Double Room Private Bathroom
- 1 Double bed
- Shower
- Air conditioning
Guest house · Santa Marta (Magdalena) · Magdalena
Rivera Hostel
A well-rated guest house in El Rodadero, Santa Marta, with easy access to Playa Blanca and practical amenities for travellers.
- 9.3 guest rating from 153 reviews
- Free Wi-Fi in all rooms
- 24-hour reception and security
9.3
Perfect
153 reviews
Booking.com 9.3 · 153 reviews
About
Rivera Hostel
Rivera Hostel sits in the El Rodadero district of Santa Marta, a practical base for exploring the coast. The guest house offers a straightforward set of rooms, from doubles to quadruples, all with air conditioning and private showers. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout, and the 24-hour reception makes late arrivals easy.
Guests can use the paid airport shuttle, arrange tours at the ticket desk, or borrow board games for a quiet evening. The property is pet-friendly and provides laundry and dry cleaning services. Playa Blanca is roughly a 10-minute drive away, making it a convenient spot for beach days.
- No smoking on site
- 24-hour reception
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Express check-in/ -out
- Pets allowed
- 24-hour security
In brief
What works, what to weigh
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Strengths
4 reasons to book- Exceptional staff service — Guests consistently rate the staff highly, with a 9.7 rating in the staff category, well above the property's already strong overall score.
- Clean and comfortable rooms — Rooms earn a 9.4 rating, reflecting solid comfort and cleanliness. Each room includes air conditioning and a private shower.
- Great value for money — With a value rating of 8.9 and rates starting from £44 per night, Rivera Hostel offers good affordability in a popular area.
- Convenient 24-hour front desk — Check-in runs until 23:00 and reception is staffed around the clock, plus VIP and express check-in/out options are available.
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Worth weighing
3 to weigh- No on-site parking — The property does not list parking, which could be a challenge if you plan to rent a car. Guests may need to find public parking nearby.
- Check-out is early — Check-out ends at 11:00, so late risers will need to plan accordingly.
- Not a beachfront property — Playa Blanca is about a 10-minute drive away, so you'll need transport or a longer walk to reach the sand.
01 — Rooms
Rooms & rates
High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.
Triple Room
- 1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed
- Shower
- Air conditioning
Standard Quadruple Room
- 2 Single beds
- Shower
- Air conditioning
Quadruple Room
- 2 Double beds
- Shower
- Air conditioning
02 — Amenities
Services & amenities
Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.
General
- No smoking on site
- 24-hour reception
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Express check-in/ -out
- 24-hour security
- Coffee shop
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
In-room
- Free Wi-Fi in rooms
- Air conditioning
- Ironing facilities
- Free toiletries
- Flat-screen TV
Pets & activities
- Pets allowed
- Board games
Photos
Gallery
03 — Reviews
What guests say
Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.
Guest-rated 9.3/10 from 153 reviews
Booking.com · 9.3 · 153 reviews
04 — Location
Getting around Santa Marta
The property sits in Santa Marta.
Local area: The guest house is in the El Rodadero district, one of Santa Marta's popular beach areas. It's a short drive to Playa Blanca, a well-known stretch of sand.
Santa Marta-Cienaga, Santa Marta, Magdalena, Colombia
05 — Good to know
Policies & conditions
Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.
- Check-in
- From 15:00-23:00
- Check-out
- By 08:00-11:00
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
- Payment
- Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
- Pets
- Allowed
- Property
- 9 rooms
06 — Questions
Frequently asked
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 15:00 to 23:00, and check-out is from 08:00 to 11:00.
Are pets allowed at Rivera Hostel?
Yes, pets are allowed at the property.
Is there an airport shuttle service?
Yes, the hotel offers a paid airport shuttle service.
Does Rivera Hostel have air conditioning in the rooms?
Yes, all room types listed come with air conditioning.
Is there free Wi-Fi?
Yes, free Wi-Fi is available in all rooms.
The bottom line
Rivera Hostel is a dependable choice in El Rodadero, backed by high guest ratings, especially for service. It’s a practical, pet-friendly base for exploring Santa Marta, though you’ll need to arrange your own parking and plan for an early check-out.
9.3A solid pick for travellers who prioritise staff service and value.
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