
Cali
colombia
About Cali
Cali is Colombia's third-most populous city and the place where Afro-Colombian culture collides in a mishmash of dance, street food and colourful festivals. The mountainous setting is ideal if you're keen to do some hiking, and vibrant streets are shedding their formerly industrial identity in favour of local breweries and student-led nightlife. The downtown and central neighbourhoods bustle with foreign travellers, making for a welcoming vibe for first-time visitors to Colombia.
Cali hostels range from refurbished villas with garden pools for cooling off during hot siestas to hilltop hostels with views across the valley. For a fun way to meet other travellers, ask if your hostel runs salsa classes, or book into the Cali hostel with its own salsa school. You can wind down with yoga classes, or visit a hostel social area to chill out with Netflix and a beer. Hostels in Cali often have female-only dorms and private rooms available too.
The Centro neighbourhood is Cali's downtown area, which is where you'll find museums, shopping and sights. To the north over the river is Granada. This up-and-coming district is full of independent galleries and breweries housed in abandoned industrial buildings. San Antonio is the historic heart of Cali, where you'll see colonial villas and quirky stone lanes. A short stroll south is student-heavy San Fernando. Nightlife, markets and a young crowd make this a popular base for visitors.
Most travellers won't come to the salsa capital of the world without stopping by Plazoleta Jairo Varela. Twice a week, a huge salsa class takes place in the square. It's worth planning your trip to Cali around the festival calendar too. September brings the World Salsa Festival, while music festivals take place in June, August and December. Any time of year is good for food tours. Walk off atollado rice and chorizo with a hike to Mirador Belalcázar, a viewpoint crowned by a statue of Cali's founder pointing to the green valley beyond.
If you're flying into Aeropuerto Alfonso Bonilla Aragón, you can take a taxi or a minibus to the Terminal de Transporte (Cali's main bus station). From here buses connect Cali with Bogotá, Medellín and Pasto. Cali is a big place, so you'll find taxis useful as well as affordable. Outside of peak times, the Masivo Integrado de Occidente transport system is a good option. Nearly all the city is served by the network, and the carriages are known for being clean and having air con.
City Info
19 Hostels in Cali
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Enjoy the best rest and comfort after a day of walking around the city in our facilities with a bohemian and vintage character designed to stimulate your senses.
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Casa Ruta Sur is a warm and pleasant space where the traveler is not a guest, but an associate who is tre
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Cali, the world capital of salsa and a city famous for its rhythms, its culture and its gastronomy.
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Featuring an outdoor swimming pool and views of garden, Hostal Patio del Río is a recently renovated, located in Cali, 1.4 km from Jorge Isaacs Theater. The air-conditioned accommodation is 2.5 km from Pan-American Park.
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La Chanca is a beautiful house, located very close to all the tourist sites.
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La Palmera Hostel offers renovated and customized accommodation in a traditional neighbourhood of Cali.
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Oasis Cali is currently undergoing renovations, we are still able to offer bunk beds in shared rooms unti
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You are not a guest, you are family. La Sucursal is a hostel made for travelers. We take your comfort

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Follow the sound of music straight into our salsa classrooms! Put on a bathing suit and get ready to enjo
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Our distinguished visitors will be able to enjoy comfortable rooms equipped with air conditioning and/or a fan, TV, free wifi, as well as comfortable beds, some double and others single. We offer basic salsa classes and American breakfast included in the...
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La Vaina has everything you need to enjoy your stay
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The hostel its a one floor house with open spaces and high roofs .
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La Casa de Adry is perfect to visit Cali
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Havana en Cali is located in Cali and is only 600 m away from Pan-American Park and 1.8 km from Saint's Peter Cathedral. This property features free WiFi.
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Meet friends, enjoy Netflix, pool table, air hockey and hot shower.
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The View Hostel & Lounge is the reference in lodging in the west of Cali.
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Come to La Clave Hostel spend unforgettable holidays in Cali, Colombia!
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Santiago D.C Hostal Boutique offers nice and comfortable rooms.
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A hostel with a terrace, is situated in Cali, 1.3 km from Jorge Isaacs Theater, 2.7 km from Pan-American Park, as well as 1.4 km from Saint's Peter Cathedral.
Cali is a fantastic destination for backpackers offering a perfect blend of culture, adventure, and affordability. Whether you're planning a short trip or making it part of a longer backpacking journey, this city should definitely be included in your travel itinerary. When looking for accommodation in Cali, hostels provide the best value and opportunity to meet fellow travelers.
Whether you're looking for a social party hostel, a quiet retreat, a centrally located base for exploring the city, or something in between, Cali has options for every type of traveler. Many hostels in Cali offer additional amenities like free breakfast, communal kitchens, outdoor spaces, and organized activities.
When visiting Cali, don't miss the opportunity to:
- Explore the local cuisine and nightlife
- Visit historical landmarks and cultural sites
- Connect with other travelers at hostel events
- Discover hidden gems off the tourist path in Cali