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Refugio Puente Explanacion Ecolodge

2.5 star property
Riverfront lodge with free breakfast and a bar

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Building design
Property amenity
Pillowtop beds, individually decorated, individually furnished
Water view
Ecotours

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

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Pillowtop beds, individually decorated, individually furnished

Romantic Single Room, 1 Queen Bed, Private Bathroom, Mountain View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Renovated in 2021
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
Freezer
Shared/communal kitchen
Stovetop
  • 9 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Pillowtop beds, individually decorated, individually furnished

Family Triple Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Renovated in 2021
Day bed
Pillowtop bed
Freezer
Shared/communal kitchen
Stovetop
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Large Twin Bunk Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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Pillowtop beds, individually decorated, individually furnished

Panoramic Cabin

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Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Renovated in 2021
Pillowtop bed
Freezer
Shared/communal kitchen
Stovetop
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Pillowtop beds, individually decorated, individually furnished

Basic Cabin

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Renovated in 2021
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
Freezer
Shared/communal kitchen
Stovetop
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Pillowtop beds, individually decorated, individually furnished

Family Triple Room, Multiple Beds, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Renovated in 2021
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
Freezer
Shared/communal kitchen
Stovetop
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Bed

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Pillowtop beds, individually decorated, individually furnished

Family Room, 1 Bedroom, Private Bathroom, Mountainside

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Renovated in 2021
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
Freezer
Shared/communal kitchen
Stovetop
  • 15 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Large Twin Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Pillowtop beds, individually decorated, individually furnished

Romantic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Mountain View, Mountainside

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Renovated in 2021
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
Freezer
Shared/communal kitchen
Stovetop
  • 9 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Pillowtop beds, individually decorated, individually furnished

Panoramic Studio Suite

Highlights

Yard
Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Renovated in 2021
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

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Vía A Salento, Puente Explanation, Salento, Quindío, 631027

What's nearby

  • Calle Real - 5 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Main Square - 6 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Cocora Valley - 9 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Reserva Natural Acaime - 16 min drive - 13.7 km
  • Bosques de Cocora - 18 min drive - 15.0 km

Getting around

  • Pereira (PEI-Matecaña Intl.) - 81 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante Donde Laurita en Salento - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Brunch de Salento - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante El Roble - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante La Casona - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Café Jesús Martín - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Refugio Puente Explanacion Ecolodge

Lodge by the river, revitalized in 2021
You can look forward to free breakfast (local cuisine), a terrace, and a garden at Refugio Puente Explanacion Ecolodge. Adventurous travelers may like the cycling, ecotours, and horseback riding at this lodge. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a bar.
Other perks at this lodge include:
  • Free self parking
  • Bike rentals, an area shuttle, and barbecue grills
  • A front-desk safe and luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have amenities such as free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Communal kitchens with stovetops, freezers, and spices
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils and housekeeping

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free secured, covered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Ecotours
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Mountain biking

Family friendly

  • Refrigerator on request

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • On a river
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Renovated entire property - July 2021
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Freezer
  • Refrigerator on request
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Spices
  • Stovetop

More

  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 5 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time 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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

MONETIZATION_ON

Important information

Fees

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

  • You may be required to pay VAT (19%) at the property. Nonresident travelers who pay using a foreign card or bank transfer and present a valid passport and tourist visa may be exempt from value-added tax (19%) on tourist package bookings (accommodation plus other travel service).

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

Optional extras

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 5 percent

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

You need to know

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
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 citizens) 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.
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Refugio Puente Explanacion Ecolodge Lodge Salento
Refugio Puente Explanacion Ecolodge Lodge
Refugio Puente Explanacion Ecolodge Salento
Refugio Puente Explanacion Ec
Refugio Puente Explanacion Ecolodge Lodge
Refugio Puente Explanacion Ecolodge Salento
Refugio Puente Explanacion Ecolodge Lodge Salento

Frequently asked questions

Is Refugio Puente Explanacion Ecolodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Refugio Puente Explanacion Ecolodge?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Refugio Puente Explanacion Ecolodge?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Refugio Puente Explanacion Ecolodge?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Refugio Puente Explanacion Ecolodge located?

Situated on a river, this lodge is within 3 mi (5 km) of Calle Real, Main Square, and Cocora Valley. Reserva Natural Acaime and Bosques de Cocora are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Refugio Puente Explanacion Ecolodge Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 32 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Henill

We loved it, great outdoor experience, and the service was great
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sasha

We stayed 5 days at the property and got to enjoy the warm Colombian hospitality in a magnificent natural setting. The team was super helpful in assisting us with organizing transport and providing tips on what to do in the region. The food was amazing and the best we had in Salento and surroundings for sure!

10/10 Excellent

Valeria

I loved this ecolodge it was amazing, i stayed with my two toddlers, my mom and grandfather! The staff were amazing, the food was amazing! The other people who stayed there super sweet! There are three big beautiful dogs that protect the territory, however they are super gentle and kid friendly! The land was amazing we stayed at the Maloca by the river and we all slept like babies ! There was so much peace and quiet! Even at night! I would recommend this amazing location to anyone! Thank You for your hospitality!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine

Very beautiful and tranquil property. In the morning you wake up to the sounds of the river and birds singing. There are many opportunities to hike and visit coffee farms. Salento is a 15 minute bus ride away where you can catch buses to some of the main towns/cities. The staff are very pleasant and accommodating. A great place to relax and enjoy nature. The gardens are especially beautiful and well maintained.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Excelent. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

4/10 Poor

Jason

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
The area is beautiful but you must like dogs as there are 3 huge dogs who bark all day and night and run at you as you arrive and leave…the cleanliness is very low and we had terrible bug bites and the shower was covered in green slime
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

4/10 Poor

mabel

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
If you are in to communal travel you might like this place. The family lives there. I was not happy with the place at all they are to relaxed and do it your self attitude Small rooms, hot in the day and if you want to get breakfast good luck in sitting because all the long term guests sit on the one table and stay there for hours. They offer massage service on the profile and that’s not true. It’s really not my cup of tea at all. The little creek is to dirty to even stick your feet in. Dog are wonderful that’s about it. Not for kids or for big families or for romantic stays. I would think of this as a hostel not a hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

2/10 Terrible

Fermin

Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anja

Man lebt praktisch mit der Familie zusammen, mitten in einem kleinen Paradies! Es ist wunderschön gelegen und man kann sich sehr sicher und frei auf dem ganzen großen Gelände bewegen. Man kann unten am Fluss sitzen. Man kann Massagen buchen man kann Spaziergänge machen. Die Familie ist unwahrscheinlich nett.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Ad

Excelente servicio y propiedad. Eso si, llévense repelente de mosquitos. Nos dejaron marcados.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carmen L

El personal es súper atento. Todo limpio y me sentía súper tranquila y segura
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Roberto

Todo verde
Muy amable la familia que lo administra. Estás de verdad en una finca en medio de todo verde con sonido de agua del río que pasa por la propiedad. El agua de la propiedad es de ese río y la filtran para tomar, los huevos del desayuno son de sus gallinas y tienen una salsa de ají muy buena echa con ajis de la finca. Lo único que peca este lugar es el Internet ya que es como una conexión de celular compartida con todos los huéspedes y solo sirve para enviar mensajes. Para más hay que ir a Salento. Yo tenía Claro y si llegaba bien la señal de Internet movil. Para ir a Salento tardarás como 20 minutos más el tiempo en que pasa el autobús. Es bastante fácil y el camino de la parada del autobús a la finca en su mayoría está iluminado en la noche. De regreso te vas a la terminal de autobuses de Salento y ahí lo tomas de vuelta, el último parece ser a las 9pm pero el fin de semana si se llenan por lo que hay que ir antes. Si eres de ciudad pues no vayas a la finca, si te gusta lo verde y el campo es aquí. Me organizaron transporte desde el aeropuerto.
Desayuno en área abierta
Ají
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Luigi and his family were great hosts. The place was very clean. They made us feel very welcome and they treated us like family
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Audrey

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pedro

La tranquilidad no tiene precio, la sensación de libertad, ese contacto con la naturaleza, la paz, el paisaje, todo una hermosa, definitivamente voy a volver
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rodrigo

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carlos Andrés

Excelente atención
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Oscar

Lugar muy agradable, un paraíso , se siente en familia
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Norma

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Un lugar maravilloso, lleno de naturaleza, Tranquilidad, el personal super atento, siempre amables, se siente como en casa. Recomendado para familias la maloca junto al rio... espectacular
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Excelente lugar para descansar
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Linda, Hannover

Der Aufenthalt bei Ed war definitiv einer der Höhepunkte unserer Reise in Kolumbien. Die Lage ist fantastisch und man hat einen herrlichen Ausblick. Ed und deine Familie geben einem das Gefühl, willkommen zu sein und stehen jederzeit mit Rat und Tat zur Seite. Das Abendessen sowie die abendlichen Runden mit den anderen Gästen waren immer ein toller Ausklang des Tages. Ich kann den Aufenthalt jedem nur empfehlen! Wir waren vier Nächte da und hätten noch gut länger bleiben können. Ein Ausflug ins Corcora Valley und auch die Hiking Tracks zu den Kaffeefarmen bieten einen wundervollen Ausblick in einem sehr angenehmen Klima.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Unieke plek, schitterende omgeving. Aardige mensen. Wel een erg hard matras en kussen.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019