[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # El Zoo Hostel & Pool Travelers find a tropical retreat with an outdoor pool and restaurant serving local flavors, while multilingual staff stand ready to assist with any needs. ![Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37670000/37664000/37663969/37c1e866.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37670000/37664000/37663969/7cb3560a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Comfort Tent, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37670000/37664000/37663969/f131a3f8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Sundeck](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37670000/37664000/37663969/949d449a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37670000/37664000/37663969/077f2a45.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies El Zoo Hostel & Pool offers a vibrant atmosphere with a breakfast buffet each morning. Guests can lounge by the pool or in the garden. Multilingual staff ensure a smooth stay, free WiFi keeps everyone connected, and the bar and restaurant provide a perfect place to unwind. 8.0 Very good ## Popular amenities ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct. 9 - Oct. 10](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-09&endDate=2025-10-10&selected=37663969&PinnedHotelID=37663969&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-09&endDate=2025-10-10&selected=37663969&PinnedHotelID=37663969&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct. 10 - Oct. 11](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-11&selected=37663969&PinnedHotelID=37663969&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-11&selected=37663969&PinnedHotelID=37663969&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct. 10 - Oct. 12](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=37663969&PinnedHotelID=37663969&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=37663969&PinnedHotelID=37663969&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct. 17 - Oct. 19](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=37663969&PinnedHotelID=37663969&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=37663969&PinnedHotelID=37663969&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 3+ beds Showing 6 of 6 rooms ![Comfort Tent, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37670000/37664000/37663969/f131a3f8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Comfort Tent, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View ### Highlights Fan Daily housekeeping - 205 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Shared Bathroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37670000/37664000/37663969/0b5676ab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Shared Bathroom ### Highlights Fan Daily housekeeping - 183 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37670000/37664000/37663969/57bc2076.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Comfort Shared Dormitory, Multiple Beds, Garden View (8 pax) ### Highlights Fan Daily housekeeping - 215 sq ft - Sleeps 16 - 8 Twin Bunk Beds ![Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37670000/37664000/37663969/57bc2076.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Comfort Shared Dormitory, Multiple Beds, Shared Bathroom (6 pax) ### Highlights Fan Daily housekeeping - 194 sq ft - Sleeps 12 - 6 Twin Bunk Beds ![Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37670000/37664000/37663969/57bc2076.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Comfort Shared Dormitory, Multiple Beds, Shared Bathroom (4 pax) ### Highlights Fan Daily housekeeping - 172 sq ft - Sleeps 8 - 4 Twin Bunk Beds ### Superior Double Room ### Highlights Separate sitting area Individually decorated Fan Private bathroom Daily housekeeping - 291 sq ft - Mountain view - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FSanta-Marta-Hotels-El-Zoo-Hostel-Pool.h37663969.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FSanta-Marta-Hotels-El-Zoo-Hostel-Pool.h37663969.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C11.24942%2C-73.55949&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=nNG5E3NOM3qfeerqAU0r4qErAOQ=) Calle 5#4-41, Dibulla, Magdalena #### What's nearby - Palomino Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km - Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta National Park - 2 min drive - 1.4 km - Mingueo Church - 22 min drive - 24.8 km - Buritaca Beach - 29 min drive - 31.5 km - Parque Isla Salamanca - 37 min drive - 43.1 km #### Restaurants - ‪Juntos - ‬3 min walk - ‪JUntosito - ‬4 min walk - ‪Grosso - Empanadas Argentinas - ‬3 min walk - ‪La Frontera - ‬4 min walk - ‪ALMA Cocina de Autor - ‬8 min walk ## About this property ### El Zoo Hostel & Pool Property highlights You can look forward to a free breakfast buffet, a garden, and laundry facilities at El Zoo Hostel & Pool. Free WiFi in public areas is available to all guests, along with a bar and a restaurant. Other perks include: - An outdoor pool - Free self parking - Airport drop-off service (surcharge), a water dispenser, and luggage storage - Multilingual staff More conveniences in all rooms include: - Fans and daily housekeeping ## Similar properties ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104180000/104179200/104179193/64218382.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Palomino Sunrise Dibulla - Pool - Breakfast included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 9.0 Wonderful 7 reviews CA $92 CA $92 total Oct 14 - Oct 15 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-14&endDate=2025-10-15&selected=104179193&PinnedHotelID=104179193&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Deluxe Double Room, 1 Double Bed | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45510000/45506500/45506474/4741a478.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### La Rivera Playa Palomino Dibulla - Pool - Breakfast included - Pet-friendly - Parking included 7.4 Good 9 reviews CA $58 CA $58 total Oct 14 - Oct 15 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-14&endDate=2025-10-15&selected=45506474&PinnedHotelID=45506474&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Design Bungalow, 1 Queen Bed, Patio, Garden Area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/26000000/25750000/25749800/25749776/c220ed3b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Casa del Pavo Real Boutique Hotel Dibulla - Pool - Spa - Parking included - Free WiFi 9.4 Exceptional 23 reviews CA $71 CA $71 total Oct 12 - Oct 13 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-12&endDate=2025-10-13&selected=25749776&PinnedHotelID=25749776&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - 24-hour airport drop-off shuttle on request for a surcharge - Free self parking on site - Wheelchair-accessible parking available ### Food and drink - Free buffet breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to noon - A bar/lounge - A restaurant ### Things to do - Outdoor pool ### Family friendly - Laundry facilities - Outdoor pool ### Conveniences - Laundry facilities - Limited-hour front desk - Luggage storage - Shared refrigerator - Water dispenser ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) - Multilingual staff ### Outdoors - Garden ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Wheelchair-accessible parking ### More - Designated smoking areas ## Room amenities ### Bathroom - Shower - Towels provided ### More - Fan - Window screens ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM Early check-in subject to availability Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Late check-out subject to availability Late check-out fee: 30 percent of room rate ### 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 The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Property payment types ## 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 VAT (19%) at the property. Nonresident travelers who pay using a foreign card or bank transfer and present a valid passport and tourist visa may be exempt from value-added tax (19%) on tourist package bookings (accommodation plus other travel service). We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Airport shuttle fee: COP 160000 per vehicle - Late check-out fee: 30 percent of room rate (subject to availability) 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 and cash ### We should mention 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. Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM ### Property is also known as El Zoo Hostel & Pool Dibulla El Zoo Hostel & Pool Hostel/Backpacker accommodation El Zoo Hostel & Pool Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Dibulla ## Frequently asked questions ### Does El Zoo Hostel & Pool have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 7:00 AM–11:00 PM. ### Is El Zoo Hostel & Pool pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at El Zoo Hostel & Pool? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at El Zoo Hostel & Pool? > Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours. ### Does El Zoo Hostel & Pool 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 160000 per vehicle applies. ### Where is El Zoo Hostel & Pool located? > Situated near the beach, this hostel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Palomino Beach, Río Palomino, and Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta National Park. Mingueo Church and Koralia Beach are also within 20 mi (32 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## El Zoo Hostel & Pool Reviews 8.0 ### Very good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 3 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 8.6/10 Cleanliness ### 8.6/10 Staff & service ### 8.0/10 Amenities ### 8.6/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 8/10 Good #### RODRIGO ALONSO Mar 15, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### RODRIGO ALONSO Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Laura Jan 23, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Es un muy buen sitio para pasarla rico, con amigos, parejas, no recomendable en familia o depende del plana ##### Laura Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller Oct 29, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities ##### Verified traveller Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2020 ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller Jan 6, 2020 ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Didier Yesid Oct 15, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Un lugar genial, cómodo y con buen presupuesto Lugar acogedor, personal amable, servicial, buenas instalaciones, cerca a la Playa (10 Min), cerca a restaurantes, tiendas, a servicios para contratar de caminatas, paseo en neumático por el Río Palomino y otras actividades a realizar. ##### Didier Yesid Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019 ## 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