Casa Yahri
Rustic-luxe colonial. Whitewashed stucco walls, knotty wood-beamed ceilings, ceramic tile floors, antique furnishings, and local artisan objects. Casual and intimate, not stiff. The kind of place where staff hand you a cold towel the moment you return from a hike.
Book the Chicamocha Suite if budget allows — the private plunge pool and 95 sqm of total space are worth it
Why It Matters
Only four rooms in an 1800s colonial house in one of the most intact heritage towns in Latin America. Michelin Guide listed. Operates all-inclusive with a private guide and driver per suite, a resident chef, and a curated activity program covering everything from rafting the Chicamocha to Tibetan bowl sessions. Also available for full exclusive-use buyout.
Casa Yahri is a four-suite colonial villa sitting on a series of terraces above Barichara — widely considered Colombia's most beautiful town and the real-world inspiration for Disney's Encanto. The property operates as a fully staffed boutique hotel or can be booked for exclusive private use. Everything is all-inclusive, from a homemade breakfast of Santander arepas and local coffee to guided adventures into the Chicamocha Canyon.
Where You'll Stay
3 room types available
Aratoca Junior Suite
Part of the original house built in the late 19th century. It has the bones of history — knotty wood beams, whitewashed walls — and a proper outdoor shower that guests either love or find charming. A 42 sqm private terrace is big enough for a massage table (staff can arrange on-site treatments). Comes with a dedicated dressing room. Located on Level 1.
1 King or 2 Twin beds, plus one additional single bed (up to 3 guests) · 81 sqm
Chicamocha Private Pool Suite
The flagship room. Originally the home's study and library — you can feel that history in the original furnishings. A private plunge pool and a large terrace were added more recently, so you get 19th-century character with modern luxury layered on top. The pool has jacuzzi jets on request. Total area of 95 sqm makes this one of the more generous rooms for the category. Located on Level 2.
1 King or 2 Twin beds, plus one additional single bed (up to 3 guests) · 95 sqm
Guane Standard Room
Two adjoining but fully independent standard rooms on Level 3, both overlooking the natural reserve. Smaller than the suites — Guane 1 is 25 sqm and Guane 2 is 26 sqm — and they share a terrace rather than having private ones. Good for families or friends traveling together who want their own doors. No private pool, but access to the shared communal pool and jacuzzi.
1 King or 2 Twin beds (up to 2 guests per room) · 26 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
1 venue on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
Learn the traditional adobe and tread-wall construction techniques that define Barichara's famous architecture.
Hands-on private workshop in traditional ceramic-making with a local artisan.
A uniquely local craft workshop using Barichara's distinctive ochre and terracotta earth pigments to create paintings.
Traditional papermaking workshop using local materials and techniques.
A 3-hour immersive class learning the techniques and traditional ingredients of Santander cuisine, including lunch. One of the most popular activities for guests.
Multiple routes available, including a full descent through the Chicamocha Canyon. Softer cross-country options for less adrenaline-seeking guests.
Guided horseback trek through the countryside surrounding Barichara. A traditional regional activity with dramatic Andean views.
Fly the thermals above the Chicamocha Canyon. Multiple launch spots available depending on conditions and other planned activities.
A full-day adventure combining hiking from Villanueva to Jordán with rafting on the Chicamocha. Picnic lunch included. Beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels offered.
River rafting on the Fonce River through Colombian flora and fauna. Multiple difficulty levels available.
Rappel down waterfalls in the canyon area.
A walking tour of Barichara's cobblestone streets, heritage architecture, artisan shops, and local cafés with a bilingual guide. The entire town is a government-designated heritage center.
A tour of a traditional coffee farm near Barichara covering the entire process from seed to cup, with tastings.
A more remote hiking option beyond the standard Guane route, exploring deeper into the canyon landscape.
The 19th-century Royal Path connects Barichara to the tiny village of Guane. About 2 hours of walking through unique Andean landscapes, with the option to visit Guane's small but fascinating Archeological and Paleontological Museum.
A mostly downhill hike through the Chicamocha Canyon to the remote village of Jordán. Starts with a 1-hour transfer to the trailhead.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
All rooms have air conditioning.
Lush garden with tropical flowers and birds visible from the main terrace and rooms.
Year-round communal outdoor pool overlooking Barichara village, framed by bougainvillea. A genuine centerpiece of the property.
In-ground heated jacuzzi adjacent to the communal pool. Staff will activate the jets on request.
Full concierge handling activity bookings, restaurant reservations, and transfers. Bilingual staff.
Each suite has a dedicated private bilingual guide and driver for exploring the region. A genuine differentiator vs. most boutique properties.
Transfers from $52 each-way with a driver, or $127 with a bilingual guide. Full transfer from Bucaramanga can include coffee farm stop, lunch, and canyon cable car.
The entire property can be booked for one party exclusively. The property books only one party at a time in some configurations.
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