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Life is Good Cartagena Hostel

3.0 star property
Travelers soak up sunshine and ocean panoramas from private spaces at Life is Good Cartagena Hostel, with massage services and beaches nearby.

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Life is Good Cartagena Hostel offers a colorful tropical vibe that guests love. Friendly staff enhance the experience as visitors relax in the spa tub, enjoy treatments at the onsite spa, or take in spectacular views from the rooftop terrace.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services
  • Bar

Room options

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Family Suite | Down duvets, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Netflix
Daily housekeeping
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

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Classic Shared Dormitory, Multiple Beds, Ensuite | Down duvets, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Classic Shared Dormitory, Multiple Beds, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Netflix
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds

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Standard Double Room | Down duvets, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Netflix
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Studio Suite | Down duvets, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Studio Suite

Highlights

Smart TV
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Netflix
Daily housekeeping
Desk
Laptop workspace
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Located near the beach, Life is Good Cartagena Hostel is in Cartagena Walled City, a neighbourhood in Cartagena. Clock Tower and Colon Theater are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Caribbean Naval Museum and Cartagena Botanical Garden "Guillermo Piñeres". Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Estadio De Softbol De Chiquinquira or Nuevo Bosque Softball Stadium. Discover the area's water adventures with windsurfing, boat tours and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails.
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Calle Larga, 9A-05, Getsemaní, Cartagena, 130001

What's nearby

  • Cartagena de Indias Convention Center - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Clock Tower - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • San Pedro Claver Church and Convent - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Bolivar Square - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Walls of Cartagena - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Cartagena (CTG-Rafael Núñez Intl.) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taboo - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪San Nicolás - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Di Silvio Trattoria - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Terraza Municipal - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Juan Valdez Centro de Convenciones - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Life is Good Cartagena Hostel

Hostal near Cartagena de Indias Convention Center
Clock Tower is located near Life is Good Cartagena Hostel, which provides a rooftop terrace, a garden and laundry facilities. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. In addition to a bar and a restaurant, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hostal include:
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), airport drop-off service (surcharge) and tour/ticket information
  • A vending machine, a 24-hour front desk and a front desk safe
  • Coworking spaces, concierge services and luggage storage
Room features
All guest rooms at Life is Good Cartagena Hostel have amenities, such as free WiFi, safes and room service.
Extra amenities include:
  • 52-inch Smart TVs with Netflix and streaming services

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • No on-site 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 and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

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

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.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

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 travellers who present a valid passport and tourist visa showing that they are not a resident of Colombia and who pay using a foreign card or via a bank transfer from outside Colombia. This exemption only applies 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: from 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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Property Registration Number 203439

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.

Property is also known as

Life is Good Hostel
Life is Good Cartagena
Life is Good Cartagena Hostel Hostal
Life is Good Cartagena Hostel Cartagena
Life is Good Cartagena Hostel Hostal Cartagena

Frequently asked questions

Is Life is Good Cartagena Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Life is Good Cartagena Hostel?

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?

Checkout 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 hostal is within a 5-minute walk of Plaza de la Trinidad and Cartagena de Indias Convention Center. Clock Tower and Bocagrande Beach are also within 1 mile (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. 68 out of 87 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 87 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 87 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 87 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 87 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

HIROAKI

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
Pasta@restaurant
Restaurant
Restaurant
Breakfast (FREE)
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joel

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

10/10 Excellent

Cody

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

10/10 Excellent

Dain

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

10/10 Excellent

Anisio

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

10/10 Excellent

MARIA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay! Friendly staff and convenient location.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

jessica

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff and wonderful breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

dennis

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

8/10 Good

Eduardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

10/10 Excellent

gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

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

10/10 Excellent

Terrance

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

10/10 Excellent

LESLY RUBÍ

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

10/10 Excellent

Nathaniel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

10/10 Excellent

Aluminios Sajima

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excelente
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mathieu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent séjour
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mario

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Definitivamente este lugar es la mejor opción. El elemento diferenciador es el trato tan amable, pero las habitaciones, la terraza, los desayunos, la ubicación (cerca de restaurantes muy muy buenos) hacen que sea un hospedaje distinto! Totalmente recomendado!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

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

Tout simplement parfait!

Je n’ai que du positif à dire sur cet hostel! Le personnel est incroyable. Ils sont tous attentionnés et font tout pour rendre votre séjour agréable. J’ai participé au cours de cuisine, ne passez pas à côté! Quelle belle expérience! C’était une belle soirée et on a préparé des recettes que je pourrai refaire à la maison pour me rappeler ma visite à Cartagena. Les dortoirs sont propres, bien aménagés, les lits sont très confortables. L’hostel est bien situé et toute la vieille ville et Getsemani sont accessibles à pied à partir de là. Le déjeuner inclus était différent chaque jour et tellement bon! Vraiment j’ai tout aimé. Je le recommande sans hésitation!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Priscila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Muito bonita, organizada.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Grabiel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Me encanto los deayuno, la atencion
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing service and hospitality
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jimena

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

El mejor servicio que he recibido en mi vida

Definitivamente el mejor servicio que he recibido en mi vida, de inicio a fin me hicieron sentir en casa y como si fuera un cliente VIP. En cuanto llegas al hotel te reciben con muchísimo gusto, te preguntan cómo te fue en tu viaje y si necesitas algo, te ofrecen de tomar café, agua, leche o té en incluso unos pastelitos deliciosos y nada de esto tiene costo, puedes consumirlos las veces que quiera durante las 24 hrs del día. Te entregan un mapa de la ciudad donde te explican y sugieren que hacer, te acompañan a tu habitación y se aseguran de que todo este correcto, cualquier pregunta o necesidad que tengas te la solucionarán de forma inmediata y con todo el gusto. La comida y bebidas deliciosas, el hotel hermoso y las habitaciones sumamente limpias y cómodas. Ubicación perfecta ya que caminando llegas a todos los lugares de interés. Por mucho el mejor lugar en el que me he hospedado, de verdad fue una muy grata experiencia! Gracias Pao, Edith, José y el resto del equipo!! :)
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I absolutely loved this hostel. Beds are comfy, privacy screen and adjustable AC. Staff are so nice and helpful, any time of the day. The breakfast was delicious, fresh and varied daily. The Italian food cooked at dinner was really good too. They have a really nice rooftop and everyone hostel was so nice, met some amazing people.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Michael

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

Super nice place and great staff.

Super nice people at this place. Can't say enough about that. Comfortable with made-to-order breakfast. We wished our room had a window, but you can't have everything!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020