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The 10 Best Hostels in Cartagena de Indias, Colombia

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The hostel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a wardrobe, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. Some rooms are equipped with a kitchen with a fridge, a microwave and a minibar. At Makena La Boquilla Beach Hostel each room is equipped with bed linen and towels.

I really loved this place. It is so friendly and clean and gods care of the guest. I loved the area as well. My favourite beach is here. So relaxed area whit local and almost no tourists. Don’t miss out on this experience. Here you can get to know another Colombia far from tourism.

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9.1
Superb
207 reviews
Price from
US$386
per night

Life is Good Cartagena Hostel has a garden, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Cartagena de Indias. The property is close to Cartagena's Walls, Palace of the Inquisition and Bolivar Park. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property.

TheGreat location! Great staff! Oscar, José and the other front desk staff were very helpful. The rooftop was nice with the hot tubs (, which had Luke warm water). Good breakfast options Thank goodness for air conditioning. They turn it off in the dorms when the room is getting cleaned. So you have to turn it on when you get back to the room. Close to the walled city.

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9.2
Superb
558 reviews
Price from
US$24
per night

At the hostel rooms include a wardrobe and a private bathroom.

The hostel is located within the walled enclosure of the city, 300 meters from Bolivar Park, 120 meters from the Castillo de San Felipe. from Rafael Núñez airport 1.5 km

The place was quiet and central but most of all, the owner was friendly and helpful

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9.4
Superb
473 reviews
Price from
US$28
per night

Set in Cartagena de Indias, La Viduka Hostel has a shared lounge, terrace, bar, and free WiFi throughout the property. The property is around 1.4 km from Cartagena's Walls, 1.1 km from Palace of the Inquisition and 1.1 km from Bolivar Park. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen and a 24-hour front desk for guests.

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9.5
Exceptional
14 reviews
Price from
US$14
per night

At the hostel, each room includes a wardrobe, bed linen and a patio with pool view. Every room comes with air conditioning, and certain rooms at CASA MOVIDA HOSTEL have a balcony. All units include a safety deposit box.

I stayed 2 times in this place. Evetime around 10 days. I think it's cosy, clean, well located. The cleaning staff is really nice.

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8.5
Very good
1,984 reviews
Price from
US$18
per night

Santuario Getsemani Hostel in Cartagena de Indias provides adults-only accommodation with a garden, a shared lounge and a bar. Boasting a tour desk, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace. The hostel has a hot tub, a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property.

All good. I really like the cubes where you sleep in. It’s really private. Nice airconditioning. Good location and good ambiance.

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8.3
Very good
1,668 reviews
Price from
US$19
per night

Casa Del Pozo Boutique Hostel has an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a shared lounge and restaurant in Cartagena de Indias. Boasting a bar, the hostel is close to several noted attractions, around 1.7 km from Marbella Beach, 2 km from Bocagrande Beach and 1.2 km from San Felipe de Barajas Castle. The accommodation offers karaoke and a 24-hour front desk.

Middle of all the action!! Location is a 10!

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8.5
Very good
1,102 reviews
Price from
US$18
per night

Situated conveniently in Cartagena de Indias, The Clock Hostel & Suites offers air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge. Featuring a shared kitchen, this property also has a restaurant and a terrace. The hostel features a hot tub and a 24-hour front desk.

Most privacy I've ever had in a hostel and it was in the biggest dorm I've ever stayed in!

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8.3
Very good
2,661 reviews
Price from
US$14
per night

Offering an outdoor pool and terrace, República Hostel Cartagena. Is located in the San Diego district in Cartagena de Indias. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar.

República Hostel Cartagena features free WiFi .

The property is confortable and the people are always nice and helpful.

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8.3
Very good
2,593 reviews
Price from
US$17
per night

Located in a colonial area and offering free WiFi, Hostal 1811 offers accommodation in Cartagena de Indias. The San Felipe de Barajas castle is 800 meters from the property.

Cartagena's Gold Museum is 500 metres from Hostal 1811.The nearest airport is Rafael Nuñez Airport, 4 km from the hostel.

Beautiful. All you need with such charm. We love the breakfast we even extended our stay an extra day.

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8
Very good
1,992 reviews
Price from
US$26
per night

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Budget travellers know that there is 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 bit more.
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  • Makena La Boquilla Beach Hostel
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 207 reviews

    Located in Cartagena de Indias and with La Boquilla Beach reachable within 200 metres, Makena La Boquilla Beach Hostel provides concierge services, allergy-free rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout...

    El personal maravilloso 👏 muy atentos a cada detalle

  • Life is Good Cartagena Hostel
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 558 reviews

    Life is Good Cartagena Hostel has a garden, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Cartagena de Indias. The property is close to Cartagena's Walls, Palace of the Inquisition and Bolivar Park.

    Good location, clean, quiet, extremely kind staff. I would go back there!

  • Hostal Casa de las Americas
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 473 reviews

    Hostal Casa de las Americas features air-conditioned rooms in the Getsemani district of Cartagena de Indias.

    The place was quiet and central but most of all, the owner was friendly and helpful

  • La Viduka Hostel
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 14 reviews

    Set in Cartagena de Indias, La Viduka Hostel has a shared lounge, terrace, bar, and free WiFi throughout the property.

    Bien ubicado Buen precio Desayuno rico y la chica de las comidas muy formal

  • Casa Del Pozo Boutique Hostel
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,102 reviews

    Casa Del Pozo Boutique Hostel has an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a shared lounge and restaurant in Cartagena de Indias.

    Very friendly and helpful staff Nice breakfast included

  • República Hostel Cartagena
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,591 reviews

    Offering an outdoor pool and terrace, República Hostel Cartagena. Is located in the San Diego district in Cartagena de Indias. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar.

    Great location, nice breakfast, bed are very private.

  • Hostal 1811
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,992 reviews

    Located in a colonial area and offering free WiFi, Hostal 1811 offers accommodation in Cartagena de Indias. The San Felipe de Barajas castle is 800 meters from the property.

    Great location, good value for money, friendly staff.

  • Viajero Cartagena Hostel
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,372 reviews

    Viajero Cartagena Hostel has a garden, shared lounge, a restaurant and bar in Cartagena de Indias. Boasting a tour desk, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace.

    It's a nice hostel with a good location and nice staff

Great access to the city centre! Check these hostels in Cartagena de Indias

  • Casa Tamarindo
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review

    Situated in Cartagena de Indias, within 2.9 km of Marbella Beach and 1.6 km of San Felipe de Barajas Castle, Casa Tamarindo features accommodation with a terrace and free WiFi throughout the property...

  • El Barrio Hostal
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 883 reviews

    Attractively situated in the centre of Cartagena de Indias, El Barrio Hostal features air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge and free WiFi.

    Everything was perfect! I highly recommend this place!

  • La 10B
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 372 reviews

    Boasting a garden, shared lounge and free WiFi, La 10B is set in Cartagena de Indias, 1.7 km from Marbella Beach and 1.9 km from Bocagrande Beach.

    A super friendly and helpful host! Would love to come back.

  • Casa Torices Real 12
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 336 reviews

    The peaceful Casa Torices is located in Cartagena de Indias just 1 km from the beach where you can enjoy a variety of activities, and 500 metres from the transport services to Santa Marta and...

    The entire staff is very nice and very helpful! I do recommend it !!

  • Casona La Española
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 132 reviews

    Casona La Espanola is located in Cartagena de Indias. Free WiFi access is available. Some rooms here will provide you with air conditioning, a balcony and a terrace.

    Miguel one of the best host ever!!! Almost 24/7 avaiable 👍.

  • Los Patios Hostel
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 283 reviews

    Featuring common areas for reading and relaxing, Los Patios Hostel offers free Wi-Fi and massage services in Cartagena. Bocagrande beach area is 5 km away.

    Very friendly staff, perfect facilities, nice rooftop

  • Casa de Playa Nativo
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 71 reviews

    Set in front of the sea in Cartagena de Indias in the Boquilla area and featuring a garden, Casa de Playa Nativo is located 2.9 Km from Centro de Convenciones Las Américas and 6.6 Km from Rafael Núñez...

    La amabilidad y atención de don Ángel es excelente.

  • Hostal Casa Torres Centro Historico - Adults Only
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 734 reviews

    Situated in Cartagena de Indias, 1.7 km from Bocagrande Beach, Hostal Casa Torres Centro Historico - Adults Only features views of the city.

    Central, clean, breakfast included, ac in the rooms

  • CASA MOVIDA HOSTEL
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,984 reviews

    CASA MOVIDA HOSTEL features a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and restaurant in Cartagena de Indias. Conveniently set in the San Diego district, this hostel offers a bar, as well as an indoor pool.

    Very nice place in the city center Very good vibe

  • Casa del Puerto Hostel & Suites
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 702 reviews

    Casa del Puerto Hostel & Suites features a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and bar in Cartagena de Indias.

    Easy to make friends as they have an activity every night

  • The Clock Hostel & Suites
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,661 reviews

    Situated conveniently in Cartagena de Indias, The Clock Hostel & Suites offers air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge.

    I liked the location close to the historic places of Cartagena!

  • Santuario Getsemani Hostel
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,668 reviews

    Santuario Getsemani Hostel in Cartagena de Indias provides adults-only accommodation with a garden, a shared lounge and a bar.

    Perfect location. Comfortabel room, quit big. Silence during the nights.

  • San Felicin Hostel
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 723 reviews

    Boasting a restaurant, bar and views of city, San Felicin Hostel is situated in Cartagena de Indias, 3.2 km from Steps of La Popa Mount.

    very clean bathroom, bathroom only for my room, friendly staff

  • A orilla del mar en Baru Hostel Club
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 34 reviews

    Set in Cartagena de Indias, A orilla del mar en Baru Hostel Club offers beachfront accommodation a few steps from Playa Blanca and offers various facilities, such as a garden, a restaurant and a bar.

    No hubo desayuno. Pero la gente es bien amable y la ubicación es excelente

  • Hostel la Antigua Capsula
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 504 reviews

    Hostel la Antigua Capsula features a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and bar in Cartagena de Indias.

    Nice little hostel with good breakfast. Nice staff!

  • Hostal La Guaca
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 332 reviews

    Located in Cartagena de Indias, Hostal La Guaca features a garden, terrace, bar, and free WiFi throughout the property.

    Toda la experiencia súper agradable, el personal y todo

  • Casa Noa Colonial Rooms By SOHO
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 37 reviews

    Situated in the Centro district in Cartagena de Indias, Casa Noa Colonial Rooms By SOHO offers 3-star rooms with free WiFi.

    Excelente ubicación y experiencia en el hotel! Volvería!

  • THE MANGO TREE HOSTEL 4:20
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 591 reviews

    Located in Cartagena de Indias and with Marbella Beach reachable within 1.3 km, THE MANGO TREE HOSTEL 4:20 provides concierge services, rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared...

    staff was nice and lovely, I like them but only them

  • Hostal Badillo SV
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 855 reviews

    Featuring a shared lounge, there is a roof terrace and views, with chairs and tables for guests but it is located on the third floor of the property.

    Perfect service. special place. I enjoyed very much

  • Peregrinos Hostel Cartagena de Indias
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 38 reviews

    Situated conveniently in the Manga district of Cartagena de Indias, Peregrinos Hostel Cartagena de Indias is set 2.6 km from Marbella Beach, 2.7 km from Bocagrande Beach and 3.1 km from Cartagena's...

    bien situé, propre, personnel très gentil et accueillant!!!

  • Mira Mira Beach
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 142 reviews

    Situated in Cartagena de Indias, Mira Mira Beach offers beachfront accommodation 5 km from Bolivar Park and features various facilities, such as a restaurant, a bar and a garden.

    todo, son los mejores. La ubicación, personal… todo

  • Hostal Casa de Barajas
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 484 reviews

    Located within 2.7 km of Bocagrande Beach and 3.2 km of Steps of La Popa Mount, Hostal Casa de Barajas offers rooms in Cartagena de Indias.

    Getsemani reachable in 10 min walk. Friendly owners.

  • Hotel Ocean View
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 332 reviews

    Featuring a shared lounge and a terrace, Hotel Ocean View is set in Cartagena de Indias, 400 metres from Bocagrande Beach and 700 metres from Castillogrande Beach.

    La amabilidad de la encargada, super linda persona.

  • OasisBlueCartagena
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 20 reviews

    Set in Cartagena de Indias, a few steps from Playa Blanca, OasisBlueCartagena offers accommodation with a terrace, private parking and a bar.

    La atención del administrador, siempre fue muy atento y presto a ayudar,

  • Hostal Casa Mathias
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 107 reviews

    Attractively set in the Getsemani district of Cartagena de Indias, Hostal Casa Mathias is situated 1.3 km from Marbella Beach, 2 km from Bocagrande Beach and less than 1 km from San Felipe de Barajas...

    La calidad del hermano que estaba de recepcionista

  • Media Luna Hostel Cartagena
    7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,922 reviews

    Featuring an outdoor swimming pool, hammocks, and a garden, this hostel offers common kitchen and BBQ facilities, and a large terrace with splendid panoramic city views.

    everything, great staff, clean and free breakfast.

  • AcuaVista
    7.2
    Scored 7.2
    Good
    Rated good
     · 22 reviews

    Set in Cartagena de Indias and with Marbella Beach reachable within 700 metres, AcuaVista offers a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace.

    Ubicación todo cerca de muchas cosas, Jhon muy amable y nos recomendó muy bien, totalmente honesto

  • Hostal Familiar Caribbean Blu
    6.6
    Scored 6.6
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 24 reviews

    Situated in Cartagena de Indias and with Marbella Beach reachable within 1.5 km, Hostal Familiar Caribbean Blu features concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi throughout the...

    El confor y toda las comodidades que otros lugares no e tenido.

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Hostels that guests love in Cartagena de Indias

  • Avg. price/night: US$20.78
    7.2
    Scored 7.2
    Good
    Rated good
     · 28 reviews
    Nice and chill hostel in a quiet neighbourhood just near by the beach and close to city center. I stayed here a couple of nights with my husband and my 2 kids and we had a nice and enjoyable time. The room was perfect for us, it had a double bed and a twin bunk bed, which we appreciated with the kids. The room has aircon and has it's own key. The staff was lovely and helpful and the other guests were very chill and quiet by the time we were there.
    Stacey
    Family with young children
  • 8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 702 reviews
    The pools had a shallow side and a deep side. The hostel was not too big, and enclosed so I felt safe if my kids went out by themselves for a bit. There were two friendly cats. The staff was nice, Johnny at the front desk was warm and helpful. It was kid friendly. There is a grocery store a short walk away. Good bar and cocktails.
    Leanne
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: US$126.38
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 283 reviews
    It is Morden hostel inside city The rooms are good you can find wonderful people from Colombia (staff) or internationals with different ages Normally I don’t like dormitories but I was sad when I left Because they told me there was a private room for me but I had already booked a flat 🥲 I suggest everyone come in this hostel even you don’t like dormitory like me you book it for 1-2 days in dormitory if they have not private room and after you decide what you want to do I am really fall in love that place
    Diego
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$78.53
    7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,922 reviews
    Hostel was in a great location and the Breakfast was nice!
    Shannon
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$78.53
    7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,922 reviews
    Great location, nice swimmingpool, pizza restaurant with discount from hostel.
    Julien
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$47.83
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 3,458 reviews
    Great location, with the sites in the old town within 10+ minutes walk. Staff were friendly, efficient and helpful. Area and hotel are safe. I was on the 7th floor and had a fantastic view.
    Hiten
    Solo traveller
  • 8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 635 reviews
    The staff was really friendly and helpful. The place is really clean, the kitchen is well furnished with all the equipment you need to cook and the hostel is located in a safe neighbourhood. It’s very quiet at night
    Zoé
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$69.44
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 558 reviews
    Breakfast was great, fruit and then a typical main dish. Staff were lovely. Felt more like a hotel than a hostel. Great location to either walk to the Plaza, or the sea front where there are loads of food carts, or into the old walled town.
    Mairead
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$89.50
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,372 reviews
    Amazing friendly staff - Carlos and Andres really made felt at home and are very helpful with any advice or issues you may face with fast service. Best hostel to stay in Cartagena.
    Karan
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$89.50
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,372 reviews
    viajero cartagena is a hostel with very much of backpackers vibe. and very convivial. easy to meet some new people.
    Sascha
    People with friends

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