El Rodadero beach neighborhood in Santa Marta Colombia near vacation rentals Hero photo · El Rodadero

Neighborhood

Two blocks from the water. The rest is a walk.

El Rodadero is one of Santa Marta’s main beach areas. The beach is about two blocks from the apartment.

Walk over for a swim, a sunset, or a whole day.

There is a lot nearby. Restaurants, coffee shops, supermarkets, pharmacies, ATMs, and small local stores are all within walking distance. Gran Centro Comercial Arrecifes is close too if you need groceries, shopping, or a quick meal. Ten minutes away, there is also the Centro Comercial Zazue.

It is a busy area, especially on weekends, holidays, and at night. You will see families, visitors, beach vendors, and people out for dinner. That is part of the Rodadero experience.

Rodadero Beach shoreline two blocks from a Santa Marta apartment rental Placeholder · Rodadero Beach
Rodadero Beach is a short stroll from the apartment — morning swims and sunset walks, two blocks from your door.

Getting around

Most of Rodadero is on foot.

On foot

The beach is about two blocks away. Nearby restaurants, cafés, supermarkets, pharmacies, ATMs, and Gran Centro Comercial Arrecifes are all within walking distance.

Taxi or app

Taxis are easy to find. You can also use ride-hailing apps where available. Ask the driver to confirm the fare before leaving.

Farther out

For Santa Marta’s historic center, Taganga, Minca, Tayrona National Park, or the airport, a taxi or private driver is usually the easiest option.

One parking space is available for guests traveling with a car. Confirm parking instructions before arrival.

Day trips

From this corner of the coast.

Taxis are easy to find. From here, you can visit:

Historic center

Santa Marta’s historic center, usually easiest by taxi or private driver.

Taganga

The neighboring bay, a short ride from Rodadero.

Minca

Cooler mountain air above the city.

Tayrona National Park

A taxi or private driver is usually the easiest way there.

Playa Blanca

A beach trip from Rodadero.

The aquarium

Also an easy outing by taxi.

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