Estelar Santamar Hotel & Centro de Convenciones

3.5 star property
Family-friendly fun on the beach, with 3 outdoor pools

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Room options

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

  • 249 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Junior Suite, 1 Double Bed

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Room Standard

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4

Chalet

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2

Suite Junior

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3

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About the neighborhood

Santa Marta

Located in Bello Horizonte within a short walk of Cape Turtle Beach, Estelar Santamar Hotel & Centro de Convenciones is within 2 miles (3 km) of Zazue. This 134-room, 3.5-star hotel welcomes guests with 3 outdoor pools, a restaurant, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Zazue - 2 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Bello Horizonte Beach - 2 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Rodadero Beach - 6 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Parque de los Novios - 11 min drive - 6.9 miles
  • Rodadero Sea Aquarium and Museum - 14 min drive - 5.3 miles

Getting around

  • Santa Marta (SMR-Simon Bolivar) - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cinto - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Crepes & Waffles - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪La Cuchara De Palo - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cambiante Al Mar - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Mil Carnes - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Estelar Santamar Hotel & Centro de Convenciones

Family-friendly fun on the beach, with 3 outdoor pools
At Estelar Santamar Hotel & Centro de Convenciones, guests enjoy 3 outdoor pools, a children's pool, and a gym. You can put free parking to good use if you drive. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with luggage storage, tours or tickets, and dry cleaning/laundry. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Other amenities at this beach hotel include free WiFi in public areas, a conference center, and a 24-hour business center.
32-inch LCD TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer rainfall showers and free toiletries. Laptop-compatible safes, phones, and desks are also standard.
3 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool. Other recreational amenities include a fitness center.

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

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs, and body treatments. The spa is equipped with Turkish bath/hammam.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 6:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Kiosko Tamajar
  • Mar de Leva

Things to do

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Basketball
  • Beach volleyball
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Gym
  • Kayaking
  • Personal motorized watercraft
  • Playground
  • Racquetball/squash

Family friendly

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 10 meeting rooms
  • 24-hour business center
  • Conference center (1,755 square feet of space)

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Facials
  • Turkish bath

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1978
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from November 7 2025 to November 12 2025 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 30 per pet, per night
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 1 total (33 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 2 kids 11 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • You may be required to pay VAT (19%) at the property. Nonresident travelers who pay using a foreign card or bank transfer and present a valid passport and tourist visa may be exempt from value-added tax (19%) on tourist package bookings (accommodation plus other travel service).

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.

  • Pet fee: USD 30 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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 and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. 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.
  • 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.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

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.
  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Estelar Centro Convenciones
Estelar Hotel & Centro Convenciones
Estelar Santamar
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Estelar Santamar Hotel & Centro Convenciones
Hotel Santamar
Santamar Hotel
Estelar Santamar Hotel Santa Marta
Estelar Santamar Santa Marta
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Estelar Santamar Centro Convenciones Santa Marta
Estelar Santamar Hotel Centro de Convenciones
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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Estelar Santamar Hotel & Centro de Convenciones?

Estelar Santamar Hotel & Centro de Convenciones provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For additional details, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Estelar Santamar Hotel & Centro de Convenciones?

As of Oct 28, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Estelar Santamar Hotel & Centro de Convenciones on Nov 17, 2025 start from $120.77, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to do near Estelar Santamar Hotel & Centro de Convenciones?

This hotel is situated in Bello Horizonte within a short 15-minute walk of Cape Turtle Beach. You'll also find Rodadero Beach and Zazue within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Estelar Santamar Hotel & Centro de Convenciones?

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

Is there a spa available at Estelar Santamar Hotel & Centro de Convenciones?

Spa services at the hotel include beach massages, body wraps, and facials.

Does Estelar Santamar Hotel & Centro de Convenciones include a casino?

No, Estelar Santamar Hotel & Centro de Convenciones doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Estelar Santamar Hotel & Centro de Convenciones?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there are 3 outdoor pools.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Estelar Santamar Hotel & Centro de Convenciones?

This beachfront hotel offers plenty of amenities for couples including 3 outdoor pools, a poolside bar, and a restaurant.

Does Estelar Santamar Hotel & Centro de Convenciones have a hot tub?

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

Does Estelar Santamar Hotel & Centro de Convenciones have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Estelar Santamar Hotel & Centro de Convenciones serves a cooked-to-order breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Mar de Leva.

Will Estelar Santamar Hotel & Centro de Convenciones allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at Estelar Santamar Hotel & Centro de Convenciones for a fee of USD 30 per pet, per night. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Does Estelar Santamar Hotel & Centro de Convenciones have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from Estelar Santamar Hotel & Centro de Convenciones?

The closest major airport to Estelar Santamar Hotel & Centro de Convenciones is Santa Marta (SMR-Simon Bolivar), which is 4.2 mi away (5 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Estelar Santamar Hotel & Centro de Convenciones?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Estelar Santamar Hotel & Centro de Convenciones.

Does Estelar Santamar Hotel & Centro de Convenciones offer wedding services?

If wedding bells are in your future, take advantage of the wedding venue at Estelar Santamar Hotel & Centro de Convenciones.

Estelar Santamar Hotel & Centro de Convenciones Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 256 out of 534 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 185 out of 534 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 61 out of 534 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 534 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 534 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

ana paola

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Las habitaciones son limpias y el servicio en el restaurante fue muy bueno. Sin embargo los precios de los platos que ofrecen para el almuerzo y cena son demasiado costosos. Lo que me parecio terrible fue que una masajista llamada "Janeth"que era parte del hotel y que hace masajes en la playa, me hizo un masaje el cual me dejo sin poder caminar al siguiente dia. Yo me deje hacer el masaje ya que uno de los trabajadores del bar Chiringuito me confirmo que la señora Janeth trabajaba para el hotel y que era de confiar. Yo me queje con la jefe de administracion. Ella me dijo que hablaria con las personas de Chiringuito. Al parecer la masajista fue contratada por el jefe de seguridad del hotel. Ella portaba el chaleco morado al igual que el resto del personal que trabaja en el hotel. Desafortunadamente, no me dieron ninguna ninguna respuesta. Tuve que pagar el.l servicio médico. Realmente no recomendaria este hotel a mis familiares ni amigos.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Thomas

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness
This hotel isn't managed well. We waited 10 minutes at the beach bar before 8 workers talking amongst themselves decided to serve us. Staff was friendly. Pool area was gross. We stayed 3 nights and the pool was never cleaned.
The pools had lots of algae growing on the bottom.
Leaves and other things that were never removed.
Pool area.  There's a lot of bird droppings that were never cleaned up over a 3 day stay.
Black mold on the toilet.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jorge

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The service was excellent, the hotel needs some iprovement in the rooms. Great location. The food was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

JUAN

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great beach and staff
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Larry

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Great hotel for the price. Staff was really friendly. Bar and food were good but service was slow. Great pool and huge sandy beaches. Noise from aircraft is irritating but not constant. Not a lot of outside the resort facilities nearby. Low cost friendly taxis always available. Would recommend for a family vacation spot.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Evaristo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Definitely i recommend, i will comeback..
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

José A

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

John

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Pierre

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
The hotel staff is very friendly and they do a lot to entertain the guests. The pools are small and dirty, and some of the facilities were closed and under maintenance, and it is high season.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

STELLA

Lot of mosquitoes around the lobby and hallways.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Eliana

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Francy

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
En servicio tal parece que tienen poco personal. Todos muy amables.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

David

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

JUAN

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great chill out music in the beach
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Anoop

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Britos Travel Agency, stamford

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pablo

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excelente estadia. Supero mis expectativas. Muy familiar. Tranquilo buena playa y buen bar/restaurante en la playa. Juan Carlos, jefe de servicios , muy atento y dispuesto a ayudar. Habitaciones comodas. Grandes. Excelente desayuno. Lejos, Bello Horizonte es la.mejor zona para hospedarte si vas a Santa Marta.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cómodo
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frederic

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a good time at this hotel, the food is amazing and the beach is probably the best part in this area. We will be back.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

SANDRA

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Compare with the price is very poor room, the pool was not working, we coul get a better place for that price
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Reception for checking in and out was very good. Service at the restaurant was excellent, especially for breakfast, and the food was good. The door to our room needed repair and was tended to quickly once we advised reception. The rooms are a bit dated but comfortable and clean, though the bathroom floor could have been better. One of the pools and the jacuzzi were closed for cleaning during our 3-day stay but the other pool was available and well maintained. Access to the beach is great, as is the service on the beach from the hotel. We will recommend and stay at this hotel again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Camilo

Traveled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel Good breakfast. Lunch wasn't good really plain pasta
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024