Carrera 2 # 9 - 87, Candelaria - Centro Historico, 111711 Bogotá, Colombia
#111 of 493 hotels in Bogotá
Guests' ChoiceBased on 347 hostel reviews
8.6Cleanliness
8.6
Comfort
8.6
Location
9.5
Facilities
8.4
Staff
9.4
Value for money
8.8
Free Wifi
9.1
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End of dialog contentReviewed: December 16, 2022
Christina
SwitzerlandIt was a bit cold everywhere and I was freezing a little at night despite the warm blanket the hostel offers so bring warm clothes!
Very nice laid back social hostel with amazing community spaces
Stayed in December 2022
Reviewed: December 15, 2022
Gareth
United KingdomAs the hostel is in an old building there isn't much soundproofing so if you're not into your music until 12pm then maybe this isn't for you. Music is an integral part of Colombian society and it is everywhere! The private room was pretty basic but that's what we paid for.
We had a great stay at Botanico Hostel. It was our first time in Bogota and this was a good base to explore the city; excellent food and drink options, sightseeing options on your doorstep (make sure you check out the walking tour, graffiti tour and cycling tour!), good location from the airport and onwards travel. The staff were really friendly and helpful with all of our questions! The staff had plenty of advice for local tours, where to explore and where not to explore, and all There was a well stocked bar and cool tunes. Breakfast was available at a reasonable cost on the roof terrace. The hostel itself is in a beautiful old building only a 5 minute walk to the sights of La Candelaria.
Stayed in November 2022
Reviewed: December 13, 2022
Béatrix
FranceNice atmosphere and facilities, very cool terrace!
Stayed in October 2022
Reviewed: December 5, 2022
Emma
United KingdomSome of the doors on the bathrooms can get stuck so check them before going in, although pretty funny when you have to shout someone to rescue you - a good ice breaker I guess!!
Loved it here, really sociable communal areas. The beds are clean and comfy. They put activities on each day, some free, some for a small fee e.g Yoga. Amrit who took the yoga class was such a lovely teacher, I enjoyed the two mornings very much xx Free tea and coffee. Lots of info about tours you can do. Deffo do the graffiti tour with capital x
Stayed in November 2022
Reviewed: December 3, 2022
Ash
United KingdomBedrooms and social spaces were a little chilly.
Extremely welcoming hostel, easy to meet other travellers in the cosy social spaces. Friendly staff, especially bar woman - lots of free shots of homemade infused alcohol. Comfortable private beds with curtains. Perfect place to begin my trip in Colombia.
Stayed in September 2022
Reviewed: November 14, 2022
Son
United KingdomNothing
Sociable and fun. Lovely staff.
Stayed in November 2022
Reviewed: November 12, 2022
Adriaan
Netherlands-
Very nice atmosphere, super friendly people and our private room was really nice (we even had a small private garden)!
Stayed in November 2022
Reviewed: November 4, 2022
Julian
NetherlandsThe wifi is really bad, especially in the rooms. Also there is no connection because it is higher in the area, I had things to do for my study, that’s the thing that sucked. But if you don’t have any of that stuff to do, it’s the best place to be!
It’s the most beautiful hostel I have ever stayed at. The staff is so sweet, Estefania really made me feel at home. I spent my birthday here and couldn’t wish for a better place. The beds are really comfortable, everything is clean. The women from breakfast are also the best! They are really sweet and serve the best breakfast, in the morning you can sit on the terrace, with beautiful views over the city and the mountains. It’s a very social space. Already thinking of going back here, and recommend it to many people. Also the best aguardiente ;)
Stayed in October 2022
Reviewed: November 4, 2022
Uxia
SpainThe bar staff, Estefany, was very nice and helpfull with us.
Stayed in October 2022
Reviewed: October 22, 2022
Alice
United KingdomWi-Fi wasn’t great but that didn’t effect me but if you’re needing the internet, it only works well in the common area
comfy bed, nice staff, great to meet other people, nice location, beautiful view from the roof tops
Stayed in October 2022
Reviewed: October 22, 2022
Enrico
Switzerlandactivities and friendly staff
Stayed in October 2022
Reviewed: October 21, 2022
Eric
TaiwanThe staff here helps a lot. And they even have a campfire.
Stayed in September 2022
Reviewed: October 19, 2022
Joshua
United Kingdomshower was a bit hit and miss and bathroom light didn’t work
beautiful property, rooms and staff
Stayed in October 2022
Reviewed: October 18, 2022
Anne-kathrin
Germanyit was ok clean, Could be improved. bit noisy
Location is nice, in walking distance to monserrate and other Main attractions. Kitchen is good equipped. 24/7 Staff and very helpful
Stayed in October 2022
Reviewed: October 14, 2022
Tony
United KingdomFew too many cobwebs. Shower cold. Pretty basic.
Breakfast okay - bread basic but good fresh fruit, juice and eggs included. Lovely setting on roof with superb views. Over city and hills.
Stayed in October 2022
Reviewed: October 6, 2022
Jose
ColombiaThe internet could be better, but I might just have had bad luck
The most beautiful building, full of great people and in a great location. The staff were beyond friendly and helpful, highly recommended for people looking to meet other travelers, sleep comfortably and have fun
Stayed in October 2022
Reviewed: October 4, 2022
Melanie
IrelandI wish breakfast was included and there was a larger locker for storage.
The terrace, Yoga and shared spaces are all lovely. Very clean and comfortable place to work or relax.
Stayed in October 2022
Reviewed: October 3, 2022
Gili
IsraelI really liked the communal area. it’s very cozy and lets you meet people very easily. I loved the view from the hostel. one of the most beautiful location. the stuff was extremely nice and helpful. overall had an amazing stay
Stayed in October 2022
Reviewed: October 1, 2022
James
United StatesWifi was iffy so it is not good for if you need to work.
It is very pleasing! Multiple areas to relax if you want to or close to many touristy attractions if you want to leave.
Stayed in September 2022
Reviewed: September 29, 2022
Neel
United Kingdomn/a
excellent location and relatively clean
Stayed in September 2022
Reviewed: September 26, 2022
Saria
NetherlandsI really liked this hostel! It was my first hostel during my solo travels and since the hostel was very cozy, it was good to meat people :)
Stayed in September 2022
Reviewed: September 15, 2022
Amarpreet
United KingdomThat I could not stay longer due to my visa :(
Everything! This hands down is the best hostel I have stayed in during my 6 months of travelling. It attracts the best travellers and the social areas are perfect for meeting cool people. The hostel itself is beautiful being covered by plants. Best of all is the staff. Each of them are so helpful and cool! The thing I will miss the most about this hostel is the people because they really made my stay in Bogota the best it could be! Also there is unlimited coffee and tea throughout the day!
Stayed in August 2022
Reviewed: September 10, 2022
Fausta
United Kingdomnothing, overall very good
comfortable bed, privacy curtains, lots of hang out area, good location and nice bar
Stayed in August 2022
Reviewed: September 9, 2022
Tomoki
JapanWifi is unstable and slow. They charge 5% credit card fee. The room even inside is cold in the night. It takes 1-2 minutes to get hot shower.
Near to the old city area. Bogotá city view form the terrace is beautiful . Comfortable common room to chat with other tourists. Staff, especially two girls, are very kind. Ana is a lovely girl and welcome tourists with good smile. When I had a flight cancellation problem, Monica was supportive and called the flight company customer support in Spanish as I can’t speak Spanish. Also, she called Booking.com customer support to cancel my next hostel for free.
Stayed in September 2022
Reviewed: September 9, 2022
Maria
PolandThe only thing that could be improved - the temperature inside. Bogota is chilly, especially at night, and as the building is old (which makes it special), the cold air passes easily. Some better isolation, or tiny heaters in the rooms probably could make it a perfect spot.
This place is amazing. When you arrive in a bustling Bogota, it totally feels like home, everybody being so welcoming, open and friendly. The building is beautiful, and you could spend a lot of time just sitting at the rooftop, staring at the city. A big bonus for breakfasts prepared by a lovely lady! We were also welcomed by a fire and vegetarian ajiaco right after we arrived, which was a beautiful entry to Colombia.
Stayed in August 2022
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