Casa Miajara

Designed by Luz Mario Jaramillo, Casa Miajara fits uniquely into the curve of the land. The hotel has a number of social areas, all of which flow into the outdoors and have superb views of the city and beyond. They are surrounded by gardens filled with blooms and greenery and there are hammocks strung up in every corner to ensure there's always somewhere to relax. Enjoy hearty, locally-inspired meals in the dining room, which also benefits from the same fantastic garden views.

There are just four rooms at Casa Miajara including a Master Bedroom on the first floor. Simple and classic, they showcase the fantastic views of the city, cathedral and mountains, which you can enjoy while lazing in your hammock. The furnishings and decor were specifically designed for the casa using regional materials like banana leaves, wood, stone and wrought iron. Two of the rooms enjoy a private terrace and there's also a duplex studio for a touch more space.

Explore Barichara's maze of streets, finding artisanal studios to frequent – the town is known for its stone carving and pottery – and marvelling at the aged architecture like the iconic central cathedral. The town of Barichara is on the edge of the Chicomocha Canyon and there's ample opportunity for adventures including trekking, biking, ziplining and white-water rafting. Helicopter flights are also available, offering sensational views of the surrounding landscape.