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A good location for a relaxing holiday in Palomino, Jaba Jan Hostal is a guest house surrounded by views of the river. The property features a private beach area, fitness centre and private parking among other facilities. Featuring a shared kitchen, this property also provides guests with an outdoor fireplace. The guest house offers mountain views, a sun terrace, and free WiFi is available throughout the property. The units feature bed linen. Vegetarian and vegan breakfast options with pancakes and fruits are available every morning at the guest house. Guests can dine in the on-site traditional restaurant, which serves international cuisine and also offers vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options. Guests at Jaba Jan Hostal can make the most of yoga classes offered in-house. The area is popular for hiking, and bike hire is available at the accommodation. Outdoor play equipment is also available at Jaba Jan Hostal, while guests can also relax in the garden. The nearest airport is Riohacha Airport, 86 km from the guest house.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Breakfast info

Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free

Free private parking available on-site


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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
1 single bed
and
1 large double bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.7
Facilities
8.7
Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
9.0
Value for money
9.4
Location
9.4
Free WiFi
7.9
High score for Palomino
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  • Philippine
    France France
    the location, the people, the food, the vibe… everything is perfect :)
  • Fabien
    Switzerland Switzerland
    The staff is super friendly and helpful They organise lots of activities during the week They cook delicious meals The private beach is super nice and quiet
  • Anna
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Honestly my favourite hostel I've stayed at in my 6 months of travelling. The place is a bit run down, but the atmosphere completely makes up for it. A really relaxing and chilled out place, where its easy to socialise. They have activities each...

Managed by Dean King

Company review score: 9.7Based on 129 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

Our team are happy to invite you to a home from home it is fully equiped and ready to welcome you. We have lots of different areas to chill out read a book, strech, exersise enjoy the monkeys among many other animals in a nature wonderland to make memorable moments with friends and family. Our aim is to give you an unforgettable experience and to not want to leave. We want to be different and diverse, we want you to feel part of our amazing experiance and enjoy the finer riches life with the mentality of reducing the impact on this beautifuleco system.

Property information

Welcome to paradise! Jaba Jan is the perfect place to disconnect from the loud city life and reconnect with yourself, friends, and/or family. Here you can experience different types of nature. The hostel is surrounded by the jungle, and we have access to 5 private beaches and a river, right in our backyard. By kayak, you can access a magic mangrove, our secret peace of heaven on earth. By a little walk or swimming by the river, you can reach the river mouth, where the river meets the sea. On top of it, you can have a great view of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta. We organize a lot of group activities, such as our classic pizza night, made in our traditional pizza oven. We also have yoga every morning and afternoon, and dance classes very often. It is the perfect opportunity to meet fellow travelers and spend a delightful time. We have available breakfast, lunch, and dinner at a friendly price, always with vegetarian and vegan options, as well as a variety of drinks and snacks. There is a shared kitchen, fully equipped. Find us just 3km away from Palomino, right after San Salvador´s river bridge. Jaba Jan is waiting for you.

Neighbourhood information

Palomino neighborhood is the first town of La Guajira, a place like no other in Colombia; It is located in the middle of the mountains of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta and the beach. It has numerous ecosystems between rivers, mountains, mouths, beaches, jungle, and mangroves; Here, you can find a great diversity of gastronomy, with restaurants for all kinds of tastes and budgets. Palomino offers multiple entertainment alternatives, from tourist activities on the river to visits to indigenous towns, ecological walks, and live music, and you will always find a party and the infinite possibilities of making memorable memories with friends.

Languages spoken

English,Spanish

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Restaurante #1
    • Cuisine
      International
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
    • Ambiance
      Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free

Facilities of Jaba Jan Hostal
Great facilities! Review score, 8.7

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Private beach area
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Bath or shower
  • Toilet
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
View
  • River view
  • Mountain view
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Private beach area
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Archery
  • Live music/performance
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Happy hour
  • Themed dinner nights
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Movie nights
  • Pub crawls
    Additional charge
  • Beach
  • Evening entertainment
  • Hiking
  • Canoeing
    Additional charge
Food & Drink
  • Fruits
    Additional charge
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Parking garage
  • Accessible parking
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Lockers
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Currency exchange
  • Express check-in/check-out
Entertainment and family services
  • Kids' outdoor play equipment
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Board games/puzzles
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Security alarm
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Grocery deliveries
    Additional charge
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Wake-up service
  • Packed lunches
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Wellness
  • Yoga classes
  • Fitness
  • Full body massage
  • Back massage
  • Spa lounge/relaxation area
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Massage
  • Fitness centre
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Spanish

House rules

Jaba Jan Hostal takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 14:00 to 22:00

Check-out

From 10:00 to 11:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

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Quiet hours

Guests must be quiet between 07:00 and 10:00.

Pets

Free! Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Quiet hours are between 07:00:00 and 10:00:00.

License number: 135579

FAQs about Jaba Jan Hostal

  • Jaba Jan Hostal offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Fitness centre
    • Massage
    • Hiking
    • Canoeing
    • Evening entertainment
    • Themed dinner nights
    • Back massage
    • Walking tours
    • Private beach area
    • Archery
    • Fitness
    • Pub crawls
    • Bicycle rental
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Full body massage
    • Bike tours
    • Spa lounge/relaxation area
    • Beach
    • Yoga classes
    • Movie nights
    • Happy hour
    • Live music/performance

  • Room options at Jaba Jan Hostal include:

    • Double
    • Triple
    • Bed in Dormitory
    • Dormitory Room

  • Jaba Jan Hostal has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurante #1

  • Jaba Jan Hostal is 1.9 miles from the centre of Palomino. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The nearest beach is just 850 yards from Jaba Jan Hostal. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Guests staying at Jaba Jan Hostal can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.2).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Vegetarian
    • Vegan
    • Gluten-free

  • The prices at Jaba Jan Hostal may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Check-in at Jaba Jan Hostal is from 14:00, and check-out is until 11:00.