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Rio Hostel Buritaca
2.0 star property
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Located close to Koralia Beach and Buritaca Beach, Rio Hostel Buritaca provides an attached winery, a free daily manager's reception, and a coffee shop/cafe. Treat yourself to a massage at the onsite spa. Be sure to enjoy happy hour and more at the two on-site restaurants. Enjoy the 24-hour gym, as well as activities like hiking/biking, volleyball, and kayaking. In addition to a garden and laundry facilities, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Popular amenities
- On private beach
- Spa
- Pet friendly
- Restaurant
- Gym
- Breakfast available
About this property
Rio Hostel Buritaca
- Hostel near Buritaca Beach
- Located close to Koralia Beach and Quebrada Valencia Waterfall, Rio Hostel Buritaca provides an attached winery, a free daily manager's reception, and a coffee shop/cafe. Treat yourself to a massage at the onsite spa. Be sure to enjoy happy hour and more at the two on-site restaurants. Enjoy the 24-hour gym, as well as activities like hiking/biking, volleyball, and kayaking. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities such as a garden and laundry facilities.
- Other perks include:
- Full breakfast (surcharge), a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and a water dispenser
- Surf lessons, coffee/tea in the lobby, and bicycle parking
- Luggage storage and smoke-free premises
- Room features
- All guestrooms at Rio Hostel Buritaca have amenities such as safes.
- More amenities include:
- Guidebooks, local maps, and window screens
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Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 7:00 AM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before noon
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets stay free
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
- 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 have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
- Fee for full breakfast: approximately COP 18000 to 36000 for adults, and COP 18000 to 36000 for children
- Airport shuttle fee: COP 210000 per person (one-way)
- Hosted evening meal: COP 35000
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Property Registration Number 74318
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
If you are traveling with a child your property may require you to present the following documents: Parents traveling into Colombia with a child under 18 may be required to present the child's birth certificate and photo ID (passport for non-Columbian citizens) upon check-in. If a relative or legal guardian is traveling into Colombia with the child, that relative or legal guardian may be required to present a notarized consent of travel signed by both parents and 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 who plan to travel with children should consult with a Colombian consulate office prior to travel for further guidance.
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property
Frequently asked questions
Is Rio Hostel Buritaca pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
There is free parking nearby.
What time is check-in at Rio Hostel Buritaca?
Check-in start time: 7:00 AM; Check-in end time: anytime.
What time is check-out at Rio Hostel Buritaca?
Check-out is at noon.
Does Rio Hostel Buritaca provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of COP 210000 per person applies.
Where is Rio Hostel Buritaca located?
Situated on the riverwalk, this spa hostel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Buritaca Beach, Koralia Beach, and Mareygua Beach. Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta National Park and Guachaca River are also within 6 mi (10 km).
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