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About this property
Comfortable Accommodation: Squid Hostel in Santa Marta offers recently renovated guest house accommodation with free WiFi. The property features private check-in and check-out services, a lounge, shared kitchen, outdoor seating area, family rooms, bicycle parking, bike hire, car hire, and a tour desk. Breakfast and Dining: Guests can enjoy a continental or à la carte breakfast with local specialities and cheese. The dining area includes a kitchenette and dining table, providing a comfortable space to start the day. Prime Location: Located less than 1 km from Bahía de Santa Marta Beach and Santa Marta Cathedral, the hostel is a short walk from Santa Marta Gold Museum and Simon Bolivar Park. Simón Bolívar International Airport is 17 km away. Nearby attractions include Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino and Rodadero Sea Aquarium and Museum. Activities and Surroundings: Guests can enjoy cycling, scuba diving, and other activities in the surrounding area. The property offers bicycle hire and a tour desk to explore the region.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Fast free WiFi (84 Mbps)
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Breakfast
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Benjamin
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
“Great location, Juan was lovely and there were 2 fans in the room making it cool and breezy” - Felicia
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
“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.” - Selina
Spain
“The hostel has a great location, the kitchen is well equipped and the owners are very welcoming and helpful.” - Morales
Colombia
“La atención me hizo sentir como en casa, el lugar muy limpio y cómodo, cerca a lugares importantes y un sector muy tranquilo, cero ruidos y en ambiente familiar. El anfitrión es muy amable y atento, resaltó la buena atención que recibimos.” - Garzón
Colombia
“Muy buena atención de parte de Juan, nos acogieron muy bien y nos asesoro muy bien acerca de los planes turísticos que teníamos pendiente por visitar. Regreso a casa muy contento” - Cornelia
Switzerland
“Sie waren sehr zuvorkommend, hilfsbereit und freundlich auf eine ganz natürliche Art. Und wer sich ein Andenken tätowieren möchte, ist dort richtig.” - Daniel
Colombia
“Facilidad de comunicación con el Hostel a través de Daniela quien en todo momento estuvo pendiente de mi llegada.” - Henry
Uruguay
“Esta en un buen punto en el centro histórico y cerca del mercado donde salen los buses a palomino y la guajira”

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Child policies
Children older than 2 years are welcome.
Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
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Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.





The fine print
Please inform Squid Hostel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
Payment before arrival via 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