Mundo Nuevo Eco Lodge Minca

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

I came to the hostel planning to stay only one day and ended up extending again and again 😄 I fell in love with the place and especially with the people. The team is amazing—kind, funny, patient and warm. I felt truly comfortable and at home. Thank you also to the kitchen staff for preparing food without onion—the food was delicious! Thank you for an unforgettable experience 💛 Hug

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.

Probably the best Hostel I have done in my life. The vues are mind blowing with the sunset. The service is perfect and the rooms are of high quality. We have been upgraded!! The food was amazing, vegetarian, at first I was sceptic to be honest but incredible food!

Amazing Stay – Best Hostel on My Latin America Trip! I had a fantastic stay here! The view is stunning, and I even got a free upgrade from a dorm to a private room for just 15 euros per night. The food is tasty, everything is clean – including the pool – and the whole place is well-maintained and beautiful. Prices for food and drinks are very fair, and the surrounding nature is perfect for hiking and long walks. The staff is also super friendly and welcoming. Final verdict: I honestly have nothing to criticize – and coming from a German, that really says something! Excellent value for money. Easily the best hostel I’ve stayed at during my Latin America trip so far.

Such a lovely stay in this beautiful hostel. The food was amazing (vegetarian only but still very filling and tasty), the pool was super clean, and nice areas to chill in hammocks or in the main eating area. Long benches to socialise. ||Note if you’re in the 7 person dorm you only get a cold shower so book 4 person dorm or private room if you want a hot shower. ||Alexander gave really good service, nothing was ever too much hassle. ||I got a Jeep going up and down from Minca. The journey is about 25 mins and very rocky, would be dangerous on a motorbike in the rain in my opinion. There are sheer drops from the cliff edges.||Do the cocoa farm tour from the hostel. 20 ish min walk and is 35,000. ||Thank you!

This was the best place I’ve ever stayed while backpacking! The views were absolutely amazing (especially the sunsets!), there were so many places to sit and relax (hammocks, loungers by the pool, sofas in the main lounge) and the atmosphere was incredibly peaceful. We almost immediately extended our stay. There are lots of activities to do that are in walking distance from the lodge - a cacao/coffee farm tour, waterfalls, bird watching, hikes etc. The food was also all amazing. The staff were very friendly and extremely helpful. Couldn’t recommend this place more!