La Perla Negra Eco-Lodge & Hostel

Beautiful and peaceful place surrounded by nature. The staff were very friendly and helpful, and I really enjoyed my stay. Highly recommended if you’re visiting the San Rafael area.

Absolute Oase in der Natur zum Entspannen. Unzählige Vögel und Schmetterlinge zum Beobachten. Gemütliche Hängematten. Super leckeres Essen und sehr freundliches Personal. Wir wären sehr gerne länger geblieben.

Nur eine Deckenlampe im Mehrbettzimmer. Lampen am Bett oder eine hellere Deckenlampe wäre schön gewesen.

Me encanto este lugar, es un espacio para conectar con la naturaleza, el personal excelente, Cami, Sandra y el propietario super gentiles, la acomodación super bonita y agradable, el proyecto de sostenibilidad y preservación me encanto, adicional veo que desde el hotel se trabaja en colaboración con la economía local, lo cual me parece grandioso, 20/10 este lugar.

Todo super bien, nada que decir.

Hermoso lugar, para un espacio de paz y tranquilidad.

An unforgettable and lovely stay with even more lovely people! La Perla Negra is a peaceful and magical place with delicious food (especially the pizza) It felt like a true home away from home, and I cannot wait to return :)

El Hostel es estupendo, muy tranquilo, muchas vegetación, animales libres, los perritos son mansos, el rio queda a unos cuantos pasos, casi que tienes el río para ti solo, el personal muy atento y pendiente de tu estadía, la comida también deliciosa, el sándwich de pollo 10/10. Mi esposo y yo nos hospedamos en cabaña privada con baño compartido y estaba muy limpia y cómoda la cama, tenía un agradable aroma, además nos tocó la cabaña con mejor vista. En toda la zona de cabañas se escucha el río, simplemente estupendo. Los baños compartidos muy limpios, tienen ducha eléctrica, no tengo ninguna queja. Si lo que quieres es relajarte y desconectarte, este Hostel es ideal. No es tan cerca del pueblo, aunque si es de muy fácil acceso, sobre la vía principal, está en una vereda llamada el Bizcocho a 15 minutos del parque principal de San Rafael.

Se podría mejorar con algún tipo de sendero a la entrada de casa cabaña en caso de que uno no se quiera ensuciar los pies al salir de la ducha o cuando llueva

Definitivamente uno de mis lugares favoritos en el oriente antioqueño, ¡el lugar es espectacular!; es perfecto para ir a desconectarse del mundo y conectarse con la naturaleza y el universo, la atención es súper amigable, los precios son acordes al lugar, la comida deliciosa y la ubicación es muy fácil, pues queda justo al lado de la carretera que va al pueblo, me llamó también mucho la atención que ofrecen otros servicios como senderismo y visitas a charcos cercanos. Recomendado para todas las personas que quieren pasar unos días en contacto con la naturaleza y en plena tranquilidad al son de la música del bosque, del río y las aves.

El rio

La atención y la cabaña

Incredible service and very kind hosts. Cami was amazing and the whole staff were very kind. Very comfortable, tranquil retreat in beautiful nature and great food!

Tutto era molto pulito e ben gestito, staff molto accogliente e disponibile, luogo fantastico!

L'unica cosa è che nel nostro bagno privato non c'era l'acqua calda

Todo estuvo perfecto, un lugar para liberar el estrés de la ciudad y conectarse con la naturaleza, las chozas muy rurales y bonitas, el río pegado al lugar y privado, sendero ecológico, la comida, amabilidad del personal, animales amigables, me sentía como en una granja, todo excelente 👌🏻

Tener que irme

Es un lugar para descansar, la naturaleza es espectacular, se desconecta de la rutina de la ciudad. La comida muy rica, el personal todos muy amables. Es un lugar para recomendar

buen mantenimiento de las instalaciones , ubicación del alojamiento cercana a sitios bonitos y muy tranquila, animales y gente muy amable

Le calme, la nature, pour faire des petites randonnées ou voir la rivière juste en bas c’est ultra cool. Je suis restée 2 nuits supplémentaires pour profiter de ce petit paradis. Le confort des matelas, les douches sont très bien aussi. Le personnel est adorable et ultra efficace. Très bon restaurant

Rien, j’ai tout aimé

Fui por un dia y me termine quedando otro. Un lugar rodeado de naturaleza, donde el sonido del río se vuelve compañía constante. Viajé sola, pero nunca me sentí así… este hotel en San Rafael tiene una paz que lo llena todo. La atención del personal fue increíble, siempre atentos, amables, en especial la de Cami, una energía que hace que uno se sienta como en casa. La comida simplemente deliciosa. Las instalaciones confortables, limpias y hermosas. Gracias por su atencion. Espero volver pronto.

Que no pude quedarme mas tiempo

Absolutamente todo, el lugar superó nuestras expectativas, si quieres un lugar tranquilo, limpio, rodeado de naturaleza, con deliciosas opciones para comer y el sonido del río mientras duermes, este es el lugar. Buen internet, acceso a pasos de la vía principal, cerca del pueblo y la energía del lugar más el ambiente que han generado por el staff, buena música en el bar, baños organizados, camas súper cómodas, hacen del lugar un sitio perfecto para desconectar y recargar. Gracias Adri, Cami y a las chicas de la cocina. Las mejores vibras para ustedes. Volveremos 💚

Wow. One of the most amazing places I've ever stayed in. Beautifully built, right in the middle of nature and peaceful despite being just off the road (so you can easily get a bus or taxi there). The place is a bit below the road and it's very quiet, the only sound is the rushing of the river which the property leads to. We took the cabin with a leaf roof and it was super comfortable, lovely bed, nicely designed, beautiful views over the hills/forest from the balcony and the bathroom. Food: fantastic. Varied, fresh, very tasty and reasonable prices. Varied drinks menu. The best thing though was the family that runs black pearl, and the staff and volunteers - kind, attentive and interesting. The owners have a little toddler who took our toddler on a tour of the vegetable garden. It was just totally perfect, I couldn't recommend it enough!

Es un lugar que te permite conectar con la naturaleza y descansar. Las camas son cómodas, limpias, tiene acceso privado al río y queda cerca a varios chorros. La comida es saludable y de buen sabor. El personal estuvo muy atento de satisfacer mis necesidades. Fui sola sin ningún inconveniente.

Maravilloso lugar, personal muy amable y paisajes hermosos

La cercanía con el río, y a otras rutas de senderismo.

Todo me gustó.

La comodidad

El acceso a los charcos

El lugar es un refugio natural super hermoso y tranquilo con un rio hermoso como patio. Me encanto este alojamiento y lo recomiendo mucho. Me hopede por tres noches y al final tenia ganas de quedarme por un mes. La zona de San rafael tiene muchos rios, cascadas y charcos cristalinos por todos lados, tuve la oportunidad de conocer algunos y me encantaron. Algun dia volvere por mas dias para completar los rios y senderos.

mas opcion en el menu de comida del Restaurante. Soy Carnivoro, jajajajja

La conexión con la naturaleza, la buena atención, su hospitalidad

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El respeto a la naturaleza, la cercanía y la atención al huésped. Increíble La comida es espectacular, deliciosa y muy variada. Puedes ver colibrís y micos mientras desayunas, para otra personas no sé, para mí ha sido algo especial. Es un espacio al que tengo que volver seguro.

El lugar, es perfecto.

Le cadre naturel exceptionnel, l’ambiance conviviale, la gentillesse et la disponibilité du personnel. Les espaces communs sont agréables et bien entretenus, parfaits pour se détendre.

Le menu gagnerait à être un peu plus diversifié.

Las instalaciones del eco hostel en su totalidad fueron 5/5, Adrian el anfitrión súper amable y atento. Y 5 estrellas a la sazón, todo delicioso, además tener acceso al río en una zona completamente privada estuvo genial. Mención honorífica a Kira, la alarma y consentida del Hostel, aunque Canela no se queda atrás.

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Me hospedé en una de las habitaciones compartidas y lo recomiendo a viajeros y familias que buscan estar en un espacio único, seguro, limpio y con todas las comodidades. Este lugar realmente est en sintonia con la naturaleza! Es especial porque tiene Alma. Se nota que todo está cuidado con intención y amor por los detalles. El diseño en bambú me pareció muy armonioso y coherente con lo sostenible. 🎋 Los espacios compartidos son tranquilos y acogedores. La cama super cómoda y los amaneceres son imperdibles... aire puro, vista a la montaña, el sonido del río y las aves. El agua caliente funcionó perfecto, los baños siempre estaban limpios y bien dotados. El río está a menos de un minuto… y es precioso! Me gustó mucho sentir que Adrián y su equipo se ocupan genuinamente del bienestar de sus huéspedes. Hice muy buenos amigos aquí y es que todo invita a relajarse y abrirse para conectar mejor con la naturaleza (y además a sorprenderse con los sabores increíbles de cada plato del menú!! 🤯💯🤘🏼) La Perla Negra es mi tesoro escondido favorito en San Rafael. Es imposible no querer regresar! Gracias por crear este lugar 🌿

Sound of river, nature setting. Very good food. Helpful staff

It was so peaceful and relaxing! The river was so relaxing to listen to! So many different types of birds to look at! The staff and the food were amazing, you must try the brownie! As well the beds in the dorms were super comfortable!

Super place to switch off! Right next to a river where you can cool off.

Heavenly location, people,food,massage,animals. A real getaway. Could have sat on our balcony forever listening to the river below, the sound of the birds. Had one of the best massages ever on it. Highly recommend.

Leaving!

A chilling place to stay, friendly staff and lovely evergreen environment:)

Mosquitos, frogs, bugs but that’s part of the experience Lmfaoo

The property is amazing, lush greenery everywhere with such interesting birds and monkeys to watch with a private river right out the back

It’s nothing short of a paradise driven by ecologically motivated people with amazing energy! The rooms are super clean and very uniquely built with as much organic material as possible. The beds are made of bamboo! The food is super good quality and there are great options! Just one minutes walk leads to the river where it’s possible to enjoy it completely by yourself or with the other guests. The surrounding area is stunning!

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Came to stay a second time loving it so much ! Just as amazing as the first time ! Love adrian and the cute staff and everything here !

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Everything is perfect Europeen standart of a cuisine. Super clean. Not to mention the place itself is a paradise ye? By the way Probabaly the best doorms bed and pillow i had in 34 countries ..

Didnt like leaving it ..

The atmosphere of tranquiliy was a refreshing escape from the normal humdrum.

Stunning location, peaceful, delicious food, friendly staff. I left my glasses behind and they were so kind to send them back to me. Thanks!

Our tent/cabin got quite hot and the only way to ventilate it was to keep the door flaps open, but this meant we got devoured by bugs!

It is a beautiful location on a mountain slope with access to a river. The bathroom is very clean and it has warmwater! It is nice to see all their pets (including the little ducks in the duckpond and Paola the horse), wild birds and monkeys around the place. It has a good restaurant.

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I loved the location and access to the river. It was very tranquil and food was good.

The dorms were a little stuffy. A fan would be nice.

The location near the river was wonderful.

Cabin a bit small

Food, service, and views were actually unreal

The atmosphere, the river and naturaleza, the staff

I liked everything, but I think the food can improve.

Everything

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Amazing location, perfect for a relaxed stay in the nature. Super friendly and helpful staff, and amazing facilities. Everything was clean and taken care of. Would always go again

Amazing place. Very green, very spacious, amazing private river access, nice and very helpful staff, good food, simply put just amazing. Better than the pictures. If you are planning to go to Guatapé/San Rafael, and you want to have an amazing place to relax, stay and enjoy. Go here.

That we couldn’t stay longer.

Lovely location next to the river, many waterfalls nearby. Peaceful and great food.

Like a paradise - Quite and surrounded by nature - Delicious food - Comfortable, new and well built facilities

A gem! I stayed in one of the small huts: super comfy bed, super clean, enough power sockets and lights. And amazing to sleep to the sounds of nature and the nearby river. The location is super nice, including the company of the horse, dogs and ducks. The staff was very friendly, and they have a list of activities around the hostel, but you can also chill out in one of the hammocks or chill in the river next to the hostel. And the food was one of the best veggie/vegan options I had on my whole trip!

Only negative: needed to head back to Medellín, would have wanted to stay 2-3 more nights longer

The best hostel ever in colombia

the hostel is set in a beautiful location, close to the river and a big open space to relax in and a lovely view.

wow this place is so amazing! hard to describe...most comfty beds i ever had, super delicious food, super quiet, super nice river to swim in it and some of the most handsome people working/living there! i felt in love with the place! for sure i will return!

- Super friendly and helpful staff - It's an oasis in the nature where you can realax - You can pay everything there in cash or now even with credit card - funny horse standing around and eating all day long

The portions of the meals could be a little bit more

beautiful location with quiet spot by the river.

truly a paradise - would gladly return. Stayed for 2 nights but more would have been excellent - best breakfasts we’ve had on our travels - hosts so friendly - hearing the river, frogs and crickets to go to sleep was bliss. No traffic noise - cabins are small but comfortable. The best night’s sleep we’d had in a while (new mattresses, comfortable temperature etc) - Wifi worked well - communal area is really nice to relax in - lots of walks, rivers and waterfalls to explore locally. We went tubing too which would recommend - showers and toilets were really high quality (hot water even!). The best we’d used in quite a while which is impressive considering it is quite remote

It is super calm.

The property was beautiful and the owners were very kind. It is very close to a river which was a very nice escape from the city. We loved that the also had games to relax and enjoy quality time with a beautiful view. The food was also delicious!!

The only downside was that we were unable to pay through booking or by card at all. We had to make a transfer by bancolombia or pay via pay pal. Luckily part of our group was already in Colombia and was able to do the deposit. Otherwise, if traveling from a country outside of Colombia you may have to pay some foreign transaction fees.

Nice place to relax and recharge, Adrian was very nice to give us information about the area, where to go and what to see.

They were very welcoming and helpful already before we arrived. We got the directions and important notes over whatssapp. The shower that we took after a rainy day was the best shower ever! We came by motorcycle from medellin and Adrian informed us very well about the roads and it’s condition. We could park the bike next to the restaurant area. Just one of the best places I have ever been.

Remote and beautiful location next to the river. The fish for lunch and the breakfast bowl were great. The cabin was a great place to rest even with thunder roaring half of the night.

This place is in a beautiful location. It's so wonderfully peaceful. The rooms are built extremely well & nicely designed. There are several good places to visit nearby. I did a great hike (wear long trousers) & ended up at an amazing waterfall with a pool where you can swim. The staff are really friendly & helpful. Try the tilapia & the brownie - they're great.

If, like me, you're a light sleeper, take eat plugs as the river is loud.