Sheraton Bogota, Colombia [Master Thread]
Apr 14, 2005, 4:32 am
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Sheraton Bogota, Colombia [Master Thread]
Any recent updates on this hotel? I have a Jr. Suite reserved there for late July.
BTW what's considered the "best" hotel in Bogota?
Thanks in advance.
BTW what's considered the "best" hotel in Bogota?
Thanks in advance.
Apr 14, 2005, 4:41 am
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Not stayed at the Four Points in Bogota but stayed at the Four Points in Cali in January which was OK.
When in Bogota I stay at the Hotel Porton Bogota which is a small hotel located in upmarket area of Bogota. Nice and peaceful, nice decor & personal service.
When in Bogota I stay at the Hotel Porton Bogota which is a small hotel located in upmarket area of Bogota. Nice and peaceful, nice decor & personal service.
Apr 14, 2005, 7:04 am
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Originally Posted by AAEXP
Any recent updates on this hotel? I have a Jr. Suite reserved there for late July.
BTW what's considered the "best" hotel in Bogota?
Thanks in advance.
BTW what's considered the "best" hotel in Bogota?
Thanks in advance.
Bogota is missing "great" hotels (IMO) but the Intercontinental is a possible nominee. Depending on where your business is, I can suggest some small luxury hotels if you're into that.
Sep 18, 2007, 12:08 pm
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Sep 18, 2007, 7:10 pm
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I think I misinterpreted your comment. I'd thought you were referring to the safety situation in Colombia - something everyone (everyone sho knows mothing about the current situation in Colombia) is warning me about. I do recall exercising in LaPaz and various other spots in the Andes. Since my ground travel during vacations is always by bicycle, I can definitely relate!
Sep 18, 2007, 7:13 pm
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I think I misinterpreted your comment. I'd thought you were referring to the safety situation in Colombia - something everyone (everyone sho knows mothing about the current situation in Colombia) is warning me about. I do recall exercising in LaPaz and various other spots in the Andes. Since my ground travel during vacations is always by bicycle, I can definitely relate!
When I was there I felt VERY safe - there are police with machine guns EVERYWHERE! As long as you don't stay up in the hills after dusk it's fine. Honestly, I found Colombia to be one of the most interesting places I've visited. Enjoy!
Oct 2, 2007, 3:00 pm
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When are you going? I plan on being there around Thanksgiving time. If you go before, a trip report would certainly be appreciated. In particular, local attractions, free Internet, upgrades, etc. Thanks!
Oct 2, 2007, 3:05 pm
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The Intercontinental is a horrible hotel. The walls are super thin and you can hear what the rooms half-way down the hall are doing. The beds are hard and I don't believe the rooms have been updated since the early 60's. As of last summer, no internet connection of WiFi in the rooms. On the flip side the restaurant is pretty good. I have spent a few too many nights in that property and I hate it. The Sheraton is much, much nicer
Oct 5, 2007, 7:33 pm
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Forgive taking this OT but since the OP asked about the "best" hotel in Bogota I'll chime in and say that the Sofitel Victoria Regia has received excellent reviews. Might be better served giving up SPG points in this town and checking out the Sofitel.
Apr 19, 2008, 12:10 pm
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Any recent updates on the Sheraton Bogota? Do they have a club lounge? Location to cultural sites or shopping areas?
Apr 19, 2008, 12:53 pm
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My God you get around - but what is this obsession with club lounges?
Glad you got to see Corcovado
The Four Points Bogota is near the airport and that's about all it is near to.
Some people don't like staying in the city centre where the Crowne Plaza is located but I quite like it. You are close to the Gold Museum, the Botero Museum which you should not miss and the historic quarter ,Candelaria.
Most people stay more to the city's north, around Calle 93 I think. That's where the good restaurants/bars are.
Glad you got to see Corcovado
The Four Points Bogota is near the airport and that's about all it is near to.
Some people don't like staying in the city centre where the Crowne Plaza is located but I quite like it. You are close to the Gold Museum, the Botero Museum which you should not miss and the historic quarter ,Candelaria.
Most people stay more to the city's north, around Calle 93 I think. That's where the good restaurants/bars are.
Apr 19, 2008, 4:26 pm
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I was there in November. Yes, there is an (unstaffed) lounge. A wide variety of hot food in the mornings, and just a few light things after that (fruit, cookies). I consider it to be - if not in the heart of Bogota - still "central". I walked to the heart of town several times, and there is a huge mall and many shops nearby.