Hotel in El Rodadero for visiting Playa Cristal

About Playa Cristal

What it is and what to do

Playa Cristal is on Neguanje Bay, inside Tayrona Park. Colombia.travel notes that it was among the 25 best beaches in South America in TripAdvisor's 2018 Travellers' Choice.

In the bay, guides teach snorkeling.

• •The park has periodic closures: confirm before traveling.

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

Photos of Playa Cristal

Turquoise water at Playa Cristal

Playa Cristal shoreline with a boat

Dry hill above turquoise water

Rocky coast with breaking waves

Boat arriving at the beach

Fruit and cocktail stand on the beach

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

• Where is Playa Cristal?

  On Neguanje Bay, inside Tayrona National Natural Park. You get there by boat from Neguanje.

• Can you snorkel at Playa Cristal?

  Yes. According to colombia.travel, guides teach snorkeling in Neguanje Bay.

• Can I book a tour to Playa Cristal 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 Playa Cristal are paid separately. Message us on WhatsApp if you have questions before your trip.