CASA LOMA
MINCA
CASA LOMA
MINCA
In the Heart of the World in Colombia, between the snow-capped peaks of the Sierra Nevada and the beaches of Santa Marta, Casa Loma was born.
A hidden paradise in the middle of nature, 800 meters above sea level, only 10 minutes walk from the center of Minca.
Casa Loma, multifaceted, nourishes our travelers’ desires for wellness and dynamism. It is a destination full of colors, contrasts that reflect the plurality and multiculturalism of the region.
The home in the jungle to create memories and draw smiles.
We invite you to immerse yourself in nature and in the magic of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta, to discover the Colombian coffee culture, to share a sunset with a spectacular view, to experience yoga classes, to learn with workshops of ancestral knowledge and to dance with sounds inspired by nature that invite reflection.
All this in the open air!
So come, let’s travel together, live the present moment and make this dream our reality.
“The journey is a door through which we leave a reality as if to penetrate an unexplored reality that seems like a dream.”
Guy de Maupassant
In the Heart of the World in Colombia, between the snow-capped peaks of the Sierra Nevada and the beaches of Santa Marta, Casa Loma was born.
A hidden paradise in the middle of nature, 800 meters above sea level, and 10 minutes walk from downtown Minca.
Casa Loma, multifaceted, nourishes our travelers’ desires for wellness and dynamism. It is a destination full of colors and contrasts that reflect the plurality and multiculturalism of the region. The home in the jungle to create memories and draw smiles.
We invite you to immerse yourself in nature and in the magic of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta, to discover the Colombian coffee culture, to share a sunset with a spectacular view and smiles, to experience yoga classes, to learn with workshops of ancestral knowledge and to dance on local rhythms. All this in the open air!
So, come, let’s travel together, live the present moment and make this dream our reality.
“The journey is a door through which we leave a reality as if to penetrate an unexplored reality that seems like a dream.”
Guy de Maupassant
FAQ
How to get to Minca from Santa Marta?
To get to Minca from the city of Santa Marta, the most common way is to take a bus from Cootrasminca a small company of mini-vans or Jeeps, which you can find in the public market of Santa Marta (right next to the buses that go to Tayrona Park or Palomino), although it is also possible to go by cab, in your own car or motorcycle.
These are the transport fares:
Transportation by bus from Cootrasminca: $9.000 COP / Per Person.
Transportation by cab from Santa Marta to Minca: Depending on where you are located. Between $50.000 COP and $60.000 COP.
Both by cab and Jeep the trip takes 45 minutes.
If you wish you can book a private transportation from wherever you are, just contact us and we will be happy to help you!
+57 313 808 6134
What is the location of Casa Loma?
We are located 10 min from the village up a mountain with stairs, you have to take the church as a reference because we are just behind, so if you bring your car you can leave it in any parking lot in Minca as the only access is pedestrian to the hostel.
Then follow the signs, see you at the top with the spectacular view!
What clothes should I wear?
- Minca is located at an altitude of 650 meters above sea level.
- The average temperature is 27°c.
- We have two remarkable seasons! Between December and April, it is summer, high temperatures and almost no rain.
- Between May and November, rainy season. Temperatures can drop considerably at night.
- We always recommend good walking shoes, insect repellent and sunscreen, comfortable clothes and rain coats during the rainy season.
Is there an ATM in Minca?
In Minca there is no ATM as such! At Embassy Bank located diagonal to the church in downtown Minca you can make cash withdrawals with your cards against service fee.
- Embassy Bank hours are 8:00 am – 7:00 pm daily.
At Casa Loma, we receive payments with credit and debit cards with 4% commission. We handle a system of rechargeable handles for your consumptions in the Hotel.
How to get Minca from Santa Marta?
To get to Minca from the city of Santa Marta, the most common way is to take a bus from Cootrasminca a small company of mini-vans or Jeeps, which you can find in the public market of Santa Marta (right next to the buses that go to Tayrona Park or Palomino), although it is also possible to go by cab, in your own car or motorcycle.
These are the transport fares:
Transportation by bus from Cootrasminca: $9.000 COP / Per Person.
Transportation by cab from Santa Marta to Minca: Depending on where you are located. Between $50.000 COP and $60.000 COP.
Both by cab and Jeep the trip takes 45 minutes.
If you wish you can book a private transportation from wherever you are, just contact us and we will be happy to help you!
+57 313 808 6134
What is the location of Casa Loma?
We are located 10 min from the village up a mountain with stairs, you have to take the church as a reference because we are just behind, so if you bring your car you can leave it in any parking lot in Minca as the only access is pedestrian to the hostel.
Then follow the signs, see you at the top with the spectacular view!
What clothes should I wear?
- Minca is located at an altitude of 650 meters above sea level.
- The average temperature is 27°c.
- We have two remarkable seasons! Between December and April, it is summer, high temperatures and almost no rain.
- Between May and November, rainy season. Temperatures can drop considerably at night.
- We always recommend good walking shoes, insect repellent and sunscreen, comfortable clothes and rain coats during the rainy season.
Is there an ATM in Minca?
In Minca there is no ATM as such! At Embassy Bank located diagonal to the church in downtown Minca you can make cash withdrawals with your cards against service fee.
- Embassy Bank hours are 8:00 am – 7:00 pm daily.
At Casa Loma, we receive payments with credit and debit cards with 4% commission. We handle a system of rechargeable handles for your consumptions in the Hotel.
