At Guakmaya Hostel you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Port, Fortresses and Group of Monuments and Caribe Plaza. Highlights at this hostel include in-room free WiFi and Smart TVs. .This hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. Added amenities include a free manager's reception, coffee/tea in a common area and a microwave in a common area. There's also the convenience of free parking nearby. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this Manga hostel include Cartagena de Indias Convention Center and Clock Tower.
San Felipe de Barajas Castle - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
Cartagena de Indias Convention Center - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
Clock Tower - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
Bocagrande Beach - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
Getting around
Cartagena (CTG-Rafael Núñez Intl.) - 19 min drive
Restaurants
El Trebol - 2 min walk
Crepes & Waffles - 5 min walk
Koi Koi Sushi - 3 min walk
Juan Valdez Café - 6 min walk
Sandwich Qbano Caribe Plaza - 8 min walk
About this property
Guakmaya Hostel
Hostel in Cartagena
A free manager's reception is offered daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. Guakmaya Hostel also features a terrace, a garden, and coffee/tea in common area.
Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Cartagena hostel.
8 guestrooms or units
Manager's reception (free)
Coffee in lobby
Express check-in
Express check-out
Storage area for luggage
Terrace
Garden
Television in lobby
Smoking in designated areas
Microwave in a common area
Fridge in a common area
Guakmaya Hostel offers 8 air-conditioned accommodations with shared/communal kitchens and a ceiling fan. Beds feature down duvets. Full-sized fridge/freezers and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead.
Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Smart televisions come with digital channels. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Guests are recommended to download the property's whatsapp mobile app before check-in
Access methods
Access code, private entrance
Pets
Pets and service animals are not allowed at Guakmaya Hostel
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available.
Payment types
Important information
Fees
Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:
You may be required to pay VAT (19%) at the property. Non-resident travellers 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).
A damage deposit of COP 49999 will be collected before check-in.
We've listed all 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 accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Property Registration Number 189950
We should mention
Visitors travelling with a child may be required by the property to present the following documents: at check-in, parents travelling into Colombia with a child under 18 may be obligated to present the child's birth certificate and photo ID (passport for non-Colombian citizens). If a relative or legal guardian is travelling into Colombia with the child, that relative or legal guardian may be obligated to present a notarised consent of travel signed by both parents, along with a copy of both parents' ID. If only one parent is travelling into Colombia with the child, that parent may be required to present a notarised 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.
What is the cancellation policy at Guakmaya Hostel?
Guakmaya Hostel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.
How much does it cost to stay at Guakmaya Hostel?
As of 2 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Guakmaya Hostel on 3 Nov 2025 start from NZ$73.62, excluding 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.
Are there any beaches close to Guakmaya Hostel?
The closest beach to Guakmaya Hostel is Bocagrande Beach (3.6 km).
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Guakmaya Hostel?
No, Guakmaya Hostel does not offer an airport shuttle service.
What time are check-in & check-out at Guakmaya Hostel?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.