Central Minca

1.0 star property
Hostel perfectly located for exploring Santa Marta

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Terrace/patio
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Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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CR 1, 34 9 DP LK 45 08, Santa Marta, MINCA, 470008
  • Place, Oído del Mundo Waterfall
    ‪23 min walk‬
  • Place, Bello Horizonte Beach
    ‪43 min drive‬
  • Place, Rodadero Beach
    ‪51 min drive‬
  • Airport, Santa Marta (SMR-Simon Bolivar)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Bunk Beds

Standard Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Bunk Beds

Standard Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

  • 248 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Large Twin Bunk Beds

About the neighborhood

Santa Marta

City center stay.Within 3 miles (5 km) of this Santa Marta hostel, you'll find Oído del Mundo Waterfall and Blue Well. Marinka Waterfalls is within 3 miles (5 km) and University of Magdalena is within 12 miles (20 km).

What's nearby

  • Bello Horizonte Beach - 43 min drive - 15.9 miles
  • Parque de los Novios - 46 min drive - 12.6 miles
  • Rodadero Beach - 51 min drive - 14.8 miles
  • Tayrona National Natural Park - 58 min drive - 31.4 miles
  • Rodadero Sea Aquarium and Museum - 58 min drive - 14.5 miles

Getting around

  • Santa Marta (SMR-Simon Bolivar) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Colibri Garden Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Amora Cocina Saludable - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Sativa Taco Y Chela - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Wadua - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Duni - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Central Minca

Hostel perfectly located for exploring Santa Marta
Central Minca offers its guests a terrace, barbecue grills, and a garden. Public spaces have free WiFi. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Central Minca also features a picnic area, express check-out, and a communal living room.

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

  • 3 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
Central Minca offers 3 shared accommodations with fans. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps). Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: COP 15,000 per person
  • A bar/lounge

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • No elevator (single-level property)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Electrical adapters
  • Fan
  • Shared accommodations

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • You may be required to pay the following charge at the property: Colombia Value-Added Tax (VAT) at 19%. A VAT exemption is available to travelers who present a valid passport and tourist visa showing they are not a resident of Colombia and who pay using a foreign card or via a bank transfer from outside Colombia. This exemption applies only to tourist package bookings (accommodation plus other travel services).

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.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately COP 15000 per person

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 and cash
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. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, and cash.

Property Registration Number 199981

We should mention

  • Visitors traveling with a child may be required by the property to present the following documents: At check-in, parents traveling into Colombia with a child under 18 may be obligated to present the child's birth certificate and photo ID (passport for non-Columbian citizens). If a relative or legal guardian is traveling into Colombia with the child, that relative or legal guardian may be obligated to present a notarized consent of travel signed by both parents, along with a copy of both parents' ID. If only one parent is traveling into Colombia with the child, that parent may be required to present a notarized 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.

Property is also known as

Central Minca Santa Marta
Central Minca Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Central Minca Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Santa Marta

Frequently asked questions

How close is Central Minca to the airport?

Central Minca is 19.8 mi (57-min drive) away from the Santa Marta (SMR-Simon Bolivar) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Central Minca have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Central Minca.

How close is Central Minca to the beach?

This hostel is 16 mi (59-min drive) from Rodadero Beach and 13.9 mi (26-min drive) from Playaca. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Central Minca offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Central Minca, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of COP 15000 per person. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Central Minca?

No, there is no casino at this hostel.

What time is check-in at Central Minca?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Central Minca?

Free parking is not available at this hostel.

Does Central Minca have a pool?

Central Minca does not have a pool.

Does Central Minca have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is Central Minca to downtown Santa Marta?

Central Minca is 0.1 mi away from Minca.

Central Minca Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

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Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 1 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 1 reviews
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Agathe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Très très bel accueil de Angélica, la serveuse et bartender. Elle a une énergie incroyable et un service client super ! La musique est génial au bar et l'ambiance y est très cosy. Les chambres sont bien, se sont des lits double très confortables et bien fait.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024