Travelers sip drinks on the sun-kissed rooftop while immersing in local culture or head out to explore nearby landmarks after enjoying their morning meal.
Located in the historic district, Viajero Santa Marta Hostel offers warm hospitality and vibrant energy. Unwind on the terrace, cool off in the pool, or enjoy happy hour with live music at Casa Papau. Free WiFi and helpful multilingual staff ensure a great stay.
Located near the beach, Viajero Santa Marta Hostel is in Los Cocos, a neighbourhood in Santa Marta. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Rodadero Beach and Taganga Beach. San Juan Cultural Center and Mundo Marino Aquarium are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like rock climbing. Visit our Santa Marta travel guide
You can look forward to a poolside bar, a terrace and a garden at Viajero Santa Marta Hostel. The on-site restaurant, Casa Papau, features happy hour. In addition to laundry facilities and an outdoor entertainment area, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
An outdoor pool
Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and a TV in reception
A front desk safe, a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage
Bike parking, coffee/tea in reception and a lift
Room features
All guest rooms at Viajero Santa Marta Hostel offer thoughtful touches, such as laptop-compatible safes and air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
Recycling, LED light bulbs and eco-friendly cleaning products
Bathrooms with rainfall showers and eco-friendly toiletries
24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; COP 25,000 per person
A bar/lounge
A poolside bar
A restaurant
Coffee and tea in common areas
Restaurants on site
Casa Papau
Things to do
Outdoor pool
TV in common areas
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Guidebooks
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Tour and ticket assistance
Outdoors
Garden
Outdoor entertainment area
Outdoor furniture
Terrace
Accessibility
Lift (92 centimetre wide door)
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At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Comprehensive food waste policy
Comprehensive recycling policy
Designated smoking areas
Eco-friendly cleaning products used
Humane treatment of captive wild animals
Local artist showcase
Local culture and ecosystem education
Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
Vegetarian dining options
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Shower
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
LCD TV with cable channels
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Air conditioning
Cleaning products are eco-friendly
Eco-friendly toiletries
Laptop-compatible safe
LED lighting
Recycling
Water-efficient toilets
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 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
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
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 3:00 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
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of COP 35000 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 17 kg per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Children and extra beds
Children 17 and younger are not allowed at this property; all guests older than 17 are welcome
Payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
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 have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately COP 25000 per person
Airport shuttle fee: COP 40000 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
Pet fee: COP 35000 per pet, per stay
Service animals are exempt from fees
Towels fee: COP 5000 per person, per stay (or guests may bring their own)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
We should mention
If you are travelling with a child, your property may require you to present the following documents: parents travelling into Colombia with a child under 18 may be required to present the child's birth certificate and photo ID (passport for non-Colombian citizens) at check-in. If a relative or legal guardian is travelling into Colombia with the child, that relative or legal guardian may be required to present a notarised consent of travel signed by both parents and 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 who plan to travel with children should consult with a Colombian consulate office prior to travel for further guidance.
Children 17 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Property is also known as
El Viajero Santa Marta Hostel Santa Marta
El Viajero Santa Marta Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
El Viajero Santa Marta Hostel
Viajero Santa Marta Hostel Santa Marta
Viajero Santa Marta Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Frequently asked questions
Does Viajero Santa Marta Hostel have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
Is Viajero Santa Marta Hostel pet-friendly?
Yes, this hostel allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 17 kg per pet. There's a fee of COP 35000 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much is parking at Viajero Santa Marta Hostel?
This hostel doesn't offer parking.
What time is check-in at Viajero Santa Marta Hostel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Viajero Santa Marta Hostel?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Does Viajero Santa Marta Hostel provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of COP 40000 per vehicle applies.
Where is Viajero Santa Marta Hostel located?
Located in Los Cocos, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Clinic El Prado, Parque de los Novios and Santa Marta Cathedral. Santa Marta Bay and Old San Juan de Dios Hospital Museum are also within 15 minutes.
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Reviews
Viajero Santa Marta Hostel Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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Excellent stay, clean and basic room for an incredible price. View out of the window was stunning. Perfect for a quick night, no frills. Very friendly staff and good coffee in the morning.
Friendly staff, clean and comfortable. Lots of activities and helpful front desk staff. We had a private and would definitely suggest paying the extra for superior room because they are in their own little hallway area and much quieter then rest of the hotel/hostel
Best hostel experience ever. The community, the vibe, the staff, experiences really just all of it. From the front desk, maids, hostess and bartenders everyone was awesome! Tatiana gira above and beyond for the experiences and is awesome to hang out with. Then Sharon at the bar up top is the best bartender you can get. Try this place out and you’ll only want Viajeros!
The hostel it self is incredible and staff especially were so so nice and welcoming. I took the cheapest room, a dorm of 10. It was a level above any other hostel I’ve been to. Big room, shower and bathroom inside the room! Rare to find
The staff was very rude. They overcharged for the room and then made a big deal about it.
Bradley
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
4/10 Poor
Christopher
10 Nov 2024
Disliked: Staff & service
I booked a private room and was told I was.being upgraded to a superior room but the tv and the ac remote didnt work they screwed.me. I was also harrassed and searched.by.local police. I came.down.one night at 3.am and the.police who harrased.me were sleeping on the.sofas inside the.hostel. It was a nightmare and I.will.never return
Mon séjour était tout simplement parfait. La chambre propre et habitation confortable. Sanitaire et salle de bain bien entretenu. La climatisation quand il le fallait. Piscine, bar activités au top. Rien à redire, le personnel vraiment parfait. Ma meilleur expérience d’auberge.
Jérémy
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
6/10 Okay
Sabrina
14 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Agréable d'avoir une piscine sur le toit, c'est une belle piscine, mais la toile est abîmée. Pas d'eau chaude dans la douche. Les lits dans les dortoirs sont corrects. Le déjeuner n'était pas bon (au goût) alors je n'ai plus déjeuner là par la suite. Le climatiseur ne fonctionnait pas dans la nuit et Adrien est venu l'arranger (MERCI!)
Adrien et Carolina, à la réception, sont vraiment gentils et aidants !
El hotel tiene un ambiente excelente y el personal de recepción es genial!!! La terraza es muy recomendable: música por la noche, buen ambiente y perfecta para relajarse. Muy recomendado si buscas algo con onda en Getsemaní.
6 bed dorm 111, shower door not closing, hot water takes a long time to come through, blanket was like a light bed sheet, quite a social place with events going on
Ronak
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
8/10 Good
VALENTINO
16 Apr 2025
Bien
VALENTINO
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
2/10 Terrible
Diana
27 Mar 2025
Disliked: Amenities
El lugar no esta mal, por ser un cuarto compartido pues no esta tan limpio. En la cocina compartida se comieron algo mio. No importa al final.
Cuando llegue al lugar no fue tan grato la interaccion con el resepcionista. El chico me pidio mis documentos y le di mi pasaporte, me paso un papel para que firmara acerca de los datos personales. Le dije que no lo firmaria y el me respondió de una forma agresiva
" Pues si no quieres firmar, no te puedes quedar aqui. Cancela tu reservacion en la plataforma de Expedia" le comente que eso debe ser opcional no como el dise, y el de mala gana respondio y yo viajando desde lejos y para ese recibimiento pues no es justo. Al final no firme y tampoco cancele. Para ser recepcionista ese chico tiene muy mala actitud y no tiene nada de carisma. En fin, no creo que sea necesario firmar algo que no quiero. Para mi en su respuesta fue como decir que no nesecitan a un tipo de cliente que no hace lo que el quiere. Creó que se le olvida que por los clientes tenemos trabajo y por ellos vestimos y comemos. Tambien trabajo con clientes todo el tiempo y por eso valoro el trabajo de todos pero ese niño se le olvida el motivo para quien el trabaja. Los clientes en un hospedaje lo son todo.
Todo bien pero NO deberian permitir mas de 2 personas que se conocen previamente en la misma habitación. Yo estuve en una de 6 y 4 de ellos se conocian y creian dueños de la habitación haciendo bulla y portandose muy mal.
Viajero Santa Marta es un lugar que lo disfrutas desde que estás entrando, un ambiente que te hace sentir desde el primer momento que estás de vacaciones, te invita a relajarte y disfrutar todo.
Ver un atardecer desde el roof es de verdad genial.
Las habitaciones son lo suficientemente amplias y con lo necesario.
La calle para ingresar y los alrededores no son para nada bonitos, se siente un poco inseguro.