Title: Cabañas Cañón del Chicamocha Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=553248635943694218&destination=Aratoca%2C+Santander%2C+Colombia&selected=106420994&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire cabin # Cabañas Cañón del Chicamocha ## Photo gallery for Cabañas Cañón del Chicamocha ![Family Cabin, Mountain View | Living area | Flat-screen TV - Cabañas Cañón del Chicamocha (Aratoca)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106430000/106421000/106420994/1bc5817d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Cabin | Living area | Flat-screen TV - Cabañas Cañón del Chicamocha (Aratoca)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106430000/106421000/106420994/331c5618.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Cabañas Cañón del Chicamocha (Aratoca)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106430000/106421000/106420994/0eaa37d9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Cabañas Cañón del Chicamocha (Aratoca)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106430000/106421000/106420994/26ae012d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Cabin | Premium bedding, down duvets, blackout curtains - Cabañas Cañón del Chicamocha (Aratoca)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106430000/106421000/106420994/23f7ba53.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Prices - Amenities - Policies A terrace, a firepit and a garden are just a few of the amenities provided at Cabañas Cañón del Chicamocha. Active travellers can enjoy amenities, such as hiking/biking trails and skydiving, at this cabin. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas. ## Reviews 8.0 Very good ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Outdoor space - Housekeeping £22 additional charges may apply 1 Apr - 2 Apr ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-18&endDate=2026-03-19&selected=106420994&PinnedHotelID=106420994&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-18&endDate=2026-03-19&selected=106420994&PinnedHotelID=106420994&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-19&endDate=2026-03-20&selected=106420994&PinnedHotelID=106420994&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-19&endDate=2026-03-20&selected=106420994&PinnedHotelID=106420994&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-20&endDate=2026-03-22&selected=106420994&PinnedHotelID=106420994&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-20&endDate=2026-03-22&selected=106420994&PinnedHotelID=106420994&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-29&selected=106420994&PinnedHotelID=106420994&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-29&selected=106420994&PinnedHotelID=106420994&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options All rooms 3+ beds 1 bed Showing 5 of 5 rooms ### View all photos for Family Cabin, Mountain View ![Family Cabin, Mountain View | Living area | Flat-screen TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106430000/106421000/106420994/2e0e3c7e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Cabin, Mountain View - Mountain view - 2 bedrooms - Sleeps 6 - 1 Double Bed and 2 Large Single Beds ### View all photos for Cabin ![Cabin | Premium bedding, down duvets, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106430000/106421000/106420994/df2cea67.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Cabin - 2 bedrooms - Sleeps 4 - 1 Double Bed and 2 Large Single Beds ### View all photos for Cabin ![Cabin | Premium bedding, down duvets, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106430000/106421000/106420994/23f7ba53.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Cabin - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Cabin ![Cabin | Living area | Flat-screen TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106430000/106421000/106420994/331c5618.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Cabin - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Cabin ![Cabin | Premium bedding, down duvets, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106430000/106421000/106420994/7ef0305d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Cabin - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FAratoca-Hotels-Cabanas-Canon-Del-Chicamocha.h106420994.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FAratoca-Hotels-Cabanas-Canon-Del-Chicamocha.h106420994.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Aratoca, Cabañas Cañón del Chicamocha is in the suburbs and in the mountains. Panachi Station and Farmers Market - Los Santos are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Chicamocha National Park and Cave of the Cow. Explore all the area has to offer with mountain climbing, ecotours and mountain biking. [Visit our Aratoca travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Aratoca.dx553248635943694218) [View more Cabin rentals in Aratoca](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Aratoca-Cabins.d553248635943694218-aaCabins.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C6.72971%2C-73.01151&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=WNx0ueVPFh6bT0Z-GM2h95QGrRI=) Rural, Aratoca, Santander, 680051 ### What's nearby - ![Shot of the Chicamocha Canyon, Bucaramanga, Colombia.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6265645/7ab21e44-5f8a-4373-bc19-bb6b04473bdc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Chicamocha National Park 10 min drive \- 6.5 miles - Panachi Station 10 min drive \- 5.9 miles - Cave of the Cow 24 min drive \- 17.6 miles - Parque Gallineral 28 min drive \- 22.6 miles - El Puente Shopping Center 28 min drive \- 23.0 miles ### Getting around - Bucaramanga (BGA-Palonegro Intl.) 141 min drive ### Restaurants - Restaurante Chiflas 4 min drive - Restaurante Jaimes 11 min drive - Parador Chiflas 4 min drive - Rincón del Chicamocha 5 min drive - Chocolo 15 min drive ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Cabañas Cañón del Chicamocha This cabin features a garden, a picnic area and free Wi-Fi in public areas. All 7 cabins feature kitchens with fridges and dishwashers, plus premium bedding and flat-screen TVs. Pillow menu, down duvets and showers are among the other amenities available to guests. Cabañas Cañón del Chicamocha offers 7 accommodations with blackout curtains. Beds feature down duvets and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. Accommodation at this 3-star cabin has kitchens with full-sized fridge/freezers, kitchenware and utensils and dishwashers. Bathrooms include a shower. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis. 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Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Full-sized refrigerator/freezer ### Dining - Private picnics ### Bedrooms - Down comforter - Pillow menu - Premium bedding ### Bathroom - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV - Games ### Outdoor areas - Firepit - Free firewood - Garden - Picnic area - Terrace ### Pets - Pet friendly - Pets stay free ### Suitability/Accessibility - No lift ### Services and conveniences - Blackout drapes - Daily housekeeping - Guidebooks - Local maps - Proposal/romance packages ### Location highlights - In the mountains - In the suburbs ### Things to do - Hiking/biking trails - Skydiving - Ecotours nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Rock climbing nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - 7 units - Garden ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 12:30 PM; check-in end time: anytime Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 3:00 PM ### Special check-in instructions Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Renovations and closures This property is closed from 10 March 2026 to 31 March 2026 (dates subject to change). ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets stay for free Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - You may be required to pay the following charge at the property: Colombia value-added tax (VAT) at 19%. A VAT exemption is available to travellers who present a valid passport and tourist visa showing that they are not a resident of Colombia and who pay using a foreign card or via a bank transfer from outside Colombia. This exemption only applies to tourist package bookings (accommodation plus other travel services). We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property Property Registration Number 123 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts If you are travelling with a child, your property may require you to present the following documents: parents travelling into Colombia with a child under 18 may be required to present the child's birth certificate and photo ID (passport for non-Colombian citizens) at check-in. If a relative or legal guardian is travelling into Colombia with the child, that relative or legal guardian may be required to present a notarised consent of travel signed by both parents and a copy of both parents' ID. If only one parent is travelling into Colombia with the child, that parent may be required to present a notarised consent of travel signed by the other parent. Visitors who plan to travel with children should consult with a Colombian consulate office prior to travel for further guidance. ### Property is also known as Cabanas Canon Del Chicamocha Cabañas Cañón del Chicamocha Cabin Cabañas Cañón del Chicamocha Aratoca Cabañas Cañón del Chicamocha Cabin Aratoca ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Cabañas Cañón del Chicamocha pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Cabañas Cañón del Chicamocha? ### What time is check-in at Cabañas Cañón del Chicamocha? ### What time is check-out at Cabañas Cañón del Chicamocha? ### Where is Cabañas Cañón del Chicamocha located? ### Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Cabañas Cañón del Chicamocha Reviews 8.0 ### Very good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness 10 - Excellent 0 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews Verified ### 8/10 Good #### C 25 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication #### Affordable Glamping We appreciated the affordable stay in cabins overlooking the canyon. An easy 90 minute hike along the rim got us to the park with more views. As well, a 5 min walk a paragliding location. For those without vehicles, we could access public transportation to Aratoca then hire a taxi. Enrique arranged a ride back to the highway where we waved down a bus. Take note that the double cabin does not include cooking facilities, only a fridge and minibar. They are still ironing out the details with this platform. That said, breakfast is available in addition to food delivery. 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