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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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anand
From
United States
Amazing hostel on the beach, Carolina was great and helped me enter the room at 1pm (Gabriela didn't allow me even though hostel was almost empty, but that's fine, you can leave your bags at reception and chill on the beach). Great wifi, delicious food at their restaurant, cool vibes. Lot of options to reserve, I stayed in dorm of 4 beds, good AC and both nights ended up alone in the room. Kind staff, very clean, good beach- almost no waves(explore on the right, over the rocks - there is a private beach for you). Will definitely come back!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,079 reviews
Price from
US$53.72
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.

C
Clément
From
France
Recommended ! The staff and owners are very welcoming and caring. Rooms are spacious and breakfast is good Location is excellent : - very close to the center - 10 min walk to the fish market where you can take bues to Minca and Tayrona - 3 min walk to a bus stop going to the airport (crossing between 22 and 4)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 243 reviews
Price from
US$33.53
1 night, 2 adults

Imagine hostel

Centro Historico, Santa Marta

Located in Santa Marta, less than 1 km from Bahía de Santa Marta Beach, Imagine hostel features air-conditioned rooms and a bar. A hot tub and a bicycle rental service are available for guests.

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nicholas
From
Australia
The nicest hostel I stayed in Colombia 🇨🇴. Staff were lovely ✔️ Safe ✔️ Great air-conditioning ✔️ Larger than expected room ✔️ Comfy bed ✔️ Quiet ✔️
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 361 reviews
Price from
US$29.28
1 night, 2 adults

Hostal velero relax

Santa Marta

Hostal velero relax is situated on the beachfront in Santa Marta, a few steps from Guachaca Beach and 42 km from Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino.

M
Michael
From
France
This was an absolute surprise and perfect from start to finish. The family hosting this place is so loving and the place and the location just breathtaking! I started by reserving a room and then ended up sleeping on the last floor on just a mattress - so basic but the nature there is just incredible. steady waves and a bit of wind make it the perfect ambiance to sleep outside. No noise at all for cars as the place is located directly in front of the beach. I highly recommend you go there !
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 160 reviews
Price from
US$35.77
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.

K
Kelvin
From
Netherlands
Amazing hostel. Victor is cool guy that can help you with making the right choices for your trip.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 732 reviews
Price from
US$37.26
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.

M
Myrto
From
Greece
Very nice, cozy and calm hostel! Had a relaxing time and felt welcomed, thank you Daniel!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 417 reviews
Price from
US$39.82
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.

H
Hugo
From
Portugal
Great value for the money, amazing staff and perfect environment for solo travelers. I will definitely come back.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 602 reviews
Price from
US$25.28
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, 13 reviews
Price from
US$87.83
1 night, 2 adults

Distrito Hostel

Centro Historico, Santa Marta

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

R
Rachel
From
Australia
Excellent staff, they were super friendly and caring and washed our clothes after the hike (only place in Santa Marta that would do it for us after hours). they also organised a taxi. the facilities were really clean and well organised
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,052 reviews
Price from
US$15.84
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.

G
Garrit
From
Brazil
Alles, the people amazing, everything
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,481 reviews
Price from
US$34.71
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 8.9
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 243 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 4,237 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,692 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,481 reviews

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

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,481 reviews

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

From US$44.38 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 4,237 reviews

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

From US$30.61 per night

Casa Tunido

Santa Marta
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 234 reviews

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

From US$55.09 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,692 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$66.66 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 742 reviews

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

Baboon Hostel

Santa Marta
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 290 reviews

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

From US$35.93 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 837 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$35 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 658 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$27.15 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, 484 reviews

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

From US$53.89 per night

Hostel Musa Paradisiaca

Santa Marta
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 705 reviews

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

From US$28.74 per night

Hotel TNT Mirador

Taganga
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 428 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$62.76 per night

Tayrona Colors Hostel

Taganga
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 453 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$42.76 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.

Villa Mary Hostel

Taganga
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 24 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$11.98 per night

Hostel Nirvana Taganga

Taganga
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 148 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$83.84 per night

Hostal La Casa de Felipe

Taganga
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 102 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$53.93 per night

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La Quinta INN

Santa Marta
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 60 reviews

Situated in Santa Marta within 600 metres of Santa Marta Gold Museum and 800 metres of Simon Bolivar Park, La Quinta INN offers rooms with free WiFi.

From US$32.78 per night

hospedaje luna azul

Santa Marta
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 53 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$28.74 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$31.94 per night

hostal alquimista

Taganga
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 333 reviews

Hostal alquimista features a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and bar in Taganga.

From US$7.98 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$29.28 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$119.77 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$74.52 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$45.24 per night

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Hostels that guests love in Santa Marta

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Avg. price/night: US$66.66
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,692 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$29.28
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 361 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$30.61
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 4,237 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$44.38
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,481 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$29.28
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 361 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