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Makao Beach Hotel

3.0 star property
Beachfront hotel for sun and fun

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Deluxe Room | Terrace/patio
Superior Room | Terrace/patio
Premium Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets
Superior Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets
Private beach, beach bar

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
  • Breakfast included
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Calle 8 Lote 3 Frente al Mar, Dibulla, La Guajira, 446009
  • Place, Palomino Beach
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta National Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Río Palomino
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

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Comfort Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Room

  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room

  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Room

  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Palomino

Makao Beach Hotel places you next to Palomino Beach and within 2 miles (3 km) of Río Palomino. This 3-star hotel has 9 guestrooms and offers conveniences like free breakfast, a private beach, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Palomino Beach - 1 min drive - 0.3 miles
  • Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta National Park - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Río Palomino - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Mingueo Church - 23 min drive - 15.2 miles
  • Buritaca Beach - 31 min drive - 20.4 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Juntos - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Grosso - Empanadas Argentinas - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪La Frontera - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪JUntosito - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪ALMA Cocina de Autor - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Makao Beach Hotel

Beachfront hotel for sun and fun
Guests staying at Makao Beach Hotel enjoy a private beach, free WiFi in public areas, and a garden. Front-desk staff can assist with dry cleaning/laundry and luggage storage.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include hair dryers and safes.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a private beach.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A beach bar

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a private beach

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer

More

  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 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

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these 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).

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours.
Property Registration Number 115083

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • 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.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Makao Beach Hotel Hotel
Makao Beach Hotel Dibulla
Makao Beach Hotel Hotel Dibulla

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Makao Beach Hotel?

Makao Beach Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. To learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to see around Makao Beach Hotel?

This hotel is located in Palomino, just steps from Palomino Beach. You'll also find Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta National Park and Río Palomino within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Makao Beach Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't offer parking.

Does Makao Beach Hotel feature a casino?

No, Makao Beach Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Makao Beach Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Makao Beach Hotel?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a private beach plus some guestrooms include sea views and rainfall showerheads.

Does Makao Beach Hotel have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Makao Beach Hotel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Makao Beach Hotel offers free continental breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Will Makao Beach Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Makao Beach Hotel.

Are there connecting rooms at Makao Beach Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies at Makao Beach Hotel?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer a balcony where guests can enjoy sea or garden views.

Makao Beach Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Spectacular

Stayed in the premium suite that overlooks the ocean. Absolutely stunning. Staff was friendly and helpful. Food and drinks were fantastic. Would absolutely stay here again, and highly recommended.
View from room of sunrise.
View from Premium Suite
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Liliana, Houston

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service and comfortable facilities. The fact that it’s a small hotel makes the service personalized. We felt at home with the roaring sea right in front of us. We enjoyed the food — in our opinion, one of the best culinary offerings in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vincent

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had an amazing time here. The staff was very nice. We stayed in the room with the ocean view and it was incredible
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Cesar

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great Staff, many good places around the hotel to eat. Walking distance to Palomino.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Alyson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel, friendly staff, great breakfast included.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Stephen, San Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Javier

Everything was good
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The service and being right on sea.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Nicolas

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Die Zimmer sind sehr schön, allerdings sollte einem bewusst sein, dass eine Wand nicht wirklich eine Wand ist, sondern aus offenen Holzscharten besteht. Dadurch ist es in den Zimmern laut, sehr heiß und es können viele Tiere in die Zimmer. Allerdings ist das Moskitonetz sehr gut. Die Wasserleitungen sind nicht sehr gut, sodass man sich mit dem Wasser nicht unbedingt waschen sollte. Das Personal ist super freundlich und versucht einem stets behilflich zu sein.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sebastian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Te sientes en tu casa frente al mar

El personal muy amable y presto a nuestras necesidades , me sentí como en casa
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

santiago

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024