What is the cost of a hostel in Santa Marta?

On average, it’s $36/night for a hostel in Santa Marta, though $25/night or less would be considered a good deal. The least expensive hostel our users have found recently was for $4/night in Santa Marta. Try to avoid booking your hostel in April (the most expensive month). Booking in May (the cheapest month) could save you money.

What’s the best hostel in Santa Marta?

Based on our data, Ecolodge Playa Brava Teyumakke is the best Santa Marta hostel, with a rating of 9.2/10 from 1,375 reviews.

What hostel is closest to Santa Marta Simon Bolivar Airport?

If you’re looking for hostels in Santa Marta that aren’t far from Santa Marta Simon Bolivar Airport, then the closest one is Playa del Ritmo Beach Hostel & Bar, which is 3.4 mi away.

What is the most popular hostel in Santa Marta closest to Santa Marta Historic Center?

If you’re looking for a hostel near Santa Marta Historic Center while in Santa Marta, then opt for the popular Masaya Santa Marta with a 8.9/10 review score from 3,314 users. The distance from Santa Marta Historic Center to Masaya Santa Marta is 0.1 mi.

Should I stay in a Santa Marta hostel?

Staying at a hostel in Santa Marta is a great way to save money, as hostels are often less expensive than hotels and vacation rentals. Hostels are ideal for solo travelers due to their dorm-style sleeping arrangements (though some hostels do offer private rooms).

Does Santa Marta have hostels with “Beachfront” listed as an amenity?

Yes, Santa Marta has 1 hostel with “Beachfront” as a featured amenity. Based on our data, The Cantamar Beach Hostel is the most popular Santa Marta hostel with this amenity.

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What is the cheapest month to book a hostel in Santa Marta?

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Santa Marta is May ($6). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Santa Marta is April ($153).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hostel in Santa Marta?

The cheapest day to stay in Santa Marta is Thursday ($17). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Saturday, when the average nightly price is $153.

How far ahead should you book a hostel in Santa Marta?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 82 days before your trip to Santa Marta. The lowest price found when booking 82 days ahead was $8 per night.

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Cheapest hostels in Santa Marta, Colombia

These are the lowest prices we've found on hostels in Santa Marta at the moment. Prices can differ depending on the dates selected, so use the search form to browse more options if you have flexibility.

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La Guaca Hostel Santa Marta

Carerra 8 No. 27-75, Santa Marta, Colombia

0.6 mi from city centre

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Free Wi-Fi

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Airport shuttle

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Hostels in Santa Marta

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Travel insights for hostels in Santa Marta

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What is the cheapest month to book a hostel in Santa Marta?

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Santa Marta is May ($6). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Santa Marta is April ($153).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hostel in Santa Marta?

The cheapest day to stay in Santa Marta is Thursday ($17). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Saturday, when the average nightly price is $153.

How far ahead should you book a hostel in Santa Marta?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 82 days before your trip to Santa Marta. The lowest price found when booking 82 days ahead was $8 per night.

Cheapest hostels in Santa Marta, Colombia

These are the lowest prices we've found on hostels in Santa Marta at the moment. Prices can differ depending on the dates selected, so use the search form to browse more options if you have flexibility.

Hostel prices in Santa Marta

An overview of the average price of hostels by hostel class in the Santa Marta. As an added layer, we've also marked the most popular and best value properties in each hostel class.

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Other accommodations in Santa Marta

Find the perfect theme hotel, hostel or vacation rental for your stay in Santa Marta. There are 3,298 properties in Santa Marta and price data was last updated on April 17, 2025. The average price for a hotel in Santa Marta is $35/night.

Where to stay in Santa Marta

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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 April 17, 2025.

What is the cost of a hostel in Santa Marta?

What’s the best hostel in Santa Marta?

What hostel is closest to Santa Marta Simon Bolivar Airport?

What is the most popular hostel in Santa Marta closest to Santa Marta Historic Center?

Should I stay in a Santa Marta hostel?

Does Santa Marta have hostels with “Beachfront” listed as an amenity?

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