Casa Helena Hostel Cartagena

2.0 star property
Hostal with an outdoor pool, 7-minute walk to Clock Tower

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Exterior
Hallway
Hallway
Hallway
Terrace/patio

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Pool
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Calle 30 #10-69, Getsemani, Cartagena, Bolivar, 130001
  • Place, Cartagena de Indias Convention Center
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Walls of Cartagena
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Clock Tower
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cartagena (CTG-Rafael Núñez Intl.)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

Comfort Double Room, Courtyard View

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Comfort Shared Dormitory, Women only

  • 291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Comfort Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

  • 291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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About the neighborhood

Cartagena

Located in Cartagena Walled City within a short walk of Clock Tower, Casa Helena Hostel Cartagena is within a mile (2 km) of other popular sights such as Bocagrande Beach. This 10-room hostal welcomes guests with conveniences like an outdoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk.

What's nearby

  • Plaza de la Trinidad - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Cartagena de Indias Convention Center - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Walls of Cartagena - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Clock Tower - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • San Felipe de Barajas Castle - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Rafael Nunez Intl. Airport (CTG) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪El Cabildo Gastromar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Beer Lovers Tap Room - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Colombitalia - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Doña Lola - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Libertario Coffee Co. & Roasters - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Casa Helena Hostel Cartagena

Hostal with an outdoor pool, 7-minute walk to Clock Tower
Guests staying at Casa Helena Hostel Cartagena enjoy an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and a garden. Airport transportation is made easy with an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for COP 80000 per vehicle one-way. The 24-hour front desk has staff always at the ready.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Change of towels is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hostal include an outdoor pool.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

More

  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • You may be required to pay VAT (19%) at the property. Nonresident travelers who pay using a foreign card or bank transfer and present a valid passport and tourist visa may be exempt from value-added tax (19%) on tourist package bookings (accommodation plus other travel service).

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

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Airport shuttle fee: COP 80000 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or 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 credit cards, debit cards, and cash
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee.
Property Registration Number 200200

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, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as 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.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.

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.
  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

CASA HELENA HOSTEL CARTAGENA Hostal
CASA HELENA HOSTEL CARTAGENA Cartagena
CASA HELENA HOSTEL CARTAGENA Hostal Cartagena

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Casa Helena Hostel Cartagena?

Casa Helena Hostel Cartagena provides free cancellation on certain room rates. If you'd like to learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Casa Helena Hostel Cartagena?

As of Dec 2, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Casa Helena Hostel Cartagena on Dec 8, 2025 start from $103.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What is there to do close to Casa Helena Hostel Cartagena?

This hostal is situated in Cartagena Walled City, just steps from Plaza de la Trinidad and Ciudad Movil Cultural Center, and within a short walk of Clock Tower. You'll also find Walls of Cartagena and San Felipe de Barajas Castle less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Casa Helena Hostel Cartagena?

No, there isn't parking at this hostal.

Does Casa Helena Hostel Cartagena feature a casino?

No, Casa Helena Hostel Cartagena doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Casa Helena Hostel Cartagena?

No, this hostal doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What do couples enjoy most about Casa Helena Hostel Cartagena?

Couples staying at this hostal will appreciate amenities like an outdoor pool and a garden plus some guestrooms include courtyard views.

Are there hot tubs at Casa Helena Hostel Cartagena?

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

Does Casa Helena Hostel Cartagena have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Casa Helena Hostel Cartagena doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Casa Helena Hostel Cartagena allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Casa Helena Hostel Cartagena.

Are there connecting rooms at Casa Helena Hostel Cartagena?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hostal.

Where is the closest airport to Casa Helena Hostel Cartagena?

The closest major airport to Casa Helena Hostel Cartagena is Rafael Nunez Intl. Airport (CTG), which is 4.1 mi away (15 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Casa Helena Hostel Cartagena?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Casa Helena Hostel Cartagena.

Reviews

Casa Helena Hostel Cartagena Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

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

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

MIRIAM

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Me encantó la ubicación, el personal de recepción muy amable, la habitación estaba limpia y con todo lo básico necesario para tener un buen hospedaje
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Incrível a estadia. Funcionários solícitos, sempre ajudando em algo. Limpeza impecável! Recomendo de olhos fechados!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025