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El Viajero Cartagena - Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel with a 24-hour front desk, a short walk to Clock Tower
your current months are January, 2025 and February, 2025.
January 2025
February 2025

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Outdoor pool
Terrace/patio
Free WiFi, bed sheets
Outdoor pool
Outdoor dining

Reviews

7.8 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Pet-friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
The price is NZ$111
includes taxes & fees
13 Jan - 14 Jan 2025

Explore the area

Map
Calle 38 No 9-45, Cartagena
  • Centro Comercial La Serrezuela
    3 min walk
  • Walls of Cartagena
    4 min walk
  • House of Gabriel Garcia Marquez
    4 min walk
  • Cartagena (CTG-Rafael Núñez Intl.)
    10 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Group room x8 shared bathroom

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Group room x8 shared bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Rainfall showerhead
Daily housekeeping
  • 20.00 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Single Bunk Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom (4 Beds)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Rainfall showerhead
Daily housekeeping
  • 20.00 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Single Beds

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Superior Double Room

Superior Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Daily housekeeping
  • 12.00 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Twin Room

Superior Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Daily housekeeping
  • 12.00 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Group Room x6 shared bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Rainfall showerhead
Daily housekeeping
  • 20.00 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Single Bunk Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Rainfall showerhead
Pet friendly
Daily housekeeping
  • 9.00 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Single Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Single Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Private Bathroom (6 beds)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Rainfall showerhead
Daily housekeeping
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom (8 beds)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Rainfall showerhead
Daily housekeeping
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom (10 beds)

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom (10 beds)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Rainfall showerhead
Daily housekeeping
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Private Bathroom (8 beds)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Rainfall showerhead
Daily housekeeping
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Deluxe Triple Room

Deluxe Triple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Daily housekeeping
  • 20.06 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Double Room, Private Bathroom

Double Room, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Pet friendly
Daily housekeeping
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom (12 beds)

Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom (12 beds)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Rainfall showerhead
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Women only, Shared Bathroom (8 beds)

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Women only, Shared Bathroom (8 beds)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Rainfall showerhead
Daily housekeeping
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Double Room, Shared Bathroom

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Rainfall showerhead
Pet friendly
Daily housekeeping
  • 15.00 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Daily housekeeping
  • 20.06 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Rainfall showerhead
Pet friendly
Daily housekeeping
  • 12.00 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Single Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Daily housekeeping
  • 20.06 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Cartagena

El Viajero Cartagena - Hostel puts you in the heart of Cartagena, within steps of Iglesia de Santo Toribio de Mangrovejo and Santo Toribio Church. Highlights at this hostel include an outdoor swimming pool, a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. .This pet-friendly hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a 24-hour front desk. Added amenities include laundry facilities, a terrace and a garden. Local cuisine breakfast is available on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM and on weekends between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM. .Attractions within a 10-minute walk of this Cartagena Walled City hostel include Clock Tower and within 30 minutes you'll find Bocagrande Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Walls of Cartagena - 4 min walk
  • Clock Tower - 7 min walk
  • Bolivar Square - 9 min walk
  • Cartagena de Indias Convention Center - 13 min walk
  • San Felipe de Barajas Castle - 18 min walk

Getting around

  • Cartagena (CTG-Rafael Núñez Intl.) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Juan Del Mar Pizzeria Goumert - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪La Juma Barr Cartagena - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Amasa - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Quero Arepa - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Carmen Cartagena - ‬1 min walk

About this property

El Viajero Cartagena - Hostel

Hostel with a 24-hour front desk, a short walk to Clock Tower
As a guest of El Viajero Cartagena - Hostel, you'll find an outdoor pool, a terrace, and a vending machine. Public spaces have free WiFi. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at El Viajero Cartagena - Hostel.

This Cartagena hostel is smoke free.

  • 23 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
El Viajero Cartagena - Hostel offers 23 accommodations with air conditioning. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Local cuisine breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; COP 20,000 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: COP 35000 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 37 lb per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • You may be required to pay VAT (19%) at the property. Non-resident travellers who pay using a foreign card or bank transfer and present a valid passport and tourist visa may be exempt from value-added tax (19%) on tourist package bookings (accommodation plus other travel service).

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for local cuisine breakfast: from approximately COP 20000 per person
  • Pet fee: COP 35000 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Towels fee: COP 5000 per person, per night (or guests may bring their own)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property only accepts cash
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. No on-site parking is available. This property only accepts cash.

Property Registration Number 22078

We should mention

  • Visitors travelling with a child may be required by the property to present the following documents: at check-in, parents travelling into Colombia with a child under 18 may be obligated to present the child's birth certificate and photo ID (passport for non-Colombian citizens). If a relative or legal guardian is travelling into Colombia with the child, that relative or legal guardian may be obligated to present a notarised consent of travel signed by both parents, along with a copy of both parents' ID. If only one parent is travelling into Colombia with the child, that parent may be required to present a notarised consent of travel signed by the other parent. Visitors planning to travel with children should consult a Colombian consulate office in advance of travel for additional guidance.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

El Viajero Cartagena
El Viajero Cartagena - Hostel Cartagena
El Viajero Cartagena - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at El Viajero Cartagena - Hostel?

El Viajero Cartagena - Hostel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at El Viajero Cartagena - Hostel?

As of 31 Dec 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at El Viajero Cartagena - Hostel on 13 Jan 2025 start from NZ$110.95, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to El Viajero Cartagena - Hostel?

The closest beach to El Viajero Cartagena - Hostel is Bocagrande Beach (3.5 km).

Does El Viajero Cartagena - Hostel have a pool?

El Viajero Cartagena - Hostel has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying with a coldie from the bar.

What makes El Viajero Cartagena - Hostel a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus rainfall showerheads in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at El Viajero Cartagena - Hostel.

Does El Viajero Cartagena - Hostel serve breakfast?

Yeah, local cuisine brekkie is on offer on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM and weekends between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at El Viajero Cartagena - Hostel?

No, El Viajero Cartagena - Hostel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at El Viajero Cartagena - Hostel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

El Viajero Cartagena - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 24 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 24 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 24 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 24 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 24 reviews" "

8.0/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Sofia

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Constance

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Rooms in the new house part of the property are spacious and quiet. In the main building quite noisy.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Constance

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was very noisy and they moved us to a quiet room at no extra cost.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

2/10 Terrible

Daniel

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Recommend this hostel! Great stay.
Amazing hostel - clean, friendly staff, and great location within the walled city. Will stay again next time I'm in Cartagena!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

2/10 Terrible

Djamel

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I do not recommend this place at all. Rude staffs.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Anand

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in a private room. The bathroom and shower are outside. There was a water problem but it maybe common in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

4/10 Poor

Cindy

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bad check in and unclean baths
When I arrived, I stood in front of the Afro-Caribbean working the desk and he ignored me until a female checked me in. He was basically doing nothing. The main area where people smoke and party all night is right outside the dorms so forget about sleeping. Bathrooms are always disgusting. Had booked 7 days but stayed only 3 long days before going somewhere else.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

walquiria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This hostel is the perfect place to stay. Not only is close to everything but the staff members make you feel at home. I was there for 4 days and believe i will be back soon ☺
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Issamar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hostel is located near restaurants and historical points. The staff is super nice and helpful. They help me order a taxi. I loved the hammocks and the environment. Breakfast was really good (you have to pay extra). Common restroom were often clean during they day but the bathroom in my share room was not. Recommendation maybe having a mop in the room that it can be used after showers. My room was next to the street and it was really noisy at night. The room had AC at night but during the day they turn it off and it gets super hot, having a fan during the day would be very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was exceptional. They are staffed 24/7 and was able to provide excellent recommendations for any activity. You’ll especially enjoy the mango tree that drops mangos throughout the day and night. I ate 1-2 per day.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Cesar D.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service
We showed up to the property and were told that our reservation through Expedia was never received or could not be seen. They were unable to help us any further, did not show any recourse, did not suggest or help us find another accommodation. Very concerned and disappointed about the experience
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I don't really have anything bad to say. The hostel is very nice and secure. The hostel also secures your bags for you if you need (I needed for the day after I checked out). It is also a great place to meet other travelers if you are looking to make friends. All I did was talk to others in my dorm and make plans with them. The staff were really nice and friendly. Location is great - I went out every night and it was a short walk to the bar areas. It was great - I highly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is very organized, has many daily activities, and the atmosphere is lively. We stayed in a private room, and we didn't like that we could hear noise from the neighboring rooms, and even noise late at night from people talking loudly at the reception. However, we liked the breakfast, the availability of towels, and the friendliness of the staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Monica María

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excelente atención, todo súper limpio y el personal súper amable
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Por el precio aceptable
El hostal tiene buen ambiente, la habitación es muy pequeña, las cajoneras son muy ruidosas al abrirse, se que es un lugar de mucho calor, pero no todos están acostumbrados a bañarse con agua fria. La repisa que tienen a lado de la cama es muy pequeña solo cabe él celular. Laura de recepción muy amable, me dio toda la información necesaria. Había otra chica un poco apática, los demás chicos súper lindos.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

6/10 Okay

Raul

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
La zona es fantástica, llegas andando a todos los sitios. Están remodelando el hostel, por lo que no había actividades y el desayuno lo cobran aparte (12,000 cop).
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Mathias

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sonia

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Encantada
Me encantó todo!! La atención de todo el staff, la limpieza, las clases de baile. El lugar es muuuy bonito y agradable.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excelente lugar para hospedarse! Muy buena seguridad! Y Tiene todos los accesos principales cercanos
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020