Villa de Leyva

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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.
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.
It’s supposed to be one of the largest “plazas” in Latin America.
The largest plaza in Colombia at 14,000 sqm
The picturesque village of Villa de Leyva is a 3-hour drive away from Bogota. Villa de Leyva has beautiful colonial architecture and one of the largest town squares I've ever seen. It high up in the Andean mountains, so the climate is quite pleasant. There are good hiking options around and even dinosaur fossils to look at.

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

4/5(1 area review)

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 RM664 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
RM664
RM664 total
25 Jan - 26 Jan
Stay at this spa hotel in Villa de Leyva. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Carmen Museum and Casa Museo Luis Alberto ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (138 reviews)
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Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025

Hotel Casa Alcestre
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 RM477 per night from 17 Feb to 18 Feb
RM477
RM565 total
17 Feb - 18 Feb
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Villa de Leyva. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (114 reviews)
The rooms were huge and spotless. The hotel is very charming and the breakfast was plentiful. Great stay!

Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026

Hotel Campanario de la Villa
Hotel La Corada

Hotel La Corada

2.5 out of 5
Calle 13 Villa de Leyva Boyaca
The price is RM325 per night from 23 Jan to 24 Jan
RM325
RM325 total
23 Jan - 24 Jan
Stay at this spa hotel in Villa de Leyva. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Plaza Major of Villa de Leyva and Casa Museo ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (112 reviews)
Excellent boutique hotel with great location and breakfast! The sauna/steam room was a welcome surprise.

Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025

Hotel La Corada
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
Stay at this spa apartment in Villa de Leyva. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions El Fósil and Antonio Nariño House Museum ...
10/10 Exceptional! (6 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 5 Jan 2026

Villa Santa Ana Premium
Aparta Hotel Los Tucanes

Aparta Hotel Los Tucanes

2 out of 5
10-90 Cl. 7 Villa de Leyva Boyacá
Stay at this aparthotel in Villa de Leyva. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, cable TV channels and housekeeping. Popular attractions Antonio Nariño House Museum and Museo Paleontológico ...
Aparta Hotel Los Tucanes
Cabaña La Cattleya de Villa de Leyva

Cabaña La Cattleya de Villa de Leyva

3 out of 5
Calle 4 No. 10-28 Villa de Leyva Boyaca
Stay at this cottage in Villa de Leyva. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions El Fósil and Antonio Nariño House Museum are ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
Great Villa de Leyva House!!!
It Was a great family weekend, Villa de Leyva have a beautiful landscapes, museums, restaurants, the people are happy and everybody can do a lot of xtreme activities. The house was great, very comfortable.

Reviewed on 18 Jan 2016

Cabaña La Cattleya de Villa de Leyva
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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5/5 - Excellent

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The Saturday market is well worth a visit

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

We loved Villa de Leyva such a fantastic place. Totally recommended for a day or two visit.