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The 10 Best Hostels in San Gil, Colombia

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Hostal La Casona is located in the heart of San Gil. Free WiFi access is available. Gallineral Park is just 550 metres away from the hostel.

Each room features a fan and access to 5 shared bathrooms. There are also rooms with a private bathroom. A cable TV is included in most rooms.

The vibe in the place is really nice, the staff are super friendly and there is a wide range of activities offered. The included breakfast is quite nice and filling as well. The rooms and bathroom are clean and comfortable.

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9.3
Superb
1,224 reviews
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BGN 15
per night

Traveler Hostel in San Gil provides adults-only accommodation, a shared lounge and a garden. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a tour desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property.

Amazing staff, Viviana, Wiltor and Diego were all really nice and helpful with organising activities and just in general. The activities organised through the hostel were with companies that had good safety standards so worth the money. The hostel is in a great location, is clean and great value for money. The amenities are really good and they organise events in the evenings which is great to get to know people, one of our favourite hostels in Columbia.

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9.2
Superb
704 reviews
Price from
BGN 12
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Situated in San Gil, Macondo Hostel has a garden, shared lounge, BBQ facilities, and free WiFi throughout the property. Boasting luggage storage space, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace. The accommodation features a shared kitchen, a 24-hour front desk and organising tours for guests.

The staff is so incredibly friendly! Always there to help you and always with a smile. They organize many (high quality) trips and activities to make sure you get the best out of your stay in San Gil. The private room I stayed at was spacious, comfortable and clean. It had a good shower with hot water. The garden with jacuzzi is a nice place to relax and meet others. When I got sick during my stay, Shaun helped me get my medication and even brough it to my room. I felt super safe and comfortable here and would recommend this place to everyone.

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9.3
Superb
406 reviews
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BGN 15
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Featuring free WiFi and a restaurant, La Mansion Hostel offers pet-friendly accommodation in San Gil.

Piedecuesta is 49 km from La Mansion Hostel, while Barichara is 14 km from the property. The nearest airport is Palonegro Airport, 64 km from the property.

I booked initially in Mansion Hostal, I was redirected to Sam's Vip Hostal. Great hostel in the city center with pool and sauna, attentive and helpful staff, thanks to the girls at the reception: Gabriela, Katherinе, Daniela, you are the best! Spent a great few days in this hostel!

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8.7
Fabulous
163 reviews
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BGN 11
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Featuring a shared lounge, Hotel San Gil Nómada is set in San Gil in the Santander region, 43 km from Chicamocha National Park and 43 km from Chicamocha Water Park. Private parking can be arranged at an extra charge.

With a private bathroom equipped with a shower, rooms at the hostel also provide guests with free WiFi, while some rooms come with a city view. The units will provide guests with a fridge.

Location is close to bus terminal.

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7.8
Good
79 reviews
Price from
BGN 19
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Located in Barichara, 41 km from Chicamocha National Park, La Pacha Hostel provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. Providing a restaurant, the property also has a terrace and a bar. Guests can have a drink at the snack bar.

My favorite part of La Pacha was their restaurant. They have a fantastic Indian Vegetarian Thali that they do. It is really delicious. It came with rice, chapati, dal, paneer, a veg curry and a really tasty mango chutney. I can vouch for it because I am from India! Great job Justin and Andrea :)

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9.4
Superb
109 reviews

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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.
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  • Avg. price/night: BGN 48.70
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 797 reviews
    This is probably one of the best hostels I've ever been to! The staff and the manager are just amazing. I had an issue with my bus to Bucaramanga and they went the extra mile to help me. It's huge, with a good pool, a lot of space to do yoga, be alone, and/or social. Super clean, very comfortable
    davecabio
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: BGN 35.28
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 437 reviews
    Everything! The staff and owner are super friendly and helpful. All activities you can book with them. Hostel provide lockers for your valuables. Nice common area with hammocks. Great location- 2 mins walk from main square. I cannot say anything bad. Probably best option to stay in San Gil.
    KONRAD
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: BGN 42.34
    9.9
    Scored 9.9
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 110 reviews
    This was one of my best Hostel experiences in 6 weeks of traveling in Colombia. Jane and Felipe go above and beyond to ensure that you enjoy your stay. I felt very welcome from the beginning. Their dogs are super sweet, too. Food is delicious. 100% recommend this place! :)
    Theresa
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: BGN 71.98
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 607 reviews
    This is the perfect spot for a trip to San Gil. So central, right beside a great restaurant - Grigos. The staff are super helpful with tours. The hostel itself is spotless, a cosy feel to it and very spacious and safe. We had a very good fan in our room. Best hostel on our South American trip so far!
    O Keeffe
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: BGN 33.66
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 199 reviews
    The owners are great hosts and will support with all questions. They will also support you to book your adventures with local companies, much cheaper than with tripadvisor and co. Great location, city center and bus terminal (20 Min.) in walking distance. Fair price. Clean hostel, great breakfast
    Joe Gruber
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: BGN 42.34
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 704 reviews
    Amazing staff, Viviana, Wiltor and Diego were all really nice and helpful with organising activities and just in general. The activities organised through the hostel were with companies that had good safety standards so worth the money. The hostel is in a great location, is clean and great value for money. The amenities are really good and they organise events in the evenings which is great to get to know people, one of our favourite hostels in Columbia.
    Gemma
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: BGN 47.04
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 406 reviews
    originally booked another hostel for the wrong dates and so glad we came here instead! the staff go above and beyond to help you out with anything. the jacuzzi is great and the garden has so many areas to hang out in, do yoga, chill, while still feeling like you can be in your own space in a hostel. very central and safe. amazing hot showers. best hostel in San Gil
    Emma
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: BGN 47.04
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 406 reviews
    One of the best hostels we’ve ever stayed in. Staff so friendly and help you arrange all of your activities / give you tips including for restaurants…make sure you try Gringo Mikes! Hostel is located in a really safe area and very close to the centre. Hostel is super clean and our private room was very comfortable. Very friendly and social vibe. Overall love this place and very sad to be leaving and wish we could stay longer!
    Adam
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: BGN 39.99
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 181 reviews
    I strongly recommend this place to every backpacker. It's a very social hostel, with great common areas, very welcoming and confortable. Rosalba and Daniela will directly make you feel at home and are always there to help you with any question you might have. I liked this place so much that I came back for another night after spending a few days more in the north of Santander. Thanks Rosalba and Daniela for your warm welcoming and for making me feel at home ! Definitively one of the best hostel I've been to !
    Clemmonnier
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: BGN 25.40
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 253 reviews
    - The location was great, next to “el mercado” - We booked for a private room for 2 but were actually given a dorm for 6 people with bathroom all for ourselves (no other people would come during our stay), this was nice - We were offered all the different activities from the hostel, which we didn’t make use of since we wanted to do some low-budget stuff on our own (worked out great) - The “mercado” was just around the corner and was awesome - The location was safe and tourist-friendly
    Jef
    Young couple