The hype
Guests are obsessed with the architecture and views, calling it 'magical' and 'surreal,' but service can be slow.
Bio Habitat Hotel
$150-280/ night
Book this if You want to sleep in a glass cube suspended in the Andean cloud forest without sacrificing room service.
Why People Love It
- The 'Aviary' rooms offer 360-degree forest views
- Basto Resto Bar serves Michelin-worthy 'slow food' with sunset vistas
- It feels like a high-design treehouse for adults
Quick Take: A stunning architectural feat where you trade bathroom privacy for waking up inside a cloud.
Guest Who Stayed Here Said
Reality check
The 'glass box' concept is amazing until you realize you're on display to the forest (and potentially other guests) while using the bathroom.
- You're an exhibitionist at heart (or very comfortable with your travel partner)
- You prioritize design and photography over absolute silence
- You want easy access to Salento but prefer a secluded luxury base
Cleanliness & Maintenance
9.4
- Housekeeping: Daily and thorough, though nature means leaves/bugs on balconies are inevitable.
- Bathroom hygiene: Immaculate modern fixtures, but the open-plan design makes 'hygiene' a visual concept.
- Maintenance: Generally excellent, though some wood decking shows wear from the humidity.
- Linens & towels: High-quality, crisp white linens that contrast beautifully with the wood/glass.
- Odors & scents: Fresh forest air, occasional kitchen smells near the restaurant.
Sleepability™
7MODERATE
0-4LOUD
4-7.5MODERATE
7.5-10SILENT
- Kitchen ventilation fans (near restaurant)
- Loud nature sounds (cicadas/birds)
- Restaurant DJ/music on weekends
Before you book
Good to know
- Guests must be 12+ years old (it is effectively adults-only in vibe).
- The main pools are often reported as cold; rely on the hot tubs for warmth.
- Weather changes instantly; it can be sunny one minute and a foggy downpour the next.
What to pack
- Eye mask (essential due to glass walls and early sun)
- Bug spray (forest location = mosquitoes)
- Warm layers (nights get chilly in the mountains)
Room Genie
Best picks
- Aviary Master (for the iconic glass-cube experience, if you don't mind the lack of curtains)
- Grand Master Suite (for the private pool and best seclusion)
Rooms to avoid
- Villas/Suites adjacent to Basto Restaurant (ask specifically to be away from the kitchen vent)
- Standard rooms if you want the 'suspended' feeling (they are more ground-level)
Room Request Genie – copy & paste
“I am celebrating a special occasion and requesting a room as far as possible from the Basto Restaurant kitchen ventilation system to ensure quiet. Please confirm if our specific room has a door for the toilet.”
FAQ & Hidden tips
Everything you actually want to know before you book.
Is there AC?
Yes, rooms have air conditioning, though the mountain air often renders it unnecessary at night.
Is the road difficult to drive?
Yes, the final kilometer is a dirt track. A 4x4 is preferred, or use the hotel's transport/taxis.
Are the pools heated?
The main infinity pools are generally ambient (cool), but there are heated jacuzzis/hot tubs available.
Is it strictly adults only?
Technically guests 12+ are allowed, but the vibe is very much grown-up/romantic.
Do the glass rooms have curtains?
Most have blackout drapes, but gaps are common and the bathroom area often lacks separation.
Is breakfast included?
Yes, and it's highly rated, featuring local ingredients and à la carte options.
Insider Tips
- ✨
Book a 'Wellness' treatment in advance; the spa is small and slots fill up.
- ✨
The 'Snowcapped Mountain Cabin' is the best bet for privacy and space if you aren't sold on the glass box concept.
- ✨
Arrive before sunset to enjoy the 'Magic Hour' cocktails at Basto—the view is the best amenity.
5 things to know before you go
💡The 'Infinity Pool' is quite shallow—more for lounging/photos than doing laps.
💡You might have an audience while showering if you don't strategically close the blinds.
💡The 'Slow Food' concept at the restaurant is literal; expect dinner to take 2+ hours.
💡There is no elevator, and the paths to rooms can be steep and slippery when wet.
💡The hotel is a birdwatching paradise; you can spot toucans from your bed.
Local Playbook
Map
See where Bio Habitat Hotel is located and what's nearby.