La Buleka Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel with free breakfast, near Clock Tower

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Terrace/patio
Front of property
Shower, free toiletries, towels
City view from property
Front of property
Reviews
7.4

Good

Popular amenities

  • BarBarBar
  • Breakfast includedBreakfast includedBreakfast included
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk24/7 front desk24/7 front desk

Explore the area

Map
Calle San Antonio #25-121, Cartagena
  • Popular LocationCartagena de Indias Convention Center5 min walk
  • Popular LocationClock Tower11 min walk
  • Popular LocationSan Felipe de Barajas Castle15 min walk
  • AirportCartagena (CTG-Rafael Núñez Intl.)15 min drive
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Room options

Double Room With Balcony - Fantastic

Highlights

Air conditioning
Plasma TV
Blackout curtains
Cable channels
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
In-room massage
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Double Room With Private Bathroom Bohemia

Highlights

Air conditioning
Plasma TV
Blackout curtains
Cable channels
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
In-room massage
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Double Room With Balcony - Harmonic

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Plasma TV
Blackout curtains
Cable channels
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
In-room massage
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Single Bed

Quadruple Room With Private Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Plasma TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Cable channels
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
In-room massage
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Bulekos mixed dorm

Highlights

Air conditioning
Plasma TV
Blackout curtains
Cable channels
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
In-room massage
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Single Bunk Beds

Double Room With Private Bathroom - Diverse

Highlights

Air conditioning
Plasma TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Cable channels
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
In-room massage
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

Double Room With Shared Bathroom - Comfort

Highlights

Air conditioning
Plasma TV
Blackout curtains
Cable channels
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
In-room massage
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Cartagena

Located near the beach, La Buleka Hostel is in Cartagena Walled City, a neighbourhood in Cartagena. Clock Tower is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Bocagrande Beach and Blanca Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Jaime Moron Stadium or Estadio De Softbol De Chiquinquira.

What's nearby

  • Cartagena de Indias Convention Center - 5 min walk
  • Clock Tower - 11 min walk
  • San Felipe de Barajas Castle - 15 min walk
  • Walls of Cartagena - 15 min walk
  • Bocagrande Beach - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • Cartagena (CTG-Rafael Núñez Intl.) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • Demente - 1 min walk
  • Di Silvio Trattoria - 2 min walk
  • Taboo - 3 min walk
  • Sierpe - 4 min walk
  • Rebelion - 3 min walk

About this property

La Buleka Hostel

Hostel located in Cartagena Walled City
Near Cartagena de Indias Convention Center and Clock Tower, La Buleka Hostel provides free breakfast (local cuisine), a rooftop terrace and an art gallery on-site. In addition to a shopping centre on-site and a garden, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hostel include:
  • Coffee/tea in reception, a 24-hour front desk and barbecues
  • Smoke-free property, luggage storage and outdoor furniture
Room features
All guest rooms at La Buleka Hostel boast thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and safes.
Extra amenities include:
  • Showers and free toiletries
  • Plasma TVs with premium channels
  • Daily housekeeping and electrical adapters/chargers

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • Designer stores
  • Shopping centre

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Rooftop terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Plasma TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Electrical adapters
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 2:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from 3 April 2024 to 2 April 2026 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 12 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • You may be required to pay VAT (19%) at the property. Non-resident travellers 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 have included all charges provided to us by the property.

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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
If you are travelling with a child, your property may require you to present the following documents: parents travelling into Colombia with a child under 18 may be required to present the child's birth certificate and photo ID (passport for non-Colombian citizens) at check-in. If a relative or legal guardian is travelling into Colombia with the child, that relative or legal guardian may be required to present a notarised consent of travel signed by both parents and a copy of both parents' ID. If only one parent is travelling into Colombia with the child, that parent may be required to present a notarised 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.
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

La Buleka Hostel Cartagena
La Buleka Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
La Buleka Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Cartagena

Frequently asked questions

Is La Buleka Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at La Buleka Hostel?

La Buleka Hostel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at La Buleka Hostel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at La Buleka Hostel?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is La Buleka Hostel located?

Located in Cartagena Walled City, this hostel is within a 5-minute walk of Plaza de la Trinidad and Cartagena de Indias Convention Center. Santisima Trinidad Church and Ciudad Movil Cultural Center are also within 5 minutes.

La Buleka Hostel Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 9 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 9 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 9 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 9 reviews" "

6.8/10

Cleanliness

6.8/10

Staff & service

4.0/10

Amenities

5.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

JUAN LUIS

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pavlos

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

ruben emilio

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Cherlys

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

2/10 Terrible

Zachary

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Door could not lock to our room or properly close the door, and the sheets had some questionable stains on them.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

2/10 Terrible

Diana Eunice

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
It was really close to Plaza de la trinidad. Breakfast wasn't ready in the morning and I ended paying more than amount quoted by the hotel since they couldn't charge our credit card so we had to paid with US dollars and pesos
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

jesus

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

David

Travelled with partner
The loud cars outside. Even late in the evening with their horns.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023