Guests and pets
- Minimum check-in age
- 18 years
- Pets
- Not allowed
Blu Hotel by Tamaca
★★★★4.4 Very good on Google MapsSanta Marta
Visitor rating
4.4out of 5Very good4.4/5 · 1,019 reviews on Google
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Given by the hotel’s visitors on Google Maps; it is not the star class.
Highlights
- Free Wifi
- Car Parking - Onsite Free
- Check-in
- 15:00
- Check-out
- 11:00
In the hotel’s local time.
Popular amenities
- High Speed Internet
- Beach Sun Loungers
- Beach Umbrellas
- Restaurant
- Airport Shuttlethe hotel’s own service; not arranged by us
- Airport Shuttle (Extra Charge)the hotel’s own service; not arranged by us
About this property
Blu Hotel by Tamaca is a 4-star hotel in Santa Marta, Colombia. Its amenities include Free Wifi, Car Parking - Onsite Free. Check-in starts at 15:00 and check-out is until 11:00, in the hotel’s local time.
Blu Hotel by Tamacá, located in El Rodadero, Santa Marta, is within walking distance of Rodadero Beach and Mundo Marino Aquarium. It offers 61 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars, satellite TV, safes, desks, and bathrooms with showers and hair dryers. Guests can enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi, concierge services, a fitness center, and a terrace. Dining options include RESTAURANTE ARRECIFES and room service (limited hours), with continental breakfast available daily for a fee. The hotel provides a business center, 3 meeting rooms, a 24-hour front desk, and dry cleaning/laundry services. An airport shuttle is available for a surcharge. The hotel is near Arrecife Shopping Center and approximately 10 miles from Tayrona National Natural Park. Please note: 1. Pet Policy Only one (1) pet per room is allowed, with a maximum weight of 15 kg, and only in exceptional cases when the guest provides a valid emotional support certificate and an up-to-date vaccination record. The pet's admission must be requested and approved by the hotel in advance and is subject to a charge of COP 100,000 per night, including VAT (subject to change without prior notice). 2. Infants It is important to emphasize that infants are children aged 0 to 4 years old and receive complimentary accommodation only. The complimentary stay does not include meals. Therefore, for reservations that include a meal plan, the infant's meals are not included. 3. Registration Documents All guests must present their original identification document at check-in. For minors, the corresponding identification document must be presented, and they must be accompanied by their parents. If traveling with another adult, they must carry a notarized authorization letter signed by their parents, and a copy must be provided at check-in. Presentation of this documentation is mandatory for the minor to be accommodated. 4. VAT Exemption for Non-Resident Guests It is very important to specify in the reservation confirmation that the VAT exemption applies only to non-resident guests who present their ID card or passport, together with an entry stamp into the country dated no more than 90 days prior, and an active tourism permit. Additionally, it must be clearly stated that the exemption applies only to VAT. The IPC tax/fee is mandatory for all reservations that include a meal plan, regardless of whether the guest qualifies for the VAT exemption.
Amenities and services
Internet
- Free Wifi
- High Speed Internet
Pools and wellness
- Beach Umbrellas
Food and drink
- Bar
- Beach Sun Loungers
- Restaurant
- Room Service - 24 Hours
Parking and transport
- Airport Shuttlethe hotel’s own service; not arranged by us
- Airport Shuttle (Extra Charge)the hotel’s own service; not arranged by us
- Airport Shuttle Available (Surcharge Applies)the hotel’s own service; not arranged by us
- Car Parking - Onsite Free
Hotel services
- Elevators
- Laundry Service
Rooms and comfort
- Air Conditioning
More amenities and services
- Cctv/Security
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Rooms
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Policies
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CheckIn instructions
• 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 • The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply). Guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination. Guests providing vaccine records must have received complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 1 days prior to check-in.
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Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property: • Residents must pay VAT (19%) at the property. Travelers on a tourist visa are generally not required to pay VAT. VAT exemption eligibility will be assessed at the property and travelers may need to present their passport and tourist visa. The VAT may be charged where the room is shared by a taxable and non-taxable guest. We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
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Optional fees
• Fee for continental breakfast: approximately COP 24000 for adults and COP 24000 for children • Airport shuttle fee: COP 35000 per person • Airport shuttle fee per child: COP 35000 (from 5 to 12 years old) The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
Know before you go
• If you are traveling with a child your property may require you to present the following documents: Parents traveling into Colombia with a child under 18 may be required to present the child's birth certificate and photo ID (passport for non-Columbian visitors) upon check-in. If a relative or legal guardian is traveling into Colombia with the child, that relative or legal guardian may be required to present a notarized consent of travel signed by both parents and 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 who plan to travel with children should consult with a Colombian consulate office prior to travel for further guidance. • One child 4 years old or younger stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding. • Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms. • No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property. • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available. • At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination. • Guests providing vaccine records must have received complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 1 days prior to check-in.
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FAQs about the hotel
What are the check-in and check-out times at Blu Hotel by Tamaca?
Check-in starts at 15:00 and check-out is until 11:00, in the hotel’s local time.
Is there Wi-Fi at Blu Hotel by Tamaca?
Yes, the hotel lists Free Wifi among its amenities.
Is there parking at Blu Hotel by Tamaca?
Yes, the hotel lists Car Parking - Onsite Free among its amenities.
Are pets allowed at Blu Hotel by Tamaca?
No, the hotel does not allow pets.
What is the minimum check-in age at Blu Hotel by Tamaca?
Guests must be at least 18 to check in.
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