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has foosball and other table games to entertain travelers. There are a lot of nice
extras as well. It has been reported to be a party hostel. Many travelers enjoy
staying here. Prices Aug. 2010: Dorm 20,000 - 25,000 COP; Double, twin beds,
44,000 COP; Double, one bed 50,000 COP.
Casa Divanga, Calle 11 No. 3-55 (WiFi, [email protected]). Casa Divanga is a
nice hostel owned by a French woman. If you stay here you get full use of the
pool at Hotel Divanga, a few blocks up the street. Guests seemed very happy
with their stay here. Prices Aug. 2010: Dorm, 20,000 COP; Dorm, with breakfast,
25,000 COP; Single/Double, 45,000 COP. (www.divanga.com).
Hotel Oso Perezoso, Calle 17 #2-36 (035-421-8041, WiFi, hotelosoperezo
[email protected]). Oso Perezoso is an interesting hostel that may live up to its
name, "sloth". It has a fantastic rooftop view that allows for a relaxing meal. At
Perezoso, movies are often shown on a large screen on their rooftop. Overall, a
night at here appears to be a very good choice. Prices Aug. 2010: Hammock
with breakfast, 14,000 COP; Hammock without breakfast, 10,000 COP; Outdoor
bed with covering, single, 14,000 COP; Outdoor bed with covering, double,
28,000 COP; Single, first floor, 20,000 COP; Single, second floor, 26,000 COP,
great view; Twin room, 36,000 COP; Double bed, first floor, 40,000 COP; Double
bed second floor, 44,000 COP, Great view; Triple room, 60,000 COP or 44,000
COP for two. All rooms have private bathroom and include breakfast.
Pelikan, Entrada Principal Cra. 2 No. 17-04 (Cell - 316-756-1312, WiFi,
[email protected]). Pelikan is a well-run simple budget hostel operated by a
Colombian couple. It has been in Taganga for over a decade. The service is
professional and they take care of business. Hammocks are out front and a cold
beer is only a few steps away. It's a relaxed hostel with opportunities to meet
other travelers while taking it easy outside. Prices Aug. 2010: Dorm, fan, 17,000
COP; Single, fan, 35,000 COP; Double, fan, bath, 50,000 COP; Double, air, bath,
70,000 COP.