Where to stay in Colombia
Colombia has a broad range of accommodation, from international hotel chains and luxury properties to small guesthouses, hostels and family-run hotels. Bogotá, Medellín, Cartagena and Cali offer the greatest choice, while accommodation in smaller towns tends to consist of independent hotels and guesthouses.
Cartagena and other Caribbean destinations have numerous boutique hotels, particularly in restored colonial buildings, as well as beachfront resorts. In the coffee-growing region, traditional fincas (farms and country estates) provide accommodation amid coffee plantations and mountain scenery. Rural lodges and eco-lodges are also found around national parks and nature reserves.
In the Amazon, accommodation ranges from hotels in Leticia to jungle lodges reached by river, some of which include meals, excursions and transfers as part of the stay. Facilities can be considerably simpler in remote areas, and electricity, hot water, air conditioning and internet access should not always be assumed.
Hostels are widespread in the main tourist destinations and are particularly plentiful in Bogotá, Medellín, Cartagena, Santa Marta and Salento. During major festivals, public holidays and the Christmas and New Year period, popular accommodation can fill quickly, so booking ahead is advisable.
Camping is available in some national parks, nature reserves and privately operated campsites, particularly in mountainous and rural areas. Facilities vary considerably, from organised sites with toilets and showers to basic pitches with few amenities.
Camping within protected areas is permitted only at designated sites where authorised, and some parks require visitors to use approved accommodation or guides. Wild camping should not be undertaken without permission from the landowner or relevant authority.
Conditions vary greatly with altitude and region. Campers should be prepared for heavy rain and humidity in tropical areas and cold nights at higher elevations. In remote areas, visitors should confirm local conditions and access arrangements before setting out.
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