Monguí
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How much do hostels in Monguí cost?
Available dorm-bed prices in Monguí, Colombia range from $14 to $18/night over the next 75 days. HostelHound compares 3 hostels.
On a typical date, the cheapest available dorm bed is around $14.
Over the next 30 days, dorm beds in Monguí start at $14/night. Monguí is one of the pricier hostel destinations in Colombia; 12 of 12 other tracked cities with current prices have lower starting prices.
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Local knowledge for Monguí
Where to stay
Monguí is tiny and walkable, with budget beds clustering around the main plaza and the colonial Basilica. A few hostels sit slightly outside town along the Sogamoso road, closer to the Calicanto bridge, which puts you nearer to the trailheads for the Ocetá Páramo but requires a short walk or mototaxi back to the center for dinner.
Getting around
- Buses run frequently from Sogamoso, which is the main gateway for this part of Boyacá. Sogamoso itself is easily reached from Bogotá via Portal Norte or Tunja, making Monguí a straightforward day trip or overnight stop on the way to the páramo.
- The Ocetá Páramo is the main draw, and full-day hikes start from town. The weather at altitude changes fast, so bring layers and rain gear even if it is sunny in the village. The frailejones and high-altitude lakes are worth the effort.
- Cash is essential. ATMs in Monguí are scarce or non-existent, and the small local shops and tour operators for the páramo hikes typically do not accept cards. Withdraw enough pesos in Sogamoso before heading up.
When to go
Rates are lowest during the rainy months of April-May and October-November, when trails can be muddy and visibility in the páramo is poor. The dry season from December through March is the busiest and most expensive, especially around Semana Santa and the December-January holiday break, when domestic tourists flock to the high Andes.
Frequently asked questions
How much do hostels in Monguí cost?
On a typical date, the cheapest available dorm bed is around $14. Dorm beds currently range from $14 to $18/night across the next 75 days of availability.
How many hostels does HostelHound track in Monguí?
HostelHound currently tracks 3 hostels in Monguí, Colombia.
Is Monguí affordable compared to other hostel cities in Colombia?
Over the next 30 days, dorm beds in Monguí start at $14/night. Monguí is one of the pricier hostel destinations in Colombia; 12 of 12 other tracked cities with current prices have lower starting prices.
Where do backpackers stay in Monguí?
Monguí is tiny and walkable, with budget beds clustering around the main plaza and the colonial Basilica. A few hostels sit slightly outside town along the Sogamoso road, closer to the Calicanto bridge, which puts you nearer to the trailheads for the Ocetá Páramo but requires a short walk or mototaxi back to the center for dinner.
What is the best time of year to visit Monguí?
Rates are lowest during the rainy months of April-May and October-November, when trails can be muddy and visibility in the páramo is poor. The dry season from December through March is the busiest and most expensive, especially around Semana Santa and the December-January holiday break, when domestic tourists flock to the high Andes.