Hotel in El Rodadero for visiting Minca

About Minca

What it is and what to do

Minca is a village in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta, known for its coffee and cacao farms and for birdwatching: about 300 species, according to colombia.travel.

From the village you can walk to waterfalls such as Marinka and Pozo Azul.

• •Marinka Waterfall: 3.3 km from the village, about 90 minutes on foot, with an entrance fee.
• •Pozo Azul: 4.8 km, about 55 minutes on foot.
• •Rainy mountain climate, between 25 and 27 °C: bring a rain jacket and walking shoes.

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

Photos of Minca

Waterfall and swimming hole in Minca

Village church in Minca

Hanging bridge in the forest

Mountain river among boulders

Farmland in the Minca hills

Dirt road through the forest

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

• What is there to do in Minca?

  Visit coffee and cacao farms, go birdwatching and walk to waterfalls such as Marinka (3.3 km from the village) and Pozo Azul (4.8 km).

• How do I get to Minca?

  By road, about 21 km from Santa Marta (approximately 45 minutes according to colombia.travel), or by minibus from the Santa Marta Public Market.

• Can I book a tour to Minca through the hotel?

  Yes. Book with the hotel's virtual assistant or message our tours WhatsApp (+57 314 605 9491): tours are run by the hotel's partner agency. They are paid separately and in full at least one day in advance.

• 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 Minca are paid separately. Message us on WhatsApp if you have questions before your trip.