Posted: 6/4/24 | June 4th, 2024
Most travelers only spend a day or two in Bogotá. It’s not considered a highlight of Colombia and usually gets overlooked by most travelers.
I think that’s a mistake.
I actually loved my time in Bogotá. The city hasn’t seen as much gringofication as other cities in the country, so it felt the most Colombian to me. I even ended up staying longer than intended because I liked it so much!
However, where you stay in the city (and the hotel you stay in) will greatly impact your trip. Not all parts of the city are safe, and not all hotels here are created equal.
To help you make the most of your visit, here’s my list of the best hotels in Bogotá:
1. Magdalena Guest House
This affordable guest house is in La Candelaria, the city’s historic center. The place is really homey, with a little garden area and inner courtyard, a comfy lounge, resident cat, and lovely hosts who go out of their way to make you feel at home in Bogotá. There’s a kitchen that guests can use too.
The rooms are basic and minimally decorated yet cozy, with parquet floors and unique art on the walls. The bathrooms are where the rooms really shine though. I love the brightly colored tiled floors and walk-in showers. The water is always hot and has good pressure (not always the case in this neighborhood). There are free toiletries too, and the beds are really comfortable. All of the main things to do in Bogotá are within walking distance, so if you want to spend a lot of your time seeing the sights, stay here.
2. HAB Hotel Bogotá
Situated on a quiet residential street in trendy Chapinero, this chic four-star hotel offers luxury amenities at mid-range prices. I love that it’s set in this grand historic mansion. The entire place is incredibly stylish and offers an outdoor terrace filled with plants, a rooftop patio, and a 24/7 fitness center. It even has its own farm-to-table restaurant/bar that serves a delicious breakfast in the mornings and great cocktails in the evenings.
The spacious rooms have hardwood floors and huge windows that let in a lot of light (though I appreciate that there are blackout curtains for when you want to block it out). All rooms feature high-quality mattresses, a desk, minibar, flatscreen TV, and a safe. The sleek bathrooms are covered in stunning black tile and include complimentary luxury toiletries. It’s a calm oasis in one of the city’s coolest neighborhoods.
3. Casa Legado
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