Rio Hostel Buritaca

2.0 star property
Beachfront hostel with 2 restaurants and a winery

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Exterior
Private beach, kayaking
Deluxe Double Room, Garden View | View from room
Aerial view
Deluxe Double Room, Garden View | In-room safe, bed sheets

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
  • Spa
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Gym

Explore the area

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Km. 49 Troncal del Caribe, Buritaca, Magdalena, 470009
  • Place, Buritaca Beach
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Koralia Beach
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Mareygua Beach
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

  • 107 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

Deluxe Double Room, Garden View

  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Tent

  • 65 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

Standard Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 12
  • 6 Twin Bunk Beds

Standard Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

  • 700 sq ft
  • Sleeps 20
  • 10 Twin Bunk Beds and 5 Twin Beds

Superior Double Room, Garden View

  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

Standard Double Room, Garden View

  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Santa Marta

Rio Hostel Buritaca places you within 3 miles (5 km) of popular attractions like Buritaca Beach and Koralia Beach. This 22-room hostel has a private beach, a winery, and a full-service spa.

What's nearby

  • Buritaca Beach - 13 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Koralia Beach - 15 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Mareygua Beach - 15 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Guachaca River - 18 min drive - 6.0 miles
  • Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta National Park - 18 min drive - 6.8 miles

Getting around

  • Santa Marta (SMR-Simon Bolivar) - 147 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Brisa Tranquila - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Bendicion De Dios - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Betsaida Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Playa Bonita Eco Hotel - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Coma Rico - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Rio Hostel Buritaca

Beachfront hostel with 2 restaurants and a winery
Rio Hostel Buritaca features a private beach, a winery, and a full-service spa. There's free offsite parking, and an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for COP 210000 per person one-way. Front-desk staff can help with luggage storage, and provide local restaurant recommendations. Other amenities at this spa hostel include a lazy river, a 24-hour gym, and free WiFi in public areas.
Recreational amenities at the hostel include a private beach, a lazy river, and a 24-hour fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hostel's full-service spa. Services include massages. The spa is open daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Bus station shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to noon for a fee: COP 18,000 to 36,000 for adults and COP 18,000 to 36,000 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Hosted evening meal available daily for a fee of COP 35,000
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Full-service spa
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Kayaking
  • Lazy river
  • Surf lessons
  • Volleyball
  • Winery

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Lazy river
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • On a private beach
  • On a river

Full-service spa

  • Massage
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Accessible bus station shuttle
  • No elevator

More

  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 7:00 AM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for free

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.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately COP 18000 to 36000 for adults, and COP 18000 to 36000 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: COP 210000 per person (one-way)
  • Hosted evening meal: COP 35000

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: 7:00 AM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers free nearby parking.
Property Registration Number 74318

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, 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.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see near Rio Hostel Buritaca?

This hostel is located in Santa Marta, close to Buritaca Beach, Costeño Beach, and Koralia Beach. Mareygua Beach is also within a driving distance of 2.7 mi.

Is parking available on site at Rio Hostel Buritaca?

Bicycle parking is also available for guests.

Is there a spa available at Rio Hostel Buritaca?

There is a full-service spa available for guests to enjoy and services include massages.

Does Rio Hostel Buritaca have a casino at the property?

No, Rio Hostel Buritaca doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Rio Hostel Buritaca?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Rio Hostel Buritaca?

This riverfront hostel offers plenty of amenities for couples including a private beach, 2 bars, and 2 restaurants.

Does Rio Hostel Buritaca have a hot tub?

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

Does Rio Hostel Buritaca feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Rio Hostel Buritaca has 2 restaurants, and serves a full breakfast each morning for a surcharge.

Will Rio Hostel Buritaca allow pets to stay free of charge?

Yes, pets stay free at Rio Hostel Buritaca.

Are there connecting rooms at Rio Hostel Buritaca?

No, this hostel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

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

No, you won't find rooms with balconies at Rio Hostel Buritaca.

Rio Hostel Buritaca Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

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