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El Zoo Hostel & Pool

2.0 star property
Travelers find a tropical retreat with an outdoor pool and restaurant serving local flavors, while multilingual staff stand ready to assist with any needs.

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El Zoo Hostel & Pool offers a vibrant atmosphere with a breakfast buffet each morning. Guests can lounge by the pool or in the garden. Multilingual staff ensure a smooth stay, free WiFi keeps everyone connected, and the bar and restaurant provide a perfect place to unwind.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar

Room options

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Fan
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  • Garden view
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
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  • Garden view
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 16
  • 8 Single Bunk Beds

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Comfort Shared Dormitory, Multiple Beds, Shared Bathroom (6 pax)

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  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 12
  • 6 Single Bunk Beds

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Comfort Shared Dormitory, Multiple Beds, Shared Bathroom (4 pax)

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  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Single Bunk Beds

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  • Mountain view
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the area

Located in Dibulla, El Zoo Hostel & Pool is near the beach. While the natural beauty of Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta National Park and Palomino Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can head to Mareygua Beach. Visit our Palomino travel guide
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Calle 5#4-41, Dibulla, Magdalena

What's nearby

  • #Colombia #Palomino
    Palomino Beach
    9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • All the terraces from the Lost City from la Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta at made #InStone... It has been preserved from 700 A.D when it was built. #Culture #troveontuesday #greatoutdoors
    Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta National Park
    2 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Río Palomino
    17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Buritaca Beach
    24 min drive - 32.1 km
  • Koralia Beach
    24 min drive - 32.6 km

Restaurants

  • La Frontera
    4 min walk
  • Paluna
    13 min walk
  • El Fuego
    5 min walk
  • Juntos
    3 min walk
  • Mora Mora
    9 min walk

About this property

El Zoo Hostel & Pool

Property highlights
You can look forward to a free breakfast buffet, a garden and laundry facilities at El Zoo Hostel & Pool. Free WiFi in public areas is available to all guests, along with a bar and a restaurant.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • Airport drop-off service (surcharge), luggage storage and multilingual staff
  • A water dispenser
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Fans and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour airport drop-off shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to noon
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

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.
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Fan
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: 30 per cent of room rate

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
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 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

  • Airport shuttle fee: COP 160000 per vehicle
  • Late check-out fee: 30 per cent of room rate (subject to availability)

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 and cash

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.
Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM

Property is also known as

El Zoo Hostel & Pool Dibulla
El Zoo Hostel & Pool Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
El Zoo Hostel & Pool Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Dibulla

Frequently asked questions

Does El Zoo Hostel & Pool have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM.

Is El Zoo Hostel & Pool pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at El Zoo Hostel & Pool?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at El Zoo Hostel & Pool?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

Does El Zoo Hostel & Pool provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a shuttle from the hotel to the airport that runs on request. A fee of COP 160000 per vehicle applies.

Where is El Zoo Hostel & Pool located?

Situated near the beach, this hostel is within 1 mile (2 km) of Palomino Beach, Río Palomino and Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta National Park. Mingueo Church and Koralia Beach are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

El Zoo Hostel & Pool Reviews

8.0

Very good

8.6

Cleanliness

10

Location

8.6

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 5 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 5 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 5 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Es un muy buen sitio para pasarla rico, con amigos, parejas, no recomendable en familia o depende del plana
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021

8/10 Good

Didier Yesid

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

Un lugar genial, cómodo y con buen presupuesto

Lugar acogedor, personal amable, servicial, buenas instalaciones, cerca a la Playa (10 Min), cerca a restaurantes, tiendas, a servicios para contratar de caminatas, paseo en neumático por el Río Palomino y otras actividades a realizar.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

RODRIGO ALONSO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2020

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019