Carrera 8, 27 - 75, Santa Marta, Magdalena, 470004
Santa Marta Cathedral
Place, Santa Marta Cathedral
17 min walk
Parque de los Novios
Place, Parque de los Novios
17 min walk
Santa Marta Beach
Place, Santa Marta Beach
4 min drive
Santa Marta (SMR-Simon Bolivar)
Airport, Santa Marta (SMR-Simon Bolivar)
20 min drive
Room options
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Basic Double Room
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed
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Superior Double Room
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed
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Family Quadruple Room
Sleeps 4
1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed
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Standard Double Room
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed
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Standard Triple Room
Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed
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Family Quadruple Room
Sleeps 4
2 Single Beds and 1 Single Bunk Bed
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Economy Double Room
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed
About the area
Santa Marta
At La Guaca Hostel you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of Parque de los Novios and Santa Marta Cathedral. Highlights at this hostel include an outdoor swimming pool and free daily breakfast. .This hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, a garden and tour/ticket assistance. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities, a microwave in a common area and a fridge in a common area. Free full breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM. .Sights within a 30-minute walk of this Bavaria hostel include Santa Marta Bay and Santa Marta Beach.
Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. An outdoor pool, a vending machine, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at La Guaca Hostel.
Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Santa Marta hostel.
23 guestrooms or units
Full breakfast (free)
Self-service laundry
Front desk (limited hours)
Storage area for luggage
Tour and ticket information
Garden
Television in lobby
Smoking in designated areas
Microwave in a common area
Fridge in a common area
Water dispenser
Locker space
La Guaca Hostel offers 23 accommodations. This Santa Marta hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices). Housekeeping is provided on request.
In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Onsite parking available only on request
Food and drink
Free full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM
Things to do
Outdoor pool
TV in common areas
Family friendly
Laundry facilities
Outdoor pool
Conveniences
Laundry facilities
Limited-hour front desk
Lockers
Luggage storage
Shared microwave
Shared refrigerator
Vending machine
Water dispenser
Guest services
Housekeeping on request
Tour and ticket assistance
Outdoors
Garden
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
No lift
Stair-free path to entrance
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
More
Communal living room
Designated smoking areas
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 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 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM 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
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
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.
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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.
Property Registration Number 34669
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
La Guaca Hostel Santa Marta
La Guaca Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
La Guaca Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Santa Marta
Frequently asked questions
Are there any beaches close to La Guaca Hostel?
The closest beach to La Guaca Hostel is Rodadero Beach (4.5 km).
How much does it cost to stay at La Guaca Hostel?
As of 8 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at La Guaca Hostel on 10 Apr 2026 start from NZ$56, 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 La Guaca Hostel have a pool?
La Guaca Hostel has an outdoor pool.
Does La Guaca Hostel serve breakfast?
You bet, free full breakfast is on offer daily between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at La Guaca Hostel?
No, La Guaca Hostel does not offer an airport shuttle service.
What time are check-in & check-out at La Guaca Hostel?
Check-in begins at 1:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
Are pets allowed at La Guaca Hostel?
No, pets are not allowed.
La Guaca Hostel Reviews
Reviews
8.0
Very good
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Pleasant stay. Clean hostel. Good breakfast.
Go on the daytrip to Minca and the one to Playa Crystal. Don't go on the one to Playa Blanca.
Hope to return one day.