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Hostels in Santa Marta, Colombia

45 hostels in Santa Marta. Prices start from COL$4,837 for a dorm bed.Sorted by quality, not payments.
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"…Free Wi-fi, Jacuzzi and Bar. Imagine Hostel Policies & Conditions: Cancellation policy: 72h before arrival. In case of a late cancellation or No Show, you will be charged the first night of

from COL$16,793
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Mr. Baboon Hostel

Free Breakfast
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"Walk into this vibrant city nightlife or just chill in our rooftop bar overlooking the in-house pool surrounded by a breathtaking view of the colonial neighborhood. We are proud to have one of the

from COL$19,676
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Calle 26 #4-10 Barrio Prado

from COL$21,591
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"…8 miles from Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino and 4.4 miles from Rodadero Sea Aquarium and Museum. The property is non-smoking throughout and is located a 8-minute walk from Bahía de Santa Marta

from COL$14,820
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Party HostelSolo Traveller

"…Rooms and Bathrooms The dorm rooms are incredibly spacious. They have comfortable, bunk-style beds that each have a double power outlet for charging your electronics. The rooms contain an air-

from COL$14,123
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"…First of all, it is the most relaxing hostel I’ve ever stayed at because the hostel consists of several nice houses spread out across the top of the mountain the house has everything including nice

from COL$16,542
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Beach Lovers RetreatParty HostelSolo TravellerYouth Hostel

"…In case you´re a good cook, we have a guest kitchen where you can cook whatever you want! At Playa, backpackers from all over the world spend days chilling on the beach, playing volleyball

from COL$31,864
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Digital NomadsFamily-Friendly HostelOlder travelers (+50)Quiet RestSolo Traveller

"…We are ready to welcome national and international visitors who will enjoy comfortable rooms featuring fine furnishings, cable TV service, wifi and air conditioning Please note: Cancellation

from COL$19,502
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Cacao Hostel

Free Breakfast
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"…Cacao Hostel is only a short walk away from the main market area, where you will find loads of cheap, fresh produce and the buses that direct you towards Minca, Palomino, and Tayrona National Park.

from COL$15,265
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"…It is completely forbidden the entry of electrical appliances or kitchen elements that put at risk our facilities such as air fryers, pots, and pans among others. If you need to bring in life

from COL$14,123
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"…As well, Exito -- a big department store -- is just a five-minute walk. The beach is a five-minute walk as well, although this beach is not too appealing. Rooms and Bathrooms The twelve-bed

from COL$21,398
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"…Our hostel offers a variety of private rooms and shared dormitories, each providing a comfortable space for our guests to feel at home. Enjoy spectacular views from our rooftop terraces, relax in

from COL$15,303
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"…Tunido is located in the Historic Center behind the San Francisco Church, the oldest church in Santa Marta, a few blocks from the Parque de los Novios, the main Cathedral of the city, the beach and

from COL$26,466
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"…Once the check in is done, 1 magnetic card per guest will be given to enter the room, this will be non-transferable. In case of loss or misplacement, the guest must pay the value equivalent to 1/4

from COL$20,314
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Family-Friendly Hostel

"…Cancellation Policy: 1 days before arrival. In case of a late cancellation or No Show, you will be charged the first night of your stay. Check in from 15.00 to 22.00 Check out before 12.00

from COL$18,321
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Casinha Da Floresta

Free Breakfast
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"…Check-in from 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM Check-out before 3:00 PM Payment upon arrival by cash, PSE or Paypal This property will pre-authorize your card before arrival. Taxes included. Breakfast

from COL$18,902
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Via vereda El Porvenir Km 1 -10

from COL$23,448
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Hostal Las Guaduas

Free Breakfast
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"…Reception from 06.00 to 22.00 No curfew No pets allowed" …"Simón Bolívar International Airport 14 km Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport 74 km" …Calle 10 # 12-03 Segundo piso

from COL$30,858
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"…The hostel consists of two floors, upstairs there is a lounge with TV. The double rooms all have a private bathroom and air conditioning. On the ground floor is an open kitchen for the guests.

from COL$18,302
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"…The beach is a ten-minute walk (five blocks) from the hostel. The central location offers a good starting point to explore the little town and makes it a good base for trips into the

from COL$14,123
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Gagaka Rua Hostel

Free Breakfast
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"…Breakfast included General: 24 hours reception. No special conditions" …"The hostel offers an airport-to-hostel transfer service. You should contact us a few hours before your arrival to

from COL$20,450
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Beach Lovers RetreatFemale Solo TravellerParty HostelSolo TravellerYouth Hostel

"…The dorm rooms have specially designed bunk beds, which are more like private pods than beds -- each has its own light and charging cable, and walls on three sides for privacy. Huge lockers are

from COL$16,445
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Casa Avelina Hostal

Free Breakfast
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"…We have privates and dorms. Inside the house, every room has air conditioning, lockers and bathroom! Outside, we have containers we turned into 4 bed dorms, they also have AC, but with share

from COL$16,909
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Party HostelYouth Hostel

"…The hostel has a privileged location to be located just 200 meters from the city center (2 - 4 minutes walking), 450 meters from the bay (5 - 7 minutes walking), less than 15 km from Santa Marta

from COL$11,182
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Aroha Villana Hostel

Centro Histórico
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"…High ceilings and retro-themed dormitories make for a comfortable stay in the city. The top bunk beds are easily accessed, each with a set of throne-like stairs leading guests to bed. The mattresses

from COL$14,336
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Boutique HostelParty HostelSolo TravellerYouth Hostel

"…The accommodation features evening entertainment and a 24-hour front desk. Just 3 minute walk to the Ziruma mountain where you can take a tour every morning with us and observe the bay of Santa

from COL$14,626
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La Brisa Loca Hostel

Centro Histórico
Free Breakfast
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"…The beds themselves are decent wooden bunks with ladders. The rooms have large fans, which are very much needed in this part of the world. The bedrooms aren't lockable, but do contain large wooden

from COL$17,973
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Family-Friendly HostelQuiet RestSolo Traveller

"…It has a great pool and excellent facilities and common spaces. This is a place to relax and chill out in Santa Marta. The Location The location is outside of central Santa Marta, but close to

from COL$18,147
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Party HostelSolo TravellerYouth Hostel

"Puerta aqua has 12 rooms, large recreation areas, board games, and a Jacuzzi on our terrace where you can spend a comfortable end of the day. Puerta Aqua has a strategic location in the historic

from COL$11,569
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"…It is the perfect spot when you are coming or going or if you are coming from the coast or the sierra and need to get things done in the city but don't want to stay in the heat/noise. ​The

from COL$47,148
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Youth Hostel

"…While we don’t list specific amenities, we pride ourselves on offering a clean, safe, and welcoming environment that makes every guest feel right at home. Come and experience the magic of Santa

from COL$9,615
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"The hostel La Bella Samaria is located in the heart of the Historic Center of Santa Marta, just 4 blocks from the beach and the Public Market where you can take the buses to Parque Tayrona, Palomino

from COL$10,215
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"…Taxes included General: Reception from 07.00 to 20.00 No special conditions" …"The nearest airport is Simón Bolívar International Airport, 23 km from the accommodation." …Calle 14 #cra 18-

from COL$8,416
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Cl. 11 #4-95 101

from COL$150,654
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"…Cancellation Policy: 1 days before arrival. In case of a late cancellation or No Show, you will be charged the first night of your stay. Check in from 14.00 to 18.00 Check out before 12.00

from COL$13,078
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Lotus Central

Free Breakfast
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"…The accommodation is close to several notable attractions, about a 3-minute walk from Santa Marta Bay Beach, 300 meters from Plaza Simon Bolivar and a few steps from Tairona Gold Museum. The

from COL$14,317
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Party Hostel

"…Payment upon arrival by cash Taxes included Breakfast not included General: 24 hours reception. Best thing is write to the hostel to coordinate your arrival. Boat is not included to Playa

from COL$40,880
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Equinorte Santa Marta 2 plantas

from COL$131,404
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Las Cascadas Hostel

Free Breakfast
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"…General: No curfew No pets allowed. Children allowed: 0 to 18 years old. Smoking is allowed in designated areas." …"* 400 meters from the Valencia stream (quebrada), 10 minutes walking * 1 km

from COL$19,618
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"…Check out before 12:00 Payment upon arrival by cash General: 24 hours reception. No smoking in the rooms, follow the house rules." …"From Simón Bolívar International Airport (61 km away

from COL$27,260
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"…Whether you're here for a beach escape, cultural sightseeing, or underwater adventure, Casana Rosa is a comfortable base to explore everything Santa Marta has to offer. Casana Rosa Policy and

from COL$19,869
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"…Payment upon arrival by cash, credit and debit cards. This property may pre-authorize your card before arrival. Taxes included. Breakfast not included. General: No curfew Pets are allowed.

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"…Check-out before 3:00 PM Taxes not included: Service Fee - 5% per sales tax. Breakfast not included. General: No curfew Pets are allowed. Children allowed: 1 to 17 years old. Non smoking

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Drop Bear Hostel

Barrio Jardin
Free Breakfast
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"…The bar played great music, and the drinks were very affordable. And the hostel kitchen (which was furnished with TWO sinks) also had a very good juice blender. I would recommend this place to

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Hospedaje Casa Blanca
Family-Friendly HostelSolo Traveller

"…Check-out time : 13:00. Taxes included. Only +18. Pets accepted but be prepared that we have a dog and a cat as well ;-)" …"Hostel CasaBlanca is on the quiet Calle 10C right by the beach about

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Hotels in Santa Marta

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Villas Trinitarias Calle 103 # 3-83 Pozos Colorados

from COL$164,216
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Digital NomadsSolo Traveller

"…Payment upon arrival by cash Taxes included General: 24 hours reception. No curfew Pet are not allowed" …"At the airport the easiest way is by taxi it will cost you around 10 us dollars, you can

from COL$23,603
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Hotel Nueva Granada

Free Breakfast
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"We have a perfect place for your holidays! Hotel Nueva Granada is a one story hotel in a Spanish Republican old house, with a central courtyard. It has 21 comfortable rooms, rates include

from COL$45,098
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"…Paraiso Tayrona Policy and Condition: Cancellation Policy: 48h before arrival. In case of a late cancellation or No Show, you will be charged the first night of your stay. Check in from 14.00

from COL$84,681
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Troncal del Caribe 4a-55

from COL$101,474
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Camali Hotel

Free Breakfast
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"…Camali Hotel has 26 spacious and cozy rooms, with double accommodation (Queen size or double size) and triple accommodation (1 Queen size + 1 single size), with en-suite bathroom, AC or fan and

from COL$98,766
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"The property has mountain and inner courtyard views, and is 2.8 km from Playa Blanca and only 300 m from El Rodadero beach. Situated in Santa Marta, Casa Kaamu Hostales is a recently renovated

from COL$35,501
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Color Hostel

Free Breakfast
Party HostelSolo Traveller

"…Failure to adhere to this rule will result in automatic cancellation with no refund given. - Smoking is not permitted in any indoor public areas of the Hostel. Smoking is not permitted in any rooms

from COL$48,793
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Youth Hostel

"…This property is located just one block from Parque de los Novios, a vibrant place that hosts the best bars and restaurants in the city. Just three blocks away, you can enjoy the unparalleled

from COL$89,460
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55 Carrera 10 Piso 2

from COL$34,379

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Where to stay in Santa Marta on a budget

Looking for budget stays in Santa Marta? This section is designed to save you time, money, and unnecessary stress. We've got insider tips to help you find affordable hostels and the cheapest places to stay in Santa Marta.

Guess what? Santa Marta is also named Gaira - It is the same destination. Goodbye confusion.
Where to stay in Santa Marta on a budget

Santa Marta is located in the north of Colombia on the Caribbean coast. Santa Marta is a port town, with a small beach, and many restaurants, banks, markets, a post office, and a bus terminal.

Santa Marta is a good base for trips to the nearby Tyrona National Park, a tropical jungle located on the coast of the Caribbean, with white powdered sand beach; large coconut trees; and clear, calm, and water waters. There are several daily boats that operate from Santa Marta to Tyrona. There is also an option to take a taxi to the park entrance, and hike through the national park, to the beach. Multi-day treks can also be arranged from Santa Marta to the Lost City (La Ciudad Perdida). This can be quite demanding -- you'll be trekking through the jungle for several hours in knee-high mud; however, the views of the surrounding jungle environment, wildlife, and city ruins are worth all the hard work. The price of the trek is government monitored, and includes a guide, all transport, food, and accommodation. The trek can be done in four, five, or six days.

Hostels in Santa Marta provide basic facilities, such as complimentary breakfast, communal areas, free Wi-Fi, lockers for your valuables, as well as overnight luggage storage (for people going on a multi-day trek). Fans and a fully equipped communal kitchen are sometimes included. Hostel staff can usually offer advice on activities, such as hikes in the nearby national parks, and information on local events. Hostels in Santa Marta usually have an onsite bar, with happy hour, and a social vibe, making them an ideal place to meet other travelers.

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Written by Travel Expert Santa MartaKelly Sheldrick

Affordable Hostel Prices in Santa Marta

Wondering about hostel prices in Santa Marta? Here's everything you need to know.

Prices for hostels in Santa Marta start at just $4 per night. Based on our latest data, Afra. Reserva Natural is currently the most affordable hostel to stay in Santa Marta.

On average, hostels in Santa Marta cost around $5 per dorm bed and $26 per private room per night. Compare prices from every major booking site at once on Hostelz.com and always get the best deal. Whether you're a student, a backpacker, or looking for a budget-friendly private room, Santa Marta has options for every budget.

Want to compare hostels side-by-side? Use our Hostel Comparison Tool to check prices, amenities, and locations—so you can make the smartest choice.

What is the cheapest area to stay in Santa Marta? Many cheap hostels in Santa Marta are located in Centro Histórico, Rodadero, Barrio Jardin, offering easy access to the city's top attractions and public transport.

Hostel Price Statistics & Key Numbers in Santa Marta

Total number of hostels 45
Typical dorm bed prices in Santa Marta $5
Private room costs in Santa Marta $26
Cheapest hostel in Santa MartaAfra. Reserva Natural for only $4
Popular Party Hostel in Santa MartaImagine Hostel
(29 hostels for partying in total)
Where to stay in Santa Marta on a budget? Centro Histórico, Rodadero, Barrio Jardin

For students and budget-conscious travelers, Santa Marta hostels provide great value. Many hostels include free breakfast, shared kitchens, and social spaces perfect for meeting other travelers — everything you need for a fun and easy stay.

Ready to go on an adventure in Santa Marta? Add your travel dates and start comparing prices, amenities, and availability. At Hostelz, we help you find all available hostels at the best prices.

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