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Life is Good Cartagena Hostel

Getsemani, Cartagena de Indias

Situated in Cartagena de Indias and with Bocagrande Beach reachable within 1.7 km, Life is Good Cartagena Hostel features concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a terrace, free WiFi throughout the...

T
Toni
From
Australia
room, location, breakfast, cooking class, staff
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 693 reviews
Price from
US$103.45
1 night, 2 adults

Los Patios Hostel

Getsemani, Cartagena de Indias

Featuring common areas for reading and relaxing, Los Patios Hostel offers free Wi-Fi and massage services in Cartagena. Bocagrande beach area is 5 km away.

D
Diana
From
Colombia
I chose Los Patios because they offer a women-only room that was perfect for me as a solo traveler. The staff are exceptionally attentive—I even suffered food poisoning from eating fish on the beach, and they help arrange medical assistance and provide some natural juice and arrocito. I truly felt at home. The hostel has a fantastic vibe, with plenty of activities available, including really fun dance classes.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 921 reviews
Price from
US$67.44
1 night, 2 adults

Hostal Casa Torres Centro Historico - Adults Only

Centro, Cartagena de Indias

Conveniently located in the centre of Cartagena de Indias, Hostal Casa Torres Centro Historico - Adults Only offers air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge and free WiFi.

S
Sarah
From
Belgium
Perfect located in the walled city, feels very safe, friendly staff, nice and clean rooms with air-conditioning. Good breakfast, they prepare it for you.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,549 reviews
Price from
US$86.47
1 night, 2 adults

CASA MOVIDA HOSTEL

Centro, Cartagena de Indias

Conveniently set in the centre of Cartagena de Indias, CASA MOVIDA HOSTEL provides air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge.

M
MarcosVR
From
Netherlands
This hostel is right in the center where it all happens. The cabins are huge. You can put all your stuff inside the cabin where you sleep in, and still you have enough space left. The rooms were clean. The rooftop is a big plus, and the pizza restaurant downstairs is amazing! This is better than a fancy hotel. Don't look further!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,707 reviews
Price from
US$90.95
1 night, 2 adults

Santuario Getsemani Hostel

Getsemani, Cartagena de Indias

Santuario Getsemani Hostel in Cartagena de Indias provides adults-only accommodation with a garden, a shared lounge and a bar.

s
sarah
From
Germany
Very nice and friendly staff, location was top, very spacious and felt like a private room because of the blinds.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,897 reviews
Price from
US$31.02
1 night, 2 adults

The Clock Hostel & Suites

Centro, Cartagena de Indias

Situated conveniently in Cartagena de Indias, The Clock Hostel & Suites offers air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge.

O
Orfhlaith Jennifer
From
United Kingdom
Most privacy I've ever had in a hostel and it was in the biggest dorm I've ever stayed in!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,185 reviews
Price from
US$24.32
1 night, 2 adults

República Hostel Cartagena

Centro, Cartagena de Indias

Offering an outdoor pool and terrace, República Hostel Cartagena. Is located in the San Diego district in Cartagena de Indias. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar.

J
Jennyfer
From
Peru
The property is confortable and the people are always nice and helpful.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,826 reviews
Price from
US$33.22
1 night, 2 adults

Casa 1811

Getsemani, Cartagena de Indias

Located in a colonial area and offering free WiFi, Casa 1811 offers accommodation in Cartagena de Indias. The San Felipe de Barajas castle is 800 meters from the property.

E
Edyta
From
United Kingdom
Localisation, room, friendly staff, fast, wifi. Highly recommend 🙂
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,553 reviews
Price from
US$54.72
1 night, 2 adults

Masaya Cartagena

Getsemani, Cartagena de Indias

Masaya Cartagena has an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a terrace and restaurant in Cartagena de Indias.

H
Hossam
From
Germany
Everything was perfect and more than i had expected. It was very clean and the beds was very comfy.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 217 reviews
Price from
US$131.58
1 night, 2 adults

Casa Noa Colonial Rooms

Centro, Cartagena de Indias

Attractively situated in the centre of Cartagena de Indias, Casa Noa Colonial Rooms features à la carte breakfast and free WiFi. This 3-star hostel offers luggage storage space.

A
ADRIANA
From
Colombia
Amazing staff, excellent location, best restaurants and nightlife around the hotel!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 395 reviews
Price from
US$112.21
1 night, 2 adults
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Life is Good Cartagena Hostel

Getsemani, Cartagena de Indias

Situated in Cartagena de Indias and with Bocagrande Beach reachable within 1.7 km, Life is Good Cartagena Hostel features concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a terrace, free WiFi throughout the...

T
Toni
From
Australia
room, location, breakfast, cooking class, staff
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 693 reviews
Price from
US$103.45
1 night, 2 adults

Los Patios Hostel

Getsemani, Cartagena de Indias

Featuring common areas for reading and relaxing, Los Patios Hostel offers free Wi-Fi and massage services in Cartagena. Bocagrande beach area is 5 km away.

D
Diana
From
Colombia
I chose Los Patios because they offer a women-only room that was perfect for me as a solo traveler. The staff are exceptionally attentive—I even suffered food poisoning from eating fish on the beach, and they help arrange medical assistance and provide some natural juice and arrocito. I truly felt at home. The hostel has a fantastic vibe, with plenty of activities available, including really fun dance classes.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 921 reviews
Price from
US$67.44
1 night, 2 adults

Hostal Casa Torres Centro Historico - Adults Only

Centro, Cartagena de Indias

Conveniently located in the centre of Cartagena de Indias, Hostal Casa Torres Centro Historico - Adults Only offers air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge and free WiFi.

S
Sarah
From
Belgium
Perfect located in the walled city, feels very safe, friendly staff, nice and clean rooms with air-conditioning. Good breakfast, they prepare it for you.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,549 reviews
Price from
US$86.47
1 night, 2 adults

CASA MOVIDA HOSTEL

Centro, Cartagena de Indias

Conveniently set in the centre of Cartagena de Indias, CASA MOVIDA HOSTEL provides air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge.

M
MarcosVR
From
Netherlands
This hostel is right in the center where it all happens. The cabins are huge. You can put all your stuff inside the cabin where you sleep in, and still you have enough space left. The rooms were clean. The rooftop is a big plus, and the pizza restaurant downstairs is amazing! This is better than a fancy hotel. Don't look further!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,707 reviews
Price from
US$90.95
1 night, 2 adults

Santuario Getsemani Hostel

Getsemani, Cartagena de Indias

Santuario Getsemani Hostel in Cartagena de Indias provides adults-only accommodation with a garden, a shared lounge and a bar.

s
sarah
From
Germany
Very nice and friendly staff, location was top, very spacious and felt like a private room because of the blinds.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,897 reviews
Price from
US$31.02
1 night, 2 adults

The Clock Hostel & Suites

Centro, Cartagena de Indias

Situated conveniently in Cartagena de Indias, The Clock Hostel & Suites offers air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge.

O
Orfhlaith Jennifer
From
United Kingdom
Most privacy I've ever had in a hostel and it was in the biggest dorm I've ever stayed in!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,185 reviews
Price from
US$24.32
1 night, 2 adults

República Hostel Cartagena

Centro, Cartagena de Indias

Offering an outdoor pool and terrace, República Hostel Cartagena. Is located in the San Diego district in Cartagena de Indias. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar.

J
Jennyfer
From
Peru
The property is confortable and the people are always nice and helpful.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,826 reviews
Price from
US$33.22
1 night, 2 adults

Casa 1811

Getsemani, Cartagena de Indias

Located in a colonial area and offering free WiFi, Casa 1811 offers accommodation in Cartagena de Indias. The San Felipe de Barajas castle is 800 meters from the property.

E
Edyta
From
United Kingdom
Localisation, room, friendly staff, fast, wifi. Highly recommend 🙂
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,553 reviews
Price from
US$54.72
1 night, 2 adults

Masaya Cartagena

Getsemani, Cartagena de Indias

Masaya Cartagena has an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a terrace and restaurant in Cartagena de Indias.

H
Hossam
From
Germany
Everything was perfect and more than i had expected. It was very clean and the beds was very comfy.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 217 reviews
Price from
US$131.58
1 night, 2 adults

Casa Noa Colonial Rooms

Centro, Cartagena de Indias

Attractively situated in the centre of Cartagena de Indias, Casa Noa Colonial Rooms features à la carte breakfast and free WiFi. This 3-star hostel offers luggage storage space.

A
ADRIANA
From
Colombia
Amazing staff, excellent location, best restaurants and nightlife around the hotel!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 395 reviews
Price from
US$112.21
1 night, 2 adults
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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 395 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 810 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Cartagena de Indias

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,553 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 921 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Cartagena de Indias

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,185 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Cartagena de Indias

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,897 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Cartagena de Indias

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,707 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Cartagena de Indias

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,549 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Cartagena de Indias

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,826 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Cartagena de Indias

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 217 reviews

No credit card needed to book these hostels in Cartagena de Indias and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 322 reviews

Set within 1.7 km of Marbella Beach and 400 metres of San Felipe de Barajas Castle, Hostal Casa de Barajas offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Cartagena de Indias.

From US$24.32 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 476 reviews

Located in Cartagena de Indias, Hostal La Guaca features a garden, terrace, bar, and free WiFi throughout the property.

From US$27.02 per night

Shantyhostal

Cartagena de Indias
No credit card needed

Shantyhostal is set in Cartagena de Indias, 4.7 km from Palace of the Inquisition and 4.8 km from Bolivar Park.

From US$27 per night

casa real

Cartagena de Indias
No credit card needed

Set within 1.3 km of Marbella Beach and 2 km of Steps of La Popa Mount, casa real offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Cartagena de Indias.

Set in Cartagena de Indias and within 7.7 km of Steps of La Popa Mount, Hostal Los Alpes Cartagena features a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

Situated in Cartagena de Indias, a few steps from La Boquilla Beach, CABAÑA MIRADOR DE LA BOQUILLA features air-conditioned accommodation and a shared lounge.

From US$54.04 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

Set in Cartagena de Indias, a few steps from La Boquilla Beach, Casa Playa Boquilla offers accommodation with a private beach area, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

From US$81.01 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 15 reviews

Home Beach Kristalu features a garden, private beach area, a shared lounge and bar in Cartagena de Indias.

From US$32.40 per night

Great access to the city centre. Check these hostels in Cartagena de Indias and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 445 reviews

Hostal Casa de las Americas features air-conditioned rooms in the Getsemani district of Cartagena de Indias.

From US$68.63 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 660 reviews

Casa Del Pozo Boutique House has an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a shared lounge and restaurant in Cartagena de Indias.

From US$1,605.02 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 362 reviews

Set in Cartagena de Indias, within 1.9 km of Bocagrande Beach and 1.3 km of San Felipe de Barajas Castle, La 10B offers accommodation with a garden and a shared lounge, and free WiFi.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 433 reviews

Situated in Cartagena de Indias, Pachamama Hostel has a shared lounge, terrace, bar, and free WiFi throughout the property.

From US$56.87 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 224 reviews

Located in Cartagena de Indias, Hostel la Antigua Capsula features a garden, terrace, bar, and free WiFi throughout the property.

From US$81.06 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 111 reviews

Casona La Espanola is located in Cartagena de Indias. Free WiFi access is available. Some rooms here will provide you with air conditioning, a balcony and a terrace.

From US$38.64 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 60 reviews

Set within 2.6 km of Bocagrande Beach and 1.1 km of San Felipe de Barajas Castle, Peregrinos Hostel Cartagena de Indias provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Cartagena de...

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 810 reviews

Casa del Puerto Hostel & Suites features an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a shared lounge and terrace in Cartagena de Indias.

From US$81.01 per night

Save money on hostels in Cartagena de Indias and nearby – budget options available

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 661 reviews

Set in Cartagena de Indias, 1.3 km from Marbella Beach, Casa Torices Real 12 offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 447 reviews

Hostal El Bando has an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a shared lounge and terrace in Cartagena de Indias.

From US$67.55 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 693 reviews

Situated in Cartagena de Indias and with Bocagrande Beach reachable within 1.7 km, Life is Good Cartagena Hostel features concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a terrace, free WiFi throughout the...

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 381 reviews

Located in Cartagena de Indias and with Marbella Beach reachable within 1.3 km, Mango Tree Hostel CTG 420 provides concierge services, rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared...

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 96 reviews

Situated conveniently in the Manga district of Cartagena de Indias, Hostal Catalleya is situated 2.5 km from Cartagena's Walls, 3.7 km from Palace of the Inquisition and 3.7 km from Bolivar Park.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 147 reviews

Located in Cartagena de Indias and with Marbella Beach reachable within 1.5 km, CC House Cartagena provides concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a terrace.

From US$54.04 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews

Set within 1.5 km of Marbella Beach and 2.4 km of Steps of La Popa Mount, La fantástica Mi Hostal offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Cartagena de Indias.

Mango Tree Island 420

Tierra Bomba
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews

Located in Tierra Bomba and with Juan Guy Beach reachable within 1.2 km, Mango Tree Island 420 provides a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 693 reviews
Best hostel breakfast ever! Always a choice of fresh options, really substantial and was great every morning. Free coffee, drinking water and ice 24/7. Hostel is in a fab location and the staff were incredible friendly and helpful - cheap laundry service too!
Guest review by
Laura
Young couple
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 693 reviews
Best hostel we’ve ever stayed in, great location, lovely homely atmosphere but no 1 is the staff they are the best SO helpful and accommodating! Massive shout out to the wonderful Jorge who owns/runs the hostel who is truly one of the nicest people we’ve ever met and really made our stay in Cartagena as he gave us the best advice and really looked out for us, ensuring we had the best time.
Guest review by
Meghan
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$1,605.02
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 660 reviews
This is probably one of the best hostels I've ever stayed at, and I've stayed at many. The location is amazing, the staff is lovely, the dorms are great and well equipped (curtains on beds, AC, own power plug and light by bed, locker), there are social areas to hang out, the breakfast is great and there is someone at reception 24/7, so it's very safe. There's even a Netflix room. And the cats are sweet. I was even able to use the pool and shower before check-in, as I arrived early.
Guest review by
Andrea
Solo traveller