Hacienda Bambusa

It's a bumpy journey down a dirt road — albeit a scenic one framed by cacao and pineapple trees — to the gates of Hacienda Bambusa. Located on a working farm with views of the Andes, this boutique hotel is housed within a traditional two-story villa that’s been beautifully restored and updated to host travelers passing through Colombia’s central coffee-growing region. It’s the only hotel around for miles, and it feels like a place to settle in for a few days, relaxing barefoot by the pool with a cup of café con leche.

Eight suites open onto the hacienda’s wraparound balconies, which are strung with woven hammocks and lined with bamboo armchairs. Inside, they’re elegant but slightly rustic, with thick clay walls, king-sized beds with crisp white linens, and bathrooms with colorful ceramic tile and copper fixtures. Old-fashioned wooden shutters keep the glaring sun out during the hottest part of the day, then open to reveal views of the property’s carefully tended gardens with lush flowers and fruit trees.

There’s plenty to do on the grounds of the farm, from hiking, bird watching, and mountain biking to coffee and cacao tastings. A refreshing dip in the deep blue-tiled pool is the perfect follow-up to any outdoor adventure. Both breakfast and dinner are served in picturesque outdoor settings when the weather cooperates — a lavish buffet in the morning and a gourmet barbecue-style meal served on white linen to end the day. Both are welcome features for those who venture off the property during the day for coffee tours, market visits, and hot-air balloon rides in the area.