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Rivera Hostel is a recently renovated guest house in Santa Marta near Salguero Beach. The property is around a 15-minute walk from El Rodadero Beach, 1.6 miles from Playa Cabo Tortuga, and 2.4 miles from Rodadero Sea Aquarium and Museum. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, full-day security, and free Wifi. At the guest house, the units come with a private bathroom. There is an on-site coffee shop. Sightseeing tours are available in the surrounding area. Santa Marta Cathedral is 4.3 miles from the guest house, while Santa Marta Marina is 4.4 miles away. Simón Bolívar International Airport is 5 miles from the property.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.8)


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Number of guests
 
1 full bed
1 twin bed
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1 full bed
2 twin beds
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2 full beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.8
Facilities
8.9
Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.1
Value for money
9.3
Location
8.8
Free Wifi
9.5
High score for Santa Marta

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Teresa
    Portugal Portugal
    Great hosts! Helped us with everything that we needed, for example we needed to go shopping and they gave us a ride. Also, took us to the airport for an extra.
  • D
    Daniela
    Colombia Colombia
    Muy amables Don Rafael y su familia, muy pendientes de todo lo que necesitábamos. El lugar es cómodo, el aire funciona bien y las camas son muy cómodas.
  • Angie
    Colombia Colombia
    La calidad de ser humanos de don Rafael y doña Amelia y sus hijos son excepcionales se siente uno como en casa , las habitaciones siempre están limpias y todos los días arreglan las habitaciones, el lugar está bien ubicado completamente satisfecha...
  • Yenifer
    Colombia Colombia
    El señor quw atiende super amable, nos ayudó hasta como uber porque por las fiestas de fin de año no conseguimos transporte. Los cuartos muy frescos
  • Vladímir
    Colombia Colombia
    Excelente la atención de don Rafael, su esposa e hijo. Son muy atentos , dispuestos a ayudarte en lo que necesitas. Y no puede faltar el café que tan amablemente nos brinda don Rafael.
  • Juliana
    Colombia Colombia
    Me gustó que fue fácil desplazarme hacia diferentes lugares tanto en bus urbano como taxi. Me gustó que hay lugares para comer bien, comprar frutas, medicamentos, etc. se consigue de todo muy cerca del hostal. La atención del señor Rafael es...
  • Guevara
    Colombia Colombia
    Muy buena la atención de don Rafael,siempre con buena energía y muy amable ,el alojamiento muy cerca al rodadero y rodeado de un excelente comercio
  • Arevalo
    Colombia Colombia
    El servicio es para mi el apartado más importante y el brindado por do Rafael y su familia es único. Queda uno con ganas de volver y volveremos. Sin duda la ubicación, el aseo, la amabilidad, atención. Mejor dicho, todo. 100% recomendado
  • Castro
    Colombia Colombia
    Excelente atención, de parte del señor Rafa, su esposa e hijo. Un ambiente familiar, lugar tranquilo para descansar. Las habitaciones cómodas y un excelente aseo de las mismas. Esperamos volver a visitarlos.
  • Sara
    Spain Spain
    al atención de rafa excelente! gracias a el disfrutamos santa marta más de los esperado. limpio y agradable ! repetiríamos sin dudarlo !

Area info

Amenities of Rivera Hostel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.9

Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom

Pets
Pets are allowed. No extra charges.

Food & Drink

  • Coffee house on site

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

Parking
No parking available.

Front Desk Services

  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/out
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-in/out
  • 24-hour front desk

Entertainment & Family Services

  • Board games/Puzzles

Cleaning Services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Suit press
    Additional charge
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
  • Laundry
    Additional charge

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • 24-hour security

General

  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge

Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Spanish

House rules
Rivera Hostel takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM
Check-out
From 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
Cash only
This property only accepts cash payments.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that guests can use the kitchen for an extra 10% of total price of the reservation. Terms and conditions apply

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

License number: 134153

FAQs about Rivera Hostel

  • The nearest beach is 2,150 feet from Rivera Hostel. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Rivera Hostel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Room options at Rivera Hostel include:

      • Double
      • Triple
      • Quad
    • The prices at Rivera Hostel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Rivera Hostel is 3.7 miles from the center of Santa Marta. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Check-in at Rivera Hostel is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.