Dunarinka
Primera subida de minca, via mirador de minca
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Why people book this hotel
“The view from the terrace is definitely a highlight, but the hostel was great al…”
“We really enjoyed our stay, the staff were so kind and welcoming”
“The place is s little bit outside the village in a quiet, relaxed valley”
“The location is nice & quiet, a 10 minute walk from the centre”
“Beautiful location”
“The host is lovely and fun, the location is not too far from the central street …”
“For the price 100% recommendation”
“The WIFI changed when I was there and is now very good”
“The lady who checked us in was lovely and also there is cheap options for breakf…”
Overview
Set just 21 km from Santa Marta Gold Museum, Dunarinka provides accommodation in Minca with access to a garden, barbecue facilities, as well as a shared kitchen. The air-conditioned accommodation is 18 km from Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino. The country house also offers free WiFi, free private parking and facilities for disabled guests. The units have a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge, coffee machine, and kitchenware. Some units feature a terrace and/or a balcony with mountain or garden views. At the country house, the units come with bed linen and towels. There is a snack bar, bar and lounge. Sightseeing tours are available close by. A bicycle rental service is available at the country house, while pub crawls can be enjoyed nearby. Santa Marta Cathedral is 21 km from Dunarinka, while Simon Bolivar Park is 21 km away. The nearest airport is Simón Bolívar International, 28 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
Traveller reviews
Anais
couple
April 9, 2026
Beautiful location. Saw so many toucans and other birds was really amazing. A little walk to the centre but not bad at all much closer than others we had seen. The lady who checked us in was lovely and also there is cheap options for breakfast and dinner and also options to cook for yourself.
Suzanne
family_with_children
April 7, 2026
“Lo mas hermosa Vista ! The place to be to see birds!”
The most beautiful view, you could sit for hours on the rooftop and so many birds in their natural habitat.
Onni
solo_traveller
April 7, 2026
The view from the terrace is definitely a highlight, but the hostel was great all around. The host is lovely and fun, the location is not too far from the central street and the beds are good to sleep on.
Rebecca
extended_group
February 4, 2026
Location in Minca was amazing!! The view from the terrace was great, was able to birdwatch and saw multiple toucans. Walking distance to the waterfalls to swim in which were wonderful. We really enjoyed our stay, the staff were so kind and welcoming.
Volmering
solo_traveller
January 29, 2026
“Very relaxed and quiet place! Totally recommended!”
The place is s little bit outside the village in a quiet, relaxed valley. From the terrace you see amazing birds every day and you can enjoy the shade in the hammocks. Nice climate up in the hills and not to warm at night without AC. Ideal place to wind down and start off to bird watching or hiking tours. Big kitchen to prepare your own food. Super friendly and welcoming staff as well! For the price 100% recommendation!
Sarah
couple
January 21, 2026
“I chose this place for the big Hammock, well it’s broken. There are same small ones in the area but it’s not the same. A”
The view and the birds! The stuff is nice, they picked us up at Santa Marta. They wrote our names on the door :)
Paloma
couple
November 28, 2025
Lovely staff, free repellent, filtered water, great net/sitting platform/hammock
Teresa
couple
July 28, 2025
“Amazing views, budget accommodation”
The views were stunning, we saw toucans each morning and also in the afternoon. The hammocks. Free mosquito repellent & filtered water. Access to kitchen. The location is nice & quiet, a 10 minute walk from the centre. The staff were friendly & helped us with information about the toucans. This place is perfect for you if you don’t mind basic accommodation in exchange for beautiful views & amazing bird watching.
Guillaume
couple
July 8, 2025
“Best quality/price ever! Gracias Elsy por su hospitalidad!”
Really nice spot, good view, awesome staff, really quiet in nature, perfect for cooking.
Ally
extended_group
June 17, 2025
“Thank you Elsi :)”
This is maybe the best hostel experience I've ever had. Elsi and her family (i.e. the people who run the hostel) are so lovely and it really felt like home for a few days. Elsi showed us some beautiful places nearby and some of the local fruit and toucans outside the house. The location is amazing: not too far out of the centre but still high up enough to have beautiful views and beautiful sunsets. The facilities are fairly basic but the vibe is incredible and I'd 100% reccomend it.
yuxiyux1
solo_traveller
May 28, 2025
The best experience ever hanging out with the hosts Anderson, Elsie and their children. Elsie showed us all the waterfall local spots which is just a beautiful walk away, she also makes the best arepas full of love and generosity. The viewpoint is the best! Not only the most magical sunset, but loads of toucans and all kinds of birds. I really enjoy my stay at Dunarinka. Thank you for making the experience so memorable!
Dan
solo_traveller
January 26, 2025
Beautiful setting with lovely hosts. The WIFI changed when I was there and is now very good.
Ryan
extended_group
January 14, 2025
“Good cheap hostel in Minca with lovely staff”
A good cheap hostel, 10 minutes from the centre of Minca. The staff were lovely and even let us store our bags for a night whilst we visited Sierra Minca. The beds were comfortable and the views were fantastic.
Alexander
couple
November 7, 2024
“Great place, great view, good value, nice host”
This place was a gem of a find! Great location with a superb view on Santa Marta and the coast. Cute and comfortable room. Nice common area with kitchen and hammocks. Very friendly staff and host. The cherry on top was the toucans in the morning which perch litterally right by the window of the hostel.
Oscar
solo_traveller
October 28, 2024
Lovely family owned place with a beautiful view and a really nice private room!
Lukas
solo_traveller
September 5, 2024
“Amazing view”
The view is amazing
Mark
family_with_children
August 31, 2024
“a very lovely spot”
beautiful location, great view, very comfortable with everything we needed. Great staff, very helpful. Kayaking was very cheap and a perfect spot.
Fryderyk
couple
August 27, 2024
“Amazing view but could be more comfortable”
The view is magical - watching the sunset was a highlight for us. The free binoculars to bird watch are a plus and the kitchen is nice. The host is lovely and gave us excellent tips on what to do.
Joey Madulaina
extended_group
May 20, 2024
Great view, nice chill places at the hostel, good kitchen.
Leah
extended_group
May 13, 2024
Cozy and quiet! We got to see toucans in the morning from the rooftop which was a highlight.
Facilities
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible, Lower bathroom sink
Activities
Evening entertainment, Pub crawls, Movie nights, Walking tours, Bike tours, Themed dinner nights, Happy hour, Tour or class about local culture, Live music/performance, Live sport events (broadcast), Public Bath, Games room, Hiking
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning, Property is cleaned by professional cleaning companies, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Entertainment and family services
Board games/puzzles
Food & Drink
Breakfast options, Wine/champagne, Fruits, Snack bar, Special diet menus (on request), Breakfast in the room, Bar
Food & drink safety
Physical distancing in dining areas, Food can be delivered to guest accommodation, All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized, Delivered food is securely covered
General
Bicycle parking, WiFi available in all areas, Pets allowed, Non-smoking rooms, Facilities for disabled guests, Family rooms, Air conditioning, Designated smoking area
Internet
WiFi, Free WiFi, Internet services
Kitchen
Shared kitchen
Outdoors
Sun terrace, BBQ facilities, Garden, Terrace, Outdoor furniture, Picnic area
Parking
Parking garage, Parking on site, Private parking, Parking, Free parking
Physical distancing
Contactless check-in/check-out, Physical distancing rules followed, Screens or physical barriers placed between staff and guests in appropriate areas
Pool and wellness
Sun umbrellas
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
24-hour security, Key access, Security alarm, CCTV in common areas, CCTV outside property, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, Process in place to check health of guests, First aid kit available, Access to health care professionals, Thermometers for guests provided by property, Face masks for guests available
Self check-in
Passport/ID information collected online before you arrive, Lockbox key collection at the property
Services
Shuttle service, Daily housekeeping, Grocery deliveries, Express check-in/check-out, Currency exchange, Ironing service, Room service, Airport shuttle, Laundry, Dry cleaning, Tour desk, Fax/photocopying, Luggage storage, Concierge service, Private check-in/check-out, Shuttle service (additional charge), Shared lounge/TV area, Trouser press, Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Transport
Airport pick up, Airport drop off
Double Room - Disability Access
The fully equipped kitchen has a refrigerator, a dishwasher, kitchenware and a microwave. The double room features a washing machine, a private entrance, as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower and a hairdryer. The unit has 1 bed.
Comfort Triple Room with Shower
The well-equipped kitchen has a refrigerator, a dishwasher, kitchenware and a microwave. The triple room features a washing machine, a private entrance, a terrace with garden views as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower. The unit has 2 beds.
Triple Room with Mountain View
Guests can make meals in the kitchen that comes with a refrigerator, a dishwasher, kitchenware and a microwave. The triple room provides a washing machine, a private entrance, a terrace with garden views as well as a shared bathroom featuring a bath or a shower. The unit offers 3 beds.
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