Hotel Irotama Lago, Santa Marta (Magdalena) ~ Reviews, Room Choices & Prices 2025

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About the Resort

Km 14 Via Cienaga, Santa Marta (Magdalena), Colombia

Irotama Lago is a premier resort located in Santa Marta, Colombia, known for its stunning beachfront location and extensive recreational amenities. The resort provides a unique blend of comfort and nature, offering guests picturesque views and an array of marine activities. With its focus on family-friendly services and excellent dining options, Irotama Lago is designed for an unforgettable vacation experience.

Location

Irotama Lago is conveniently located 5 km from Simon Bolivar International Airport and close to various attractions like Centro Comercial Santorini Plaza and El Rodadero. The resort is easily accessible, providing a free shuttle service to the nearby city centers of Rodadero and Santa Marta.

Rooms

Irotama Lago features bungalows with a private bathroom, satellite TV, and a minibar. The accommodations include air-conditioned rooms, spacious layouts, and garden views, accommodating families and couples. Each room is equipped with modern amenities such as refrigerators and flat-screen televisions.

Eat & Drink

The resort offers dining at one of its nine restaurants, providing a variety of cuisines to cater to different tastes. Guests can enjoy signature dishes during breakfast and throughout the day, enhancing their dining experience in a relaxed atmosphere.

Leisure & Business

Guests can indulge in a range of recreational activities including access to 5 outdoor swimming pools, tennis courts, and a full-service spa. The spa offers massages, body treatments, and facials, along with a health club and sauna for relaxation and wellness.

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The resort provides a range of accommodations, including double rooms, family rooms, and suites, all with breakfast, free cancellations, and exclusive deals.

Double or Twin Room

Max:

2 persons

42 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Sea view

Shower

Coffee machine

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Superior Double or Twin Room

Max:

2 persons

49 m²

Bed options:

2 Single beds or 1 Queen-size bed

Sea view

Shower

Coffee machine

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Deluxe Quadruple Room

Max:

2 persons

105 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Sea view

Shower

Coffee machine

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City Centre

Santa Marta (Magdalena) 10.1 km

Airports

Simon Bolivar International (SMR) 4.3 km

Ernesto Cortissoz International (BAQ) 91.5 km

Facilities

Enjoy a range of amenities at the resort designed for your comfortable stay and remarkable experiences.

Accessibility Options

“The resort had excellent accessibility features, making it easy for everyone to enjoy the facilities.” view full review

Impressive Gym

“The gym had a great variety of equipment, allowing me to maintain my fitness routine with ease.” view full review

Comfortable Rooms

“The rooms were spacious and comfortable, providing everything I needed for a relaxing stay.” view full review

Delicious Buffets!

“The breakfast buffet offered an incredible range of fresh and tasty options that started my day on a high note.” view full review

General

Non-smoking rooms
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Lift
Currency exchange
ATM/Cash machine
Hairdresser
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre
Diving
Snorkelling
Tennis court
Table tennis
Mini golf
Aerobics

Services

Free airport shuttle
Pet amenities available
Room service
Housekeeping
Car hire
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance
Shops/Commercial services
Welcome drink

Dining

Restaurant
Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area
Picnic area/ Tables
Dinner
Special diet menus

Business

Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
Babysitting/Child services
Children's buffet
Board games
Water slides
Children's play area
Kids club
Game room

Spa & Leisure

Indoor swimming pool
Outdoor swimming pool
Beach access
Sun loungers
Entertainment
Sun terrace
Garden area
Spa & wellness centre
Sauna
Jacuzzi
Pedicure
Manicure
Waxing
Body scrub
Facial
Treatment room
Body wraps
Massage
Public Bath
Pool with view
Shallow end
Make up services

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-bar
Soundproofed rooms
Terrace
Garden furniture
Dining table
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Location

Km 14 Via Cienaga, Santa Marta (Magdalena), Colombia

Map view

Km 14 Via Cienaga, Santa Marta (Magdalena), Colombia

City landmarks

Zazue Shopping Centre

790 m

Shopping Area

Centro Comercial Zazue Plaza

930 m

Centro Comercial Zazue

820 m

Parroquia del barrio La Paz

930 m

Zazue

1.2 km

Mall

Centro Comercial Santorini Plaza

1.6 km

Centro Biblico Apostolico Soy la Puerta

2.2 km

Iglesia de Cristo Rey

2.2 km

Iglesia Evangelica Monte de Sios

2.5 km

Park

Nature Reserve Mamancana

2.8 km

Santa Marta

Cabo Tortuga

3.4 km

Iglesia Monte de Sanidad

3.0 km

La Buena Semilla

3.1 km

Iglesia trinitaria de poder Fuente de vida

3.2 km

Virgen de Santa Marta

3.6 km

Cra. 1 # 52

Playa Taganga

4.5 km

Church

Catedral de Santa Marta

4.8 km

Parroquia San Jacinto

4.5 km

Park

Sector Playa Salguero

4.6 km

Church

Iglesia San Jacinto de Gaira

4.5 km

Troncal Del Caribe km 41

El Saltillo

4.6 km

Mercafruver

4.8 km

Calle 14 No. 2-49

Alcaldia de Santa Marta

5.5 km

Rodadero Beach

6.0 km

Pozos Colorados

El Rodadero

9.0 km

Pozo Colorado

9.0 km

Nearby

Beach

Bello Horizonte Beach

580 m

Restaurants

Crepes & Waffles

1.2 km

116A-94 Carrera 7

Deluchi Pizza Por Metro

820 m

Carrera 7 #116A-94 CC Zazue Plaza

Yogen Fruz

820 m

Carrera 7a Santa # 116A-94 Local 1-65

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience. <br />

68%

liked the resort and would come back

6.8/10

Nice

Rooms

7.4

Location

6.6

Service

7.9

Dining

6.2

Dominic

United Kingdom, January 2025

7.2/10

The hotel boasts a beautiful location with stunning views of both the Caribbean Sea and the Cordillera Mountains. The rooms are modern and spacious, but I felt they could be a bit overpriced considering the offered services. The staff provided friendly and helpful service throughout my stay. However, the dining options left a little to be desired, and it wasn’t ideal having to navigate so many vendors on the beach.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were nice with a gorgeous view, but I felt the pricing was a bit on the higher side.

Service

9.0

The staff was incredibly friendly and well-educated, providing a superior service experience.

Location

7.0

The hotel is in a safe and clean area right in front of the beach, although it can get quite crowded.

Dining

5.0

Dining was average and a bit pricey, particularly the breakfast options, which could have been better.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were decent and included some nice amenities, but didn't stand out as exceptional.

Thomas

United States, December 2024

7.0/10

The hotel has a beautiful beach and modern rooms, though the vendors can be a bit disruptive. The service was attentive and friendly, which I really appreciated. However, the location can feel overwhelming with so many people trying to sell you things. Overall, it's a decent place for a vacation, but it might not be the most relaxing experience.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were modern with a comfortable king size bed, offering a lovely view.

Service

9.0

The service was very friendly and attentive, and I found the staff to be supportive and helpful at all times.

Location

6.0

The location is beautiful but can be frustrating due to the number of vendors constantly trying to sell you things, which can disrupt the serenity.

Dining

5.0

Dining options were quite pricey for what you get, and I found it inconvenient if you wanted to take an early flight or day tour.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were decent, providing basic amenities, but nothing particularly extravagant.

Virginia

United States, October 2024

6.6/10

I had a pleasant stay overall, enjoying the spacious rooms with stunning views of the Caribbean Sea and the mountains. The service was friendly, although I felt it could have been more attentive for a hotel rated as five stars. The location is a mixed bag; while it offers some nice views, it's also near a busy area that can get a bit noisy and congested. Dining options were decent at breakfast but didn’t offer as much variety throughout the day, which was a bit disappointing.

Rooms

8.0

The room was excellent with two bedrooms, a living room, and a balcony that had wonderful views. However, I noticed some lack of maintenance during my stay.

Service

6.0

Service staff were very accommodating, especially with my baby, but overall they lacked the attention that one would expect from a five-star hotel.

Location

5.0

The location is spacious, but it’s right next to the airport and coal port, which made it feel a bit contaminated and not very relaxing at times.

Dining

7.0

Dining options were pretty average, although breakfast was impressive with a wide range of hot and cold dishes. The lack of variety during other meals was a letdown.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were decent, but nothing particularly luxurious stood out during my stay.

Harper

United Kingdom, October 2024

6.2/10

My stay at Irotama Lagos had its highs and lows. The hotel has comfortable rooms, and the staff is friendly and helpful. However, the dining options fell short, and the location was quite frustrating due to the vendors around. Overall, it provided decent value for money but had room for improvement.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were comfortable; however, some were not very clean and had limited sea views.

Service

8.0

The service was quite remarkable, with friendly staff always ready to assist, although they seemed a bit confused about the opening times of various resort areas.

Location

5.0

The location was a bit annoying with vendors everywhere, making it hard to relax, and it was close to the airport and coal port, which created a contaminated atmosphere.

Dining

5.0

I found the dining experience to be disappointing; the variety of food was lacking, even though what was available was tasty.

Facilities

6.0

The facilities were acceptable but nothing extraordinary, making me feel there was a better experience to be had.

Jayden

United Kingdom, September 2024

7.6/10

The hotel offers beautiful and spacious rooms that provide a fantastic view, making it a lovely place to relax. The staff was very accommodating, though my experience with check-in wasn't ideal due to a rude employee. The location has its perks, being close to a shopping center, but it's marred by the proximity to the airport and coal port. Overall, it's good value for money with some room for improvement.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms are spacious and offer all amenities, plus a memorable view from the balcony.

Service

8.0

The staff was very accommodating and polite, especially with our family's needs.

Location

6.0

The hotel is conveniently located near a shopping center but is next to an airport and coal port, which detracted from the enjoyment.

Dining

7.0

Dining was quite good with a wide variety of food options available.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities were generally well-maintained, enhancing the overall experience.

Patricia

United Kingdom, September 2024

6.8/10

I had a mixed experience at this hotel. The location is great since it’s close to a shopping center and really convenient for exploring. The service was fantastic, with super friendly and attentive staff. But the rooms were outdated and not as comfortable as I had hoped, and the dining options were a bit pricey for what you get.

Rooms

5.0

The rooms were old and outdated, and I felt like they could have done better. I was also surprised that there was only one bottle of water provided.

Service

9.0

The service was wonderful; the staff were super-friendly and well-trained, always eager to help.

Location

7.0

The hotel is conveniently located within walking distance to a nice shopping center with great restaurants, but being next to the airport makes it a bit contaminated in terms of noise and air quality.

Dining

6.0

The dining was okay but not outstanding, and I found it to be quite pricey per person for what was offered.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were decent, but nothing particularly stood out as luxurious.

Jordan

United Kingdom, September 2024

7.0/10

I had a stay at a modern hotel that was conveniently located right in front of the beach, which was a fantastic perk. The rooms were clean and offered great views, but I was disappointed with the limited complimentary amenities provided. The service was a bit stiff; while I appreciated the airport shuttle, the overall atmosphere felt a bit uptight. The dining options were varied and delicious, but nothing really stood out as exceptional. Overall, I think the hotel is a solid choice but has room for improvement in several areas.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were modern and clean, offering a great view of the beach, but the amenities felt lacking with just one bottle of water provided.

Service

6.0

The service could be improved as the staff felt very uptight, although the airport shuttle service was a handy perk.

Location

7.0

The location is central and has beach access, but it can feel overwhelming due to vendors constantly trying to sell things.

Dining

8.0

The dining options were good with plenty of variety, though I wouldn't say they were outstanding.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel had nice facilities overall, but they didn’t go above and beyond in providing extras.

Danielle

United States, August 2024

7.6/10

The hotel had a great location being very central and just a few minutes from the airport, which made getting around super easy. My room was large, clean, and comfortable, but it wasn't what I originally booked. The service was friendly and accommodating, but I was disappointed to find that additional items like water were charged despite being on an all-inclusive package. Overall, it was a solid experience, but there were a few hiccups that kept it from being ideal.

Rooms

7.0

The room was large, clean, and comfortable, but it wasn't what I initially booked.

Service

9.0

The staff was very friendly and went out of their way to help, even fetching English language books for me.

Location

9.0

The hotel is centrally located and just a few minutes away from the airport, which is super convenient.

Dining

7.0

The dining options were quite good with a decent variety, but nothing really stood out as extraordinary.

Facilities

6.0

The facilities were adequate, but nothing luxury or particularly memorable.

Anna

United States, August 2024

7.2/10

I recently stayed at this hotel, and I have mixed feelings about my experience. The rooms were spacious, clean, and came with stunning views of the Caribbean Sea and the mountains, but unfortunately, they weren't what I initially booked. The staff was incredibly accommodating and friendly, especially when I needed help with my baby. The location right in front of the beach is fantastic, yet it’s a bit overwhelming with all the people trying to sell things. While the dining was average, I did enjoy the breakfast buffet, which had a decent selection. Overall, the hotel has great potential, but there are areas that could use improvement.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were large, clean, and comfortable, with amazing views, but they weren't what I booked.

Service

9.0

The service was incredible and very accommodating, especially with my baby.

Location

7.0

The hotel is right in front of the beach, which is great, but it can get frustrating with all the salespeople around.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was average, but the breakfast buffet was impressive with a wide range of hot and cold dishes.

Facilities

6.0

The hotel had decent facilities, but nothing overly luxurious stood out.

James

United States, July 2024

6.8/10

The hotel had a lot to offer with its modern amenities and comfortable living spaces. I found the staff to be very friendly and attentive. However, I did experience some issues with the service when it came to addressing complaints. The location is great, close to the beach, but it can get a bit overwhelming with all the vendors around. Overall, it's a solid choice for a relaxing getaway.

Rooms

8.0

I opted for the suite upon arrival and it was a modern upgrade with a comfortable king-size bed, which made my stay much better.

Service

6.0

While most staff were friendly and attentive, I found it frustrating when my complaint wasn't addressed personally at first.

Location

7.0

The location is quite nice, just a short walk to the beach, but I did find it frustrating with so many vendors trying to sell me things.

Dining

5.0

Dining was decent overall, but breakfasts could be improved; they were just average with not much variety.