About

Come to our place to chill and chat and relax in glorious countryside. Luxuriate by the natural swimming pool and eat delicious curries and cakes till your heart's content. Exactly half-way between San Gil and Barichara, La Pacha is in the perfect location for being in remote countryside but also super easy to do extreme sports or visit San Gil or Barichara. It's simple to get here (see directions below). We are a small eco-farm with affordable glamping and restaurant with loads of vegetarian options run by a friendly Anglo-Colombian family. Highlights include: Indian and vegetarian food (our curries are very popular), natural swimming pool, panoramic views of rolling mountains, the sky hammock, the cine-bus, outdoor kitchen, campfires with free wood, sports like volleyball and archery, a 30 minute walk to the best sunset view in the region, and many beautiful hikes to nearby villages and landmarks (including the highest bungee in South America). The accommodation of hobbit house dorm, yurts, domes, and a gypsy wagon are located in the mandarin orchard or on the mountainside. Our environmental ethos: 100% recycling (yes that means 0% garbage. We reuse everything!) Dry toilets, solar showers, organic garden, and compost.

How to get here from San Gil: Take a bus to Barichara or Villanueva, ask for La Pacha, in 20 mins the driver will drop you off at our sign and we'll pick you up there (whattsapp us in advance) to take you the 2km to the hostel. For extreme sports we'll put you on the bus and in 20 mins the company picks you up from the bus station. It's so easy. There is a gorgeous hidden waterfall with pool just a 40 mins walk away. You can hike to the unique village and UNESCO site , Barichara (2 hours) or take the bus.

But what really makes La Pacha special is the friendly family atmosphere: Run by a very down-to-earth Anglo-Colombian family with two kids, two cats, two dogs and ten chickens, we make it our mission to welcome guests into the family, but there's lots of different spaces to relax for some quiet time.
We also have local and national charities that we support. By staying at La Pacha you will be contributing to the local community and natural environment.
La Pacha hostel is an experience not to be missed, and if you don't believe us, check out our reviews!

Please note:

Cancellation policy: 48h before arrival. In case of a late cancellation or No Show, you will be charged the first night of your stay.

Check in from 12:00 to 21:00 .
Check out before 12:00.

Payment upon arrival by cash.
Taxes included.
Breakfast not included.
No curfew.

House Rules

Check In

12:00 - 21:00

Check Out

until 12:00

  • Taxes Included
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Facilities

  • Free Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Free Internet Access
  • Free Luggage Storage
  • Bicycle Parking
  • Meeting Rooms
  • Children's Play Area
  • Coworking Space
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Reviews

10Superb(287)
  • Value for Money
    10.0
  • Security
    10.0
  • Atmosphere
    10.0
  • Cleanliness
    10.0
  • Staff
    10.0
  • Location
    10.0
  • Facilities
    10.0
Stayed in Jul 2025
10
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Peggy
Female, 25-30, England
Amazing find of a hostel! Wish we had more time. It’s a little out of the way in between San Gil and Barichara, but so worth it for the views, tranquility and surrounding hikes. Communal meals and banana bread was delicious, when we went it had a lovely social atmosphere without being a party hostel. Couldn’t recommend more if you’re happy with more off-grid or glamping style accommodation! We were in the wagon which got cosy with two people staying, but dorm options are available too
Stayed in Jun 2025
10
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Shariany
Female, 25-30, Colombia
La pacha was absolutely perfect for me. I had wonderful cultural exchange experiences with the owner and the volunteers. I also loved my room and the breakfast there🩷 100% recommended
Stayed in Jun 2025
10
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Hayley
Female, 25-30, Australia
Justin and Andrea were fantastic hosts and went above and beyond. La Pacha is a great place to rest and relax in the middle of the countryside and is not far from San Gil and Barichara. The Indian food is fantastic too! We also really enjoyed swimming in the natural pool!
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Location

7km Via San Gil-Barichara, Barichara, Colombia
7.1km from city centre