Gardenia Springs - La Finca Buritaca

3.5 star property

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Front of property
Breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch served
A poolside area with a wooden pergola, lounge chairs, and a clear pool.
Front of property
Exterior

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
The current price is $55
$55 nightly
$55 total
Jun 29 - Jun 30

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Via Buritaca, Santa Marta, Magdalena, 470009
  • Place, Buritaca Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Koralia Beach
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Tayrona National Natural Park
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Bungalow

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Lake view
  • 334 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Premium Bungalow

  • Lake view
  • 850 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Luxury House

  • 463 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

Economy Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Bungalow

  • Garden view
  • 538 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Sofa Beds

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About the neighborhood

Santa Marta

Located in Santa Marta, Gardenia Springs - La Finca Buritaca is on the riverwalk, within a 10-minute drive of Mareygua Beach and Buritaca Beach. .This family-friendly hotel is 12.3 mi (19.7 km) from Tayrona National Natural Park and 16.3 mi (26.3 km) from Palomino Beach.

What's nearby

  • Buritaca Beach - 7 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Mareygua Beach - 10 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Koralia Beach - 10 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Tayrona National Natural Park - 21 min drive - 15.7 miles
  • Palomino Beach - 28 min drive - 19.6 miles

Getting around

  • Santa Marta (SMR-Simon Bolivar) - 86 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante Bendicion De Dios - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Don Samuel - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Betsaida Bar - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Playa Bonita Eco Hotel - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Koralia Bar - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Gardenia Springs - La Finca Buritaca

Gardenia Springs - La Finca Buritaca offers 11 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. There are couples treatment room(s) available. Services include massages.
Make yourself at home in one of the 11 air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Cable television is provided for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature showers with rainfall showerheads and hair dryers.
Pamper yourself with onsite massages or enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a picnic area.
Enjoy Caribbean cuisine at Restaurante, a poolside restaurant which features a bar/lounge and a garden view. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the poolside bar. A complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Featured amenities include laundry facilities and coffee/tea in a common area. Free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast is served each morning between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.
Restaurante - This poolside restaurant specializes in Caribbean cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available.
Bar Junto a la piscina - This poolside bar specializes in Caribbean cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. A children's menu is available. Open daily.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Internet access
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Afternoon tea
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Bar Junto a la piscina
  • Restaurante

Things to do

  • Boat and paddles
  • Books
  • Fishing
  • Games
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Kayaking
  • Mini golf
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pedal boat
  • Table tennis

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini golf
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • On a lake
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Vegetable garden

Spa

  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Massage
  • Treatment room

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • 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 travelers who present a valid passport and tourist visa showing they are not a resident of Colombia and who pay using a foreign card or via a bank transfer from outside Colombia. This exemption applies only to tourist package bookings (accommodation plus other travel services).

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

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
If you are traveling with a child your property may require you to present the following documents: Parents traveling into Colombia with a child under 18 may be required to present the child's birth certificate and photo ID (passport for non-Columbian citizens) upon check-in. If a relative or legal guardian is traveling into Colombia with the child, that relative or legal guardian may be required to present a notarized consent of travel signed by both parents and a copy of both parents' ID. If only one parent is traveling into Colombia with the child, that parent may be required to present a notarized 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

Property is also known as

Gardenia Springs Hotel
Hotel La Finca Buritaca
Gardenia Springs Santa Marta
Gardenia Springs Hotel Santa Marta
Hotel La Finca Buritaca by DOT Premium
Hotel La Finca Buritaca by DOT Boutique

Gardenia Springs - La Finca Buritaca Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 31 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful setting, quiet and amazing pool.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms, were clean, however they could seal up the wood better, as mosquitos can get in. The staff are very nice and try their beat. The pool is beautiful and the breakfast and food was great.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jay

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Once again just the perfect place and what an awesome staff, grounds, food, etc etc !!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yarilyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a very pleasant stay at the property
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

daniel

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

Amazing place!

Amazing place with amazing staff, very relaxed. Lovely rooms, great food and staff.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excelente hotel 10/10
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Antonio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location close to beach and downtown
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jay

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely the greatest little hidden gem in all of Northern Colombia !!! The grounds, the staff, the food, the accommodations !!!! Everything is just perfect !!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ximena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Is a beautiful place perfect for families. Staff is wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent facilities, super friendly staff, beautiful gardens. I would totally recommend and go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just an absolute little hidden gem !!!! Staff was unbelievably awesome and attentive ........... the scenery and grounds were impeccable !!! I can never say enough about this property !!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a special property with AMAZING staff. Raul and Orlando went above and beyond to make our staff so memorable. Truly one of the most magical places we have ever stayed. Tuki the Toucan is a must to say hi!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Laya

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
The common areas were wonderful but our rooms were worn down, dirty throw pillows, scuffs all over bedroom walls, etc. Would have appreciated a cleaner experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Juan Camilo

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

Good service and good. Weak WiFi and some noise

The location was great, service was very professional and we had no issues overall. The food is outstanding and prices are fair. We had maybe two points to improve: 1. WiFi was not consistently working, since it works with satellites and the weather can affect the service. 2. Our room was located near the main reception and there was plenty of noise coming from the staff during the mornings.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Rafael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff and place is beautiful. It is close to various spots with beautiful nature. Cons: restaurant is overpriced, and be prepared to pay huge taxes on top of what you think you are going to pay. If you are Colombian and you book online, they will tell you that you need to pay a national tax. In my case, it was about 170 USD for a 4 day stay. If you have a foreign passport, male sure to bring it so you get exempt for paying this tax.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Mikael

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

For the ones who loves living near nature

I love this place, I’d recommend it for everyone who loves living near nature but still wants the amenities available in a hotel. Most people in the staff are very kind and helpful. The rooms in the bungalows are very nice with very comfortable beds, every morning you’ll wake up to the sound of all kinds of birds. It's very relaxing. The breakfast is a bit limited but very good. The pool is beautiful. The rest of the hotel area is like a farm with many types of animals both tame and wild. However, I’d not recommend this place for people afraid of insects and lizards. They will enter the room. :) I'd like to make it a 5 star review, but unfortunately the hotel has its flaws, especially the bathroom which actually looks very nice visually, but practically it’s bad in many ways which can cause irritation. Also bad WiFi, it's too weak by the bungalows so you'll need to go to the reception by the pool to use the internet. Poorly isolated walls, so if there's another guest living in the bungalow by the other side of he wall you'll hear them too well. But in the end it's a lovely place to spend vacations, located near Playa Buritaca which has the sea on one side and the river on the other side, so you can choose where you prefer to swim.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Camila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Me encantó esta propiedad. Es bastante valor lo que es obtiene por el precio. Ideal para vacaciones en familia o en grupos. Las habitaciones son amplias y comodas. El staff a pesar que es amable, no esta capacitado para la atencion a los turistas o no tienen mucho conocimiendo de hospitalidad.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Juan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Buena piscina
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Karolina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Obiekt z dużym potencjałem, przepiękny ogród, oczka wodne, basen , lokalizacja na uboczu- idealna atmosfera żeby odpocząć. Trzeba brać pod uwage ze hotel znajduje się naprawdę w odosobnieniu- nad morze, do sklepu itp można dojść spacerem ale po zachodzie słońca jest bardzo ciemno. Taksówki w tej okolicy są tylko prywatne, więc jest to duży koszt, ale funkcjonuje autobus na trasie Santa Marta- palomino. Co było na minus to ceny w hotelu - woda 2.5 USD to duża przesada i powoduje niesmak i poczucie chęci “zdarcia” z gościa jak największej ilości pieniędzy mimo ze sam pobyt już nie był tani. w hotelowej restauracji ceny też powyżej przeciętnej, jedzenie dobre. Do naszego domku hotel nie miał zapasowego klucza, bo został zgubiony przez poprzednich gości i czekali na dorobienie, przez co przez cały pobyt nie mieliśmy serwisu sprzątania i gdyby nie to, że przypadkowo zatrzasnęliśmy klucz w pokoju i obsługa musiała siłą otwierać drzwi, bo nie mieli zapasowego klucza- nawet byśmy nie wiedzieli czemu nie ma tego sprzątania. Nikt nam nie powiedział że jest taka sytuacja. Zgadzam się też z opiniami poprzedników co do “małego zoo” - warunki życia zwierząt są naprawdę niepokojące.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jean jacques

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Une chambre immense. Le jardin immense. Et ne pas rater la descente en kayak. Une équipe au top
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel E

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

Lo mejor cerca al Tayrona

Una gran experiencia, llena de tranquilidad, buena comida y excelente servicio
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mario

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gran Lugar para descansar, hermosas vistas
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cristian

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

Excelente sitio para descansar

Excelente, lindas instalaciones, la atención súper. Todo muy tranquilo
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Luca

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Buena opción tranquila en Buritaca

Muy tranquilo y privado. Orlando excelente servicio y muy amigable. Habitación mas o Meno, muchos mosquitos en la habitación.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jorge A

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026