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El Caracol

Calle 6 no. 2-31 (Loma de Cartagena), Popayan, CO

9.5 guest rating· 72 reviews

About this hotel

Central Location and Comfortable Accommodation

El Caracol, conveniently situated near Caldas Park and El Morro del Tucán archaeological site, offers cozy ensuite rooms and fully equipped apartments.

Charming On-Site Café and Relaxing Lounge Area

Enjoy the vibrant atmosphere of our café serving delectable homemade treats, unwind in the serene garden patio, or socialize in the cozy lounge area during your stay at El Caracol.

Local Activities and Nearby Attractions

Let our partners at Popayan Tours help you explore the area, with the Campanario supermarket just a short distance away. Don't miss Casa Mosquera Museum a mere 5 minutes' walk or Guillermo León Valencia local airport a quick 10-minute drive from our property.

Book now to experience the perfect blend of comfort and convenience at El Caracol!

Rooms & rates

Budget Twin Room

Sleeps 2 · 16 m² · 2× Twin bed

  • Shower
  • Toilet
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Linen
  • Toilet paper

Budget Double or Twin Room

Sleeps 3 · 16 m² · Twin bed, Double bed

  • Shower
  • Toilet
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Linen
  • Toilet paper

Apartment

Sleeps 2 · 30 m² · Double bed

  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower

Double Room with Private Bathroom

Sleeps 2 · 12 m² · Double bed

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Seating Area
  • Toilet
  • Washing machine

Apartment with Garden View

Sleeps 2 · 20 m² · Double bed

  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower

Single Room with Garden View

Sleeps 1 · 10 m² · Twin bed

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Toilet
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Linen

Standard Studio

Sleeps 2 · 20 m² · Double bed

  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower

Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Breakfast takeaway containers
  • Snack bar
  • Pets allowed
  • Pet bowls
  • Tour desk
  • Room service
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Family rooms
  • Access to health care professionals
  • Bike tours
  • Board games/puzzles
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  • Cashless payment available
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Coffee Shop on site
  • Contactless check-in/check-out
  • Cycling
  • Delivered food - securely covered
  • Designated smoking area
  • Face masks for guests available
  • Fire extinguishers
  • First aid kit available
  • Food delivered to guest room
  • Fruits
  • Garden
  • Guest room sealed after cleaning
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
  • Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
  • Hiking
  • Key access
  • Laundry
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Packed lunches
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Picnic area
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • Sanitized tableware & silverware
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
  • Smoke alarms
  • Special diet menus - on request
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols
  • Thermometers for guests provided by property
  • Walking tours
  • Wine/champagne

Location

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Calle 6 no. 2-31 (Loma de Cartagena), Popayan, CO

Check-in
from 01:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Check-out
until 12:00 PM

What guests say9.572 reviews

+ Charming hotel+ Friendly staff+ Great breakfast
Cleanliness9.2
Service9.7
Location9.7
Room Quality9.7
Amenities9.2
Value for Money9.2

Guest review

8.0

Que la habitación tuviera TV.

Luisa María · CO · 2026-07-19

Guest review

10.0

Las instalaciones muy lindas

Todo muy bien

MORENO · CO · 2026-07-18

Guest review

9.0

Es un lugar muy acogedor, y las personas que trabajan en el establecimiento son muy queridas

Nicolas · CO · 2026-07-17

Beautiful courtyard hostel just up the road from the historic centre

9.0

This is a very pleasant little hostel set around a courtyard, literally just up the road from the historic centre of Popayan. My apartment was beautiful, with a good desk and chair, a kitchenette, and very pleasant views of the surrounding town and countryside. The staff were nice too. Bonuses were the laundry service and the collection of old travel guides - surprisingly useful to browse in our online age

It might be good to think about introducing air conditioning at some point, since even with the cooling courtyard I found some of the afternoons a bit muggy for my norther European constitution. Other than that, the only minor problem was the very enthusiastic dance venue down the road, which played quite loud music most nights I was there - though never past 11pm.

James · GB · 2026-07-15

Guest review

9.0

Excelente 👌

Que no había un closet para la ropa.

Roa · CO · 2026-07-01

Tranquilo y Buena comida

9.0

El hospedaje es tranquilo, la distancia a sitios turisticos es muy cercana; los desayunos son espectaculares. La atención es muy humana y el proceso de Check In y Check Out fue rápido.

Que no había sitios comerciales abiertos antes de las 11 am en fin de semana cerca al hospedaje; y en el sitio no habia elementos como para resolver de urgencia.

Escobar · CO · 2026-06-22

Good to know

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

A deposit may be required at the property.

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

Internet

WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Children and extra bed policy

Children of any age are allowed.

Children up to and including 10 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.

Children from 11 years old to 17 years old stay for COP 20,000 per person per night when using an existing bed.

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Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Parking

Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and costs COP 20000 per day.