Casa de Isabella, a Kali Hotel

Lovely hotel in the center of Santa Marta, bed was comfortable, bathroom was large, and AC worked well. We had a room on the ground floor and were not bothered by music at all (some reviews mention that music from a neighboring bar can be heard loudly in some rooms). Loved relaxing at the pool given how humid it can be in the city, it stays open till 10PM.

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Absolutely beautiful property inside - see some photos attached . A real garden feel to the place Great swimming pool and nice freshly cooked breakfast Staff were really all very kind - special call-out for Ariana who let us use the pool to cool off before we left and gave us fresh towels

Only thing is the noise from local nightclubs goes on till late . Get some ear plugs and you’ll be fine . The property have advised me though that they are seeking to address the noise issue with the local authorities

Habitación amplia y cama muy buena

La piscina privada de la habitación muy sucia. Por La noche la música de fiesta no deja dormir.

The accommodation is surrounded by trees, giving it a peaceful, tropical oasis feel. I chose a suite with its own private rooftop pool, and I am so glad I did. I spent three nights there. Colombia is hot —and I really cannot stress this enough. The combination of heat and humidity can be intense, so being able to cool off in the pool at the end of each day was an absolute luxury. If your budget allows, I highly recommend upgrading to one of these suites. The room itself was spacious, comfortable, and well equipped. Both the air conditioning and ceiling fan worked exceptionally well, making it easy to escape the heat. The shower provided consistently hot water, and having a safe in the room was an added bonus, giving me peace of mind when storing my passport and valuables. The beach is within easy walking distance, as are several inexpensive restaurants that are popular with the locals, making it a great area to experience authentic Colombian food. The real highlight for me, however, was the breakfast. It is served on the first-floor landing beneath a lush canopy of trees. Sitting there each morning, surrounded by greenery with fresh coffee in hand, was a truly beautiful way to start the day.ather than a buffet with food left sitting out all morning, every breakfast is freshly cooked to order. It begins with a bowl of fresh fruit and Colombian coffee, and each table has a menu from which you can choose your breakfast, accompanied by fresh fruit juice. I would strongly recommend trying some Colombian specialities such as cayeye, arepas, and patacones. The staff were consistently warm, friendly, and professional. On my first evening, I enjoyed a wonderful meal at the famous Gausimo Restaurant, located directly opposite the hotel. Like many properties in Colombia, access is controlled by a doorbell, but the reception desk is staffed 24 hours a day. As a solo traveller, I really appreciated the added sense of security this provided.

Colombia is a vibrant, energetic country, and everywhere I stayed, there was music, nightlife, and entertainment nearby. Many reviews mention the noise, and yes, you can hear music in the evenings. However, I was born and raised in a lively city myself, so it honestly didn't seem particularly loud to me. In fact, it almost became background white noise, and I slept straight through it every night. If you're a very light sleeper, it's something worth considering before you book. But if you enjoy nightlife (even though I personally don't), then embrace it. Go dancing, learn a little salsa, enjoy a few drinks, and take a moment to appreciate the fact that you have the health, freedom, and opportunity to experience such a wonderful country.