Title: Sam's VIP Hostel San Gil Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Sam's VIP Hostel San Gil Historic hostel offers a perfect blend of relaxation and exploration with its outdoor pool, rooftop terrace with scenic views, and revitalizing spa treatments ## Photo gallery for Sam's VIP Hostel San Gil ![Lobby sitting area - Sam's VIP Hostel San Gil (San Gil)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36180000/36179200/36179137/9852f847.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![In-room safe, blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets - Sam's VIP Hostel San Gil (San Gil)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36180000/36179200/36179137/ee4acd52.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Sam's VIP Hostel San Gil (San Gil)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36180000/36179200/36179137/767aef58.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor pool - Sam's VIP Hostel San Gil (San Gil)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36180000/36179200/36179137/bc8aa36b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Sam's VIP Hostel San Gil (San Gil)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36180000/36179200/36179137/d0de71e1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Travelers in San Gil's historic district stay at Sam's VIP Hostel, enjoying the rooftop terrace and outdoor pool. Guests love the on-site massage services and helpful assistance with booking local tours and attractions, earning the property enthusiastic reviews. ## Reviews 8.8 Excellent ## Popular amenities - Pool - Free Wi-Fi - Business services - Bar - Laundry room - Housekeeping ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-21&endDate=2026-01-22&selected=36179137&PinnedHotelID=36179137&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-21&endDate=2026-01-22&selected=36179137&PinnedHotelID=36179137&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-22&endDate=2026-01-23&selected=36179137&PinnedHotelID=36179137&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-22&endDate=2026-01-23&selected=36179137&PinnedHotelID=36179137&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=36179137&PinnedHotelID=36179137&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=36179137&PinnedHotelID=36179137&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=36179137&PinnedHotelID=36179137&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=36179137&PinnedHotelID=36179137&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options All rooms 2 beds 1 bed Showing 2 of 2 rooms ### Deluxe Double Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Fridge LCD TV Fan Blackout curtains Microwave Cookware/dishes/utensils Shared/communal kitchen - 161 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed - Mountain view ### Basic Double Room ### Highlights Fridge LCD TV Fan Blackout curtains Microwave Cookware/dishes/utensils Shared/communal kitchen Oven - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FBucaramanga-Hotels-Sams-VIP-Hostel-San-Gil.h36179137.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FBucaramanga-Hotels-Sams-VIP-Hostel-San-Gil.h36179137.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in San Gil, Sam's VIP Hostel San Gil is in the historical district. San Gil Cathedral and Valle de San Jose Cathedral are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit El Puente Shopping Center and San Gil Plaza Shopping Center. [Visit our San Gil travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Gil.dx6132001) [View more Hostels in San Gil](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Gil-Hostels.d6132001-aaHostels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C6.55430%2C-73.13380&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=3LUFmoMJrx4pf6y2H3CUAxaL5KI=) Carrera 10 N 12-33, San Gil, Santander, 684031 ### What's nearby - ![Huge trees here in the Park ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6132001/d831610d-8eda-4bf9-91c4-10534a2aeabb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Gallineral Natural Park 8 min walk \- 0.5 miles - San Gil Cathedral 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - El Puente Shopping Center 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - Hill of the Cross 10 min walk \- 0.5 miles - Parque Gallineral 10 min walk \- 0.5 miles ### Restaurants - Kafé Loma Verde 4 min walk - El Zaguán 1 min walk - Subway 4 min walk - Restaurante Balcón Sangileño 1 min walk - Pizzeria 7 Tigres 2 min walk ## About this property ### Sam's VIP Hostel San Gil Hostel in the historical district You can look forward to a rooftop terrace, dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar at Sam's VIP Hostel San Gil. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay: - An outdoor pool - A 24-hour front desk, a computer station and tour/ticket information - A front desk safe, ATM/banking services and luggage storage - A TV in reception Room features All guestrooms at Sam's VIP Hostel San Gil include comforts such as free WiFi and safes. 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Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Limited on-site parking ### Food and drink - A bar/lounge ### Things to do - Outdoor pool - TV in common areas ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - ATM - Guidebooks - Laundry facilities - Lockers - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk - Shared microwave - Shared refrigerator ### Guest services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Tour and ticket assistance ### Business services - Computer station ### Outdoors - Rooftop terrace ### Spa - Massage ### Accessibility - No lift ### More - Designated smoking areas (fines apply) ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Blackout drapes ### Bathroom - Shower - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 32-inch LCD TV ### Food and drink - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Shared kitchen access ### More - Fan - Safe ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions 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 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation If you are planning to arrive after 11:30 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 not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 18 and older are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ## 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. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a 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 cash Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts 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 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM Guests under 18 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms ### Property is also known as SamS VIP Hostel SamS VIP San Gil Hostel/Backpacker accommodation SamS VIP Hostel San Gil San Gil San Gil SamS VIP Hostel San Gil Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Hostel/Backpacker accommodation SamS VIP Hostel San Gil SamS VIP Hostel San Gil San Gil SamS VIP Sam's Vip Hostel Gil Gil Sam's VIP Hostel San Gil San Gil Sam's VIP Hostel San Gil Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Sam's VIP Hostel San Gil Hostel/Backpacker accommodation San Gil ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Sam's VIP Hostel San Gil have a pool? ### Is Sam's VIP Hostel San Gil pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Sam's VIP Hostel San Gil? ### What time is check-in at Sam's VIP Hostel San Gil? ### What time is check-out at Sam's VIP Hostel San Gil? ### Where is Sam's VIP Hostel San Gil located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Sam's VIP Hostel San Gil Reviews 8.8 ### Excellent All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 8.8 Cleanliness ### 6.0 Amenities ### 8.8 Staff & service ### 8.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Francesca 22 Nov 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### We love San Gil We loved our stay at Sams, great location and super patient staff who answered all my endless questions! Booked a couple of tours through them and they were both brilliant. Only wish we’d stayed longer! ##### Francesca Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 19 Feb 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Coffee and fruit in the morning was a nice touch. Great location on the main square. Wasn’t as impressive as we thought it was going to be normal hostel with a nice rooftop balcony area. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2020 ### 8/10 Good #### Roland 29 Jan 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Bon hôtel bien placé en centre ville Accueille sympa Rapport qualité prix excellent Manque petit dejeuner Roland ##### Roland Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Winery Hotels in Lanzarote](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lanzarote-Hotels-Winery-Hotels.0-0-d282-tWineryHotels.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Samakwa Hotel Boutique](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Paipa-Hotels-Hotel-Samakwa.h108506136.Hotel-Information) > > [Finca Hotel La Manuela](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Armenia-Hotels-Finca-Hotel-La-Manuela.h35180548.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels with Hot Tubs in Margate](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Margate-Hotels-Hotels-With-Hot-Tubs.0-0-d2280-tHotelsWithHotTubs.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Grand Sirenis San Andres](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Andres-Hotels-Grand-Sirenis-San-Andres.h47010877.Hotel-Information) > > [Beraka Boutique](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Villa-De-Leyva-Hotels-Beraka-Boutique.h101859170.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Zafiro](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Leticia-Hotels-Hotel-Zafiro.h26556790.Hotel-Information) > > [RIO HOTEL](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Leticia-Hotels-RIO-HOTEL.h103485857.Hotel-Information) > > [Caraná](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Armenia-Hotels-Carana.h16699168.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Terasu Salento](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Armenia-Hotels-Hotel-Terasu-Salento.h30216878.Hotel-Information) > > [perlflaghotelgroup Hotels in London](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-Perlflag-Hotel-Group.0-0-d178279--bPerlflagHotelGroup.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Adults Only Resorts & Hotels in Rome](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rome-Hotels-Adults-Only-Resorts.0-0-d179899-tAdultsOnlyResorts.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [All-Inclusive Hotels in Lebanon](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Lebanon-All-Inclusive-Hotel.0-0-d98-tAllInclusiveHotel.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) > > [BubbleSky Glamping](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Retiro-Hotels-BubbleSky-Glamping.h88969573.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Mairena del Aljarafe](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Mairena-Del-Aljarafe-Hotels.d6034778.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Beach Resorts & Hotels in Budapest](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Budapest-Hotels-Beach-Hotels.0-0-d179994-tBeachHotels.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [El Bosque Boutique Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Puerto-Triunfo-Hotels-El-Bosque-Boutique-Hotel.h90864043.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Flights from Birmingham (BHM) to Zabierzow (KRK)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/bhm/krk/birmingham-to-krakow) ### Activities > [Things to do in Aliki](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Aliki.d6125112.Travel-Guide-Activities) ### Packages > [Los Boliches Beach](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Los-Boliches-Beach-Los-Boliches.d6222126.Attraction) > > [Thailand Holidays](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Thailand.d178.Holidays-City-Breaks) > > [City of Newcastle Golf Club](https://www.expedia.co.uk/City-Of-Newcastle-Golf-Club-Newcastle-upon-Tyne.d553248621532494460.Attraction) ### General ---