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How much do hostels in Pereira cost?

Available dorm-bed prices in Pereira, Colombia range from $11 to $21/night over the next 3 months. HostelHound compares 12 hostels.

On a typical date, the cheapest available dorm bed is around $11.

Over the next 30 days, dorm beds in Pereira start at $11/night. Pereira 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 Pereira

Where to stay

Most budget hostels cluster in the city center around Parque de los Pioneros and the surrounding blocks, keeping you within walking distance of the main bus terminal, the pedestrian zone, and the bulk of the cheap eats. Staying here avoids the need for taxis to reach the main attractions or catch intercity buses, which depart from the Terminal de Transporte just a short walk away.

Getting around

  • Use the Megabus system for getting around the city. It is a dedicated bus rapid transit network with exclusive lanes and enclosed stations, making it faster and cleaner than the regular bus network. You need a Megatarjeta to ride, which you can buy at any station.
  • Pereira is the main gateway to the Coffee Cultural Landscape. Buses to Salento, the gateway to the Cocora Valley, run frequently from the main terminal and are significantly cheaper than booking a tour through a hostel. You can also easily reach Armenia and Manizales for day trips.
  • The city is a university town with a vibrant nightlife, particularly around the central parks and avenues. While generally safe, standard precautions apply in the center after dark, and it is wise to avoid poorly lit side streets when walking alone late at night.

When to go

Hostels are cheapest during the rainy months of April-May and October-November, when fewer tourists visit the coffee region. Prices rise during the dry season (December-March and June-August) when weather is best for hiking the Cocora Valley, and during Colombian school holidays in June-July and December-January.

Frequently asked questions

How much do hostels in Pereira cost?

On a typical date, the cheapest available dorm bed is around $11. Dorm beds currently range from $11 to $21/night across the next 3 months of availability.

How many hostels does HostelHound track in Pereira?

HostelHound currently tracks 12 hostels in Pereira, Colombia.

Is Pereira affordable compared to other hostel cities in Colombia?

Over the next 30 days, dorm beds in Pereira start at $11/night. Pereira 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 Pereira?

Most budget hostels cluster in the city center around Parque de los Pioneros and the surrounding blocks, keeping you within walking distance of the main bus terminal, the pedestrian zone, and the bulk of the cheap eats. Staying here avoids the need for taxis to reach the main attractions or catch intercity buses, which depart from the Terminal de Transporte just a short walk away.

What is the best time of year to visit Pereira?

Hostels are cheapest during the rainy months of April-May and October-November, when fewer tourists visit the coffee region. Prices rise during the dry season (December-March and June-August) when weather is best for hiking the Cocora Valley, and during Colombian school holidays in June-July and December-January.