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Travel insights for hostels in Cartagena

Use these up-to-date, data-driven insights about booking a hostel in Cartagena including ideal times to book, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a hostel in Cartagena?

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Cartagena is October ($31). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Cartagena is November ($305).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hostel in Cartagena?

The cheapest day to stay in Cartagena is Monday ($47). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Thursday, when the average nightly price is $116.

How much is a hostel in Cartagena tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Cartagena tonight starting as low as $11, rising to an average cost of $82, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from $18 for a 4-star hostel in Cartagena for tonight.

How much is a Cartagena hostel room this weekend?

In the past 72 hours, we’ve seen prices for hostels in Cartagena this weekend for as little as $11/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as $11/night. For a 4-star hostel in Cartagena, the cheapest rate recently found was $19/night for this weekend.

How far ahead should you book a hostel in Cartagena?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 37 days before your trip to Cartagena. The lowest price found when booking 37 days ahead was $14 per night.

Cheapest hostels in Cartagena, Colombia

Discover affordable stays in Cartagena that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in Cartagena can be found for as low as $19 per night. There is currently one property in Cartagena that can be booked for this price. Pachamama Hostel Cartagena is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Cartagena. Price data was last updated on 24 April 2025
For those on a budget, these are the cheapest hostels available in Cartagena for the selected dates. If you have the flexibility, change the dates selected to compare prices.
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Cr 11 #25 57 Pedregal Street, Cartagena, Colombia
7.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$19
Avg. per night
Calle Roman # 5-30, Centro Historico, Cartagena, Colombia
8.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$21
Avg. per night
Calle 38 No 9-45, Cartagena, Colombia
8.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$28
Avg. per night
Calle Larga Calle 25 Numero 10 B 13, Cartagena, Colombia
7.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$31
Avg. per night
Calle 30 #8b 120, Cartagena, Colombia
7.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$47
Avg. per night
Carrera 14 N. 51-39, Cartagena, Colombia
7.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Airport shuttle
$47
Avg. per night
Calle Larga, 9A-05, Getsemaní, Cartagena, Colombia
7.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$50
Avg. per night
Cra 8 #67-10, Cartagena, Colombia
7.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$66
Avg. per night
Playa Blanca, Sector la Puntica, Barú, Colombia
12.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$121
Avg. per night
Calle Media Luna 10 - 46, Cartagena, Colombia
7.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$144
Avg. per night
Carrera 4 No 3-10, Manzanillo Del Mar, Cartagena, Colombia
13.8 km from city centre
$155
Avg. per night

Hostel prices in Cartagena

Get a sense of the average price and most popular properties to stay in Cartagena to help you budget for your trip accordingly. Hotels that are booked the most in each class receive the “Most popular” badge. Hotels with the “Best value” badge are the most popular hotels in Cartagena at attractive prices. Price data was last updated on 24 April 2025.
A breakdown of the average price per hostel class in Cartagena. For added insight, we've also noted the most popular and best value hostels within each hostel class.
3 stars
Playa Blanca, Sector la Puntica, Barú, Colombia
Calle Larga No. 8B- 148, Getsemani, Cartagena, Colombia
2 stars and under
Carrera 14 N. 51-39, Cartagena, Colombia
Calle Media Luna 10 - 46, Cartagena, Colombia
Cr 11 #25 57 Pedregal Street, Cartagena, Colombia

Other accommodations in Cartagena

Find the perfect theme hotel or holiday rental for your stay in Cartagena.
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Cra 1a # 10-10, Cartagena, Colombia
8.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$243
Avg. per night
Carrera 3 # 31-23, Cartagena, Colombia
8.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$429
Avg. per night
Calle Santos De Piedra N 34 - 39, Cartagena, Colombia
8.4 km from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
$481
Avg. per night
Calle Santo Domingo # 33-8, Cartagena, Colombia
8.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$388
Avg. per night

Where to stay in Cartagena

Explore different neighbourhoods and areas within Cartagena to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on 24 April 2025.
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Facts about staying in Cartagena

Find useful tips and insights about staying in Cartagena to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 24 April 2025.
  • What is the cost of a hostel in Cartagena?

    On average, it’s $68/night for a hostel in Cartagena, though $49/night or less would be considered a good deal. The least expensive hostel our users have found recently was for $8/night in Cartagena. Try to avoid booking your hostel in December (the most expensive month). Booking in July (the cheapest month) could save you money.

  • What’s the best hostel in Cartagena?

    With an average review score of 8.5 (out of 10) from 3,325 HotelsCombined users, Viajero Cartagena - Centro Hostel is considered the best Cartagena hostel.

  • What hostel is closest to Cartagena Rafael Nunez Airport?

    Casa Torices Real 12 is 2.1 km away from Cartagena Rafael Nunez Airport, making it the closest Cartagena hostel to the city’s most popular airport.

  • What is the most popular hostel in Cartagena closest to Centro de Convenciones Cartagena de Indias?

    The most popular Cartagena hostel near Centro de Convenciones Cartagena de Indias is Selina Cartagena. Selina Cartagena has a rating of 7.8/10 from 3,740 HotelsCombined users and it’s located just 0.2 km from Centro de Convenciones Cartagena de Indias.

  • Should I stay in a Cartagena hostel?

    Hostels in Cartagena tend to have a more active social scene than hotels, so they’re perfect for outgoing travellers looking to meet other people. Cartagena hostels are, on average, cheaper than other stays in the city due to their dorm-style sleeping quarters. However, this means you can spend your money elsewhere such as on local tours and events.

  • Does Cartagena have hostels with “Pool” listed as an amenity?

    Yes, 5 Cartagena hostels list “Pool” as an amenity. If you’re looking for a particular hostel in Cartagena with this feature, then consider staying at the popular Selina Cartagena.

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