Name: Hotel Chiniu
Address: Km 2 via Riohacha Guajira , 470006 Palomino, Colombia, Km 2 via Riohacha Guajira, Guajira, 470006, Colombia
Rating: 8.3

Hotel Chiniu

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About this property

Beachfront Location: Hotel Chiniu in Palomino offers a private beach area and direct beachfront access. Guests enjoy sea views and a sun terrace, complemented by a rooftop swimming pool and open-air bath. Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms feature private bathrooms with showers, air-conditioning, balconies, and free WiFi. Additional amenities include sea views, work desks, and free toiletries. Dining Experience: The family-friendly restaurant serves American cuisine with vegan and dairy-free options. An on-site bar provides a relaxing atmosphere for evening meals. Leisure Activities: Guests can participate in film nights, walking tours, and hiking. The hotel also offers a spa and wellness centre, hot tub, and games room. Convenient Location: Located 89 km from Riohacha Airport, Hotel Chiniu is a few steps from Palomino Beach. Nearby attractions include Palomino Beach and the Palomino River.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

Breakfast info

American

Free private parking available at the hotel

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Room type	Number of guests
Standard Double Room with Sea View 1 double bed
Deluxe Double Room with Sea View 1 double bed
Standard Family Room 2 single beds and 1 double bed
Bungalow with Sea View 1 double bed
Superior Family Room 3 single beds and 1 double bed
Bungalow with Garden View 1 double bed
Deluxe Quadruple Room 2 single beds and 1 double bed
Double Room with Garden View 1 double bed
Deluxe Triple Room with Sea View 1 single bed and 1 double bed
Triple Room with Garden View 1 single bed and 1 double bed
Double Room with Garden View 1 double bed

Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Stefan

Belgium

“Very nice swimming pool for a family with young kids. The staff was very friendly and helpful. We liked the breakfast options. WiFi was also quite good around the property.”

Nicole

Sri Lanka

“We liked the hotel at the beach. It was quiet, but close to walk to Palomino. The staff was friendly and helpful. We got an room upgate, which was very nice. The breakfast was good.”

Nicole

Sri Lanka

“We had a nice and relaxing stay. Nice breakfast, good food at the restaurant, caring and helpful staff, close at the beach, quiet, nice pools, close walk to Palomino shops and cafes. We enjoy to relax at Chiniu after our four day trek to the lost...”

Mathias

Denmark

“Really nice stay. Nice and clean rooms. Friendly staff.”

Kalimaya

Denmark

“Beachfront hotel a few kms away from Palomino. Two lovely pools. Great breakfast. Nice lounge area on the beach. Surrounded by jungle, so great option for flora fauna interested people.”

Anna

Poland

“Almost everything. Two big pools with stunning views, cleaned on a daily basis. Great staff, very helpful, even though they do not speak english. Not a big problem. Basic spanish will get you everything done. Huge room with spacious closet....”

Mónika

Hungary

“The location is marvellous - in the middle of nature, having the view of palmtrees all around. That’s priceless. We had perfect view from our terrace. Nice pools. Bars, restauranst start just from the hotel area till Palomino “center” - nice...”

Isabella

Italy

“The hotel has a beautiful and well kept garden, it has hammock and a great patio! The beach as well is super super nice!”

Kevin

United Kingdom

“Hotel is great, we got a 4 persons room for 4 days, with a fitting room and a massive bathroom. The hotel has a lot of different places to relax - from the personal area near the room (balcony, sofa) to the hammock area, bar or garden and the...”

Paul

United Kingdom

“Hotel Chiniu ("Hummingbird", in English) is a little peace of paradise on earth! The setting, amongst beautifully-tended gardens and tall coconut trees is a haven for relaxation and the two pools are spotless. The staff are marvellous and very...”

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site

Los Almendros

Cuisine
American
Ambiance
Family friendly • Romantic
Dietary options
Vegan • Dairy-free

House rules

Hotel Chiniu takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 15:00 to 19:30

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

Check-out

From 11:00 to 12:00

Cancellation/ prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 12 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Accepted payment methods

Cash

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Hotel Chiniu in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

License number: 53885