Immerse yourself in the Historic Center at Casa Bugambilia, where you can unwind by the poolside bar or stroll through the lush garden. Take advantage of dry cleaning and laundry services, enjoy express check-in and tour/ticket assistance while staying connected with in-room WiFi.
Casa Bugambilia offers a fantastic location, putting you just a 5-minute walk from Parque de los Novios. Guests indulge in spa services, then grab a bite to eat at the restaurant. There's an outdoor pool and a poolside bar, and in-room conveniences at this Colonial hotel include microwaves and kitchen islands.
Languages
English, Spanish
More about this property
VISIBILITY
At a glance
Hotel size
10 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in time starts at 3 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is noon
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property for check-in information
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
Parents must have child's birth certificate and photo ID*
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
Pets stay free
Food and water bowls and litter boxes available
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
No onsite parking
Transfers
Airport shuttle (available 24 hours)*
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Property amenities
Food and drink
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Poolside bar
Room service
What to do
Beach nearby
Services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Facilities
Garden
Terrace
An outdoor pool
Spa services
Colonial architecture
ROOM
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Minibar
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Premium bedding
What to enjoy
Individually decorated
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Shower only
Soap and shampoo
Hair dryer (on request)
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Mini-fridge
Microwave
Kitchenette
Stovetop
Griddle
Cookware, dishes, and utensils
Dishwasher
Kitchen island
Paper towels
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
Mobile key entry
Guidebooks/recommendations
Restaurant dining guide
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Special features
Spa
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services.
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Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
You may be required to pay VAT (19%) at the property. Nonresident travelers who pay using a foreign card or bank transfer and present a valid passport and tourist visa may be exempt from value-added tax (19%) on tourist package bookings (accommodation plus other travel service).
Optional extras
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of COP 80000 per vehicle (roundtrip, maximum occupancy 4)
Renovations and closures
The property is closed during December, November, October, September, August, and July.
Children & extra beds
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 citizens) 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.
Policies
There is no hot water on site.
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Also known as
Casa Bugambilia Hotel Santa Marta
Casa Bugambilia Hotel
Casa Bugambilia Santa Marta
Casa Bugambilia
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Frequently asked questions
Is Casa Bugambilia currently open?
The property is closed during December, November, October, September, August, and July.
Does Casa Bugambilia offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Casa Bugambilia does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Casa Bugambilia?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Casa Bugambilia?
Yes, pets stay free. Food and water bowls and litter boxes are available.
Is parking offered on site at Casa Bugambilia?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Casa Bugambilia.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Casa Bugambilia?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is COP 80000 per vehicle roundtrip.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Casa Bugambilia?
You can check in starting at 3 PM. Check-out time is noon. Express check-in is available.
What is there to do at Casa Bugambilia and nearby?
Casa Bugambilia has an outdoor pool and spa services, as well as a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Casa Bugambilia?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
Does Casa Bugambilia have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?
Yes, a kitchenette is available in every room, and also includes a stovetop, a dishwasher, and a microwave.
What's the area around Casa Bugambilia like?
Casa Bugambilia is a short 4-minute walk from Parque de los Novios and 8 minutes' walk from Santa Marta Beach.
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Casa Bugambilia Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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9.0/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
7.4/10
Amenities
8.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Very good
Jul 24, 2023
Good
Sean
Sean, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 2, 2024
Extremely helpful front desk lady. Helped reserve our rental car and allowed late checkout without cost. Breakfast was great. Simple eggs, toast and fruit, but the added fruit smoothie was a real treat that we didn't expect! Comfy bed and cool ac. No hot water in shower, but the water is temperate in Santa Marta so this is not an issue for us. I would definitely recommend, the price is very reasonable compared to other hotels and airbnbs.
Alicia
Alicia, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jan 21, 2025
Lucas
Lucas, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 19, 2024
To be clear, this is not a hotel in the truest sense. The staff are usually all gone by 6pm and access to the building is by security code only. Having said that, this is my 2nd stay here because of its friendly and helpful staff, as well as its closeness to the beach, nightlife and shopping. I will stay here again.
Owen
Owen, 8-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 23, 2024
This is not a hotel, there is staff but they leave by 7 pm. When I arrived, I had to wait an hour for a guest to phone a staff member to come and check us in. Having said that, the property is great and all of the staff are hardworking and friendly. I would stay here again, but be aware that this is not a hotel in the truest sense of the word.
Owen
Owen, 4-night trip
8/10 Very good
Mar 8, 2024
Staff was amazing and they made my stay memorable. Felt like a family environment which made me feel safe. You can easily walk to restaurants and bars. The Exito thats 3 minutes walking was a huge help for anything you need. I will say that my room was pretty hot even with the A/C on and windows open so keep that in mind.
Jim
Jim, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 29, 2024
The stay was pleasant, I totally recommend visiting them since they offer a good value to the money and also accept pets without issues.
The only warning is: be careful when arriving at night, the zone is lonely and can be dangerous, even if "Parque de los novios" is close to the location.
Apart from that I really liked in my stay in the hotel. Thanks for your services.
Antonio
Antonio, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
Jan 28, 2024
Falta un poco
Verified traveler
2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jan 8, 2021
Well located and cheap.
Clean and simple. Good value for money.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 18, 2019
Thomas
Thomas, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 27, 2019
Clean.
Nicely remodeled.
Great location.
Rooftop pool and dining area were truly phenomenal.
Peter
Peter, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Mar 28, 2019
Lovely staff. Hotel didn't live up to expectations - it is old, mattresses are hard and noisy location. However, it is clean. Hotel is close to old town which has lots of neat little restaurants but is not worth visiting.
Robin
Robin, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 29, 2018
Great place in Santa Marta
Stayed here before and after a night in Tayrona. Great staff and clean/spacious rooms. Downsides: hard bed and loud at night due to the convenient location.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 29, 2018
Best hotel service
The service here was amazing. Matteo helped us to plan our trip to Tayrona, printed our boarding passes for our flights, arranged transport to the airport, and provided suggestions for food/entertainment. Hotel is clean and room was spacious. Rooftop pool is amazing. Only negatives are that it's loud at night (a trade-off given the convenient location) and the beds are super hard. Apparently they are orthopedic so some people might like that, but it's not my preference at all. Can easily walk to restaurants and the main bar area of Santa Marta from the hotel.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 21, 2018
fijn hotel op loopafstand van parque de los novios
Prima hotel met zwembad op dak van t hotel een een goed ontbijt.
nadeel is dat t wat gehorig is, vanwege de airco units. Pas 2 jaar jong zodat alles comfortabel is
Verified traveler
3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 4, 2018
Very nice small hotel with spacious rooms and beautiful views from comfortable roof top patio. Staff was extremely helpful and breakfasts were delicious, fresh fruit and juice and made to order eggs. Located on pedestrian only street.
Verified traveler
4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 3, 2017
Nice spacious room in the city centre
Was a nice clean room and comfortable bed. It’s well located. You have a warm shower and breakfast on the roof top was also very nice. There was a power short cut due to rain in the whole street, not the fault of the hotel. Can recommend the place. Good value for money
Verified traveler
1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 31, 2017
Buen hotel para descansar
Hotel pequeño, remodelado recientemente, cómodo y limpio, la zona no es muy agradable por ser en el centro de Santa Marta pero hay la ventaja de lo central y el transporte. La piscina es mas bien un jacuzzi grande. La ubicación del televisor en las habitaciones es incómoda, están en un soporte pegado a la pared con lo que es bien difícil verlo acostado en la cama. Con un soporte equalizable lo podrían solucionar.
Jorge
Jorge, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 25, 2017
Excelente servicio
Disfrutamos la estancia. Excelente atencion y servicio.
Muy Recomendable
Jose Alberto
Jose Alberto, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 22, 2017
Yes!
We loved our stay in Casa Bugambilia! The room was comfortable and clean! Perfect location. But by far the best part of the hotel is the staff... if you really want to feel like home this is the perfect place to be.
Claudia
Claudia, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 12, 2017
Very nice hotel with a helpful staff, a/c , desent breakfast and good location. Good value for money paid. Jose was especially helpful.
Verified traveler
4-night trip
6/10 Good
Mar 1, 2017
Never seen a hotel without closets
Never seen a hotel without closets.
Smelled of humidity, ants via the sliding patio door.
I had an eight day reservation, but left sfter the first day. Will only receive half of my money back, oh well. Serves me right for looking for the cheapest.
Elias
6/10 Good
Dec 26, 2016
hotel cómodo y limpio
buen lugar muy cómodo ylimpio. Sin embrago un poco costoso
Sandra
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 18, 2016
gran ubicación, excelente hotel
hotel con excelente ubicación, cerca del parque de los novios, donde encuentras restaurantes, bares. a pocos pasos de la zona centro.
el personal muy agradable, te resuelve cualquier duda. ofrece servicio de piscina la cual al final de una gran caminata te ayuda a relajarte.
nos encanto el hotel, la habitación un toque de urbano, limpio y comodo.
adicional, incluye el desayuno, con jugo, huevos al justo y excelente cafe...
volveriamos sin dudarlo
Luisa Margarita
6/10 Good
Oct 4, 2016
This is a new hotel. Very noisy if you have a room next to the Calle. For Santa Martra good value for money spent. All staff A 1. Only complaint is the bed for the 3rd person is a fold down seat. This is not so good for extra person.