Viajero Tayrona Hostel & Ecohabs, Santa Marta: Reviews & Hotel Deals

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Santa Marta beachfront hotel with outdoor pool, restaurant

Dates

December 2024

January 2025

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Excellent

Popular amenities

Airport transfer

Bar

Pool

Non-smoking

Spa

Pet-friendly

Main amenities

Daily housekeeping
On a private beach
Restaurants and bar/lounge
Outdoor pool
Breakfast available
Beach umbrellas
Beach sunloungers
Pool bar
Spa services
Massage/treatment rooms
Airport drop-off service
Terrace

Feel at home

Private bathroom
Garden
Terrace
Daily housekeeping
Laundry facilities
Blackout curtains

includes taxes & fees

15 Dec - 16 Dec

Room options

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

3+ beds

Showing 18 of 18 rooms

Superior Double Room

Highlights

Deck/patio

Garden

Blackout curtains

Ceiling fan

Rainfall showerhead

Private bathroom

Wardrobe

Pet friendly

42 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Superior Triple Room, 3 Single Beds

Highlights

Deck/patio

Garden

Blackout curtains

Ceiling fan

Rainfall showerhead

Private bathroom

Daily housekeeping

35.00 sq m
Beach view
Sleeps 3
3 Single Beds

Cuádruple con baño

Highlights

Deck/patio

Garden

Blackout curtains

Ceiling fan

Rainfall showerhead

Private bathroom

Wardrobe

Daily housekeeping

45.00 sq m
Beach view
Sleeps 4
4 Single Beds

Dormitorio compartido 6 camas

Highlights

Deck/patio

Blackout curtains

Ceiling fan

Rainfall showerhead

Private bathroom

Daily housekeeping

45.00 sq m
Beach view
Sleeps 1
1 Single Bed

Dormitorio compartido 10 camas

Highlights

Deck/patio

Air conditioning

Blackout curtains

Ceiling fan

Rainfall showerhead

Private bathroom

Daily housekeeping

45.00 sq m
Beach view
Sleeps 1
1 Single Bed

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Deck/patio

Garden

Blackout curtains

Ceiling fan

Rainfall showerhead

Private bathroom

Daily housekeeping

Pet friendly

35 sq m
Sleeps 2
2 Single Beds

Cuádruple con baño

Highlights

Deck/patio

Garden

Blackout curtains

Ceiling fan

Rainfall showerhead

Private bathroom

Wardrobe

Pet friendly

40 sq m
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed

Superior Triple Room

Highlights

Deck/patio

Garden

Blackout curtains

Ceiling fan

Rainfall showerhead

Private bathroom

Wardrobe

Pet friendly

42 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Standard Triple Room

Highlights

Deck/patio

Garden

Blackout curtains

Ceiling fan

Rainfall showerhead

Private bathroom

Daily housekeeping

Pet friendly

35 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Quintuple con baño

Highlights

Deck/patio

Blackout curtains

Ceiling fan

Rainfall showerhead

Private bathroom

Daily housekeeping

Pet friendly

In-room safe

45.00 sq m
Sleeps 5
2 Double Beds

Habitación Grupal x8

Highlights

Deck/patio

Blackout curtains

Ceiling fan

Rainfall showerhead

Private bathroom

Daily housekeeping

45.00 sq m
Sleeps 8
4 Single Bunk Beds

Sextuple con baño

Highlights

Deck/patio

Garden

Blackout curtains

Ceiling fan

Rainfall showerhead

Private bathroom

Wardrobe

Pet friendly

59 sq m
Sleeps 6
1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

Superior Twin Room

Highlights

Deck/patio

Garden

Blackout curtains

Ceiling fan

Rainfall showerhead

Private bathroom

Wardrobe

Pet friendly

42 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Deck/patio

Garden

Blackout curtains

Ceiling fan

Rainfall showerhead

Private bathroom

Daily housekeeping

Pet friendly

35 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Habitación Grupal x6

Highlights

Deck/patio

Blackout curtains

Ceiling fan

Rainfall showerhead

Private bathroom

Daily housekeeping

45.00 sq m
Sleeps 6
3 Single Bunk Beds

Dormitorio compartido Femenino 8 camas

Highlights

Deck/patio

Blackout curtains

Ceiling fan

Rainfall showerhead

Private bathroom

Daily housekeeping

45 sq m
Beach view
Sleeps 1
1 Single Bed

Dormitorio compartido Mixto 8 camas

Highlights

Deck/patio

Blackout curtains

Ceiling fan

Rainfall showerhead

Private bathroom

Daily housekeeping

45 sq m
Beach view
Sleeps 1
1 Single Bed

Dormitorio compartido Mixto 8 camas con AC

Highlights

Deck/patio

Air conditioning

Blackout curtains

Ceiling fan

Rainfall showerhead

Private bathroom

Daily housekeeping

45 sq m
Beach view
Sleeps 1
1 Single Bed

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Pool

Free breakfast

Spa

Pet-friendly

includes taxes & fees

9 Dec - 10 Dec

About the area

Km 48, Via Santa Marta - Riohacha, Santa Marta, Magdalena, 470009

What's nearby

Buritaca Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
Costeño Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
Koralia Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Mareygua Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Quebrada Valencia Waterfall - 2 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

Santa Marta (SMR-Simon Bolivar) - 91 min drive
Airport drop-off service

Restaurants

‪Restaurante Don Samuel - ‬13 min drive
‪Angel and Devil - ‬20 min drive
‪Restaurante Betsaida Bar - ‬16 min walk
Katuyumar
‪Koralia Bar - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Viajero Tayrona Hostel & Ecohabs

Putting you within a 15-minute drive of Tayrona National Natural Park, Viajero Tayrona Hostel & Ecohabs offers a private beach where you can enjoy beach umbrellas, yoga and volleyball. The outdoor pool provides fun for everyone, while guests in the mood for pampering can indulge in massages and body scrubs. Offering garden views, Viajero Tayrona serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. A poolside bar, a snack bar/deli and a terrace are other highlights.

Languages

English, Spanish

At a glance

Hotel size

21 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 23
Check-out time is 11:00 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 3:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 23

Children

Parents must have child's birth certificate and photo ID*
No cots (infant beds)

Pets

Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 2 total, up to 17 kg per pet)*
Service animals welcome
Specific rooms only*
Pets must be supervised

Internet

Free WiFi in public areas

Parking

Free uncovered on-site self-parking

Transfers

Airport drop-off on request(available 24 hours a day)*

Other information

Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) 7:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–11:00 AM on weekends
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Poolside bar
Coffee/tea in a common area
Snack bar/deli
Water dispenser

What to do

On a private beach
Beach yoga
Beach volleyball
Kayaking
Surfing/body boarding
Concerts/live shows
Ecotours nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horse riding nearby

Services

24-hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Beach sunloungers
Beach umbrellas

Facilities

Garden
Terrace
Mosquito nets
An outdoor pool
Spa services
Massage/treatment rooms
At least 80% of food locally sourced
Vegetarian dining options
Humane treatment of captive wild animals
Locally owned and organised tours and activities
At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
Comprehensive food waste policy
Water dispenser
Outdoor entertainment area
Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

Accessible airport shuttle
No lift (single-level property)
Well-lit path to entrance
Step-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Home comfort

Ceiling fan

Sleep well

Blackout curtains
Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

Deck or patio

Freshen up

Private bathroom
Rainfall shower heads
Shower only

Daily housekeeping
Access via exterior corridors
LED light bulbs
Water-efficient toilets only
Local maps

Special features

Spa

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. There are 2 treatment rooms including rooms for couples and outdoor treatment areas. Services include massages and body scrubs.

Dining

Viajero Tayrona – Overlooking the garden, this restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, dinner and light fare. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting).

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:

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).

Optional extras

Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately COP 26 per person
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of COP 190000 per vehicle. Maximum occupancy 4
Water is available for an extra charge of COP 3000 per day
Towels are available for an extra charge of COP 25000 per person, per stay (or guests may bring their own)

Children & extra beds

Rollaway beds are available for COP 70000.0 per night
If you are travelling with a child, your property may require you to present the following documents: parents travelling into Colombia with a child under 18 may be required to present the child's birth certificate and photo ID (passport for non-Colombian citizens) at check-in. If a relative or legal guardian is travelling into Colombia with the child, that relative or legal guardian may be required to present a notarised consent of travel signed by both parents and 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 who plan to travel with children should consult with a Colombian consulate office prior to travel for further guidance.

Pets

Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of COP 35000 per pet, per stay

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.

Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

This property does not have lifts.

This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

This property does not provide hot water in Standard Room.

Also known as

Hotel Merecumbe

Viajero Tayrona Hostel Ecohabs Santa Marta

Merecumbe Buritaca

Viajero Tayrona Hostel Ecohabs

Merecumbe Hotel Buritaca

Merecumbe Hotel Colombia/Buritaca

Viajero Tayrona Ecohabs Santa Marta

Viajero Tayrona Ecohabs

Viajero Tayrona Hostel & Ecohabs Hotel

Viajero Tayrona Hostel & Ecohabs Santa Marta

Viajero Tayrona Hostel & Ecohabs Hotel Santa Marta

Frequently asked questions

Does Viajero Tayrona Hostel & Ecohabs offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Viajero Tayrona Hostel & Ecohabs does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Viajero Tayrona Hostel & Ecohabs?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Viajero Tayrona Hostel & Ecohabs?

Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 17 kg per pet. There's a charge of COP 35000 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at Viajero Tayrona Hostel & Ecohabs?

Yes, there's free self parking.

Is an airport shuttle service offered by Viajero Tayrona Hostel & Ecohabs?

Yes, a shuttle from the hotel to the airport is available. The charge is COP 190000 per vehicle.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Viajero Tayrona Hostel & Ecohabs?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

What is there to do at Viajero Tayrona Hostel & Ecohabs and nearby?

Have fun with on-site activities such as kayaking, surfing and volleyball. Additional recreation on-site includes volleyball. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a private beach and spa services. Viajero Tayrona Hostel & Ecohabs also has a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Viajero Tayrona Hostel & Ecohabs?

Yes, Viajero Tayrona offers al fresco dining and garden views.

Does Viajero Tayrona Hostel & Ecohabs have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a deck or patio.

What's the area around Viajero Tayrona Hostel & Ecohabs like?

Viajero Tayrona Hostel & Ecohabs is a short 1-minute walk from Costeño Beach and 10 minutes' walk from Koralia Beach.

Viajero Tayrona Hostel & Ecohabs Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

8/10 Very good

5 June 2024

Loved how many options there were to enjoy the hostel and area. Tayrona park, surfing, hammocks, lots of activities, it was a great visit. It’s quite the party place though and even with a private suite away from the bar the music plays until 3 am. There’s no escaping it.

Kieren, 3-night trip

Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

25 Oct 2023

Experience

Great experience all the way around

Jose Luis, 2-night trip

Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

8 Aug 2023

Would definitely come back to this place. The service is excellent, Pablo from the front desk went above and beyond to make our stay incredible. The wifi isn't great but then again you want to stay in a place like this to disconnect!

Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

24 Jan 2023

Great place to rest after Ciudad Perdida hike.

We enjoyed our stay at the Viajero hostal we stayed in one of the cabins, it was very nice. The staff were friendly, the food was good. I would suggest this place to anyone who enjoys living. If you want peace and quiet, this is not the place to go. This hotel is full of people enjoying life and having fun.

Brad, 2-night trip

Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

2 July 2022

Margarita, 3-night trip

Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

2 Feb 2022

The hostel is very unique. It had a really cool design to it and we enjoyed the beach and the pool. Staff was very nice. However for the price, wifi connection was very slow and only available in certain areas. And in our room the bed was very hard and the bathroom was open to outside so we were finding way too many ants and spiders in our room. Overall, we enjoyed our stay.

McKenzie, 2-night romance trip

Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

20 Jan 2022

Beautiful and tranquil setting.

Marc, 3-night romance trip

Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

19 Jan 2022

False advertising of dorm rooms !!

The problem I had with this hostel is that they had false advertising on their website. I booked a females only dorm from the photos they advertised. When I arrived it was absolutely not that room. When I inquired the front desk told me they only have one of those and it was coed. She also agreed it’s all sabotage. The women’s only dorm is a very old and smelled like mildew. The bathroom looked like it wasn’t cleaned in days. The rest of the hostel was nice. Food was good. Nice bar area and options. Good cheap massage for 30$.

1-night trip

Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

6 Nov 2021

Walid, 1-night trip

Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

17 Mar 2020

5-night trip

Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

3 Feb 2020

Would not stay here again.

The hotel bungalow itself was very nice for the price. The hotel bar (on the beach) sucked. The bartender had a limited assortment of liquors. The bartender at the pool/beach bar was unable to make a mojito. In general, excluding at the front desk, service was poor. The beach was dirty and unappealing.

Kelly, 1-night trip

Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

11 Feb 2019

I highly recommend this jewel of relax , lay back place , Staff members are always there for you and go way behond your expectations.

2-night family trip

Verified Orbitz guest review

6/10 Good

7 Feb 2019

Hotel turned hostel

The owners have recently rebranded the place as a hostel, while maintaining the hotel-style rooms on site. The old hotel website (when it was called Hotel Merecumbe) made it appear like a luxury place. It is a good value place to stay if you are paying the hostel prices but very poor value if you are paying for the hotel rooms, as the facilities, including the food, are not up to the right standard, particularly at the hotel room prices.

Michael, 3-night romance trip

Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

3 Feb 2019

Best hotel in Leticia.

Resort is beautiful. Those with high expectations, please keep in mind that Leticia is extremely remote, so comparing Viajero to a regular Dicameron all-inclusive isn't possible. The rooms are huge and beautiful. The grounds are superb and the people are wonderful. Highly recommend.

Alexander, 3-night romance trip

Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

23 Jan 2019

Ariel, 1-night trip with friends

Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

3 Jan 2019

Food was horrific and rooms were uncomfortable. One couldn’t swim in the ocean either.

Anon, 3-night trip

Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

25 Dec 2018

3-night trip

Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

29 Nov 2018

What a great place! We would definitely go again! The staff is all very helpful and several are english speaking- which is a rare find in Colombia. The food was good. The beds are very comfortable and the atmosphere is enjoyable. Laundry service is available. It's a 15-20 minute taxi ride to Tayrona NPP entrance, so that was farther than we had thought it would be- but it was not a problem. We traveled in November which is the end of the rain season, so the nearby Buritaca River was dumping a lot of run-off and debris into the ocean, therefore, the beach was not swimmable while we were there due to all the extra mud and branches in the ocean. It is a lovely location and we enjoyed our stay!

3-night trip

Verified CheapTickets guest review

8/10 Very good

24 Oct 2018

Nice eco resort on the beach. Close to Tayrona and great staff. The hotel also serves as a Hostel and the vibe is definitely more of a hostel scene than a luxury resort. Food was great, drinks were tasty, but probably not the gourmet dining scene that the website makes it seem like. Rooms do not have AC, no pool, and while the property is on the beach you really can not swim in the ocean due to current and an incredible amount of debris in the water on the shore. Overall satisfied with our stay but I think for the price you can do better.

Simon, 3-night trip

Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

24 Oct 2018

Great stay. Parts were under construction, most notably a pool which looks like it will be amazing once finished. But otherwise great. It is not located close to any of the coastal towns, but east bus access to Parque Tayrona.

2-night romance trip

Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

9 Sept 2018

Great place!! Highly recommended

Beautiful region close to Tayrona park, Palomino and many other magnificent places. The cabanas are beautiful and very comfortable. The service was espectacular, it has the vibe of a hostel with the accommodation of a quality hotel. Ideal to relax, chill, meet people and just enjoy the place. We really enjoyed the restaurant,good quality food ant reasonable prices.

marcos, 4-night trip with friends

Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

31 Dec 2017

Very nice hotel.

Very nice hotel great location helpful staff nice ethos. Food very good but a little repetitive. Sea too rough for swimming but empty beach. Excellent massage.

claire, 3-night trip

Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

12 Dec 2017

Amazing eco-retreat away from the Tayrona crowds.

This place is a beautifully appointed piece of paradise located on the beach just north of Tayrona National Park. The shared facitlities were very well maintained and the food was really good. The rooms themselves are a masterpiece. Really recommend this place to anyone looking for a quiet and peaceful retreat in the Colombian/Carribean hinterland. Make sure you take bug spray!

Jeff, 2-night trip

Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

5 Nov 2017

Rustic Colombia coast hotel

Nice staff ... helps if you can speak Spanish ... good if you just want to relax and read books ... apart from that there is not much other than the beach ...

shebuant, 4-night trip

Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

5 July 2017

Paradise

Second time at merecumbe and, I was happy that they are still keeping high standards of what costumer service should be . Great food 🥘 and well kept.

L morales , 4-night trip

Verified Expedia guest review

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Viajero Tayrona Hostel & Ecohabs

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Arriving/Leaving

Restrictions related to your trip

Special check-in instructions

Required at check-in

Children