A two-room refuge in the Sierra Nevada. There's no agenda here: the water runs, the fire burns, the sauna's steam loosens you, the hammock waits. Getting here isn't the hard part. Accepting that nothing is missing — that is.
The lodge
What's already here
Nothing to add. Just there to use.
Private river
Not a photo of the river. The river itself, right down the steps from the room.
Steam
Dry heat. The body gives in before it asks to.
Included if you book directly with us. $60.000 COP if you arrive via Airbnb or Booking.
Bonfire
Lit every night, no fixed time: if dinner runs long, the fire waits. No one puts it out early.
Wood-fired oven
Bread or pizza, if you give us time. The oven takes almost three hours to heat, and that's part of the rhythm here too.
Nature
Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta all around, in every direction.
Internet
Wifi in common areas. It doesn't reach the rooms.
Nearby
Around the lodge
Things that exist nearby, and who to call if you want them.
Gallery
The rooms, the river, the sauna and the fire.
The spaces
Five spaces, one rhythm
Two rooms, a refuge, the fire, the kitchen.
Río Room
1 double bed · 1 single bed
The river as the backdrop for the whole night. The screen door lets it in; the glass one switches it off. You choose what sound you sleep with.
Fuego Room
1 double bed · 1 single bed
The same terrace facing the water, the same river below. The name already says what changes.
El Refugio
One level down, closer to the river. Hammocks, quiet, and nothing else to ask for.
El Fuego
The path down to the river. Where the nights end.
Shared kitchen
Separate from the grill and the wood-fired oven. Everything in its place.
Where it is
Real travel times. No embellishment.
Approximate Travel Times
| From | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| Minca Town | 5-minute walk |
| Santa Marta | 45 minutes |
| Santa Marta Airport (SMR) | 1 hour |
| Palomino | 2 hours |
On foot from the lodge, the town is close. You can walk in any direction; the road to the waterfalls starts right here.
Who it's for
Who this is for
And who it isn't.
Couples & Solitude
Two rooms, one river. There's no third option.
Slow Nomads
No wifi in the room. Here you don't work, you stop.
Slow travelers
Already knows Minca from the reviews. Looking for what almost no one promises and delivers: real quiet, and birds before sunrise.
What's included, what's not
Everything said before you book.
✓ What is Included
- Nightly bonfire, part of the stay
- Direct river access
- Wifi in common areas
- Sauna, if you book directly with us
✗ What is NOT Included
- Sauna with additional $60.000 COP cost, if booking via Airbnb or Booking
- Wood-fired oven (advance notice, nearly three hours)
- Breakfast (extra cost, or nearby restaurant recommendations)
- Organized activities or agenda
- Wifi in the rooms
Common questions
The ones people ask before booking.
How many people fit?
Two rooms. That's the answer, and the policy.
Is there wifi in the rooms?
No. Wifi is in the common areas.
Can I request something from the wood-fired oven?
Yes, with advance notice. It takes almost three hours to be ready.
What's the cancellation policy?
A 30% deposit secures the booking. Cancel up to a week before the date and it's refunded. After that, the date is rescheduled, with up to six months' flexibility.
What should I bring?
Repellent, light comfortable clothing. If you plan to hike, proper hiking shoes.
Do you accept pets?
By special request, and under a commitment to cover any damages.
Can I smoke?
Not inside the rooms.
Is breakfast included?
Not by default. It has an additional cost, or we recommend a couple of nearby restaurants for breakfast.
Does the sauna cost extra?
If you book directly with us, it's included. If you come through Airbnb or Booking, there's an additional $60.000 COP cost.
What guests who've been say
Unedited.
Honey was very attentive and took great care of us. 10/10 (translated from Spanish)
Amazing location right on the river with easy access. good facilities aswell and great deal
The sauna was a great experience. (translated from Spanish)
Incredible amenities and surroundings, Honey was amazing and so accommodating