Hotel in El Rodadero for visiting Playa Grande, Taganga

About Playa Grande

What it is and what to do

Playa Grande is the beach next to Taganga, Santa Marta's fishing village.

According to the Santa Marta mayor's office, it has seafood kiosks.

• •If you walk over the hills, bring water, sunscreen and comfortable 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 Playa Grande

Small bay between dry hills · Illustrative image · AI

Fishing boats on the sand · Illustrative image · AI

Trail over the hills · Illustrative image · AI

Clear water in the bay · Illustrative image · AI

Fried fish with patacones · Illustrative image · AI

The bay 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

• How do I get to Playa Grande?

  From Taganga, by boat (about 5 minutes) or on foot over the hills (30 to 45 minutes), according to the Santa Marta mayor's office.

• Is there anywhere to eat at Playa Grande?

  Yes, the Santa Marta mayor's office says there are seafood kiosks.

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