2/10 Terrible
Manuel
15 Nov 2025
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Manuel
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Afronautica zulu hostel
2.0 star property
Morning coffee meets oceanfront adventure at this beach getaway where travelers can enjoy shoreline activities from sunrise to sunset
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Afronautica Zulu Hostel, right on the ocean, combines relaxation with beachside fun. Guests enjoy a complimentary English breakfast, then head to the coffee shop or beach club. The property offers WiFi in common areas and has a bar for evening unwinding.
Reviews
2.02.0 out of 10
Popular amenities
- Breakfast included
- Free Wi-Fi
- Restaurant
- Bar
Room options
Available filters for rooms
Showing 4 of 4 rooms
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Basic Double Room
Highlights
Detached private bathroom
Located on the top floor
- Beach view
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Double Bed
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Basic Shared Dormitory
Highlights
Detached private bathroom
Located on the top floor
- Sea view
- Sleeps 5
- 5 Single Beds
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Basic Double Room
Highlights
Detached private bathroom
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Queen Bed
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Basic Double Room
Highlights
Detached private bathroom
- Sea view
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Double Bed
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About the area
Located in Cartagena, Afronautica zulu hostel is on the beach. Caribbean Naval Museum and Colon Theater are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Rosario and San Bernando Corals Natural National Park and National Aviary of Colombia. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Nuevo Bosque Softball Stadium or November 11th Stadium. Visit our Cartagena travel guide
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Playa blanca isla de baru, Cartagena, Bolívar, 130017
What's nearby
Blanca Beach1 min walk - 0.0 km
National Aviary of Colombia13 min drive - 2.8 km- Rosario and San Bernando Corals Natural National Park1 min walk - 0.1 km
Getting around
- Cartagena (CTG-Rafael Núñez Intl.)100 min drive
Restaurants
- Bahía28 min drive
- Parador Baru21 min drive
- Eurasia26 min drive
- Il formo Restaurante26 min drive
- Banana Beach3 min drive
About this property
Afronautica zulu hostel
Hostel by the ocean
Free English breakfast, a coffee shop/cafe and a bar are just a few of the amenities provided at Afronautica zulu hostel. Free WiFi in public areas and a restaurant are available to all guests.
Additional perks include:
- A free beach club on-site, smoke-free property and beach umbrellas
More conveniences in all rooms include:
- Bathrooms with baths or showers and soap
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Property amenities
Internet
- Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
- No on-site parking available
Food and drink
- Free English breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM
- A bar/lounge
- A coffee shop/cafe
- A restaurant
- Hosted evening meal available daily for a fee of COP 200,000; reservation required
Things to do
- Free beach club
Conveniences
- Limited-hour front desk
Outdoors
- Beach umbrellas
- On the beach
Accessibility
- No lift
More
- Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- Bathtub or shower
- Detached private bathroom
- Soap
- Towels provided
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 15
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
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
- Hosted evening meal: COP 200000
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, debit cards and cash
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
Afronautica zulu hostel Cartagena
Afronautica zulu hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Frequently asked questions
Is Afronautica zulu hostel pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Afronautica zulu hostel?
Afronautica zulu hostel doesn't offer parking.
What time is check-in at Afronautica zulu hostel?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.
What time is check-out at Afronautica zulu hostel?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Afronautica zulu hostel located?
Nestled on the beach, this Cartagena hostel is just steps away from Rosario and San Bernando Corals Natural National Park and Blanca Beach. Isla Grande Beach and National Aviary of Colombia are also within 9 miles (15 km).
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