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Hotel Las Vegas del Caribe, Calle 11 No. 2-08 (035-423-0479, hotellasvegasdel
[email protected]). If you're looking for a single room at a cheap price, this is
your place. Not many opportunities for socializing, but it could be the perfect
crash pad if you're looking for privacy. Prices Aug. 2010: Single, fan, 20,000 COP;
Single, air, 25,000 COP; Double, fan, 35,000 COP; Double, air, 40,000 COP. Prices
almost double during Semana Santa, Las Fiestas del Mar, and between Dec. 20th
- January.
Hotel Saboy, Calle 11 No 2-22 (035-421-0926, WiFi, saboysantamarta@
hotmail.com). The Saboy is for those looking for a cheap private room. A few
blocks from the beach. Single, fan, 25,000 COP; Single, air, 30,000 COP; Double,
fan, 35,000 COP; Double, air, 40,000 COP. Prices almost double during Semana
Santa, Festival del Mar, and from Dec. 20th - Jan. 15th.
Mid-Range
Casa Aluna, Calle 21 No. 5-72, Centro Histórico (035-432-4916 info@alunaho
tel.com). Casa Aluna has gained a reputation as the best place to stay in Santa
Marta for a guest house experience. The owner is an Irish expat who has lived in
the Santa Marta area for many years. An architect by trade, he designed his own
casa to cater to the needs of travelers who want peace, quiet and outstanding
service. The rooms are very comfortable and perfect for the mature traveler.
Casa Aluna has a Café for a bite to eat and something to drink. Casa Aluna has a
high occupancy rate due to its excellence and the type of stay it offers. If you
would like to stay at Casa Aluna, it's recommended you reserve in advance. Casa
Aluna is highly recommended for the traveler seeking a great night's sleep at a
reasonable price. Prices 2011: Low season - Dorm, 4/6 beds, 20,000 COP;
Single/Double, fan, bath, 60,000 COP; Single/Double, air, bath, 80,000 COP.
High season - Dorm, 25,000 COP; Single/Double, fan, 80,000 COP;
Single/Double, air, 100,000 COP. (www.alunahotel.com).
Hotel Nueva Granada, Calle 12 No. 3 - 17 (035-431-2568, informacion@hotel
nuevagranada.com). Granada has a relaxing feeling with a large center area with