La Buleka Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel with free breakfast, near Bocagrande Beach
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

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Terrace/patio
Double Room With Private Bathroom - Diverse
City view from property
Bulekos mixed dorm | Terrace/patio
Terrace/patio

Reviews

7.4 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Breakfast included
    Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Calle San Antonio #25-121, Cartagena
  • Cartagena de Indias Convention Center
    5 min walk
  • Clock Tower
    11 min walk
  • San Pedro Claver Church and Convent
    11 min walk
  • Cartagena (CTG-Rafael Núñez Intl.)
    16 min drive

Room options

Double Room With Balcony - Fantastic

Highlights

Air conditioning
Plasma TV
Blackout curtains
Cable channels
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
In-room massage
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Double Room With Private Bathroom Bohemia

Highlights

Air conditioning
Plasma TV
Blackout curtains
Cable channels
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
In-room massage
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Double Room With Balcony - Harmonic

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Plasma TV
Blackout curtains
Cable channels
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
In-room massage
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Single Bed

Quadruple Room With Private Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Plasma TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Cable channels
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
In-room massage
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Bulekos mixed dorm

Highlights

Air conditioning
Plasma TV
Blackout curtains
Cable channels
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
In-room massage
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Single Bunk Beds

Double Room With Private Bathroom - Diverse

Highlights

Air conditioning
Plasma TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Cable channels
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
In-room massage
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

Double Room With Shared Bathroom - Comfort

Highlights

Air conditioning
Plasma TV
Blackout curtains
Cable channels
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
In-room massage
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Cartagena

La Buleka Hostel places you in the centre of Cartagena, within just a 5-minute stroll of Cartagena de Indias Convention Center and within 15 minutes of Clock Tower. Highlights at this hostel include free breakfast (local cuisine), a bar/lounge and a rooftop terrace. .This smoke-free hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a terrace. Added amenities include a snack bar/deli and coffee/tea in a common area. Each morning free breakfast is served. .With a stay at this Cartagena Walled City hostel, you'll be 2 km (1.3 mi) from Bocagrande Beach.

What's nearby

  • Cartagena de Indias Convention Center - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Clock Tower - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • San Felipe de Barajas Castle - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Walls of Cartagena - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Bocagrande Beach - 9 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Cartagena (CTG-Rafael Núñez Intl.) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Di Silvio Trattoria - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cervecería Cartagena Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Sierpe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Demente - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪El Beso - ‬5 min walk

About this property

La Buleka Hostel

Hostel with free breakfast, near Bocagrande Beach
There's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A rooftop terrace, barbecue grills, and a garden are also featured at La Buleka Hostel.

This Cartagena hostel is smoke free.

  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • Local cuisine
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Deli
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
La Buleka Hostel offers 10 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and free toiletries. Plasma televisions come with premium cable channels.

Bathrooms include a shower. This Cartagena hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and in-room massages can be requested.

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

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Rooftop terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Plasma TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Electrical adapters
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 2:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from 3 April 2024 to 2 April 2026 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at La Buleka Hostel

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.

Payment types

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.

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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and 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. Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche, debit cards and cash.

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.
  • Children aged 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

La Buleka Hostel Cartagena
La Buleka Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
La Buleka Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Cartagena

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at La Buleka Hostel?

La Buleka Hostel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Are there any beaches close to La Buleka Hostel?

The closest beach to La Buleka Hostel is Bocagrande Beach (2.9 km).

What makes La Buleka Hostel a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus massage services available in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at La Buleka Hostel.

Does La Buleka Hostel serve breakfast?

Yep, free local cuisine brekkie is offered daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at La Buleka Hostel?

No, La Buleka Hostel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at La Buleka Hostel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at La Buleka Hostel?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

La Buleka Hostel Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 9 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 9 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 9 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 9 reviews" "

6.8/10

Cleanliness

6.8/10

Staff & service

4.0/10

Amenities

5.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

JUAN LUIS

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pavlos

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

ruben emilio

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Cherlys

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

2/10 Terrible

Zachary

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Door could not lock to our room or properly close the door, and the sheets had some questionable stains on them.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

2/10 Terrible

Diana Eunice

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
It was really close to Plaza de la trinidad. Breakfast wasn't ready in the morning and I ended paying more than amount quoted by the hotel since they couldn't charge our credit card so we had to paid with US dollars and pesos
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

jesus

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

David

Travelled with partner
The loud cars outside. Even late in the evening with their horns.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023