Vida Hostel

3.0 star property
3-star hostal near Santafé Mall

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Superior Triple Room | 1 bedroom, free WiFi
Living area
Daily continental breakfast (COP 15000 per person)
Living area
Exterior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
43b96 Cl 11A, Medellín, Antioquia, 050021
  • Poblado Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Lleras Park
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Santafé Mall
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Medellín (MDE-José María Córdova Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

Basic Shared Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Basic Shared Dormitory

  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Family Quadruple Room

  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

Basic Shared Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Basic Shared Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Standard Double Room

  • 86 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Superior Triple Room

  • 118 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Medellín

El Poblado stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this El Poblado hostal, you'll find Poblado Park and Lleras Park. The Dancer's Park and Linear Park President are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Poblado Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Lleras Park - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Medellín Clinic - El Poblado - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Oviedo Shopping Center - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Santafé Mall - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Poblado Station - 10 min walk
  • Jose Maria Cordova Intl. Airport (MDE) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ama Restaurante Vegano - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Hija Mia Coffee Roasters - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Mija - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Clandestino Restaurante Lounge - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪El Altar Taquería - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Vida Hostel

3-star hostal near Santafé Mall
Vida Hostel offers its guests a vending machine. Public spaces have free WiFi. A shuttle from the hotel to the airport (available 24 hours) is available for a fee.

This 3-star Medellín hostal is smoke free.

  • 19 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • No smoking on site
Vida Hostel offers 19 accommodations with air conditioning. This Medellín hostal provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • 24-hour airport drop-off shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: COP 15,000 for adults and COP 15,000 for children

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
  • Handrails in stairways (35 inches high)
  • No elevator
  • Tile flooring in room

Room amenities

Bathroom

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

More

  • Air conditioning
  • LED lighting

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 11:30 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: COP 60000 per pet, per stay, plus a deposit of COP 60000 per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 11 lbs per pet)
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

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.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately COP 15000 for adults and COP 15000 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: COP 118000 per room
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: COP 118000 (up to 18 years old)
  • Pet deposit: COP 60000 per stay
  • Pet fee: COP 60000 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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 debit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
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, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number 220405

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.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Vida Hostel Hostal
Vida Hostel Medellín
Vida Hostel Hostal Medellín

Frequently asked questions

How close is Vida Hostel to the airport?

Vida Hostel is 13.3 mi (35-min drive) away from the Jose Maria Cordova Intl. Airport (MDE) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Vida Hostel?

As of Jun 17, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Vida Hostel on Jun 18, 2025 start from $44.42, 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 Vida Hostel have an airport shuttle?

Vida Hostel offers a shuttle from the hotel to the airport 24 hours a day, for a charge of COP 118000 per room.

Does Vida Hostel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Vida Hostel, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of COP 15000 for adults and COP 15000 for children. It's available every day from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Vida Hostel?

No, there is no casino at this hostal.

What time is check-in at Vida Hostel?

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

Is there free parking at Vida Hostel?

Free parking is not available at this hostal.

Does Vida Hostel have a pool?

Vida Hostel does not have a pool.

Does Vida Hostel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostal.

How close is Vida Hostel to downtown Medellín?

Vida Hostel is 2.3 mi away from Medellín.

Vida Hostel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 21 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

François, Inverness

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zahra

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
The place is clean & safe, but there's no real kitchen or community area to connect with other travelers
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

JAMES

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice room. Nice building. The staff at the desk were always there and very helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luis Herrera

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
En el hotel nos sentimos muy bien. Las señoras de la cocina son demasiado excelentes,el trato excelente y la habitación impecable.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luis Herrera

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Es un Excelente Hostel, es mejor que muchos Hoteles que conozco. El desayuno excelente, el aseo excelente. Un ejemplo de servicio al cliente, el personal en especial doña Dabeiba son espectaculares. Sin duda volveremos
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

jose, David

Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Yanelys

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Habitaciones demasiado pequeñas, ocurro, con mal olor, no se parece en nada a las fotos que postean del hostel! No me quede aqui me fui a otro hotel!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robinson, Monte Plata

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excelente lugar fácil acceso a todo el personal del lobby muy atente el personal de limpieza muy amable eh atento en todo momento los miembros de la cocina muy atentos súper higiénico súper bueno el desayuno y económico
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Angelo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Muy buena la atención por parte del personal encargado, la habitación muy limpia y el hotel está bien ubicado. No me gustó el desayuno ya que es solo una porción de frutas, sin opción de escoger algo más.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Orieta

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

Buen hotel

Hola, en general la habitación super cómoda con buena ubicación bastante accesible. Un poco de ruido en horas de la madrugada por ser fin de semana pero nada que no sea tolerable.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024