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Offering a terrace and views of the garden, Masaya Casas Viejas is set 30 minutes away from Minca in the Magdalena Region by 4x4 or motorcycle, and 12 mi from Santa Marta.

Phenomenal views of lush mountains and a delightfully heated swimming pool to hang out in. 30 minute hike to the Finca Victoria Coffee Farm. Delicious food at the restaurant with a really nice warm and social atmosphere in the evenings. The "Mellow Rice from the Sea" dish was our favorite meal. We had a wonderful 45 minute hot stone massage. We did the private waterfall hike two days in a row -- super peaceful swimming in the river with waterfalls around.
Review score
9.0
Wonderful
1,638 reviews
Price from
$60.39
1 night, 2 adults

Located alongside a crystalline river and surrounded by the jungle and mountain views, Finca Carpe Diem Ecolodge offers accommodations 11 mi from Santa Marta and 8.7 mi from Tayrona Park.

This was our second time here, and I was right to bring 5 of our friends to enjoy this gem with us. We are older adventurers, 50-60's, and each of us found a way to love the stay. The meals are to die for, and if you prefer a day without outside activity you can easily stay at the hostel to get immersed into the natural beauty of the place.
Review score
9.1
Wonderful
589 reviews
Price from
$34.38
1 night, 2 adults

Hostal Vista Verde Minca features a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and restaurant in Minca. Providing a bar, the property is located within 12 miles of Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino.

Lovely place, perfect food, perfect sunset, amazing, really quiet, looks it’s sooo new!!!
Review score
9.2
Wonderful
328 reviews
Price from
$46.98
1 night, 2 adults

Located in Minca, 20 miles from Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino, Mano Verde Minca provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

Location is great and quite an adventure to get to. Before you book you should be aware that it’s a gnarly 40m moto ride to get up there. Once you’re up there though, THE FOOD IS INCREDIBLE. There was also a nice social atmosphere so it was easy to meet people to go on the hikes around the area with. This was the perfect place to have a super mellow weekend. Clean showers, clean rooms, good WiFi.
Review score
9.6
Exceptional
169 reviews
Price from
$34.38
1 night, 2 adults

Located in Minca, 11 miles from Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino, Finca Hostal Bolivar - Casa Mango has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and barbecue facilities.

Review score
9.5
Exceptional
13 reviews
Price from
$42.46
1 night, 2 adults

Located in Minca, 11 miles from Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino, Pistacho provides accommodations with a terrace, free private parking and a restaurant.

They cancelled last minute with a call saying that we were already warned that they didn't have availability. We booked through Booking, how would we be warned? Simply irrational...
Review score
9.1
Wonderful
56 reviews
Price from
$34.38
1 night, 2 adults

Set in Minca, 13 mi from Santa Marta, Finca Hostal Bolivar features free WiFi, free private parking and direct access to the river. Some units include a seating area where you can relax.

-Really responsive via WhatsApp -Really sweet staff -Beautiful location; 5 minute walk to town (bring a flashlight) -Eco hostel! -Private river access!
Review score
8.9
Excellent
232 reviews
Price from
$58.79
1 night, 2 adults

Located in Minca, 11 miles from Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino, Rio Elemento provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

Location is good and in general terms the hostel is well-maintaned.
Review score
8.4
Very Good
959 reviews
Price from
$30.26
1 night, 2 adults

Located in Minca, 11 miles from Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino, Hostal Las Mariposas Minca provides accommodations with a garden, private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

Jorge is super nice receptionist, helps you at what he can. Room is basic but has enough outlets for phone charging, and mosquito nets. Close to the river where you can chill. Peaceful place 4 min walk to the village center. There's free place for bike parking.
Review score
8.5
Very Good
206 reviews
Price from
$27.50
1 night, 2 adults

Located in Minca, 11 miles from Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino, Finca Hostal Bolivar - Casa Quinta has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

Beautiful views!
Review score
8.6
Excellent
148 reviews
Price from
$51.17
1 night, 2 adults
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Budget travelers know there's no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: Save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a little more.

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    Review score
    9.0
    Wonderful · 1,638 reviews

    Offering a terrace and views of the garden, Masaya Casas Viejas is set 30 minutes away from Minca in the Magdalena Region by 4x4 or motorcycle, and 12 mi from Santa Marta.

  • Budget options available
    Review score
    9.2
    Wonderful · 328 reviews

    Hostal Vista Verde Minca features a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and restaurant in Minca. Providing a bar, the property is located within 12 miles of Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino.

  • Budget options available
    Review score
    9.1
    Wonderful · 56 reviews

    Located in Minca, 11 miles from Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino, Pistacho provides accommodations with a terrace, free private parking and a restaurant.

  • Review score
    8.6
    Excellent · 148 reviews

    Located in Minca, 11 miles from Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino, Finca Hostal Bolivar - Casa Quinta has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

  • Budget options available
    Review score
    8.4
    Very Good · 959 reviews

    Located in Minca, 11 miles from Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino, Rio Elemento provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

  • Review score
    8.9
    Excellent · 232 reviews

    Set in Minca, 13 mi from Santa Marta, Finca Hostal Bolivar features free WiFi, free private parking and direct access to the river. Some units include a seating area where you can relax.

Great access to the city center! Check these hostels in Minca

  • Central location
    Review score
    9.6
    Exceptional · 169 reviews

    Located in Minca, 20 miles from Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino, Mano Verde Minca provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

  • Review score
    9.5
    Exceptional · 13 reviews

    Located in Minca, 11 miles from Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino, Finca Hostal Bolivar - Casa Mango has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and barbecue facilities.

  • Review score
    9.1
    Wonderful · 589 reviews

    Located alongside a crystalline river and surrounded by the jungle and mountain views, Finca Carpe Diem Ecolodge offers accommodations 11 mi from Santa Marta and 8.7 mi from Tayrona Park.

  • Review score
    8.5
    Very Good · 206 reviews

    Located in Minca, 11 miles from Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino, Hostal Las Mariposas Minca provides accommodations with a garden, private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

  • Central location
    Review score
    8.3
    Very Good · 311 reviews

    11 miles from Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino, Minca Seasons Birds is located in Minca and has free WiFi and a tour desk.

  • Central location
    Review score
    7.0
    Good · 438 reviews

    Located in Minca's town center, Colibri hostal offer a terrace with BBQ facilities. The beaches and historic center of Santa Marta city are 7.5 mi away.

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  • Avg. price/night: $69.86
    Review score
    9.0
    Wonderful · 1,638 reviews
    Great location with beautiful views. We did a waterfall tour with the hostel which was very enjoyable .
    Guest review by
    Sarah
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $69.86
    Review score
    9.0
    Wonderful · 1,638 reviews
    I just loved this hostel. It was by far the best hostel we’ve stayed in South America on our 3 month trip. The room was amazing and felt like a luxurious hotel (we were in the private bedroom with a balcony). We have started to dread the free hostel breakfasts on our trip but this one was amazing as it wasn’t buffet style, we could order off the menu. The food and drinks prices were really reasonable considering you couldn’t buy your food from anywhere else! I would highly recommend adding this hostel to your Columbia itinerary.
    Guest review by
    Alexandra
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $67.04
    Review score
    9.0
    Wonderful · 888 reviews
    Beautiful hostel that had a hotel/resort feeling. Very peaceful location and surroundings. Bunk beds were comfortable and rooms were clean.
    Guest review by
    Philip
    Solo traveler
  • Review score
    8.7
    Excellent · 63 reviews
    Great location, really comfy beds. If you want a quiet place to relax and chill then this is the spot for you. It feels like you've rented a house, really enjoyed having the big kitchen. The wifi was great, and I was able to work during the day around the hostel and even from my bed. Also the property has 4 mango trees, which comes with an unlimited amount of free mangos all day.
    Guest review by
    Hawel
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $27.50
    Review score
    8.5
    Very Good · 206 reviews
    Great location and atmosphere at the hostel. A lot of different spaces where you can relax whilst listening to the river and the animals.
    Guest review by
    Daniel
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $38.96
    Review score
    9.3
    Wonderful · 795 reviews
    Great place with a great host, Pablo and adorable animals. One of the best hostels I've ever been. In the middle of the forest, just right at the river, location is amazing. Peacefull place with good food and a great atmosphere. I would love to come back!
    Guest review by
    Anna
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $27.50
    Review score
    8.8
    Excellent · 680 reviews
    Lovely hostel, very clean and well maintained, lovely large room with quiet and effective air con! Helpful owner, wonderful bird life around, delicious breakfast, great location. Very clean pool.
    Guest review by
    Sophie
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $79.07
    Review score
    9.2
    Wonderful · 1,013 reviews
    Great hostel in the middle of Getsemani. We booked a private room which was quite pricey and did not have a window. However, we still enjoyed our stay and would recommend the hostel as it is super new and clean and at a great location. Some of our fellow travellers said that some of the dorms are small and others are not.
    Guest review by
    Ricarda
    Travelers with friends
  • Review score
    8.6
    Excellent · 1,567 reviews
    - Super nice facility with the pool, the chill common area , the access to the river - no kitchen but a nice and cheap restaurant & the cocktail are amazing - very nice bed area (a lot of space ) in the dormitory - super nice staff ; we went out together and had fun - nice hostel to meet people - there is a shortcut to walk to the city Center and it takes only 7min
    Guest review by
    Estelle
    Travelers with friends
  • Avg. price/night: $46.98
    Review score
    9.2
    Wonderful · 328 reviews
    Amazing location, nice hostel, hostel keepers where super nice and told us where to go and its cheap. Best hostel I have been to so far. Big recommendation for everyone visiting Minca.
    Guest review by
    Rolf
    Solo traveler