Oresca Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel near La Boquilla Beach, connected to a rail/subway station in Cartagena

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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

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Cra 4 N°67-98, Barrio Crespo, Cartagena, Bolívar, 130002
  • Marbella Beach
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • La Boquilla Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Clock Tower
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Cartagena (CTG-Rafael Núñez Intl.)
    ‪3 min walk‬

Room options

Comfort Double Room (Banana)

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Premium Double Room (Esmeralda)

  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Double Room (Cafe)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Double Room (Oro)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Signature Triple Room (Cacao)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

Standard Triple Room (Caña)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

Family Triple Room (Maria Mulata)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Large Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Double Comfort Room (Inirida)

  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Family Quadruple Room (Orquidea)

  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Large Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Cartagena

Oceanside stay.Your stay at this Marbella hostel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of La Boquilla Beach and Marbella Beach. Walls of Cartagena and San Felipe de Barajas Castle are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Marbella Beach - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • La Boquilla Beach - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Walls of Cartagena - 5 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Clock Tower - 6 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Cartagena de Indias Convention Center - 7 min drive - 3.2 miles

Getting around

  • Rafael Nunez Intl. Airport (CTG) - 1 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Atrium - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Masaki - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪La Pescadería - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Frisby - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Cevicheria YIRETH - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Oresca Hostel

Hostel near La Boquilla Beach, connected to a rail/subway station in Cartagena
A winery is on site. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 6 beach bars and a bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A terrace, barbecue grills, and an arcade/game room are also featured at the business-friendly Oresca Hostel. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Cartagena hostel.

  • 4 guestrooms or units
  • 6 bars on the beach
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Winery on site
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Game room or arcade
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Oresca Hostel offers 4 air-conditioned accommodations with shared/communal kitchens and blackout drapes/curtains. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations include kitchen islands. Select Comfort beds feature premium bedding. 39-inch Smart televisions come with premium cable channels and Netflix. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and bidets.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)). Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include hypo-allergenic bedding.

Languages

English, German, Italian, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's books
  • Children's games
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free covered self parking on site
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • 6 beach bars
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • Arcade/game room
  • Golf clubs/equipment
  • Playground
  • TV in common areas
  • Winery

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Low-height electrical outlets in bathroom
  • No elevator
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 39-inch smart TV with premium cable channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Griddle
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Oresca Hostel

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children stay free when using existing bedding. Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

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. Nonresident travelers 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.

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 mobile payments and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts cash and mobile payments. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property Registration Number 76184

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.
  • Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Oresca Hostel Cartagena
Oresca Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Oresca Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Cartagena

Frequently asked questions

How close is Oresca Hostel to the airport?

Oresca Hostel is 0.2 mi (1-min drive) away from the Rafael Nunez Intl. Airport (CTG) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Oresca Hostel?

As of Aug 22, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Oresca Hostel on Sep 1, 2025 start from $30.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Oresca Hostel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Oresca Hostel.

How close is Oresca Hostel to the beach?

This hostel is 1.4 mi (4-min drive) from Marbella Beach and 2.1 mi (6-min drive) from La Boquilla Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Oresca Hostel offer free breakfast?

Oresca Hostel offers free continental breakfast every day from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Oresca Hostel?

No, there is no casino at this hostel, but Rio Cartagena Casino (12-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Oresca Hostel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM.

Is there free parking at Oresca Hostel?

This hostel offers free self parking.

Does Oresca Hostel have a pool?

Oresca Hostel does not have a pool.

Does Oresca Hostel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Oresca Hostel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is Oresca Hostel to downtown Cartagena?

Oresca Hostel is 2.6 mi away from Cartagena.

Oresca Hostel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 60 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 60 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 60 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 60 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 60 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Ajibola

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly and inviting. The room and bathroom was very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ellen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great! For our flight to Cartagena, my husband and I decided to stay at Oresca Hostel because it was close to the airport. We liked the place so much, we booked it again when it was time to leave Cartagena. It was then that we met the young owner of Oresca, Ricardo G. Stand, who just happens to be a wonderful young man. The following morning, long before anyone else was awake, Ricardo was there with take-away breakfasts in hand. While my husband and I demanded to carry our own backpacks, Ricardo walked us to the airport, just a 10 minute stroll away. On another note: Don’t worry about being too close to the airport. During our time there we saw and heard very few planes.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient for one night and close to the airport.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Is a beautiful ace. So convenient for one night and close to the airport.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gang, DIAMOND BAR

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great hotel
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

Awesome and fairly priced hotel with 1st class hospitality. Thank you Ricardo!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

JUAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Delicious breakfast and food value for money
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Air conditioning working properly, lukewarm shower which is ok for me, Netflix in our room, comfortable mattress, good breakfast. Everything is close to the hotel (less than 10 minutes walk): plenty for restaurants, coffee shops and bakeries, groceries, beach, airport. Despite the hotel next to airport, I didn’t hear any noise from the planes flying. The only thing that I would like in my hotel room is a blanket to sleep and a few hangers in my closet.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The hosts were nice and the room was clean and the breakfasts were delicious. My only complaints were the owner’s barking dogs (and I am a dog lover) but they were right outside my room barking for some time at night. Also, the swinging doors to the kitchen (which was next to my room) were very loud anytime anyone went in or out. But for the price, it was good value for the money.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Ellen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Sasha

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I loved my stay. Everyone was pleasant and very helpful. I would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

William Raymond, No. Hollywood

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

William, No. Hollywood

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great rooms, clean and good hosts
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Ronald

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, limited English. Convenient to the airport but a long walk to the historic center of town
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Dagmar

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
accommodations were clean and simple. two block walk to the airport through a safe area. only problem was we were locked inside the property gates when we tried to leavefor 6:00 a.m. flight
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Agathe

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Evan

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Humberto C

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Primero el cuarto que me dieron muy mal condiciones, empezando que el televisor estaba a la cabezera de la cama un cuarto tan pequeño para una sola persona no cabia con mi esposo y la puerta muy insegura no cerraba bien, cuando fuimos hablar a la front desk. Hubo una señora muy grocera enojada por los reclamos que hicimos, fue muy mal educada no sabe lidiar con customer , creo que era la esposa del dueño.. menos mal llego el dueño y fue muy amable y nos atendio, nos toco pagar extra para que nos cambiaran de cuarto..
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Enrique

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved it... Nine place, kind people!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

denny

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dwayne

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024