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Life is Good Cartagena Hostel, hotel in Cartagena de Indias

Life is Good Cartagena Hostel has a garden, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Cartagena de Indias. The property is close to Cartagena's Walls, Palace of the Inquisition and Bolivar Park.

Staff Great breakfast Great location
Scored 9.2
9.2
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
580 reviews
Price from$80.40per night
Makena La Boquilla Beach Hostel, hotel in Cartagena de Indias

Located in Cartagena de Indias and with La Boquilla Beach reachable within a 2-minute walk, Makena La Boquilla Beach Hostel provides concierge services, allergy-free rooms, a garden, free WiFi...

Friendly and nice people.
Scored 9.1
9.1
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
215 reviews
Price from$44.53per night
Hostal Casa de las Americas, hotel in Cartagena de Indias

Hostal Casa de las Americas features air-conditioned rooms in the Getsemani district of Cartagena de Indias. The property is located 1.4 mi from Cartagena's Walls, 1.6 mi from Cartagena's Gold Museum....

It was safe, well located, very clean, and the staff was warm and friendly.
Scored 9.4
9.4
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
484 reviews
Price from$71.74per night
Hostal 1811, hotel in Cartagena de Indias

Located in a colonial area and offering free WiFi, Hostal 1811 offers accommodations in Cartagena de Indias. The San Felipe de Barajas castle is 2625 feet from the property.

Location
Scored 8.0
8.0
Rated very good
Very Good
2,034 reviews
Price from$34.08per night
Santuario Getsemani Hostel, hotel in Cartagena de Indias

Santuario Getsemani Hostel in Cartagena de Indias provides adults only accommodations with a garden, a shared lounge and a bar.

The staff was very friendly and helpful, the location is also very good.
Scored 8.3
8.3
Rated very good
Very Good
1,739 reviews
Price from$32.97per night
CASA MOVIDA HOSTEL, hotel in Cartagena de Indias

Conveniently set in the center of Cartagena de Indias, CASA MOVIDA HOSTEL provides air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge.

Location and confort
Scored 8.5
8.5
Rated very good
Very Good
2,002 reviews
Price from$92.52per night
Viajero Cartagena Hostel, hotel in Cartagena de Indias

Viajero Cartagena Hostel has a garden, shared lounge, a restaurant and bar in Cartagena de Indias. Featuring a tour desk, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace.

Staff was friendly and did a great job of socializing everyone. A lot of places to be social or chill out and be by yourself if desired. Everything was VERY clean.
Scored 8.3
8.3
Rated very good
Very Good
2,430 reviews
Price from$87.62per night
República Hostel Cartagena, hotel in Cartagena de Indias

Offering an outdoor pool and terrace, República Hostel Cartagena. Is located in the San Diego district in Cartagena de Indias. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar.

The bed was comfortable and I liked the private space that each bed had. The bathroom inside the room was alright, not messy.
Scored 8.3
8.3
Rated very good
Very Good
2,553 reviews
Price from$38.74per night
The Clock Hostel & Suites, hotel in Cartagena de Indias

Well situated in Cartagena de Indias, The Clock Hostel & Suites provides air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge.

Scored 8.3
8.3
Rated very good
Very Good
2,703 reviews
Price from$34.63per night
Casa Del Pozo Boutique Hostel, hotel in Cartagena de Indias

Casa Del Pozo Boutique Hostel has an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a shared lounge and restaurant in Cartagena de Indias.

staff is nice netflix room has ps4
Scored 8.4
8.4
Rated very good
Very Good
1,152 reviews
Price from$29.69per night
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Budget travelers know there's 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 little more.
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  • Makena La Boquilla Beach Hostel
    Scored 9.1
    9.1
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 215 reviews

    Located in Cartagena de Indias and with La Boquilla Beach reachable within a 2-minute walk, Makena La Boquilla Beach Hostel provides concierge services, allergy-free rooms, a garden, free WiFi...

    Very clean, quiet tranquile localitionin front of the beach

  • Life is Good Cartagena Hostel
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 580 reviews

    Life is Good Cartagena Hostel has a garden, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Cartagena de Indias. The property is close to Cartagena's Walls, Palace of the Inquisition and Bolivar Park.

    Good location, clean, quiet, extremely kind staff. I would go back there!

  • Hostal Casa de las Americas
    Scored 9.4
    9.4
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 484 reviews

    Hostal Casa de las Americas features air-conditioned rooms in the Getsemani district of Cartagena de Indias. The property is located 1.4 mi from Cartagena's Walls, 1.6 mi from Cartagena's Gold Museum.

    The place was quiet and central but most of all, the owner was friendly and helpful

  • Casa Del Pozo Boutique Hostel
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 1,152 reviews

    Casa Del Pozo Boutique Hostel has an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a shared lounge and restaurant in Cartagena de Indias.

    Very friendly and helpful staff Nice breakfast included

  • Viajero Cartagena Hostel
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 2,430 reviews

    Viajero Cartagena Hostel has a garden, shared lounge, a restaurant and bar in Cartagena de Indias. Featuring a tour desk, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace.

    Lovely staff, especially rafael helped us really well

  • Hostal Casa Torres Centro Historico - Adults Only
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 827 reviews

    Well situated in Cartagena de Indias, Hostal Casa Torres Centro Historico - Adults Only has air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge and free WiFi.

    Central, clean, breakfast included, ac in the rooms

  • Hostal La Guaca
    Budget options available
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 376 reviews

    Located in Cartagena de Indias, Hostal La Guaca features a garden, terrace, bar, and free WiFi throughout the property.

    Personale molto gentile Ti fanno sentire a casa tua

  • San Felicin Hostel
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 754 reviews

    Boasting a restaurant, bar and views of city, San Felicin Hostel is located in Cartagena de Indias, 2 mi from Steps of La Popa Mount.

    very clean bathroom, bathroom only for my room, friendly staff

Great access to the city center! Check these hostels in Cartagena de Indias

  • Casa Tamarindo
    Scored 10.0
    10.0
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 1 review

    Located in Cartagena de Indias, within 1.8 miles of Marbella Beach and a 19-minute walk of San Felipe de Barajas Castle, Casa Tamarindo has accommodations with a terrace and free WiFi throughout the...

  • Casa Playa Boquilla
    Scored 10.0
    10.0
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 1 review

    Located in Cartagena de Indias, within a few steps of La Boquilla Beach and 1.9 miles of Crespo Beach, Casa Playa Boquilla has accommodations with a shared lounge and free WiFi throughout the property...

  • AcuaVista Hostel
    Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 1 review

    Located within a 8-minute walk of Marbella Beach and one mile of Crespo Beach, AcuaVista Hostel provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Cartagena de Indias.

  • Habitacion Economica en Cartagena
    Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 2 reviews

    Habitacion Economica en Cartagena is offering accommodations in Cartagena de Indias.

  • DORADO PLAZA GETSEMANI
    Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 192 reviews

    Located in Cartagena de Indias and with Marbella Beach reachable within a 13-minute walk, DORADO PLAZA GETSEMANI provides a tour desk, non-smoking rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi throughout the...

    Great location, security at the door, friendly staff

  • Hostal El Bando
    Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 602 reviews

    Hostal El Bando has an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a shared lounge and terrace in Cartagena de Indias.

    Best hotel staff I have met. Super friendly and helpful.

  • Los Patios Hostel
    Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 328 reviews

    Featuring common areas for reading and relaxing, Los Patios Hostel offers free Wi-Fi and massage services in Cartagena. Bocagrande beach area is 3.1 mi away.

    Very friendly staff, perfect facilities, nice rooftop

  • La 10B
    Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 377 reviews

    Located in Cartagena de Indias, within 1.1 miles of Marbella Beach and 1.2 miles of Bocagrande Beach, La 10B has accommodations with a garden and a shared lounge, and free WiFi.

    A super friendly and helpful host! Would love to come back.

  • Casa Torices Real 12
    Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 380 reviews

    The peaceful Casa Torices is located in Cartagena de Indias just 0.6 mi from the beach where you can enjoy a variety of activities, and 1640 feet from the transport services to Santa Marta and...

    The entire staff is very nice and very helpful! I do recommend it !!

  • El Barrio Hostal
    Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 858 reviews

    Attractively set in Cartagena de Indias, El Barrio Hostal has air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge and free WiFi.

    Everything was perfect! I highly recommend this place!

  • Pachamama Hostel Cartagena
    Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 23 reviews

    Pachamama Hostel Cartagena is located in Cartagena's Getsemaní neighborhood. Free WiFi access is available. Each room here will provide you with air conditioning and private bathroom with shower.

    La ubicación fue excelente, el trato del personal super atento y la habitación hermosa y limpia

  • Casa de Playa Nativo
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 75 reviews

    Set in front of the sea in Cartagena de Indias in the Boquilla area and featuring a garden, Casa de Playa Nativo is located 1.8 mi from Centro de Convenciones Las Américas and 4.1 mi from Rafael Núñez...

    La amabilidad y atención de don Ángel es excelente.

  • CASA MOVIDA HOSTEL
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 2,002 reviews

    Conveniently set in the center of Cartagena de Indias, CASA MOVIDA HOSTEL provides air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge.

    Very nice place in the city center Very good vibe

  • Casa del Puerto Hostel & Suites
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 714 reviews

    Casa del Puerto Hostel & Suites features a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and bar in Cartagena de Indias.

    Easy to make friends as they have an activity every night

  • República Hostel Cartagena
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 2,553 reviews

    Offering an outdoor pool and terrace, República Hostel Cartagena. Is located in the San Diego district in Cartagena de Indias. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar.

    Great location, nice breakfast, bed are very private.

  • Casa Noa Colonial Rooms By SOHO
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 54 reviews

    Located in the Centro district in Cartagena de Indias, Casa Noa Colonial Rooms By SOHO offers 3-star rooms with free WiFi.

    Excelente ubicación y experiencia en el hotel! Volvería!

  • The Clock Hostel & Suites
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 2,703 reviews

    Well situated in Cartagena de Indias, The Clock Hostel & Suites provides air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge.

    everything was great. the hostel is very clean and comfy.

  • Santuario Getsemani Hostel
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 1,739 reviews

    Santuario Getsemani Hostel in Cartagena de Indias provides adults only accommodations with a garden, a shared lounge and a bar.

    Perfect location. Comfortabel room, quit big. Silence during the nights.

  • Hostel la Antigua Capsula
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 508 reviews

    Hostel la Antigua Capsula features a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and bar in Cartagena de Indias.

    Nice little hostel with good breakfast. Nice staff!

  • A orilla del mar en Baru Hostel Club
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 36 reviews

    Located in Cartagena de Indias, A orilla del mar en Baru Hostel Club offers beachfront accommodations a few steps from Playa Blanca and provides facilities like a garden, a restaurant and a bar.

    No hubo desayuno. Pero la gente es bien amable y la ubicación es excelente

  • Hostal 1811
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 2,037 reviews

    Located in a colonial area and offering free WiFi, Hostal 1811 offers accommodations in Cartagena de Indias. The San Felipe de Barajas castle is 2625 feet from the property.

    Great location, good value for money, friendly staff.

  • La Viduka Hostel
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 103 reviews

    Located in Cartagena de Indias, La Viduka Hostel has a shared lounge, terrace, bar, and free WiFi throughout the property.

    Personal muy amable, buena ubicación, instalaciones limpias.

  • THE MANGO TREE HOSTEL 4:20
    Scored 7.8
    7.8
    Rated good
    Good
     · 598 reviews

    Located in Cartagena de Indias and with Marbella Beach reachable within a 15-minute walk, THE MANGO TREE HOSTEL 4:20 provides concierge services, rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the property and...

    staff was nice and lovely, I like them but only them

  • Peregrinos Hostel Cartagena de Indias
    Scored 7.7
    7.7
    Rated good
    Good
     · 40 reviews

    Well situated in the Manga district of Cartagena de Indias, Peregrinos Hostel Cartagena de Indias is located 1.6 miles from Marbella Beach, 1.7 miles from Bocagrande Beach and 1.9 miles from...

    bien situé, propre, personnel très gentil et accueillant!!!

  • Hostal Casa Mathias
    Scored 7.5
    7.5
    Rated good
    Good
     · 108 reviews

    Located in Cartagena de Indias, Hostal Casa Mathias has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi.

    La calidad del hermano que estaba de recepcionista

  • Hostal Casa de Barajas
    Scored 7.5
    7.5
    Rated good
    Good
     · 471 reviews

    Hostal Casa de Barajas is located in Cartagena de Indias, 1.7 miles from Bocagrande Beach and 2 miles from Steps of La Popa Mount.

    Getsemani reachable in 10 min walk. Friendly owners.

  • Hotel Ocean View
    Scored 7.4
    7.4
    Rated good
    Good
     · 329 reviews

    Featuring a shared lounge and a terrace, Hotel Ocean View is located in Cartagena de Indias, a 4-minute walk from Bocagrande Beach and 0.4 miles from Castillogrande Beach.

    La amabilidad de la encargada, super linda persona.

  • Media Luna Hostel Cartagena
    Scored 7.3
    7.3
    Rated good
    Good
     · 1,972 reviews

    Featuring an outdoor swimming pool, hammocks, and a garden, this hostel offers common kitchen and BBQ facilities, and a large terrace with splendid panoramic city views.

    everything, great staff, clean and free breakfast.

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  • Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 660 reviews
    The hostel is really clean and beautiful. The staff is friendly and helpful. I enjoyed the location which felt safe and there were no harrassing vendors in the area. Although it's a bit far, we walked to the historical center without problem even if it was dark. The breakfast was good! I was there with my 12 y.o. and he enjoyed it too. This was my sixth accommodation in Cartagena and so far the best quality for the price!
    Marie-Josee
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $19.08
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 65 reviews
    Cute low budget hostel in the real Cartagena de Indias (a bit off the tourst area but still close enough). Safe area, friendly staff.
    Damian
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $80.40
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 580 reviews
    Best hostel breakfast ever! Always a choice of fresh options, really substantial and was great every morning. Free coffee, drinking water and ice 24/7. Hostel is in a fab location and the staff were incredible friendly and helpful - cheap laundry service too!
    Laura
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $91.01
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 496 reviews
    Piccolo angolo di paradiso nella colorata Getsemani. Hotel pacifico e tranquillo, con staff gentile ed estremamente di aiuto e alla mano. -- Cozy and family run hotel in a great location. Room was spacious and comfortable room with great AC, hammocks and rocking chairs in the homely lounge area. The couple who run this hostel really care. They helped us contact the police when we were unfortunately targeted by a scam on a beach in the outskirts of Cartagena, and their assistance helped us get out of things safe and evade the scam.
    Noah
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $80.40
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 580 reviews
    Best hostel we’ve ever stayed in, great location, lovely homely atmosphere but no 1 is the staff they are the best SO helpful and accommodating! Massive shout out to the wonderful Jorge who owns/runs the hostel who is truly one of the nicest people we’ve ever met and really made our stay in Cartagena as he gave us the best advice and really looked out for us, ensuring we had the best time.
    Meghan
    Young couple
  • Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 1,152 reviews
    This is probably one of the best hostels I've ever stayed at, and I've stayed at many. The location is amazing, the staff is lovely, the dorms are great and well equipped (curtains on beds, AC, own power plug and light by bed, locker), there are social areas to hang out, the breakfast is great and there is someone at reception 24/7, so it's very safe. There's even a Netflix room. And the cats are sweet. I was even able to use the pool and shower before check-in, as I arrived early.
    Andrea
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $81.14
    Scored 7.3
    7.3
    Rated good
    Good
     · 1,972 reviews
    Perfect stay for me: great location & facilities, very nice staff, relaxed atmosphere (particularly around the pool), deli breakfast, kind of party hostel but not too loud/long, everything was clean ( I don’t understand other reviews), this was one of the best hostels I stayed during my six weeks in Colombia! 😃
    Juan
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $36.87
    Scored 8.2
    8.2
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 1,985 reviews
    A great location with an excellent breakfast (choice of savoury or sweet pancakes, juice and unlimited coffee) and the lady at the breakfast was so lovely, she went out of her way to ask us about our trip and what we were doing next. The aircon in the private en-suite room was great. The hostel felt safe as the front door was locked and someone had to let you in and out.
    Faye
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $89.04
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 2,430 reviews
    viajero cartagena is a hostel with very much of backpackers vibe. and very convivial. easy to meet some new people.
    Sascha
    Travelers with friends
  • Avg. price/night: $38.34
    Scored 7.3
    7.3
    Rated good
    Good
     · 668 reviews
    Perfect for a budget traveller. Great location and felt safe at night. Kitchen is small but has everything you need.
    Annie
    Young couple

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