JEP Hostel

Property class: 2.5

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Interior
Comfort Shared Dormitory | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
Interior
Reception

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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Carrera 43 #50-33, Medellín, Antioquia, 050012
  • Place, Botero Plaza
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Antioquia Museum
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Plaza Mayor Convention Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Medellín (MDE-José María Córdova Intl.)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Room options

City Double Room

  • 86 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

City Shared Dormitory

  • 108 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 9 Large Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Comfort Shared Dormitory

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 108 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 6 Large Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Medellín

Located in La Candelaria within a short walk of Botero Plaza, JEP Hostel is within a mile (2 km) of other popular sights such as Plaza Mayor Convention Center. This 5-room hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like a bar/lounge, free in-room WiFi, and concierge services.

What's nearby

  • Botero Plaza - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Medellin Cathedral - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Antioquia Museum - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Plaza Cisneros - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Plaza Mayor Convention Center - 3 min drive - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Pabellón del agua EPM Tram Stop - 4 min walk
  • Jose Maria Cordova Intl. Airport (MDE) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Mexican House - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Todo Mar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪El Guanábano - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Lupita Peruana & Mexicana - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Radio City - ‬3 min walk

About this property

JEP Hostel

At JEP Hostel, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, a library, and a terrace. Self parking is offered for COP 10000 per day. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with tours or tickets, dry cleaning/laundry, and access to locker space. Additional amenities include laundry facilities, a garden, and a vending machine.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and wired Internet.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (COP 10,000 per day)

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

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

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Low-height electrical outlets in bathroom
  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • Electrical adapters
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laundry detergent
  • Shared accommodations
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:30 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:30 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: COP 10000

Special check-in instructions

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 or service animals

Property payment types

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.

Optional extras

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

  • Self parking fee: COP 10000 per day
  • Late check-out fee: COP 10000 (subject to availability)

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 and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards
  • Check-in: 1:30 PM
  • Check-out: 11:30 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

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.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards.

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

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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at JEP Hostel?

JEP Hostel offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For additional details, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What can I see around JEP Hostel?

This hotel is situated in La Candelaria within a 10-minute walk of Placita de Flórez, Pablo Tóbon Uribe Theater, and Coltejer Building. You'll also find Botero Plaza and Pueblito Paisa within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at JEP Hostel?

Yes, parking is offered for COP 10,000 per day.

Does JEP Hostel include a casino?

No, JEP Hostel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at JEP Hostel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is JEP Hostel a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like free wired internet as well as a bar/lounge and concierge services.

Are there hot tubs at JEP Hostel?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does JEP Hostel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, JEP Hostel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will JEP Hostel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at JEP Hostel.

Are there connecting rooms at JEP Hostel?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from JEP Hostel?

The closest major airport to JEP Hostel is Jose Maria Cordova Intl. Airport (MDE), which is 13.4 mi away (38 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at JEP Hostel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms at JEP Hostel that offer a balcony.

JEP Hostel Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 20 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Yassine

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

Mille mercis

Señor Justo le gerant vous fait sentir comme si vous êtes chez vous à la maison. Le staff aussi Une bonne atmosphere Very friendly et propre Mille mercis !
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yassine

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

Amazing stay

Nice staff, nice location Thank you !
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yassine

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

Exceptional

The staff, the management, the location Thank you !
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yassine

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

Fantastic

As always.. Fantastic ! Thanks to the team
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marcos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dwight

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rico

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The host Charlie was a great help with any and everything I needed. I highly recommend everyone to stay at this hostel.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yassine

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

Magnifique

Une tres bonne connexion internet et la meilleure douche chaude de Medellín. Le staff administratif et les benevoles sont formidables
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

BODHISATTWA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very nice and helpful stuff. However, you'll find better hotels for the price range in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Lesley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

JEP was fine

Basic hostel. Did the job for a couple of nights. Remarkably quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

2/10 Terrible

Brian

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a "smoking hostel". They have a place for smoking but the smoke goes to the whole hostel. If you have allergy, or breathing problem. Don't go there. There are bed bugs too.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Arnold

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I ❤ this location ,the staff the mood would definitely stay here again if I revisit Medellin
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

2/10 Terrible

Rodrigo

Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Regulas

Falta mantenimiento en varias áreas es descuidadas todas las areas
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Akim

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Super équipe avec des volontaires hyper cool et sympas
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

social, sympa, avec l'essentiel

employés sympathique, hostel sympa et bon marché, parfait pour ceux qui cherchent des rencontres à l'international et/ou juste un endroit ou poser son sac et dormir, pour passer ses journées dehors à découvrir les lieux l'état général de l'hostel est vieillot mais sans importance si vous recherchez l'essentiel petit détail pas évident la 1er fois, la porte semble fermée, il faut passer la main entre des barreaux pour ouvrir le petit loquet peu visible et appuyer sur la mini sonette en haut à gauche entre les barreaux et la porte... ou sinon vous tambourinez comme moi ahahah
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2023

2/10 Terrible

Detlef

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Der Betreiber des Hostels spricht nicht mit den Gringos bzw. beachtet er einen nicht.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

2/10 Terrible

Detlef

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Es ist sehr laut in der Unterkunft als ich etwas um ruhe gebeten bei einer Hilfskraft (Volontär) nach 1.00 Uhr Morgen,s wurde ich ausgelacht von diesem jungen Mann, ich hatte dort den Wäsche-service genutzt in meiner Wäsche befand sich ein unbenutztes Kondom - der Volontär aus Equator nutze das um mich vor allen Leuten zu demütigen- was braucht der alte Mann noch einen Kondom- ich wurde aus dem Hostel gemoppt.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

2/10 Terrible

Efraín

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Me cobraron aún haciendo mi cancelación me hicieron cobro como si hubiera hospedado 4 dias
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

TREBOL TRAVEL SRL

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eutiquio

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

Excelente solo falta el microondas para perfecto

Super amables , todos los servicios, solo les falta tener un Microondas
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023