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Situated in Santa Marta, Viajero Santa Marta Hostel features accommodation with a terrace swimming pool and a rooftop bar with a city view. Less than 1 km from Santa Marta Cathedral and a 13-minute walk from Santa Marta Marina, the property offers a garden and a terrace. There is a restaurant inside the hotel open for guests and general public.

The facilities were pretty, modern and the view from the rooftop is incredible. The staff were friendly and helpful and the rooms were comfy and the bathrooms quite lovely.

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9.2
Superb
2,932 reviews
Price from
55 zł
per night

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. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property.

The hostel is super nice and cozy. It is well located in the centre of Santa Marta. The private room I stayed in was very spacious and confortable and Ac worked very well. Free breakfast was tasty and satisfying. The staff and owner are so friendly that they make you feel at home. The atmosphere and vibes are great! Highly recommended!

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9.3
Superb
420 reviews
Price from
37 zł
per night

Cacao Hostel Santa Marta has an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a terrace and bar in Santa Marta. The property is around 2.9 km from Playaca Beach, 1.2 km from Simon Bolivar Park and 1.7 km from Santa Marta Marina. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property.

Staff and facilities are great, safe place

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9
Superb
676 reviews
Price from
28 zł
per night

Featuring an outdoor swimming pool, Hotel Santa Marta Tropical is located in Santa Marta in the Magdalena region, 2.4 km from Bello Horizonte and 11 km from Rodadero Sea Aquarium and Museum. The property is around 14 km from Santa Marta Cathedral, 14 km from Santa Marta Marina and 15 km from Santa Marta Gold Museum. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property.

At the hostel every room is equipped with a private bathroom with a shower.

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9.3
Superb
19 reviews
Price from
108 zł
per night

Located 2.1 km from Playaca Beach, Hostal Las Guaduas provides rooms with air conditioning in Santa Marta. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a shared lounge, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The accommodation features a concierge service, and organising tours for guests.

An American breakfast is available daily at the hostel.

Beautiful decoration / really clean / the breakfast / the sympathy of the employees really friendly and helpful / the airco The price

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9.3
Superb
21 reviews
Price from
50 zł
per night

At the hostel, every room is fitted with a balcony with a city view. All units at Casa Pistacho are equipped with a private bathroom and bed linen.

Rodadero Sea Aquarium and Museum is 26 km from Casa Pistacho. The nearest airport is Simón Bolívar International, 28 km from the hostel, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

The host ware verry friendly and the comunication was easy. The view from the balkony was amazing. We would definitely go there again.

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9.4
Superb
25 reviews
Price from
125 zł
per night

Set in Santa Marta, 700 metres from Playa Cabo Tortuga, Casa de Mony offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. The property is located less than 1 km from Bello Horizonte, 8.4 km from Rodadero Sea Aquarium and Museum and 11 km from Santa Marta Cathedral. The hostel provides an indoor pool and a shared kitchen and free WiFi.

How warm is Yesenia. She was open to solve everything we needed and made special arrangements for us

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9.3
Superb
30 reviews
Price from
961 zł
per night

Ideally situated in Santa Marta, Distrito Hostel features air-conditioned rooms, a terrace, free WiFi and a bar. The property is situated 2.8 km from Lipe Beach, less than 1 km from Santa Marta Gold Museum and a 10-minute walk from Simon Bolivar Park. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen, a 24-hour front desk and currency exchange for guests.

It's better than the pictures. The beds are very comfortable.

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8.7
Fabulous
1,509 reviews
Price from
25 zł
per night

Well set in Santa Marta, La Brisa Loca Hostel provides air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace. The property features a bar, as well as a restaurant serving American cuisine. The hostel features an indoor pool, karaoke and a 24-hour front desk.

Coworking space, nice place for meeting people. I recommend the 8 beds shared bedroom because there is less noise. The 8 shared bedroom is on Flamingo side, so the noise is not strong as in the other shared rooms.

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8.5
Very good
2,064 reviews
Price from
35 zł
per night

Conveniently situated in the middle of Santa Marta, República Bahía Santa Marta Hostel is 6 km from El Rodadero Beach. The property is located 300 metres from Santa Marta Cathedral and 100 metres from Santa Marta Gold Museum. The guest house features an outdoor swimming pool and a 24-hour front desk.

It’s actually one of the coolest hostels I’ve been to. They offer a lot of different activities and invite everybody to do to parties at nigh. It’s a beautiful building and even though the city is hot as hell, there are a/c on the rooms.

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8.7
Fabulous
5,053 reviews
Price from
46 zł
per night

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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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  • Viajero Santa Marta Hostel
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 2,932 reviews

    Situated in Santa Marta, Viajero Santa Marta Hostel features accommodation 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
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 420 reviews

    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.

    Airconditioning, close to the center, very friendly staff

  • Casa Pistacho
    Budget options available
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 25 reviews

    Located in Santa Marta, within 19 km of Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino and 22 km of Santa Marta Gold Museum, Casa Pistacho provides accommodation with a terrace and free WiFi as well as free private...

    Esta bien ubicado, excelentes vistas, bonitas instalaciones

  • La Brisa Loca Hostel
    Budget options available
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,061 reviews

    Well set in Santa Marta, La Brisa Loca Hostel provides air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace. The property features a bar, as well as a restaurant serving American cuisine.

    Awesome staff, good location, delicious breakfast!

  • República Bahía Santa Marta Hostel
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 5,052 reviews

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

    Clean, good atmosphere, nice people. Beautiful place.

  • Masaya Santa Marta
    Budget options available
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 2,309 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.

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

  • Playa del Ritmo Beach Hostel & Bar - Adults Only
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,090 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.

  • Panamerican Hostel
    Budget options available
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 289 reviews

    Located in Santa Marta, within 3 km of Lipe Beach and 500 metres of Santa Marta Marina, Panamerican Hostel provides free WiFi throughout the property.

    Location, value for money, friendliness of the staff

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

  • Casa de Mony
    Central location
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 30 reviews

    Set in Santa Marta, 700 metres from Playa Cabo Tortuga, Casa de Mony offers accommodation 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
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 19 reviews

    Featuring an outdoor swimming pool, Hotel Santa Marta Tropical is located in Santa Marta in the Magdalena region, 2.4 km from Bello Horizonte and 11 km from Rodadero Sea Aquarium and Museum.

    Excelente servicio, habitaciones cómodas y limpias

  • Glamping Bio Coliving Tayrona
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 3 reviews

    Situated in Santa Marta, 9.1 km from Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino, Glamping Bio Coliving Tayrona features accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

  • Cacao Hostel Santa Marta
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 676 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.

  • Hostal Españolete
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 504 reviews

    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.

    Nice hostel and great staff! Thanks Irma and Daniel!

  • Casa Avelina Boutique Hostel
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 594 reviews

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

    La amabilidad del personal, el lugar es muy cómodo y amplio

  • La Guaca Hostel Santa Marta
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 584 reviews

    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.

    good hostel, luggage storage and lockers. breakfast was good

  • Gagaka Rua hostel
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 875 reviews

    Conveniently set in 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.

  • La Quinta INN
    Central location
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 19 reviews

    Offering free WiFi throughout the property, La Quinta INN is situated in Santa Marta, 2.5 km from Playaca Beach and 600 metres from Santa Marta Gold Museum.

    El sitio estaba bien, a 10 min caminando del centro

  • Casamar Hostel
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 35 reviews

    Featuring a terrace, a restaurant as well as a bar, Casamar Hostel is set in the centre of Santa Marta, 500 metres from Bahía de Santa Marta Beach.

    La atención del personal. Nos brindó una atención excelente

  • Casa Tunido
    Central location
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 277 reviews

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

    Great place, amazing staff and delicious breakfast

  • Baboon Hostel
    Central location
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 214 reviews

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

    Everything was just perfect. Clean, comfortable, nice.

  • Distrito Hostel
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,509 reviews

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

    Clean, cheap and new. :) We came back here three times.

  • Hostel Boutique Musa Paradisiaca
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 419 reviews

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

    Todo, súper limpio y acogedor, el personal muy amable y atento.

  • Dreamer Santa Marta
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 721 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
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 289 reviews

    Calma Chicha is set on the beachfront in Santa Marta, a few steps from Playa de Mendihuaca and a few steps from Guachaca Beach.

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

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

    Hostal velero relax is situated on the beachfront in Santa Marta, a few steps from Playa de Mendihuaca and a few steps from Guachaca Beach.

    La atención es muy buena, además se escucha el mar

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

    Situated in Santa Marta, 400 metres from El Rodadero Beach, Hotel Zamay Plus features accommodation 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
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,632 reviews

    Situated in Santa Marta, 1.3 km from Salguero Beach, The Chill in Mansion Hostel Santa Marta features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

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

  • Casa Escollera
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 236 reviews

    Offering a sun terrace, Casa Escollera is located in Santa Marta in the Magdalena Region, 700 metres from El Rodadero Beach. Free WiFi is featured and free private parking is available on site.

    La atención del administrador y sus espacios. Hermoso lugar

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

    Attractively located in the centre of Santa Marta, hospedaje luna azul is within 200 metres of Bahía de Santa Marta Beach and 500 metres of Santa Marta Cathedral.

    Son muy amables y con mucho carisma los empleados.

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

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

    El anfitrión super amable y servicial, excelente servicio!

  • Aroha Villana Hostel
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,239 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.

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

  • Ayenda Hotel Muleke
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 34 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.

    Amplio limpio y cercas de la universidad del Magdalena

  • The Cantamar Beach Hostel
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,748 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
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 343 reviews

    Located in Santa Marta historic centre, 200 metres 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
    7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,333 reviews

    Situated in Santa Marta, 800 metres from the historical center, La Bella Samaria Hostel Boutique features a sun terrace and views of the city. Taganga is 4.8 km from the property.

    The style of this hostel is amazing! Very central.

  • Hellen House playa rodadero Santa Marta
    6.7
    Scored 6.7
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 3 reviews

    Located in Santa Marta, within a few steps of El Rodadero Beach and 2.1 km of Salguero Beach, Hellen House playa rodadero Santa Marta provides accommodation with a shared lounge and free WiFi...

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Hostels that guests love in Santa Marta

  • Avg. price/night: 268.97 zł
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 2,932 reviews
    Reception staff is wonderful. However the team running the bars and restaurants are pretty standoffish. They’re more interested in chatting to each other than noticing your third attempt at getting their attention. Location is good and close to walled city, though can seem a bit unsafe at night. Other major hostel chains are in better locations.
    Misha
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: 90.87 zł
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 713 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 traveller
  • Avg. price/night: 307.44 zł
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 5,052 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 traveller
  • Avg. price/night: 198.55 zł
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 2,309 reviews
    The best hostel ever!
    Traveler123
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: 132.08 zł
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 721 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 traveller
  • 8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 582 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: 159.07 zł
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,061 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 traveller
  • Avg. price/night: 100.97 zł
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 420 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 traveller
  • Avg. price/night: 307.44 zł
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 5,052 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 traveller
  • Avg. price/night: 159.07 zł
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,061 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
    People with friends

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