The Humpback Turtle

Bahia Solano · Colombia

The Humpback Turtle

HostelPunk Score
72% NOT TOO BAD
Medium confidence 53 reviews

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Facilities

🍳 Kitchen 👕 Laundry 💻 Coworking Space 🔥 BBQ 🌅 Outdoor Terrace 🌿 Garden 🍺 Bar ☕ Cafe 🍳 Breakfast
Other facilities (12)
Luggage Storage Restaurant Meals Available Tea & Coffee Making Facilities Filtered Water Dispenser Linen Included Security Lockers Common Room Social Balcony Free WiFi Wi-Fi Panoramic Views

Prices

Dorms $14 / night
Privates $37 / night

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Recent reviews

USA MALE 18-24 Apr 26, 2026 Atm 100%

Really enjoyed my stay here! Everyone is super friendly and the vibes are really chill. Reuben was also very helpful and was even helping me practice my Spanish!

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Germany MALE 25-30 Apr 19, 2026 Atm 100%

Ein wunderschöner Ort, um lange zu bleiben! Das Hostel wird extrem gut verwaltet, wozu Ruben und Patricia, aber auch alle, die anderweitig hier arbeiten beitragen. Es ist unglaublich sauber, es gibt sehr gutes Internet und insgesamt ist die Atmosphäre einfach toll. Wenn es mal kein Internet oder Strom gibt liegt das daran, dass es im ganzen Dorf ausfällt- nichts wofür das Hostel etwss kann! Vielen Dank für die gute Zeit und auf ein Wiedersehen:)

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Switzerland FEMALE 25-30 Apr 17, 2026 Atm 100%

really nice Hostel, directly in front of the beach, 20 minutes walk from the village. really nice atmosphere, nice people, social, well curated, lots of hammocks to chill in, volleyball net, the food was delicious and generous portions, all of the staff was really friendly (especially Ruben and Yenfa). would definitely recommend this place to anyone staying in el Valle. it is worth the walk!✨ only the kitchen could use some more and better equipment (like additional stoves and better knives.

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Ireland MALE 25-30 Apr 16, 2026 Atm 100%

we had an excellent time staying at the humpback turtle. The location is paradise, the beds are comfortable and the meals are delicious and available for a reasonable price. the staff there are incredibly friendly aswell. Rubin was a huge help and comfort for me when my bag was lost on the tuk tuk ride from the airport. he was very concerned about the whole situation and came with me in his own time to the police station and helped to translate for me and in the end I was able to get it back

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Germany FEMALE 18-24 Mar 11, 2026 Atm 100%

Very spacious, not cramped, but great to socialize as well, good rooms, good bar and food and great hosts!! Thank U Ruben🙏 Very Rastafari

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Germany FEMALE 25-30 Mar 9, 2026 Atm 100%

Ich fand das Hostel perfekt! Es liegt direkt am Strand, wo man abends auch oft noch zusammen sitzt, alles ist sehr sauber, die Betten haben Moskitonetze (obwohl es quasi keine Mücken gab während ich da war) und alle Mitarbeiter*innen sind super nett und zuvorkommend. Man kann im Hostel Touren buchen und die Küche ist gut ausgestattet. Es gibt aber auch immer sehr leckere Mahlzeiten, die man für einen fairen Preis dazubuchen kann. Besonders Ruben und Carlos waren super lieb und aufmerksam!

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Germany MALE 25-30 Mar 3, 2026 Atm 100%

Super Lage direkt am Strand, super nettes Personal, Gratis Frühstück und leckere Zusatzoptionen für Mittagessen und Abendessen, immer frischer Fisch und viele Aktivitäten möglich.

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Belgium MALE 18-24 Jan 20, 2026 Atm 100%

Lovely place, make a fire if you are there! Soo beautiful and lovely staff

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Colombia MALE Nov 28, 2025 Atm 100%

Excelente hostal, muy buena comida en el restaurante, muy bien ubicado, muy buen ambiente

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Sweden MALE 31-40 Oct 13, 2025 Atm 100%

Had an awesome time at Humpback Turtle Hostel! The vibe is pure backpacker magic — super social, chill hammocks, and the sound of the ocean just a few steps away. The location and view are unbeatable, right by the sea with sunsets that are next level. The staff were amazing at organizing all kinds of activities — from surf lessons to jungle hikes — and the food was surprisingly good for a hostel! Perfect spot to relax, meet people, and enjoy the coast. 🐢🌅🌊

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Australia FEMALE 18-24 Oct 12, 2025 Atm 60%

Beautiful hostel in an amazing location. El Valle is an incredible experience. The Hostel is so special, right on the beach. Patricia was the sweetest host. However some of the other staff members were quite rude, impatient and unhelpful. There a three meals a day, but the food is expensive and there’s only one small shop in town so be prepared for that. The kitchen is very basic. Beautiful to sleep in the jungle by the ocean but of course expects all the bugs and animal friends that come with...

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Netherlands FEMALE 25-30 Oct 5, 2025 Atm 60%

off grid hostel, nice for a few days. Area is not well equipped for non Spanish speaking people

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Belgium MALE 25-30 Sep 27, 2025 Atm 60%

c'etait bien

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Germany MALE 18-24 Sep 7, 2025 Atm 100%

Best Hostel in the World

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England ALLFEMALEGROUP 25-30 Aug 24, 2025 Atm 80%

Would give this hostel 10 stars for the location, price and daytime staff, however we did not anticipate this hostel turning into a trance rave every evening from 5pm to (some nights) 6am the next day. The free breakfast slaps and the meals and experiences are well worth your money. The staff who are not from Bahia Solano treat it a bit like their own private party as it’s only them staying up each night. If you’re put in the dorm by the kitchen ask to move. Otherwise Bahia Solano is paradis...

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France FEMALE 18-24 Aug 22, 2025 Atm 100%

Super Hostel, dans un cadre magique. La plage devant l'hostel est presque privative ce qui rend la baignade et l'expérience très agréable. Le service est de qualité et la nourriture est excellente !! Nous avons passé un excellent week-end !

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Belgium FEMALE 25-30 Jul 29, 2025 Atm 100%

Cet hostel est un havre de paix. On s'y sent très bien. Il est situé sur la plage, on peut y voir des baleines en sirotant son café ou sa bière. Les membres du staff sont adorables. L'ambiance est très chill, parfait pour déconnecter. Un grand merci au jardinier qui nous a aidé à faire un feu et à cuire les poissons que nous avions pêchés pendant la journée.

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Switzerland FEMALE 18-24 Jul 28, 2025 Atm 100%

Super auberge au bord de la plage. L’auberge est très mignonne et le personnel très sympa. Ambiance chill mais lieux Idéal pour rencontrer du monde. Le petit-déjeuner est très copieux et les repas sont bons

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England MALE 25-30 Jul 3, 2025 Atm 100%

Incredible hostel located right on Playa Almejal! Julian, Paula, Geraldine and the rest of staff were incredibly friendly and the hostel just had an incredible vibe! Would definitely come back.

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Italy MALE 31-40 Feb 17, 2025 Atm 100%

Great Hostel for relax and Adventure, directly on a wonderful beach next to a lovely village full of humanity and fun! Thanks a lot guys!

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