Medellin has a superfluity of hostels. It is said that you can’t walk for more than five minutes without spotting one. This is good news for travelers because they are assured of a wide range of options to choose from, with varying price ranges. But, on the flip side, it is also a challenge. With so many choices, knowing which one to go for may be a challenge and, if you are not careful, you might spend your money on an uncomfortable night. To avoid such a situation, read below to find our recommendations of the best hostels in Medellin, Colombia.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 08, 2024.
1. Joseph El Paisa (from USD 6)
Joseph El Paisa is a simple adult-only accommodation boasting of a bar, a garden, a shared lounge, a shared kitchen, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. The rooms are nothing out of the ordinary, but they are clean, spacious and comfortable. Spending your night in this hostel will put you in proximity to San Ignacio’s Square, and Our Lady of Candelaria Cathedral, while the Olaya Herrera Airport will be only 6km away from the hostel. If you admire proximity to park and public transport, then this will be a great choice for you.
JEP Hostel
Address: 5033 Carrera 43 Centro Histórico
2.32 km (1.5 mi) from Pueblito Paisa
2. Medellin Backpacker Hostel (from USD 10)
Medellin is known to be very popular with backpackers and, if you are one of them, you should check out this hostel because it was designed for travelers just like you. The hostel has a 24-hour front desk and it also offers airport transfers for interested guests. Breakfast isn’t served, though there is a shared kitchen where guests can prepare their breakfast and any other light meals.
For guests who want to tour the area, the San Pedro Cemetery Museum and Explora Park are both within walking distance, Lleras Park is 3.6 km (2.2 miles) away, while El Poblado Park and Pueblito Paisa are 9 km (5.6 miles) and 6 km (3.7 miles) away respectively.
Medellin Backpacker Hostel
Address: Carrea 51B - 6912
3.85 km (2.4 mi) from Pueblito Paisa
3. Hostal Rich (from USD 19)
A garden, a terrace with beautiful city views and proximity to 70 Avenue are some of the nice things you will enjoy when spending your nights at the Hostal Rich. The facility also boasts a shared lounge, shared kitchen and free Wi-Fi throughout the property. The family rooms offered are spacious, clean and well maintained. No breakfast is offered, but guests are free to fix quick meals in the shared kitchen.
Popular attractions around the hostel include the Plaza de Toros La Macarena, Estadio Atanasio Girardot and Laureles Park. For those catching flights, Olaya Herrera Airport is only 7 km (4.3 miles) away from the hostel.
Hostal Rich
Address: carrera 68a #46a - 15
1.87 km (1.2 mi) from Pueblito Paisa
4. Casa Natura (from USD 13)
Affordable rates, great value for money, especially for long stays
Well-equipped kitchen, clean bathrooms, spacious communal areas, rooftop terrace, laundry service available
Conveniently located near metro station, supermarkets, restaurants, and in a safe and quiet neighborhood
Close proximity to a variety of dining options, access to a fully equipped kitchen, and nearby supermarkets
Casa Natura offers accommodation in comfortable, well-maintained rooms with seating area, flat-screen TV, and free Wi-Fi. The hostel has a sun terrace where guests can enjoy the beautiful views of the city. Casa Natura doesn’t offer free breakfast to guests, however, there is a shared kitchen that guests can use to fix breakfast and other light meals during their stay. For guests interested in exploring around, El Poblado Park is only 5km away, while Pueblito Paisa is just 2km from the property. The nearest airport is Olaya Herrera Airport, about a 20-minute drive from the hostel.
Selvática Alojamiento Eco
Address: Carrera 67B # 48 A 06 Piso 3
2.06 km (1.3 mi) from Pueblito Paisa
5. Hostel Medellin Salsa (from USD 12)
The Hostel Medellin Salsa is located about 6 km (3.7 miles) from Pueblito Paisa, 3.9 km (2.9 miles) from 70 Avenue and about 7 km (4.3 miles) from El Poblado Park. Accommodation is offered in a room with a terrace, seating area and a shared bathroom. Guests can also enjoy free Wi-Fi access, as well as a 24-hour front desk. Though breakfast is not served, there is a shared kitchen where guests can always fix quick meals, including breakfast. Notable attractions around the area include San Pedro’s Cemetery Museum, Explora Park and Medellin’s University City.
Hotel San Vicente
Address: Carrera 51 C no 67 27
3.58 km (2.3 mi) from Pueblito Paisa
6. Raiz Hostel
Raiz Hostel offers guests express check-in and check-out and rooms that feature a flat-screen TV, a wardrobe and an oven. There is a shared lounge, a garden, a shared kitchen and free Wi-Fi throughout the property and a continental breakfast is served to guests every morning. Some of the notable nearby attractions include Pueblito Paisa and El Poblado Park, both at 5 km (3 miles) away, while the nearest airport is the Olaya Herrera Airport, at 6 km (3.7 miles) away.
Raíz Hostel
Address: Calle 46 # 38-23
2.23 km (1.4 mi) from Pueblito Paisa
7. Lucia – Central
At Lucia - Central, guests will have non-smoking family rooms with terraces, wardrobes, spacious seating areas, a garden, shared lounge and free Wi-Fi throughout the property. A hot American breakfast is served every morning, although guests are also free to fix their breakfast in the shared kitchen. Booking this hostel also allows easy access to Medellin’s Boston Park, the Metropolitan Basilica Cathedral of Medellin and San Ignacio’s Square, for guests who would love to tour the area.
Lucia - Central
Address: Calle 54 #36-48
2.94 km (1.9 mi) from Pueblito Paisa
8. Palm Tree Hostel
The Palm Tree Hostel has a garden, a shared lounge, a bar, a terrace and free Wi-Fi for guests’ convenience. The accommodation features family rooms with each room having a spacious seating area, a desk, chair and access to a patio. No breakfast is served, though there is a shared kitchen for guests to prepare quick meals, including breakfast. Some of the notable attractions you will find nearby include Cisneros Square, the Public Library of Medellin, the Plaza de Toros La Macarena and Pueblito Paisa.
Palm Tree Hostel
Address: Carrera 67 # 48d 63
2.19 km (1.4 mi) from Pueblito Paisa
9. Medallo Social Hostal
Non-smoking rooms, a shared lounge, Wi-Fi, a garden and room service are some of the nice things you will get when you spend your nights at Medallo Social Hostal. All rooms have spacious seating areas, microwaves and flat-screen TVs. Guests are served either an American or continental breakfast, though there is a shared kitchen to allow guests to fix quicks meals if they wish to do so.
For those who would love to explore the area, some of the notable attractions include the Metropolitan Basilica Cathedral of Medellin, Medellin Boston’s Park and Bolivar’s Park. The Olaya Herrera Airport is the nearest airport, at around 7 km (4.3 miles) away from the hostel.
Medallo Social Hostal OPEN!
Address: Carrera 39 #58-21, Barrio Boston
3.03 km (1.9 mi) from Pueblito Paisa
10. El Descanso Donde Sara (from USD 16)
El Descanso Donde Sara boasts a spacious shared lounge, terrace, shared kitchen and Wi-Fi throughout the facility. The rooms are neatly designed, with options for both family rooms and dorm-style rooms. In addition to the shared lounge, there is also a simple fitness center for guests to keep fit during their stay.
The hotel’s location allows for easy access to public transport, as well as a myriad of attractions in the area – the notable ones being El Poblado Park and Pueblito Paisa, which are less than 4 km (2.5 miles) away from the property. The Plaza de Toros La Macarena, where guests can find restaurants and shops, is only 3.3 km (2 miles) away.
El Descanso Donde Sara
Address: Carrrera 44 No. 37-47 Piso 2
1.18 km (0.8 mi) from Pueblito Paisa
Enjoy comfortable and affordable accommodation in Medellin, Colombia
A trip to Colombia should be a memorable one, given the interesting attractions and the beautiful scenery it has to offer. If you are visiting Medellin, be sure to not ruin your comfort by choosing a lousy hostel. Hopefully, our list of the best hostels in Medellin will give you the variety you need to make a great choice.
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