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Vacation VIPSanta Marta

FAQ

Everything you need to know

Booking, payments, arrival, your stay and cancellations. If you can't find your answer, Omar replies on WhatsApp in minutes.

Booking

How do I book an apartment?

Choose the apartment, select your dates and number of guests, and tap Reserve. You review the final price, enter your details and pay on Wompi's secure checkout. Your booking is confirmed instantly and you'll receive an email with every detail.

Is the availability I see real?

Yes. Our calendar syncs with Airbnb and Booking several times an hour, and right before charging you we re-check the dates with both platforms. If a date shows as free, it's free.

Is the price per night or per person?

The price is per night and includes the number of guests shown on each listing. If more people travel, an extra-guest fee per night is added. You see the exact total before paying, with no surprises.

Why book here instead of Airbnb or Booking?

It's the same apartment and the same host, but you book direct: no platform fees, personal attention from Omar on WhatsApp and the option to add tours with pickup at your apartment.

Payments

Which payment methods do you accept?

You pay online with Wompi (Bancolombia): credit and debit cards, PSE and Nequi. Your payment details are processed directly by Wompi and never touch our servers.

How much do I pay when booking?

You pay 100% when booking. That way your dates are confirmed immediately and you have nothing left to pay on arrival.

What if my payment is declined?

You aren't charged and your dates stay on hold for a few minutes so you can try again with another payment method. If you need help, message us on WhatsApp.

Arrival

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is usually from 3:00 p.m. and check-out until 11:00 a.m.; each listing shows its exact times. If you need to arrive earlier or leave later, ask Omar and we'll help depending on availability.

When do I get the address and instructions?

Your confirmation email includes a link to your booking. Three days before arrival we send you the exact address, access instructions and Wi-Fi details.

Do I need to register on arrival?

In Colombia, guest registration (TRA) is mandatory. So you can go straight to relaxing, you can complete it ahead of time from your booking link.

Is there any extra charge when arriving at the building?

Some buildings in El Rodadero charge a per-person registration wristband (between COP 10,000 and 18,000), paid directly to the building's management. Each listing shows the exact amount so there are no surprises.

During your stay

Do the apartments have a pool and are they near the sea?

Our apartments are a few minutes from the beach and most are in buildings with a pool. Each listing shows exactly which shared areas the building has (pool, hot tub, parking…).

Can I bring my pet?

Some apartments allow pets and say so on the listing (you can filter for them in the search). If a listing doesn't allow them, the system won't let you add them.

Tours

How do the tours work?

We run our own tours (Tayrona, Minca and more). They're booked and paid on WhatsApp: message us, we confirm the date, seats and payment, and we pick you up at your apartment at the set time.

Cancellations

Can I cancel my booking?

Yes. Each apartment and tour has its own policy (Flexible, Moderate or Firm), shown on the listing and in your confirmation email. You request the cancellation from your booking link and we refund according to that policy.