Colombia
Colombia is a vibrant and diverse destination where rich culture, dramatic landscapes, and warm hospitality come together to create a truly captivating experience.
From the cobbled streets and pastel facades of Cartagena, a UNESCO World Heritage Site set beside the Caribbean Sea, to the sophisticated energy of Bogotá and Medellín, Colombia blends old-world charm with modern creativity.
In the lush Coffee Triangle, travellers can stay in elegant haciendas surrounded by rolling plantations and misty hills, discovering the country’s passion for world-renowned coffee.
Along the Caribbean coast, pristine islands such as the Rosario Archipelago offer turquoise waters and barefoot luxury, while the Amazon and Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta reveal extraordinary biodiversity and indigenous heritage.
From gourmet dining and boutique hotels to art, music, and adventure, Colombia has redefined itself as one of South America’s most exciting luxury destinations, offering an intoxicating mix of color, rhythm, and discovery.
F PT recommends
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Elcielo Hotel, Medellín
Elcielo is a bold gastronomic sanctuary where culinary artistry meets immersive design. Nestled in the city’s vibrant Poblado district, the hotel serves as a private home for guests—a canvas for experiences defined by sensory storytelling. Its elegant rooms and suites are crafted with refined minimalism, subtle textures, and ambient lighting that frame the city’s energy. Central to the experience is Chef Juan Manuel Barrientos’s acclaimed restaurant, where avant-garde tasting menus unfold as theatrical journeys through flavour, memory and space. With curated service, artful intention and a spirit of discovery, Elcielo delivers more than just a stay—it is a living canvas of taste, emotion and place.
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Four Seasons Hotel Casa Medina, Bogotá
Set within a beautifully restored 20th-century mansion in Bogotá’s upscale La Candelaria district, Four Seasons Hotel Casa Medina is a refined urban sanctuary. Elegantly blending heritage architecture with modern luxury, the hotel offers plush rooms and suites appointed with rich materials, original artwork and calming palettes. Guests are invited to dine on exquisite Colombian and international cuisine in intimate yet stylish venues, unwind in the spa and fitness areas, or relax in the tranquil courtyard and lounge spaces. With its impeccable service, elegant design and prime location near cultural treasures and city life, Casa Medina offers a sophisticated base to experience Bogotá in comfort and style.
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Hotel Las Islas, Isla Baru
The elegant archipelago retreat of Hotel Las Islas is located in Colombia’s Rosario Islands off the Caribbean coast. Surrounded by crystalline waters and coral reefs, the resort offers beautifully designed villas and overwater suites that blend relaxed tropical style with refined comfort. Guests can dine on fresh seafood and coastal cuisine in breezy, open-air settings, unwind in the spa with ocean-inspired treatments, or explore marine life via snorkelling, boat excursions, and kayak tours. With its serene pace, warm service, and immersive island atmosphere, Hotel Las Islas creates a peaceful and luxurious escape by the sea.
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Hacienda Bambusa, Armenia
A charming boutique retreat in Colombia’s Coffee Region, Hacienda Bambusa is just 40 minutes from Armenia’s airport. Surrounded by Andean hills, farmed land and gardens, this bamboo and clay hacienda feels deeply rooted in its setting. The property offers junior suites, private-pool suites and a master suite—each with private terraces or balconies, thoughtful design and a hammock for quiet moments. Onsite dining is crafted around seasonal local ingredients and regional flavours, while a menu of immersive explorations includes coffee and cacao tours, nature walks, horseback riding and village visits. With its warm hospitality, creative spirit and profound connection to place, Hacienda Bambusa delivers a soulful escape in the heart of Colombia’s lush countryside.
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Sofitel Legend Santa Clara, Cartagena
Sofitel Legend Santa Clara gracefully merges colonial heritage and French elegance in the heart of Cartagena’s walled city. Housed within a meticulously restored 17th-century convent, the hotel preserves original cloisters, stone walls and vaulted ceilings while offering modern comforts and refined design touches. Its 124 rooms and suites blend period character with contemporary luxury, many overlooking gardens or city rooftops. Guests enjoy gourmet dining in historic dining rooms, relaxing moments by the leafy inner courtyard and swimming pool, and rejuvenation in the spa with holistic treatments. With its rich history, artful ambience and prime location among Cartagena’s plazas, museums and streetscapes, Sofitel Legend Santa Clara offers a timeless and enchanting base for experiencing Colombia’s Caribbean jewel.
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Villa Tayrona
The serene boutique retreat of Villa Tayrona borders both lush jungle and the turquoise shores of Tayrona National Park. Composed of elegant, low-rise villas set amid wild gardens and gently sloping terrain, the hotel blends local craftsmanship with understated luxury. Each room opens to private terraces where guests can awaken to forest calls and ocean breezes. The dining experience highlights fresh, regional ingredients in artfully composed dishes, while the spa offers restorative therapies inspired by indigenous traditions. With its deep connection to nature, intimate scale, and thoughtful hospitality, Villa Tayrona offers a soulful coastal escape rooted in the beauty of Colombia’s Caribbean frontier.
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Casa San Agustín, Cartagena
Tucked within the historic walls of Cartagena’s old town, one encounters the chic boutique hotel Casa San Agustín, where colonial charm meets contemporary elegance. Housed in a cluster of beautifully restored colonial houses, the property features intimate suites with bespoke décor, local art, and hidden courtyards that breathe calm and privacy. Guests can dine on refined Caribbean cuisine in romantic settings, unwind by a rooftop pool with sweeping views of the city’s red tiles and spires, or enjoy bespoke cocktails amid lush garden corners. With its blend of heritage, style, and personal attention, Casa San Agustín offers an artful, soulful escape in the heart of Cartagena.