11 miles from Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino in Minca, El Refugio Minca offers accommodations with access to an indoor pool. This guest house features air-conditioned accommodations with a patio and free Wifi. On-site staff can arrange a shuttle service. Each room has a private bathroom with a shower, while some rooms include mountain views. At the guest house, each unit has bed linen and towels. There is an on-site bar. Sightseeing tours are available close by. Santa Marta Gold Museum is 13 miles from the guest house, while Santa Marta Cathedral is 13 miles from the property. The nearest airport is Simón Bolívar International, 17 miles from El Refugio Minca, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 twin bed
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1 full bed
2 twin beds
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1 full bed
1 full bed
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1 bunk bed
1 full bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.4
Facilities
8.7
Cleanliness
9.1
Comfort
8.9
Value for money
9.0
Location
9.0
Free Wifi
8.1
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See what guests loved the most:

  • J
    Joe
    United States of America United States of America
    The breakfast was good. The views were awesome. Rooms were clean and the staff were very friendly.
  • Nick
    Israel Israel
    Everything. The rooms were super clean smelling like a doctors office (in a good way), the ac worked perfectly.
  • Paul
    Germany Germany
    Really cute hostel with nice staff, a refreshing pool, and a great view over Minca (and towards Santa Marta). The breakfast is also pretty solid.

Area info

Amenities of El Refugio Minca
Great facilities! Review score, 8.7

Most popular amenities
  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Free Wifi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Family rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
Outdoors
  • Patio
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sitting area
Food & Drink
  • Bar
Internet
Wifi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Services
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Tour desk
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
General
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Tile/Marble floor
  • Family rooms
Indoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
Languages Spoken
  • Spanish

Property practices

This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

House rules

El Refugio Minca takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 1:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Check-out

From 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Curfew

The entrance to the property is closed between 11:00 PM and 5:00 AM

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children over 5 are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

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

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

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Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 7:00 AM.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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

Please inform El Refugio Minca of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

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

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 07:00:00.

License number: 86591

FAQs about El Refugio Minca

  • El Refugio Minca is 1,000 feet from the center of Minca. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • El Refugio Minca offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Swimming pool

  • The prices at El Refugio Minca may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Yes, El Refugio Minca is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Check-in at El Refugio Minca is from 1:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Room options at El Refugio Minca include:

    • Family
    • Double