Medellin Hotels
Reformed Medellin
Like an ageing rock star, the Colombian city of Medellin has given up the hard drugs, the fighting, the crime and the general misbehaving and transformed itself into one of Latin America’s safest cities. It’s cleaned up its bedroom, made its bed, cooked you breakfast, and held your hand at night. Quite a turnaround. ... Read more »
Not that Medellin doesn’t want to show you a good time. So dance your way through its streets to see the Museo El Castilloand Jardín Botánico, and keep the culture comingat the Museo de Antioquia, the second-oldest museum in Colombia. And even if Medellin has cleaned up its act, the locals are more than willing to take a little dance on the wild side, so head down to the Casa Gardeliana for some tango tips you can take with you into the night…
MEDELLIN’S TOP 10
10. Cementerio de San Pedro Detailed tombstones and decorative graves. Not your average cemetery. |
5. Jardín Botánico Joaquín Antonio Uribe Includes 600 species of trees and plants, a lake, herbarium, auditorium and the amazing Orquideorama. |
9. Parque Explora Kids and geeks alike will love the interactive displays on physics, biology and nanotechnology. |
4. La Gorda Probably the biggest female torso you’ve ever seen. If it’s not, you’ve got some explaining to do. |
8. Parque de las Esculturas Very cool outdoor sculptures in a city that is itself rather like a massive gallery. |
3. Río Claro Valley Hummingbirds (lovely) and vultures (scary) fly over intricate shapes carved by the river into its marble bed. |
7. Pájaro de Paz This artwork was seriously damaged by a bomb that also killed 23 people. Take a moment while you’re there. |
2. Palacio de la Cultura Rafael Uribe Uribe The tongue-twisting host to a multitude of events. |
6. Social Realist-inspired Murals Just one of Medellin’s many exhibitions. |
1. Catedral Metropolitana We bet you can’t play ‘Chopsticks’ on the pipe organ! |
MEDELLIN EVENTS
Spain charges into town for January’s bullfighting fest, Feria Taurina de la Candelaria. The best matadors in the world come to show off their skills.
Semana Santa Catholic Colombia’s important Easter celebration. Time to hit the prayers…
Strut your stuff at July’s ColombiaMODA, the most important fashion event in South America.
Nature lovers unite for La Feria de las Flores in August, the city’s leading cultural event.
December comes to life with the Festival of Christmas Lights.Take a tour of the best exhibits and let the festive spirit wash over you.
WHEN TO GO
- Known as the ‘City of Everlasting Spring’, there is little variation between the seasons.
- Temperatures average around 22ºC (72ºF), but can reach 30ºC (86ºF). Although there is no distinct wet or dry season, there tends to be more rain from March to May and September to November.
- Because of the consistently warm weather, many restaurants and bars operate outdoors year-round.
GETTING AROUND
· Buses are easy to jump on and off during the day, but stop running at around 10 or 11pm.
· Medellin is the only city in Colombia with a subway, and it is clean, safe and efficient. Tickets cost US$0.45/0.80 for a single/return trip, or you can buy a 10-ride multiviaje for US$4.
· After 11pm, when the buses and the metro have stopped, there are plenty of taxis around for getting back to your hotel. They are safe and not too expensive.
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Cra 43 A 1 Sur 150 Medellin
Boasting of a central Medellin location, Holiday Inn Express Hiex Medellin provides a convenient starting point for ho... More hotel details
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Calle 33 No 64 8 Medellin 00000
Platinum Plaza Hotel Medellin features modern accommodation facilities for an enjoyable stay. Featuring contemporary a... More hotel details
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Carrera 43 C6 Sur-100 Medellin
With its comfortable accommodations and friendly service, Four Points By Sheraton Medellin Hotel makes for a suitable ... More hotel details
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Carrera 41 Number 16B Sur 81 Medellin
Discerning travellers visiting Medellin looking for a conveniently located and comfortably appointed lodging can book ... More hotel details
Art Hotel Medellin
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Carrera 41 Number 9 31 Parque Lleras El Poblado Medellin
Discerning business and leisure travellers can have elegantly appointed accommodations in Medellin at Art Hotel Medell... More hotel details
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Carrera 29C No. 10C-100 Edifficio Cyan Medellin
Offering breathtaking view of the city, Best Western Cyan is the perfect place to spend time with family and friends i... More hotel details
Best Western Skyplus Hotel
4 Stars$101
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Carrera 30 North 9A-47 Transversal Inferior Antioquia Medellin 00000
Best Western Skyplus Hotel Medellin is an ideal place for a stopover or a short stay in the city. The quality accommod... More hotel details
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Carrera 43 B Number 8 sur -10 Medellin
Travellers find comfortable accommodations and amenities in a convenient location at Estelar Apartamentos Medellin. Th... More hotel details
Estelar Blue Resort Medellin
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Cr. 42 1 sur-74 Medellin
Perfect jewel of originality and comfort, the Estelar Blue Resort Medellin invites you to explore the whole world of f... More hotel details
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Carrera 36 Number 2 Sur 60 Medellin
Hotel Poblado Alejandria Medellin offers well-appointed accommodations, convenient facilities and professional service... More hotel details
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