Best San Andres Hotels: Where to Stay in San Andrés, Colombia

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San Andrés Island, located in the Western Caribbean near the coast Central America but actually owned by Colombia is a great beach getaway destination.

It’s an especially good place to relax, enjoy the beach, and enjoy some island vibes, maybe with a few tasty drinks, like the island favorite Coco Loco.

Susana and I have been to San Andrés a couple times and always enjoyed it.

In this post, I’m going to share my picks for the best hotels in San Andrés, Colombia. So read on to learn about some great options for your accommodations in San Andrés.

1. Hotel Casablanca – Best Combo of Quality, Location, and Value

I’ve decided to put Hotel Casablanca first on this list as the overall best hotel in San Andrés because I think it has a nice blend of quality and value, and it has as good a location as any other hotel or resort in San Andrés.

It’s right on the beach of Spratt Bight but far enough down the strip to be out of the thickest crowds while still being walking distance to tons of shops and restaurants.

Speaking of restaurants, Susana and I ate at the hotel’s Sea Watch Cafe several times even though we weren’t staying here. We enjoyed their pizza and thought their burger and sandwiches were solid, and their milkshakes were terrific.

Oh, and whether you stay at this San Andrés hotel or not, be sure to hit the homestyle food tables set up on the corner nearby for a cheap but tasty lunch and definitely sample the crab empanadas!

The rooms here are very solid and comfortable with a touch of elegance. There is a decent pool on site too.

I also appreciate that they offer the option to include some of your meals or not. In addition to the Sea Watch Cafe, there is an Italian restaurant and seafood restaurant on site, better than the buffet fare at most all inclusive resorts in San Andrés.

In my opinion, the Casablanca is overall a good blend of nice quality and great location. I like that it’s also flexible on what is and isn’t included. So, it is my number one choice for a hotel in San Andrés Island, Colombia.

2. Nattivo Collection Hotel – Best Luxury San Andres Resort

The Nattivo Collection Hotel is one of the newer hotels in San Andrés, and is my top pick among the luxury resorts in San Andrés.

Looking at the photos and reviews, I would say it is without a doubt the finest luxury hotel in San Andrés. It has a style that blends classy 5 star style hotel decor with some local flavor and vibes, and the rooms look absolutely like the nicest on the island.

There is a pool, 4 restaurants, a spa, and a gym on site.

The location is also right in the central heart of the North End, within easy walking distance to all the best restaurants, bars, and cafes and only half a block from the beach.

For those looking for a luxury San Andrés Island resort experience, it is by far the best option.

3. Grand Sirenis – Best San Andres All Inclusive

The Grand Sirenis is also a fairly recent addition to the options for San Andrés resorts.

In my opinion, the rooms don’t look quite as nice or well decorated as those at the Nattivo, but it’s still a beautiful property and would be my top choice for an all inclusive resort in San Andrés.

It’s located just around the corner from the beach and downtown area on the North End, and has some great views from its pool overlooking that famous 7 colored sea of San Andrés.

It’s a prettier property and has nicer rooms than any of the more well known all inclusive Decameron properties (see them below), and that location is great.

So, if you’re looking for a true all inclusive hotel in San Andrés with food and alcoholic drinks included, it’s, in my opinion, your best option.

4. Sol Caribe All Inclusive – 2nd Best San Andrés All Inclusive

The Sol Caribe All Inclusive would make another good choice for an all inclusive hotel in San Andrés.

It’s right in the heart of the North End, meaning you can walk to the best beach and all the restaurants and shops nearby.

Rooms look nice if not extravagant, and the pool looks great. Reviews are pretty solid with people especially feeling like the All Inclusive is a good value.

That all combines to make this the 2nd best option for a San Andrés Island all inclusive resort.

You might also check out their sister properties, the not all inclusive Sol Caribe Sea Flower, nearby, and the Sol Caribe Campo All Inclusive, tucked away down the west coast of the island.

5. Decameron Isleño – Best San Andrés Decameron

Decameron runs a chain of all inclusive resorts in San Andrés and in other parts of Colombia and Latin America. They operate a whopping 6 hotels on San Andrés Island.

Reviews of them are sort of mixed, but they can be good options for families or those who just want an all inclusive in San Andrés.

I do like that if you stay at any of the Decameron properties on San Andrés, you can make use of the common areas at all of them, which is a nice perk.

The Decameron Isleño is the best of them, in my opinion.

It’s located down toward the end of Spratt Bight, where there is hardly ever much of a crowd, and it is still a 10 minute or less walk to the heart of downtown.

There is a great pool here, and rooms look nice. I also think this Decameron tends to get less visitors than the two others near downtown (more on them below), so there’s a good chance there will be less people around the pool and bar here.

6. Decameron Marazul – Best Resort in San Andrés Not on the North End

The Decameron Marazul would be my second choice of Decamerons on San Andrés.

I also think it’s the best choice for a resort on San Andrés outside the North End, and it would work well for a relaxed and/or romantic getaway.

That’s because the Marazul is located down the east coast of the island and nestled in among the mangrove forest, making it feel secluded.

There is a solid beach, and the waterfront deck is absolutely gorgeous. Because of its location off the road, hardly anyone else comes here either, meaning you’ll likely have a virtually private beach.

So if you want an all inclusive resort in San Andrés that is a bit more secluded, it makes a great choice.

8. In Di House of Reggae Boutique – Most Unique San Andrés Hotel

San Andrés is known for having an English speaking Caribbean influence with a creole culture and dialect similar to Jamaica. You’ll see plenty of rasta colors and reggae references around the island.

In Di House of Reggae Boutique captures that influence perfectly and is the most unique San Andrés hotel.

It’s got cool, reggae inspired decorations with lots of bright colors. The rooms also look very nice and comfortable, more luxurious than lots of other similarly priced San Andrés hotels.

The only downside, is the location isn’t my favorite.

It is on the northwestern side of the island. Still, it’s not far from the North End, and there is a great little pool here and some great ocean views.

In short, I think it makes for a great place to stay in San Andrés that is a bit unique if you can sacrifice not being right on the beach.

9. Reina del Mar – Great Value Beachfront Hotel in San Andrés Island

The Reina del Mar, besides having a sweet name (Queen of the Sea), offers what I consider a pretty good value for a beachfront resort in San Andrés in a good location.

It’s located on the East Side near good beaches, near where the Decameron Marazul is located. The beaches here are especially nice because, as I mentioned above, they are semi-private because not many crowds make it here.

Rooms are also nice. They have a bit of cheesy decor if I’m being honest, but they look plenty comfortable.

Prices here are also better than any of the Decameron hotels on San Andrés, so I think this makes for a good value for doing a beachfront San Andrés resort outside the North End.

10. Miraflores Boutique – Great Quiet San Andrés Island Hotel

I think Miraflores Boutique Hotel is a bit of a niche choice for a hotel in San Andrés.

It’s located on the West Side where there isn’t a beach or a whole lot to do. It is close to the swimming hole known as La Piscinita, but there isn’t much else going on around here.

However, the hotel is absolutely lovely!

They definitely have some of the most luxurious looking rooms of any place on the island. The whole hotel is also just really cute with a nice, rustic island decor.

There is a nice little pool here, and the hotel has bikes guests can rent. It also feels a bit more immersed in nature and much quieter than the hotels on the North End.

I think that makes this a good choice for where to stay in San Andrés for those planning a bit of a longer stay and for those looking for some peace and quiet for a relaxing or romantic getaway.

11. Aquamare Hotel – Another Solid Resort in the Heart of Town

Aquamare Hotel is one of the largest hotels on San Andrés Island. It’s also one of the newest and most modern San Andrés resorts.

Maybe the only downside is it’s a little further from the beach than the places higher up on this list.

However, a little further just means a block or two more. So, overall, it’s still just a short walk from the main strip and beach.

There is also a great pool, so not exactly a horrible trade off.

Rooms here look very nice too. It’s also garnered a reputation for having some of the best service of any hotel on San Andrés Island.

For that reason, for those that don’t want to do an all inclusive and can live with walking 5 minutes instead of 2 minutes to the beach, it’s another fine choice for where to stay in San Andrés and closes out this list of the best San Andrés hotels.