Tamarindo Beach Hostel

2.0 star property

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Property grounds
Shower, free toiletries, towels, toilet paper
Miscellaneous
Individually decorated, free WiFi, bed sheets
Miscellaneous

Reviews

2.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

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Carrera 2 #11-15, hostel, Taganga, Magdalena, 470001
  • Place, Taganga Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Playaca
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Grande Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Santa Marta (SMR-Simon Bolivar)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Beach View

  • Beach view
  • 178 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Panoramic Shared Dormitory, Multiple Beds, Sea View

  • Ocean view
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 6 Twin Bunk Beds

Exclusive Apartment, 1 Queen Bed, Air conditioning, Sea View

  • Ocean view
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Beach View

  • Beach view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 178 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Air conditioning

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Air conditioning

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Air conditioning, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Santa Marta

Tamarindo Beach Hostel places you within a leisurely stroll of Taganga Beach and Taganga Viewpoint. This 12-room hostel has free breakfast along with conveniences like free in-room WiFi and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Taganga Beach - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Genemaka Beach - 15 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Playaca - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Grande Beach - 8 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Rodadero Beach - 21 min drive - 6.0 miles

Getting around

  • Santa Marta (SMR-Simon Bolivar) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Creperia - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Hotel Ballena Azul - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Estadero La 19 - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Café Thui - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Hotel Tnt Mirador - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Tamarindo Beach Hostel

Tamarindo Beach Hostel features free WiFi in public areas, a free grocery shopping service, and laundry facilities. If you drive, put free parking to good use. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with concierge services and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a TV in a common area, a convenience store, and a garden.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Free toiletries are also included.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Free grocery shopping service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • Individual decor

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 8:00 AM; Check-in end time: 11:00 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 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after noon 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

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

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 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 only accepts cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 8:00 AM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.
Property Registration Number 236982

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • 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 only accepts 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.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do around Tamarindo Beach Hostel ?

This hostel is located in Santa Marta, just steps from Taganga Beach. You'll also find Taganga Viewpoint and Genemaka Beach less than a mile away.

How much does it cost to stay at Tamarindo Beach Hostel ?

As of Apr 21, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Tamarindo Beach Hostel on Apr 22, 2026 start from $14, including 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.

Does Tamarindo Beach Hostel feature a casino at the property?

No, Tamarindo Beach Hostel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Tamarindo Beach Hostel ?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

Does Tamarindo Beach Hostel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Tamarindo Beach Hostel offers free breakfast (local cuisine) each morning though there is no restaurant.

Will Tamarindo Beach Hostel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Tamarindo Beach Hostel .

How close is the airport from Tamarindo Beach Hostel ?

The closest major airport to Tamarindo Beach Hostel is Santa Marta (SMR-Simon Bolivar), which is 13.6 mi away (37 minutes by car).

Tamarindo Beach Hostel Reviews

Reviews

2.0
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 2 reviews

2.0/10

Cleanliness

4.0/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Sandra

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Reservamos y cuando llegamos al hostal, el administrador decia que estaban a tope y nod cancelaron la reserva porque a segun ellodno habia llegado el dinero. A su cuenta., no nos ausiwron responder.. Y nos quedamos sin reserva
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Alexis

Disliked: Cleanliness
Fraude Total Tenía mi reserva confirmada, llegué ya al llegar, me dicen que tenían sobre venta, me dejaron varado sin la habitación Aún no puedo obtener mi reembolso CUIDADO ANTES DE RESERVAR
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026