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The staff

Stayed in February 2025

If you don't like walking you won't like the 5 - 10 minute walk to the main road but otherwise this place is paradise.

Location next to the river was beautiful, the staff were extremely helpful and friendly, the flora and fauna around the hostel was amazing, it was a hidden gem tucked away from all the tourists. Its a shirt walk to the main road and as soon as you cross the road there is a moto taxi stand where you can catch a bike in Guachaca town. The buses also stop directly opposite the road that EcoHostal is down.

Stayed in August 2024

The most beautiful, peaceful spot we’ve stayed! The river was right there for us to relax and cool down in. We arrived Sunday and the river had all the locals playing and listening to music. Was a fab day! The hosts are incredible. And their dogs became my best friends haha.

Stayed in August 2024

Lovely place - will come again however…you need to know the property is 600metre walk from the road. Be ready for that each time you arrive and leave.

Stayed in March 2024

Nearly everything was good. I missed a little bit access to fridge, but it’s a small detail.

Location in a peaceful, quiet beautiful spot. Very nice host. Delicious breakfast.

Stayed in March 2024

Good place to chill and be close to the nature. The owner is so sweet. The food there is amazing, cooked with love and care like from grandmother. All rooms have a place to work and nice views. Also we enjoyed the river so much! And waterfalls in neighborhood. We could also make a laundry. We extended our stay because it was so good. Highly recommend. Place with a people with beautiful hearts. 😊👌✨

Stayed in February 2024

The river is beautiful and the wildlife is all around you The staff were super sweet and accommodating

Stayed in February 2024

There weren’t many other backpackers there

The family was very hospitable and the food was good. The river was beautiful and so was a nearby hike to a waterfall.

Stayed in January 2024

It’s far away to the beach

They are warm family to care about you and your necessities, the room was fine and the bed was confortable. Support local

Stayed in January 2024

Nothing

The owners and the property

Stayed in January 2024

Although the rooms are private, the upper part of the wall is open, so you hear the other guests, sleeping, talking, using the bathroom,... We had a big thunderstorm which was impressive and very loud as the walls are open. The upside about the location is also the downside, there is not much to do, except to take a nap/look for birds or to take a walk to the beach (1 hour away). Ideal for relaxing. No hot water in the bathroom, but not necessary in this climate. Depends on what sort of stay you are looking for.

Very friendly and helpful family, beautiful place with lots of flowers and plants. Away from the touristy, typical places. Clean rooms, equipped with mosquito nets and ventilator, very nice view from the balcony. Close to the riverside. Good breakfast (arepa con queso, huevos, fruit, coffee).

Stayed in December 2023

The place is absolutely beautiful. It is very peaceful and you can see lots of plants and animals. It was really easy to reach by bus, and also get to beaches and parque Tayrona by public transport too. Dona Petra and the other girls were lovely and made us feel really welcome.

Stayed in June 2023

Lovely helpful family who can help you with everything you need. Beautiful location to relax but also a short taxi from some of the nearby beaches and attractions

Stayed in April 2023

There was a large gap in the door so bugs did get in but also you are in a remote area so bugs are around. Sometimes the wifi cut out at night.

This property was gorgeous. Right on the river with nice views and good places to hang in hammocks with plants and birds all around and a little pond with frogs(which were a bit loud haha). The room was fine, good beds but small. The wifi was decent. The family that runs the place was very kind and helpful. About a 7 min walk from the road to easily catch the bus or a 20 min walk down the road to the main town where the shops and food is.

Stayed in March 2023

They don't take card or use dataphone. However you can withdraw cash in the town puerto nuevo some 20 mins away walking.

Amazing location near to the river with a small beach where the water is deep enough to cover you. The room in itself was spotless with comfortable beds. Although you are just some 600 meters from the highway you don't hear any noise from the vehicles. The caretakers, especially Petra, make you feel right at home and prepare really nice food as long as you ask with some time.

Stayed in February 2023

It felt like I was visiting my mom and dad,

Stayed in December 2022

We had a great time at Palmares del Río! The place is beautiful, next to the Guachaca river and close to very nice hiking paths. Petra, Crisol, Jhonatan and the rest of the staff were extremely kind and made us feel at home.

Stayed in January 2023

The only disappointment is that I have to leave.

Extended my stay instantly. It’s an oasis of relaxation away from the crowded tourist areas that surround Tayrona Park. Everything is clean, the staff is the best ever and who doesn’t like sleeping while listening to the birdsong of the jungle? For a perfect experience stay a few days! With the bus you can reach the beach and Tayrona very fast.

Stayed in December 2022

Only a couple of little things: the wifi didnt work in our room (but it is really good in the main areas, so not too big of a deal.) important note for those who are less-able-bodied, the hostal has a lot of stairs, so it may be tricky for you if you are less mobile!

The property itself is so so beautiful - quaint rooms, with quiet surroundings close to the river. the bed was super comfy and all come with an insect net. our room was equipped with a fan and an air conditioning and a little ensuite bathroom. the highlight of our stay was Petra and her wonderful family, as well as the delicious breakfast she made every morning (which was included in our stay). we opted to eat at the hostal and we were not disappointed at all - we had amazing meals that we discussed with Petra in the morning and she would russle up something even better than we had imagined every evening! the super friendly dogs and being directly next to the river - which is great to swim in was a bonus. in terms of transport, the track runs 600m by car to the hostal (probably better with a 4x4) or a 300m walk (by the 300m sign there is a separate pathway with steps that takes you down to the hostal). it is also great in terms of location, being a 12minute bus ride to Tayrona Park, a 5minute bus from Guachaca (supermarket and a couple of restaurants) or a 20minute walk. All in all, we really enjoyed our stay and cannot recommend this place enough!

Stayed in April 2023

petra is such a lovely lady!! she runs this beautiful lush place directly by the river. it’s very quiet and you can hike around the area. she has some lovely dogs too. she made us fresh breakfast and dinner. it’s a simple place with basic amenities but we thought it was comfortable enough. great value, we would love to come back some day :)

Stayed in February 2023

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Stayed in April 2025

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Stayed in April 2023

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Stayed in January 2023

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Stayed in January 2023