Set within 1.4 km of María Reina Metropolitan Cathedral and 1.6 km of Peace Square, Hostal El Recreo offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Barranquilla. The property is situated 1.9 km from Amira de la Rosa Theater, 2.2 km from The Carnavals House and 2 km from Museum of the Atlantic. Free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk and full-day security are featured. The guest house offers a seating area with a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with free toiletries and shower. There is also a well-fitted kitchen in some of the units equipped with a microwave, a fridge, and kitchenware. The units feature bed linen. Sightseeing tours are available close to the property. Romantic Museum of Barranquilla is 2.6 km from the guest house, while Montoya Station is 3 km away. Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport is 11 km from the property.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.4 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.7)


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 single bed
1 large double bed
1 bunk bed
Bedroom 1
2 single beds
Bedroom 2
6 single beds
Bedroom 3
3 single beds
Bedroom 4
3 single beds
1 extra-large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.3
Facilities
8.6
Cleanliness
8.9
Comfort
8.6
Value for money
8.6
Location
8.7
Free WiFi
6.7
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Kate
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Very clean and satisfactory basement rooms, in the home of a welcoming and helpful Colombian couple. The beds are very comfortable. Cool and well-ventilated with really good air-conditioning. The house also has a lounge area on the ground...
  • Kristina
    Netherlands Netherlands
    Clean hostel with very helpful and friendly personnel.
  • Torres
    Colombia Colombia
    La cercanía de muchos puntos de supermercados y avenidas de gran circulación.
  • John
    Colombia Colombia
    La atención del personal muy atentos el lugar limpio huele muy bien
  • Jean
    Colombia Colombia
    Esta ubicado en un buen lugar, el precio es justo por las habitaciones e instalaciones. Gustavo es muy amable y te aconseja bien cuando no conoces la ciudad.
  • Alejo
    Colombia Colombia
    Un Excelente lugar a un buen precio, bien ubicado y muy tranquilo, volveriamos a alojarnos aqui.
  • Ana
    Colombia Colombia
    El hostal es super acogedor. La atencion del personal es excelente y son muy serviciales. Estoy muy feliz con la experiencia.
  • Juan
    Mexico Mexico
    Ubicación y cantidad de cuartos y camas. Aire acondicionado excelente en todas las habitaciones.
  • K
    Karol
    Peru Peru
    La atención fue muy buena! Fueron muy amables con nosotros al brindarnos todos los datos sobre comida, lugares para visitar, etc.
  • Paola
    Colombia Colombia
    El servicio es excelente,ĺas habitaciones son comodas y tranquilas

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Property surroundings

Facilities of Hostal El Recreo
Great facilities! Review score, 8.6

Most popular facilities

  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Non-smoking rooms

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

Kitchen

  • Dining table

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing

Living Area

  • Seating Area

Media & Technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.

Parking
No parking available.

Services

  • Daily housekeeping
    Additional charge
  • Wake-up service
  • Tour desk
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
  • 24-hour front desk

Reception services

  • Invoice provided

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security

General

  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms

Accessibility

  • Hearing accessible
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Languages spoken

  • Spanish

House rules
Hostal El Recreo takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 14:00 to 15:00
Check-out
From 12:00 to 12:30
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 6 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Adult (18+ years)
Extra bed upon request
COP 50,000 per person, per night

Prices for extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

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

There are no cots available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cash only
This property only accepts cash payments.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

License number: 74072

FAQs about Hostal El Recreo

  • Hostal El Recreo offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Check-in at Hostal El Recreo is from 14:00, and check-out is until 12:30.

    • The prices at Hostal El Recreo may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Room options at Hostal El Recreo include:

      • Single
      • Double
      • Triple
      • Apartment
    • Hostal El Recreo is 100 yards from the centre of Barranquilla. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.