La Playita hostel

SINCE 2016

..an island spot just off the Caribbean coast of Colombia. It has an ocean front bar and spacious, modern rooms with a local feel to them perfect for Island life. Situated close to the port, but feels secluded. Coconut palms and trees shade the yard, and a garden out back provides us with tropical produce.

Guests can relax in hammocks, take a dip in the ocean out front, or simply take in the amazing panoramic sea view. Fishermen bring fresh caught seafood in daily right next to the bar, and the kitchen serves it up. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner is served.

We have a variety of adventurous land- and water-activities like exploring the island by mountain bike, surf, stand-up paddling, snorkeling, diving and much more!

Tiki Hut

With ocean view

$ Various prices

Double bed and a sink

2 or 3 people
4 huts with 2 different sizes, 2 that can change to 3 people if needed. They all come with a sink to freshen up. These pretty beach huts give you the comfort of a private room, with a touch of nature! Includes: bed linen, towels, a fan, locker and local style breakfast.

* prices are seasonal

Normal	$130.000 COP p.n.
Extra bed	$165.000 COP p.n.

Big tiki hut

A total of 4 people

$ Various prices

Double bed and a bunkbed

Max 4 people
El Pulpo is are our biggest Tiki hut. It contains a double bed & a bunk bed. This pretty beach hut houses a group of 4! Includes: bed linen, towels, a fan, locker and local style breakfast.

* prices are seasonal

2 people	$130.000 COP p.n.
3 people	$165.000 COP p.n.
4 people	$200.000 COP p.n.

Queen bed

A private room

$160.000 COP

Queen bed & en-suite bathroom

Max 2 people
El Perezoso (the sloth) is our biggest private room with a Queen-size bed and en-suite bathroom. Fans of the sloth will comfortable in this room 😉 It’s located on the corner of the house and has the best view: an ocean view! Includes: bed linen, towels, a fan, locker and local style breakfast.

* prices are seasonal

$160.000 COP p.n.

Double bed

A private room

$150.000 COP

Private with double bed & bathroom

Max 2 people
2 rooms with a double-size bed and an en-suite bathroom. You can sleep here with a buddy or partner and have all the privacy you need! Includes: bed linen, towels, a fan, locker and local style breakfast.

* prices are seasonal

Big	$150.000 COP p.n.
Small	$100.000 COP p.n.

Single bed

Private room with single bed

$90.000 COP

Single bed with bathroom

Max 1 person

Includes: bed linen, towels, a fan, locker and local style breakfast.

* prices are seasonal

$90.000 COP p.n.

Food

El Pez Leon

Restaurant

International with a local touch. Our restaurant is famous on the island (and far beyond), we have incredible pizza nights, BBQ’s, local and international dishes. Daily caught -just of the hook- fresh fish, seafood, meat and even have a wide selection of vegetarian options! *Note Guest can’t use the kitchen nor the fridge

* Subject to availability and price changes

Drinks

Cocktails

Coco Loco	16.000 COP
Pina Colada	18.000 COP
Cuba Libre	14.000 COP
Beach bailey’s	20.000 COP
Strong islands	20.000 COP
Margarita	18.000 COP
Shot	8.000 COP

Pirate Donkey bar

Ocean view

Our “Pirate Donkey bar” is the place where things are happening! During the day we’ll serve you smoothies and cocktails whilst you chill on the sundeck, right next to the ocean. Or lay down on the green grass surrounded by Palm trees and birds. Nights can be chilled, watching the stars or be as wild as you want it. Well have seasonal events with Live music and DJ’s, please follow our social media to keep up-to-date with our plans. We have a Don’t bring your own booze policy.

* Subject to availability and price changes

How to get here

choose here step by step how to Get to La Playita

Cartagena

Monteria

Cartagena by bus Cartagena by bus

1. Centro to BUS STATION

TRAVEL TIME: 45 min

COST: $20.000 PESOS

Take a taxi to the local bus station Terminal de Transportes (TTC)

2. Bus station to LORICA

TRAVEL TIME: 4 OR 5 HOURS

COST: $35.000 PESOS

BUS TICKETS: HERE
BEST BUS LINE: BRASILIA

3. Lorica to PASO NUEVO

TRAVEL TIME: 45MIN

TAXI: $40.000 PESOS
MOTO: $15.000 PESOS
COLECTIVO: $10.000 PESOS

4. Paso Nuevo to LA PLAYITA

TRAVEL TIME: 20 MIN

COST: $20.000 PESOS

Ask us for more information

Other Route

Cartagena by minivan Cartagena by minivan

1. Minivan to LORICA

TRAVEL TIME: 5 HOURS

COST: $45.000 PESOS

BOOK HERE: TRANSPORTES GONZALEZ

2. Lorica to PASO NUEVO

TRAVEL TIME: 45MIN

TAXI: $40.000 PESOS
MOTO: $15.000 PESOS 
COLECTIVO: $10.000 PESOS

3. Paso Nuevo to LA PLAYITA

TRAVEL TIME: 20 MIN

COST: $20.000 PESOS

Ask us for more information

Other Routes

From MONTERIA From MONTERIA

Find your way to MONTERIA bus

EITHER BY PLANE OR BUS

FLIGHTS: VIVAAIR, AVIANCA, LATAM

BUS TICKETS: HERE
BEST BUS LINE: BRASILIA

Step 1: Monteria to LORICA

TRAVEL TIME: 1HOUR

COST: $10.000 PESOS

BUS TICKETS: SOTRACOR

2. Lorica to PASO NUEVO

TRAVEL TIME: 45MIN

TAXI: $40.000 PESOS
MOTO: $15.000 PESOS 
COLECTIVO: $10.000 PESOS

3. Paso Nuevo to LA PLAYITA

TRAVEL TIME:20 MIN

COST: $20.000 PESOS

Ask us for more information

Via Cartagena

Casa en el agua

Day trip

$ Various prices

Escape to a slow rhythm island right next door!

We now offer day trips between Casa en el Agua hostel and La Playita with our 19 passenger fast boat. Take advantage of this super easy and fun connection before the crowds find out about our lonely islands.

$ Various prices

Diving

16 square meters of coral reef

$ Various prices

Unique dive-site

Isla Fuerte is known amongst Colombian divers as the #1 place to dive in Colombia. The Bushnell reef located 45 minutes of the Island is a reef 3km2 with loads of dive-sites.
We offer mini courses and dives around the island and bushnell reef. For price enquire and availability please send us an e-mail.

$ Various prices

Subwing

How about flying under water

$50,000 COP

Subwing

How about flying under water – Equipped with special wings that allow you to swoop around underwater like an agile dolphin. Grab on to the wings which are towed by a speedboat in front of you and get ready to experience the crystal clear sea from a completely new perspective, just like the tropical fish you’re sure to see gliding around next to you.

$50.000 COP 20 minutes

SUP - Board

A Hawaiian workout

$35.000 COP

Stand-up paddle board

A Hawaiian workout – The Casa is a great spot for an afternoon of SUP, glide peacefully across the sea while working your abs, legs, butt & arms, improving your core stability AND building that tan!

$35.000 COP

Snorkel tour

1 hour tour

$ 35.000 COP

Snorkeling

Easily one of the most popular activities on the island the snorkeling here is amazing! The island is surrounded by corals and colorful fish, while diving with a tank is were things get really interesting snorkeling here is super relaxing and offers up some amazing sights. You can simply jump off the beach at explore the rocks or hire a boat and captain and head out to Punta Ingles (our famous reef and surfing spot).

If you would love to leave your mark and plants some corals in our coral garden out front of La Playita be sure to ask and check out our reef planting program with procoreef!

$35.000 COP 1hr

Walking tour

Discover the true island life

$12.000 COP

Discover the true island life

On this daily tour you’ll discover how people get through daily life on the Island. The caribbean island life is still very untouched by the modern life. See the great variety of birds and nature. Visit two of the biggest and most impressive tree’s on the island. Discover that the walking tree -really- walks and try and find one of many sloths on the Island.

$12.000 COP

Caribbean's surf secret

Season: November to april
Level: Intermediate to advanced reef break
Board rental: $ 50.000 Pesos
Lessons: ask for prices

Isla Fuerte until recently has been one of Colombias best kept surfing secrets, but thanks to us and some keen Colombian die hards the wave is becoming increasingly more popular, so we have to be mindful of our impacts on the environment whilst maintaining a safe and fun surf culture. Punta ingles on the island north is home to one of Colombia’s only real barreling point breaks hence the name “Colpipe” Colombian pipeline. You don’t have to be Kelly slater or even a semi pro surfer but colopipe is a shallow reef break and depending on the day can be critical for beginners. If you are unsure in your ability to surf safely please ask about our 1on1 surf courses (subject to conditions and availability).

Because of the location and the dangers involved not only for us surfers but the super delicate reef itself there are a few things to consider.

Please check your sunscreen for harsh reef damaging chemicals such as oxybenzone and octinoxate they are toxic and do not belong in the water. We sell Head Hunter sunscreen and zink at the hostel that is strong and safe to use.

It is not necessary to wear reef booties so plz do not as it just encourages you to put your feet down and stomp over live corals that take years to grow back.

We have very little medical facilities on the island, for that reason we cannot rent boards or equipment unless u are accompanied by a boat and captian recommended by us the whole time your in the water with our gear.

It is prohibited to touch, take or kill corals, undersized fish or conch shells of any kind if you see someone doing so please kindly return the creatures to the ocean and remind the person we are simply visitors

The waves are a gift from the ocean to us, everyone deserves a fair go and it is more fun and
rewarding to share these experiences so please apart of the normal surf rules try to keep a friendly
good vibe in the water so everyone gets a chance to stoke out at Isla Fuerte and share epic waves
they probably didn’t know existed in Colombia!

Film festival

For and with local islanders

January 2020

Film festival

Since 2015 the International Film Festival event shows off at Isla Fuerte.
Characterized for being not only a film show, but also for having a continuous creation and artistic exploration work for the local people of the island. Additionally, the festival becomes an opportunity for residents and visitors to come together, share and reflect on their environment, culture and identity, weaving relationships of mutual respect to diversity, the preservation of natural resources, sustainable tourism and territory.

La Playita Music Festival

Electronic/tropical music

Date will follow

La Playita Music Festival

A 4 day 3 night electronic/tropical music festival with lots of international and Colombian artists.

For more info check our webpage and keep an eye on our social media sites!

Semana Santa

Easter week

6 till 13 April 2020

Easter week

‘Semana Santa’ is one of the busiest weeks of the year with literally hundreds of Colombians heading to the small island, with that in mind if its peace and quiet you’re looking for maybe its not the right time to visit 😉 the island transforms from a quite of the track relaxed vibe into a party person’s dream!

Isla Fuerte

Found in 1700

a small coral island

..in the Caribbean Sea of the northern coast. It is part of the chain of Islands formed by the Rosario Islands, the Archipelago of San Bernardo and Tortuguilla. The Island has an area of 3.25 km2 and elevation of 12 meter.

The island has a population of around 2000, mostly of African descent. The island is encircled by coral reefs and scattered rocks where fish and other ocean creatures gather. Isla Fuerte has trees spread throughout with royal palms, mangos, and a giant ancient Walking Tree. The island has over 80 species of birds, which can be found in and around the mangroves.

Repellent

Sometimes we even have mosquitos in paradise, so be prepared for these annoying biting creatures and bring some repellent.

Sunscreen

Please check your sunscreen for reef damaging. Chemicals as oxybenzone and octinoxate are toxic. We sell Head Hunter sunscreen and zink at the hostel that is strong and safe to use.

Alcohol

Sorry guys, bringing your own alcohol is not permitted. Therefore we have our bar with fresh cocktails, beers etc.

LIMITED WIFI

We encourage you to spend a few days screen free – to enjoy the view, live in the moment, read a good book, cool down with a few cervezas and work on your social skills.

Children are welcome

We love kids and there is plenty to do for them around the hostel. Let us now in advance.

NATURAL PARK

…smack bang in the middle of glorious mother nature. We ask that you, as our guest, help us maintain our little slice of paradise with recycling, saving water etc.

Cash is king

As you may understand, the local fisherman don’t have bank accounts.. So please bring enough Pesos Colombianos and we can pay them for the delicious fresh caught seafood on your plate.

Free drinking water

Drinking water is available for everyone! So please save your money and our precious nature, and do not bring plastic water bottles

Repelente

Algunas veces temenos mosquitos en el Paraiso así que esten preparados para estas molestas criaturas que pican y traigan algún repelente.

Bloqueador

Trae bastante del mas alto SPF, queremos decir mucho! (mas aceite para broncear de 60’s) algo para después del sol o aloe también es recomendable.

Alcohol

Lo sentimos chicos, traer tu propio licor no es permitido. Por lo cual tenemos nuestro “Bar en el Agua” con cocteles refrescantes, cerveza, etc.

No internet

Te animamos a pasar unos días sin una pantalla al frente tuyo – Disfruta la vista, vive el momento, lee un buen libro, refréscate con unas cervezas o trabaja en tus habilidades sociales.

No <18 anos

Amamos los niños, ya que tenemos muchos niños locales alrededor en las islas mas cercanas. La Casa solo no es un lugar seguro para ellos.

parque national

Justo en medio de la gloriosa madre naturaleza. Te pedimos que, como nuestro huésped nos ayudes a mantener nuestro pequeño pedazo de paraíso reciclando, ahorrando agua etc.

duchas con balde

Nuestra preciosa agua de Lluvia es limitada, solo nos duchamos en la noche. Como los viejos tiempos (un sentimiento de Robinson Crusoe) 1 balde por persona. Solo una coca de agua y arrojala sobre ti, Fácil!

energia solar

Tratamos de funcionar lo màs que podamos con energía solar en la casa y nuestros horas de vatios son precia- das. Por favor carga todos tus cosas antes de venir y se conciente con la energía como nosotros.

caca y pis

Eco significa Compostaje, por lo tanto tenemos baños secos (letrinas). Orinar por el agujero #1- tragado por el gran mar Azul. Haz del cuerpo en el agujero #2 y “basea” con una coca de asesinos. Recogejos esta en la Isla Tintipan.

solo efectivo

Como podrán entender, los pescadores no tienen cuenta bancaria. Entonces por favor traer suficiente Pesos y así nosotros podemos pagarles seria por el fresca comida de mar que esta en tu plato.

ropa calidad

A pesar de que generalmente es Caliente durante el día, en las noches puede hacer frío. Por lo tanto te recomendamos traer algo calido junto a tu tanga brasilera y apretados speedos.

equipaje

 Nuestra Casa no es la mansion mas grande en el mundo entonces el espacio es limitado. Te recomendamos que dejes tu Pesaa Louis V. o Tu Mochila en tierra firme y solo trae un máximo de 8 Kilos.

Contact

Any questions? Please call or email us.

laplayitahostel@gmail.com

+57 314 8207 869

Thanks for the AWESOME pics!
David Giraldo

We welcome you to our family!

With 4 fantastic hostels spread out over whole Colombia we are always looking for awesome new staff members and volunteers.

Arepa	15.000 COP
Potatoes in skin	12.000 COP
Sandwich chicken	14.000 COP
Sandwich Ham	12.000 COP
Shrimp cocktail	22.000 COP
Fried plantain shrimp	22.000 COP
Omelette	15.000 COP
Spanish meatballs	18.000 COP

Napolitana	18.000 COP
Fugazetta	18.000 COP
Hawaiana	20.000 COP
Chicken BBQ	20.000 COP
Shrimp	30.000 COP
Chicken & Spinach	22.000 COP

Bolognese	17.000 COP
shrimp	30.000 COP
Vegetarian	16.000 COP

Chicken curry	28.000 COP
beef chimichuri	22.000 COP
Salted beef	22.000 COP

Lobster 1/2 kilo	40.000 COP
Lobster 1 kilo	60.000 COP
Carapacho 1/2 kilo	20.000 COP
Carapacho 1 kilo	35.000 COP
Battered fish	25.000 COP
Island style fish	27.000 COP
Snapper	30.000 COP
Shrimp rice	26.000 COP

1/2 Aguardiente	45.000 COP
1/2 Rum	45.000 COP
Red wine	50.000 COP
White wine	50.000 COP

Aguila	4.000 COP
Club Colombia	5.000 COP
Costenita	3.000 COP
Corona	8.000 COP
Micheladas	+2.000 COP

Coca cola	4.000 COP
Postobon	4.000 COP
Soda	4.000 COP
Natural juice	8.000 COP
Limonada de coco	8.000 COP

Fruit salad	10.000 COP
Pringles	4.000 COP

Tiki Hut

Test 1

Double bed and a sink

Big tiki hut

Test 2

Double bed and a bunkbed

Queen bed

Test 3

Queen bed & en-suite bathroom

Double bed

Private with double bed & bathroom

Single bed

Single bed with bathroom

Small plates

ceviche’s

Pizza’s

Hambuger

Pasta

Meat

From the sea

Vegetarian

Todas las mañanas..

Cocktails

Bottles

Beer

Non alcohol

Snacks

Con un bar..

Cartagena by bus Cartagena by bus

1. Centro to BUS STATION

1. Centro to BUS STATION

2. Bus station to LORICA

2. Bus station to LORICA

3. Lorica to PASO NUEVO

3. Lorica to PASO NUEVO

4. Paso Nuevo to LA PLAYITA

4. Paso Nuevo to LA PLAYITA

Cartagena by minivan Cartagena by minivan

1. Minivan to LORICA

1. Minivan to LORICA

2. Lorica to PASO NUEVO

2. Lorica to PASO NUEVO

3. Paso Nuevo to LA PLAYITA

3. Paso Nuevo to LA PLAYITA

From MONTERIA From MONTERIA

Find your way to MONTERIA bus

Find your way to MONTERIA bus

Step 1: Monteria to LORICA

1. Monteria to LORICA

2. Lorica to PASO NUEVO

2. Lorica to PASO NUEVO

3. Paso Nuevo to LA PLAYITA

3. Paso Nuevo to LA PLAYITA

Casa en el agua

Casa en el agua

Escape to a slow rhythm island right next door!

Diving

Diving

Unique dive-site

Unique dive-site

Subwing

Subwing

Subwing

Subwing

SUP - Board

SUP - Board

Stand-up paddle board

Stand-up paddle board

Snorkel tour

Snorkel tour

Snorkeling

Snorkeling

Walking tour

Walking tour

Discover the true island life

Discover the true island life

Film festival

Film festival

La Playita Music Festival

La Playita Music Festival