Gagaka Rua hostel

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Scored 8.7
Rated excellent

Free Wifi

9.6

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About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Gagaka Rua hostel in Santa Marta offers family rooms with air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and garden views. Each room includes a shower, TV, and wardrobe, ensuring a pleasant stay. Exceptional Facilities: Guests can enjoy a rooftop swimming pool, sun terrace, and lush garden. The property features a bar, pool bar, and outdoor seating area. Free WiFi is available throughout the hostel. Convenient Location: Located 11 mi from Simón Bolívar International Airport, the hostel is a short walk from Bahía de Santa Marta Beach and Santa Marta Gold Museum. Nearby attractions include Santa Marta Cathedral and Santa Marta Marina. Guest Services: Private check-in and check-out, a 24-hour front desk, and a tour desk provide added convenience. Additional services include beauty services, bike hire, and scuba diving in the surrounding area.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar

Property highlights

Located in the real heart of Santa Marta, this property has an excellent location score of 8.7!

Breakfast Info

American

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Availability

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1 king bed
2 full beds
1 bunk bed
1 bunk bed
2 twin beds
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Guests who stayed here loved

Nissim
Israel Israel
“I had an amazing stay. Everything was excellent. The facilities. The staff. The location.”
Julia
United States United States
“Staff were wonderful. Huge gratitude to Carol who answered all my questions and was extremely friendly. Can’t speak highly enough of her! Rooftop pool was lovely — I spent a lot of time relaxing there. Not much of a social life at the rooftop...”
Dan_nt
United States United States
“Two small pools on both floors. Spacious terrace and common area. Great location a few blocks from the ocean and historic center. Excellent staff. Very clean. Tasty breakfast.”
Rocio
Argentina Argentina
“Beautiful old fashioned house. Big comfortable rooms, with bathroom included, nice fresh and simple breakfast. And lovely staff! Definitely recommend staying here while in Santa Marta.”
Lise
Belgium Belgium
“Spacious rooms, not much light and no desk. Rooftop was nice to relax.”
Zaccone
United States United States
“Great pool. They keep it clean. Good breakfast, comfy beds, good staff, good facilities.”
Sinan
Turkey Turkey
“All the staff was friendly. I am thinking to extend my stay 🤗”
Les
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Really helpful staff. AC works fine. Close to seafront bars and cafes. Pools look inviting but it rained so didn't get to try them. Nice lounge and outside area.”
Juliana
United States United States
“Cute converted colonial building, right by the bay. Facilities are basic but comfortable.”
Philipp
Austria Austria
“Very nice hostel with very helpful staff. Location is nice, a bit shady at night but i never felt unsafe. Small store nearby, 10min to city center, comfortable rooms and a nice terrace.”

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House rules

Gagaka Rua hostel takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children over 4 are welcome.

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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 on request. Charges may apply.
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Payment by credit or debit card will generate an additional charge of 5% of the reservation amount.

Please inform Gagaka Rua 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.

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

It's not possible to stay at this property for coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.

License number: 90313