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Playa del Ritmo Beach Hostel & Bar - Adults Only

Santa Marta

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.

R
Randal
From
United States
The hostel is ideally located right next to the beach. Easy access and the food was great!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,110 reviews
Price from
$77.11
1 night, 2 adults

Sana Mar Hostel & Eco-Café

Centro Historico, Santa Marta

Featuring a garden, a shared lounge as well as a terrace, Sana Mar Hostel & Eco-Café is located in the center of Santa Marta, a 8-minute walk from Bahía de Santa Marta Beach.

H
Helen
From
United Kingdom
Justin and his team have made this place a real gem in the old town of Santa Marta. The location is perfect, close to everything but quiet too. The food in the cafe is delicious, but the best thing is the welcome. We ended up making this our base and returned 3 times to our 'home from home' in Santa Marta. Highly recommended!!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 228 reviews
Price from
$32.21
1 night, 2 adults

Imagine hostel

Centro Historico, Santa Marta

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.

D
Dennis
From
United States
Imagine Hostel and staff are wonderful. The hostel is very clean, quiet, and convenient. the staff are friendly and knowledgeable. The fan and air conditioning in the room made it very comfortable. We highly recommend staying here.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 364 reviews
Price from
$24.44
1 night, 2 adults

Hostal velero relax

Santa Marta

Hostal velero relax is located on the beachfront in Santa Marta, a few steps from Guachaca Beach and 26 miles from Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino.

J
Joe
From
United States
quiet. friendly. well priced.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 163 reviews
Price from
$34.35
1 night, 2 adults

Cacao Hostel Santa Marta

Santa Marta

Cacao Hostel Santa Marta has an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a terrace and bar in Santa Marta.

A
Andrew
From
United States
Loved this hostel! It was so comfortable, clean, really well run, the pool and bar area was beautiful, and the whole staff made us feel welcome and attended to. Alicia, in particular, welcomed us warmly and gave us a really nice orientation to the hostel and the surrounding area. Definitely recommend!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 732 reviews
Price from
$35.79
1 night, 2 adults

Hostal Españolete

Centro Historico, Santa Marta

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.

K
Kattia Yuan Gan
From
Costa Rica
A cozy, clean hostel, with one of the best internet connections I have had in Colombia +100 MB of speed. Great value for money. Juan was really attentive and helpful with all the questions. 100% recommended. Muchas gracias Hostal Españolete!!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 430 reviews
Price from
$38.25
1 night, 2 adults

La Guaca Hostel Santa Marta

Santa Marta

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.

K
Kevin
From
Ireland
Perfect place to stay in Santa Marta. Good location, nice rooms with good AC, and lovely staff who provide a nice breakfast.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 606 reviews
Price from
$24.28
1 night, 2 adults

Casa de Mony

Pozo Colorado, Santa Marta

Located in Santa Marta, a 10-minute walk from Bello Horizonte, Casa de Mony has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

G
Gerardo
From
Colombia
How warm is Yesenia. She was open to solve everything we needed and made special arrangements for us
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews
Price from
$84.35
1 night, 2 adults

Distrito Hostel

Centro Historico, Santa Marta

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

D
Daniel
From
Australia
The staff were super friendly and helped me practice my Spanish.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,114 reviews
Price from
$24.96
1 night, 2 adults

La Brisa Loca Hostel

Centro Historico, Santa Marta

Conveniently set in the center of Santa Marta, La Brisa Loca Hostel provides air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace.

A
Ashley
From
Costa Rica
I loved the common rooms, the party was great, and the rooms are good for the price. The staff are super nice, and I’ll definitely come back with friends!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 2,479 reviews
Price from
$34.20
1 night, 2 adults
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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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  • La Brisa Loca Hostel

    Santa Marta
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 2,479 reviews

    Conveniently set in the center of Santa Marta, La Brisa Loca Hostel provides air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace.

    From $42.23 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 4,346 reviews

    Conveniently located in the middle of Santa Marta, Republica Hostel Santa Marta is 3.7 mi from El Rodadero Beach.

    From $26.46 per night
  • Masaya Santa Marta

    Santa Marta
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 2,693 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.

    From $47.01 per night
  • Gagaka Rua hostel

    Santa Marta
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 758 reviews

    Well located in Santa Marta, Gagaka Rua hostel provides air-conditioned rooms, an outdoor swimming pool, free WiFi and a garden.

    From $39.37 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 861 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.

    From $41.37 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 486 reviews

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

    From $51.76 per night
  • Hotel TNT Mirador

    Taganga
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 442 reviews

    Located in Taganga, a 7-minute walk from Playa de Taganga, Hotel TNT Mirador provides accommodations with a shared lounge, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

    From $60.27 per night
  • Techos Azules

    Taganga
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 751 reviews

    Located on Taganga bay, Hostal Techos Azules offers rooms with panoramic sea views and free Wi-Fi. Guests have direct access to the beach and hammocks to enjoy the views. A common kitchen is featured.

    From $46.01 per night

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  • Baboon Hostel

    Santa Marta
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 291 reviews

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

    From $34.51 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
    Good - What previous guests thought, 59 reviews

    Located in Santa Marta and with Bahía de Santa Marta Beach reachable within a 12-minute walk, Hostal Santa Maria City provides a tour desk, rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace.

    From $25.56 per night
  • Villa Mary Hostel

    Taganga
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 20 reviews

    Featuring a shared lounge, Villa Mary Hostel is located in Taganga in the Magdalena region, a 2-minute walk from Playa de Taganga and 3.1 miles from Simon Bolivar Park.

    From $14.31 per night
  • hostal alquimista

    Taganga
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 343 reviews

    Hostal alquimista features a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and bar in Taganga.

    From $11.50 per night
  • Hostel Green Light

    Taganga
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 56 reviews

    Located in Taganga, a 7-minute walk from Playa de Taganga, Hostel Green Light provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

    From $28.12 per night
  • Located within a 5-minute walk of El Rodadero Beach and 2 miles of Rodadero Sea Aquarium and Museum, Habitacion 201 Casa Luz El Rodadero provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in...

    From $115.03 per night
  • Located within a 5-minute walk of El Rodadero Beach and 1.7 miles of Rodadero Sea Aquarium and Museum, Habitación 101 en Casa Luz El Rodadero has rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in...

    From $71.57 per night
  • Casa de Mony

    Santa Marta
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews

    Located in Santa Marta, a 10-minute walk from Bello Horizonte, Casa de Mony has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

    From $59.32 per night

Great access to the city center. Check these hostels in Santa Marta and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
    Good - What previous guests thought, 951 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.

    From $16.53 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 643 reviews

    Located in Santa Marta, Panamerican Hostel provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi.

    From $23.01 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 55 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.

    From $38.22 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 482 reviews

    Hotel Casamart Rodadero has a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and bar in Santa Marta. Featuring a concierge service, this property also provides guests with an outdoor pool.

    From $43.45 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,053 reviews

    The Cantamar Beach Hostel features an outdoor swimming pool, shared lounge, a terrace and restaurant in Santa Marta. Conveniently set in the El Rodadero district, this hostel provides a bar.

    From $41.87 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,577 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.

    From $25.31 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Located in Santa Marta, 5.9 miles from Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino, L'Auberge del Porvenir provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

    From $31.29 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 76 reviews

    Located in Santa Marta, 5.6 miles from Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino, Bio Coliving Tayrona has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

    From $12.65 per night

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  • Avg. price/night: $47.01
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 2,693 reviews
    10/10, for sure the best hostel we had in a 10 month trip! Amazing friendly staff, great rooftop with good food and drink options, but still peaceful at night. Small pool is great to cool off!
    Guest review by
    Ellen
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $28.42
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 364 reviews
    The nicest hostel I stayed in Colombia 🇨🇴. Staff were lovely ✔️ Safe ✔️ Great air-conditioning ✔️ Larger than expected room ✔️ Comfy bed ✔️ Quiet ✔️
    Guest review by
    nicholas
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $26.46
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 4,346 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!
    Guest review by
    Claudia
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $42.23
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 2,479 reviews
    Great location,great staff and roof top bar on top of hostel with cheap beer...the best hostel where l stay in Colombia
    Guest review by
    Marko Košturić
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $28.42
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 364 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.
    Guest review by
    Benjamin
    Solo traveler