Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Terrace
BBQ facilities
Luggage storage
Tour desk
Ironing service
Massage services
Board games/puzzles
Shuttle service (additional charge)
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Amazing nature surroundings
Warm and welcoming staff
Cons:
Access can be challenging for those with mobility issues

Categories

Cleanliness
9.8
The hotel is very beautiful, clean and well decorated, making it a haven of peace in nature.
Service
10
The staff, including Ivan and the kitchen team, provided incredibly warm welcome and excellent service throughout the stay.
Location
9.6
The lodge is remote, located in the jungle, providing a peaceful environment away from the hustle and bustle.
Room Quality
9.6
The rooms are very comfortable, ensuring a relaxing stay with good amenities.
Amenities
9.6
The lodge offers great amenities including hot showers and delicious meals.
Value for Money
9.8
The overall experience justifies the price, with great service and amenities.
Food and Beverage
10
The food served at the lodge was some of the best, particularly the vegetarian options that were praised highly.
Overall Experience
10
A perfect escape into nature offering comfort, adventure, and a strong sense of community.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-03-02 09:45

Property Description

Scenic Oasis Amidst Nature

Garden Retreat: Escape to a lush garden sanctuary at Frana Lodge, offering a tranquil setting for relaxation and leisure.

Mountain View Rooms: Wake up to breathtaking mountain views from the comfort of your room, complete with modern amenities and cozy bedding.

Adventure Awaits: Embark on thrilling hiking adventures and explore the natural beauty surrounding El Zaino during your stay.

Experience the perfect blend of comfort and nature at Frana Lodge. Book now to secure your serene getaway.

Important information:

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

9.8
Based on 43 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.8
Service: 10
Location: 9.6
Room Quality: 9.6
Amenities: 9.6
Value for Money: 9.8
Food and Beverage: 10
Overall Experience: 10
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Renate couple nl
10
Fantastisch!
Pros:

Beautiful lodge. Build and taken care of with love. A short walk after crossing the river. Go swim in the river, lay in a hammock and enjoy. Iwan took very good care of us! Thank you.

Cons:

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2026-04-20 via Nuitee
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jozz solo_traveller fr
10
2026-04-10 via Nuitee
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Devon extended_group ca
10
Pros:

Nature, quiet, staff

2026-04-04 via Nuitee
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Catharina couple de
10
Phenomenal!
Pros:

The Frana Lodge exceeded our expectations. From the very first second Iván picked us up at the meeting point, we felt completely at ease. The walk to the lodge was absolutely fine and very easy for us to manage, and crossing the river each time was an experience we truly enjoyed.

Upon arrival, we were immediately offered water and towels, and warmly welcomed by Franz, the owner. The rooms are in excellent condition, equipped with a fan and a mosquito net, and are cleaned daily. The beds were by far the most comfortable we’ve had during our travels, and the pillows were incredibly cozy.

No matter where you are in the lodge, the view is simply breathtaking. The location is also ideal, with close proximity to many beaches, Tayrona National Park, and a variety of activities.

The food is outstanding, both breakfast and dinner are delicious, and lunch is also available. The portions are perfect and clearly prepared with care and attention to detail.

The staff are incredibly friendly, helpful, and attentive. Everyone goes above and beyond to ensure guests have a perfect stay and are always happy to assist with any questions. Iván, in particular, made our stay even more special with his friendly and cheerful personality.

You can truly feel that the people working there love what they do, and that Frank has created a wonderful atmosphere where everyone feels welcome. They also have the sweetest pets, we loved them so much!

In summary, this is the perfect place to relax, and we highly recommend it.

2026-03-27 via Nuitee
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TOURNIE couple fr
10
2026-03-23 via Nuitee
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Daniel extended_group de
9
Super Anlage, die ihren Preis hat
Pros:

Top Anlage, alles sehr gepflegt, sehr nett und hilfsbereit

Cons:

Restaurant teuer

2026-03-22 via Nuitee
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Marc couple ch
9
Pros:

Sehr schöne Anlage, freundliches Personal.
Ein Ort um zu geniessen.
Man muss etwa 15 min durch den Dschungel auf Pfäden und über Brücken laufen, aber das ist genau das was es ausmacht.

Die Zimmer sind wirklich schön und professionell gebaut.

Cons:

Die Verrechnung unserer Konsumationen wurden bei der Abreise versucht doppelt zu verrechnen.
Vielleicht war es ein Fehler, vielleicht auch gewollt.

2026-03-13 via Nuitee
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Jochen couple de
10
2026-02-26 via Nuitee
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Mirjana couple de
10
Der perfekte Place to slow down
Pros:

Wir haben fast eine Woche in der Frana Lodge verbracht und uns von Anfang an sehr wohlgefühlt.
Die Lodge liegt mitten im Dschungel – man überquert einen kleinen Fluss und läuft ein Stück durch die Natur, bevor man ankommt. Genau das macht diesen Ort so besonders.
Der größte Luxus dort ist die Ruhe. Kein Trubel, kein Lärm – stattdessen Vogelgezwitscher am Morgen, Affen in den Bäumen, Schmetterlinge und Natur pur. Man kommt automatisch runter und wird entschleunigt.
Das Herz der Lodge sind die Menschen. Wir wurden unglaublich herzlich empfangen. Ein besonderes Dankeschön an Ivan, Franz und das großartige Küchenteam, das uns jeden Tag so liebevoll mit frisch zubereitetem Essen versorgt hat. Für uns war es das beste vegetarische Essen in ganz Kolumbien.
Auch die Umgebung ist spannend – nicht weit vom Meer und vom Tayrona Park, aber trotzdem ruhig und abgeschieden.
Wir kommen sehr gerne wieder und können die Frana Lodge absolut weiterempfehlen.

2026-02-26 via Nuitee
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Monica couple za
10
Comfort, adventure and friendship!
Pros:

If you love nature and adventure, if you like to make new charming friends and if you want to disconnect and relax for a bit, this is the perfect place for you! Everything in Frana Lodge works perfectly (communication, payment, accommodation, staff, food, drinks, etc.) thanks to the lovely couple that give name to the lodge and the amazing staff they have hired and trained. You feel at home a minute after arrival and although there's space for privacy if you choose so, it's almost impossible not to make friends really quickly. And not just Franz and Ana, because they create an atmosphere where you easily start chatting with the staff and the other guests. There's nature all around but the rooms are very comfortable (never bothered by bugs!), and there's hot water in the shower! (not easy to find in the Colombian Caribbean). Great service, yummy food, delicious drinks and the best coffee! Whatever we needed or wanted during our stay, they made it happen, and always with love and care. If you're going to Tayrona, don't hesitate and book this place right away!

Cons:

If you have mobility problems you might suffer a bit walking up to the lodge (crossing the river was easy and fun), but once you get there, you'll be rewarded with a beautiful view.

2026-02-26 via Nuitee
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juliette couple fr
9
Pros:

Mention particulière à Ivan qui s’est accueillir à la perfection et fait tout pour que le séjour se déroule au mieux. L’hôtel est très beau, propre et bien décoré. Isole en pleine jungle, c’est un havre de paix en pleine nature.
Le restaurant est excellent !
Il faut juste avoir en tête les 25 min de rando pour y arriver !

2026-02-25 via Nuitee
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jmoore3 couple nz
7
Overall good, but..
Pros:

Frana Lodge itself is an amazing remote lodge surrounded by nature and with 5 star service and cuisine. The hot shower was immense and the meals were some of the best we had during our time in Colombia.

Cons:

There are a few small things we felt could be improved. The property asks for a 50% down payment after booking which is understandable but they impose a 7% fee for card payments. This feels like an unavoidable hidden fee but we were able to find a suitable alternative with the property.
Access to the property was particularly challenging during our stay. We were made aware of a 20 minute walk at the time of booking but on the morning of our arrival we were told that due to weather and river conditions the walk would be an additional 15 minutes and unfortunately it coincided with torrential rain. The property charges extra for porters/mules so we would have appreciated a clearer offer of assistance given the circumstances. The walk would absolutely not have been suitable for anyone with mobility issues or without a reasonable level of fitness.

2026-02-23 via Nuitee
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Maja couple ch
10
Wonderful stay in the jungle
Pros:

Nos encantó absolutamente nuestra estadía aquí. Desde el primer momento nos sentimos bienvenidos: tanto los dueños como todo el equipo son increíblemente amables, atentos y siempre con una sonrisa. La atención al cliente es excepcional; muchas veces parecía que sabían lo que necesitábamos incluso antes de que lo pidiéramos.

La comida fue simplemente espectacular: todo súper, súper rico, preparado con productos de excelente calidad y con muchísimo cuidado en cada detalle. Se nota el cariño y la dedicación en cada plato.

Todo estaba impecablemente limpio. La casa donde nos hospedamos está hecha con muchísimo gusto, cada detalle está bien pensado y cuidado. Además, la naturaleza alrededor es impresionante: estar rodeados de tanta vegetación y tranquilidad fue una experiencia mágica.

Es importante tener en cuenta que está en medio de la jungla y básicamente hay que llegar caminando. Si alguien no está dispuesto a caminar un poco, puede que no sea su lugar ideal. Pero para nosotros, eso fue parte del encanto y lo hizo aún más especial.

Sin duda, volveríamos.

Cons:

We loved everything

2026-02-23 via Nuitee
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Karl couple de
10
Eine Unterkunft zum sorglosen Wohlfühlen.
Pros:

Gute Lage, um den Nationalpark und die weiteren Ausflugsziele der Umgebung zu besuchen; sehr schön gestaltete Unterkunft; und sehr freundliche und hilfsbereite Gastgeber.

Cons:

Wlan war nicht immer stabil.

2026-02-09 via Nuitee
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Guido Edoardo couple it
10
Fantastico
Pros:

È stato un soggiorno meraviglioso, abbiamo alloggiato nel bungalow familiare. Personale cortese e disponibile, natura, quiete, una esperienza da provare.

2025-09-08 via Nuitee
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Oscar couple co
10
2025-09-01 via Nuitee
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Kai solo_traveller de
10
Übernachten wie bei Freunden mitten in der Natur
Pros:

Ideal für Naturliebhaber, die gleichzeitig Ruhe als auch freundliche, nette, kommunikative Leute um sich haben. Die Lage und Ausblicke einmalig, das ganze Team unglaublich nett und aufgeschlossen, Franz hilft, wo er nur kann, sein Assistent Ivan unglaublich hilfsbereit und spannende Gespräche am Abend. Toll auch der nette Abhol- und Zurück Service durch Ivan! Essen schmackhaft, abwechslungsreich und günstig auch. Kann es nur uneingeschränkt empfehlen und hoffe, bald zurückzukehren! Gracias Franz, Ivan y todo el equipo por esa estancia única! Hasta la próxima y un abrazo. PS: Fußgängerbrücke über das Flüsschen im Bau, so bald noch komfortabler am Ziel. Tayrona NP ein Muss, Haupteingang gut zu Fuß erreichbar.

2025-08-29 via Nuitee
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emel couple at
8
2025-08-26 via Nuitee
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Valerio extended_group ch
10
Pros:

What a magic spot!
Thank you Franz!

2025-08-06 via Nuitee
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Vanessa young couple de
10
This lodge is truely something special!
Pros:

We enjoyed our stay and extended for 2 more days because we really didn‘t want to leave :) Fantastic food, amazing location next to the Nationalpark, a lot to explore nearby, nice hosts and a perfect accomodation with a lot of details. We would love to come back! :) Thank you for everything, Franz.

2025-03-19 via Nuitee