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Guest house · Cartagena · Bolivar

Capitel Hostel

A straightforward, well-rated hostel in the heart of Cartagena, steps from the Naval Museum and within easy reach of the Modern Art Museum.

  • 6-minute walk to Museo de Arte Moderno
  • Air conditioning in all rooms
  • Shared kitchen and terrace on site
7.8 Very good 360 reviews Booking.com 7.8 · 360 reviews

About

Capitel Hostel

Capitel Hostel sits a 550-metre walk from Museo Naval del Caribe, putting you in the middle of Cartagena's historic core. The Modern Art Museum is just six minutes away on foot, and a range of restaurants and cafés are within easy strolling distance.

Rooms are simple and functional, with air conditioning and shared bathrooms. Guests share a kitchen and a terrace, and a business centre is available for those who need to work. The hostel operates with 24-hour security.

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • No pets allowed
  • 24-hour security
  • Air conditioning
  • Terrace

In brief

What works, what to weigh

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Strengths

3 reasons to book
  • Great location for museums — A 550-metre walk to the Naval Museum and six minutes to the Modern Art Museum puts cultural sights on your doorstep.
  • Comfortable and well-equipped rooms — Rooms score 8.1 for comfort, with air conditioning and flat-screen TVs.
  • Strong service and staff — Service and staff both rate 8.1, indicating dependable, friendly assistance.
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Worth weighing

3 to weigh
  • No private bathrooms — Most rooms are shared-bathroom setups, which may not suit everyone.
  • Limited on-site dining — Dining scores a modest 7.8, and there is no restaurant on site — you'll rely on the shared kitchen or nearby eateries.
  • Check-in window ends at 23:00 — If you arrive late at night, you need to make arrangements ahead of time.

01 — Rooms

Rooms & rates

High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.

Shared Bathroom Triple Room

  • Sleeping arrangements for 3 persons

Shared Bathroom Double Room

  • 1 Double bed

Shared Bathroom Quadruple Room

  • Sleeping arrangements for 4 persons

Quadruple Room

  • Sleeping arrangements for 4 persons

02 — Amenities

Services & amenities

Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.

General

  • Wi-Fi
  • Air conditioning
  • No smoking on site
  • 24-hour security

Food & Drink

  • Shared kitchen
  • Terrace

Business & Media

  • Business centre
  • Flat-screen TV

03 — Reviews

What guests say

Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.

7.8
Very good 360 reviews

Guest-rated 7.8/10 from 360 reviews

Booking.com · 7.8 · 360 reviews

04 — Location

Getting around Cartagena

The property sits in Cartagena.

Museo Naval del Caribe: A 550-metre walk from the hostel, this museum covers Colombia's naval history.

Museo de Arte Moderno: Just six minutes on foot, featuring contemporary art exhibitions.

1020 Calle 25, Cartagena, Bolivar, 130001, Colombia

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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 07:00-12:00
Cancellation
Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
Payment
Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
Pets
Not allowed
Property
11 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 between 07:00 and 12:00.

Are pets allowed at Capitel Hostel?

No, pets are not allowed on the property.

Is there air conditioning in the rooms?

Yes, air conditioning is listed among the hostel's amenities.

Is there a shared kitchen available?

Yes, the hostel has a shared kitchen, plus a terrace and business centre.

Is smoking allowed on site?

No, the hotel operates as a no-smoking property.

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The bottom line

A solid, no-frills hostel in central Cartagena, best for travellers who prioritise location and value over private facilities.

7.8Central pick for culture-focused travellers

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