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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.

This was my second stay at the hostel. The staff is really nice and helpful (special thanks to Maria), the pool/bar area is wonderful, and the dorms are very clean and spacious. And there's hot water in the shower!

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9.2
Wonderful
2,930 reviews
Price from
£11
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 place is well located and very nicely decorated. The staff is very helpful and welcoming. It is a very cool place to relax! I enjoyed the breakfast and also the fresh juices available at the bar in the evening. There is also a lovely cat as a bonus! I highly recommend!

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9.3
Wonderful
420 reviews
Price from
£7
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.

Friendly staff, thanks to Alicia and everyone. All areas are cleaned daily.

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9
Wonderful
677 reviews
Price from
£6
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
Wonderful
19 reviews
Price from
£18
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
Wonderful
21 reviews
Price from
£10
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.

Beautiful balcony and very silent early morning when you have your coffee and you feel you are middle of Amazon and beautiful birds round

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9.4
Wonderful
25 reviews
Price from
£25
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
Wonderful
30 reviews
Price from
£160
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.

The ambience is very cozy. The airconditioning in the night was perfect. Friendly staff. Big bathroom.

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8.7
Excellent
1,512 reviews
Price from
£5
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.

Very authentic! Great atmosphere and party! Very cool concept

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8.5
Very Good
2,066 reviews
Price from
£9
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.

very nice atmosphere, affordable price for a very good location!

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8.7
Excellent
5,056 reviews
Price from
£9
per 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
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 2,930 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
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 420 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
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 25 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
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 2,066 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
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 5,055 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
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 2,312 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
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 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.

  • Hostel Boutique Musa Paradisiaca
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 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.

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

  • Casa de Mony
    Central location
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated 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
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 19 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

  • Glamping Bio Coliving Tayrona
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 3 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, a garden and a shared lounge.

  • Cacao Hostel Santa Marta
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 677 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
    Excellent
    Rated 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!

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

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

    Lo tranquilo que es, exclente atención por parte del servicio

  • La Guaca Hostel Santa Marta
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 586 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

  • Gagaka Rua hostel
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 876 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.

  • La Quinta INN
    Central location
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 20 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
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 35 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

  • Casa Tunido
    Central location
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated 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.

    Great place, amazing staff and delicious breakfast

  • Baboon Hostel
    Central location
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 217 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
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,511 reviews

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

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

  • Dreamer Santa Marta
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 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
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 287 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
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 186 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

  • Hotel Zamay Plus
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 819 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
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,634 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.

  • 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, 2297 feet 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 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.

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

    El anfitrión super amable y servicial, excelente servicio!

  • Aroha Villana Hostel
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,240 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
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 294 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
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 34 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
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,747 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 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
    7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,331 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.

  • 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 1.3 miles of Salguero Beach, Hellen House playa rodadero Santa Marta provides accommodations with a shared lounge and free WiFi...

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Hostels that guests love in Santa Marta

  • Avg. price/night: £53.94
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 2,930 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: £17.98
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 714 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: £60.84
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 5,055 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: £39.29
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 2,312 reviews
    The best hostel ever!
    Traveler123
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: £26.14
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 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 traveler
  • 8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 581 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: £30.10
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 2,066 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: £19.98
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 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 traveler
  • Avg. price/night: £60.84
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 5,055 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: £30.10
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 2,066 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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