Name: Jaba Jan Hostal
Address: KM 4 via amigueo , 446009 Palomino, Colombia, KM 4 via amigueo, Guajira, 446009, Colombia
Price range: Prices for upcoming dates start at £5 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 9.3

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Jaba Jan Hostal

KM 4 via amigueo , 446009 Palomino, Colombia – Excellent location - show map

Offering river views, Jaba Jan Hostal in Palomino provides accommodation, a private beach area, a fitness centre, a garden and a shared lounge. This property offers access to a pool table, table tennis and free private parking. The guest house offers mountain views, a sun terrace, and free WiFi is available throughout the property. At the guest house, each unit comes with a outdoor furniture. The units feature bed linen. Vegetarian and vegan breakfast options with pancakes and fruits are available every morning at the guest house. Guests can dine in the on-site traditional restaurant, which serves international cuisine and also offers vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options. Guests at Jaba Jan Hostal can make the most of yoga classes offered in-house. The area is popular for hiking, and bike hire is available at the accommodation. Jaba Jan Hostal features an outdoor fireplace and a picnic area. The nearest airport is Riohacha Airport, 86 km from the guest house.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Breakfast info

Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free

Free private parking available on-site

Availability

Select dates to see this property's availability and prices

Room type

Number of guests

Superior Queen Room

1 large double bed

Double Room with Private Bathroom

1 double bed

Triple Room with Private Bathroom

1 single bed

and

1 large double bed

Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room

1 bunk bed

Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

1 bunk bed

4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

4 bunk beds

Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room

1 bunk bed

Property practices

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

Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff

9.7

Facilities

8.7

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

9.0

Value for money

9.4

Location

9.4

Free WiFi

8.1

High score for Palomino

Guests who stayed here loved

Ellie
United Kingdom
“Loved this place so much we wished we could stay longer! Family meals and activities like salsa and a bonfire made for a lovely chilled social atmosphere. Staff were fab and had loads of advice, and we grateful for the expert spider removal :)”
Máté
Hungary
“It's hard to express how good is this place. You plan to go there for a few days and want to stay for months. The breakfast is different everyday, lunch and dinner are amazing and cheap. Has it's own private beach! If you are around please try...”
Acacia
Australia
“Such a relaxing hostel in a beautiful location. All the staff are incredible and the food is amazing with great vegetarian options. Beautiful beaches a short walk away, along with a river next door and surrounded by ju gle where you can see...”
Grace
United Kingdom
“The thing that makes this hostel so special is the location, right by the jungle where there was howler monkeys and leaf-cutter ants, on the river and not too far from your own private beach. The staff were friendly and helpful, especially the...”
Courtney
Canada
“Amazing place set in a jungle on the bed of the San Salvador river that leads straight to the ocean! Incredible people, incredible food, and incredible vibes! Home away from home!”
Philippine
France
“the location, the people, the food, the vibe… everything is perfect :)”
Fabien
Switzerland
“The staff is super friendly and helpful They organise lots of activities during the week They cook delicious meals The private beach is super nice and quiet”
Anna
United Kingdom
“Honestly my favourite hostel I've stayed at in my 6 months of travelling. The place is a bit run down, but the atmosphere completely makes up for it. A really relaxing and chilled out place, where its easy to socialise. They have activities each...”
Miriam
Germany
“The Jaba Jan Hotel is located 15 min outside of Palomino (or 30 min walking down the beach) close to the river, and a quiet beach area after a 15 min walk through the beachy forest. You can get all your food there, take yoga classes, play...”
Isabella
United States
“I loved this hostel! I went with a group of friends and it was an amazing experience. The staff are sooo nice and food is so yummy!”

Managed by Dean King

Company review score: 9.7Based on 173 reviews from 1 property

1 managed property

Company information

Our team are happy to invite you to a home from home it is fully equiped and ready to welcome you. We have lots of different areas to chill out read a book, strech, exersise enjoy the monkeys among many other animals in a nature wonderland to make memorable moments with friends and family. Our aim is to give you an unforgettable experience and to not want to leave. We want to be different and diverse, we want you to feel part of our amazing experiance and enjoy the finer riches life with the mentality of reducing the impact on this beautifuleco system.

Property information

Welcome to paradise! Jaba Jan is the perfect place to disconnect from the loud city life and reconnect with yourself, friends, and/or family. Here you can experience different types of nature. The hostel is surrounded by the jungle, and we have access to 5 private beaches and a river, right in our backyard. By kayak, you can access a magic mangrove, our secret peace of heaven on earth. By a little walk or swimming by the river, you can reach the river mouth, where the river meets the sea. On top of it, you can have a great view of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta. We organize a lot of group activities, such as our classic pizza night, made in our traditional pizza oven. We also have yoga every morning and afternoon, and dance classes very often. It is the perfect opportunity to meet fellow travelers and spend a delightful time. We have available breakfast, lunch, and dinner at a friendly price, always with vegetarian and vegan options, as well as a variety of drinks and snacks. There is a shared kitchen, fully equipped. Find us just 3km away from Palomino, right after San Salvador´s river bridge. Jaba Jan is waiting for you.

Neighbourhood information

Palomino neighborhood is the first town of La Guajira, a place like no other in Colombia; It is located in the middle of the mountains of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta and the beach. It has numerous ecosystems between rivers, mountains, mouths, beaches, jungle, and mangroves; Here, you can find a great diversity of gastronomy, with restaurants for all kinds of tastes and budgets. Palomino offers multiple entertainment alternatives, from tourist activities on the river to visits to indigenous towns, ecological walks, and live music, and you will always find a party and the infinite possibilities of making memorable memories with friends.

Languages spoken

English,Spanish

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

Restaurante #1
- Cuisine
  International
- Open for
  Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
- Ambiance
  Traditional
- Dietary options
  Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free

Facilities of Jaba Jan Hostal
Great facilities! Review score, 8.7

House rules
Jaba Jan Hostal takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 14:00 to 22:00

Check-out

From 10:00 to 11:00

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 are not allowed.

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

Free!Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.

Accepted payment methods

Cash

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Quiet hours

Guests must be quiet between 07:00 and 10:00.

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

Quiet hours are between 07:00:00 and 10:00:00.

License number: 135579

Jaba Jan Hostal has 1 restaurant:
- Restaurante #1
Jaba Jan Hostal offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
- Fitness centre
- Massage
- Hiking
- Billiards
- Games room
- Table tennis
- Canoeing
- Karaoke
- Evening entertainment
- Public Bath
- Spa lounge/relaxation area
- Walking tours
- Bicycle rental
- Tour or class about local culture
- Yoga classes
- Pub crawls
- Private beach area
- Beach
- Full body massage
- Themed dinner nights
- Back massage
- Live music/performance
- Fitness
- Movie nights
- Archery
- Bike tours
- Happy hour
Jaba Jan Hostal is 1.9 miles from the centre of Palomino. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
Room options at Jaba Jan Hostal include:
- Double
- Triple
- Bed in Dormitory
- Dormitory Room
The prices at Jaba Jan Hostal may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.
The nearest beach is just 0.8 miles from Jaba Jan Hostal. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
Check-in at Jaba Jan Hostal is from 14:00, and check-out is until 11:00.
Guests staying at Jaba Jan Hostal can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.2).

Breakfast option(s) include:
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Gluten-free

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