Quebrada Valencia Waterfall - 25 min drive - 28.6 km
Buritaca Beach - 39 min drive - 26.4 km
Costeño Beach - 52 min drive - 37.1 km
Getting around
Airport drop-off service
Restaurants
Paluna - 13 min walk
Casa Cocette - 1 min walk
Veggie - 1 min walk
Juntos - 3 min walk
Pizzería La Frontera - 4 min walk
About this property
El Zoo Hostel & Pool
When visiting Palomino, El Zoo Hostel & Pool is a great choice to consider. You can splash around at the outdoor pool, grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge.
Languages
English, Portuguese, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
11 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
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
Late check-out subject to availability
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions
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
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
Parents must have child's birth certificate and photo ID*
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Transfers
Airport drop-off on request(available 24 hours a day)*
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free buffet breakfast each morning 8:00 AM–noon
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Shared fridge
Water dispenser
What to do
Beach nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Facilities
Garden
An outdoor pool
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Room amenities
Home comfort
Fan
Window screens
Freshen up
Shower only
Towels
More
Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
You may be required to pay VAT (19%) at the property. Non-resident travellers 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).
Optional extras
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of COP 160000 per vehicle
Late checkout can be arranged for an extra charge of 30 per cent of room rate (subject to availability)
Children & extra beds
If you are travelling with a child, your property may require you to present the following documents: parents travelling into Colombia with a child under 18 may be required to present the child's birth certificate and photo ID (passport for non-Colombian citizens) at check-in. If a relative or legal guardian is travelling into Colombia with the child, that relative or legal guardian may be required to present a notarised consent of travel signed by both parents and a copy of both parents' ID. If only one parent is travelling into Colombia with the child, that parent may be required to present a notarised 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, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM
Policies
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
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 offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, El Zoo Hostel & Pool does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at El Zoo Hostel & Pool?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM.
Are pets allowed at El Zoo Hostel & Pool?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at El Zoo Hostel & Pool?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by El Zoo Hostel & Pool?
Yes, a shuttle from the hotel to the airport is available. The charge is COP 160000 per vehicle.
What is there to do at El Zoo Hostel & Pool and nearby?
El Zoo Hostel & Pool has an outdoor pool and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near El Zoo Hostel & Pool?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.
What's the area around El Zoo Hostel & Pool like?
El Zoo Hostel & Pool is a short 10-minute walk from Palomino Beach and 20 minutes' walk from Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta National Park.
El Zoo Hostel & Pool Reviews
Reviews
8.0
Very good
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8.6/10
Cleanliness
8.6/10
Staff & service
8.0/10
Amenities
8.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
8/10 Very good
15 March 2021
RODRIGO ALONSO
RODRIGO ALONSO, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
23 January 2021
Es un muy buen sitio para pasarla rico, con amigos, parejas, no recomendable en familia o depende del plana
Laura
Laura, 3-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
29 October 2020
Verified traveller
6-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
6 January 2020
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
15 October 2019
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.