Title: La Guaca Hostel Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=110715140&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # La Guaca Hostel Hostel with free breakfast, near Parque de los Novios ## Photo gallery for La Guaca Hostel ![Outdoor pool - La Guaca Hostel (Santa Marta)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110720000/110715200/110715140/w2165h2156x0y6-0268e837.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Reception - La Guaca Hostel (Santa Marta)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110720000/110715200/110715140/32296536.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - La Guaca Hostel (Santa Marta)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110720000/110715200/110715140/91daf18a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Standard Double Room | Free WiFi - La Guaca Hostel (Santa Marta)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110720000/110715200/110715140/fcab466d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - La Guaca Hostel (Santa Marta)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110720000/110715200/110715140/0a940426.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Located close to Santa Marta Cathedral and Parque de los Novios, La Guaca Hostel provides free full breakfast, a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 8.0 Very good ## Popular amenities - Pool - Breakfast included - Free Wi-Fi - Laundry room £20 additional charges may apply 14 Jan - 15 Jan ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Jan 12 - Jan 13](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-12&endDate=2026-01-13&selected=110715140&PinnedHotelID=110715140&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-12&endDate=2026-01-13&selected=110715140&PinnedHotelID=110715140&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Jan 13 - Jan 14](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-13&endDate=2026-01-14&selected=110715140&PinnedHotelID=110715140&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-13&endDate=2026-01-14&selected=110715140&PinnedHotelID=110715140&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Jan 16 - Jan 18](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-18&selected=110715140&PinnedHotelID=110715140&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-18&selected=110715140&PinnedHotelID=110715140&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Jan 23 - Jan 25](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=110715140&PinnedHotelID=110715140&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=110715140&PinnedHotelID=110715140&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 7 of 7 rooms ### View all photos for Basic Double Room ![Basic Double Room | Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110720000/110715200/110715140/baa8703a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Basic Double Room ### Highlights Furnished patio Air conditioning Private bathroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Superior Double Room ![Superior Double Room | Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110720000/110715200/110715140/c387af6d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Double Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Private bathroom Laptop workspace Desk - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Family Quadruple Room ![Family Quadruple Room | Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110720000/110715200/110715140/b4789bb7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Quadruple Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Private bathroom - Sleeps 4 - 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed ### View all photos for Standard Double Room ![Standard Double Room | Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110720000/110715200/110715140/e57b1042.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Double Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Private bathroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Standard Triple Room ![Standard Triple Room | Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110720000/110715200/110715140/cd1147fc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Triple Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Private bathroom Desk - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed ### View all photos for Family Quadruple Room ![Family Quadruple Room | Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110720000/110715200/110715140/7ff1deb6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Quadruple Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Private bathroom - Sleeps 4 - 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Bunk Bed ### View all photos for Economy Double Room ![Economy Double Room | Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110720000/110715200/110715140/e6b11469.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Economy Double Room ### Highlights Air conditioning - 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. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FSanta-Marta-Hotels-La-Guaca-Hostel.h110715140.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FSanta-Marta-Hotels-La-Guaca-Hostel.h110715140.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![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%7C11.23387%2C-74.20534&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=t4kXDfCfIt__xDBFJ4fALljVIGY=) Carrera 8, 27 - 75, Santa Marta, Magdalena, 470004 #### What's nearby - Santa Marta Cathedral \- 17 min walk \- 0.9 miles - Parque de los Novios \- 17 min walk \- 0.9 miles - Santa Marta Beach \- 2 min drive \- 1.1 miles - Santa Marta Bay \- 2 min drive \- 1.1 miles - Marina Santa Marta \- 2 min drive \- 1.1 miles #### Getting around - Santa Marta (SMR-Simon Bolivar) - 26 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪La panetteria - ‬13 min walk - ‪Little Ouzo - ‬8 min walk - ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk - ‪Frisby - ‬9 min walk - ‪Subway - ‬7 min walk ## About this property ### La Guaca Hostel Hostel near Parque de los Novios Located close to Santa Marta Cathedral and Santa Marta Bay, La Guaca Hostel provides free full breakfast, a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. 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Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - 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 Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Payment types at the property ## 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 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 Property Registration Number 34669 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. ### 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 ### Does La Guaca Hostel have a pool? ### How much does it cost to stay at La Guaca Hostel? ### Is La Guaca Hostel pet-friendly? ### What time is check-in at La Guaca Hostel? ### What time is check-out at La Guaca Hostel? ### Where is La Guaca Hostel located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## La Guaca Hostel Reviews 8.0 ### Very good 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) ### 8.0 Cleanliness ### 8.0 Staff & service ### 8.0 Eco-friendliness ### 8.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 0 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### Vagn 3 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Nice stay 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. 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