Squid Hostel

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Scored 8.5
Rated very good

Excellent location!

9.4

About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Squid Hostel in Santa Marta offers family rooms with private bathrooms, air-conditioning, and wardrobes. Each room includes a kitchenette and dining area, ensuring a pleasant stay. Essential Facilities: Guests enjoy free WiFi, a lounge, shared kitchen, outdoor seating area, and bicycle parking. Additional services include a paid shuttle, bike hire, car hire, and a tour desk. Prime Location: Located in the city centre, the hostel is less than 1 km from Bahía de Santa Marta Beach and Santa Marta Cathedral. Nearby attractions include Santa Marta Gold Museum and Simon Bolivar Park. Activities and Surroundings: 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 particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms

Property highlights

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

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2 single beds
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1 double bed
1 single bed
1 single bed
1 double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

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.”
Selina
Spain Spain
“The hostel has a great location, the kitchen is well equipped and the owners are very welcoming and helpful.”
Gonzalo
Argentina Argentina
“Excelente hospedaje! Juan y Alejandro nos ayudaron y aconsejaron en todo lo que necesitábamos. La ubicación es estratégica. Céntrico y cerca del mercado si quieres visitar el parque Tayrona. Lo elegiríamos nuevamente sin dudarlo.”
Yesmy
Colombia Colombia
“La atención del señor Juan Pablo es muy buena y amable”
Morales
Colombia 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.”

Managed by Squid Tattoo Shop & Hostel

Company review score: 9.3Based on 170 reviews from 2 properties
2 managed properties

Company information

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 information

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.

Neighbourhood information

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

Property surroundings

House rules

Squid Hostel takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 23:30
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 06:00 to 12:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children older than 2 years are welcome.

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

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
Accepted payment methods
American ExpressVisaMastercardDiners ClubMaestroCash
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 08:00.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

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