Hotel Boutique Don Pepe

4.0 star property
Travelers enjoy poolside relaxation at two stylish bars or rejuvenate with spa treatments at this upscale retreat near Santa Marta's historic cathedral

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Hotel Boutique Don Pepe, near Santa Marta Cathedral, offers a complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast and daily manager's reception. Guests enjoy two poolside bars, spa treatments, and outdoor pools. The nearby Tairona Gold Museum provides an enriching excursion.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is ₹16,537
₹16,537 total
27 May - 28 May

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About this property

Hotel Boutique Don Pepe

  • Upscale boutique hotel near Santa Marta Bay
  • Located close to Tairona Gold Museum and Parque de los Novios, Hotel Boutique Don Pepe provides 2 poolside bars, a free daily manager's reception and a terrace. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a body scrub, a hot stone massage or a body treatment. In addition to a garden and a library, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
    • 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool, along with sunloungers
    • Free self-parking
    • A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), multilingual staff and a front desk safe
    • A computer station, smoke-free property and free newspapers
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms at Hotel Boutique Don Pepe feature comforts, such as premium bedding and pillow menus, in addition to perks, such as air conditioning and bathrobes.
  • Other amenities include:
    • Hairdryers and shampoo
    • Wardrobes/cupboards, ceiling fans and daily housekeeping

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Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 AM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 4 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for COP 160000.0 per day.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • New Year's Day (1 January) Gala Dinner per adult: COP 280000
  • New Year's Day (1 January) Gala Dinner per child: COP 200000 (from 2 to 13 years old)
  • You may be required to pay the following charge at the property: Colombia value-added tax (VAT) at 19%. A VAT exemption is available to travellers who present a valid passport and tourist visa showing that they are not a resident of Colombia and who pay using a foreign card or via a bank transfer from outside Colombia. This exemption only applies to tourist package bookings (accommodation plus other travel services).

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: COP 40000 per vehicle (maximum occupancy 4)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: COP 5000 (from 5 to 10 years old)
  • Rollaway bed fee: COP 160000.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Property Registration Number 29503

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
If you are travelling with a child, your property may require you to present the following documents: parents travelling into Colombia with a child under 18 may be required to present the child's birth certificate and photo ID (passport for non-Colombian citizens) at check-in. If a relative or legal guardian is travelling into Colombia with the child, that relative or legal guardian may be required to present a notarised consent of travel signed by both parents and a copy of both parents' ID. If only one parent is travelling into Colombia with the child, that parent may be required to present a notarised 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.
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Boutique Don Pepe have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Boutique Don Pepe?

As of 24 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Boutique Don Pepe on 27 May 2026 start from ₹16,537, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Hotel Boutique Don Pepe pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Hotel Boutique Don Pepe?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hotel Boutique Don Pepe?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 AM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Hotel Boutique Don Pepe?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Does Hotel Boutique Don Pepe provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of COP 40000 per vehicle applies.

Where is Hotel Boutique Don Pepe located?

Located in Historic Center, this boutique hotel is steps away from Santa Marta Bay and Tairona Gold Museum. Santa Marta Cathedral and Parque de los Novios are also within 5 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 91 out of 126 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 126 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 126 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 126 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 126 reviews

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Mariel A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms was clean nice!!, staff was great and attentive respectful, breakfast was great loved the Cayeye. like the jacuzzi on the roof, roof deck was great. The views from the 3 floor were great. Location next to all the good restaurants, attractions and everything you want to see walking distance. Bracket es down the block.
Cayeye
Hotel pool
Hotel
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Best in Santa Marta

Absolutely stunning hotel. Great location with many restaurants and shops nearby. The staff was incredible. Cannot wait to visit again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steffen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome place to stay with an amazing touch of uniqueness. Stayed there for two nights without a single touch point for complaints. Staff is awesome sand friendly as well. Hotel is within walking distance to harbour, restaurants and cafes. Definitely deserves a 5 star recommendation!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, clean, well-air conditioned, and impressive all around.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved this boutique hotel! It is the perfect location to explore downtown Santa Marta and the beach/broadwalk is two blocks away. The food was great! Wonderful breakfast. The staff were incredibly friendly and attentive. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel Boutique Don Pepe is amazing! The staff is extremely helpful and friendly. I absolutely loved it there and I will be back for sure. Everything was very clean and there were several nice places to relax. The food was also amazing and the breakfast was my favorite part.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very good option in the old city

Very good hotel in the old city. On the first night, we had some issues with the air-con, but they upgraded us the next night. soundproof windows, which is important, excellent service, and a good breakfast. Would stay there again without hesitation.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Little gem in old Santa Marta

Hotel Don Pepe is definitely a touch of luxury in the middle of historic Santa Marta. While this isn’t directly on the beach, it’s 2 minute walk to the main beach promenade. Additionally, it’s incredibly close the main pedestrian activity of the town. I’d say the winning feature of the hotel is the incredibly attentive service and how friendly the staff was. We stayed here for 5 nights and were certainly sad when we needed to leave.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Perfect staff and location, gorgeous building. Staff made us feel like valued family members! Senior Perez doted on us at breakfasts (which were delicious) and was so kind - he even packed up a huge lunch for us to take hiking! When one of our excursions failed to pick us on on time, the front desk phoned the excursion company and when the driver did come, THREE staff members came out to scold him and even wrote down the license number for our added safety! Hotel itself is a historic landmark (Simon Bolivar's remains were held in the dining room for a short period!) and our room was spacious, comfortable, lots of AC. Location of hotel is perfect - just a minute from the boardwalk, five minutes from the pier where excursions depart, and one minute from the "zona restaurante" which is full of vendors and all kinds of restaurants and bars (including vegetarian options). A few things to note about the room: there isn't an elevator, so unless you are on the ground floor, you need to be ok with stairs; you won't get a steaming hot shower (common issue in Colombia); our room had a rather "open" bathroom (with a frosted glass partition but no door for full privacy). Also note that the rooftop pool is really used by pigeons - it would be nice if the hotel kept it covered so it would be clean for guests - but the lobby pool is very sweet, especially in the morning when it is partially in sun (but is not heated so not so lovely in the evening when it is in shade). Great pina coladas!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This was by far the best hotel I have stayed in,in Colombia and many other countries by a long shot. The place is absolutely stunning. The room was large and very comfortable. One of my favorites was the rainfall shower! The breakfast, included in the price, was delicious. From the freshly squeezed orange juice to the fresh food plate and the breakfast entrees. Perhaps one of the things I appreciated most was the staff. From the moment we entered the hotel, they were amazing. We received a tour of the facility and of the room! Everyone always had a smile on their face whenever we left the hotel and greeted us warmly when we arrived back from an outing. Santa Marta was a memorable trip, made even better because of Hotel Boutique Don Pepe and the wonderful accommodation and staff. Would definitely recommend this hotel and look forward to staying there again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David Mitchell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a charming special hotel. Everything great. It is an old colonoal era buiding that was first renovated by Don Pepe for his family and then renovated by one of his sons was an architect. Oir room had q balcony over looking the inner courtyard. Air conditioning, and Direct TV with CNN as the only English language xhannel of you want to subjectnl yoirself to the horrors of times and CNN sensationalism on vacation. The staff were super helpful with top notch service. They even reminded us when it was time to leave to make our dinner reservations Breakfast was very good. I had the cayeye which was the banana mixture with cheese. Its better than my description. Delicious bread location is great. Terrific restaurants nearby .
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay!

The stay was absolutely amazing the staff recomended us to watch the sunset on the roof and it was absolutely breathtaking. We decided to eat at the restraunt downstairs and their food was out of this world!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was fantastic. 10 out of 10.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gabriel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel highly recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Graeme

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thanks to all the team, it was amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
amazing hotel amazing people
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful and unique place. Will stay here every time i visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Best Hotel in Colombia

Everything was amazijg, service, the room, the people..wow one of the best hotel stays i have ever had
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellant

Stayed many times in Santa Marta over last 5 years. Will always come back to this traditional beautiful hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
From the moment we arrived we were greeted with a smile and were attended to in a way we’ve never been attended to before. This hotel stay has been my favorite of all hotels I’ve ever stayed in. The staff is incredible, from reception to kitchen, to housekeeping. They were super helpful and went above and beyond to ensure we had a wonderful stay. I can’t recommend Hotel Boutique Don Pepe enough!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Peter

Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Best choice you have in the historic zone

Staff is trying very hard to make you feel comfortable but lack on the details. No hot water when we arrived. Forgot wake up call for our excursion. Roach in the bath room for 2 days. Took out used glasses from our room but never replaced them. Food was regular. Cant beat the location though. Right in the center. Nice terrace on the roof. Poor selection for drinks.
Verified

8/10 Good

Lina Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excelente ubicación, muy buenas instalaciones, servicio del personal excelente. Nos encantó, volveré
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Gilles Jr

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bel endroit mais bruyant dû à l’emplacement
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Francy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

De lo mejor de Santa Marta

El hotel está muy bien ubicado, la vista desde la terraza es agradable y el restaurante ofrece muy buenas opciones
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Que bonito lugar El Centro.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025