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El Caracol

Hire with Room service

1 star

Calle 6 no. 2-31 (Loma de Cartagena), Popayán 190004

+57 310 421 5887
9.4
Wonderful

346 verified ratings

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About El Caracol, Popayán

Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.4
Location
9.5
Services
9.3
Staff
9.9
Value for money
9.2
El Caracol in Popayan features a garden and a shared lounge. The accommodation provides room service, a tour desk and luggage storage for guests. Featuring a private bathroom with a shower, rooms at the hostel also offer free WiFi, while selected rooms are fitted with a city view. Guests at El Caracol will be able to enjoy activities in and around Popayan, like cycling. Guillermo León Valencia Airport is 2 km away.

Rooms

Fri 17/10
Sat 18/10

Hostel Amenities & Facilities

  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Internet
  • Parking
  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • Laundry service
  • Laundry facilities

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fan
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Smoke alarms
  • Body soap
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Dustbins

General

  • Quiet street view
  • Family rooms
  • Seating area
  • Garden view
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Inner courtyard view
  • Lockers
  • Tile/marble floor
  • City view
  • Storage available

Dining

  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation

Kitchen

  • Kitchenware
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette

Accessibility and suitability

  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • No smoking
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs
  • Designated smoking area

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Private bathroom

Services and conveniences

  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • Tour desk
  • Key access

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry service
  • Washing machine

Bedroom

  • Reading light
  • Feather pillow
  • Socket near the bed

Things to do

  • Hiking
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Cycling

Parking and transportation

  • Parking

Media and entertainment

  • Shared lounge/TV area

Outdoor

  • Garden

Workspace

  • Desk

Reviews

9.4
Wonderful346 verified ratings
Pros +
  • "Great value, clean room and facilities, very good coffee and cake in cafe." (in 4 reviews)
  • "The kitchen is a Little bit busy and small, but very clean." (in 2 reviews)
  • The common area was nice and there was a relaxed vibe in the hostal. (in 4 reviews)
Cons -
  • Dorm was small and no place to hang anything (in 2 reviews)
  • Could have been cleaner and maintained better. (in 1 review)
  • But the kitchen has no salt and oil for to cook. (in 1 review)

El Caracol room booking info

Value for money

9.2

Location rating

9.5

Distance to city centre

0.8 mi

Nearest airport

Popayán Guillermo León Valencia

Distance to airport

1.0 mi

Check in/Check out

Check in anytime after 13:00, check out anytime before 12:00

Cancellation/pre-payment

Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.

License number: 114402

Frequently asked questions

  • How far is El Caracol from Popayán Guillermo León Valencia?

    If there is no traffic, the 1.0 mi drive between Popayán Guillermo León Valencia and El Caracol should only take about 3 mins. If your hotel is in a more metropolitan area, you may see the driving time increase due to traffic.

  • What is the best way to get to El Caracol from Popayán Guillermo León Valencia?

    Another more common option is to just take a taxi or rideshare service from the airport to El Caracol. The nearest airport to the hotel is Popayán Guillermo León Valencia.

  • Is El Caracol pet-friendly?

    Feel free to bring your dog with you while staying at El Caracol.

  • Are there food options at El Caracol?

    Guests staying at El Caracol are welcomed by hotel staff to order room service directly from the kitchen to their room.

  • Does El Caracol have a pool?

    At this time, our data shows that there is no on-site pool at El Caracol. However, hotels can make changes that can significantly change the venue. For the most accurate answer, it would be best to call the hotel directly at +57 310 421 5887.

  • What is the phone number for El Caracol?

    For assistance from an employee at El Caracol please call +57 310 421 5887.

  • Does El Caracol have Wi-Fi available?

    Yes, El Caracol has Wi-Fi available to hotel guests.

  • What time is check-out for El Caracol?

    El Caracol check-out time is 12:00. Late check-out may be available upon request at the reception desk.

  • How much is a room at El Caracol?

    £33/night is a good average price right now, and some users have even reported deals that start from only £26/night. However, prices can change based on the time of year you’re booking, the type of room you prefer, etc. Fill in the form above to get deals for your trip.

  • Is there laundry service in El Caracol?

    The accommodation features laundry services for all guests.

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    There are 249 operators available for hotels in Popayán as of October 2025.

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Popayan Cathedral0.2 mi

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