Gardenia Springs - La Finca Buritaca

Property class: 3.5

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Free cooked-to-order breakfast, a poolside bar and mini golf are just a few of the amenities provided at Gardenia Springs - La Finca Buritaca. Adventurous travellers may like the fishing, boating and horse riding at this hotel. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. The on-site Caribbean cuisine restaurant, Restaurante, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner and a poolside location. Enjoy on-site activities, such as kayaking and hiking/biking. Free WiFi in public areas is available to all guests, along with a garden and laundry facilities.
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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is €45
18 Nov - 19 Nov

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Standard Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Superior Bungalow, Terrace, Lake View

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Exceptional
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  • Lake view
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

Deluxe Bungalow, Terrace, Lake View

  • Lake view
  • 79 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Sofa Beds

House, 2 Bedrooms

  • 43 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds and 3 Single Sofa Beds

Economy Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Premium Bungalow, Private Pool

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(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Sofa Beds
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About the area

Located in Santa Marta, Gardenia Springs - La Finca Buritaca is in a rural area and on the riverwalk. Mareygua Beach and Macondo Labyrinth are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Tayrona National Natural Park and Buritaca Beach. Visit our Santa Marta travel guide
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Via Buritaca, Santa Marta, Magdalena, 470009

What's nearby

  • A terraced stone structure with grassy platforms, surrounded by dense tropical vegetation.
    Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta National Park
    11 min drive - 10.2 km
  • A tropical beach with clear turquoise waters, rocky outcrops, and dense green forest.
    Tayrona National Natural Park
    21 min drive - 25.2 km
  • A beach with palm trees and waves at sunset.
    Palomino Beach
    28 min drive - 31.4 km
  • Koralia Beach
    10 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Buritaca Beach
    11 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Restaurante Don Samuel
    13 min drive
  • Restaurante Bendicion De Dios
    20 min walk
  • Restaurante Betsaida Bar
    13 min walk
  • Restaurante Coma Rico
    18 min walk
  • Brisas del Río
    8 min drive

About this property

Gardenia Springs - La Finca Buritaca

  • Family-friendly hotel by the lake
  • You can look forward to free cooked-to-order breakfast, a poolside bar and mini golf at Gardenia Springs - La Finca Buritaca. Active travellers can enjoy fishing, boating and horse riding at this hotel. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. The on-site Caribbean cuisine restaurant, Restaurante, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner and a poolside location. Enjoy on-site activities, such as kayaking and hiking/biking. In addition to a garden and laundry facilities, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
  • Other perks at this hotel include:
    • An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers
    • Free self-parking
    • Concierge services, a nature reserve and a vegetable garden
    • Coffee/tea in reception, a reception hall and smoke-free property
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts, such as premium bedding and air conditioning.
  • More conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Rainfall showers, hairdryers and shampoo
    • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
    • Wardrobes/cupboards and daily housekeeping

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Frequently asked questions

Does Gardenia Springs - La Finca Buritaca have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Gardenia Springs - La Finca Buritaca?

As of 27 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gardenia Springs - La Finca Buritaca on 18 Nov 2026 start from €45, including 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 Gardenia Springs - La Finca Buritaca pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Gardenia Springs - La Finca Buritaca?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Gardenia Springs - La Finca Buritaca?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Gardenia Springs - La Finca Buritaca?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is Gardenia Springs - La Finca Buritaca located?

This family-friendly Santa Marta hotel is located on the riverwalk, within 1 mi (2 km) of Buritaca Beach and Koralia Beach. Mareygua Beach is 2.3 mi (3.6 km) away.

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Reviews

Gardenia Springs - La Finca Buritaca Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

9.4

Amenities

9.8

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 36 reviews

Reviews

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6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel BUT we didn’t have hot shower during our stay. They offer 20% on the food because we fight a little bit at the checkout. We’ve payed full price the rooms. Otherwise the hotel is a little bit far from Santa Marta, we had to pay more for the transfers. Nice swimming pool (private & shared) and the bungalows are big and a the middle of the nature.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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
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10/10 Excellent

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
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10/10 Excellent

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
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10/10 Excellent

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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
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10/10 Excellent

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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
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8/10 Good

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
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8/10 Good

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
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent propery but even better is the staff. Special thanks to Yosmari, Yurleidis and Francesca. Also the entire Kitchen staff. Very family friendly. We will be back
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Awesome breakfast and staff. All needs met.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful setting, quiet and amazing pool.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We had a very pleasant stay at the property
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Excelente hotel 10/10
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location close to beach and downtown
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Is a beautiful place perfect for families. Staff is wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

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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
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent facilities, super friendly staff, beautiful gardens. I would totally recommend and go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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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
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6/10 Okay

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
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10/10 Excellent

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excelente, buena atencion, comida excelente
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

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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
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Buena piscina
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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
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10/10 Excellent

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