Loopinn Hostel Cartagena

A great little place to stay on a budget. The single room that I used was just what I needed, basic, comfortable and with a nice little balcony. The kitchen was clean and tidy. Will definitely use this place again

I was very surprised of how great the place was for a hostel. They had the biggest and nicest shower of all the 13 places I stayed in during my 3 week vacation. The room had a complete private bathroom, a roof where you could walk around and even stretch out on chairs. There was a kitchen, gym, etc... Great place.

Wonderfully nice surprise arriving at this hostel. Expectations never too high at this price point. But my needs are fairly simple. Check in very easy, I had booked on Last Minute. Room wasn’t ready so stashed bag and went out to explore the town. On my return, I went to a very clean, sunny room on the second floor. This was November and the room was very warm. The rooms face southwest, so they get a little of sun in the afternoon. Lovely in November, but I’d be concerned about July. Rooms do have aircon, hopefully that would be effective. Room perfect for my needs, two people may find it very cosy. No wardrobe, just shelves. A stool and a chair, which was put to good use on those sunny afternoons on the small terrace. I was impressed by the shower, both a drench shower and hand held in a separate wet room, lots of space. Toilet was by front door with a sink in the room. No fridge. There’s a separate kitchen where one could prepare simple meals, and there is a dining area. In the basement there are vending machines with sweets and soft drinks. There is also a laundry room. €5 to wash and dry. Machines could hold a much larger load than I brought. All in all I found the place great. A few negatives to be aware of. As it’s located very near the transport hubs, there do seem to be some shady characters in the streets. To access the hotel, it’s necessary to walk up some daily steep stairs. There is a side road at C. San Crispín. Stayed one night longer than I had planned and I was allowed to move to another room, as the one I’d been in is always booked by a returning customer. Second room, just as nice. €39 which was very reasonable. Lastly, the hostel has a sun terrace a separate smoking terrace on the roof and something I’d never seen in a hostel before, a big tunnel slide over three floors. Great for kids (& naughty adults I assume). A great find, I would heartily recommend, oh, and the reception staff were all unfailingly lively.

Good property for travelers on a budget. Clean, very basic, and minimalist but serves the purpose. Friendly staff who were kind and helpful. They provided excellent restaurant recommendations. Located centrally and walkable to many restaurants and tourist attractions. Free parking available in the local streets.