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El Mirador del Cocora

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Small, homely guesthouse on the edge of Salento with magnificent views of the Cocora Valley.

Offering sweeping vistas over the Cocora Valley, this hotel has a fantastic location just a short walk uphill from the town of Salento.

El Mirador del Cocora has 16 rooms which are bright and pleasantly decorated. The most spacious rooms have balcony or terrace with views over the valley, while some also add hot tubs.

There is a small sitting area with fireplace and a communal terrace for enjoying the spectacular views. Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel.

What our clients say

Most Memorable Moment?: Impossible to pick one place/moment. A very varied and interesting few weeks. Cartagena was definitely a highlight.
SJA, Malvern Mar 2018
From the trips arranged by JLA, we both found the Amazonas region wonderful. It was quite emotional seeing the Amazon River for the first time and floating around the tributaries,…
MD, London Sep 2018
Our favourite organised trip was probably Cocora Valley. Absolutely stunning and the trek was tough, but well worth it. Our guide knew a lot about the wildlife and flowers too
MB, Oxford Nov 2019
Overall we had a wonderful holiday in Colombia and were very pleased we decided to visit this beautiful country. Colombia offers a huge variety of choice for travel, from the…
AW, Aylesbury Feb 2013
San Agustin (was the highlight)...which was superb.
DB, London Jan 2020
Barichara and the walk to Guane. Also the village of Raquira.
RH, London Jan 2017

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