Hostal Aurora, Smith Lodging, a property with an open-air bath, is located in Taganga, 100 metres from Playa de Taganga, 200 metres from Taganga Beach, as well as less than 1 km from Playa Grande. This beachfront property offers access to free WiFi and free private parking. The guest house features an outdoor swimming pool with a pool bar, as well as a public bath and a 24-hour front desk. All units feature air conditioning and a cable flat-screen TV. Each unit is equipped with a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries. Guests at the guest house can enjoy an American breakfast, and breakfast in the room is also available. For visitors looking to embark on day trips to nearby landmarks, Hostal Aurora, Smith Lodging provides a selection of packed lunches. The accommodation also offers an indoor pool and a solarium for guests to relax in. Sightseeing tours are available nearby. Guests can also relax on the sun terrace. Simon Bolivar Park is 5.4 km from Hostal Aurora, Smith Lodging, while Santa Marta Gold Museum is 5.7 km from the property. Simón Bolívar International Airport is 21 km away, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

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Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Taganga

Breakfast info

American

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
3 single beds
and
1 double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.3
Facilities
8.8
Cleanliness
8.8
Comfort
8.8
Value for money
8.9
Location
7.9
Free WiFi
9.2
High score for Taganga
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Rangi
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Comfy bed, yum breakfast, great location, nice pool, secure parking for my motorbike. Bathroom was a bit of a squeeze but usable.
  • Bryan
    Canada Canada
    Comfortable bed quiet safe area. The baby bunny rabbit was very friendly
  • Jennifer
    Switzerland Switzerland
    Pool, good location in a quiet area though i had the room to the street and I think there's a church opposite that had music and singing very loud quite early. Clean, good AC in the rooms.
  • Jana
    Germany Germany
    Very nice hostel with great common facilities (pool, hammocks etc.), really enjoyed relaxing there after a day outside. Since the hostel is rather small, it has a personal atmosphere, where you easily get to know other guests. A bonus were the two...
  • Andrea
    Italy Italy
    Just few minutes from the beach/restaurants area. Very nice swimming pool and patio! Room was quite small but good enough, with comfortable bed and tv with Netflix! Nice breakfast and very very welcoming and friendly staff. Particularly the...
  • Cevdet
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Location: It’s very close to the center but not that close to hear loud music in the night so you can have a good sleep. Facilities: There was both air con and fan in the room which helped a lot. Breakfast: Not bad but good enough. Staff: They...
  • Lizette
    Netherlands Netherlands
    Outside the noisy part ( quiet sleep) but close enough to walk back in the dark Great breakfast Good value for money Clean Good airco
  • Sabau
    Germany Germany
    Excellent little hotel in a side street of Taganga. The pool is great and the staff was very friendly
  • Martina
    Czech Republic Czech Republic
    Our breakfast was wery tasty. There was a swimming pool, hammaks, a parking place for our car - it was a secure place. The staff was really helpful. The room was big enough, clean with a small kitchen.
  • Ofer
    Canada Canada
    good location, very secured place. nice swimming pool. good value for price

Quality rating

This property is rated 3 out of 5 as compared to other homes and apartments on our site. The rating is based on overall quality using factors such as review score, facilities, size, location and service.

Property questions and answers
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  • Is your private beach next to the property or do I need to use a means of transportation to go there?

    the beach is a 5 minute walk from the hostel you don't need to take a transport
    Answered on 3 October 2019
  • Hello, I would like to know at what time you usually serve breakfast?

    Hello, breakfasts are served from 7 am to 9:30 am.
    Answered on 31 March 2022
  • When is the best time to visit your property for the perfect beach holiday?

    Any time of the year is good we are always in summer, but for reasons of seasons we recommend the low seasons that there is less influx of people, this is February to June (not Catholic Holy Week) and until November any date
    Answered on 3 October 2019
  • Hi, Do you provide transportation services from the airport to the hostel? If so, how much would the service cost for a group of 7 passengers?

    hello, sorry we dont get service transport, but you can take a service in app uber, Didi o a taxy service
    Answered on 6 June 2024
  • Los carros pueden acceder a la zona sin problema? Tienen parqueadero cerca seguro?

    Hola, si claro el hostal cuenta con su parqueadero.
    Answered on 31 March 2022

Property surroundings

Facilities of Hostal Aurora, Smith Lodging
Great facilities! Review score, 8.8

Most popular facilities
  • 2 swimming pools
  • Free parking
  • Beachfront
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Facilities for disabled guests
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
Outdoors
  • Beachfront
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Live sport events (broadcast)
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Beach
  • Snorkelling
    Additional charge
  • Hiking
    Additional chargeOff-site
Media & Technology
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Breakfast in the room
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    • Private check-in/check-out
    • Concierge service
    • Tour desk
    • Express check-in/check-out
    • 24-hour front desk
    Entertainment and family services
    • Books, DVDs, or music for children
    Cleaning services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Security alarm
    • 24-hour security
    General
    • Designated smoking area
    • Air conditioning
    • Packed lunches
    • Fan
    • Family rooms
    • Facilities for disabled guests
    • Airport shuttle
      Additional charge
    • Room service
    Accessibility
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
    • Entire unit located on ground floor
    2 swimming pools
    Pool 1 - indoorFree!
      Pool 2 - outdoorFree!
      • All ages welcome
      • Salt-water pool
      • Pool/beach towels
      • Pool bar
      Wellness
      • Public Bath
      • Open-air bath
      • Solarium
      Languages spoken
      • English
      • Spanish

      House rules
      Hostal Aurora, Smith Lodging takes special requests - add in the next step!

      Check-in
      From 15:00 to 22:00
      Check-out
      From 06:00 to 13:00
      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 4 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

      Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

      No age restriction
      There is no age requirement for check-in
      Pets
      Pets are not allowed.
      Accepted payment methods
      American ExpressVisaMastercardMaestroCash
      Smoking
      Smoking is not allowed.
      Parties
      Parties/events are not allowed

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

      This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

      License number: 68017

      Legal information

      This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

      FAQs about Hostal Aurora, Smith Lodging

      • Hostal Aurora, Smith Lodging offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

        • Hiking
        • Snorkelling
        • Beachfront
        • Solarium
        • Public Bath
        • Live sport events (broadcast)
        • Swimming Pool
        • Beach
        • Walking tours
        • Open-air bath

      • Check-in at Hostal Aurora, Smith Lodging is from 15:00, and check-out is until 13:00.

      • The nearest beach is just 150 yards from Hostal Aurora, Smith Lodging. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

      • Hostal Aurora, Smith Lodging is 350 yards from the centre of Taganga. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

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

      • Guests staying at Hostal Aurora, Smith Lodging can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.8).

        Breakfast option(s) include:

        • American

      • Room options at Hostal Aurora, Smith Lodging include:

        • Double
        • Family
        • Quadruple

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