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Playa del Ritmo Beach Hostel & Bar - Adults Only

Santa Marta

Boasting a beachfront location, Playa del Ritmo Beach Hostel &Bar offers free Wi-Fi and 24-hour front desk assistance in Pozos Colorados beach, Santa Marta. El Rodadero beach is 2 km from the...

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E. A. aus LE
From
Germany
Best location right by the sea. It's a bit of a hassle to get into town, but you can also take the bus or Uber. But you get peace and quiet and the sea.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,061 reviews
Price from
US$49.68
1 night, 2 adults

Sana Mar Hostel & Eco-Café

Centro Historico, Santa Marta

Featuring a garden, a shared lounge as well as a terrace, Sana Mar Hostel & Eco-Café is located in the centre of Santa Marta, 700 metres from Bahía de Santa Marta Beach.

O
Ondrej
From
Slovakia
- Justin and all the staff were very personal, extremely nice and helpful - perfect location - great breakfast. I like Colombian food but after months of traveling in SA I was very grateful for delicious granolas with yoghurt - interior of the hostel was clean, nice, spacious and I feel like home
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 262 reviews
Price from
US$33.40
1 night, 2 adults

Imagine hostel

Centro Historico, Santa Marta

Well located in the centre of Santa Marta, Imagine hostel provides air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a bar. A hot tub and a bicycle rental service are available for guests.

R
Ramakers
From
United Kingdom
Great hostel, very close to the center but also the market where you can find the main bus stop to Tayrona. The customer service at the hostel was amazing! They were very helpful. They also agreed to keep our bags when we went to Tayrona for 4 nights. The place was very clean. I highly recommend if you just need to sleep there a couple of nights on your way to Tayrona or Minca.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 356 reviews
Price from
US$30.73
1 night, 2 adults

Cacao Hostel Santa Marta

Santa Marta

Cacao Hostel Santa Marta has an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a terrace and bar in Santa Marta.

T
Tomas
From
Czech Republic
I loved this hostel; extended from 3 nights to more than a week and I will come back again. Melissa and Alicia are super friendly and helpful, then in the kitchen you get amazing food from Margarita. The pool is awesome and cleaning ladies are doing great job. 🙂
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 728 reviews
Price from
US$37.11
1 night, 2 adults

Hostal Españolete

Centro Historico, Santa Marta

Offering a restaurant, Hostal Españolete is located 50 meters from the bay, behind of Plaza Simon Bolivar. Free WiFi access is available in all rooms. The property is set in a colonial building.

A
Andrea
From
Austria
Warm welcome, made me feel home (was especially nice as I arrived on Christmas), clean bathrooms and noche the dog. The owner gave me Tipps on where to go and made me feel safe.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 407 reviews
Price from
US$39.66
1 night, 2 adults

La Guaca Hostel Santa Marta

Santa Marta

Offering an outdoor pool and a terrace with hammocks, La Guaca Hostel is located 1 km from the beach in Santa Marta. Free WiFi access is available.

T
Tristan
From
New Zealand
Awesome space! The dorms were spacious and the lockers were great. Included breakfast was very good and the staff are very friendly and welcoming. Dorm bathroom is huge, and location feels very safe. Very kind to store our luggage after checkout, and during a trip to Minca!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 600 reviews
Price from
US$25.18
1 night, 2 adults

Tayrona Casa Roma Hostel

Santa Marta

Situated in Santa Marta, 31 km from Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino, Tayrona Casa Roma Hostel features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews
Price from
US$84.82
1 night, 2 adults

Casa de Mony

Pozo Colorado, Santa Marta

Set in Santa Marta, less than 1 km from Bello Horizonte, Casa de Mony offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 12 reviews
Price from
US$87.47
1 night, 2 adults

Distrito Hostel

Centro Historico, Santa Marta

Ideally situated in the centre of Santa Marta, Distrito Hostel features air-conditioned rooms, a terrace, free WiFi and a bar.

M
Michaela
From
Slovakia
Good location, really quiet after 10pm, helpful staff. Supermarket at the end of the block. Shuttle from the airport passes on the street just outside, buses to Cartagena leave from across the road. Aircon is quiet, bathroom clean. Nothing to complain about .
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,031 reviews
Price from
US$40.29
1 night, 2 adults

La Brisa Loca Hostel

Centro Historico, Santa Marta

Well set in the centre of Santa Marta, La Brisa Loca Hostel provides air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace.

S
Shankar
From
Germany
The receptionist was very helpful as I was looking for a place to stay, he explained it is a party hostel and can get noisy if that's not what I am looking for better to cancel and even helped find a spot nearby. Definitely will visit next time when planning to stay up late. Thanks
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,508 reviews
Price from
US$39.93
1 night, 2 adults
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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 489 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 666 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Santa Marta

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 811 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 728 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,576 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 4,164 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,674 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Santa Marta

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,508 reviews

Great access to the city centre. Check these hostels in Santa Marta and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 4,164 reviews

Conveniently situated in the middle of Santa Marta, Republica Hostel Santa Marta is 6 km from El Rodadero Beach.

From US$30.48 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,674 reviews

This modern hostel is located in the heart of Santa Marta, just 400 metres from the bay. It boasts free Wi-Fi, 2 swimming pools and a terrace with excellent views of the city.

From US$83.50 per night

Baboon Hostel

Santa Marta
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 291 reviews

Attractively set in Santa Marta, Baboon Hostel features air-conditioned rooms, an outdoor swimming pool, free WiFi and a shared lounge.

From US$43.74 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 811 reviews

Offering an outdoor swimming pool, Aroha Villana Boutique is located 100 metres from Santa Marta cathedral and 300 metres from Santa Marta Beach. Free Wi-Fi access is available in all areas.

From US$67.03 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 666 reviews

Providing free WiFi throughout the property, Panamerican Hostel is located in Santa Marta, 500 metres from Santa Marta Marina and 500 metres from Santa Marta Gold Museum.

From US$28.63 per night

La Quinta INN

Santa Marta
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 60 reviews

Set within 600 metres of Bahía de Santa Marta Beach and 600 metres of Santa Marta Gold Museum, La Quinta INN offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Santa Marta.

From US$36.91 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 55 reviews

Situated in the centre of Santa Marta, hospedaje luna azul is located 200 metres from Bahía de Santa Marta Beach and 500 metres from Santa Marta Cathedral.

From US$28.63 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 54 reviews

Located in Santa Marta and with Bahía de Santa Marta Beach reachable within 1 km, Hostal Santa Maria City provides a tour desk, rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace.

From US$34.46 per night

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Villa Mary Hostel

Taganga
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 28 reviews

Boasting a shared lounge, Villa Mary Hostel is situated in Taganga in the Magdalena region, 200 metres from Playa de Taganga and 5 km from Simon Bolivar Park.

From US$26.24 per night

Set within 500 metres of El Rodadero Beach and 3.2 km of Rodadero Sea Aquarium and Museum, Habitacion 201 Casa Luz El Rodadero offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Gaira.

From US$119.28 per night

Situated within 500 metres of El Rodadero Beach and 2.8 km of Rodadero Sea Aquarium and Museum, Habitación 101 en Casa Luz El Rodadero features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in...

From US$74.22 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.0
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

Located in Santa Marta, 5.7 km from Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino, hostal los cascabeles de la sierra provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a...

From US$45.06 per night

Casa Tunido

Santa Marta
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 228 reviews

Situated conveniently in Santa Marta, Casa Tunido offers air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a terrace.

Gagaka Rua hostel

Santa Marta
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 738 reviews

Conveniently set in Santa Marta, Gagaka Rua hostel provides air-conditioned rooms, an outdoor swimming pool, free WiFi and a garden.

From US$46.65 per night

Hotel San Marcos Taganga

Taganga
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 439 reviews

Set in Taganga, Hotel San Marcos Taganga offers beachfront accommodation 300 metres from Playa de Taganga and offers various facilities, such as a garden, a shared lounge and a terrace.

From US$27.83 per night

Hostel Green Light

Taganga
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 58 reviews

Set in Taganga, 600 metres from Playa de Taganga, Hostel Green Light offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

From US$29.16 per night

Save money on hostels in Santa Marta and nearby – budget options available

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 489 reviews

Casa Avelina Boutique Hostel has an outdoor swimming pool, shared lounge, a terrace and bar in Santa Marta.

From US$81.59 per night

Hostel Musa Paradisiaca

Santa Marta
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 704 reviews

Hostel Musa Paradisiaca has a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and bar in Santa Marta.

From US$38.17 per night

Hotel TNT Mirador

Taganga
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 422 reviews

Located in Taganga, 600 metres from Playa de Taganga, Hotel TNT Mirador provides accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

From US$62.50 per night

Techos Azules

Taganga
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 730 reviews

Located on Taganga bay, Hostal Techos Azules offers rooms with panoramic sea views and free Wi-Fi. Guests have direct access to the beach and hammocks to enjoy the views. A common kitchen is featured.

From US$48.67 per night

Tayrona Colors Hostel

Taganga
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 457 reviews

Situated in Taganga, a few steps from Playa de Taganga, Tayrona Colors Hostel features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

From US$57.25 per night

Ayenda Hotel Muleke

Santa Marta
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 59 reviews

Located within 1.6 km of Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino and 3.7 km of Santa Marta Cathedral, Ayenda Hotel Muleke provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Santa Marta.

From US$39.63 per night

Hostel Nirvana Taganga

Taganga
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 144 reviews

Featuring an outdoor swimming pool and a restaurant, Hostel Nirvana Taganga offers free Wi-Fi and 24-hour front desk assistance in Taganga. The main square and the bay are 200 metres away.

From US$76.34 per night

Hostal La Casa de Felipe

Taganga
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 99 reviews

Located in Taganga, 800 metres from Taganga Beach, Hostal La Casa de Felipe provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden.

From US$53.71 per night

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Avg. price/night: US$83.50
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,674 reviews
10/10, for sure the best hostel we had in a 10 month trip! Amazing friendly staff, great rooftop with good food and drink options, but still peaceful at night. Small pool is great to cool off!
Guest review by
Ellen
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$37.63
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 356 reviews
The nicest hostel I stayed in Colombia 🇨🇴. Staff were lovely ✔️ Safe ✔️ Great air-conditioning ✔️ Larger than expected room ✔️ Comfy bed ✔️ Quiet ✔️
Guest review by
nicholas
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$30.48
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 4,164 reviews
Great location, walking distance everywhere through busy streets - it felt safe around the hostel even at night. Rooms have AC and beds are comfy. Pool area is very cool, the vibes in general are great and quiet from evening time. It also has breakfast inc wich is great for the price!
Guest review by
Claudia
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$62.98
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,508 reviews
Great location,great staff and roof top bar on top of hostel with cheap beer...the best hostel where l stay in Colombia
Guest review by
Marko Košturić
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$37.63
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 356 reviews
Owner run hostel in a safe area close to the city center/beaches and Minca/Taganga/Tayrona buses; great attention and service by the staff; calm and relaxing atmosphere. Best hostel for me in 4 months in South America, felt like home.
Guest review by
Benjamin
Solo traveller