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Viajero Santa Marta Hostel, hotel in Santa Marta

Located in Santa Marta, Viajero Santa Marta Hostel features accommodations with a terrace swimming pool and a rooftop bar with a city view.

The pool at the rooftop is amazing. The restaurant offer amazing meals. You can ask at the bar or at the restaurant and they will refill your water bottle for free. I love the lockers and door system. Your bracelet will be your key for both. They have taxis at the door since Uber doesn’t work at the town.
Scored 9.2
9.2
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
2,916 reviews
Price from$48.43per night
Imagine hostel, hotel in Santa Marta

Located in Santa Marta, a 10-minute walk from Bahía de Santa Marta Beach, Imagine hostel has air-conditioned rooms and a bar. A hot tub and a bicycle rental service are available for guests.

The staff was so nice and accommodating. The hostel is clean and a great value. It is an easy walk to the bus to MInca. Definitely recommend.
Scored 9.3
9.3
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
430 reviews
Price from$24.78per night
Hotel Santa Marta Tropical, hotel in Santa Marta

Featuring an outdoor swimming pool, Hotel Santa Marta Tropical is located in Santa Marta in the Magdalena region, 1.5 miles from Bello Horizonte and 6.8 miles from Rodadero Sea Aquarium and Museum.

Scored 9.0
9.0
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
21 reviews
Price from$23.54per night
Hostal Las Guaduas, hotel in Santa Marta

Located 1.3 miles from Playaca Beach, Hostal Las Guaduas provides rooms with air conditioning in Santa Marta.

Scored 9.4
9.4
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
28 reviews
Price from$29.74per night
Glamping Bio Coliving Tayrona, hotel in Santa Marta

Located in Santa Marta, 5.6 miles from Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino, Glamping Bio Coliving Tayrona has accommodations with free bikes, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a garden.

Scored 9.7
9.7
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
7 reviews
Price from$25.89per night
Casa Pistacho, hotel in Santa Marta

Located in Santa Marta, within 11 miles of Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino and 14 miles of Santa Marta Gold Museum, Casa Pistacho provides accommodations with a terrace and free WiFi as well as free...

Scored 9.3
9.3
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
26 reviews
Price from$34.69per night
Casa de Mony, hotel in Santa Marta

Located in Santa Marta, a 8-minute walk from Playa Cabo Tortuga, Casa de Mony has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

How warm is Yesenia. She was open to solve everything we needed and made special arrangements for us
Scored 9.3
9.3
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
30 reviews
Price from$198.25per night
La Brisa Loca Hostel, hotel in Santa Marta

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

Location and menu.
Scored 8.5
8.5
Rated very good
Very Good
2,123 reviews
Price from$39.50per night
Playa del Ritmo Beach Hostel & Bar - Adults Only, hotel in 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.

The people were so nice and helpful, very sweet. The restaurant had very good food and juices and the breakfast was very good.
Scored 8.9
8.9
Rated excellent
Excellent
1,105 reviews
Price from$30.83per night
Masaya Santa Marta, hotel in Santa Marta

This modern hostel is located in the heart of Santa Marta, just 1312 feet from the bay. It features free Wi-Fi, 2 swimming pools and a terrace with excellent views of the city.

Everything was quite nice, the location is good, the staff is helpful and the hostel is very pretty
Scored 8.9
8.9
Rated excellent
Excellent
2,347 reviews
Price from$48.73per 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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  • Viajero Santa Marta Hostel
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 2,915 reviews

    Located in Santa Marta, Viajero Santa Marta Hostel features accommodations with a terrace swimming pool and a rooftop bar with a city view.

    Excellent place to stay, thanks to Julius for his advice.

  • Imagine hostel
    Budget options available
    Scored 9.3
    9.3
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 430 reviews

    Located in Santa Marta, a 10-minute walk from Bahía de Santa Marta Beach, Imagine hostel has air-conditioned rooms and a bar. A hot tub and a bicycle rental service are available for guests.

    Airconditioning, close to the center, very friendly staff

  • Casa Pistacho
    Budget options available
    Scored 9.3
    9.3
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 26 reviews

    Located in Santa Marta, within 11 miles of Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino and 14 miles of Santa Marta Gold Museum, Casa Pistacho provides accommodations with a terrace and free WiFi as well as free...

    Esta bien ubicado, excelentes vistas, bonitas instalaciones

  • La Brisa Loca Hostel
    Budget options available
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 2,123 reviews

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

    Awesome staff, good location, delicious breakfast!

  • República Bahía Santa Marta Hostel
    Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 5,090 reviews

    Conveniently located in the middle of Santa Marta, República Bahía Santa Marta Hostel is 3.7 mi from El Rodadero Beach.

    Clean, good atmosphere, nice people. Beautiful place.

  • Masaya Santa Marta
    Budget options available
    Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 2,347 reviews

    This modern hostel is located in the heart of Santa Marta, just 1312 feet from the bay. It features free Wi-Fi, 2 swimming pools and a terrace with excellent views of the city.

    Dorm rooms had good space and a blind for privacy. Bathroom was clean

  • Playa del Ritmo Beach Hostel & Bar - Adults Only
    Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 1,105 reviews

    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.

    It is next to the beach, a very call and chill place.

  • Gagaka Rua hostel
    Budget options available
    Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 887 reviews

    Well located in the center of Santa Marta, Gagaka Rua hostel provides air-conditioned rooms, an outdoor swimming pool, free WiFi and a garden.

    Breakfast was really good. The staff went out of there way to help you.

Great access to the city center! Check these hostels in Santa Marta

  • Glamping Bio Coliving Tayrona
    Scored 9.7
    9.7
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 7 reviews

    Located in Santa Marta, 5.6 miles from Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino, Glamping Bio Coliving Tayrona has accommodations with free bikes, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a garden.

  • Hostal Las Guaduas
    Scored 9.4
    9.4
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 28 reviews

    Located 1.3 miles from Playaca Beach, Hostal Las Guaduas provides rooms with air conditioning in Santa Marta.

    Relación precio calidad y la persona que nos atendió fue muy amable

  • Casa de Mony
    Central location
    Scored 9.3
    9.3
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 30 reviews

    Located in Santa Marta, a 8-minute walk from Playa Cabo Tortuga, Casa de Mony has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

    La atención fue espectacular! El desayuno muy rico y apreciado.

  • Hotel Santa Marta Tropical
    Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 21 reviews

    Featuring an outdoor swimming pool, Hotel Santa Marta Tropical is located in Santa Marta in the Magdalena region, 1.5 miles from Bello Horizonte and 6.8 miles from Rodadero Sea Aquarium and Museum.

    Excelente servicio, habitaciones cómodas y limpias

  • Casa Tunido
    Central location
    Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 277 reviews

    In a prime location in the center of Santa Marta, Casa Tunido provides air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a terrace.

    Nice place, very clean, kind staff, competitive price.

  • Cacao Hostel Santa Marta
    Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 695 reviews

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

    Good hostel Michele at the receltion has help me very well.

  • Casa Avelina Boutique Hostel
    Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 599 reviews

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

    A beautiful house, with a comfortable bed, and a good restaurant.

  • La Guaca Hostel Santa Marta
    Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 614 reviews

    Offering an outdoor pool and a terrace with hammocks, La Guaca Hostel is located 0.6 mi from the beach in Santa Marta. Free WiFi access is available.

    good hostel, luggage storage and lockers. breakfast was good

  • Hostal Españolete
    Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 504 reviews

    Offering a restaurant, Hostal Españolete is located 164 feet from the bay, behind of Plaza Simon Bolivar. Free WiFi access is available in all rooms. The property is set in a colonial building.

    Nice hostel and great staff! Thanks Irma and Daniel!

  • La Quinta INN
    Central location
    Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 26 reviews

    Located in Santa Marta, La Quinta INN has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi.

    El sitio estaba bien, a 10 min caminando del centro

  • Casamar Hostel
    Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 36 reviews

    Featuring a terrace, a restaurant as well as a bar, Casamar Hostel is located in the center of Santa Marta, a 6-minute walk from Bahía de Santa Marta Beach.

    La atención del personal. Nos brindó una atención excelente

  • Baboon Hostel
    Central location
    Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 223 reviews

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

    Everything was just perfect. Clean, comfortable, nice.

  • Distrito Hostel
    Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 1,512 reviews

    Ideally located in the center of Santa Marta, Distrito Hostel has air-conditioned rooms, a terrace, free WiFi and a bar.

    Good wifi, clean rooms, nice helpful staff and great location

  • Dreamer Santa Marta
    Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 715 reviews

    Offering an outdoor swimming pool, a garden with hammocks, a kitchen, and a small bar with a pool table, The Dreamer Hostel has rooms with free Wi-Fi in a calm area of Santa Marta city.

    Clean, comfortable and the breakfast was really nice.

  • Calma Chicha
    Central location
    Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 285 reviews

    Calma Chicha is located on the beachfront in Santa Marta, a few steps from Playa de Mendihuaca and a 0-minute walk from Guachaca Beach.

    Amazing room, great idea of no window, big bathroom.

  • Hostal velero relax
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 191 reviews

    Hostal velero relax is located on the beachfront in Santa Marta, a few steps from Playa de Mendihuaca and a 0-minute walk from Guachaca Beach.

    La atención es muy buena, además se escucha el mar

  • Casa Escollera
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 225 reviews

    Offering a sun terrace, Casa Escollera is located in Santa Marta in the Magdalena Region, 2297 feet from El Rodadero Beach. Free WiFi is featured and free private parking is available on site.

    La paz y tranquilidad que se siente. Es cómo estar en casa.

  • Hotel Zamay Plus
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 809 reviews

    Located in Santa Marta, a 4-minute walk from El Rodadero Beach, Hotel Zamay Plus has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

    La amabilidad de su personal, instalaciónes impecable.

  • The Chill in Mansion Hostel Santa Marta
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 1,641 reviews

    Located in Santa Marta, a 15-minute walk from Salguero Beach, The Chill in Mansion Hostel Santa Marta has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

    Very sweet staff, great pool area, nice room and shower.

  • hospedaje luna azul
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 59 reviews

    Attractively located in the center of Santa Marta, hospedaje luna azul is within a 2-minute walk of Bahía de Santa Marta Beach and 600 yards of Santa Marta Cathedral.

    Son muy amables y con mucho carisma los empleados.

  • Hotel Casamart Rodadero
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 810 reviews

    Hotel Casamart Rodadero has a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and bar in Santa Marta. Featuring a concierge service, this property also provides guests with an outdoor pool.

    Good price. Small but nice pool. Nice common area. Clean bathroom.

  • Hostal Santa Maria City
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 153 reviews

    Well located in the center of Santa Marta, Hostal Santa Maria City provides air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace.

    Super accueil, aide pour les informations. Pas cher

  • Aroha Villana Hostel
    Scored 7.9
    7.9
    Rated good
    Good
     · 1,234 reviews

    Offering an outdoor swimming pool, Aroha Villana Boutique is located 328 feet from Santa Marta cathedral and 984 feet from Santa Marta Beach. Free Wi-Fi access is available in all areas.

    Really nice and cheap hostel with a lot of beautiful details.

  • Panamerican Hostel
    Scored 7.9
    7.9
    Rated good
    Good
     · 320 reviews

    Located in Santa Marta, Panamerican Hostel provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi.

    Location, value for money, friendliness of the staff

  • Ayenda Hotel Muleke
    Scored 7.8
    7.8
    Rated good
    Good
     · 36 reviews

    Located within one mile of Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino and 2.3 miles of Santa Marta Cathedral, Ayenda Hotel Muleke provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Santa Marta.

    Amplio limpio y cercas de la universidad del Magdalena

  • The Cantamar Beach Hostel
    Scored 7.7
    7.7
    Rated good
    Good
     · 1,718 reviews

    The Cantamar Beach Hostel features an outdoor swimming pool, shared lounge, a terrace and restaurant in Santa Marta.

    La atención, el lugar, esa vista al mar que enamora

  • Hostel Santa Marta
    Scored 7.7
    7.7
    Rated good
    Good
     · 342 reviews

    Located in Santa Marta historic center, 656 feet from the bay, Hostel Santa Marta features an indoor swimming pool, a fully equipped common kitchen, and a common TV room.

    Un buen precio por una habitación con baño privado

  • Casa La Bella Samaria Boutique
    Scored 7.3
    7.3
    Rated good
    Good
     · 1,317 reviews

    Located in Santa Marta, 2625 feet from the historical center, La Bella Samaria Hostel Boutique features a sun terrace and views of the city. Taganga is 3 mi from the property.

    The style of this hostel is amazing! Very central.

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Hostels that guests love in Santa Marta

  • Avg. price/night: $24.78
    Scored 9.3
    9.3
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 430 reviews
    The nicest hostel I stayed in Colombia 🇨🇴. Staff were lovely ✔️ Safe ✔️ Great air-conditioning ✔️ Larger than expected room ✔️ Comfy bed ✔️ Quiet ✔️
    nicholas
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $22.30
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 732 reviews
    Great location close to the entry of Tayrona National Park. The natural springs pool (and the natural beauty of the hostel) were the highlights of my stay. Relaxing in the pool watching hummingbirds and seeing a family of monkeys the afternoon I arrived were a couple of my top memories. The older lady (owner's mom, I believe) and front desk woman were very friendly and helpful. Very quiet room and quality sleep. Happy to have been able to leave a piece of luggage there for a couple of days without additional cost.
    Brian
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $59.85
    Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 5,090 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!
    Claudia
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $59.50
    Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 2,347 reviews
    The best hostel ever!
    Traveler123
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $54.03
    Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 715 reviews
    Such a great hostel. Has everything you need. Super chill. Lovely staff. Great location. Awesome pool. Solid set up overall. And has both AC and non-AC dorms (bliss for AC haters like myself).
    TravelAlly
    Solo traveler
  • Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 574 reviews
    Lovely decor. Great location. It felt very safe. The kitchen was small but well equipped and very clean. The staff were super helpful despite us not speaking Spanish. The laundry was quick and cheap.
    Verity
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $43.32
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 2,123 reviews
    Great location,great staff and roof top bar on top of hostel with cheap beer...the best hostel where l stay in Colombia
    Marko Koshturich
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $24.78
    Scored 9.3
    9.3
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 430 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.
    Benjamin
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $59.85
    Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 5,090 reviews
    I loved the building in which the hostel is located. Beautiful colonial architecture, with a small pool in the patio. The room was big and the style of the bunk beds was offering a lot of privacy. The hostel has a great location, 2 minutes from the beach and one block from the street with all the restaurants. Also has an amazing vibe, being a great place for digital nomads.
    Cristina
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $43.32
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 2,123 reviews
    The hostel is gorgeous, with a beautiful pool, great top floor terrace and chill-out zone. Shared bathrooms very decent. Very comfy shared room beds with curtains, personal light, big lockers. Staff super nice Great restaurant selection and at cheap prices We were on a weekend and there was a party on the top floor, very nice! Great location.
    Blanca
    Travelers with friends

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