Sam's VIP Hostel San Gil

2.0 star property
Adults-only hostel with a rooftop terrace and a 24-hour front desk

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Terrace/patio
Dining
Balcony
In-room safe, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Carrera 10 N 12-33, San Gil, Santander, 684031
  • Place, San Gil Cathedral
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, El Puente Shopping Center
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Parque Gallineral
    ‪10 min walk‬

Room options

Deluxe Double Room

  • 161 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Basic Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

San Gil

Sam's VIP Hostel San Gil places you next to La Libertad Park and San Gil Cathedral. This 8-room hostel welcomes guests with a bar/lounge and conveniences like an outdoor pool and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • San Gil Cathedral - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • El Puente Shopping Center - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Gallineral Natural Park - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Hill of the Cross - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Parque Gallineral - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Juanmar Restaurante - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Kafé Loma Verde - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Salon de onces Monterrey - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Balcón Sangileño - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Sam's VIP Hostel San Gil

Adults-only hostel with a rooftop terrace and a 24-hour front desk
Guests staying at Sam's VIP Hostel San Gil enjoy an outdoor pool, a rooftop terrace, and free WiFi in public areas. You'll find limited parking. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with tours or tickets, dry cleaning/laundry, and access to locker space. Other amenities at this adults-only hostel include a microwave in a common area, a refrigerator in a common area, and a computer station.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 32-inch LCD TVs. Refrigerators, microwaves, and ovens are also standard.
Recreational amenities at the hostel include an outdoor pool.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Rooftop terrace

Spa

  • Massage

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop

More

  • Fan
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 18 are not permitted to stay at this adults-only property (only guests 18 and older are allowed)

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • You may be required to pay the following charge at the property: Colombia Value-Added Tax (VAT) at 19%. A VAT exemption is available to travelers who present a valid passport and tourist visa showing they are not a resident of Colombia and who pay using a foreign card or via a bank transfer from outside Colombia. This exemption applies only to tourist package bookings (accommodation plus other travel services).

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 2:30 PM—-11:30 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers limited parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Visitors traveling with a child may be required by the property to present the following documents: At check-in, parents traveling into Colombia with a child under 18 may be obligated to present the child's birth certificate and photo ID (passport for non-Columbian citizens). If a relative or legal guardian is traveling into Colombia with the child, that relative or legal guardian may be obligated to present a notarized consent of travel signed by both parents, along with a copy of both parents' ID. If only one parent is traveling into Colombia with the child, that parent may be required to present a notarized consent of travel signed by the other parent. Visitors planning to travel with children should consult a Colombian consulate office in advance of travel for additional guidance.
  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

SamS VIP Hostel
SamS VIP San Gil
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Hostel/Backpacker accommodation SamS VIP Hostel San Gil
SamS VIP Hostel San Gil San Gil
SamS VIP
Sam's Vip Hostel Gil Gil
Sam's VIP Hostel San Gil San Gil
Sam's VIP Hostel San Gil Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
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Frequently asked questions

What's there to do close to Sam's VIP Hostel San Gil?

This hostel in San Gil is within a 10-minute walk of El Puente Shopping Center and La Libertad Park. You'll also find Parque Gallineral and Gallineral Natural Park less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Sam's VIP Hostel San Gil?

Yes, though parking is limited.

Is a spa located at Sam's VIP Hostel San Gil?

Spa services at the hostel include massages.

Does Sam's VIP Hostel San Gil have a casino?

No, Sam's VIP Hostel San Gil doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Sam's VIP Hostel San Gil?

No, this hostel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access between 8:00 AM and 8:00 PM.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Sam's VIP Hostel San Gil?

At this adults-only hostel, couples will appreciate amenities like a bar and an outdoor pool plus some rooms include mountain views.

Does Sam's VIP Hostel San Gil have a hot tub?

No, this hostel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Sam's VIP Hostel San Gil have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Sam's VIP Hostel San Gil doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Sam's VIP Hostel San Gil allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Sam's VIP Hostel San Gil.

Are there connecting rooms at Sam's VIP Hostel San Gil?

No, this hostel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Sam's VIP Hostel San Gil?

No, there aren't any rooms with balconies at Sam's VIP Hostel San Gil.

Sam's VIP Hostel San Gil Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Francesca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

We love San Gil

We loved our stay at Sams, great location and super patient staff who answered all my endless questions! Booked a couple of tours through them and they were both brilliant. Only wish we’d stayed longer!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Coffee and fruit in the morning was a nice touch. Great location on the main square. Wasn’t as impressive as we thought it was going to be normal hostel with a nice rooftop balcony area.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Roland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bon hôtel bien placé en centre ville Accueille sympa Rapport qualité prix excellent Manque petit dejeuner Roland
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020