Must-see hotels in Cali & Southwest Colombia

  • Hotel Casa Lopez

    Cali & Southwest Colombia

    In a perfectly restored colonial home in the center, this family-run hotel is in a league of its own in terms of comfort, service and attention to detail…

  • La Sucursal Hostel

    Cali

    Very sociable without being a party place, this large, colorful hostel is run by the awesome José, who goes above and beyond the call of duty for his…

  • Casa Alegre Art Gallery

    Cali

    In a handy San Antonio location for dining out and taking salsa classes, this is a characterful, converted colonial house with a greenery-filled courtyard…

  • Lucho Libre

    Cali & Southwest Colombia

    Ten minutes' walk to the center of Pasto, this hostel is a superb addition to the backpacker scene. Whether you're surveying the city from the lofty…

  • Jardín Azul

    Cali

    In a converted house on a hill near the colonial sector east of the center, this spotless small hotel has spacious, bright rooms with big beds and…

  • Le Soleil Hostel

    Popayán

    A block and a half from the Parque del Morro, this supercozy hostel gets a lot of things right: comfortable beds, spotless, tiled rooms, funky common…

  • El Patio Hostel

    Cali

    Smack bang in the middle of the San Antonio neighborhood, this hostel deserves every ounce of praise it gets for the warmth and hospitality of owners…

  • Hotel Dann Monasterio

    Popayán

    A Franciscan monastery turned hotel offering elegant but not particularly luxurious rooms set around a vast arcaded courtyard. It's an impressive building…

  • La Fonda Pance

    Cali & Southwest Colombia

    Hands down the best choice for travelers in the area, La Fonda is a relaxing spot with comfortable modern rooms, mountain views and a huge garden divided…

  • Casa Hospedaje La Bohemia

    Cali & Southwest Colombia

    A 10-minute stroll from the main plaza, this family-run hostel has a home-away-from-home vibe, with a clutch of spacious, colorful dorms and private rooms…

  • Hostal Casona Tulcán

    Popayán

    Owner Santiago has put a lot of love and care into this hostel, and it shows. The rooms sparkle, the beds are comfy and covered with colorful comforters,…

  • Hostería Los Veleros

    Cali & Southwest Colombia

    The best hotel on the lake, Los Veleros is part of the Comfandi complex, and prices include two meals and admission to the recreation center and pools…

  • Casa de Alférez

    Cali

    This ultraluxurious hotel offers elegant rooms with king-sized beds, spacious bathrooms and French windows that open onto small balconies on a lovely,…

  • Huaca Huaca Hostel

    Cali & Southwest Colombia

    The last place to stay on the path up to the Fin del Mundo, this tranquil hostel is a fine base for hiking to the waterfall and swimming holes. Basic…

  • Chalet Guamuez

    Cali & Southwest Colombia

    This faux-Swiss resort has tidy rooms overlooking a flower-filled garden that runs down to the lake. The basic rooms are fine but the pricier options are…

  • El Viajero

    Cali

    In a renovated colonial house, El Viajero is a popular choice among young travelers looking to hang out on the fairy-light-strung poolside patio or to…

  • Posada Turistico Dantayaco

    Cali & Southwest Colombia

    A solid midrange choice near the entrance to the Fin del Mundo waterfall. While the rooms in the main house are basic, the wood-floored cabañas out the…

  • Hotel Los Balcones

    Popayán

    Climb 200-year-old stone stairs to your spacious room in this regal 18th-century abode. The place has an almost-medieval feel, with antique furniture,…

  • La Casa Café

    Cali

    For an old-school, no-frills backpacking experience head to this cafe-bar, which rents good-value dorm beds and private rooms on the 2nd floor of its…

  • Casa Faroles

    Cali

    You'll receive a warm welcome at this excellent-value little hotel run by an affable ex-NYC cop and his caleña wife. Rooms are spacious, spotless and well…

  • Hostal La Terraza de San Antonio

    Cali

    The owners of this welcoming establishment – the tireless Juan Carlos and Damaris – have earned the place many fans with their hospitality. It's located…

  • Hostel Caracol

    Popayán

    In a renovated colonial house, this homey hostel is popular with laid-back independent travelers. It has smallish but comfortable rooms set around a…

  • Hotel Suma Wasi

    Cali & Southwest Colombia

    Located on a hillside on the southern outskirts of town, this is Mocoa's fanciest place to stay. Modern rooms are fairly standard Colombian business-hotel…

  • Koala Inn

    Cali & Southwest Colombia

    Set in a large colonial house with wooden floors, Pasto's original hostel is bouncing back after years of low tourism. The owner speaks excellent English,…

  • Hotel Sindamanoy

    Cali & Southwest Colombia

    An aging but elegant chalet boasting a spectacular location overlooking Isla Corota. While the views are impressive, some of the rooms are a little bit…

  • Now Hotel

    Cali

    This arty boutique place is a good option if you want comfort but a bit more character than a chain hotel. It has an industrial-chic theme with plenty of…

  • Hostel Trail

    Popayán

    This popular budget choice is a friendly, modern place on the edge of the colonial center with everything weary travelers need. There's fast internet,…

  • Ruta Sur

    Cali

    This homey, welcoming hostel in a converted colonial house in the heart of San Antonio is popular with travelers looking for a quiet base in a central…

  • Royal Class Hotel

    Cali & Southwest Colombia

    Within easy walking distance of Ipiales' restaurants, this hotel probably won't make your social media posts, but for all the right reasons. Staff are…

  • 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…

  • 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 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…