Hotel in El Rodadero for visiting the Santa Marta Cathedral

About the Santa Marta Cathedral

What it is and what to do

The Santa Marta Cathedral is a Minor Basilica in the historic center. It holds the remains of Rodrigo de Bastidas, who founded the city in 1525 (colombia.travel).

Its first stone was laid in 1766, and in 2021 it was declared a Property of Cultural Interest of national scope.

• •It is an active church: respect the service times.

Information verified on 2026-11-07. Opening hours, fees and closures can change: confirm with the operator before you go. Official site

Photos of Santa Marta Cathedral

White cathedral facing the square · Illustrative image · AI

White colonial facade · Illustrative image · AI

Interior nave and arches · Illustrative image · AI

Bell tower against the sky · Illustrative image · AI

Colonial street toward the cathedral · Illustrative image · AI

The cathedral at sunset · Illustrative image · AI

Your base in El Rodadero

350 meters from the beach

Hotel Taybo Kai is a 4-star hotel in the heart of El Rodadero, with 26 rooms, 24-hour reception and private parking. 350 meters from Playa El Rodadero and 250 from the boardwalk, with restaurants less than a block away. Every room has air conditioning, a private bathroom, a TV and free WiFi; the family rooms sleep up to 5.

• 350 m

  Playa El Rodadero

• 4

  Stars

• In every room

  Air conditioning

• 24/7

  Reception

Not included in the rate: breakfast (Buffet or continental, $20.000 COP extra per person) · airport transfer ($35.000 COP per transfer (up to 4 people) to/from Simón Bolívar Airport) · parking (Private, $15.000 COP per day).

FAQ

• Who is buried in the Santa Marta Cathedral?

  Rodrigo de Bastidas, who founded the city in 1525, according to colombia.travel.

• Does the city tour stop at the Cathedral?

  Yes, the partner agency's panoramic city tour includes the cathedral among its stops.

• Where is Hotel Taybo Kai?

  At Carrera 2 # 5-60, El Rodadero, Santa Marta, 350 m from Playa El Rodadero (about a 4-minute walk).

• How much is a night at the hotel?

  Rooms start at $150.000 COP per night. Subject to availability · terms and restrictions apply · not valid on Colombian long weekends or high season.

• Is breakfast included?

  Breakfast (buffet or continental) is available at an extra cost of $20.000 COP per person and is not included in the room rate.

• Does the hotel rate include tickets or tours?

  No. The hotel rate covers accommodation only; tickets, tours and transport to visit the Santa Marta Cathedral are paid separately. Message us on WhatsApp if you have questions before your trip.