Our list of the best hotels where to stay in Colombia
Here’s our special “My trip to Colombia” blog list of accommodations recommended by us, our friends or our readers!
We’ve carefully selected accommodation in Colombia that should satisfy most of you! Most of them have been tried and tested by us, by readers of the blog or by friends and family in Colombia. So you can go there with your eyes closed. As for the rest, these are mostly addresses with serious references, offering good service and garnering a high percentage of positive reviews!
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La Macarena
Eco Lodge
El Nido
Wooden rooms and cabins on a plot of land way outside the village, on the banks of a river where a magical natural pool awaits you for a welcome refreshing break.
La Macarena
Finca
El Refugio
Just a 10-minute walk from the village, El Refugio offers small and basic wooden bungalows set in a beautiful garden on the banks of the Rio Guayabero. This is a bird-lover’s paradise!
La Macarena
Hotel
Hotel La Fuente
A classic hotel ideally located in the center of La Macarena, just a few steps from the airport. Surely the best establishment of its kind in the village.
Inside, Tayrona Park
Magdalena
Eco Lodge
Ecohabs Tequendama Cañaveral
A luxury ecolodge located on Cañaveral beach inside Tayrona Park, ideal conditions for those who want to indulge themselves.
Inside, Tayrona Park
Magdalena
Eco Lodge
Cabañas Tequendama Arrecifes
Cabins and glampings for comfortable accommodation on Arrecifes beach. One of the best quality/price ratios in Tayrona Park.
Inside, Tayrona Park
Magdalena
Camping
Camping Tequendama
Clean and confortable camping on Arrecifes beach. With lot’s of space, this is the best campsite in Tayrona Park without a doubt.
Riohacha
La Guajira
Appartement
Casa Origen
This is where we stayed during our 10 days in Riohacha. This perfectly located house, two blocks from the beach, offers several beautifully decorated rooms for rent with air conditioning. Tthe hosts, Jeanne and Julian, offer superb local experiences.
Cabo de la vela
La Guajira
Posada
Playa Arco Iris
For those who wants a classic room in Cabo de la vela
Cabo de la vela
La Guajira
Posada
Rancheria Utta
One of the best options to stay in Cabo de la vela, with beautiful rooms and sea view
Cabo de la vela
La Guajira
Posada
Hospedaje El viejo moi
Private rooms with double beds and chinchorros in front of the sea in Cabo de la vela
El Valle
Choco
Eco Lodge
El Almejal
El Almejal is one of the best hotels in El Valle. Located on the beach of the same name, it is one of the pioneering hotels in the spirit of eco-responsible hotels in Colombia.
El Valle
Choco
Hostal
The Pelican House Hostel
The Pelican House Hostal is one of the best accommodation options in El Valle and has the great merit of partnering with the Madre Agua team in Bahia Solano, who do great work with the whales.
Silvia
Cauca
Finca
Homestay in Silvia
This is Viviana’s home where we stayed during our visit of Silvia. 100% recommended if you want to share indigenous Misak culture and Vivian offers cultural tours so… gogogo!
Andes, Santander
Hotel
Casa Canela
A lovely hotel in a great location near Barichara’s main square. Guests appreciate the service, cleanliness and welcome. Their swimming pool is undoubtedly a plus!
San José del Guaviare
Guaviare
Hotel
Hotel El Aeropuerto
Hotel El Aeropuerto is, as its name suggests, located right next to San José del Guaviare airport. With its swimming pool, nice common areas and all the services of a classic hotel.
San José del Guaviare
Guaviare
Hotel
Hotel Quinto Nivel
The Hotel Quinto Nivel is one of San José del Guaviare’s best-known hotels. Most local agencies lodge their clients in this hotel.
Filandia
Quindio
Finca
Casa Laureles
We chose to stay in this beautiful cabin in Filandia and can’t recommend it highly enough. Gloria is a great host! You’ll find yourself in a peaceful setting, just 15 minutes from Filandia’s main square.
Filandia
Quindio
Hostal
Bidea Backpackers Hostel
We chose to stay in this beautiful cabin in Filandia and can’t recommend it highly enough. Gloria is a great host! You’ll find yourself in a peaceful setting, just 15 minutes from Filandia’s main square.
La Macarena
Eco Lodge
La Manigua Lodge
A luxurious jungle option just a short boat ride from the village of La Macarena. An enchanted interlude for those looking to pamper themselves.
Hostal, Hotel
Caño Nevera Hostal
The budget option for accommodation in La Macarena, the hostal offers comfortable rooms at a relatively affordable price.
Palomino
La Guajira
Eco Lodge
Coco Beach Palomino
We tried out this hotel, a little way from the village, which has its own beach. For those who want the peace and luxury of stepping out of their room to take a dip in the water or sip a cocktail in the shade of the coconut palms, it’s perfect.
Santa Marta
Magdalena
Hotel
Casa Mia Hotels
This is the hotel where we stayed during our stay in Santa Marta. We recommend staying on the top floor, where the rooms are brighter. Nice decor, good service, and conveniently located right in the historic center.
Filandia
Quindio
Finca
La puesta del sol Hotel
A good option for combining the beauty of the Filandia landscape with proximity to the village center.
Tintinpan, the best hotels
Bolivar & Sucre
Hostal, Hotel
Tintipan Ashram Hostel & Glamping
Small hotel and Glamping well located to enjoy Tintipan. People appreciate the service, food and atmosphere. It’s also well rated.
Tintinpan, the best hotels
Bolivar & Sucre
Hostal
Santa lova hostel
A hostel with every comfort, located in a beautiful spot to enjoy the idyllic setting of the islands. Very good reviews. They offer several activities on the island.
Tintinpan, the best hotels
Bolivar & Sucre
Hotel
Casa Tinti
A recent hotel that invites you to relax. Beautiful facilities facing the turquoise sea. Good service and comfort according to the reviews. We stayed next door to this hotel for the day and felt very comfortable.
Minca
Magdalena
Hostal, Hotel
Casas Viejas Masaya
Like all Masaya hostels, it’s in a superb location for enjoying the beauty of the Sierra. A mix between hotel and hostal, with good service and every comfort.
Medellin
Antioquia
Hotel
574 hotel
A small hotel with a neat and pretty decor. It has very good reviews for cleanliness, service, breakfast and location. We think it could be good value for money
El Valle
Choco
Posada
Posada El nativo
A posada where we spent two nights. Basic comfort but nice location by the beach on the way to playa El Almejal. Possibility of eating on site.
Salamina
Andes, Caldas
Hotel
Hotel las Marias Salamina
A hotel inside a beautiful colonial house, very well located on Salamina’s main square. Very good service, good breakfast. One of the best rated on booking.
Salamina
Andes, Caldas
Hotel
Hotel la leyenda 1860
Small, well-located hotel on Salamina’s main square. With a very pleasant interior patio that doubles as a café. Neat decor, clean, good service and apparently very good breakfasts.
Salamina
Andes, Caldas
Hotel
Hotel boutique La Estancia
This is a small hotel very close to the main square that was recommended to us. Nicely decorated, clean, very good service! The owners are very friendly, and even agreed to do our laundry even though we weren’t staying with them.
Cienaga
Magdalena
Hostal
El Habitante Casa Cultural Hostal
A lovely hostal in the historic center of Cienaga run by the Tiempo de Juego foundation, which works with local communities on social empowerment projects. Worth supporting!
San Agustin
Huila
Hostal
Casa de François
As the name suggests, this is a hotel run by a Frenchman, and I hear it’s very nice. The hotel is located at the top of a hill from where you can enjoy a beautiful panoramic view. It’s a property surrounded by gardens, with every comfort and a range of accommodation to suit all budgets. From dormitories to small cabins.
San Agustin
Huila
Eco Lodge
El Maco Finca Ecologica
El Maco is an ecological finca set in the middle of nature, offering excellent value for money. The finca also has a sauna and a restaurant.
San Agustin
Huila
Hotel
Hotel Finca El Cielo
Finca El Cielo is where we stayed in San Agustin and we recommend it 100%! The hotel is beautiful, the garden magnificent, the welcome is perfect, and even though it’s a bit far from the village, you can get to various archaeological sites on foot.
Neiva
Huila
Hotel
Sevilla Hotel
This is the hotel where we stayed in Neiva. We recommend it, it’s very well located, in a quiet area but close to everything, and it’s great value for money.
Tatacoa desert
Huila
Finca
Casa Los Cactus Finca
A finca in the middle of the desert and cabins made from recycled bottles. A whole universe to discover for this budget accommodation in the middle of the desert!
Villavieja
Huila
Hotel
Tatacoa Star Eco Hotel
Hotel perfectly located in the village of Villavieja, great service, great welcome, great breakfast, great setting.
Tatacoa desert
Huila
Eco Lodge
Mana Star Lounge
The Mana star is located between the gray and red deserts of Tatacoa. They offer secluded cabins, with full catering and a warm welcome.
Tatacoa desert
Huila
Eco Lodge
Qji Glamping Ecohotel
Cabins in the middle of the Tatacoa desert, that’s what Qji Glamping offers. In the Grey Desert area, far from any nuisance, the site is perfect for disconnecting and enjoying the starry sky!
Villavieja
Huila
Hotel
Hotel Colonial Villavieja
Small colonial hotel close to the center of Villavieja village, in a quiet location. The small interior patio is beautifully decorated, the breakfast is good and the big plus: the swimming pool!
Cali, Granada
Valle del Cauca
Hotel
Hotel Casa del Hidalgo Cali
La Casa del Hidalgo is located close to the Rio Cali in the Granada district. With its refreshing swimming pool and Turkish bath, this hotel offers a tastefully decorated ambience. A good option, highly rated by travelers.
Cali, Granada
Valle del Cauca
Hotel
Leclerc Hotel Boutique
A boutique hotel in the Granada district, perfectly located and offering quality service. Good breakfast, warm welcome and comfortable rooms, what else?
Cali, Miraflores
Valle del Cauca
Hostal
Oasis Cali Hostel
L’Oasis is a classic budget hostal with an established reputation. You’ll find the good atmosphere of a hostal in the Miraflores district
Cali, San Antonio
Cauca
Hotel
Moonshine Hotel
The Moonshine Hostel is a great option for those who want a nice double room with a great terrace all to themselves! Ideally located in San Antonio, the Moonshine was our second accommodation option in Cali during our stay.
Cali, San Antonio
Valle del Cauca
Hotel
Hotel Magic Garden
This is where we stayed during our stay in Cali, and we recommend it with our eyes closed! Superbly located right next to the park in the San Antonio district, Cali’s best neighborhood, it feels like home, the breakfasts are top-notch and the view from the terrace is brilliant.
Pijao
Quindio
Finca
Flora del Rio
We loved our stay at Flora del rio! The bedding was just perfect, and the hosts were top-notch. Very good breakfasts with coffee from the finca. The hotel is right in the middle of nature and just a 10-minute walk from the village.
Salento
Quindio
Hotel
Salento Plaza Hotel
A superb hotel in Salento, in a beautiful colonial house very close to the main plaza.We would have loved to have stayed there, to tell you the truth! The decor is superb, and there’s a small interior garden that invites you to relax. The rooms are spacious and the bedding looks comfortable.Highly rated
Salento
Quindio
Hotel
Hotel Vista hermosa
A nice hotel, and above all, very attractively priced for a city like Salento! This is where we stayed on our last trip in February 2022Basic but comfortable rooms, perfect cleanliness, good service.
Guaduas
Cundinamarca
Hotel
Lombok Hotel & Spa
Magnificent hotel right in the center of the village of Guaduas. Tastefully decorated, perfectly clean and comfortable. The spa area and jacuzzi are much appreciated Excellent service for the price
Socorro
Santander
Hotel
hotel villa del socorro
Small, family-run hotel in the heart of Socorro.The hotel offers parking, a bar-restaurant and an outdoor swimming pool.The service is excellent and will make you feel right at home
Socorro
Santander
Hotel
La serrana hotel & spa, socorro
This hotel is very well located and renowned for its excellent service and warm welcome!Comfortable facilities and a small swimming pool.
Santa fé de Antioquia
Antioquia
Hostal
Hotel casa de verano
If you’re looking for a cool atmosphere and beautiful surroundings at a fair price, Casa de verano Santa fe will be perfect for you.Comfortable rooms, friendly hosts, swimming pool, bar and buffet-style breakfast included
Santa fé de Antioquia
Antioquia
Hotel
Casa bixa
Casa Bixa is a small Boutique Hotel blending modernity and tradition right in the center of Santa Fé de Antioquia.With just 8 rooms, you’ll be warmly welcomed. The hotel has its own restaurant, which is much appreciated. A little haven of peace for your stay in this heritage village.
Santa fé de Antioquia
Antioquia
Posada
Hospedaje rocio
Nice little hotel perfect for small budgets.Very well located, very warm and welcoming hosts. Simple but clean rooms. They also offer rooms for groups or families, which is very practical!
Santa fé de Antioquia
Antioquia
Hotel
Hotel mariscal robledo
Magnificent hotel in an old colonial mansion in an excellent location.Excellent service and facilities, with its garden, swimming pool, spa and massage room.Restaurant with a vegetarian menu too. Everything you need for a great stay in Santa Fe de Antioquia
Honda
Tolima
Hotel
Hotel boutique posada las trampas
Posada las Trampas is a beautiful colonial house converted into a hotel.Its interior garden and swimming pool invite you to relax. The service is superbly professional and friendly.Excellent breakfast included in the price.
Honda
Tolima
Hotel
Hotel Casa Celeste
Casa Celeste is a small, friendly hotel with a neat, modern decor. It has a small garden and swimming pool. Breakfast is very good and included in the price.
Honda
Tolima
Hotel colonial
The Hotel Colonial is located right in the center of Honda, making it a convenient base for visiting the city.Its colonial architecture, clean facilities and warm attention to detail make this hotel a great option for discovering Honda, the city of bridges!
La Playa de Belen
Norte Santander
Appartement
Casa de campo el placer
Casa de Campo El placer is a small house conveniently located in Playa de Belén.Entire accommodation for 2 people or more in a pleasant setting with a garden to enjoy the village in peace and quiet
Laureles, Medellin
Antioquia
Appartement
Appartment Laureles Stadiuam
Really affordable apartments, super clean and perfectly located in the trendy new district of Laureles!
Laureles, Medellin
Antioquia
Appartement
Appart’Hotel Loma verde
For those looking for the comfort of a hotel and the convenience of having a kitchen and space in an apartment, Loma Verde offers beautiful, well-decorated apartments in a convenient location away from the noise of Poblado!
Laureles, Medellin
Antioquia
Appartement
Avanti apartments
Several apartments for 2 people in Laureles, Medellin’s trendy new district. Well-equipped, comfortable, conveniently located… what more could you ask for?
Mompox
Bolivar & Sucre
Hotel
Casa Amarilla
Located just a stone’s throw from the Santa Barbara church, Casa Amarilla is a well-known Mompox hotel. With relatively affordable prices, the hotel offers excellent facilities. The staff’s warm welcome is particularly noteworthy!
Mompox
Bolivar & Sucre
Hostal
La casa del viajero hostal
A welcoming and comfortable hostal in Mompox to get the most out of the city at a low price. Dormitory beds are very affordable, and the hostal also offers double rooms.
Mongui
Boyaca
Eco Lodge
Las Cabañas Hospedaje
Individual wooden cabins for this unusual accommodation at the entrance to the village of Mongui
Mongui
Boyaca
Finca
Los recuerdos de Florito y Leo Hotel
An accommodation recommended by our readers, offering comfortable rooms with mountain views and a warm welcome.
Mongui
Boyaca
Hotel
Hotel Mongui Plaza
This is certainly the best-located hotel in Mongui, opening directly onto the village’s main square, opposite the cathedral. Beautiful colonial house, heating, hot water, breakfast, everything you need for a pleasant stay.
Mongui
Boyaca
Hotel
Hotel Otti Colonial
The Hotel Otti Colonial is one of Mongui’s best-known hotels, located in the historic center just a stone’s throw from the Puente Calicanto, offering attractive rooms and a warm welcome from the owners.
Arusi
Choco
Eco Lodge
Punta Brava Eco Hotel
Punta Brava is an ecological luxury bubble in the middle of the jungle, with its feet in the Pacific Ocean. A unique, exclusive place, totally cut off from the world, which is well worth the effort if you have the means to indulge yourself.
Arusi
Choco
Hotel
Casa Cielito
Casa Cielito was our home for 1 week in Arusi, the place is magical and the food is simply the best we’ve tasted in Colombia!
Necocli
Uraba & Cordoba
Hotel
Punta Caribana
The Hotel Punta Caribana is our usual stop-off point in Necocli, where Cruz and Wilberto go to great lengths to make you feel at home – 100% recommended, quite simply!
Necocli
Uraba & Cordoba
Hostal
La Mariapolis hostal
A relaxed atmosphere by the water, a young manager totally involved in Necocli’s local life, basic and clean services for those looking for budget accommodation.
Bogota, Chapinero
Cundinamarca
Hotel
Top Tours accomodation
An affordable hotel with really nice facilities in the heart of Chapinero and close to all the activity of the Zona Rosa.
Airport, Bogota
Cundinamarca
Hostal
Mr. Huesped
Mr Huesped is a new hostal located about 10 minutes from the airport by cab. For a very reasonable price, it offers comfortable rooms and a great breakfast included!
Airport, Bogota
Cundinamarca
Hotel
Hotel Marriot Airport
For those looking for an upscale hotel close to the airport, the Marriot hotel is a sure bet. With its free shuttle service between the airport and the hotel, it’s the perfect place to spend a night in transit, in comfort and with all the services that go with it.
Airport, Bogota
Cundinamarca
Hotel
City Express
For a night in transit, the City Express hotel is perfectly located just a few minutes from Bogotá airport. It’s a favorite with our readers, who want both comfort and convenience, especially the free shuttle bus that takes you directly to the airport.
San Gil
Santander
Hotel
Meraki Boutique Hotel
The Meraki boutique hotel is located 5 minutes from the town center, a little way up in San Gil, offering a beautiful view of the surrounding mountains. It’s a beautiful colonial house, beautifully decorated and full of color! You’ll feel right at home here, thanks in no small part to the warm welcome from Felipe and his family.
San Gil
Santander
Hostal
La Provincia Lodging House
La Provincia in San Gil is one of the least expensive hostels. Nevertheless, many budget travelers will find it to their liking: well located in the center of San Gil in a beautiful, bright house, with friendly staff… Although the rooms are basic and the decor classic, it’s still excellent value for money.
San Gil
Santander
Hostal
Traveler Hostel
The Traveler hosterl in San Gil has been recommended to us by blog readers. But we’ve noticed that it’s also been recommended by the Traveler community! Large rooms, a great atmosphere, and a beautiful terrace overlooking the city, all located right in the center of San Gil.
Lorica
Uraba & Cordoba
Hotel
Onoma Hotel
It was a lady we met on the bus who recommended the Onoma Hotel (formerly La perla del Sinu). It’s conveniently located next to the main square and not far from the tourist malecon, the promenade that runs alongside the river. The hotel offers a nice view from some rooms and especially from the rooftop terrace!
Santander
Finca
Artepolis
For those looking for peace and quiet, just outside the village of Barichara but relatively close to the center. Artepolis offers a really pretty setting at a very affordable price!
San José del Guaviare
Guaviare
Eco Lodge
Playa Guio
Playa Guio is a haven of peace in the middle of nature, a 20-minute cab ride from the center of San José del Guaviare. On site, you’ll find the warmth of the Melo family, a large common room where you can eat and have a good time, a large hut for those who want to sleep cheaply in a hammock, and two private cabins for those who want privacy.
, Cartagena, Islas del Rosario
Bolivar & Sucre
Hostal
Media Luna Hostel
A hostal recommended by our readers on the Baru peninsula in the Rosario archipelago. Far from Playa Blanca, you’ll find the peace and quiet of a small private beach and pretty bungalows!
Cartagena, Islas del Rosario
Bolivar & Sucre
Hotel
Isla Bela
An eco-friendly hotel on Isla Marina in the archipelago of the Rosaire islands. The price is commensurate with the services and the setting! Treat yourself.
Cartagena, Islas del Rosario
Bolivar & Sucre
Hostal
Secreto Hostel
A charming hostal located on Isla Grande, offering double rooms and dormitory beds in a green setting with access to a small beach. Highly recommended by our friends in Cartagena!
Yopal
Casanare
Hotel
Villa Lisseth
A hotel where we stayed in Yopal at the end of our return from Safari Llanero. A nice place in a quiet area of town, in a pretty garden with a swimming pool, large, clean and modern rooms, and a very warm welcome from the staff!
Rincon del mar
Bolivar & Sucre
Eco Lodge
Dos Aguas Lodge
We had a superb stay at Dos Aguas Lodge.A well-thought-out construction, resolutely turned towards the outdoors and nature, with our feet in the sand. Breakfast included in the price for a sublime service. A truly eco-responsible approach, working in alliance with the local community.
Rincon del mar
Bolivar & Sucre
Hostal
Hostel Blue sea
Recommended by one of our readers, the Blue Sea Hostel also offers a range of services, from inexpensive dormitories to double rooms with balcony. Restaurant on site too.
Bolivar & Sucre
Hotel
Puerta del sol cabin
Recommended by Vincent, this hotel overlooks the beach, a little away from the more touristy inns. It has a lovely terrace where you can enjoy the view. Breakfast and meals available, dormitories and double rooms with balcony, air conditioning..
Isla Mucura
Bolivar & Sucre
Hotel
Punta Faro Hotel
Isla Mucura’s top-of-the-range hotel with bungalows, private beach, full board and all kinds of activities.
Isla Mucura
Bolivar & Sucre, Isla Mucura
Hostal
Mucura Island Hostel
Hostal Isla Mucura offers all types of accommodation at all prices, from hammocks and dormitory beds to bungallow beds with sea views. Possibly festive atmosphere, private beach access and activities.
Isla Mucura
Bolivar & Sucre, Isla Mucura
Eco Lodge
Dalhandia Hotel
A hotel in Isla Mucura, perhaps a little quieter than the others, with the same constraints and advantages. Cabanas and small private beach.
El Cocuy
Boyaca
Hotel
Hotel Brisas del nevado
Located a little higher up, in Guican, the Brisas del nevado hotel welcomes you in a very mountain chalet atmosphere. The owner will prepare delicious meals and help you prepare for your hikes.
El Cocuy
Boyaca
Finca
Hotel Pinares del Carrizalito
A house full of light and life and a fabulous view of the valley! This is what awaits you just a few km from El Cocuy. A family welcome and the opportunity to take advantage of the owners’ valuable advice and contacts to go hiking.
El Cocuy
Boyaca
Hostal
El caminante Hostal
A hostal recommended by one of our readers, low prices and like almost all the accommodations on site have guides available to accompany you on the various hikes in El Cocuy.
Salento
Quindio
Hostal
El Viajero Hostel Salento
A chain of hostals found in Cartagena, Cali and San Andres. Newly installed in Salento, El viajero offers a wide variety of rooms to suit all budgets, and can accommodate up to 90 people. Having said that, we have to admit that the location they have chosen has everything to seduce!
Salento
Quindio
Hostal
Segrobe City Hostel
Somewhere between a hotel and a hostal, here’s a place where the decor is particularly meticulous! We love the ambiance of this superb colonial house. The location is central, just a few steps from Salento’s main square. But beware: almost all rooms face the street.
Salento
Quindio
Finca
La Cabaña Eco Hotel
A hotel in a sublime traditional Colombian finca. A real value for money, located just outside the village, in the countryside. They offer a wide range of activities, including horseback riding and birdwatching.
Salento
Quindio
Hostal
Yambolombia Hostal
This is the hostal where we stayed on our first visit to Salento. It’s a house on the outskirts of the village, about 20mn from the village on foot, 5mn by Jeep. Gabriel is an endearing character and the atmosphere is cool. Everything is meticulously maintained.
Medellin, Poblado
Antioquia
Hotel
Patio del mundo hotel
So let’s face it, we’re dreaming of spending a night there! May the gods of travel hear us! El Patio del mundo is a beautiful place to spend an exceptional moment… what else!
Medellin, Poblado
Antioquia
Hostal
Garden of Blues Hostel
Located in the El Poblado district, the Garden of Blues hostel is everything we love: a green space in the middle of the city. The whole place is dedicated to plants, and the atmosphere is just great!
Medellin, Poblado
Antioquia
Hostal
Yolo Hostal
Located in the El Poblado district, it’s one of Medellin’s best-selling hostals, but still gets rave reviews. Bonus: you can eat well on site.
El Valle
Choco
Hotel
El Morro B&B
A hotel we wanted to try out but which was fully booked when we came, a hut on the tip of El Almejal beach, with a splendid view directly over the Pacific Ocean and its fabulous sunsets!
Full board: price includes 3 meals a day
El Valle
Choco
Posada
Mama Orbe Eco Farm
From simple cabins on the edge of the Pacific Ocean, a home with Mama Orbe’s family and a unique sea turtle protection project in El Valle, or how to combine business with pleasure. If Mama Orbe is a little far from the village, it’s a real opportunity to disconnect and share with the family, and do the activities with them. Highly recommended!
Bogota, Chapinero
Cundinamarca
Hotel
Hotel Espacio 94
A hotel located close to Parque 93 in the Zona Rosa, a safe neighborhood full of restaurants and bars for going out.
Bogota, Chapinero
Cundinamarca
Appartement
Soy Local apartments
Apartments just a stone’s throw from Parque 93 in the trendy Chico district north of the famous Zona Rosa, for those wishing to stay in this area dedicated to parties and restaurants.
Bogota, Usaquen
Cundinamarca
Hotel
Hill House Suites
A beautiful hotel located in the heart of Usaquen, a stone’s throw from the square.
Bogota, Usaquen
Cundinamarca
Hotel
Zana Hotel
A simple hotel, with basic decor, but clean, functional, with a warm welcome and perfectly located 2 blocks from Parque Usaquen.
Bogota, Candelaria
Cundinamarca
Finca
The Candelaria House Hotel
Ideally located just a stone’s throw from the Gold Museum and the Botero Museum, The Candelaria House offers beautiful guest rooms set in an antique colonial house in La Candelaria. For old-world charm!
Bogota, Usaquen
Cundinamarca
Hostal
Usaquen Station Hostal
A superbly located hostal a stone’s throw from Parque Usaquen, the nicest spot in the neighborhood. A hostal. cheap, simple, but where the warmth of the welcome makes all the difference.
Bogota, Candelaria
Cundinamarca
Hotel
Hotel Casa Deco
A hotel recommended by our readers, with a pretty nice terrace! Views of the mountains and the Monserrate, pleasantly decorated rooms and a warm welcome.
Bogota, Candelaria
Cundinamarca
Hotel
BH Bicentennial
Sam has stayed here and the hotel is up to the standards of fine modern European hotels. Ideally located on the Plaza de los Periodistas, it’s close to the Transmilenio, the Monserrate and the entrance to Candelaria.
Bogota, Candelaria
Cundinamarca
Hostal
Masaya Hostal
Masaya is the success story of 3 Frenchmen who opened this renowned hostal in Bogotá. Since then, smaller ones have sprung up in Santa Marta and San Agustin, the sign of a job well done!
Bogota, Candelaria
Cundinamarca
Hostal
Explora Hostel
A tastefully decorated hostal in the heart of Candelaria, with helpful staff and impeccable cleanliness, offering good value for money.
Bogota, Candelaria
Cundinamarca
Hostal
Botanico Hostal
Located in the Candelaria district, Le Botanico Hostal is renowned for its warm welcome and friendly staff. Its highlight: its garden and terrace overlooking the Monserrate!
Palomino
La Guajira
Hostal
Hostal Media Luna
A hostal recommended by a reader located on the Sierra Nevada side, on the other side of the road so a little far from the beach, but nothing to worry about. The advantage of its location: peace and quiet! Enjoy the hummingbirds dancing in the garden 😉 By the way, it’s the ideal starting point for exploring Seydukwa.
Palomino
La Guajira
Hostal
Finca Escondida
A well-known hotel for those who want to wake up with their feet in the sand and their eyes in the turquoise waters of the Caribbean Sea… a relaxing, surfing atmosphere and a meeting place for a drink or a bite to eat!
Palomino
La Guajira
Hostal
Coco Sankala Hostel
A hostal in the heart of the village of Palomino, so not far from the beach either, in a bamboo and thatch-roofed atmosphere. Dormitories and double rooms.
Costeño Beach
Magdalena
Hostal
Costeño Beach Hostal
Costeño Beach is one of Colombia’s top surfing spots, and this hostal is totally dedicated to this activity in a heavenly setting… Please book for 2 nights minimum!
Buritaca
Magdalena
Eco Lodge, Hostal
Playa Bonita
Still on the outskirts of Buritaca, still in the hostel / ecolodge concept with private beach, here’s another heavenly place offering double rooms, villas and a dormitory option, just a few meters from the beach..
Buritaca
Magdalena
Eco Lodge, Hostal
Viajero Hostel Tayrona
A hostal on the outskirts of Buritaca that’s a little unusual in that it offers both dormitory beds and luxury ecolodges, all right on the beach… lots of activities on offer, and an atmosphere that’s both festive and relaxing, your choice!
Inside, Tayrona Park
Magdalena
Eco Lodge
Posada Yachay Tayrona
Luxury accommodation in the heart of Tayrona Park. Situated 1km from the El Zaino entrance but on a hill, it offers a sublime view of the surrounding mountains.
Close to entrance, Tayrona Park
Magdalena
Hostal
Yuluka Hostel
Located around 5 minutes by bus from the main “El Zaino” entrance to Tayrona Park (bus every 15 minutes), Eco hostal Yukula is a green setting with swimming pool, hammocks, dormitories or rooms in lodge-style cabins.
Close to entrance, Tayrona Park
Magdalena
Hostal
Hostal Manigua
At the Calabazo entrance, a superb hostal, a little more expensive than the campsite but still relatively accessible. Accommodation ranges from dormitories to lovely double rooms, with a jungle atmosphere and swimming pool.
Inside, Tayrona Park
Magdalena
Hostal
Hostal Wachakyta
Please note that the hostel is only accessible by boat. Camping and dormitory-style services at rather high prices, due to the idyllic and isolated setting. You can eat on site, of course.
Inside, Tayrona Park
Magdalena
Eco Lodge
Hostal Teyumakke
Hostal Teyumakke is located inside the park, entering from Calabazo, after a fairly demanding 8km hike (it’s also possible to get there on horseback). Rudimentary wooden huts with palm-fringed roofs, right on the beach, but perfect for disconnecting from the world! (No wifi)
Inside, Tayrona Park
Magdalena
Eco Lodge
Posada Jasayma
One of the few “hard” accommodation options inside Tayrona Park, a 15-minute walk from the El Zaino entrance. The attentive staff provide a haven of peace in the middle of the jungle, including meals with veggie options.
Close to entrance, Tayrona Park
Magdalena
Camping, Eco Lodge
Playa Los Angeles
A semi-private beach 5 minutes from the entrance to Tayrona Park, offering ecolodges and glamping tents on the beach… Recommended.
Cienaga
Magdalena
Hotel
Casa de remedio Boutique Hotel
To continue the dream of living like in a Garcia Marquez book, here’s accommodation in a superb colonial house straight out of another time!
Taganga
Magdalena
Hostal
Casa de Felipe Hostal
A great hostal in Taganga, really. The people at reception are super friendly and super helpful, the rooms are clean and pleasant, the atmosphere is cool, the terrace is great and there’s a “French” restaurant inside that’s really good.
Minca
Magdalena
Eco Lodge
Minca Glamping
Looking for a cosy nest for a romantic night? If so, this may be the place for you, with its charming decor and French-speaking welcome. Ecolodge-style rooms in a dream setting high above Minca!
Minca
Magdalena
Hostal
Mundo nuevo
You’ve certainly heard of this Belgian and his permaculture project in Minca, and here it is! Another of the trendiest accommodations in the heights of Minca. For the peace and quiet, the view of the Sierra, the discovery of an alternative project and the vegetarian food.
Minca
Magdalena
Finca
Finca San Rafael
Welcome to an organic cocoa and coffee finca. This is where we stayed during our visit to Minca. Ask for the room with a view of the Sierra Nevada, just sublime. The room rate includes the coffee/cocoa tour.
Minca
Magdalena
Hostal
Casa Blanca Hostal
A small hostal recommended by our friend Sarah. Located just a few steps from the Minca church, you can stay in the heart of the village. You don’t have a view of the mountains, but you’re in a family atmosphere and the hostal is very inexpensive!
Santa Marta
Magdalena
Hotel
Hotel Cactus
A truly sublime hotel for those who want to enjoy one of the best hotels in Santa Marta, especially the loft room on the roof with direct access to the pool and views of the Sierra Nevada…
Santa Marta
Magdalena
Hotel
Catedral Plaza Hotel
Just for the rooftop swimming pool with a view of the Cathedral… a top-of-the-range hotel with meticulous attention to detail, but with attractive rates depending on the time of year. Treat yourself and enjoy a sunset over the rooftops of Santa Marta.
Santa Marta
Magdalena
Hotel
Casa de Isabella Hotel
A beautiful hotel in a superb colonial house, with huge rooms and a rooftop with a small pool and a view… all at a very affordable price! We understand why readers recommend it.
Santa Marta
Magdalena
Hostal
La Guaca Hostel
A hostal recommended by our readers, super welcoming, great atmosphere and with a lovely patio for cooling off. A little out of the way, it’s a 20-minute walk from the historic center and the Mercado Publico, but it’s not too bad and the price is right.
Santa Marta
Magdalena
Hostal
Republica Hostel
A new concept in the center of Santa Marta, all new and beautiful, with a particularly well-appointed decor and, of course, the swimming pool to match. Dormitories and double rooms.
Santa Marta
Magdalena
Hostal
Masaya Hostal
Opened in Bogotá by a group of French friends, Masaya’s success is such that they have opened the same concept in San Agustin and Santa Marta. The setting is ideal, a magnificent colonial house with swimming pool and rooftop.
Riohacha
La Guajira
Hostal
Bona Vida
A Riohacha success story, Bona Vida now has 4 or 5 (we don’t know) different locations in the city. Always in a colorful atmosphere and with the famous “pancake” breakfast for which it is famous.
Bocagrande, Cartagena
Bolivar & Sucre
Hotel
Morro City hotels
The Bocagrande hotel par excellence, on the front line of the seafront, with its rooftop swimming pool and sea view, a must at sunset… to indulge yourself! 2-night booking required.
Bocagrande, Cartagena
Bolivar & Sucre
Hotel
Oz Hotel
A beautiful second-line hotel in Bocagrande offering all the expected services and modern decor. Good value for money in Bocagrande.
Bocagrande, Cartagena
Bolivar & Sucre
Appartement
Apartment Mar infinitum
Apartments in a huge building overlooking the sea in true Bocagrande style!
Cartagena, Historic center
Bolivar & Sucre
Hostal
El Barrio Hostel
A well-located, clean and welcoming hostal. A hostal yes, but without dormitories, a somewhat hybrid concept offering only private rooms with either a double bed, a single bed or two bunk beds.
Bruselas, Cartagena
Bolivar & Sucre
Hostal
Hotel La terraza de Estella
A large house in the Bruselas district with a roof terrace offering an unusual view of Cartagena. It’s a great deal for those looking for cheap accommodation! The Bruselas neighborhood is safe and 20 minutes by bus from Cartagena’s historic center.
Cartagena, Historic center
Bolivar & Sucre
Hotel
Hotel Alfiz
For those who want to pamper themselves and love beautiful hotels. This upscale hotel was recommended to us by a couple of friends who tested and approved it! Rooftop with jacuzzi and patio with swimming pool…
Cartagena, Historic center
Bolivar & Sucre
Hostal
Maloka Hostel
A hotel / hostal that offers really great facilities and one of the best value for money in Cartagena’s historic center. The small roof terrace can make all the difference in the evening!
Bolivar & Sucre
Hotel
Milat House
A very cute hotel in the heart of Cartagena’s historic center, with the little extra that makes it all worthwhile: the swimming pool on the patio! All for a price that’s still reasonable for Cartagena.
Cartagena, Historic center
Bolivar & Sucre
Hostal
El Viajero Hostel Cartagena
This well-known hostal, which has made a name for itself elsewhere in Colombia, was tested by Sam during his trip in 2016. A word of advice: ask to stay in the “annex” if you want to be quieter.
Cartagena, Getsemani
Bolivar & Sucre
Hotel
Casa Pizarro Hotel Boutique
If you’re looking for fine services, our friends recommend this boutique hotel located just off the Plazuela del Pozo in Getsemani. Charm and pleasure on the agenda!
Cartagena, Getsemani
Bolivar & Sucre
Hotel
Casa Villa Colonial
A little house that doesn’t look like much, but once inside the hotel Casa Villa Colonial offers, as its name suggests, the charm of a beautiful colonial house, with the added bonus of a rooftop and swimming pool! A slightly more expensive hotel, but still recommended by a reader
Cartagena, Getsemani
Bolivar & Sucre
Hostal
One Day Hostel
The One Day hostal in the south of Getsemani was recommended to us by a blog reader. Beyond the colorful facade, the interior is quite sober and modern, with beautiful double rooms.
Cartagena, Getsemani
Bolivar & Sucre
Hostal
La Antigua capsula Hostel
A low-budget hostal in the Getsemani district, a favorite with travelers.
Cartagena, Getsemani
Bolivar & Sucre
Hostal
Mama Waldy Hostel
This hostal in the Getsemani district was tested by Sam in 2013. Since then, a roof terrace with jacuzzi has been added. But don’t expect luxury: this hostal offers rooms with very basic comforts. But it’s perfectly located, right on Calle 9.
Juanchaco
Valle del Cauca
Hostal
Hostal Liliana
Liliana’s hostal in Juanchaco is an explosion of color! The walls of this clean and welcoming hostal in the center of the village are filled with joy.
Juanchaco
Valle del Cauca
Hostal
Pacifico Hostel
Pacifico Hostal has made a name for itself among travelers. An inexpensive option in Juanchaco, on a huge plot in the jungle, wooden cabins, a relaxed atmosphere, a great classic that everyone comes back delighted with!
Ladrilleros
Valle del Cauca
Hostal
Surf House Estilo Libre
A hostal where surfing is at the heart of the activity on the beaches of Ladrilleros and the surrounding area! We offer lessons, good advice and a warm welcome.
Ladrilleros
Valle del Cauca
Hostal
Blue House
A waterfront hostal right on the beach, offering a variety of accommodations to suit all comforts, a Ladrilleros classic where many travelers gather. A two-night minimum reservation is required.
Valle del Cauca
Hostal
Pacheco Guesthouse
Typical accommodation on the Colombian Pacific coast, a wooden shack open to the 4 winds, a bed, basic, simple, but what counts is the warmth of the welcome and… the location: feet in the sand facing the Pacific Ocean!
Pance
Valle del Cauca
Hostal
Hostal Casa Batara
Here’s the perfect place to spend a night at Pueblito Pance before climbing Pico de Loro! Recommended by our friend Victoria, the owner is an avid hiker and knows the Los Farallones NP by heart, so you can go there with your eyes closed.
Silvia
Cauca
Finca
Posada Nakku
Posada Nakky offers small self-contained apartments in traditional Silvia houses at very reasonable prices! On the garden side, the view of the surrounding mountains is enough for the traveler.
Popayan
Cauca
Hotel
Hotel La Plazuela
We’ll take you up on that sublime patio alone! Hotel La Plazuela is located right in the center of Popayan, for those seeking the comfort of a hotel and a beautiful colonial house.
Popayan
Cauca
Hostal
Caracol Hostel
Here’s a hostal where you’ll feel like you’re in for a treat… Perfectly located, quiet, calm, clean and welcoming – just what the traveler in search of rest is looking for in a hostal in Popayan, isn’t it?
Popayan
Cauca
Hostal
Araracuara Hostel
The decor of the Araracuara Hostel leaves no one indifferent: it’s lively, colorful and festive, just like the atmosphere of this hostal in the heart of Popayan. That said, if you’re looking for a place to rest, this may not be the best place 😉
Buga
Valle del Cauca
Hotel
Chrisban Hotel Boutique
A very well-located hotel with beautiful patios overlooking the Buga basilica. In the center, a small, pleasant swimming pool, quality services and top-notch staff!
Buga
Valle del Cauca
Hotel
San Julian Hotel
A perfectly located hotel just a stone’s throw from the Basilica, clean, air-conditioned, attentive staff, and with a swimming pool to top it all off, what else?
Buga
Valle del Cauca
Hostal
Buga Hostel
An inexpensive, well-located hostal with a great terrace and… a bar that brews its own craft beers! Si Si !! Bunk beds only.
Cali, Miraflores
Valle del Cauca
Hotel
Blue Garden House
If you’re looking for a hotel on a quiet street and in a quiet neighborhood, far from the hustle and bustle of the city, Jardin Azul is surely an option for you. A simple, clean hotel in the Miraflores district, with the sweet advantage of a small swimming pool! And in Cali’s heat, that’s something to be appreciated!
Cali, San Antonio
Valle del Cauca
Hostal
Hostal Ruta Sur
A hostel recommended by our readers, located near San Antonio Park in a superb colonial house. Friendly staff, cleanliness, comfort and above all peace and quiet! Lots of private rooms available, and a dormitory area too. No restaurants on site, but the neighborhood is full of them!
Punta de los remedios
La Guajira
Eco Lodge
Awatawaa Ecolodge
Finally, another luxury option, completely lost at the tip of the point, quite far from the village but offering great facilities. Lovers beware.
Punta de los remedios
La Guajira
Hostal
Guajira Beach HoStel
Here’s the low-budget option, a hostal set up in the village by the beach, a mix between a classic hostal with dormitories in a house and bungalows overlooking the sea, a little rootsy but certainly very nice!
Punta de los remedios
La Guajira
Eco Lodge
Playa Kai Glamping
This is where we stayed, and if you’ve read our article, there’s not much to add! 😉 Please note, however, that we’re not talking about backpacker rates, but more Ecolodge-style pleasure rates.
Villa de Leyva
Boyaca
Hostal
Nibiru Hostal
A well-decorated hostel with great facilities at a great price. The house is modern, clean, the breakfast is top-notch and the owners are very friendly!
Villa de Leyva
Boyaca
Hostal
Hostal Casa Beija Flor
Communal areas that make you want to chill out, clean rooms and bathrooms, a friendly welcome… that’s what you’d expect from a good hostal!
Villa de Leyva
Boyaca
Hotel
Hotel Casa Cantabria
A hotel recommended by our readers, located two blocks from Villa de Leiva’s main square, this beautiful colonial house offers excellent value for money. Special mention for the small roof terrace!
Villa de Leyva
Boyaca
Hotel
Hospederia Villa de los Saenz
This address was recommended to us by Angélica’s uncle, who recently tried it out. The hotel is very close to the main square, which is good, it’s clean, traditionally decorated and reasonably priced.
Villa de Leyva
Boyaca
Hotel
Hotel Arco Iris
This is where we stayed during our stay at Villa de Leiva. A beautiful, romantic hotel high above the village, with large bay windows overlooking the surrounding mountains, terrace and fireplace if required… we loved it. The hotel is off the beaten track, so you’ll need to take a cab to get to the village.
Capurgana
Uraba & Cordoba
Hostal
Dive and Green Hostal
We didn’t stay at Dive and Green, but we did try scuba diving with them, and it was great! The reviews of the accommodation suggest that this is also a good option for accommodation in Capurgana.
Sapzurro
Uraba & Cordoba
Eco Lodge
El Caney Cabin
And why not rent an entire super house? Situated high above Sapzurro, with an unrivalled view of the bay, the El Caney cabaña offers original features, with two floors totally open to the outside and the experience of sleeping simply under a mosquito net, listening to the sounds of nature!
Capurgana
Uraba & Cordoba
Finca
Los Robles
For greater comfort, head for Los Robles, which offers charming double rooms overlooking a pretty garden by the sea. Breakfast and catering available on site.
Mompox
Bolivar & Sucre
Hotel
Hotel Bioma
This is where we stayed during our stay in Mompox. Hotel Bioma is perfect for those who want to treat themselves. With its blend of colonial and modern decor, swimming pool on the patio and roof-top overlooking the rooftops of Mompox, it offers top-notch services. To top it all off, the Arepa de Huevo breakfast is delicious!
La Playa de Belen
Norte Santander
Finca
Casa Real Hotel
This is where we stayed and we recommend it 100%! Located a 5-minute drive from the village center, the atmosphere is very tranquil. The rooms are basic but clean, and the terrace overlooking the Estoraques is just perfect!
Giron
Santander
Hotel
Chill Out Hotel
During our stay in Giron, we stayed at the Chill out hotel. Superbly located in the historic center of Giron, the hotel offers beautifully decorated rooms in the colonial style.
Santander
Hotel
Oniri House
Hotel Casa Oniri is where we stayed during our visit to Barichara. It’s a superb boutique hotel located in the heart of the city, just a stone’s throw from Barichara’s main square. The little extra: a rooftop with a view of the cathedral!
Guadalupe
Santander
Finca
Finca La colina de los azulejos
A finca located just 10 minutes’ walk from the village, but with some very nice little houses in the middle of nature.
Guadalupe
Santander
Hostal
Atrapasuenos Hostal
A clean, functional hostal, also a little outside the village but within 5 minutes’ walk of the center. The owners have a bakery where you can have breakfast. A mirador near the hostal offers a beautiful view of the surrounding area.
Guadalupe
Santander
Camping, Hostal
Portal de Don Luis Hotel
El Portal de Don Luis is a finca ideally located just a stone’s throw from Guadalupe’s central square, yet right in the middle of nature. The view over the valley is sublime and Rafael, the owner, is a darling! The facilities are simple, everything is very clean and it was perfect for us! You can pitch your own tent or rent one.
Jardin
Antioquia
Hotel
40 amigos hostel
A beautiful hotel right in the center of Jardin, rooms with balconies, a warm welcome and great value for money!
Jardin
Antioquia
Hotel
Casa Passiflora
A superb colonial house in the heart of Jardin, tastefully decorated for top-quality services. A boutique hotel with top-of-the-range amenities.
Jardin
Antioquia
Hotel
Plantacion Hotel
Sublime, charming hotel in Jardin, attention to every detail, decor to die for and balconies with mountain views… We love it!!!
Jardin
Antioquia
Hostal
Casa Ayahuasca
A hostal for backpackers looking for an arty, alternative atmosphere just 3km from the center of Jardin. The atmosphere, the terrace overlooking nature and the breakfast: top-notch!
Jardin
Antioquia
Hostal
Hostal Romana
A hostal recommended by one of our readers. Simple and inexpensive, it’s ideally located a stone’s throw from the main square, and offers pizzas in the evenings in high season.
Jerico
Antioquia
Hostal
Las cometas Hostel
A hostal recommended by Cristobal himself for those seeking a different atmosphere to El Despertar. Located just outside the Santa Laura Sanctuary on the outskirts of the village.
Jerico
Antioquia
Hotel
Hotel El despertar
This is where we stayed in Jerico during our stay in this beautiful village just a few hours from Medellin. The hotel is just splendid and Cristobal, the owner, is a lovely person who is passionate about his village! A must.
Guatape
Antioquia
Eco Lodge
Bacoa Hostal
Here’s a place we’d love to have discovered during our visit to Guatape, and which we’ll mark with a cross for next time! A little out of the way from the village, just past La Piedra, but in a magical place with sublime rooms to recharge your batteries! Note: offers a cheaper dormitory option
Guatape
Antioquia
Hostal
Casa Kayam
Looking for an arty, backpacker vibe? This is the place for you! Just a 20-minute walk from the village of Guatape, you’ll find a laid-back, backpacker atmosphere
Guatape
Antioquia
Hostal
Oak Tree House
Looking for a pretty double room close to the lake? Just a 10-minute walk from the village of Guatape, Oak Tree House offers great value for money.
Guatape
Antioquia
Hotel
Hotel El Paisaje
Looking for a double room to enjoy the center of Guatape village? You’ve come to the right place!
Guatape
Antioquia
Hostal
Casa de Mama Hostal
As the name suggests, it’s like being at home! Just a 10-minute walk from the village of Guatape, one of the cheapest and best-rated options
Guatape
Antioquia
Hostal
Galeria Guatape Hostel
A place sublimely placed on the lake with a breathtaking view of the Piedra del Peñol! What else…
Santa Elena
Antioquia
Finca
Forest house
Located in Santa Elena, it’s the perfect place to get away from it all! Carlos, the owner, will make you feel right at home, and you’ll never want to leave.
Santa Elena
Antioquia
Eco Lodge
Monte Helicon Ecolodge
Located in Vereda Piedra Gorda, the Monte Helicon eco-lodge is a little bubble of luxury in the middle of nature, with its spa and treatments, it’s the perfect place to relax and be pampered.
Sapzurro
Uraba & Cordoba
Hostal
Casa Mola Hotel
Perhaps the best hostal in Sapzurro, an economical price and a top-notch atmosphere right in the middle of nature, on the heights of Sapzurro.
The best hotels in Colombia
Where to stay in Colombia
To put it simply, these are recommended hotels: hotels we’ve stayed in, hotels you’ve tested, hotels our friends have recommended to us, or hotels that everyone else is raving about on the web.
There’s something for everyone, from the really cheap to prices approaching European standards, and for every taste, from the most basic to the most glamorous hotel.
Of course, depending on the region, the city and the more or less remote location, there are more or less hotels on offer, but generally speaking, you’ll have plenty of choice when it comes to finding a hotel in Colombia.
Types of accommodation in Colombia
The best hotels in Colombia
Posadas and Fincas
Homestay accommodation in the sense that you often stay in the house where the owners also live. Posadas and Fincas are grouped together here, but they can be differentiated by the fact that a Finca is essentially a country house, or even a farm with agricultural activities (coffee, cocoa, etc.). It often offers authentic experiences at the heart of Colombian culture.
Hostals
They often feature communal living areas, such as a lounge, patio or garden, as well as a shared kitchen for cooking. Most hostels offer dormitories with bunk beds, or double rooms for couples looking for a little privacy. The hostal is often the cheapest option for accommodation, but some hostels now offer services worthy of good hotels, with pretty double rooms that can be quite expensive.
Hotels
You’ll find the classic range of services you’d expect to find anywhere in the world. Small, family-run hotels can be very pleasant places where you can really get to know the owners and meet new people. Hotels in small towns or in the countryside often have a very “Colombian” atmosphere and decoration (tiled floors, white walls, basic decor).
Ecohabs and EcoLodges
These are hotels located in the middle of nature, often in magical places, which are supposed to respect and blend in with the surrounding landscape. They can be quite expensive, especially when they’re in remote, hard-to-reach locations. Eco lodges usually offer a special connection with nature, where you feel at home.
Apartments
Apartment rental is slowly developing in Colombia. The advantage of renting an apartment is that you can enjoy a certain degree of independence, perhaps more privacy than in a hotel, and the possibility of being self-sufficient, cooking your own meals and so on. There is starting to be a substantial supply of accommodation in Colombia, both in the big cities and in the countryside.
Do I need to book in advance?
The best hotels in Colombia
Everyone has their own way of preparing for a trip: some like to have everything booked in advance for peace of mind, while others prefer to take care of accommodation on the spot, as the itinerary unfolds.
As we explain in our practical guide to preparing your trip, in Colombia it’s perfectly possible to book your accommodation a few days in advance once you’re in the country, with one small caveat: during the high season in the most popular tourist destinations, hotels/hostels are often fully booked! So try to plan ahead in such cases.
Peak season
From December 1st to January 31th
From June 1st to July 31th
During Holy week (10 days)
During Colombian holiday weekends (Friday to Tuesday)
Our selection of accommodation in Colombia
The best hotels in Colombia
The easiest way to book a hotel or hostal in Colombia is to use an online comparator. For the moment, here are the sites with the largest offers in Colombia:
- Booking.com : offers the largest range of accommodation in Colombia.
- Hostelworld.com : for hostals not found on Booking.
- Airbnb : for appartments
We know that these platforms aren’t ideal for hoteliers in general, but we also know that in Colombia it’s the best way for them to be truly visible on the Internet and to have access to a reservation platform. Hoteliers can’t always afford a website with an online payment solution.
Our recommended addresses
In the meantime, we’ve carefully selected accommodation in Colombia that should satisfy most of you! Most of them have been tried and tested by us, by readers of the blog or by friends and family in Colombia. So you can go there with your eyes closed. As for the rest, these are mostly addresses with serious references, offering good service and garnering a high percentage of positive reviews!