Rating7.2
Rating7.1
Rating6.4Average
Based on 1.4k reviews
Exceptional Staff
Guests consistently laud the staff for their warmth, attentiveness, and helpfulness, contributing significantly to a positive experience.
Diverse and Delicious Dining
The variety and quality of the food, especially the buffet-style meals at breakfast and lunch, are highly praised for freshness and flavor.
Beautiful Beachfront Location
The resort's direct access to Pozos Colorados Beach, described as calm and beautiful, is a major highlight for relaxation and enjoyment.
Comfortable Accommodations
Many guests find the rooms and beds comfortable, providing a pleasant environment despite some notes on decor.
Engaging Entertainment
The nightly shows and live performances receive high marks for their variety and quality, offering enjoyable evenings for all guests.
Dated Room Decor
Some guests report that while clean and adequate, rooms appear outdated and could benefit from modern renovations.
Food & Drink Variety
While generally positive, a few guests wished for more diverse food options across the stay and expressed mixed satisfaction with cocktail quality.
Dinner Reservation System
The process for making reservations at the à la carte restaurants is sometimes cited as cumbersome or inconvenient.
Language Accessibility
International guests occasionally encounter language barriers with some staff members not fluent in English.
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The pirate ship isn't a decoration — it's a working two-story restaurant complex. Decameron Galeon's galleon replica houses both Rococo (seafood, ground level) and Panasiático (Asian, upper deck with live cooking shows), and it's the single feature that distinguishes this 244-room property from other mid-tier all-inclusives in Santa Marta. The resort sits directly on Pozos Colorados Beach, backed by Sierra Nevada foothills — a combination of flat calm water and mountain backdrop that's unusual on the Colombian coast.
This property works well for Colombian families, budget-conscious international travelers, and anyone using Santa Marta as a base for Tayrona National Park day trips. It is not for travelers expecting contemporary design: rooms are functional but dated, the fitness center hours are limited (8 AM–5 PM), and the spa offering is thin — essentially one massage room in the villa area. Guests who prioritize room quality or a quiet adults-only atmosphere should look elsewhere.
The honest drawback is the à la carte dinner reservation system. With only four specialty restaurants serving approximately 244 rooms and reservations required for each, competition for peak-evening slots is real. Guests who arrive without planning their dinner reservations for the week often end up at the Wayuu buffet by default. The buffet is well-regarded, but it defeats the purpose of having specialty options included in the rate.
Practical context: 244 rooms split across a semi-circular tower and 10 villa buildings. Standard rooms run around 161 sq ft and tower rooms include balconies; villas at 388 sq ft offer more space without views. Suites top out at 495 sq ft with sea or mountain views. All-inclusive covers meals at all venues, national-brand alcohol, non-motorized water sports (kayak, catamaran, water bikes, snorkel gear), daily activities, and nightly entertainment. The property is a 3-star by classification and priced accordingly — typically one of the most affordable all-inclusive options on this stretch of Colombian coast. Simón Bolívar Airport (SMR) is 3–8 km away, a 10–15 minute taxi ride.
High season in Santa Marta runs December through January and during Semana Santa (Holy Week). The shoulder months of May through June and September through October offer lower rates and thinner crowds without sacrificing weather — the Sierra Nevada creates a drier microclimate here than on other parts of the Caribbean coast. Tayrona National Park requires advance entry reservations and a yellow fever vaccination; the resort's Decameron Explorer desk in the lobby can help arrange the transfer.