidance.
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

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

Does HOTEL KARAYA DIVE RESORT have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM–8:00 PM.

Is HOTEL KARAYA DIVE RESORT pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at HOTEL KARAYA DIVE RESORT?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at HOTEL KARAYA DIVE RESORT?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is HOTEL KARAYA DIVE RESORT located?

This family-friendly Santa Marta hotel is located in the entertainment district, just steps from Rodadero Beach and Arrecife Shopping Center. Mundo Marino Aquarium and Nabusimake are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Reviews

HOTEL KARAYA DIVE RESORT Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

8.8

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 48 out of 78 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 78 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 78 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 78 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 78 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alison

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

10/10 Excellent

Neil

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

8/10 Good

Stacey

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

10/10 Excellent

Yizzel

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

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great people and the restaurant was very good
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Oscar

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

Luis

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

Ricardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable, easy acces to beach
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Amenities
Great staff service and safety
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Angel F

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
HYGIENE IS NOT THE BEST, ALTHOUGH STAFF IS EXCELLENT. NEEDS A LITTLE BETTER OPTIONS FOR BREAKFAST.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Eco friendly. Safe. Great facilities.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Nice property and location. Good to get certified if ready! The staff, no comment
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rauli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel with great location at the south end of the playa el rodadero. Very friendly staff. Good breakfast. The biggest swimming pool is not for the customers use and that's the only negative part of that hotel. Price and quality matching.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Afterthought

Friendly staff. Clean room. It seems they have a lot of private events throughout the hotel with music and microphones blaring and seems the guest become an afterthought. There was a lot of machine cutting construction one night around 11pm spoke to front desk and didn’t reply immediately, 20 minutes or so after they replied with will ask them when they will finish, no consideration to guest.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ricardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Maria was very friendly and her customer service was above , every other person at hotel very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lissette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excelente hotel
Stayed 1 night in Aug 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

Jessica

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

6/10 Okay

Yadilka

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

6/10 Okay

Yadilka

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

10/10 Excellent

Zamira

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
How is close to what we wanted.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Design
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Mauricio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The only thing that i was not happy with is that you cant utilized the deep pool unless you have a certification at this facility which should be disclosed when booking this property!! Besides that it was a great time .
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Louis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

6/10 Okay

Darren

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They rent out the roof top terrace for private events for non guests that are loud and go until 4:00 am. Do not expect to be able to use all facilities or sleep when they do this.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024