Bona Vida Hostel
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About this property
Comfortable Accommodations: Bona Vida Hostel in Ríohacha offers family rooms with private bathrooms, air-conditioning, and garden or pool views. Each room includes a work desk, TV, and free WiFi. Exceptional Facilities: Guests enjoy a sun terrace, garden, restaurant, and a year-round outdoor swimming pool. Additional amenities include a lounge, games room, and outdoor seating areas. Convenient Location: Located 1.9 mi from Riohacha Airport and a 3-minute walk to Playa de Riohacha, the hostel provides easy access to local attractions. Guest Services: The property offers a 24-hour front desk, shared kitchen, and free WiFi. Services include a tour desk, bike hire, and luggage storage.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular amenities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Parking
- Free Wifi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Alanah
Canada
“Only stayed here a night on our way to do a tour of the desert. They let me leave my big bag in their baggage storage room which was so helpful. The rooftop hangout area was really nice.” - Carlos
Colombia
“The facilities were quite clean. The bathrooms remained clean every hour just like the whole hostel. The included breakfast was quite complete and the location is 2 blocks from the sea which is great.” - Penfold
United Kingdom
“Honestly no complaints about this hostel it was clean, spacious, had bathrooms with seats, soap and shampoo in, the pool is nice, good AC at night, staff were friendly, stored luggage for no extra cost, price is great including breakfast” - Claudia
Italy
“The staff was very nice. Central location, 5 min walk from the beach. They also helped us to organize the tour in Guajira” - Shemushi
United States
“The breakfast, the shared areas, hammock in the room.” - Evelyne
Switzerland
“it’s really nice and good people there bur the ac doesn’t work properly so it’s eather cold or really hot” - Mary
United States
“The staff is awesome. I'm terrible with names, but the evening bartender/manager is so welcoming, with her big smile and positive energy. (And also a great voice - wea!aaa had an impromptu sing along night with my nephew on guitar.) The property:...” - Leona
United States
“Amazing staff, esp Jan the receptionist guy. Wonderful facilities. Amazing breakfast. Private dorm beds. Great location. Highly recommend!” - Catalina
Colombia
“la piscina es genial, el bar es súper lindo y la chica del bar prepara unos excelentes cocktails” - Katharina
Germany
“We stayed at the end of June 2025 in Bona Vida Hostel. The rooms are exactly as shown in the picture and the bed was comfy with sufficient plugs next to the bed. The location is great - close to the beach and most cafes and restaurants in town....”
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House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 10 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
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Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.




The fine print
Please inform Bona Vida Hostel of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
License number: 52619