Standard Triple Room
- Sleeping arrangements for 3 persons
- Shower
- Coffee machine
- Air conditioning
Hotel · Santa Marta (Magdalena) · Magdalena
Bonita Bay Concept Hotel By Xarm Hotels
A modern, compact hotel near Santa Marta's marina with sea views and a highly rated staff.
- True sea views from many rooms
- Central location near the marina and restaurants
- Praised breakfast with varied options
8.3
Great
838 reviews
Booking.com 8.3 · 838 reviews
About
Bonita Bay Concept Hotel By Xarm Hotels
Bonita Bay Concept Hotel By Xarm Hotels is a 4-star property in Santa Marta, Magdalena, Colombia, housed in the Edificio Tesoro Del Mar. With 19 rooms, it offers an intimate scale and a sea-facing position a short walk from the marina and Santa Marta Gold Museum. Its top guest scores for staff (9.1) and high marks for cleanliness and value point to a well-run, personal stay.
Rooms are modern and quiet, with options ranging from standard doubles to suites and a deluxe room with a balcony. Many have sea views, and all come with air conditioning, a coffee machine, and a shower. The hotel also runs a bowling alley and a terrace where guests watch port activity while sipping coffee.
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- No pets allowed
- 24-hour security
In brief
What works, what to weigh
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Strengths
4 reasons to book- Staff with a personal touch — Guests single out the team for being attentive and smiling, with one reviewer naming a staff member who went out of his way to ensure comfort. The Staff rating is the hotel's highest.
- Sea views and marina location — The hotel sits next to the marina, with many rooms and a terrace overlooking the water. Guests describe watching ships leave port and enjoying the bay view.
- Clean, modern and quiet rooms — Rooms are described as clean, spacious, and nicely decorated, with good quality bathroom products and strong air conditioning. The quietness adds to the comfort.
- Breakfast with atmosphere — The breakfast offers a varied range of items, presented well, and is served in a serene setting overlooking the beach.
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Worth weighing
3 to weigh- Compact property with limited rooms — With only 19 rooms, the hotel has a small scale that suits an intimate stay but may lack the facilities of larger resorts. No parking is listed on-site.
- Check-in hours are set — Check-in runs from 15:00 to 23:30, so late arrivals after 11:30 PM won't be accommodated, though the reception is 24-hour once you're in.
- Breakfast can be slow or limited for some — While most praise the breakfast, one reviewer gave a lower score overall, and the range, though 'wide', is not described as lavish. Early risers may find the service timing matters.
01 — Rooms
Rooms & rates
High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.
Suite
- 1 King-size bed
- Sea view
- Shower
- Coffee machine
- Air conditioning
Deluxe Room
- 1 King-size bed
- Sea view
- Shower
- Coffee machine
- Balcony
Standard Double Room
- 1 Double bed,1 King-size bed
- City view
- Shower
- Coffee machine
- Balcony
Junior Suite
- 1 King-size bed
02 — Amenities
Services & amenities
Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.
General
- Wi-Fi
- 24-hour reception
- Lift
- No smoking on site
- Air conditioning
- Heating
Room
- Mini-bar
- Flat-screen TV
- Coffee machine
- Safe deposit box
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Housekeeping
- Luggage storage
- Fax/Photocopying
Wellness
- Back massage
- Full body massage
- Foot massage
Family & Leisure
- Cots
- Bowling
Photos
Gallery
03 — Reviews
What guests say
Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.
Guest-rated 8.3/10 from 838 reviews
Booking.com · 8.3 · 838 reviews
8.3Verified guest“A truly great overall experience. Spotlessly clean with a gorgeous view of the bay. Excellent location right by the city center, close to good restaurants, the Colorado restaurant, and the beach. Also the bowling alley. The breakfast offered a wide range of food.”
8.3Verified guest“The staff were amazingly nice and the location perfectly comfortable — altogether a wonderful experience. It was spacious, cool, and with the view.”
8.3Verified guest“We stayed one night in this modern hotel and everything was great. The location was favourable in the center — right next to the marina with plenty of restaurants and a mall with food stores, including the Colorado restaurant.”
8.3Verified guest“We stayed one night in this ideal hotel, everything was great. The location by the sea front was favourable. The room was nicely decorated and spacious with good amenities — we thoroughly enjoyed it.”
8.3Verified guest“The breakfast had a lovely range of options, beautifully presented, in a serene setting overlooking the beach that enhanced the meal.”
8.3Verified guest“Large windows with beautiful views, clean facilities, and strong air conditioning.”
04 — Location
Getting around Santa Marta
The property sits in Santa Marta.
Santa Marta Gold Museum: Within walking distance of the hotel, this museum is a convenient stop for learning about the region's pre-Columbian gold work.
Marina and dining: The hotel sits adjacent to the marina, where guests can find a wide array of restaurants, including the 'Colorado' restaurant, plus a mall with food stores.
Canaveral: About a 10-minute drive away, this area offers additional beaches and attractions.
Cr 1C #15-7 Local 4A. Edificio Tesoro Del Mar, Santa Marta, Magdalena, 470004, Colombia
05 — Good to know
Policies & conditions
Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.
- Check-in
- From 15:00-23:30
- Check-out
- By 11:00
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
- Payment
- Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
- Pets
- Not allowed
- Property
- 19 rooms
06 — Questions
Frequently asked
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 15:00 to 23:30, and check-out is by 11:00.
Is parking available at the hotel?
The hotel does not list on-site parking. Guests are advised to plan for alternative parking options nearby.
Are pets allowed?
No, pets are not allowed at the property.
Does the hotel offer airport shuttle service?
Yes, a paid airport shuttle is available. The hotel can also assist with tours and tickets.
What breakfast options are available?
The hotel offers a breakfast with a wide range of food, and it's served in a setting overlooking the beach, as noted in guest reviews.
Do all rooms have sea views?
No. The Suite and Deluxe Room have sea views, while the Standard Double Room has a city view. The Standard Triple Room does not specify a view.
The bottom line
A solid choice for travellers who want a clean, modern base near Santa Marta's marina with strong air conditioning and a staff that makes a difference. Its small size and set check-in hours are minor trade-offs for the location and sea views.
8.3Best for couples and short stays who prioritise location and personal service over resort-style facilities.
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