8/10 Good
Vagn
Feb 3, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice stay
Vagn
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
La Guaca Hostel
2.0 star property
Hostel with free breakfast, near Santa Marta Cathedral
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Reviews
8.08.0 out of 10
Very good
Popular amenities
- Breakfast included
- Pool
- Laundry
- Free WiFi
Explore the area
Carrera 8, 27 - 75, Santa Marta, Magdalena, 470004
- Santa Marta Cathedral17 min walk
- Parque de los Novios18 min walk
- Bahia de Santa Marta20 min walk
- Santa Marta (SMR-Simon Bolivar)27 min drive
Room options
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Economy Double Room
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Double Bed
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Standard Triple Room
- Sleeps 3
- 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
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Standard Double Room
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Double Bed
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Family Quadruple Room
- Sleeps 4
- 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
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Family Quadruple Room
- Sleeps 4
- 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
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Basic Double Room
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Double Bed
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Superior Double Room
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Double Bed
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About the neighborhood
Santa Marta
Located in Bavaria, La Guaca Hostel is within a mile (2 km) of popular sights such as Santa Marta Cathedral and Parque de los Novios. This 23-room hostel has conveniences like free breakfast, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.
What's nearby
- Santa Marta Cathedral - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
- Parque de los Novios - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
- Santa Marta Beach - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
- Bahia de Santa Marta - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
- Rodadero Sea Aquarium and Museum - 10 min drive - 4.0 miles
Getting around
- Santa Marta (SMR-Simon Bolivar) - 27 min drive
Restaurants
- Pizza Factory - 5 min walk
- McDonald's - 7 min walk
- McDonald's - 10 min walk
- Restaurante Ombú Steakhouse - 2 min walk
- Little Ouzo - 8 min walk
About this property
La Guaca Hostel
Hostel with free breakfast, near Santa Marta Cathedral
Guests of La Guaca Hostel enjoy an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and microwave in a common area. Front-desk staff can assist with luggage storage, tours or tickets, and access to locker space. Additional amenities include a refrigerator in a common area, laundry facilities, and a vending machine.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hostel include an outdoor pool.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Languages
Catalan, English, French, Portuguese, Spanish
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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
- Onsite parking available only on request
Food and drink
- Free full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM
Things to do
- Outdoor pool
- TV in common areas
Family friendly
- Laundry facilities
- Outdoor pool
Conveniences
- Laundry facilities
- Limited-hour front desk
- Lockers
- Luggage storage
- Shared microwave
- Shared refrigerator
- Vending machine
- Water dispenser
Guest services
- Housekeeping (on request)
- Tour and ticket assistance
Outdoors
- Garden
Accessibility
- If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
- No elevator
- Stair-free path to entrance
- Well-lit path to entrance
- Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
- Wheelchair-accessible pool
- Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
More
- Communal living room
- Designated smoking areas
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
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.
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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
- Check-in: 1:00 PM—-10:00 PM
- Check-out: 11:00 AM
- Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours.
Property Registration Number 34669
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.
- Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking.
- 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
La Guaca Hostel Santa Marta
La Guaca Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
La Guaca Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Santa Marta
Frequently asked questions
What is there to do within easy reach of La Guaca Hostel?
This hostel is situated in Bavaria within a short 18-minute walk of Parque de los Novios and also 20 minutes on foot from Santa Marta Beach. You'll also find Taganga Beach and Rodadero Beach within a short drive.
Is parking available on site at La Guaca Hostel?
Yes, though parking is available on request.
Does La Guaca Hostel feature a casino on the premises?
No, La Guaca Hostel doesn't have a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at La Guaca Hostel?
No, this hostel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.
Is La Guaca Hostel a good place to stay for couples?
Couples will appreciate amenities like an outdoor pool, free breakfast, and a garden at this hostel.
Does La Guaca Hostel have a hot tub?
No, this hostel doesn't have a spa tub.
Does La Guaca Hostel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?
La Guaca Hostel offers free full breakfasts each morning though there is no restaurant.
Will La Guaca Hostel allow pets to stay for free?
No, pets aren't allowed at La Guaca Hostel.
Are there connecting rooms at La Guaca Hostel?
No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hostel.
Where is the closest airport to La Guaca Hostel?
The closest major airport to La Guaca Hostel is Santa Marta (SMR-Simon Bolivar), which is 10.6 mi away (27 minutes by car).
Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at La Guaca Hostel?
Yes, some rooms at La Guaca Hostel offer a furnished patio.
La Guaca Hostel Reviews
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