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What is the cheapest month to book a hostel in Cartagena?

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Cartagena is November (£10). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Cartagena is March (£164).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hostel in Cartagena?

The cheapest day to stay in Cartagena is Thursday (£8). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Friday, when the average nightly price is £22.

How far ahead should you book a hostel in Cartagena?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 34 days before your trip to Cartagena. The lowest price found when booking 34 days ahead was £10 per night.

Cheapest hostels in Cartagena, Colombia

Discover affordable stays in Cartagena that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in Cartagena can be found for as low as £9 per night. There is currently one property in Cartagena that can be booked for this price. Pachamama Hostel Cartagena is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Cartagena. Price data was last updated on 6 June 2025
These Cartagena properties charge the lowest price per night of those we've come across. If you have flexibility with arrival and departure, use the search form to compare prices for other dates.
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Cr 11 #25 57 Pedregal Street, Cartagena, Colombia
4.7 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£9
Avg. per night
Calle Roman # 5-30, Centro Historico, Cartagena, Colombia
5.1 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£10
Avg. per night
Calle 38 No 9-45, Cartagena, Colombia
5.1 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£13
Avg. per night
Carrera 9 # 7-23, Salento, Colombia
0.2 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£14
Avg. per night
Calle Larga Calle 25 Numero 10 B 13, Cartagena, Colombia
4.7 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£15
Avg. per night
Calle 30 #8b 120, Cartagena, Colombia
4.9 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£22
Avg. per night
Carrera 14 N. 51-39, Cartagena, Colombia
4.5 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Airport shuttle
£23
Avg. per night
Calle Larga, 9A-05, Getsemaní, Cartagena, Colombia
4.8 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£24
Avg. per night
Cra 8 #67-10, Cartagena, Colombia
4.6 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£30
Avg. per night
Playa Blanca, Sector la Puntica, Barú, Colombia
7.5 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£56
Avg. per night

Other accommodations in Cartagena

Find the perfect theme hotel, hostel or holiday rental for your stay in Cartagena. There are 5,884 properties in Cartagena and price data was last updated on 6 June 2025. The average price for a hotel in Cartagena is £36/night.
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Calle de Las Chancletas, 10b-39, Cartagena, Colombia
4.7 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Airport shuttle
£54
Avg. per night
Av. El Pedregal # 29 - 225, Cartagena, Colombia
4.7 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£12
Avg. per night
Getsemani, Calle 26 (Las Chancletas), Cartagena, Colombia
4.7 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£32
Avg. per night
Carrera 3 # 31-23, Cartagena, Colombia
5.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£202
Avg. per night
3538 Cra. 6, Cartagena, Colombia
5.1 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£123
Avg. per night

Where to stay in Cartagena

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Facts about staying in Cartagena

Find useful tips and insights about staying in Cartagena to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 6 June 2025.
  • What is the cost of a hostel in Cartagena?

    The average price for a hostel in Cartagena is £37/night. A good hostel deal in Cartagena would be for £33/night or less. The lowest hostel price found recently on HotelsCombined was £5/night. If your travel schedule is flexible, then try not to book in March, because it is the most expensive month of the year. Booking in May is the cheapest month to book a hostel in Cartagena.

  • What’s the best hostel in Cartagena?

    While there may be other highly-rated hostels in Cartagena, Republica Hostel Cartagena is currently the best, based on 2,955 HotelsCombined reviews and an average rating of 8.1/10.

  • What hostel is closest to Cartagena Rafael Nunez Airport?

    Media Luna Hostel Cartagena is 2.6 mi away from Cartagena Rafael Nunez Airport, making it the closest Cartagena hostel to the city’s most popular airport.

  • What is the most popular hostel in Cartagena closest to Playa de Marbella?

    The most popular hostel in Cartagena that’s close to Playa de Marbella is Republica Hostel Cartagena. Just 1.3 mi separate Republica Hostel Cartagena from Playa de Marbella, the city’s most popular attraction. 2,955 HotelsCombined reviewers gave the Republica Hostel Cartagena a score of 8.1/10.

  • Should I stay in a Cartagena hostel?

    Staying at a hostel is beneficial if you’re looking to travel to Cartagena on a budget. Spending less on accommodations means you can spend more on activities, food, and souvenirs. You may find that some hostels in Cartagena offer amenities similar to those that hotels provide, such as continental breakfasts, 24/7 check-in, an on-site bar, and free Wi-Fi - so there’s often no need to forego any travel comforts.

  • Does Cartagena have hostels with “Pool” listed as an amenity?

    2 hostels in Cartagena currently have “Pool” as a listed amenity. We recommend booking Republica Hostel Cartagena, which is the most popular hostel in Cartagena with this amenity.

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