Playa Bonita

3.0 star property

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Deluxe Cabin | Bed sheets
Family Cabin, 3 Bedrooms | Living area
Exterior detail
Exterior
Outdoor wedding area

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar

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Kilometro 46 Vía Santa Marta, Riohacha, Santa Marta, 470001
  • Place, Mareygua Beach
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Koralia Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Buritaca Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Cabin

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Family Cabin, 3 Bedrooms

  • Beach view
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 12
  • 12 Twin Beds

Standard Cabin

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Cabin

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Cabin

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Santa Marta

Playa Bonita places you next to Buritaca Beach and Mareygua Beach. This 3-star hostal has 12 rooms and welcomes guests with a restaurant, a private beach, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Mareygua Beach - 1 min drive - 0.2 miles
  • Koralia Beach - 6 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Guachaca River - 7 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Buritaca Beach - 8 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Parque Isla Salamanca - 10 min drive - 7.2 miles

Getting around

  • Santa Marta (SMR-Simon Bolivar) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante Don Samuel - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪La Brisa Tranquila - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Bendicion De Dios - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Humbe Resto-Bar - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Ecopizza Mendihuaca - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Playa Bonita

Guests of Playa Bonita enjoy features like a private beach, free WiFi in public areas, and coffee in a common area. You can take advantage of free parking, along with a shuttle from the hotel to the airport (available 24 hours) for COP 120000 per vehicle. Front-desk staff can assist with securing valuables, luggage storage, and tours or tickets. Other amenities at this beach hostal include laundry facilities, a water dispenser, and a TV in a common area.
Recreational amenities at the hostal include a private beach.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour airport drop-off shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • On a private beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 7:00 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 welcomes pets for COP 50000 per accommodation, per day

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.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Airport shuttle fee: COP 120000 per vehicle (maximum occupancy 4)
  • Pet fee: COP 50000 per accommodation, per day

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 2 PM—-7:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. For convenient departures, you can take advantage of the airport drop-off service (fees apply). Driving? This property offers free parking.

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.
  • 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.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

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.

Property is also known as

Playa Bonita Hostel Santa Marta
Playa Bonita Santa Marta
Playa Bonita Hostel Buritaca
Playa Bonita Buritaca
Playa Bonita Hostal Santa Marta
Playa Bonita Hostal
Playa Bonita Santa Marta
Playa Bonita Hostal Santa Marta

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Playa Bonita?

Playa Bonita offers free cancellation on select room rates. For specific requirements, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to do within easy reach of Playa Bonita?

This hostal is located in Santa Marta and just steps from Buritaca Beach and Mareygua Beach. You'll also find Quebrada Valencia Waterfall and Koralia Beach within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Playa Bonita?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hostal.

Is a spa located at Playa Bonita?

Spa services at the hostal include beach massages.

Does Playa Bonita feature a casino at the property?

No, Playa Bonita doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Playa Bonita?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostal.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Playa Bonita?

This waterfront hostal offers plenty of amenities for couples including a private beach, a beach bar, and a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at Playa Bonita?

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

Does Playa Bonita feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Playa Bonita doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Playa Bonita allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Playa Bonita for a fee of COP 50000 per accommodation, per day.

Does Playa Bonita have connecting rooms?

No, this hostal doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Playa Bonita?

No, at Playa Bonita, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Does Playa Bonita have a wedding venue?

Take advantage of the wedding venue at Playa Bonita if you plan to say "I do" during your trip.

Playa Bonita Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 7 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Sanne Kastor

Disliked: Staff & service
Jeg valgte hotellet efter, om der var pool. Det var der reklameret med, men det fandtes ikke på hotellet. Personalet kunne intet engelsk, kun spansk, hvilket gjorde kommunikationen vanskelig.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Michel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A notre arrivée: déception , la réception nous dit qu'il n'avait pas reçu la modification de date qui avait pourtant été acceptée par Hotels.com et donc qu'il n'y avait pas de chambre disponible avant le lendemain (nous avions réservé 3 nuits) . Dans un premier temps ils nous avait trouvé une chambre dans un hôtel/camping horrible . et miracle ils ont fait beaucoup d'effort pour nous trouver la chambre que nous avions réservée: tout se termine bien. le personnel de l'Hôtel est très dévoué et plein d'attention. Attention cependant, ils ne font pas tomber préventivement les noix de coco se trouvant au dessus des allées et une noix de 3 kg est tombée d'un très haut cocotier à 20 cm devant nous !
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

2/10 Terrible

Peter, Peter aus Zürich

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

This is no vacation resort!

This place is just no vacation place! The sea and the beach are great! Unfortunaly the staff makes no effort to mantain the beach and the hotel area clean of plastic, everywhere are coconuts and it seams if nobody would be responsable of the resort. The whole hotel is dirty, even the kitchen looks so. The fish you can eat, they just take it out of the freezer! It is just not a place you should offer on hotel.com! We were very, very disapointed!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing quiet place and „Lady“ is the best cook ive met so far in Colombia. The food is a bit More expensive in comparison to other places in Colombia but it’s worth every peso! The staff is very friendly and helpful, beach and hammocks are perfect, even tough the waves are very strong... we stayed longer than first booked and it was the best decision ever. Thank you for this tranquilo days we had. Nos vemos :)
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lana

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Avkopplande

Underbar plats med boende på stranden i enkla hus med toalett och dusch. Bra mat och goda drinkar. Mycket trevlig och tillmötesgåendr personal. Åker gärna dit igen.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2017

8/10 Good

Ignacio

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Hotel Ecoturístico

Excelente. Es un sitio paradisíaco. La belleza natural de las playas en Palomino es única. Contrasta con la fauna y la selva del sector que son de una riqueza natural invaluable.