Located outside of the city, but within easy reach of Medellin, the Buddha Hostel is a pastoral destination surrounded by tranquility and nature. Meals are offered by expert chefs and the hostel organizes nights out and excursions into the city complete with transport. If you are looking for the excitement of the city but to be able to get away from it all at the same time, the Buddha Hostel, which probably qualifies as a boutique hostel, will be ideal for your needs. As seems to be de rigeur, given the name of the hostal and the decor, things are flavoured here with a distinctly asian touch. This works given the Buddha's leafy environs and extensive gardens allowing us to sigh in relief that this is not trying to be yet another boutique hotel in the district of el Poblado.