Squid Hostel

–Excellent location – show map
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Scored 8.8
Rated excellent

Staff

9.5

About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Squid Hostel in Santa Marta offers recently renovated guest house accommodations with free WiFi. The property features family rooms, private bathrooms, and air-conditioning. Convenient Facilities: Guests enjoy private check-in and check-out services, a lounge, shared kitchen, outdoor seating area, and bicycle parking. Additional amenities include a dining area, kitchenette, and wardrobe. Prime Location: Located less than 0.6 mi from Bahía de Santa Marta Beach and Santa Marta Cathedral, the hostel is a short walk to Santa Marta Gold Museum and Simon Bolivar Park. The Simón Bolívar International Airport is 11 mi away. Activities and Attractions: Guests can engage in cycling, scuba diving, and visit nearby attractions such as Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino and Rodadero Sea Aquarium and Museum.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms

Property highlights

Located in the real heart of Santa Marta, this property has an excellent location score of 9.4!

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Michael
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Juan is very accommodating and put up with our lacklustre Spanish. Easy to come from and to. Lovely area. Great value for money bathroom was a decent size too.”
Helen
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“We had a great time at Squid Hostel. There were plenty of fans to keep cool, a well equipped kitchen and everything was kept clean all the time. The people were friendly and helpful. There was minimal noise for a shared space. We thought it was...”
Charles
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Owner is friendly, great location for restaurant and bars, budget friendly price, spacious room, fans provided”
Benjamin
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Nice location just outside main downtown area and beach but very quick and easy to walk, also Exito supermarket along the way. Has outdoor and indoor communal area and kitchen. Dani on reception is great, she has fluent English for those like me...”
Noa
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Great location, Juan was lovely and there were 2 fans in the room making it cool and breezy”
Felicia
Sweden Sweden
“Cosy accommodation with good kitchen near to the city center and shopping street. All the staff are really helpful and do everything for you to have a pleasant stay🌞”
Marta
Italy Italy
“With Juan it's a vybe. He has been really kind to us. Moreover he can store your luggage while you visit the Tayrona park. Very recommended for a beautiful experience in Santa Marta.”
Serra
Spain Spain
“L’amfitrió molt amable i atent en tot moment ens ha ajudat en qualsevol questio que teniem i una marevellosa persona”
Mireia
Spain Spain
“Hemos estado genial en este alojamiento. Juan Pablo nos ha hecho sentir como en casa y siempre ha estado predispuesto a ofrecernos ayuda. Además está súper bien ubicado. Nosotras íbamos para un par de noches y acabamos alargando nuestra estancia,...”
Cruz
Colombia Colombia
“cerca al centro histórico y de cafeterías y almacén de cadena y cerca a la playa”

Managed by Squid Tattoo Shop & Hostel

Company review score: 9.4Based on 204 reviews from 2 properties
2 managed properties

Company info

We are a family-style hostel with a very quiet atmosphere, constantly growing and generating many more positive experiences for our guests. We like to establish interpersonal relationships that help us grow in every sense as human beings. Our philosophy is to make them feel at home; it is a very Colombian custom that our visitors feel fulfilled, calm, safe, and confident that they will have a great stay in our place.

Property info

You will stay in a colonial-style house, a very clean, quiet, and spacious place where we will provide you with the best care during your stay. We have several social areas, BBQ, and a living room. We will provide you with excellent internet service, and we are pet-friendly.

Neighborhood info

We are located in a strategic sector in the heart of the historic center of Santa Marta, near the Hostel you will find the bus stop to Minca, Tayrona Park, Palomino and other destinations in La Guajira. We have very close to the Zona Rosa (Parque de los Novios) where you will find a wide range of gastronomy and bars. Walking 5 minutes away you will find the Bay with its beaches.

Languages Spoken

English,Spanish

Area info

Amenities of Squid Hostel

Great facilities! Review score, 8.8

Most popular amenities

  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms

House rules

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Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 11:30 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 6:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children over 2 are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
Accepted payment methods
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Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 8:00 AM.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Squid Hostel of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

License number: 156378

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