Welcome to Hilltop Hostel Salento — Your paradise in the Colombian coffee region. Perched above the colorful town of Salento, in the heart of the Eje Cafetero, Hilltop Hostel is more than a place to sleep — it's an experience you'll be telling stories about for years. Wake up to breathtaking panoramic views of the Andes mountains. Spend your days lounging by our tropical pool, surrounded by lush gardens full of palms and exotic flowers. As the sun sets, our hostel transforms into a magical space: hammocks glow under colored lights, the pool shimmers blue into the night, and the social areas come alive with music, ping pong, and new friendships. What makes Hilltop special: Panoramic Andes mountain views from the property Private pool surrounded by tropical gardens Lush greenery and relaxing outdoor spaces Vibrant and magical night atmosphere Ping pong, hammocks, and social common areas Romantic room decoration available for couples Walking distance to Salento's main square and restaurants Whether you're a solo backpacker, a couple on a romantic escape, or a group of friends exploring Colombia — Hilltop Salento is the home base you've been looking for. Salento is the gateway to Valle del Cocora (home of the iconic wax palms), world-class coffee farms, and some of the most beautiful landscapes in South America. There's no better place to experience it all than from our hilltop.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

  • Located in the top-rated area in Salento, this property has an excellent location score of 8.9!

  • Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

American


Availability

Select dates to see this property's availability and prices

Select occupancy
Room Type
Number of guests
 
2 bunk beds
1 full bed
3 bunk beds
1 full bed
3 bunk beds
1 twin bed
1 bunk bed
1 twin bed
Something went wrong – please try again later.
Something went wrong – please try again later.
Something went wrong – please try again later.
Something went wrong – please try again later.
Something went wrong – please try again later.
Something went wrong – please try again later.
Something went wrong – please try again later.
Something went wrong – please try again later.

Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
Facilities
Cleanliness
Comfort
Value for money
Location
Free Wifi

Select topics to read reviews:

See what guests loved the most:

Alfonso
United States United States
The place has magic - i loved it all, staff, location and met some really cool guests. Staff was very attentive to all questions - great value for the price i paid
Luis
United States United States
The breakfast was very good ,Patricia is the nices person and her food is great
Geoffrey
Canada Canada
Best hostel in Columbia!!! Owner is a gentleman, staff are great. Best music in town. Pool, Garden, and Jacuzzi with an awesome view- came for 1 night- I'll stay maybe a week!!!
Patrick
Austria Austria
The staff was amazing, so was the pool and all the beautiful plants. We got cafe in the morning and all in all it was a nice stay.
Xiomara
Puerto Rico Puerto Rico
The garden and rooftop was beautiful! Pool and jacuzzi looked nice and clean but I didn't get to enjoy . It was cold. Loved the 8 puppies on property. Patricia made amazing breakfast, Camila set me up with an amazing horseback riding tour, and...
Idan
Israel Israel
The location is everything. In the hostel, there are 10 cute small dogs, so if you like dogs, it's nice. The facilities of the hostel, like the pool, the hottube upstairs, and the hammock, were nice .
Miterani
Israel Israel
The place looks amazing! It has a really good environment and a really good stuff. Definitely would recommend to my friends.
Harpo
United Kingdom United Kingdom
The decoration and staff were great. Easy to visit cocora, I will vlog this @qztours on a budget :) beautiful surroundings
Faezeh
Italy Italy
Easy check-in, friendly staff, great location near main square where all the tours start from. so many cute pups. Amazing price!
Andre
Germany Germany
Great location and super nice staff. The hot top on the terrace is an additional highlight.

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Restaurante #1
  • Cuisine
    European

Amenities of Hostal Hilltop Salento

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

House rules

Hostal Hilltop Salento takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 11:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 10:30 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
Accepted payment methods
American ExpressVisaMastercardDiners ClubJCBMaestroDiscoverUnionPay credit cardCash

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

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.

Please inform Hostal Hilltop Salento 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.

Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

License number: 45089

FAQs about Hostal Hilltop Salento