Beach Hotels in Minca

Booked 3 nights at Casa Maracuya, ended up staying for 6 nights and I never wanted to leave. This hostel is absolutely perfect for so many reasons. It’s a 5 minute walk to town, but at the hostel you feel like you’re really in the middle of nature. It’s so peaceful, quiet and beautiful, with the river and sunset viewpoint being right there too, an added bonus. It’s got a great kitchen, the rooms and common areas are cleaned daily, and there’s a filtered/drinking water tap. I loved staying here, and will definitely be back!

Great hotel close to everything! Super clean, comfy and warming. The staff was super nice, they event let us leave our baggages for 2 days while we went to Tayrona park. The jacuzzi at night is super relaxing.

The hotel, the restaurants, the pool the people working there. Everyone very helpful and lovely.

Great place to stay, nice people

Awesome place! Girl from front desk is beautiful!!

Everything was exceptional. First of all the staff should be mentioned because they all gave a great service. The garden, beach, the pools all was magnificent. I can only think positive about Irotama.

Staff was extremely friendly and helpful. They really Made a difference. Love the HUGE swimming pool.

Very nice place, well located in the historic part of the city. Great value for the price. Staff is very kind and very good breakfast. We would return without a doubt.

A Home Away from Home in Santa Marta – Highly Recommended! Sana Mar was meant to be just a short stop on our journey—but what started as a two-night stay quickly turned into five because we kept wanting to come back! The warm, welcoming atmosphere and family-like feeling made it hard to leave. The hostel is perfectly located — just a 10-minute walk to the beach, five minutes to food courts and a supermarket, and only 15 minutes to Mercado Público, where all major buses to Minca, Tayrona, and Palomino depart. It’s the perfect base for exploring the region. A true highlight of our stay was the hospitality of host Justin and the amazing chef Natalie. Every day, a freshly prepared menu is available, offering delicious and varied dishes such as Baba Ganoush, eggplant lasagna, and curries. While we couldn’t try everything, it was clear that food is a real passion here. There’s also a great breakfast and a communal kitchen for those who like to cook. The rooms are comfortable, equipped with fans and windows for fresh air. And if you’re lucky, you might get to try one of Justin’s love-made kombuchas—an exclusive treat that reflects the care and dedication poured into every aspect of the hostel. The hostel staff speaks Spanish, with Justin also fluent in English and Natalie speaking both English and German, ensuring easy communication for international guests. Another great service is the option to store your backpack while exploring nearby highlights like Minca or Tayrona, making it easy to travel light and return without hassle. Beyond just accommodation, Sana Mar stands for “Healing the Sea.” Staying here not only enhances your trip but also supports a meaningful project that trys to help reduce plastic waste in the oceans. We loved our time here and would come back in a heartbeat — highly recommended! Best, Chris and Thomas

Really friendly staff Beautiful spacious rooms and communal area Close to the beach and to restaurants Safe neighborhood