Lodging in the Llanos and Selva tend to be more expensive than in other Colombia regions, a consideration for budget travelers. In the Selva, tent camping is not possible due to snakes. A hammock could come in handy, especially in smaller villages. Cheaper inns have common baths and fans. Rooms at mid- and upper-range hostels have private baths. Most hostelries of any class have room temperature showers. Only the most expensive hotels have hot water. Air conditioning is a choice in either modest or luxury inns.

These two regions have accommodation alternatives distinct from other parts of Colombia. In the Llanos are hoteles camprestres, up-scale country inns complete with swimming pools and horseback riding, and dude ranches. Near Leticia down in the Selva are several jungle lodges.