La Ponderosa Reserve

La Ponderosa Reserve Hostel in Magdalena, Colombia

4.6 / 5.0

Outstanding(67 Ratings)

Hostel in Magdalena, Colombia

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind

Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones

About this hostel

La Ponderosa Reserve features a garden, private beach area, a restaurant and bar in Buritaca. The accommodation offers evening entertainment and free WiFi.

Amenities

Pets allowed

Internet / Wifi

Garden

Map of Magdalena, Colombia

Available Rooms

1 Bunk • 322 ft²

Sleeps 1

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

1 Double • 96 ft²

Sleeps 2

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1 Bunk • 322 ft²

Sleeps 1

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

1 Double

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

1 Double

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

$$$$

La Ponderosa Reserve

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4.6 / 5.0

Outstanding(67 Ratings)

Hostel in Magdalena, Colombia

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind

Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones

About this hostel

La Ponderosa Reserve features a garden, private beach area, a restaurant and bar in Buritaca. The accommodation offers evening entertainment and free WiFi.

Amenities

Pets allowed

Internet / Wifi

Garden

Map of Magdalena, Colombia

Available Rooms

1 Bunk • 322 ft²

Sleeps 1

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

1 Double • 96 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

1 Bunk • 322 ft²

Sleeps 1

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

1 Double

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

1 Double

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

Ratings and reviews

4.6 / 5.0

Outstanding(67 Ratings)

100% verified reviews

4.0 / 5.0

May 2024

Proyecto muy bonito con algunos aspectos a mejorar

Se trata de un proyecto de permacultura muy bonito. El sitio tene una energía especial, está planteando como un proyecto comunitario que lo convierte en mucho más que un alojamiento. Me encantó la comida vegetariana, los detalles para ser verdaderamente sostenibles (váter seco, huerto, basura cero, etc.) y las actividades organizadas

Para mi gusto faltaban opciones de snacks y postres en el bar, ya que solo puedes comer la comida que te ofrecen allí y solo cuenta con plato principal. Las esterillas para practicar yoga estaban muy sucias y al gimnasio al aie libre le faltaba algún tipo de mosquitera o ventilador para ahuyentar los insectos, que son muy abundantes. Por último, me faltó un poco más de diversidad cultural. Muchos ingleses/as siendo muy ingleses/as.

5.0 / 5.0

Feb 2024

Highlight

Super schönes großes Gelände am Fluss, leckeres Essen, tolle Community

4.5 / 5.0

Jun 2023

very enjoyable and beautiful, a slice of utter paradise in a world otherwise full of imperfections and disappointments.

The food was to die for, amazing location, and zero waste

rooms were very hot, fans weren't on very often, charging sockets also didn't work even outside of the 'off' time

2.5 / 5.0

Jun 2023

Passable

The location is in the middle of nature. The restaurant does a great job in serving a great variety of vegetarian dishes

The vibe was somehow strange. I didn't feel I was welcome from the moment I arrived. The reception personal made you feel they are annoyed with any questions you had, not customer oriented at all. Also I was hoping to do some hikes, but was done with all trails in half a day. Even though I was in the middle of nature I felt I was hardly able to discover it. The hostel usually offers one activity a day. The first day it was skipped because I was the only guest to sign up for. The second day the river level was too high to cross it. So in the end it felt more like prison than paradise. Also it was hard to enjoy nature because 99%of their guests are British teens, half of whom are volunteers. They were more into partying and listening to Brit pop music than nature. I haven't seen a manager being around during my whole stay, the place seemed to be operated by volunteers only.

5.0 / 5.0

Jun 2023

Wow

Property location is beautiful. The meals are amazing and I am not vegeterian. Great staff and private beach is something you'd expect to pay so much for.

Very minor but AC would be good in the rooms, however they are going for a sustainable model so it is to be expected. Maybe some more food options throughout the day would be great. The food quality is 10/10 but maybe some Empanadas or small bits you can order at the bar would be great for fat fu*ks like me :) Still 10/10 experience and 100% reccomendation anyone and everyone to go

5.0 / 5.0

May 2023

An absolute MUST when on the carribean coast

Everything, amazing experience.

5.0 / 5.0

Apr 2023

Must stay in Colombia! Best hostel I’ve ever been to

HIGHLY RECOMMEND, must stay. From start to finish the stay was faultless. If you want to disconnect from the the world and step inside a paradise off the usual backpacker route in Colombia this is the place to do it. The owners Stefan, Collette & Sam have created a little slice of paradise, with an off grid eco hostel in the Sierra Nevada mountains, family style delicious veg meals, cute animals and amazing people. 10/10 hospitality

5.0 / 5.0

Apr 2023

Oasis filled with love

Very special and loving place! it's all very eco and out in the middle of nowhere so be ready for using compost toilets and encountering a lot of different insects and some spiders

5.0 / 5.0

Mar 2023

Exceptional

Absolutely magnificent place! This is a special one. Very remotely, but this is exactly what makes the charme of it. Such a perfect place for a few relaxed days, also integrated to indigeneous communities, very aware and trying to avoid garbage, they use solar energy, serve amazing veggie food and and and. Loved it 100%!

5.0 / 5.0

Feb 2023

Exceptional

excellent location the Beach and water is stunning. the wisdom behind permaculture and the interaction with the Local and indiginious people made the stay inspiring and one to admire. def coming back .

5.0 / 5.0

Feb 2023

Incredible stay at a very special hostel on a remote stretch of the Buritaca river

La Ponderosa is a very special place, 45 minutes motorbike into the jungle and then across a river a group of friends have built a fully sustainable eco hostel on a beautiful stretch of the buritaca river & beach. Delicious home cooked veggie food and drinks, bamboo rooms and stunning views. The perfect place to switch off. They also run a party on the beach once a month (check dates on their IG) which was without a doubt the best party I’ve been to on my travels! Amazing music and atmosphere. I will definitely be planning a trip back here! Thanks guys x

Wish I had longer to stay

5.0 / 5.0

Jan 2023

a paradise in the middle of the jungle

it felt like being in a true paradise, from the location to the people who build it up

i wish there could be some food to buy during the day, like a cake or some bread

5.0 / 5.0

Jan 2023

Happy place :)

Staying here has been my best experience in Colombia so far. I would recommend staying here for at least a week to fully wind down and enjoy the place. I was there during Xmas and the owners and volunteers worked their butts off to make it super special, it was my best Xmas ever! The food is AMAZING, my favourite food in South America so far. Because you are in this unique location, it is very easy to meet the other travelers. I have made my best travel friends at La Ponderosa. The atmosphere is very intimate, it almost feels like you're living in a commune! I really liked how the hostel area is well away from the bar area, so you can always find a quiet place. The river area and surroundings are absolutely magical. It's one of these places that you hope will never change :)

Altough they are all super amazing and lovely, there are a lot of volunteers and it can feel quite cliquey.

4.5 / 5.0

Dec 2022

fantastic place, lovely people, super nice vibe! 100 % recommend

atmosphere, vibe, location, food is delicious (family style.. you eat what they serve: it’s delicious!), staff is helpful, hostel opened quite recently: they are up for feedback which I think is nice. big chance that if you book this place, you’ll extend.. it’s wonderful! And also; you get to meet Bruce, Frankie, Barbara, Manny and other really cute animals walking around the hostel. I also recommend doing the permaculture tour and the tour to the indigious village.

They are developing their hostel so not everything is as organised as some hostels are.. but they are relatively new and still in progress. every day they have new things/improvements ánd all ideas are welcome. so the few feedback points I would have, will be fixed in a short amount of time (I’m quite sure of that!).

5.0 / 5.0

Dec 2022

Exceptional

Incredible place. A great vibe and unbelievable vegetarian food. A must do!

5.0 / 5.0

Oct 2022

Exceptional

Location, project and story of the place. Proper sustainable tourism in action. Just go and find out. You will not regret it!

5.0 / 5.0

Sep 2022

Perfect

A big thank you to everyone at la Ponderosa for this wonderful place, we loved every minute of our stay !

5.0 / 5.0

May 2022

A truly special place with something for everyone

I keep raving about this place to everyone as it’s the best place I’ve ever stayed. Awesome people, amazing secluded beach and river to swim in every day, delicious food and great bar. You’re literally in the middle of the jungle, surrounded by amazing nature, but have everything you need in one place. Plan to stay for a while because you’ll fall in love and won’t want to leave!

5.0 / 5.0

May 2022

Wonderful

What a place they have. White sandy river beach with tropical rainforest and snowy peaks of Sierra Nevada in the background. Cacao plantation, lots of fruits, organic veggie garden and delicious food on the menu. Chilled vibes and wonderful people, definitely worth of visiting. We came for two days and stayed for a week.

5.0 / 5.0

May 2022

Had a cracking time here, it’s like a retreat but loads of fun

Everything is so thoughtful: their zero waste ethos, the incredible attention to detail that goes into their permaculture designs, the support they show to community projects they’re part of, the inclusivity of making campesino neighbours, locals, backpackers and the indigenous feel super welcome together at theirs. Felt really inspired by my time there.

FAQs

How much does this hostel cost compared to others in Magdalena, Colombia?

The average price for a rental in Magdalena, Colombia is $75 per night. This rental is $55 above the average.

Is parking included with this hostel?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at La Ponderosa Reserve. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this hostel?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this hostel. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is La Ponderosa Reserve pet friendly?

Yes! This hostel is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at La Ponderosa Reserve?

We found 3 amenities for this rental. This includes pets allowed, internet / wifi, and garden.

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La Ponderosa Reserve

Hostel in Magdalena, Colombia

Reasons to book

About this hostel

Amenities

Map of Magdalena, Colombia

Available Rooms

La Ponderosa Reserve

Hostel in Magdalena, Colombia

Reasons to book

About this hostel

Amenities

Map of Magdalena, Colombia

Available Rooms

Ratings and reviews

FAQs

How much does this hostel cost compared to others in Magdalena, Colombia?

Is parking included with this hostel?

Is there a pool at this hostel?

Is La Ponderosa Reserve pet friendly?

What amenities are available at La Ponderosa Reserve?

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