Mundo Nuevo Eco Lodge Minca

This place is heaven. I was originally supposed to be here for 3 nights, but extended to stay for 4 nights. I easily could’ve stayed much longer. If you want to just relax and calm your nervous system, this is the place. The property is absolutely stunning - with one of the most beautiful views I’ve ever seen. Practicing yoga and swimming in the pool overlooking the mountain view was a dream. There are also so many birds all around the property, and we had a toucan stop by for breakfast twice while I was there. There are also multiple dogs and cats on site, who are all really sweet. The people working here are so kind. And the food is fantastic. All three meals a day were healthy, delicious, and very big portions - I was always so full. The basic meals are vegetarian, but you can choose to add on eggs to breakfast and meat to other meals. Meals are eaten at collective tables, so it’s easy to meet other people staying here. I stayed in the 7-bed dorm and was nervous about whether that would be easy to sleep in. In fact, it was wonderful. The beds are very comfortable and the comforters are warm for cooler nights. Everyone here tends to go to sleep by 8:30-9:30pm and wake up around 5:30-7am, so people are very quiet. I slept very very well. The activities in the area are also great. You can walk 20 minutes to a cacao/coffee farm run by a local family, which is well worth it. A 10 minute walk away is a small indigenous village, and the people living there will often stop by Mundo Nuevo. There are multiple hikes in the area. And there is bird watching and yoga each morning, both were great. Lastly, we had a huge unexpected two day storm while I was there. The power and water were going in and out for all of Minca. Mundo Nuevo did such a great job of taking care of us all despite the storm. Meals were still given to us on time and it was as though nothing was different. We had such a comfortable space to cuddle up with books throughout the storm, and I was really glad I stayed here for it.

I preface this review by saying it is based on my experience visiting with a friend and sharing a private “twin share” room which had a bunk bed. The property, pool, gardens and view over the valley is beautiful. The sunset was stunning! Plenty of space to chill by the pool or on the grass or in hammocks. The communal style dinner was really nice. The free coffee is delicious (and with real milk!) and the food and drinks are reasonably priced, given the location and quality. Dinner was really good and came with dessert which is always a plus. However, for the price for a private room, I don’t think it was worth it and probably would have been better off in a dorm. It is strange (particularly in a room with only a bunk bed and a “private bathroom”) that the toilet is not private at all and is located in the bed room, basically next to the bed, so we did not use it. I don’t see that a couple would think this ideal either! I am not sure if the other rooms are set up the same. We had to walk down to the pool or up to reception to use the common bathrooms which were not close and so not convenient late or in the middle of the night. My friend was also unfortunately unwell at this time, so it was even worse for her to not have the privacy of a private bathroom. The mattresses were seemingly pretty old as we could feel the springs, and the bed made a lot of noise when rolling over. Some of the reception staff were not very pleasant or welcoming, but some were really helpful and the gentleman behind the pool bar was lovely!

This hotel offers one of the most breathtaking views imaginable, set in a lush, tree-covered valley. The property is a unique and fun blend of a comfortable hotel—with spacious rooms and private verandas—and a relaxed, social youth-hostel-style dining area. It creates a warm, communal atmosphere without compromising comfort. We especially enjoyed the beautiful pool overlooking the valley and joining other guests to watch the sunsets from a specially prepared viewpoint—truly unforgettable. Morning yoga during sunrise over the mountaintops was another highlight, offering a peaceful and energizing start to the day. For those who love the outdoors, there are plenty hikes available, some of them quite demanding but absolutely rewarding. Altogether, a wonderful and memorable experience.

One of the best hostels I've been to! Breathtaking view, amazing pool where you can spend a full day, the private room is a real luxury with comfortable bed and hot water in the shower, the stuff are so kind and helpful, the food was soo good. When I was there the atmosphere was super social and chill with really good people and easy to meet as a solo traveler, lunch and dinner are served at a specific time so everyone eats together. The hostel has nice activities like birdwatching tour (amazing!!) and coffee/cacao farm, and you can walk from there to some of the nice waterfalls around. The downside is the distance from Minca and the fact you need to take a motobike to get there(or hike for an hour uphill), but it is truly worth it. I extended my stay and would love to come again!

Beautiful location in Minca. Pool was very nice and the view was perfect. We first got one private room, which was okay but the bed was very hard. Asked for an extra mattress, but got moved to a nicer room instead where they stuffed the bed with some blankets to make the bed a bit softer. I don’t think it is the fist time they heard that the beds are hard. You have to buy every meal there, if you don’t go into town. Breakfast is 20.000 COP, but you don’t get any cold beverage included. For a glass of juice you have to pay 12.000 COP extra, which we thought was a bit pricy. Sometimes it felt like they took advantage of being in a remote location, and that’s why this place doesn’t get a 5 star from us.

Simply enchanting! Staying at Mundo Nuevo was one of our highlights during a long journey through Colombia. First of all its location is just phenomenal, perched on one of the many mountains covered in forest with a magnificent view and the Caribbean Sea in the distance. Birdlife thrives, flowers are many, decorations tasteful, the food is really good, the staff kind and the accommodations are built with so much attention to detail. We stayed at the Mariposa house which is an actual gem with a comfortable double bed, walk in warm shower, extra bed upstairs, private lounge area with hammock and couches and above all an incredible view. The location of the beautifully designed pool is well thought off and allowed us to take in wonderful sunsets. Make sure to really spend some time here, wish we could have stayed longer. Mundo Nuevo organised a Farm to Table workshop during which we visited a nearby organic farm and learnt all about permaculture and tasted the most delightful dishes that were beautifully presented and all made from ingredients that are grown by the owners (ask the staff!). We learnt about bee keeping and also did a cacao and coffee tour of another neighboring farm and visited the local Wiwa family who shares the land with Mundo Nuevo. In short: time here is needed as there is so much to see and as it is one of the most peaceful places you will come across!

What an incredible hostel! Everything about it is amazing — the views, the food, the staff, just everything. I loved it so much I kept extending my stay! The dinners were always such a warm and social experience, a perfect way to meet new people in a relaxed and wholesome atmosphere. Truly one of those special places you never want to leave

After an authentic ride up the mountains from Santa Marta, you will be met with the most beautiful hostel in the region. There are no words describing the gorgeous views from Nuevo Mundo. You really have to be there to experience it. Rooms are squeaky clean, and super comfortable. There's a real respect to the environment. All the Staff are wonderful. My only regret is not staying longer.