Masaya Santa Marta
Location
Historic Center, Santa Marta
Price from
$18/night
Stars
2
Distance from center
In the historic center, 400m from the beach
The standout hostel in Santa Marta — a stunning three-floor colonial house in the heart of the historic center, 400 meters from the beach. Two pools (including a rooftop pool with bar and sweeping city views), pod-style dorm beds with privacy curtains, a cinema room, daily cultural events, free yoga, and a restaurant make it feel more like a boutique hotel than a hostel. Part of the French-founded Masaya group with outposts in Bogotá and San Agustín. Consistently rated 9.2+ on Booking.com and Hostelworld. The place to be in Santa Marta for solo travelers and anyone who wants a social, cultural base.
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Highlights
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Best for
Solo travelers, backpackers, digital nomads, social travelers
Distance from center
In the historic center, 400m from the beach
Insider tip
Book directly on masaya-experience.com for discounts. Private rooms here are excellent value — the rooftop terrace room is the best in the house. The Friday salsa nights are legendary. The travel desk on the ground floor is one of the most helpful in the city for organizing Tayrona and Ciudad Perdida tours.
Warnings
- Recurring reports of bed bugs in dorm rooms — inspect your bed on arrival and report immediately if found
- Can be noisy at night; light sleepers should book a private room away from the bar
- Check towel policy — not always included in dorm rates
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