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Located in the centre of Santa Marta, 600 metres from Bahía de Santa Marta Beach and 200 metres from Santa Marta Cathedral, Hostel paradise St offers free WiFi and air conditioning. This guest house is 5.1 km from Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino and 7.1 km from Rodadero Sea Aquarium and Museum. The property is set in the Centro Historico district.

Spotlessly clean throughout the room and the common areas. Fabulously comfortable beds with beautiful linens. Good towels and toiletries in the spacious bathroom which had a good rain shower and even a bidet spray. Nightstands had great lights for reading and there were many outlets at bedside and also at the desk and chair. Staff were wonderful, friendly and helpful although not much English spoken. Location is excellent, close to the action but far enough to be quiet at nights. Work is being done downstairs but I didn't hear any noise. Even when the next door restaurant had loud music closing the bathroom door made it quiet so soundproofing is excellent. Highly recommend this excellent choice.

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9.6
Exceptional
101 reviews
Price from
£28
per night

All units at the guest house are fitted with a seating area. Accommodation includes a terrace with mountain views, a fully equipped kitchenette, an outdoor dining area and a private bathroom with shower. At the guest house, each unit has bed linen and towels.

The location was 10 minutes to the entrance of Zaino. The room was very spacious. It is also close to the river where you can swim. But the best part was the owner. Ramon was very helpful. Thank you very much!

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9.3
Superb
104 reviews
Price from
£14
per night

Boasting a garden and views of garden, Casa Feliz Hostal is a recently renovated guest house situated in Santa Marta, 1.4 km from Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a 24-hour front desk and a shared kitchen, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Private parking can be arranged at an extra charge.

Felix is a super great host! It is not the typical hotel, it is like staying with a family. I used it mostly, to visit the Tayrona national park. Felix and his friends were super helpful about planning everything, for taking the bus and keeping some stuff, while I was hiking in the park. The bus is just leaving two minutes away from the place and just costs 8000 COP, for go to the park. For me it was an amazing stay, Felix and his friends are super friendly and so helpful and flexible!

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9.3
Superb
308 reviews
Price from
£6
per night

At the guest house, the units come with a private bathroom.

Rodadero Sea Aquarium and Museum is 3.9 km from the guest house, while Santa Marta Cathedral is 6.9 km away. The nearest airport is Simón Bolívar International Airport, 8 km from Rivera Hostel.

Great family hostel! Super friendly people!

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9.3
Superb
189 reviews
Price from
£14
per night

Offering inner courtyard views, The Host at Santa Marta is an accommodation situated in Santa Marta, 1.3 km from Bahía de Santa Marta Beach and 2.7 km from Lipe Beach. There is a private entrance at the guest house for the convenience of those who stay. Free WiFi, a shared kitchen and full-day security are available.

Very clean and they offer cleaning service every day. The bed was really comfortable. The AC worked great. Very good wifi. The staff is always ready to help. Mini fridge in the room! Safe area. Good shared kitchen with lots of space. We loved it!

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9.1
Superb
120 reviews
Price from
£22
per night

Boasting an open-air bath and views of sea, Casa Dos Almas is a recently renovated guest house situated in Santa Marta, a few steps from Playa de Mendihuaca. This beachfront property offers access to a terrace. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a picnic area.

The staff was amazing, the location was great!!!! Would definitely go back here again!

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9.8
Exceptional
33 reviews
Price from
£73
per night

Set in Santa Marta, Magdalena region, La Casa de Ian is situated 1.9 km from Playa Buritaca. The guest house features family rooms.

At the guest house, units have a wardrobe. With a shared bathroom, units at the guest house also have free WiFi. At the guest house, the units have bed linen and towels.

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9.1
Superb
9 reviews
Price from
£9
per night

Located in Santa Marta, within 60 metres of Playa de Mendihuaca and 400 metres of Playa Los Angeles, HOSTAL MIRADOR TAYRONA provides accommodation with a garden as well as free private parking for guests who drive. The property features sea and mountain views, and is 2.9 km from Los Naranjos Beach. Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino is 38 km from the guest house and Santa Marta Gold Museum is 42 km away.

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9.6
Exceptional
17 reviews
Price from
£29
per night

HOSTAL CASA ALFON BURITACA is situated in Santa Marta. The air-conditioned accommodation is 100 metres from Playa Buritaca. The guest house features a sun terrace, a 24-hour front desk, and free WiFi is available throughout the property.

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9
Superb
6 reviews
Price from
£27
per night

At the inn, rooms include a balcony with a garden view. With a private bathroom fitted with a bath and free toiletries, rooms at Cabaña Wiwa Tayrona also boast a mountain view. The rooms have a wardrobe.

Señora Catarina and Señor Robinson were so kind and heartful. We felt home from the very beginning. The garden is magic and we were allowed to pick fruits out of it for eating. We could also use the kitchen sometimes. The place is very peaceful and close to the beach and the river. The street is a little bit noisy but all the animal sounds let it go in the background. The breakfast was amazing! We did a walk with señor Robinson and he explained us a few things about Tayrona and the surroundings. A nice view into the real Columbian life. Thanks for everything!

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9.2
Superb
10 reviews
Price from
£28
per night

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  • Avg. price/night: £31.90
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 715 reviews
    Such a great hostel. Has everything you need. Super chill. Lovely staff. Great location. Awesome pool. Solid set up overall. And has both AC and non-AC dorms (bliss for AC haters like myself).
    TravelAlly
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £30.55
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 788 reviews
    A lovely family run hotel in the colonial part of Santa Marta. My room was spacious and clean, the bed was comfortable too. Great vibe in the guesthouse with hosts always there to help and make the stay of the guests as pleasant as possible. I was given advice on local attractions as well as provided valuable info about transport options. Highly recommended. Bojan
    SANDER 🇪🇪
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £27.39
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 52 reviews
    Simple but thoughtfully done with natural materials (Stone and wood). Gorgeous seafront view with excellent key lock system. We were on the ground floor and right on the beach but felt totally safe. Good fan and more than enough to keep very cool (we even turned it down). Helpful staff who organised a taxi for onward transport. Great location right by the river mouth (swimming bit). Quiet chilled out vibe and not a party place which we liked.
    LEILA
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: £17.43
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 91 reviews
    Victor is a very friendly host and really takes his time for his guests. The streets around are really quiet which is a big plus in Santa Marta. The breakfast is delicious and cheap, they have washing services which are also fast and cheap. It is not a not a big hostel with a lot of partying guests. Airconditioning works good and there is semi-warm water in the shower which is also a big plus im Santa Marta. The WIFI works constantly and is good enough to do video calls on.
    Jonne
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £27.64
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 228 reviews
    The hostel is clean and nice, quiet and beautiful. The location is good, close to the bay and shops. The stuff is amazing.
    Gonzalo
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: £18.45
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 698 reviews
    Great location, great people, great food --> great hostel! The pool is a fantastic treat on top.
    Dimitri13
    Solo traveller
  • 9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 27 reviews
    great location in a quiet neigbourhood but very close to the city center where all the action is. beds very comfortable and really nice owner. also breakfast was very nice!
    Ewa
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £23.58
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 418 reviews
    Great location in the centre, but unlike all the other central hostels, it was quiet enough at night to actually be able to sleep! Rooms are small, but you have curtains in beds and the beds felt sturdy as well, so you won't feel the person in top bunk moving. Great facilities as well. Cute little place for a good night's sleep and helpful staff!
    Elsa
    Solo traveller
  • 7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 895 reviews
    - well equipped room: air con, fan, towels, soap, tv, lots of storage space - staff was very friendly and welcoming - good breakfast with fresh fruit - great location: walking distance to city centre, beach, cafes, restaurants, supermarkets,... - very secure hostel
    Anna
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £32.30
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,017 reviews
    The hostel is gorgeous, with a beautiful pool, great top floor terrace and chill-out zone. Shared bathrooms very decent. Very comfy shared room beds with curtains, personal light, big lockers. Staff super nice Great restaurant selection and at cheap prices We were on a weekend and there was a party on the top floor, very nice! Great location.
    Blanca
    People with friends

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