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Oresca Hostel

2.0 star property
Winery hostel with winery, connected to the convention center, near La Boquilla Beach

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Escape to Oresca Hostel, where the laid-back vibes of La Boquilla Beach meet vibrant Cartagena culture. Soak up the sun at one of 6 beach bars, tee off at the adjacent golf course, or unwind with a glass from the attached winery and enjoy continental breakfast.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Winery
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurant and 6 beach bars
  • Free airport shuttle
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Beach shuttle
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning

Feel at home (6)

  • Playground on site
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
The current price is $25
$25 total
May 17 - May 18

Room options

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Family Quadruple Room (Orquidea) | Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, individually decorated

Family Quadruple Room (Orquidea)

  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Large Twin Beds

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Premium Double Room (Esmeralda) | Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, individually decorated

Premium Double Room (Esmeralda)

  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Double Room (Cafe) | Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, individually decorated

Premium Double Room (Cafe)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Double Room (Oro) | Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, individually decorated

Standard Double Room (Oro)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Triple Room (Maria Mulata)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Large Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Comfort Double Room (Banana)

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Triple Room (Caña)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Signature Triple Room (Cacao)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Double Comfort Room (Inirida)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Cra 4 N°67-98, Barrio Crespo, Cartagena, Bolívar, 130002

What's nearby

  • Crespo Linear Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • San Francisco Church - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Marbella Beach - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • La Boquilla Beach - 5 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Las Americas International Convention Center - 7 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

  • Rafael Nunez Intl. Airport (CTG) - 1 min drive
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Juan Valdez Café - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Rancho Paisa - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪La Carbonería - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Cevicheria YIRETH - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Oresca Hostel

  • Located just 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from the airport, Oresca Hostel offers a free shuttle (available 24 hours). After visiting the 24-hour fitness center for a workout, you can grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe or unwind with a drink at one of the 6 beach bars. There's a winery and a bar/lounge, and in-room conveniences at this Victorian hostel include refrigerators and microwaves.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 10 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
    • Check-out time is noon
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Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Children

    • Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast
    • Parents must have child's birth certificate and photo ID*
    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices))
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Parking

    • Free uncovered onsite self parking
    • Free offsite parking within 16 ft
    • Street parking available
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Transfers

    • Free airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
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Offsite

    • Beach shuttle*
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast each morning 6:30 AM–9:00 AM
  • 6 beach bars
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Charcoal grills
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Traveling with children

  • Playground
  • Children's games
  • Children's books
  • Bed rails
  • Corner guards
  • Outlet covers

What to do

  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Beach nearby
  • Discount at nearby fitness center
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Working away

  • Coworking spaces

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Golf clubs on site
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • ATM/banking
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Television in common areas
  • Communal living room
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Adjacent to a golf course
  • Arcade/game room
  • Winery on site
  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Victorian architecture

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Closed captioned TV
  • Lowered electrical outlets in bathroom
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 39-inch Smart TV
  • Premium cable channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Turndown service
  • Premium bedding
  • Select Comfort mattress

What to enjoy

  • Deck or patio
  • Yard
  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Soap and shampoo
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi (speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices))
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Oven
  • Griddle
  • Cookware, dishes, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Blender
  • Kitchen island

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Restaurant dining guide

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. 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).

Optional extras

  • Beach shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Children & extra beds

  • 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.

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.

This property does not have elevators.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.

This property accepts mobile payments and cash.

Cashless transactions are available.

Property Registration Number 76184

Also known as

Oresca Hostel Cartagena

Oresca Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Oresca Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Cartagena

Frequently asked questions

Does Oresca Hostel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Oresca Hostel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Oresca Hostel?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Oresca Hostel?

Yes, there's free self parking.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Oresca Hostel?

Yes, a free airport shuttle is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Oresca Hostel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Is there an onsite casino at Oresca Hostel?

No, this hostel doesn't have a casino, but Rio Cartagena Casino (12-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Oresca Hostel and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as fishing. Additional recreation nearby includes casino gaming and ecotours. Enjoy amenities like 6 beach bars, a winery, and a 24-hour fitness center. Oresca Hostel also has an arcade and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Oresca Hostel?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

Does Oresca Hostel have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a deck or patio and a yard.

What's the area around Oresca Hostel like?

Oresca Hostel is in Marbella, a short 1-minute drive from Rafael Nunez Intl. Airport (CTG) and 6 minutes' walk from Crespo Linear Park.

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Reviews

Oresca Hostel Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2

Cleanliness

8.2

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The property offers a convenient and reliable airport shuttle service, with some staff even walking guests to the airport at early hours. (5 reviews)
  • Breakfasts were delicious and offered good value for the money. (3 reviews)
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Reviews

Verified

8/10 Very good

Clean, staff courteas, bed breakfast good, bathroom small, water shower tepid.
Patrice, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Delicious breakfast and food value for money
Andrea, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Staff was very friendly and inviting. The room and bathroom was very clean.
Scott, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Excellent breakfast
Ellen, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Everything was great! Really appreciate that the owners walked me to the airport at 3:45 am. Thank you!!
Carina, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Very clean and friendly
MD, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Did not have a chance to try breakfast, as I left very early. Rooms are basic and clean. AC was weak in our room and took time to cool room. No AC in common areas. The staff was OK, not particularly friendly. Not mean or uncaring, just OK. You have to call them if you need to go out so they open the electric lock. I got the sense they felt I was bothering them every time I had to go outside or come in. The "gym" area is a joke, and so is the rundown hammock area in the back. Would I stay again? Maybe. I was out the hotel and inside the airport in under 5 minutes walking. If you're absolutely worried about missing your flight, this is the place to stay. The area seems safe, there are places to eat around the corner.
Richard, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

accommodations were clean and simple. two block walk to the airport through a safe area. only problem was we were locked inside the property gates when we tried to leavefor 6:00 a.m. flight
Dagmar, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Air conditioning working properly, lukewarm shower which is ok for me, Netflix in our room, comfortable mattress, good breakfast. Everything is close to the hotel (less than 10 minutes walk): plenty for restaurants, coffee shops and bakeries, groceries, beach, airport. Despite the hotel next to airport, I didn’t hear any noise from the planes flying. The only thing that I would like in my hotel room is a blanket to sleep and a few hangers in my closet.
Annie, 7-night trip
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8/10 Very good

The hosts were nice and the room was clean and the breakfasts were delicious. My only complaints were the owner’s barking dogs (and I am a dog lover) but they were right outside my room barking for some time at night. Also, the swinging doors to the kitchen (which was next to my room) were very loud anytime anyone went in or out. But for the price, it was good value for the money.
Andrea, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

A small mixup upon arrival doing to Expedia not having their new address. I walked to the old one. It took a bit but Ricardo and Mari were very gracious and kind. They are excellent hosts and their staff for breakfast was very kind and polite. It is a simple room but for the price it was very good. I would recommend. Walking distance from the airport! Thank you for a short but very nice stay.
Dennis, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great! For our flight to Cartagena, my husband and I decided to stay at Oresca Hostel because it was close to the airport. We liked the place so much, we booked it again when it was time to leave Cartagena. It was then that we met the young owner of Oresca, Ricardo G. Stand, who just happens to be a wonderful young man. The following morning, long before anyone else was awake, Ricardo was there with take-away breakfasts in hand. While my husband and I demanded to carry our own backpacks, Ricardo walked us to the airport, just a 10 minute stroll away. On another note: Don’t worry about being too close to the airport. During our time there we saw and heard very few planes.
Ellen, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

My friend stayed for this trip and loved the hotel.
Juan, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

OK
Kari, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

great hotel
Gang, 5-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Amazing place for solo travellers/backpackers! Very cozy hostel with amazing staff! Very friendly, kind and polite staff! I felt at home with them around. Very close to the airport! 3mins walk from airport to hostel. There is NO shuttle bus as the hostel is very close to the airport, what they offer is a guide/helper to get you from the airport to the hostel. Can be misleading. A/C in bedroom which is SO needed in Cartagena! There is not mini fridge if you ever wanna keep your drinks cold. Good luck with that! Breakfast is 10/10! Amazing service! They serve you at the table! It's not like the American/Canadian breakfast services where you serve yourself like a buffet. Pretty much like a restaurant, they offer you a menu and you choose. Juice/coffee/hot chocolate included, there's an entrée then your main course! Really great! Worth it for the price! Would definitely book again if I ever go back. Almost 50 mins walk to the center! Next to beaches! Really satisfied! Only downside, is that you need someone to open the door from a distance, every time you wanna leave/come back to the hostel. Which can be inconvenient for some. Overall, easily a 8/10 for the price! Don't expect luxury or modernity! It's a hostel!
Xanath Ester, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Convenient for one night and close to the airport.
Clara, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great rooms, clean and good hosts
William, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excelente
Freddy Josué, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Every one there is very nice, my husband and I had a great time together.
Sahaira Lee, 7-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great stay

Awesome and fairly priced hotel with 1st class hospitality. Thank you Ricardo!
Brett, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

The place was clean. The staff was nice. Breakfast was not provided.
Alex, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

I loved my stay. Everyone was pleasant and very helpful. I would stay again.
Sasha, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Is a beautiful ace. So convenient for one night and close to the airport.
Clara, 1-night trip
Verified

2/10 Poor

Rooms are uncomfortable
Susel Sanchez, 3-night trip