Where to stay in Tayrona?
Still looking for accommodation? Don't forget to check out our favourite places to stay in Tayrona at the bottom of this page.
Our favourite places to stay in Tayrona
Tayrona National Park offers some of the best beaches in Colombia. There aren’t many places in the world where you can stay in the jungle and be close to amazing beaches.
The majority of accommodations are situated just outside of Tayrona National Park, making it easy to visit there. It’s a popular spot in Colombia, so make sure to book in advance or you’ll miss out on the best.
Check out our favourite accommodations to see if they’re still available:
Senda Watapuy - Treat Yourself
This is one hotel you’ll never forget. Senda hotels really know how to offer you the most luxurious and memorable stay possible.
The cabanas are a dream. Some of them even have their own private infinity pool! If these are not available anymore, nothing to worry about, the main pool is pretty incredible too. Not many people can say that they’ve stayed in such a beautiful place.
- Jungle-style retreat
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Bamboo cabanas with infinity pools
- Exceptional breakfast included
Double rooms cost $80+ per night
Senda Casa Tayrona Los Naranjos - Treat Yourself
This place books up fast! Once you see the pictures, you’ll realise why. It feels like you’re staying in your own private villa, due to the small number of rooms.
The views can’t get much better than this. One way you’re overlooking the turquoise sea, and behind you is a huge lake. The rooms are luxurious and spacious, also offering great views of the landscape.
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Incredible views
- Beach-style luxury rooms
- Delicious breakfast included
Double rooms cost $80+ per night
Senda Koguiwa - Mid Range
Senda Koguiwa is the kind of place we all dream about staying in. Staying here is the ultimate jungle retreat.
You will be surrounded by nothing but jungle, whilst sleeping in luxury thatched-roofed huts. Take a refreshing dip in their outdoor swimming pool, or visit their own lake and see the ducks.
Finish the day off with dinner at their delicious onsite restaurant. Things can’t get more perfect than this!
- Incredible value
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Luxury hut-style rooms
- Delicious breakfast included
Double rooms cost between $40-$80 per night
La Casablanca Tayrona House - Budget Friendly
Staying near Tayrona National Park doesn’t have to be expensive. La Casablanca is a budget-friendly option, but with all of the amenities of a mid-range hotel. It has a pool, spacious rooms, plenty of places to hang out and a great location.
The owner Juan will make your stay one that you won’t forget. That, coupled with the stunning surroundings of the hotel, will leave you relaxed and rejuvenated after your stay.
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Close to Tayrona National Park
- Amazing owner
- Delicious breakfast included
Double rooms cost between $20-$40 per night
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Hello!
Thank you for all the information, it was very helpful!
Do you know if the buses from Tayrona to Santa Marta operate on December 31th?
Thanks!
Hi Bruna! Unfortunately, we couldn’t confirm this with the bus company Cootransoriente Tayrona. They haven’t had any posts recently and their website and email aren’t working. We couldn’t confirm if they’re still operating.
If in case they’re not available on the 31st, you can also book this minivan option that you can book ahead for that day. Safe travels and enjoy your trip through Colombia!
Super dangerous to take the boat to tayrona Cabo San Juan. I am a strong swimmer and have taken many boats and have never been terrified for my life. My partner could not stop vomiting from motion sickness and many people were scared and sea sick. We decided to not do the return even having paid due to how dangerous and uncomfortable this option was also it took 2.5 hours despite them telling us it would only be 40 min
Hi Anne, I’m so sorry to hear about this bad experience of taking the boat to Tayrona National Park. The Caribean ocean can become quite rough on this route, but this sounds out of anyone’s comfort zone. I just updated the article to inform other travellers about your experience. I’m sorry we hadn’t emphasized this enough yet. On bright sunny days, it can be a gorgeous boat trip, but at least we can now also warn travellers about the downside of this option. Thanks a lot for taking the time to share your experience with other travellers and I hope you still had a good time exploring Tayrona National Park.
Thanks for writing this Anne as I was just about to go via boat to caba saun juan. I understand the only other alternative to is walk through the park to the beach. I was told it’s a two hour walk one way. If you didn’t take the boat back how did you exit the park?
Hi Keith, walking back from Cabo Saun Juan to Calabazo entrance will indeed take close to two hours. Other options are to go by horse or take the small bus operating from El Zaino. It’s best to organize a return from El Zaino as there is no fixed schedule for this bus.
Thank you, your information make the trip much more easy
Thanks for leaving a comment Mark. Happy to hear it was helpful! Safe travels!
thankyou for this great information this makes it much easier to travel to such a beatifull place .
Thank you Jimmmy! I’m glad to hear our guides were useful. Enjoy your holidays in Colombia.