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Hotel Kawa Mountain Retreat

Armenia · Colombia

Fca Altos De CocoraView location

9.8/10Excellent170 Reviews
Cleanliness9.8/109.8
Service10.0/1010.0
Comfort9.8/109.8
Condition9.6/109.6
Amenities9.6/109.6
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About Hotel Kawa Mountain Retreat

With a stay at Hotel Kawa Mountain Retreat in Salento, you'll be in the mountains, within a 10-minute drive of Cocora Valley and Calle Real. This spa hotel is 0. 7 mi (1. 1 km) from Mirador Alto de la Cruz and 1. 3 mi (2 km) from Main Square.

Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a fireplace in the lobby. Featured amenities include multilingual staff, luggage storage, and coffee/tea in a common area.

Guests may use a roundtrip airport shuttle for a surcharge, and free self parking is available onsite. At Hotel Kawa Mountain Retreat, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Mingle with other guests at the complimentary reception, held daily. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge.

A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM. Make yourself at home in one of the 25 guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms with showers are provided. Conveniences include complimentary bottled water, and housekeeping is provided daily.

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When you stay at Hotel Kawa Mountain Retreat in Salento, you'll be in the mountains, within a 10-minute walk of Cocora Valley and Mirador Alto de la Cruz. This spa hotel is 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Calle Real and 1.3 mi (2 km) from Main Square.

Make yourself at home in one of the 25 guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms with showers are provided. Conveniences include complimentary bottled water, and housekeeping is provided daily. Featured amenities include multilingual staff, luggage storage, and coffee/tea in a common area.

Guests may use a roundtrip airport shuttle for a surcharge, and free self parking is available onsite.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking available
Airport transfers
Dining services
Concierge
Spa
Entertainment
Smoking areas

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 3:00 PM
Check-in until 9:00 PM
Check-out until 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

No elevators Professional property host/manager Pets not allowed

Important information

  • Property Alerts

    You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

    • You may be required to pay the following charge at the property: Colombia Value-Added Tax (VAT) at 19%. A VAT exemption is available to travelers who present a valid passport and tourist visa showing they are not a resident of Colombia and who pay using a foreign card or via a bank transfer from outside Colombia. This exemption applies only to tourist package bookings (accommodation plus other travel services).

    We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

  • You need to know
    • If you are traveling with a child your property may require you to present the following documents: Parents traveling into Colombia with a child under 18 may be required to present the child's birth certificate and photo ID (passport for non-Columbian visitors) upon check-in. If a relative or legal guardian is traveling into Colombia with the child, that relative or legal guardian may be required to present a notarized consent of travel signed by both parents and a copy of both parents' ID. If only one parent is traveling into Colombia with the child, that parent may be required to present a notarized consent of travel signed by the other parent. Visitors who plan to travel with children should consult with a Colombian consulate office prior to travel for further guidance.
    • Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
  • Special Instructions
    The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
    • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
    • Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
    • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
    • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
    • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
    • Property Registration Number 96621
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Optional fees
    • Rollaway bed fee: COP 200000.0 per night

    The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

  • Spoken Language

    English

    Spanish

Nearby attractions

Mirador Alto de la Cruz 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Cocora Valley 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Calle Real 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
Main Square 1.6 km / 1 mi
Reserva Natural Acaime 11 km / 6.8 mi
Bosques de Cocora 12.3 km / 7.6 mi
Otún Quimbaya Flora and Fauna Sanctuary 18.4 km / 11.4 mi
Parque De La Vida 18.9 km / 11.8 mi
Immaculate Conception Parish of Filandia 21.6 km / 13.5 mi
Street Stuck in Time 21.7 km / 13.5 mi
Bejuco to Basket Interpretation Center 22 km / 13.7 mi
Museo del Oro Quimbaya 22.1 km / 13.8 mi
Barbas Bremen Nature Reserve 22.4 km / 13.9 mi
Mirador Colina Iluminada 22.9 km / 14.2 mi
Metropolitan Cultural Convention Centre of Quindío 23.4 km / 14.6 mi

Hotel facilities & services

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  • Total number of rooms: 25
  • hotel
  • Car park
  • Wi-fi
  • Multilingual staff
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • TV lounge
  • Spa treatments
  • Breakfast
  • Breakfast buffet
  • Picnic
Upon availability

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  • DOUBLE PREMIUM KING BEDDOUBLE • PREMIUM KING BEDDBL.KG-PI

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    DOUBLE PREMIUM KING BED

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    Room code: DBL.KG-PI

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  • DOUBLE DELUXE MOUNTAIN VIEWDOUBLE • DELUXE MOUNTAIN VIEWDBL.DX-VN

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    DELUXE MOUNTAIN VIEW

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    DOUBLE DELUXE MOUNTAIN VIEW

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    DELUXE MOUNTAIN VIEW

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    Room code: DBL.DX-VN

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  • DOUBLE COMFORTDOUBLE • COMFORTDBL.OM

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    DOUBLE COMFORT

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    Room code: DBL.OM

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  • DOUBLE LUXURYDOUBLE • LUXURYDBL.LX

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    Room code: DBL.LX

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  • Cabin DELUXE KING BEDCabin • DELUXE KING BEDCAB.DX-KG

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    Guests: 2–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
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    Cabin DELUXE KING BED

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    Room code: CAB.DX-KG

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  • DOUBLE SUPERIOR KING BEDDOUBLE • SUPERIOR KING BEDDBL.KG-SU

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    DOUBLE SUPERIOR KING BED

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    Room code: DBL.KG-SU

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  • DOUBLE STANDARDDOUBLE • STANDARDDBL.ST

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    STANDARD

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    Room code: DBL.ST

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Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Hotel Kawa Mountain Retreat

9.8
Excellent
170 Reviews
Cleanliness
9.8 /10
Service
10.0 /10
Comfort
9.8 /10
Condition
9.6 /10
Amenities
9.6 /10
75 reviews shown
10/10
Exceptional
31 Jul 2026
Melanie
Un des meilleurs hôtels où nous avons séjourné, qualité de la nourriture exceptionnelle, vue époustouflante, personnel très attentionné et souriant ! Allez-y sans hésiter!
10/10
Exceptional
24 Jul 2026
Denali
Upon arrival you realize that booking a stay here was the best choice. It is definitely a mountain retreat and besides the tours that we went on during the day, we didn’t want to leave. Nothing can beat relaxing on the hammock on your balcony, being surrounded by nature, waking up with the most incredible views, the breakfast was scrumptious and we didn’t want to have dinner anywhere else, it was a gourmet experience.
10/10
Exceptional
29 May 2026
Raza
Stayed here for 3 nights, staff were very helpful and friendly, food at the restaurant was great and the overall stay was perfect! Amazing location and some of the best views in Salento. Would recommend for anyone visiting.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
29 May 2026
Viviana
The hotel was very cozy, and the staff were friendly and polite. The breakfast was delicious. The small town, within walking distance of the hotel, was colorful, and the people were very friendly.
Friends
10/10
Exceptional
12 May 2026
mauricio
Breakfast was amazing, very good
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
11 May 2026
mauricio
Excellent breakfast
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
02 May 2026
Ruby
Amazing massage service !
10/10
Exceptional
29 Apr 2026
Rajiv
Amazing property with panoramic views. The staff are exceptional in terms of service. Breakfast is outstanding. The dinner too was excellent.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
15 Apr 2026
Bilal
Beautiful views, amazing hospitality, convenient location, quiet and relaxing, delicious food
Friends
10/10
Exceptional
06 Apr 2026
thomas
Such a great stay. Great property, location and service. Enjoyable walk into town. Luis and the team are great. Hope to be back again.
10/10
Exceptional
22 Mar 2026
Diana
The room was right next to the reception area. And we could hear everything outside our room. There wasn’t any air conditioning therefore we have to keep the window open for fresh air. The breakfast was great. The view was amazing. I would definitely stay there again except next time I would request ann upgrade of my room.
10/10
Exceptional
15 Mar 2026
Kelly
A must stay! The views from kawa are worth the stay alone, however the staff is also incredible. The jacuzzi is a really nice touch and food for breakfast, cocktails, and dinner were all some of the best in town. The staff goes out of their way to make your stay as easy and enjoyable as possible, and we’re readily available via WhatsApp as questions came up. Again great place, great staff, great stay
Friends
10/10
Exceptional
10 Mar 2026
Benjamin
Friendly staff, stunning views, and coz property. Great food at the restaurant (loved the cocktails especially!)
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
04 Jan 2026
Heather
Wonderful staff and property
10/10
Exceptional
09 Dec 2025
Sahar
This hotel is a must, from their breakfast, the view, staff and how kind and friendly everyone was! Make sure to be specific with your rooms when you book the view from our room was perfect but as it was located by the entrance there was not much privacy! But everything was perfect and highly recommend them in every aspect! Do not skip this hotel.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
30 Nov 2025
Umair
From the start to finish this was great. Daneila was amazing she greeted us with great smile and couldn’t enough to make us feel happy. The room great. Comfortable bed and premium sheets. The view was to die for. Would definitely come to visit them again.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
13 Nov 2025
Beth
Everything about this hotel was wonderful. The ecocabin I had was comfortable and relaxing with great views, and the staff is warm, helpful, and fun.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
27 Oct 2025
joanna
So many variety of fruits offered during breakfast. The view is amazing anywhere in the property.
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
29 Jun 2025
DIEGO
Thanks to everybody, it was a amazing experience.
Leisure Family
6/10
Pleasant
19 Jun 2025
Niamh
Nice stay at Kawa in a truly stunning location, however, considering the price we paid, the value for money was poor. Our jacuzzi was broken on arrival and after a back and forth between management, other room options were suggested which were less than what we had paid for originally and we were not offered any monetary discount.

We had an apology from Luis but not from the manager on duty at the time, who continued to be aloof during our stay.

The breakfast was lovely and the views from the room were great. A shame that the manageress was rude during our stay and her customer service was not what you would expect given the rating of the accommodation.

Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
29 May 2025
CORINNA
Excellent and outstanding property - it is much more beautiful than the pictures can show. The staff is super friendly and go above and beyond to help the guests. Breakfast and dinner were a highlight as well. Beautiful surroundings!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
10 Apr 2025
Santiago
Great place to disconnect and rest!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
31 Mar 2025
Allyson

Incredible views with even better service

Absolutely loved the stay at Hotel Kawa. The property is incredible -- beautiful views right above the town of Salento. The room could not have been better. Very comfortable and the private jacuzzi was a huge plus. The staff, particularly Daniela, could not have been more helpful and accommodating. The food was also excellent -enjoyed both dinner and breakfast on the property. I would absolutely stay at this property again and recommend it to anyone looking for a relaxing, luxury stay at a very reasonable price point.
10/10
Exceptional
28 Mar 2025
Steve
Prior to our visit, we read all the positive reviews and our stay exceeded our high expectations. Everything about this place is fantastic: the stunning views, tranquil setting, comfortable room and excellent service. The charming lobby/dinning area was a perfect setting to enjoy the breakfast of an assortment of fresh fruits, coffee and selected entré. In the evening, we enjoyed drinks in front of the wood burning fireplace.
The location was perfect for our four days of exploring the region. We found the walk into Salento a little steep and tiring, so we used a driver that charged 15,000 pesos each way which worked out great. Can’t recommend Kawa enough!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
20 Mar 2025
patricia
Stunning property with delightful staff!
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
07 Feb 2025
Rina

Our stay in Waka Mountain Retreat in Salento was fantastic! Although getting to the hotel was a bit inconvenient due to the dirt road that initially seemed sketchy, it was absolutely worth it once we arrived. The location is perfect, giving you the feeling of being in the middle of the forest while actually being just a 5-minute walk from the town.
The rooms are beautifully decorated, combining the natural environment with modern comforts. The food was amazing for both dinner and breakfast, and the staff was outstanding. Special thanks to Carlos at the reception and Albany in the restaurant for being so nice and helpful.
The only downside was the rooms next to the main building, which have a large window that can be bothersome due to the lack of privacy and noise barrier. We could hear everything when there were food deliveries to the restaurant or pick-ups for excursions, as if there were no walls. However, when we requested to switch rooms, the staff accommodated our request, which was fantastic.
Overall, we had a great stay and would recommend booking a room away from the main building for a more peaceful experience!
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
27 Jan 2025
Vanessa
This was a nice change of scenery . Perfect views and relaxation. The staff were wonderful and accommodating .

My only cons
1. More options for vegan/vegetarians ( including options dairy free milk )
2. Restaurant is closed Sundays so it would be nice if they had a little convenience store on the property that sells snacks , drinks etc
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
06 Jan 2025
Karen
It was beautiful
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
02 Jan 2025
William
KAWA is stunning! Loved how it was a little off the beaten path but still convenient to get into town. Impeccable service and I want to take the property dog with me! Too cute!
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
28 Dec 2024
Darin
Made to relax. Amazing!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
25 Nov 2024
Emily
Excellent experience staying here. Would definitely recommend!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
23 Nov 2024
Paul
Very scenic and secluded location. Would highly recommend. Staff were incredible.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
17 Nov 2024
David
It was a great place to stay, with the benefit of a mountain location and easy access to town by taking a shortcut on the property. Note that it is a good uphill hike back from town. A taxi or tuk-tuk may be a better idea coming back at night. Our room was next to the parking lot and was noisy as trucks and cars came in and out. It was the building right beside the main building. They have more secluded units that I would encourage you to get. I recommend this place.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
11 Nov 2024
Andres
A real pleasure!

Stayed there for one night with my 12 year old son before embarking in an MTB 107 km ride. Couldn’t have made a better choice; Kawa was the perfect beginning.

The place, even though not in the centre of town still is walkable through a beautiful path 10 min.
Had a cabin with a spectacular view of the canyon. One of the nicest bathroom I have ever encountered.
Dinner was an absolute delight. Presentation, quality, innovation and all the details that make a meal a perfect experience.
Luis, the hotel manager took care of us in ways that go beyond going out of one’s way.
I had the best time with my son but it is obviously the perfect couples getaway.
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
14 Oct 2024
Aishka
I love this amazing boutique mountain retreat, I count get enough of it.. the view, the food and the staff is A+. Best place in town to stay. This is exclusive to the Max
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
15 Jul 2024
Camilo
Overall, our stay was passable, but there are numerous areas that require substantial improvement. Frankly, given the cleanliness issues and the worn-out condition of the towels and sheets, I find it difficult to justify the hotel's price.

Starting with the positives: the location was peaceful and offered stunning views, with a convenient path to the town. The breakfast was a highlight, combining a buffet selection with made-to-order main dishes, which I would rate 10/10.

Now, addressing the negatives:
We stayed for just one night during peak season, from Saturday to Sunday.

The jacuzzi was covered in algae. While I understand the intention to reduce chemical use, this neglect led to an unacceptable level of cleanliness.

The towels and bed sheets were visibly aged and hadn't been changed recently.

In conclusion, despite some positive aspects of our stay, such as the tranquil location and excellent breakfast, the pervasive cleanliness issues and worn-out amenities make it hard to recommend this hotel, especially considering its current pricing.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
17 Apr 2024
Neha

Perfect.

Amazing, I would love to come back. Safe. Clean. Secluded a d yet walking distance to the town of Selanto.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
01 Apr 2024
Nastaran
Nice hotel in beautiful location, walking distance to main street. Great service and delicious breakfast. They set up great room for us for our anniversary time. We had balcony with beautiful view. Definitely coming back to Salento and this hotel.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
26 Mar 2024
Verified traveler
Fabulous property. I searched a lot for places in this area, and, I felt so lucky to have found the perfect place to stay. Great location. Great ambiance.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
22 Mar 2024
Nancy
Beautiful place, amazing views! Would highly recommend.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
04 Mar 2024
Hiren

Gorgeous property with great staff!

We had such a great stay here! The property is beautiful with good amenities. The staff were very friendly and accommodating. We’ll definitely stay here again if we ever return to Salento.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
19 Feb 2024
Stoyan
Property is located above the village and next to the mirador, overlooking the valley and the road to Valle del COCORA. Breathtaking view!!!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
18 Feb 2024
James
Great place to stay out of town but close enough for a 5 minute walk into town.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
07 Jan 2024
Verified traveler
We loved this place, the view and the peacefulness that offers. Service was excellent...nothing to say! Very close to the town. Restaurant was very good as well.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
28 Nov 2023
Verified traveler

Beautiful location

Overall a great stay at a beautiful location. The rooms are not quite as private as they look on the booking site and their website, but otherwise a great experience.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
21 Oct 2023
Andrew
A wonderful place to spend a couple of days visiting Salento and its surrounding area. We had the most amazing view and enjoyed top-quality hospitality from a team that went out of their way to make our stay special.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
10 Oct 2023
Jiun Yea
Will definitely go back to Kawa hotel for sure! We found such a pity that we couldn’t spend decent time at the hotel due to our intensive schedule, so will try to arrange for more time chilling there next time. Breakfast and view from the room are both perfect, but the service was what amazed us the most! Very helpful and responsive reception that we didn’t need to worry about anything. Shuttle service worked out smoothly as well!
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
10 Aug 2023
Hilda
Nice hotel, except for the access road.
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
09 Aug 2023
Jesus

Nice hotel

Beautiful hotel. Good breakfast. Access road in bad condition.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
22 Jun 2023
Lauren
We had the absolute best time at Kawa. 10/10 would recommend. Between the staff, the views, the food, I do not have one bad thing to say about our stay. We were beyond relaxed, and also enjoyed being set outside of center of town, yet you could be there in a short walk. Since being home, we have expressed to everyone that Kawa and Salento were the highlight of our trip.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
04 Jun 2023
Lynnea

Amazing staff truly felt like it was my home

Amazing Carlos went aboveand beyond to make me feel comfortable and answer all questions. Breakfast was made to order and included. Views were unobstructed and peaceful. The room had an updated patio and shower with very hot water. All amenities were great. They even had two hotel dogs that were friendly. Only suggestion is dont put families with children in the room next to the massage room. I was not able to fall asleep due to screaming kids the entire massage session.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
12 May 2023
Zach

Do it!

This place exceeded all expectations. The location, the service, the views and amenities made it a 10/10 stay.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
12 Apr 2023
Kristen
I wish we had stayed longer. It is a beautiful property with amazing and thoughtful staff. Thank you Hotel Kawa!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
07 Apr 2023
Sandra
I can’t say enough amazing things about Kawa. The location is secluded from the town so it’s very peaceful, yet you are a 6 min walk to town. Everyone was super attentive to your needs all the time. I would definitely book at Kawa again.
Leisure Family
6/10
Pleasant
22 Mar 2023
Alexandra
We had a deluxe cabin room.
Pros:
- Wonderful property and surroundings: full of gorgeous flowers and plants and the view from the various terraces of the hotel is breathtaking
- Salento downtown is only about a 5 min walk
- Super helpful staff who speak English
- Spacious, minimal design rooms with lovely paintings on the walls
- Very comfy bedding
- Lovely terrace and gorgeous view
- Breakfast is good—there’s some fruit, bread and a few freshly made dishes (eggs, French toast, yogurt w/ granola)
- Bed warmer is super useful during the cold nights
- Quiet and relaxing environment.

Cons:
- WiFi is basically non-existent—it never works
- The room has a nice design but there are no proper drawers to put clothes in
- The shower is outside on the private terrace which gets quite cold in the evenings
- Even though the room looks adorable, many things are impractical: there’s no plug near the bed to charge the phone; the lights can’t be turned off from the bed so you need to use your phone to go to bed in the dark; sliding door to the terrace/shower area is very hard to move
- Because of the big humidity, not only wet towels won’t dry but even dry clothes will be damp
- Service at breakfast is a bit slow
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
19 Mar 2023
Audrey
This property is gorgeous. It has Beautiful rooms, a spectacular view, super friendly and accommodating staff. Getting to the hotel is a bit of an adventure in itself as the road is narrow and rugged but we’ll worth the rockiness. Once you’re there, you can take a 5 minute picturesque walk through a mountainside trail to reach the town. Would love to go back!
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
18 Mar 2023
Guido
Probably one of the best hotels I have stayed at. Staff is super friendly and helpful, rooms are clean, spacious and have a view of the beautiful valley and mountains. Also I highly recommend the massages, they are extremely good and are cheap (100-150k COP). The dinner and breakfast are also delicious so eat a night at the hotel. The hot tub provides great views and is so good after a hike.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
17 Jan 2023
Daniel
Villas on stilts and it is very quiet and secluded. Staff is 5 star! One of the best nature hotels I have been in around the world. Love all the landscaping and some staff live here as well. Their home is now your home and they have the most hospitality I have seen in Colombia. Even more comfortable than staying with your family 😁
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
16 Jan 2023
Elizabeth
Overall an amazing experience, I would stay here again! There were some complicated things about arrival, all fine if you know what you're doing. You can access the hotel by a very long walk up a dirt road, or by car if you have it. Sometimes the city can be so busy that you can't get through to drive up though. Luckily there is a 5 minute secret path that goes directly from the front door of the hotel to the town. It's honestly easiest to park by the secret path and walk up that way, even with luggage. The WhatsApp number listed on Expedia is not the best form of communication, they have a different number now. If you reserve a room with the jacuzzi on the balcony know that it's best to use during the day as it doesn't heat after 10 pm. Staff were very helpful after we arrived. The restaurant on site is great. And the community hot tub on their balcony can be reserved for 1 hour at a time, a perfect sunset activity.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
26 Dec 2022
Verified traveler

Salento 2022

Amazing hotel,. The room was big, although not much to hang up clothes, beautiful view on the mountains. Excellent breakfast, fresh. Very nice staff.
The hotel proposed 2 activities (horse back riding with visit of coffee farm and 4x4 to go and see the wax palms in a valley different from Cocora, a lot of time in the 4x4 for 30 min visit, disappointing.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
23 Dec 2022
Charles
Great hotel really recommend it, beautiful, great food excellent service, friendly staff. Really recommend the carbonera trip. The only thing I was really disappointed was the coffee tour, to me was a ripoff.
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
24 Nov 2022
Carol
I loved the location, gorgeous views and pretty plants everywhere. The hotel staff was so kind. In addition to good service they offered much help with tourist opportunities.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
20 Nov 2022
Jillian
My second time staying here and would definitely stay again or recommend to anyone. Absolutely beautiful and amazing staff.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
14 Nov 2022
Roberto
Kawa is the best hotel at the Quindio, Colombia. Beautiful hotel location, great staff, good food and confortable room. Totally different place. This is my home in Salento. Every time I get there, I don't want to leave this place.
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
08 Nov 2022
Roberto
This is an amazing hotel, with an incredible staff service ..
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
10 Oct 2022
kelly
Amazing view, we love this place!! Staff very friendly, breakfast was delicious!!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
02 Oct 2022
Yolanda
We loved staying here. We had a beautiful cabin with spectacular views. The staff was super nice and helpful. They organized our tour to Cocora Valley with a very nice an knowledgeable guide. And a tour to a coffee farm. We had dinner at the restaurant and it was one of the best meals we had in Colombia. I truly recommend staying here. Everyone is super nice. It is close to Salento yet far from noise and very peaceful.
You will not regret staying here.
Leisure Friends
6/10
Pleasant
26 Jul 2022
Pascal
Overall a good experience but there’s a few annoying caveats to this.

1 - Very complicated to get to the actual hotel. It’s up a dirt road outside Salento. We got there on a weekend and therefore the streets were so crowded that it was impossible for the taxi to get us there, so we had to walk about 1 km with our luggage up a muddy dirt road. Fun fact, the hotel actually has a private trail accessible from a Viewpoint in town that is only a 5 minute walk but they fail to mention this before you arrive.

2 - WhatsApp responses and follow-through on requests is poor. They offered to arrange a taxi for us from Pereira airport and after asking us for our flight info, they went completely silent and didn’t arrange a taxi at all. On the flip side, know that it’s fairly easy at the airport - just walk out and get on a secure taxi in the queue (cost is about 150 000 COP).

3 - Spa in room : we paid for a private cabin with a spa on the balcony. Surprise, it doesn’t work after 10 PM, and good luck to have it warm up in the morning. We could only enjoy it once during our two night stay.

4 - Welcome drinks : awesome, you get to the hotel after walking up the muddy trail and they offer you a drink while you check in. Well, surprise, it’s not free and you get charged as you check-out. They fail to mention it’s not offered by the hotel and also fail to mention the price. About 30 000 COP for two beers.

4 - breakfast : great food but you’ll still be hungry afterwards.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
05 Jul 2022
Laura
So beautiful! A must!!!
10/10
Exceptional
24 May 2022
michel

Amazing panoramic view on the hills of Salento

Friendly and helpful staff, large and comfortable room with great panoramic view on the beautiful landscapes of Salento
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
21 May 2022
Sergio

Best property in the Eje Cafetero

Kawa was hands down the best property we stayed at on our Eje Cafetero tour of 5 towns.

The location can be complicated to reach to on a rainy day, but it seems like there is some work being done on the road to improve the access. We rented a car and did not want to drive in and out when going to Salento, so they have a path at the edge of the mountain to reach Salento.

Once you enter the property's gate and you come into a beautiful downhill with the wooden cabins and forest overlooking the Valley. Down at the bottom the Reception house is also beautiful with the restaurant and outdoors hottub in it, with the view we considered even better than Salento's two viewpoints.

The staff is very friendly, with the receptionist Odrys being very charming and helpful in giving tips and arranging anything that was needed during our stay. One of the hotel owners was even there in the morninf welcoming the guests to have breakfast and helping the kitchen staff with the orders. It was very nice to see someone involved in making their property even better.

The menu had several options we wanted to have, and all those that we chose were exceptionally tasty and well presented. On one evening we made the dinner reservation over whatsapp, with the order included, and we did not have to wait even 10 minutes to get our food.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
14 May 2022
Jacqueline
There is nothing like it! Amazing and never wanted to leave! Hoping to go back again! The food was amazing, the staff was the greatest, and the views are to die for!
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
10 May 2022
Paulina
Such a lovely place you will never want to leave!! The staff helps you with whatever and their little restaurant was the best food I had in Colombia!
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
04 May 2022
Johanna
This is one of the most amazing hotels we have ever stayed in. There is nothing bad to say about it. The views are out of this world and the rooms are magnificent.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
23 Apr 2022
Kevin
Great location for views and nice path to town. Nice rooms. Definitely worth the stay
Leisure Partner

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