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Hostal Principio Tayrona

Property class: 3
3-star spa hotel with free breakfast

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Reviews

6.4 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Bar

Explore the area

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Carrera 6 #3-194 Vereda Calabazo, km20 via Rioacha, Santa Marta, Magdalena
  • Place, Tayrona National Natural Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Macondo Labyrinth
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Enchanted Pools
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Santa Marta (SMR-Simon Bolivar)
    ‪49 min drive‬

Room options

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Basic Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Basic Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed

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Basic Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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About the neighborhood

Santa Marta

On waterfront.You'll be within 9 miles (15 km) of Tayrona National Natural Park and 12 miles (20 km) of Macondo Labyrinth. Enchanted Pools and Costeño Beach are within 12 miles (20 km).

What's nearby

  • Tayrona National Natural Park - 7 min drive - 7.0 miles
  • Macondo Labyrinth - 11 min drive - 11.3 miles
  • Enchanted Pools - 13 min drive - 13.2 miles
  • Guachaca River - 15 min drive - 15.5 miles
  • University of Magdalena - 25 min drive - 17.4 miles

Getting around

  • Santa Marta (SMR-Simon Bolivar) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante Vivero Tayrona - ‬6 min walk
  • El Caribeño
  • Restaurante y Panadería El Rincon de Fabi
  • ‪Restaurante Hotel Anita - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Tranquilandia - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Hostal Principio Tayrona

3-star spa hotel with free breakfast
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free nightly manager's reception. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A hot tub, spa services, and a terrace are also featured at Hostal Principio Tayrona. Valet parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Santa Marta hotel.

  • 7 guestrooms or units
  • English breakfast (free)
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Hostal Principio Tayrona offers 7 accommodations with complimentary toiletries. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. There are massage/treatment rooms, couples treatment room(s), and outdoor treatment areas. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages. The spa is equipped with Turkish bath/hammam. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and hydrotherapy.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free valet parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Hosted evening meal available daily for a fee of COP 50,000; reservation required

Things to do

  • Designer stores
  • Hot tub

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 6:00 AM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 15

Check-out

Check-out before 12:30 PM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:30 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Hostal Principio Tayrona

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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 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'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 150000.00 per room (one-way)
  • Hot tub fee: COP 30000 per stay
  • Hosted evening meal: COP 50000

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, Carte Blanche, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Visitors traveling with a child may be required by the property to present the following documents: At check-in, parents traveling into Colombia with a child under 18 may be obligated to present the child's birth certificate and photo ID (passport for non-Columbian citizens). If a relative or legal guardian is traveling into Colombia with the child, that relative or legal guardian may be obligated to present a notarized consent of travel signed by both parents, along with 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 planning to travel with children should consult a Colombian consulate office in advance of travel for additional guidance.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Hostal Principio Tayrona to the airport?

Hostal Principio Tayrona is 23.7 mi (49-min drive) away from the Santa Marta (SMR-Simon Bolivar) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Hostal Principio Tayrona have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Hostal Principio Tayrona.

How close is Hostal Principio Tayrona to the beach?

This hotel is 18.9 mi (30-min drive) from Rodadero Beach and 11.5 mi (27-min drive) from Costeño Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Hostal Principio Tayrona offer free breakfast?

Hostal Principio Tayrona offers free English breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Hostal Principio Tayrona?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Hostal Principio Tayrona?

Check-in start time: 6:00 AM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Hostal Principio Tayrona?

This hotel offers free valet parking.

Does Hostal Principio Tayrona have a pool?

Hostal Principio Tayrona does not have a pool.

Does Hostal Principio Tayrona have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Hostal Principio Tayrona have a spa?

This hotel doesn't have a spa, but it does offer facials, Thai massages, and aromatherapy.

How close is Hostal Principio Tayrona to downtown Santa Marta?

Hostal Principio Tayrona is 0.2 mi away from Calabazo.

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