Ladrilleros
Colombia · Price calendar
Dorm beds in Ladrilleros, Colombia range from $17 to $21/night over the next 3 months. HostelHound tracks 2 properties. Cheapest upcoming dates: Aug 13, Aug 16, Aug 17.
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Hostel prices in Ladrilleros, Colombia
A typical dorm night in Ladrilleros runs about $17.
At $17/night and up, Ladrilleros is one of the pricier hostel destinations in Colombia.
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Local knowledge for Ladrilleros
Where to stay
Ladrilleros is a tiny fishing settlement on the Pacific coast, sharing the bay with the neighboring village of Juanchaco. The two are so close that mototaxis shuttle between them, and most budget beds sit along the main road or near the waterfront where the surf breaks and tour boats depart. Staying here rather than in Buenaventura puts you directly on the water, but the settlement is small enough that everything is within a short walk.
Getting around
- Fast boats (lanchas) to Ladrilleros and Juanchaco depart from the Muelle Turistico in Buenaventura, roughly an hour away. If weather turns bad, boats stop running and you can be stranded, so do not book a tight onward connection or arrive with only enough cash for one night.
- Humpback whales migrate to the bay of Malaga from mid-July through September to calve. Boat tours leave frequently from Juanchaco and last around thirty minutes, offering a chance to see them without a full-day excursion.
- Bring enough cash for your entire stay. The settlements are remote, ATMs are scarce or nonexistent, and the local economy runs on small transactions for food, mototaxis, and boat tours that rarely accept cards.
When to go
Hostels are cheapest during the heavy rainy months outside of the whale season, particularly in the first half of the year. Rates climb and beds fill from July through September when humpback whales arrive in the bay, drawing surfers and wildlife watchers to the area.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a hostel in Ladrilleros cost per night?
Dorm beds in Ladrilleros currently range from $17 to $21/night based on the next 3 months of availability.
When are the cheapest dates to book a hostel in Ladrilleros?
Based on current data, the cheapest upcoming dates for hostels in Ladrilleros are August 13, August 16, August 17.
How many hostels does HostelHound track in Ladrilleros?
HostelHound currently tracks 2 hostels in Ladrilleros, Colombia.
Is Ladrilleros affordable compared to other hostel cities in Colombia?
Ladrilleros is one of the pricier hostel destinations in Colombia, with dorm prices starting from $17/night.
Where do backpackers stay in Ladrilleros?
Ladrilleros is a tiny fishing settlement on the Pacific coast, sharing the bay with the neighboring village of Juanchaco. The two are so close that mototaxis shuttle between them, and most budget beds sit along the main road or near the waterfront where the surf breaks and tour boats depart. Staying here rather than in Buenaventura puts you directly on the water, but the settlement is small enough that everything is within a short walk.
What is the best time of year to visit Ladrilleros?
Hostels are cheapest during the heavy rainy months outside of the whale season, particularly in the first half of the year. Rates climb and beds fill from July through September when humpback whales arrive in the bay, drawing surfers and wildlife watchers to the area.