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Santa Marta, Colombia
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Travel insights for hostels in Santa Marta

Use these up-to-date, data-driven insights about booking a hostel in Santa Marta including ideal times to book, pricing trends, and more.

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

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Santa Marta is October (C$ 25). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Santa Marta is September (C$ 225).

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

The cheapest day to stay in Santa Marta is Thursday (C$ 33). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Friday, when the average nightly price is C$ 144.

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 C$ 11 per night.

Cheapest hostels in Santa Marta, Colombia

Discover affordable stays in Santa Marta that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in Santa Marta can be found for as low as C$ 11 per night. There is currently one property in Santa Marta that can be booked for this price. La Guaca Hostel Santa Marta is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Santa Marta. Price data was last updated on 23 April 2025
Currently, these are the lowest-priced hostels in Santa Marta we've come across for the dates selected. Prices will typically fluctuate depending on the dates selected, star rating of hostel, and hostel location.
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Carerra 8 No. 27-75, Santa Marta, Colombia
1.0 km from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Airport shuttle
C$ 11
Avg. per night
Centro Historico Santa Marta Calle 14 # 3 - 58, Santa Marta, Colombia
0.5 km from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 14
Avg. per night
Carrera 51 No. 26D - 161, Santa Marta, Colombia
4.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 14
Avg. per night
448 Cl. 11, Santa Marta, Colombia
0.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 15
Avg. per night
14a33 Cra. 26, Santa Marta, Colombia
3.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
C$ 15
Avg. per night
Calle 14 #04-80, Santa Marta, Colombia
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 16
Avg. per night
Carrera 5 A Nº 19 - 13 Taganga, Taganga, Colombia
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 18
Avg. per night
Pozos Colorados, Frente a Sierra Laguna, Santa Marta, Colombia
8.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 18
Avg. per night
Km 48, Via Santa Marta - Riohacha, Santa Marta, Colombia
47.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 22
Avg. per night
Carrera 1, No. 17-29, Santa Marta, Colombia
3.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 26
Avg. per night
Calle 17 # 3-70, Santa Marta, Colombia
0.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
C$ 35
Avg. per night
Carrera 2 #19-06 Centro Historico, Santa Marta, Colombia
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
C$ 43
Avg. per night
Calle 21 Carrera 5-72, Santa Marta, Colombia
0.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
Air Conditioning
C$ 55
Avg. per night

Hostel prices in Santa Marta

Get a sense of the average price and most popular properties to stay in Santa Marta to help you budget for your trip accordingly. Hotels that are booked the most in each class receive the “Most popular” badge. Hotels with the “Best value” badge are the most popular hotels in Santa Marta at attractive prices. Price data was last updated on 23 April 2025.
A breakdown of the average price per hostel class in Santa Marta. We've also highlighted the most popular hostels and best value within each hostel class.
3 stars
Km 48, Via Santa Marta - Riohacha, Santa Marta, Colombia
C$ 22
2 stars and under
Calle 14 #04-80, Santa Marta, Colombia
C$ 16
Centro Historico Santa Marta Calle 14 # 3 - 58, Santa Marta, Colombia
C$ 14

Other accommodations in Santa Marta

Find the perfect theme hotel, hostel or vacation rental for your stay in Santa Marta. There are 3,236 properties in Santa Marta and price data was last updated on 23 April 2025. The average price for a hotel in Santa Marta is C$ 42/night.
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Carrera 2 #11-65, Santa Marta, Colombia
4.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 95
Avg. per night
Km 14 Via a Cienaga, Santa Marta, Colombia
10.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 180
Avg. per night
Km 8. Pozos Colorados, Santa Marta, Colombia
8.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 136
Avg. per night
Calle 23 No 1C-37, Santa Marta, Colombia
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 109
Avg. per night
Santa Marta, Colombia
22.1 km from city centre
C$ 127
Avg. per night
Km 48, Via Santa Marta - Riohacha, Santa Marta, Colombia
47.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 22
Avg. per night
Carrera 4 31-82, Santa Marta, Colombia
0.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 10
Avg. per night

Where to stay in Santa Marta

Explore different neighbourhoods and areas within Santa Marta to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on 23 April 2025.
Use the map to find hostels in Santa Marta that are close to the points of interest you'll be frequenting. More information on a given hostel can be accessed by clicking the hostel's name within the map.

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 23 April 2025.
  • What is the cost of a hostel in Santa Marta?

    On average, it’s C$ 42/night for a hostel in Santa Marta, though C$ 39/night or less would be considered a good deal. The least expensive hostel our users have found recently was for C$ 7/night in Santa Marta. Try to avoid booking your hostel in April (the most expensive month). Booking in March (the cheapest month) could save you money.

  • What’s the best hostel in Santa Marta?

    Masaya Santa Marta boasts a 8.9/10 review rating from 3,343 users, making it the best hostel in Santa Marta.

  • What hostel is closest to Santa Marta Simon Bolivar Airport?

    It is 14.1 km to get from Santa Marta Simon Bolivar Airport to Masaya Santa Marta (the nearest Santa Marta hostel to the airport).

  • What is the most popular hostel in Santa Marta closest to El Rodadero?

    La Brisa Loca Hostel is the most popular hostel in Santa Marta that’s close to El Rodadero (the city’s most popular landmark). There are 5.1 km from La Brisa Loca Hostel to El Rodadero. While there may be other hostels near El Rodadero, La Brisa Loca Hostel is highly rated (8.6/10) by 1,850 users.

  • Should I stay in a Santa Marta hostel?

    Aside from the fact that Santa Marta hostels tend to be more affordable than other stay types, they also have a more lively social scene. This social environment is perfect for individuals, couples, and even families who are looking to meet fellow travellers in Santa Marta.

  • Does Santa Marta have hostels with “Air-conditioned” listed as an amenity?

    Yes, there are hostels in Santa Marta with “Air-conditioned” as a listed amenity. According to our data, 3 hostels have the “Air-conditioned” amenity in the Santa Marta area. Viajero Tayrona Hostel & Ecohabs is a popular hostel among HotelsCombined users who are looking for this particular feature.

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