Chimila Hostel y Camping

2.0 star property
Hostel in Santa Marta with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
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Terrace/patio
Outdoor pool
Bar (on property)
Rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access
Exterior

Reviews

2.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Room service
    Room service
  • Breakfast included
    Breakfast included
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Pool
    Pool
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk

Explore the area

Map
Avenida Troncal Del Caribe, ent. Sena Agropecuario 30m de la Troncal, Santa Marta, Magdalena, 470006
  • Nabusimake
    5 min drive
  • University of Magdalena
    6 min drive
  • Mundo Marino Aquarium
    6 min drive
  • Santa Marta (SMR-Simon Bolivar)
    18 min drive

Room options

Standard Shared Dormitory (4 beds)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Fridge
Rainfall showerhead
Microwave
Stovetop
Oven
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Beds

Shared Dormitory, Pool View (8 beds)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Fridge
Rainfall showerhead
Microwave
Stovetop
Oven
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 8 Single Beds

Double Room, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Fridge
Rainfall showerhead
Microwave
Stovetop
Oven
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Shared Dormitory, Garden View (6 beds)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Fridge
Rainfall showerhead
Microwave
Stovetop
Oven
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Single Beds

Shared Dormitory, Garden View (10 beds)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Fridge
Rainfall showerhead
Microwave
Stovetop
Oven
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 10
  • 10 Single Beds

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About the area

Santa Marta

At Chimila Hostel y Camping you'll be 3.6 km (2.2 mi) from Nabusimake and 3.9 km (2.4 mi) from University of Magdalena. Highlights at this hostel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free daily breakfast. .For a drink, you can stop by the hostel's own poolside bar. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. Each morning free full breakfast is offered between 8 AM and 10:30 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Attractions within a 20-minute drive of this Santa Marta hostel include Tayrona National Natural Park and Rodadero Beach.

What's nearby

  • Bahia de Santa Marta - 7 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Parque de Los Novios - 7 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Rodadero Sea Aquarium and Museum - 11 min drive - 8.9 km
  • Rodadero Beach - 16 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Santa Marta Beach - 19 min drive - 7.8 km

Getting around

  • Santa Marta (SMR-Simon Bolivar) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Juan Valdez Café - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪El Vómito - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪La Pizzetta - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante El Paisa Samario - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante El Banano - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Chimila Hostel y Camping

Hostel in Santa Marta with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the pool bar. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

An outdoor pool, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at Chimila Hostel y Camping. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Santa Marta hostel.

  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Chimila Hostel y Camping offers 12 air-conditioned accommodations, with shared/communal kitchens. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves.

Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead. This Santa Marta hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

  • Children 17 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 17 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for COP 15000.0 per day.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: COP 20000.00 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Rollaway bed fee: COP 15000.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property accepts credit cards
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International and Carte Blanche.

We should mention

  • There is no hot water on site.
  • 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 17 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Chimila Hostel y Camping Santa Marta
Chimila y Camping Santa Marta
Chimila y Camping
Chimila Hostel y Camping Santa Marta
Chimila Hostel y Camping Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Chimila Hostel y Camping?

Chimila Hostel y Camping offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Chimila Hostel y Camping?

Yep, Chimila Hostel y Camping has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Chimila Hostel y Camping?

The closest beach to Chimila Hostel y Camping is Rodadero Beach (2.8 km).

Does Chimila Hostel y Camping have a pool?

Chimila Hostel y Camping has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying with a coldie from the bar.

Does Chimila Hostel y Camping serve breakfast?

Yeah, complimentary full breakfast is offered daily from 8 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Chimila Hostel y Camping?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Chimila Hostel y Camping?

Yep, they've got a poolside bar and an onsite restaurant that serves local and international cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Chimila Hostel y Camping?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Chimila Hostel y Camping Reviews

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2.0/10

Cleanliness

2.0/10

Staff & service

2.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Maria

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
No es un lugar para familias
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019