Must-see hotels in Cali & Southwest Colombia

  • Hotel La Plazuela

    Popayán

    In a beautiful, whitewashed mansion complete with a lovely courtyard, this classy hotel has been fully refurbished but still retains much of the original…

  • Hotel Santa Isabel II

    Cali & Southwest Colombia

    This large hotel has a variety of comfortable modern rooms with faux-wood floors and massive flat-screen TVs, although the ceilings can be a tad low. It…

  • Villa Paraiso

    Cauca & Huila

    One of the most comfortable choices in Villavieja, Villa Paraiso offers smallish, whitewashed rooms with bright splashes of color, private bathrooms, air…

  • Hacienda Anacaona

    Cauca & Huila

    This peaceful colonial-style hotel is a comfortable option set amid a well-maintained garden. Rooms are spacious and good value although bathrooms are a…

  • Hotel Casa Madrigal

    Cali & Southwest Colombia

    Popular with business travelers, this well-equipped hotel has spacious rooms with king-size beds, work desks and all the mod-cons. The ample bathrooms…

  • Casa Miraflores

    Cali

    On a quiet residential street a 15-minute walk from San Antonio, this supremely laid-back hostel has bright, comfortable rooms and fine common areas. Its…

  • La Casa Azul

    Cali

    Conveniently located in Centenario within walking distance of many attractions, this modern guesthouse has large air-conditioned rooms with flat-screen…

  • Reserva Natural Anahuac

    Cali & Southwest Colombia

    Anahuac is a small private nature reserve amid secondary forest next to Río Pance. There are a variety of very basic rooms in a couple of worn lodge…

  • Casa Pastoral

    Cali & Southwest Colombia

    Run by nuns for a long time, this large, simple hotel now caters to both pilgrims and casual visitors alike. Some rooms have views of the church and all…

  • Parklife Hostel

    Popayán

    You'd be hard pressed to find a hostel with a better location than Parklife's – it's attached to the cathedral wall. The common areas are a blend of…

  • Hostal Noches de Saturno

    Cauca & Huila

    A short walk from the Observatorio Astronómico de la Tatacoa, this popular place has a small shady garden and a pool. The simple, clean rooms catch a bit…

  • Hostal Huaka-Yo

    Cauca & Huila

    Just a couple of hundred meters beyond the Parque Arqueológico, this large hotel is surrounded by forest and manicured lawns. Good-value rooms are modern,…

  • Campground Observatorio

    Cauca & Huila

    Behind the Observatorio Astronómico de la Tatacoa is this large campsite with room for 40 tents. You can also rent a musty tent or a hammock for COP$14…

  • Hostal Casa del Rio

    Cali & Southwest Colombia

    Mocoa's original hostel – now run by a local family – stands amid lush gardens beside a gushing river. It has a collection of spartan rooms, some with air…

  • Hotel Sello Dorado

    Cali & Southwest Colombia

    Surrounded by car-parts outlets and located within walking distance of Pasto's center, this modern hotel offers good value, even if neither the decor nor…

  • La Casa del Viento

    Cali & Southwest Colombia

    Darién's only hostel feels more like a houseshare; it has just a couple of rooms, a small dorm and a rooftop terrace. Guests can use the small kitchen and…

  • Café Tostaky

    Cali

    Right in the heart of San Antonio, this popular hostel with a welcoming owner has basic but functional rooms that are unlikely to make your social media…

  • Hotel Los Andes

    Cali & Southwest Colombia

    Once one of the flashest places in town, Los Andes is no longer top-shelf but it's still a reliable option. It has 33 acceptable rooms set around an…

  • Casa Familiar Turística

    Popayán

    The cheapest place to stay in the historic center, Popayán's original budget digs are a good option for those looking to immerse themselves in local…

  • Hotel El Refugio

    Cauca & Huila

    The most comfortable option right near the Tierradentro museums, this community-run hotel has a big pool and tidy, if slightly generic, rooms with…

  • Mi Casita

    Cauca & Huila

    One of the best options near the Museo Arqueológico, this basic but popular place has extremely friendly owners and a pleasant garden with mountain views…

  • La Maison Violette

    Cali

    This colorful hostel on the edge of San Antonio has tastefully decorated rooms, spacious suites and a rooftop terrace with panoramic views of the city. It…

  • Hotel Colonial

    Popayán

    This efficient small hotel in a colonial house in the center is decent value. The rooms have comfortable beds, flat-screen TVs and small bathrooms,…

  • Posada San Antonio

    Cali

    Occupying an old colonial building in San Antonio, this peaceful hotel has spacious rooms with private bath and cable TV, set around a pleasant courtyard…

  • Gran Hotel

    Cali & Southwest Colombia

    Located in a commercial neighborhood a short walk from Ipiales' center, this friendly hotel has comfortable, tidy rooms with plasma TV screens and hot…

  • Residencias y Restaurante Pisimbalá

    Cauca & Huila

    The rooms here are set inside a family house and most have private bathrooms. The restaurant serves good, cheap meals (COP$7500 to COP$16,000) including…

  • Arte Hostel

    Popayán

    A neat, low-key hostel in the historic center run by a young local couple. Rooms surround a social area in the central courtyard: request one at the front…

  • Hospedaje Tierradentro

    Cauca & Huila

    Offers clean, snug rooms located in a modern building at the back of the main house. It's a little more private than many of the other budget options here.

  • La Tranquilidad del Desierto

    Cauca & Huila

    A low-cost option right across the road from the Observatorio Astronómico Astrosur, with basic accommodations (without mosquito nets – bring your own),…