Villa de Leyva

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Panoramic view of Central Plaza Villa de Leyva Boyaca Colombia
Panoramic view of Central Plaza Villa de Leyva Boyaca Colombia
Panoramic at dawn of the Central Plaza of Villa de Leyva Boyaca Colombia
Colombia, Villa de Leyva (Plaza Mayor) is a touristic colonial town and municipality, in the Ricaurte Province, part of the Boyaca, department of Colombia. Parish church on the plaza central
Panorama des riesigen Marktplatzes von Villa de Leyva in Kolumbien mit wolkenlosem Himmel

Where to stay in Villa de Leyva

Plaza Mayor in Villa de Leyva is the largest in Colombia and one of the most impressive in South America, with over 150,000 square feet.
Villa de Leyva Villa de Leyva, a municipality of Boyacá that retains traces of its colonial past in its architecture.
Villa de Leyva is one of the most beautiful towns in Colombia,  famed for its historic importance and splendid square, recognized as a National Monument in 1954.

Old Town Villa de Leyva

5/5(20 area reviews)

Old Town Villa de Leyva is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Casa Museo Luis Alberto Acuna and Plaza Major of Villa de Leyva.

Old Town Villa de Leyva
Hotel Casa Alcestre

Hotel Casa Alcestre

3.5 out of 5
Calle 10 No. 13 7 Villa de Leyva Boyaca
The price is ¥23,933 per night from Feb 12 to Feb 13
¥23,933
¥23,933 total
Feb 12 - Feb 13
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Villa de Leyva. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Carmen Museum and Casa Museo Luis ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (140 reviews)
En el día es necesario tener un ventilador o aire acondicionado porque son muy calientes.

Reviewed on Jan 26, 2026

Hotel Casa Alcestre
Hotel La Corada

Hotel La Corada

2.5 out of 5
Calle 13 Villa de Leyva Boyaca
The price is ¥12,427 per night from Feb 12 to Feb 13
¥12,427
¥12,427 total
Feb 12 - Feb 13
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Villa de Leyva. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Plaza Major of Villa de Leyva and Casa ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (116 reviews)
Excellent hotel andlocation

Reviewed on Feb 9, 2026

Hotel La Corada
Hotel Campanario de la Villa

Hotel Campanario de la Villa

3.5 out of 5
Carrera 11a #12-47 Villa de Leyva Boyacá
The price is ¥18,243 per night from Feb 12 to Feb 13
¥18,243
¥21,611 total
Feb 12 - Feb 13
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Villa de Leyva. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (115 reviews)
The rooms were huge and spotless. The hotel is very charming and the breakfast was plentiful. Great stay!

Reviewed on Jan 6, 2026

Hotel Campanario de la Villa
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Villa Santa Ana Premium

Villa Santa Ana Premium

4 out of 5
Calle 1 Villa de Leyva Boyaca
Book a stay at this spa apartment in Villa de Leyva. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions El Fósil and Antonio Nariño House ...
10/10 Exceptional! (7 reviews)
The place is extremely nice. What you see in the pictures is what you will get! We had a blast with my family. We would 100% recommend it!

Reviewed on Jan 5, 2026

Villa Santa Ana Premium
Bello Hogar (Casa Colonial).

Bello Hogar (Casa Colonial).

Villa de Leyva Boyacá
Stay at this apartment in Villa de Leyva. Popular attractions Museo Paleontológico and Casa Museo de Luis Alberto Acuña are located nearby.
Bello Hogar (Casa Colonial).
ApartaHotel El Refugio de Maria

ApartaHotel El Refugio de Maria

2.5 out of 5
7A-42 Cra. 6ª Villa de Leyva Boyacá
Stay at this aparthotel in Villa de Leyva. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Antonio Nariño House Museum and Museo ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
Good value for money simple no frills, would try afain

Reviewed on Aug 6, 2025

ApartaHotel El Refugio de Maria
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Villa de Leyva

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Top Destination
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5/5 - Excellent

Pao

One of the best colonial towns in Colombia, it is worth the drive from Bogota. It has great restaurants a Colombian handmades.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

A great weekend getaway from Bogota!

5/5 - Excellent

CarlosAlberto

It is one of the best places in Colombia to visit. Villa de Leyva is beautiful.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Beautiful place to travel

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Villa de Leyva is a colonial town so beautiful and with so many activities to do with small and big children.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Nice town with a colonial area. A lot of restaurants for all the tastes and great places for cappuccinos and desserts! There are several places you can go near by, including some other typical towns

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