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Life is Good Cartagena Hostel

3.0 star property

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Outdoor spa tub
Reception
Front of property
Food and drink
Standard Double Room

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services
  • Bar
The current price is NZ$127
20 May - 21 May

Explore the area

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Calle Larga, 9A-05, Getsemaní, Cartagena, 130001
  • Place, Cartagena de Indias Convention Center
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Clock Tower
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Walls of Cartagena
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cartagena (CTG-Rafael Núñez Intl.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

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Family Suite

Family Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Classic Shared Dormitory, Multiple Beds, Ensuite

Classic Shared Dormitory, Multiple Beds, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Family Studio Suite

Family Studio Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Cartagena

At Life is Good Cartagena Hostel you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of popular attractions like Cartagena de Indias Convention Center and Clock Tower. Highlights at this hostel include a restaurant, a bar/lounge and Access to hot tub. .This hostel has free WiFi in public areas, a rooftop terrace and concierge services. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities, a 24-hour front desk and a garden. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM. There's also the convenience of airport drop-off service. .Near this 3-property class Cartagena Walled City hostel, you'll find Bocagrande Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Cartagena de Indias Convention Center - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Plaza de la Trinidad - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Clock Tower - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Bolivar Square - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Walls of Cartagena - 11 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Cartagena (CTG-Rafael Núñez Intl.) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Di Silvio Trattoria - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Taboo - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪San Nicolás - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Terraza Municipal - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Mar de las Antillas - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Life is Good Cartagena Hostel

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Meeting rooms and coworking spaces are available.

WiFi is free in public spaces. A hot tub, a rooftop terrace, and a vending machine are also featured at Life is Good Cartagena Hostel. A shuttle from the hotel to the airport (available 24 hours) is available for a fee.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Cartagena hostel.

  • 1 building
  • 9 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 2017
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Life is Good Cartagena Hostel offers 9 accommodations with a safe. Beds feature down duvets. 52-inch Smart televisions come with Netflix. This Cartagena hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. An iron/ironing board and hairdryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • 24-hour airport drop-off shuttle on request for a surcharge

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: COP 5,000 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Hot tub

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Coworking space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Rooftop terrace

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
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Built in 2017
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 52-inch smart TV
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Room service

More

  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for COP 100000.0 per day.
  • 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 the following charge at the property: Colombia value-added tax (VAT) at 19%. A VAT exemption is available to travellers who present a valid passport and tourist visa showing that they are not a resident of Colombia and who pay using a foreign card or via a bank transfer from outside Colombia. This exemption only applies to tourist package bookings (accommodation plus other travel services).

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately COP 5000 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: COP 60000 per vehicle (maximum occupancy 4)
  • Rollaway bed fee: COP 100000.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination.

Property Registration Number 203439

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.

Property is also known as

Life is Good Hostel

Life is Good Cartagena

Life is Good Cartagena Hostel Hostal

Life is Good Cartagena Hostel Cartagena

Life is Good Cartagena Hostel Hostal Cartagena

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Life is Good Cartagena Hostel?

The closest beach to Life is Good Cartagena Hostel is Bocagrande Beach (2.8 km).

How much does it cost to stay at Life is Good Cartagena Hostel?

As of 19 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Life is Good Cartagena Hostel on 20 May 2026 start from NZ$127, 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 Life is Good Cartagena Hostel serve breakfast?

You bet, cooked-to-order brekkie is available daily between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Life is Good Cartagena Hostel?

No, but there's a shuttle from the hotel to the airport that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Life is Good Cartagena Hostel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Life is Good Cartagena Hostel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Life is Good Cartagena Hostel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Life is Good Cartagena Hostel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 74 out of 94 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 94 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 94 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 94 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 94 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Latoya, Chicago

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The entire staff / Team was amazing very helpful friendly made the stay a ease love it will recommend and come back
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Herbert

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Geraldine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Small but clean room and very quaint. Staff were all super friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miguel

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathaniel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great, friendly staff members! The rooms were tidy and there wasn't anything they didn't have concerning toiletries. The hot tub is cool, and that is needed for the hot, sticky weather.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

MARIA

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay! Friendly staff and convenient location.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

dennis

Liked: Cleanliness
For the price it was more than can be expected
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is incredibly friendly and supportive. The location is nice, you are in 2min in the middle of Getsemaní and in 10min in the city centre. Everything was clean and fully functioning. The breakfast is lovely!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mario, Moravia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Definitivamente este lugar es la mejor opción. El elemento diferenciador es el trato tan amable, pero las habitaciones, la terraza, los desayunos, la ubicación (cerca de restaurantes muy muy buenos) hacen que sea un hospedaje distinto! Totalmente recomendado!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dain

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like that this place, unlike other hotels actually has a kitchen where they cook authentic breakfast, lunch and dinner. The hotel also has a cooking class on rooftop. This location was very convenient
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cody

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My stay here was fantastic. The staff members were so hospitable, kind, helpful and friendly in every moment, and also gave great recommendations. I particularly enjoyed the cooking class and the restaurant. Don’t hesitate to stay here!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anisio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was impressed with the Colombian friendliness and hospitality. Life is Good is at a great location, spotless clean, great breakfast, and has the best staff that I ever encountered in a Hostel. I highly recommend this place to anyone.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terrance

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This group is so amazing 👏... I was so sad leaving... They made me feel right at home... Can't wait to come back here... Thank You all... Your friend T.... 😉
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

gregory

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely fantastic place. Comfortable room, friendly helpful staff, great location, good food, great towels. Close to everything. Walking distance to everything. Rooftop hangout is lovely. Secure 24 hour access. Highly recommend!

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location on a street with several bars and restaurants. Room was comfortable. Breakfast was simple and tasty. Only negative is related to the hot tubs on the rooftop deck—the water is cold and they close at 7pm. They should be open later.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Francynela

Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

jessica

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff and wonderful breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Eduardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place really close to all the action. It's on a main street so really convinient to transportation, restaurants and main places from Cartagena. The place is really calmed and staff is friendly, although they could have more information on what to do. Overall clean and with good amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Josh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing service and hospitality
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I absolutely loved this hostel. Beds are comfy, privacy screen and adjustable AC. Staff are so nice and helpful, any time of the day. The breakfast was delicious, fresh and varied daily. The Italian food cooked at dinner was really good too. They have a really nice rooftop and everyone hostel was so nice, met some amazing people.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Super nice place and great staff.

Super nice people at this place. Can't say enough about that. Comfortable with made-to-order breakfast. We wished our room had a window, but you can't have everything!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020