There were over 30 pods in the room and just 2 bathrooms to share between such a large amount of people. This meant there was always a queue for the bathroom, especially in the morning. The kitchen area was dark and uninviting and my juice was stolen from the fridge. There is no lift and the staircase is steep and windy. Very noisy on the main street.

Great location right in the heart of the old town, next to bars, shops and restaurants. Beds and comfy, spacious pods with their own floor space and a bed side table/locker. Air con is very good.

Stayed in March 2023

Check in wasn't very efficient, I wasn't given any information about my stay, no control over the room temperature it gets very cold at night, there are only 3 bathrooms

Lots of privacy in the area, breakfast was nice, I didn't use the jacuzzi but it looks inviting, reception helped with booking tours

Stayed in April 2023

air conditioning was bad, it either was super hot or cold. breakfast as well could start earlier as activities usually starts around 8

the location was great

Stayed in April 2023

Very large communal dorms had very limited numbers of loos and showers so there were people waiting sometimes.

Option of a small pool to cool down on hot days. Dorm beds were comfortable, with sockets and lights. Lockers available for big bags. Decent location in the middle of the most active part of town and near other areas of interest. Included breakfast was basic but a nice start to the day.

Stayed in February 2023

The sleeping arrangements for a double mixed dormitory were a tight squeeze for space, probably great for solo travelers but it was myself and a friend. The air circulation isn’t great at night since most people would want to have their curtains drawn when they sleep which blocks out the AC.

The staff were extremely informative about hostel rules. I will say I wish they had more recommendations about the surround area like their favorite restaurants and things to do. My friend and I were given one tour recommendation but it was a general tour with an emphasis on partying/drinking which isn’t our speed personally. The bathrooms were kept extremely clean the whole time. I only used the bathrooms so I can only speak for those facilities. I did not use the jacuzzi, kitchen, or lockers. The included breakfast is simple, eggs, toast, and fruit. It is what you get for the price (I was in the mixed dormitory, double bed, $69 USD / $342.000 COP). They have towels to buy there, $10.000 COP/towel. The sleeping arrangements for the mixed dormitory weren’t communicated as they could’ve been. The photos look like there are bunk beds and in addition the double beds which looked like, at least to me, their own separate rooms and then the bathroom photos, so I was under the impression that the double bed was its own area. If you’re in the mixed area, it’s two levels with the more private suites on the top. They’re set up as little mini rooms like shoe cubbies but with beds instead. Also the AC is GREAT but in the night, we slept with our curtain drawn which stops the air circulation so we were pretty warm each night. It’s great for solo travels or pairs like my friend and I. Location is prime, literally in the center, nothing is too far of a walk. The day we checked out, the person at the desk called us a taxi and ensured a fair price which was nice since taxi prices fluctuate depending on your level of spanish, time of day, and if you know to ask for a price first. Overall a very solid experience, only draw back was like sleeping conditions.

Stayed in April 2023

The walls in the bathroom have been covered in mastik, I don’t know if it wasn’t dry or if it needed to set but it came off on your hands and belongings and was very hard to get off… and the shower was cold although they embrace it.

Incredible location, right in the centre of Cartagena! Bed was comfortable and breakfast great!

Stayed in February 2023

The aircon in dorm was freezing, I used 2 blankets and still was cold.

Comfy beds, blinds for privacy, good breakfast and amazing location in historic centre.

Stayed in February 2023

No hot water, but what I heard it’s same in other hostels around. Some staff do not speak any word english.

I liked that everyone had it’s private box. And was breakfast what I didn’t count on.

Stayed in March 2023

- many little things are kind of falling apart - no hot water in shower - staff didn’t know much about area visits

- location - hostel style - nice staff

Stayed in March 2023

they have some local taxes that are not mentioned when you book it. when I did the reservation it said it included taxes and everything but they charge some more during the check in

the location is very good and the beds are comfortable. I could rest a lot. it was quiet

Stayed in March 2023

One of the shared bathrooms was not working which obviously increased waiting times. There was a staff member who would clean the bathrooms early hours but very loudly. Playing music on one occasion. Day staff were helpful and was quieter on my last few days.

The staff are all lovely and helpful. I can't recall names but, one lady who made breakfast most mornings who always had a smile on her face made my mornings. The location is perfect, ideal for all the main locations.

Stayed in February 2023

The queues to the bathroom were very long. They only had three bathrooms (not all that was working) and a downstairs toilet. I woke up at 5 a.m., and there was still a queue as only one bathroom worked. If you wanted to shower in the morning, you had to get up extra early.

The hostel itself was very cool, allowed us to check in early, and had so many amazing facilities. The hot tub, washing service (very affordable), work spaces, and kitchen was amazing. It is so central and easy to get where you need to go. The beds were really comfortable, and the bunk beds made from storage containers made you feel as if you had your own private room rather than at a hostel.

Stayed in February 2023

When I arrived, the guy at reception didn’t look like he’s interested at showing me around or explaining where everything is. He didn’t tell me a word about breakfast so I had to figure it out myself. I was given a towel (which was clean) and a blanket that clearly hasn’t been washed after a previous guest as it was full of hair. Disgusting. Also, there are only 3 bathrooms for so many beds so often you have to wait for a long time to use one. Plus, they need to be cleaned more often.

The ladies that make breakfast are very sweet and attentive. Location is good.

Stayed in February 2023

Shower it's terrible no pressure, the cold water was advertised already so no surprise

Staff and location

Stayed in February 2023

shower don’t work and no hot water

location and privacy

Stayed in February 2023

the cubicle has shade for privacy and little box on the side that u can put small belongings and secure with ur own lock, as well as bigger lockers if they are free for backpack and so; A/C during the night which makes more confortable to sleep, a bit dark the room but ok, nice staff, excellent location, simple but good breakfast include as well as a towel, also they have a local laundry service that pick up the clothes in the afternoon and brings u back the next morning for a good price

Stayed in February 2023

Its a bit noisy.

It's in the middle of the center so everything is close by. They literally have clocks everywhere. It's air conditioned so you can escape from the heat of the city.

Stayed in January 2023

needed more bathrooms per large room (had 3 for about 30 beds I think, and lines would form) could hear the club next door from about 8pm to 6/7am the next morning

great location in town

Stayed in January 2023

It was insanely cold at night. The put the AC on northpole mode and I was freezing even with a blanket. Very unhealthy and quite a waste of energy. Unfortunately it isn't a social hostel. Little atmosphere.

It's a very pretty hostel in a great location. It was clean and they have a kitchen.

Stayed in January 2023

no places to seats

private

Stayed in October 2022

The kitchen area is not very good and it's right next to a glass door from the dorm beds. Not big enough for accommodate people during breakfast either. Staff billed us in dollars to our card (instead of COP without asking us). We explain the receipt from the card reader says "you were given the option to paid in COP or USD" he said he cannot chose the currency, when we complain he said we should call our bank first (which is outside the country) to see what they say to only then try to fix the problem. Every other place in the country always bills the card in COP or ask you first if you want it to be billed in USD so you can accept or not. This mistake cost us 5% loss due to the bad exchange rate they use for billing the card directly in USD. The poor attitude of the staff to try to fix the mistake and just try to blame the card reader machine, then blame our bank to just get away from dealing with the mistake make it impossible for us to fix the problem in short time and still enjoy our time in town.

The room, the common areas for resting/work on top of the kitchen (quite hidden) and the location.

Stayed in December 2022

very noisy, nobody is quiet and there are many beds in the room, no matter what time there’s people talking loud. the breakfast is very weird as they are not talking to you or asking what you want. they just put a plate in front of you with no words, bathrooms are not enough for the amount of people and they were always dirty

comfortable beds, kitchen available

Stayed in November 2022

Staff. Checking in I didn't get a tour or explanation of where anything was. I didn't know until leaving that they hosted tours. I also had questions about Isla Baru and she told me I could walk to the dock to negotiate a boat ride, this is not correct and there is a window you can properly buy a ticket so you don't get ripped off. I didn't choose this as someone else told me it's easier taking a shuttle there by land. I just felt she gave me the bare minimum information rather than helping me with the experience.

Really interesting and spacious capsule dorms that have everything you need. I was staying over one night and was happy they were almost like mini rooms. They also held my bags for 2 nights for 8000/night while I was away.

Stayed in December 2022

the amount of bathrooms to guests is a bit low

location is great, pods are cool!

Stayed in December 2022

not enough bathrooms

good location, very rustic, comfortable bed

Stayed in October 2022