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Life is Good Cartagena Hostel

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Located close to Cartagena de Indias Convention Center and Clock Tower, Life is Good Cartagena Hostel provides a rooftop terrace, a garden, and laundry facilities. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a bar and a restaurant.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Bar

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Room options

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A bedroom with a bunk bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

Family Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

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A dormitory room with bunk beds, a red floor, a door, and a sign on the wall.

Classic Shared Dormitory, Multiple Beds, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, wooden beams on the ceiling, a painting on the wall, and bedside lamps.

Standard Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A bedroom with a large bed, wooden ceiling beams, a desk with a chair, and artwork on the walls.

Family Studio Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Located near the beach, Life is Good Cartagena Hostel is in Cartagena Walled City, a neighborhood in Cartagena. Clock Tower and Walls of Cartagena are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Bocagrande Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Estadio De Softbol De Chiquinquira, or consider a night out at Plaza de Toros. Windsurfing, boat tours, and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Cartagena travel guide
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Calle Larga, 9A-05, Getsemaní, Cartagena, 130001

What's nearby

  • A large, modern building with a reflective pool in front.
    Cartagena de Indias Convention Center
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A historic stone bridge with arches, a clock tower, and a clear blue sky.
    Clock Tower
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • A historic stone tower with a dome, overlooking a coastal cityscape with a bridge and a clear blue sky.
    Walls of Cartagena
    11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Plaza de la Trinidad
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Bolivar Square
    9 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Rafael Nunez Intl. Airport (CTG)
    8 min drive

Restaurants

  • Di Silvio Trattoria
    2 min walk
  • Taboo
    2 min walk
  • La Casa de Socorro
    1 min walk
  • Cervecería Cartagena Bar
    1 min walk
  • Terraza Municipal
    4 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • 24-hour airport drop-off shuttle on request for a surcharge

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: COP 5,000 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Hot tub

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Coworking space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Built in 2017
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 52-inch smart TV
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Room service

More

  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for COP 100000.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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 cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately COP 5000 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: COP 60000 per vehicle (maximum occupancy 4)
  • Rollaway bed fee: COP 100000.0 per day

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Property Registration Number 203439

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.

Frequently asked questions

Is Life is Good Cartagena Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Life is Good Cartagena Hostel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Life is Good Cartagena Hostel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Does Life is Good Cartagena Hostel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a shuttle from the hotel to the airport that runs on request. A fee of COP 60000 per vehicle applies.

Where is Life is Good Cartagena 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. Clock Tower and Walls of Cartagena are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Reviews

Life is Good Cartagena Hostel Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 77 out of 98 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 98 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 98 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 98 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 98 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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The entire staff / Team was amazing very helpful friendly made the stay a ease love it will recommend and come back
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Private room was great. Courtyard looking window but room was great, staff excellent, loved the location.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Superlative Plus. Walled Old Town, El Castillo de San Felipe, and Beach within walking distance. Knowledgeable and Personable Staff. Cooking Class was great fun. Revitalizing Fruit Juices available throughout Day. Restaurant. Quiet and Safe. Five Day Stay for Senior Solo Traveler.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Small but clean room and very quaint. Staff were all super friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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My stay here was fantastic. The staff members were so hospitable, kind, helpful and friendly in every moment, and also gave great recommendations. I particularly enjoyed the cooking class and the restaurant. Don’t hesitate to stay here!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like that this place, unlike other hotels actually has a kitchen where they cook authentic breakfast, lunch and dinner. The hotel also has a cooking class on rooftop. This location was very convenient
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was impressed with the Colombian friendliness and hospitality. Life is Good is at a great location, spotless clean, great breakfast, and has the best staff that I ever encountered in a Hostel. I highly recommend this place to anyone.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is incredibly friendly and supportive. The location is nice, you are in 2min in the middle of Getsemaní and in 10min in the city centre. Everything was clean and fully functioning. The breakfast is lovely!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Strongly recommended place to stay!

All staff members were very very kind and wonderful :-) I enjoyed this place a lot and I appreciate all services that were provided. Room was great as well. Restaurant was nice. Breakfast is FREE. Also FREE coffee, water, and tea for 24 hours. WOW! I'll definitely come back here! Thank you so much for your hospitality :-) Your hero
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Restaurant
Restaurant
Breakfast (FREE)
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was apprehensive about staying in a hostel for a week, but this one had excellent reviews. I definitely see why, and for other apprehensive folks, I’d Life is Good feels more like a boutique hotel than a hostel. Here’s a summary of my stay: I stayed in a very adorable private room. The staff was OUTSTANDING!!!! The chefs are exceptional. Some of my best meals were at this little “hostel.” Their cooking class was phenomenal and lots of fun. Oh and did I mention the fantastic location in Getsemani? I absolutely loved my stay at Life is Good. My only, and very minor, critique/feedback is that it would be nice if the Jacuzzi had evening hours. After a long and HOT day of sight seeing, hopping in the unheated jacuzzi during the evening would have been really nice. Thanks for a fantastic stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our time at the hostel was amazing. From the moment we arrived the staff was welcoming and helpful. In particular, Edith, was kind, personable, and ensured we were taken care of. Such a wonderful experience staying at the hostel. It felt comfortable and was conveniently located. Walkable to the clock tower, all the action of Getsemaní, and an employee even told us about an outdoor workout area over the yellow bridge. Highly recommend :)
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great place to stay!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place and staff. The location is amazing, and the cooking classes were so much fun.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was great everyone was so nice . Food was also great .
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Very friendly staff and wonderful breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent stay! Friendly staff and convenient location.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Great, friendly staff members! The rooms were tidy and there wasn't anything they didn't have concerning toiletries. The hot tub is cool, and that is needed for the hot, sticky weather.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness
For the price it was more than can be expected
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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Good place really close to all the action. It's on a main street so really convinient to transportation, restaurants and main places from Cartagena. The place is really calmed and staff is friendly, although they could have more information on what to do. Overall clean and with good amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

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Absolutely fantastic place. Comfortable room, friendly helpful staff, great location, good food, great towels. Close to everything. Walking distance to everything. Rooftop hangout is lovely. Secure 24 hour access. Highly recommend!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location on a street with several bars and restaurants. Room was comfortable. Breakfast was simple and tasty. Only negative is related to the hot tubs on the rooftop deck—the water is cold and they close at 7pm. They should be open later.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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This group is so amazing 👏... I was so sad leaving... They made me feel right at home... Can't wait to come back here... Thank You all... Your friend T.... 😉
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
No me gustó la habitación que me asignaron (arriba de la cocina). El check out es muy temprano. El desayuno está bueno, pero muy poco variado
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
La atención es buena, te dejan guardar el equipaje despues de tu checkout
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
No tengo ningún comentario negativo. Todo super limpio, ordenado y la cama cómoda. Desayuno rico. Trato super amable por parte de todo el personal. El aire acondicionado super bien. El baño me gustó bastante. El Jacuzzi super a gusto. Está mega cerca del Barrio de Getsemaní (a dos minutos caminando). Sin duda, si vuelvo, sería ahí, me faltó la experiencia de la cocina con la Cheff. De ahí todo excelente 🇲🇽
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025