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How much do hostels in Guatapé cost?

Available dorm-bed prices in Guatapé, Colombia range from $9 to $28/night over the next 3 months. HostelHound compares 11 hostels. Cheaper dates to stay include Oct 7, Oct 8, Oct 11.

On a typical date, the cheapest available dorm bed is around $12.

Based on current listings, October dorm beds typically start around $9/night.

At $9/night and up, Guatapé is one of the pricier hostel destinations in Colombia.

How these prices work: Hostelworld listings, based on one night and the selected dorm-bed type. “Typical starting price” is the median of daily minimum prices across 4 contributing properties—not the typical hostel’s price. Amounts are converted to USD; verify availability and final taxes and fees on Hostelworld. Filters can narrow the advertised results below, but this summary remains citywide. Latest city scrape: 2026-10-06T22:55:50.544Z.

Cheaper dates to stay

The lower-priced dates currently available include October 7 (one night),October 8 (one night),October 11 (one night). Cheaper stay dates show when lower prices are available. They do not say how far ahead to book.

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Local knowledge for Guatapé

Where to stay

Most budget hostels cluster within a block or two of Parque Principal, which puts you a short walk from both the malecón on the reservoir and the road out to El Peñol. The streets between the square and the waterfront are the practical sweet spot: close to food, boats, and the last bus back to Medellín.

Getting around

  • Climb El Peñol on a weekday morning. Ticket lines are short before 10am, and the 740-step ascent takes about 20 minutes. Weekend crowds can mean 45-minute waits just to buy a ticket.
  • Buses to and from Medellín's Terminal del Norte run regularly and cost around 15,000-18,000 COP each way. Private transfers from Uber or tour agencies charge 5-10x that for the same 2-hour ride.
  • If you want a boat tour on the reservoir, negotiate directly with the operators at the malecón docks rather than booking through your hostel. Walk-up prices for shared tours are routinely 20-30% lower.

When to go

Hostels are cheapest and easiest to book on weekdays in May, June, and October. They fill up fast and rates jump during Semana Santa (March or April), the December-January holiday stretch, and any Colombian puente weekend throughout the year.

Frequently asked questions

How much do hostels in Guatapé cost?

On a typical date, the cheapest available dorm bed is around $12. Dorm beds currently range from $9 to $28/night across the next 3 months of availability.

What are cheaper dates to stay in Guatapé?

Based on current listed prices, cheaper upcoming dates to stay in Guatapé include October 7, October 8, October 11.

How many hostels does HostelHound track in Guatapé?

HostelHound currently tracks 11 hostels in Guatapé, Colombia.

How much do hostels in Guatapé cost in October?

Based on current listings, October dorm beds typically start around $9/night.

Is Guatapé affordable compared to other hostel cities in Colombia?

Guatapé is one of the pricier hostel destinations in Colombia, with dorm prices starting from $9/night.

Where do backpackers stay in Guatapé?

Most budget hostels cluster within a block or two of Parque Principal, which puts you a short walk from both the malecón on the reservoir and the road out to El Peñol. The streets between the square and the waterfront are the practical sweet spot: close to food, boats, and the last bus back to Medellín.

What is the best time of year to visit Guatapé?

Hostels are cheapest and easiest to book on weekdays in May, June, and October. They fill up fast and rates jump during Semana Santa (March or April), the December-January holiday stretch, and any Colombian puente weekend throughout the year.