Hotel San Miguel Imperial

The Cathedral of Santa Marta was founded in 1765, although the first one built of mud and palm, was made by our founder Don Rodrigo de Bastidas, and was located in the current Bank of the Republic, but in this place were easy targets for pirates , so it was moved and constructed of more resistant material; its design was created by Juan Cayetano Chacón. In this are the remains of the founder of the city and the heart of the liberator Simón Bolívar delivered by the Venezuelans in 1842. The Cathedral is considered a valuable piece in the colonial architecture of the cathedrals. Pirate attacks, earthquakes, rising Manzanares River, clashes within conservatives and liberals are the historical facts that remain within its walls.
Located: Carrera 4 No. 16-02 Historic Center. Just five minutes walk from the hotel you can visit this beautiful monument, full of history and local culture.

Our natural wonder, has 15,000 hectares that contain a natural wealth, beautiful beaches, flora and wildlife, a must visit destination when arriving to the city.
Tayrona National Park is located 34 km from Santa Marta, its beautiful landscape is composed of lush vegetation, big volcanic rocks and crystal clear water. To get to the park it takes 50 minutes from the hotel, and its access can be by public service buses that leave from the public market (only 15 minutes walking from the hotel) or hire a tourist agency. When you arrive at the entrance (the Zaino) you pay the value of the quota and they give you a handle that credits you as a guest of the Park. When you walk through the park you will find different beaches such as Cañaveral, Arrecife, Arenilla, La piscina, Cabo  san juan, nudist beach and the other majestic rainforest features of the National Park, you can also know our history in the small town Chayrama, remember that the park has different entrances, one for Neguanje, Calabazo and Zaino, also keep in mind the visit to the park must be scheduled in advance, to visit it in one day we recommend leaving very early to get to Cabo San Juan. For more information we invite you to visit the hotel reception.

This emblematic park was created in 1903, first it was the market square of the city. Located opposite the courthouse, on 18th Street, just three blocks from the hotel, you can enjoy a variety of restaurants, bars and nightclubs. Its bohemian image certainly stands out in the evenings. This park takes its name "park Santander" in honor of the "man of the laws", Francisco de Paula Santander, but since it was the refuge of many lovers, who were cited to see in this place, colloquially his name was transformed to " park of the bride and groom "and so far is better known by this name. Most visitors from different countries meet here, so if your interest is to make friends and have a good time with the gatherings, as in ancient times, you must visit this fantastic place.

Exotic village of fishermen, its beauty lies in the preservation of its traditions. To get to Taganga from the hotel, you only have to take a taxi that will take about 15 minutes, you can also take a bus to just one street. Arriving at taganga you will find its famous viewpoint, where you can enjoy the majestic view of the caribbean sea. On your beach you will find small boats of fishermen but if you want a more tranquil place, you can simply walk through its hills and reach some of its almost virgin beaches or take a boat that for a very low price can take you and pick you up. In its calm waters you can enjoy a varied ecosystem so you can not stay your snorkel equipment. Its night life is very lively! In front of the beach you will find several typical restaurants where you can taste delicious fresh fried fish.

Playa cristal is one of the most striking beaches of Tayrona Park, considered one of the most beautiful in the world. In it you will find beautiful corals and goldfish. Its totally crystalline waters and its white sand will make you live an unforgettable experience. This beautiful beach is an idea to rest. You have two options to reach this wonderful place, the first is to hire a tour, which will pick you up at the hotel; the amount to be paid includes transportation and the permit to enter, the guide service and insurance. Your departure and arrival times are from 6:30 am to 5:00 pm. The second option is to go by yourself, you can simply take a taxi or walk from the hotel to the public market in the city (10 to 15 min) from there take the bus that goes to Tayrona Park, this journey takes about 45 minutes . To get to cristal beach you enter by Calabazo, there is a small stop on the beach "siete olas", in which you can only take a photo, as it is not possible to bathe. Then you arrive in Neguanje and only 15 minutes by boat you can delight yourself with its beauty.

The waterfalls of Marinka is an exotic tourist spot near the coffee town of Minca, one of its main characteristics is the humid jungle environment that offers us the foothills of the Sierra Nevada, on the way to reach the waterfall you will see different species of birds, since the sector is one of the most important bird sighting sanctuaries in Colombia, with more than 350 species. Around you will see coffee plantations and exotic flowers endemic to the Sierra Nevada. To get from the hotel to the waterfalls, you can take a taxi or go to the public market of the city and take the bus that goes to Minca in an approximate journey of 45 minutes. From Minca to the waterfalls you can walk in a slightly long but pleasant journey along the beautiful road or take a motorcycle taxi to the place. You will probably have to pay a modest sum to be able to enter the waterfalls as they are inside a private property. 
The magic of this place will captivate you!

Pozo azul is one of the favorite places to visit in Santa Marta if you are looking for something different to beach, breeze and sea. Its main attraction is its spectacular landscapes. To get to blue well we take a bus in the public market of the city to only 15 minutes of the hotel; the bus takes 45 minutes to reach Minca where you have to follow the path to reach this destination. The road is a long way to do it on foot, but many tourists do it because on the way you can see the beauty of the landscape in detail, by motorcycle or car it can take from 15 to 20 minutes to the gate (door of María Teresa) where it starts the second crossing to the blue well. From this point to the natural pool are approximately 10 minutes by motorcycle and 40 minutes walking. The sighting of different species of birds and the exotic flowers of the place will captivate you. It is normal to find cyclists on the road, as this terrain is very striking to practice mountain biking. When you reach the blue well you must pass through a suspension bridge that will surely make you feel the adrenaline and see your image will be the payment to your journey. Another option to visit this place is to take a tour, usually in this mode pick you up at 8:30 and return to the hotel at 5:00 pm.

This beautiful beach is a symbol of tranquility and as its name indicates, its white sand and calm water will make you spend a spectacular day without having to go that far. Just 10 minutes from the hotel by taxi or 15 minutes in buseta you will find the beaches of the rodadero, from there you take a boat that in about 15 minutes will be leaving you in this magical place to enjoy the Colombian caribbean, before arriving you can enter the Aquarium and see the dolphin show. Away from the hustle and bustle of other beaches you can enjoy a typical lunch at a good price and practice Snorkel in its transparent waters.