Arca Tayrona Restaurant & Hostal
Km 31 Sector Zaino, via Riohacha
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15 nights, 2 adults
Includes taxes and charges
15 nights, 2 adults
Includes taxes and charges
Why people book this hotel
“Very close to the main entrance of the TNP, very friendly staff (Julia was of gr…”
“Lovely staff”
“Also right next to the entrance to the national park (which unfortunately I wasn…”
“Great location, very clean rooms, beautiful views on the river and great attenti…”
“The back drop from my room into the jungle was amazing”
“Big clean basic room, great view on the river, very friendly staff and very good…”
“Room was comfortable and clean with balcony overlooking a river running just beh…”
“Great location, very clean and comfortable room with nice river view & bird watc…”
“Lots of wildlife close by with aracaris and parrots seen when by the pool”
“The pool is a great place to cool off after a hot hike”
“The breakfast included in the room rate was good”
“The staff are so friendly and welcoming, the room was so comfortable and spaciou…”
Overview
Situated in Santa Marta, 1.9 km from Castilletes Beach, Arca Tayrona Restaurant & Hostal features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. The property is set 34 km from Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino, 37 km from Santa Marta Gold Museum and 37 km from Santa Marta Cathedral. The hotel offers a Caribbean restaurant as well as free WiFi. At the hotel, all rooms are equipped with a balcony with a garden view. Featuring a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries, rooms at Arca Tayrona Restaurant & Hostal also boast a river view. At the accommodation rooms include bed linen and towels. Simon Bolivar Park is 38 km from Arca Tayrona Restaurant & Hostal, while Santa Marta Marina is 38 km from the property. The nearest airport is Simón Bolívar International, 47 km from the hotel, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
Traveller reviews
Pierrat
solo_traveller
May 28, 2026
“Very convenient place as a gateaway to the TNP, very pleasant staff”
Very close to the main entrance of the TNP, very friendly staff (Julia was of great help and very friendly…-:) Refreshing welcome drinks and opportunity to store the luggages during the time in the park.
John
couple
May 2, 2026
“Nice”
Excellent hotel close to the park entrance. Lovely staff. Nice balcony from which to watch birdlife
Joshua
solo_traveller
May 1, 2026
The back drop from my room into the jungle was amazing. It was great to watch and listen to all the wildlife and the river running right by the hotel. Also right next to the entrance to the national park (which unfortunately I wasn’t an able to do) but it’s a perfect location. Staff here were super good. I was extremely ill and they were very accommodating. Helping anyway they could.
Veronika
extended_group
April 19, 2026
Arca Tayrona was the best place during our journey in Colombia. Great location, very clean rooms, beautiful views on the river and great attention of the owner and staff. They made our stay very special! Thank you! We were very satisfied.
Ian
family_with_children
April 9, 2026
“Perfect stop before or after Tayrona NP”
Location just a couple of minutes walk to main Tayrona NP entrance so very convenient. Room was comfortable and clean with balcony overlooking a river running just behind. Lots of wildlife close by with aracaris and parrots seen when by the pool. Restaurant served decent food.
Ken
couple
March 18, 2026
“Close to the park and extremely nice staff”
Close location to the Tayrona Park. And extremely friendly, helpful and understanding staff
A.K.D
couple
March 11, 2026
“Great location”
Great location, very clean and comfortable room with nice river view & bird watching, good food option, right at the main entrance and bus stop both directions. We got a welcome drink and were able to check in as early as 9am to start our day hike in Tayrona.
Bram
solo_traveller
February 1, 2026
Great location and very friendly and helpful staff, recommend.
Chris
couple
January 29, 2026
Great location, lovely staff, good restaurant
Michael
couple
January 20, 2026
“Very good and clean option for a short stay.”
Big clean basic room, great view on the river, very friendly staff and very good restaurant , Location next to the entrance of the park
Maria
couple
January 10, 2026
Highly recommend staying at Arca, specifically if you intend to visit Tayrona Park. The hotel is located 2 min walking from the main entrance to the park. The staff is very very friendly, and helped us organize transportation from the airport. Food is also really good, we loved the cazuela we had for dinner:) The room was spacious, nice and clean - just note that this is located next to a National park, therefore, there’s lots of nature sounds the entire night.
Joeeeeee
couple
January 7, 2026
“Great hotel, we'll located for Tayrona.”
Great hotel opposite the El Zaino entrance to Tayrona National Park. The room was comfy and clean. The hotel is in a beautiful location and you can hear and see so much wild life from the hotel. The pool is a great place to cool off after a hot hike. The breakfast included in the room rate was good. We also ate dinner in the restaurant and were pleased to find four vegan options on the menu. The food was very tasty too.
Gloria
family_with_children
December 30, 2025
“9”
The hotel is 3 min walk from El Zaino Tayrona Park Entrance. The restaurant has amazing and good quality food (nomatter what you order). The room was spaceious, clean and comfortable. Tell you a secret: there is a river streaming down at the back of the hotel. Walk towards out the left to the sign till "24", then head inwards the jungle, just 5 min of a small hike and you have found a streaming river just for yourself for sunbathing, fresh cold water to splash around and nobody around you(!). The massage is also recommend. Mine was done by Sandra. Amazing experience!!
Ciaran
couple
October 25, 2025
“A real gem right on the doorstep of Tayrona Park”
- Comfortable, spacious, air-conditioned rooms located right at the El Zaino entrance to Tayrona Park. - The staff were really accommodating; we could leave our bags overnight while we camped in the park, and they even let us shower at the hotel when we returned! - The kitchen staff prepared us a packed lunch to bring into the park (paid separately). - During our stay, it was one of the staff’s birthdays and they even offered us a slice of cake! :) - Swimming pool facilities were also really nice!
Tiago
couple
October 4, 2025
“Friendly staff, clean and a perfect place to visit the tayrona park!”
A perfect place to stay if you want to visit Tayrona park. It is in front of the entrance and the hotel is clean, comfortable and the staff very friendly and helpful!
Monica
solo_traveller
September 11, 2025
“Would definitely visit again”
Everything! The staff are so friendly and welcoming, the room was so comfortable and spacious, the breakfast was delicious and location is amazing!
Linda
family_with_children
August 22, 2025
“Good value for money - Strategic location”
Very clean A 5 min walk from Tayrona El Zaino entrance The owner is extremely friendly, well organised, she knows everything Big swimming pool You even get a welcome drink!
Lale
solo_traveller
August 22, 2025
Really loved this place. The room was spacious and clean and also came with a terrace. The team was super friendly and their onsite restaurant rustled up delicious food fast. Most importantly for me, it’s located almost opposite one of the entrances to parque tayrona so no need to stay in areas such as Santa Marta and risk traffic.
Amelia
family_with_children
August 5, 2025
Close to Tyrona national park, friendly/welcoming reception staff, good aircon room
Rémy
couple
July 19, 2025
Amazing location just in front of Tayrona park main gate Very helpful staff Good restaurant
Facilities
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Food & Drink
Breakfast options, Restaurant
Food & drink safety
Physical distancing in dining areas, Delivered food is securely covered, All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
General
Bicycle parking, Air conditioning, Non-smoking rooms, Family rooms
Internet
Internet services, WiFi, Free WiFi
Outdoors
Outdoor pool, Garden, Terrace, Outdoor pool (all year)
Parking
Free parking, Parking, Parking on site, Private parking
Physical distancing
Contactless check-in/check-out, Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed
Pool and wellness
Swimming Pool
Safety features
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, First aid kit available, Access to health care professionals
Services
Airport shuttle (additional charge), Luggage storage, Airport shuttle
Transport
Airport pick up, Airport drop off
Superior Family Room
This family room is air-conditioned and features a private bathroom, tiled floors, a private entrance and a patio. The unit offers 3 beds.
Standard Double Room
This air-conditioned double room has a private bathroom, a private entrance, a tiled floor as well as a patio. The unit has 2 beds.
Superior Triple Room
This air-conditioned triple room features a private bathroom, a private entrance, a tiled floor as well as a patio. The unit offers 2 beds.
Classic Quadruple Room
The quadruple room features air conditioning, a private entrance, a balcony with garden views as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower. The unit has 3 beds.
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