Hotel recommendations for General Information:
Budget ($32-40/night):
Budget hotels on the side streets. Look for places with guest-friendly policies.
Mid-Range ($52-94/night):
Serviced apartments for longer stays. These usually have breakfast included.
Premium ($127+/night):
International brands like Marriott or Hilton.
Guest-Friendly Policy:
International chains never ask questions.
Location tip: Stay near public transport links.
Where to stay in Colombia — hotel recommendations
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First time was a learning experience. Second time was so much more efficient. Experience makes all the difference.
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This matches my experience. General Information is great value for money.
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First time was overwhelming but exciting. Second time was 10x smoother. Experience makes all the difference.
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Been going for years. Scene has shifted a bit but still good.
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This matches my experience. General Information is worth the trip.
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Different experience for me. Prices were lower when I went.
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What was your total spend roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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This matches my experience. General Information is one of my favorites.
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What was your total spend roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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What was your total spend roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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Adding my experience: scene has bounced back since pre-COVID. Biggest change: more online activity.
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First time was good but could have been better. Second time was so much more efficient. Experience makes all the difference.
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Word of caution — do not carry too much cash. Other than that, great destination.
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Good info. Going during the week is much better — less crowded and better prices.
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Can confirm. Was there recently and everything checks out.
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20 Mar 2026 at 10:09
Great report, thanks for sharing. Had a similar experience there last month.
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Did you use freelancers or find girls at the hotel?
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Different experience for me. Prices were lower when I went.
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Good info. Going during the week is much better — less crowded and better prices.
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