Capurganá & Sapzurro
A staircase-climb from the border with Panama, the Wittenberg has a single cabin room and a shelter with space to sling seven hammocks. The main draw is…
Must-see hotels in Caribbean Coast
Islas del Rosario
This Isla Grande ecotourism option is run by the charming Ana Rosa. It's all very basic and rustic, but it's a wonderful place to disconnect from the…
Barranquilla
It's fastidiously clean, and has bright communal areas and a small pool, but the Casona is let down by its rooms: most are small and dark, with windows…
Cartagena
Walk through a handicrafts shop to get to this friendly little place. If it were located in Getsemaní, it could only charge half this much for what is…
Minca
On one of the highest points in the town itself, this hostel offers views of both sea and mountains. It also has three dormitories (all bunks have…
Cartagena
Earplugs are your friend at this old-school joint on a rowdy street in Getsemaní. The busy dorm is cramped, but there's free coffee and internet access…
Caribbean Coast
Unspectacular hotel with a clean, uncluttered interior and bright rooms equipped with air-con and flat-screen TVs. This is as good as it gets in Turbo and…
Tolú
Three blocks from the waterfront, this German-run hostel/hotel offers a friendly space highlighted by its thatched-roof outdoor TV lounge. There's a…
Minca
With its prime location practically on top of the Rio Gaira and its well-appointed rooms full of the Italian-Colombian owners’ art, Sierra’s Sound is a…
Cartagena
A good place to soak up some restored colonial atmosphere without taking out a second mortgage, Casa Relax is recommended mainly for its large swimming…
Cartagena & Around
If you want to stay close to the water, friendly local José offers appealing tents under thatched roofs that sleep three to four, hammocks (with mosquito…
La Guajira Peninsula
In a wonderful position right on the bay, Hospedaje Alexandra offers views of wild flamingos and thick mangrove forests below. It has basic but charming…
Tolú
The 'sailboat' is right on the seafront and has the waves at its door. The welcome is warm and the rooms are very comfortable; all boast TVs, fridges and…
La Guajira Peninsula
Luzmilla offers jaw-dropping bay views, and accommodations that, while modern, are still fairly basic.
