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Discover well-known properties in Santa Marta that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 2,835 hotels in Santa Marta and price data was last updated on 27 July 2024. The average price for a hotel in Santa Marta is $23/night.
The following hostels are among the most sought after in the Santa Marta area. If you're not finding the hostel you're looking for and have flexibility with dates, try adjusting the search form at the top of the page for more options.
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Carrera 51 No. 26D - 161, Santa Marta, Colombia
Offering an outdoor swimming pool, a garden with hammocks, a kitchen, and a small bar with a pool table, The Dreamer Hostel has rooms with free Wi-Fi in a calm area of Santa Marta city. Spanish lessons are provided upon request. Dreamer Santa Marta has rooms with shared and private bathrooms. Some of them include bathtubs. Tayrona Ecological Reserve and Sierra Nevada mountain range are less than a 30-minute drive away. The tour desk can offer tips on getting around the area and arrange tours to the mountains, the main beaches, and to the Lost City, as well as diving activities. Bahía Concha Beach is 16 km from the hostel and bike rental is available. Guests can wake up to buffet breakfast and enjoy Italian cuisine at the restaurant. Near The Dreamer Hostel there are supermarkets and shops, as well as the San Pedro Alexandria museum. There is 24-hour front desk assistance and luggage storage. Simon Bolivar Airport is 32 km away.
Free Wi-Fi
8.7
Excellent
718 reviews
Location
4.7 km from city centre
Carrera 1, No. 17-29, Santa Marta, Colombia
Hostal Viña del Mar Hostal is located in Santa Marta and provides guests with scenic views of the ocean. Free WiFi access is available at this guest house. Each room here will provide you with air conditioning. The ensuite bathroom also comes with a shower. Extras include bed linen. At Hostal Viña del Mar Hostal, you will find a 24-hour reception and a mini-market. Other facilities offered at the property include a tour desk and luggage storage. The guest house is 8.1 km from El Rodadero Beach, 3.3 km from Santa Marta Cathedral and 3.4 km from Santa Marta Gold Museum. Ernesto Cortissoz Airport is 77 km away.
Free Wi-Fi
8.4
Excellent
618 reviews
Location
3.7 km from city centre
Calle 8 #43A-89 Oficina 201, Santa Marta, Colombia
This modern hostel is located in the heart of Santa Marta, just 400 metres from the bay. It boasts free Wi-Fi, 2 swimming pools and a terrace with excellent views of the city. Each air-conditioned room at Hostal Masaya Santa Marta features tiled floors, minimalist décor and wooden beams. They are equipped with a flat-screen TV, and the dormitories have beds with privacy curtains. Breakfast is available each morning, and you can also prepare meals in the fully equipped communal kitchen. You can relax in a hammock, play pool or enjoy cultural activities such as salsa dancing classes and exhibitions of local art. The Gold Museum is situated just 300 metres from Hostal Masaya Santa Marta, while guests can reach the city’s historic cathedral in a 15-minute walk. Simon Bolivar Airport is less than 20 km away.
Free Wi-Fi
8.9
Excellent
2364 reviews
Location
0.5 km from city centre
Calle 15 # 2-16, Santa Marta - Magdalena, Colombia, Santa Marta, Colombia
Conveniently situated in the middle of Santa Marta, República Bahía Santa Marta Hostel is 6 km from El Rodadero Beach. The property is located 300 metres from Santa Marta Cathedral and 100 metres from Santa Marta Gold Museum. The guest house features an outdoor swimming pool and a 24-hour front desk. An American breakfast is served each morning at the property. Simon Bolivar Park is 100 metres from República Bahía Santa Marta Hostel. The nearest airport is Simón Bolívar International Airport, 14 km from the property. Book with us the tour to lost city and get a free night.
Free Wi-Fi
8.7
Excellent
5094 reviews
Location
0.5 km from city centre
4-45 Calle 26, Santa Marta, Colombia
Situated in Santa Marta, Viajero Santa Marta Hostel features accommodation with a terrace swimming pool and a rooftop bar with a city view. Less than 1 km from Santa Marta Cathedral and a 13-minute walk from Santa Marta Marina, the property offers a garden and a terrace. There is a restaurant inside the hotel open for guests and general public. The private bathroom is equipped with a shower. Guests at the hostel can enjoy an American breakfast. You can play table tennis at Viajero Santa Marta Hostel. Staff at the 24-hour front desk can provide tips on the area. Santa Marta Gold Museum is 1.4 km from the accommodation. The nearest airport is Simón Bolívar International Airport, 18 km from Viajero Santa Marta Hostel. Free daily activities are available at hostel.
Free Wi-Fi
9.2
Excellent
2917 reviews
Location
0.4 km from city centre
14a33 Cra. 26, Santa Marta, Colombia
Set in Santa Marta, 6 km from El Rodadero Beach, Hostal Kaia boasts an outdoor pool and views of the pool. Hostal kaia features free WiFi throughout the property. There is a 24-hour front desk at the property. Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino is 1.7 km from Hostal Kaia, while Santa Marta Cathedral is 2.9 km away. The nearest airport is Simón Bolívar International Airport, 15 km from Hostal Kaia.
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
8.6
Excellent
82 reviews
Location
3.0 km from city centre
448 Cl. 11, Santa Marta, Colombia
With a stay at Hostal Maranatha in Santa Marta (Historic Center), you'll be steps from Magdalena River and 4 minutes by foot from Mayorship of Santa Marta. Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services and a 24-hour front desk.
Free Wi-Fi
Location
0.7 km from city centre
109 Cl. 9, Taganga, Colombia
Set in Taganga, Hostal Palohe Taganga offers beachfront accommodation 300 metres from Playa de Taganga and provides various facilities, such as a fitness centre, a garden and a bar. The air-conditioned accommodation is 300 metres from Taganga Beach. The guest house offers mountain views, a sun terrace, a 24-hour front desk, and free WiFi is available throughout the property. Boasting views of the pool, all units in the property come with private entrance and a pool with a view. At the guest house, all units are allergy-free. At the guest house, units are equipped with bed linen and towels. There is a coffee shop, and packed lunches are also available. Guests at the guest house can make the most of yoga classes offered in-house. For guests with children, Hostal Palohe Taganga features an indoor play area. A car rental service is available at the accommodation. Playa Grande is less than 1 km from Hostal Palohe Taganga, while Playaca Beach is 1.8 km from the property. The nearest airport is Simón Bolívar International, 21 km from the guest house, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
Free Wi-Fi
9.1
Excellent
261 reviews
Location
0.2 km from city centre
Centro Historico Santa Marta Calle 14 # 3 - 58, Santa Marta, Colombia
Well set in Santa Marta, La Brisa Loca Hostel provides air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace. The property features a bar, as well as a restaurant serving American cuisine. The hostel features an indoor pool, karaoke and a 24-hour front desk. The hostel offers certain units with pool views, and every room comes with a patio. All units include bed linen. Breakfast is available daily, and includes continental, Full English/Irish and American options. You can play billiards at La Brisa Loca Hostel. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Bahía de Santa Marta Beach, Santa Marta Gold Museum and Simon Bolivar Park. The nearest airport is Simón Bolívar International, 16 km from La Brisa Loca Hostel, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
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Free Wi-Fi
8.5
Excellent
2137 reviews
Location
0.5 km from city centre
Calle 24 #4-15, Santa Marta, Colombia
Ideally situated in Santa Marta, Distrito Hostel features air-conditioned rooms, a terrace, free WiFi and a bar. The property is situated 2.8 km from Lipe Beach, less than 1 km from Santa Marta Gold Museum and a 10-minute walk from Simon Bolivar Park. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen, a 24-hour front desk and currency exchange for guests. At the hostel the rooms are fitted with a shared bathroom and bed linen. Popular points of interest near Distrito Hostel include Bahía de Santa Marta Beach, Santa Marta Cathedral and Santa Marta Marina. The nearest airport is Simón Bolívar International, 14 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
Free Wi-Fi
8.7
Excellent
1514 reviews
Location
0.2 km from city centre

Tips for booking hostels in Santa Marta

Gain useful insights and advice for booking the perfect stay in Santa Marta. Price data is based on averages over the past 12 months and was last updated on 27 July 2024.
Cheapest month:December
Most expensive month:January
Average price in Santa Marta:$23/night
Cheapest price found:$5/night
Cheapest day:Thursday
Most expensive day:Wednesday
$5 - $66
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$13 - $56
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Top-rated Santa Marta hostels

Browse through properties in Santa Marta that have received the highest ratings from guests. There are currently 2,835 properties in Santa Marta and data was last updated on 27 July 2024.
These Santa Marta properties are among the highest rated by our users. Skim through hostel descriptions and user reviews to find the right one for you.
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Calle 26 # 2A-24, El Prado, Santa Marta, Colombia
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$26
Avg. per night

Cheapest hostels in Santa Marta, Colombia

Discover affordable stays in Santa Marta that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in Santa Marta can be found for as low as $7 per night. There is currently one property in Santa Marta that can be booked for this price. La Villana Hostel is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Santa Marta. Price data was last updated on 27 July 2024
Currently, these are the lowest-priced hostels in Santa Marta we've come across for the dates selected. If you have the flexibility, change the dates selected to compare prices.
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Calle 17 # 3-70, Santa Marta, Colombia
0.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$7
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Calle 21 Carrera 5-72, Santa Marta, Colombia
0.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
Air conditioning
$13
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Carrera 5 A Nº 19 - 13 Taganga, Taganga, Colombia
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$13
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Other accommodations in Santa Marta

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Calle 13 #2-11, El Rodadero, Santa Marta, Colombia
4.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$48
Avg. per night
Calle 20 # 1C-71, Santa Marta, Colombia
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$28
Avg. per night
Km 8. Pozos Colorados, Santa Marta, Colombia
8.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$95
Avg. per night
Calle 23 No 1C-37, Santa Marta, Colombia
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$79
Avg. per night
Km 14 Via Cienaga, Santa Marta, Colombia
10.2 km from city centre
$199
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Carrera 2 #11-65, Santa Marta, Colombia
4.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$57
Avg. per night
Santa Marta, Colombia
5.2 km from city centre
Air conditioning
$43
Avg. per night

Where to stay in Santa Marta

Explore different neighbourhoods and areas within Santa Marta to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on 27 July 2024.
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Facts about staying in Santa Marta

Find useful tips and insights about staying in Santa Marta to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 27 July 2024.
  • What is the cost of a hostel in Santa Marta?

    $24 per night is how much hostels in Santa Marta cost, on average. $5 per night was the lowest price recently found by HotelsCombined users - but anything for $20 per night or less is a good deal. Santa Marta hostel prices fluctuate throughout the year, with July being the most expensive month to book, and in December being the cheapest.

  • What’s the best hostel in Santa Marta?

    La Brisa Loca Hostel is the best Santa Marta hostel according to HotelsCombined users. La Brisa Loca Hostel has a rating of 8.5/10 from 2,137 reviews.

  • What hostel is closest to Santa Marta Simon Bolivar Airport?

    The closest Santa Marta hostel to Santa Marta Simon Bolivar Airport is La Brisa Loca Hostel, which is 14.1 km away.

  • Should I stay in a Santa Marta hostel?

    Staying at a hostel is beneficial if you’re looking to travel to Santa Marta on a budget. Spending less on accommodations means you can spend more on activities, food, and souvenirs. You may find that some hostels in Santa Marta offer amenities similar to those that hotels provide, such as continental breakfasts, 24/7 check-in, an on-site bar, and free Wi-Fi - so there’s often no need to forego any travel comforts.

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