Hostal El Bando

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Scored 8.6
Rated excellent

Excellent location!

9.4

Hostal El Bando has an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a shared lounge and terrace in Cartagena de Indias. Popular points of interest near Hostal El Bando include Crespo Beach, Marbella Beach and La Boquilla Beach. The nearest airport is Rafael Núñez International Airport, 656 feet from the hostel. The property is around 2.6 mi from Steps of La Popa Mount, 2.9 mi from Cartagena's Walls and 3.5 mi from Palace of the Inquisition. The accommodations features a shared kitchen, a 24-hour front desk and currency exchange for guests. With a private bathroom fitted with a shower, rooms at the hostel also boast free WiFi, while certain rooms come with pool view. The rooms have bed linen. Hostal El Bando offers a continental or vegetarian breakfast. At the accommodations you will find a restaurant serving American, Caribbean and Texmex cuisine. A vegetarian option can also be requested.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free Wifi
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Terrace

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Vegetarian

Availability

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Guest reviews

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Zev
Australia Australia
“Cheap place near the airport. Free breakfast (basic, but it's free!). Great stay for a night”
Marcell
Poland Poland
“perfect for 1 night crush if you have a flight next morning! pool is refreshing after all day of travel, beers are cold, they also serve food. had some nice conversations with the owner and the temperature in night was just fine, even without...”
Gina
United States United States
“We absolutely had no idea what to expect. We loved it, friendly host and staff, music was great. Our bed and sheets were every bit as good as my favorite Miami hotel. Great location for early AM flights.”
Gregg
United States United States
“El Bando is one short city block across from the airport. It's literally a 3 minute walk from the airport. 50 meters. It was so nice to get off the airplane and be in bed a few minutes later without taking a taxi. Breakfast is included.”
Lucia
El Salvador El Salvador
“Across from the airport. It has a small pool for you to enjoy. Perfect to get some sleep before leaving in a very early flight. There are plenty of food options in the vicinity. AC works great and it also has a fan.”
Livina
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The staff at this hostel were so nice! Upon arrival in the middle of the night after a flight (barely a couple of minutes walk from the airport which was ideal), I checked in very easily and was very sweetly given two little mangoes off the mango...”
Tiffany
Canada Canada
“Air conditioning only on as of 8pm so it was hot. No shower curtain in the shower.”
Carolyn
Canada Canada
“Great location. Staff went out of their way to be great hosts. Coffee was good and appreciated it being ready for us for our 5 AM departure. Breakfast delicious. Location near the beach and restaurants. Across the street from the airport”
Olivia
United States United States
“Everything exceeded my expectations at Hostal el Bando! Cold A/C at night, lovely pool. The location is PERFECT for a late incoming flight or early out, it’s 2 blocks from the airport and close to many shops. The staff was kind and accommodating,...”
Flores
Mexico Mexico
“La chica de la recepción fue atenta conmigo en todo momento a pesar de que llegué por la madrugada y ella misma me sirvió el desayuno al saber que tenía que salir muy temprano al día siguiente. El hostal tiene la mejor ubicación teniendo el...”

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
El Bando
  • Cuisine
    American • Caribbean • Tex-Mex • Local
  • Open for
    Brunch • Lunch • Dinner
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian

Amenities of Hostal El Bando

Great facilities! Review score, 8.6

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free Wifi
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Terrace

House rules

Hostal El Bando takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
Check-out
From 12:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

Adult (18+ years)
Extra bed upon request
COP 40,000 per person, per night

Prices for extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no cribs available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Cash only
This property only accepts cash payments.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

License number: 90797

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