Best Hotels in Bogotá: My Ideal Choice List

For a brief stay, I choose a hotel in La Candelaria like Magdalena Guest House. If I’m here for an extended period, I enjoy the authenticity of Chapinero and the comfort of a place like Casa Legado.

For those on a mid-range budget, Mika Suite in Zona G is perfect, as it puts you close to the best restaurants. Coming for business? You’ll love the spa at the W Bogotá in the modern northern areas of Bogotá after a busy workday.

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Before you come, make sure to read our Bogotá guide for some handy tips and look at our suggestions on everything to do and see in Bogotá. This will assist you in choosing your neighborhood.

Best hotels in Bogota: Mini-Reviews

In the following section, I have analyzed each hotel and highlighted the points that made the most sense for travelers.

Best hotel with pool: Grand Hyatt Bogotá

The Grand Hyatt Bogotá is one of the best luxury hotels in Bogotá. You’ll enjoy the fantastic amenities, such as its excellent indoor pool, spa, and spacious rooms. The hotel has an impressive view of Monserrate and The Andes mountains too. Likewise, you’ll find two excellent restaurants if you want to taste international cuisine: Ushin and Capitalino. This hotel is convenient if you stay in Bogotá for tourism, conferences, or meetings at the Corferias International Exhibition Center.

• The water temperature in the pool is regulated, and travelers love the SPA+Jacuzzi area.
• The Grand Hyatt Bogotá is in Teusaquillo, so you can visit the historic neighborhoods in this zone.
• This hotel is notorious for its modern style.
• Downside: This is one of the most expensive hotels in Bogotá.
• Another Alternative: Casa Dann Carlton Hotel & SPA

Price: from 1,025,000 COP/2 pers | Cancellation Policy: 1 day | Location: Teusaquillo

Best hotel in Bogotá with rooftop: BOG Hotel

BOG Hotel is on my list of the best hotels in Bogotá because of its rooftop. In B.O.G., you can see a beautiful city view and chill at the bar and indoor pool. There, you can plan your professional events or socialize with other guests. This hotel is perfect for you if you plan to arrive in Bogotá for business reasons and want to enjoy the city.

• You’ll have a relaxing view of the mountains, merged with a fascinating urban landscape from the rooftop.
• You can appreciate the sunsets in Bogotá, tainted with pink and light blue colors.
• B.O.G. decoration in the shared lounge is nice and polished.
• The staff is attentive and supportive.
• Depending on the room you book, you will find this hotel noisy.

Price: from 650.000 COP/2 pers | Cancellation Policy: 0.5 day | Location: Zona T

Best mid-budget hotel in Bogotá: Mika Suites

Mika Suites is a hotel that joins modern design with convenience and comfort. This is the perfect solution if you want to sleep well and spend your days discovering Bogotá.

• You can visit Zona G or Zona T from Mika Suits. It’s where the best restaurants are.
• Prices are excellent for the area.
• The breakfast is fantastic.
• You can enjoy a nice hot shower (which is not always the case in Colombia)
• Downside: You can hear noises from the hallway and other rooms. Also, standard rooms are a bit small.

Price: from 190.000 COP/2 pers | Cancelation Policy: 0.5 day | Location: Zona G

cheap hotel in Bogotá: Urban Heights Bogota

Urban Heights is an excellent option for meeting people because of its rooftop and modern and clean apartments where you can cook, rest, and socialize. You can also go to each part of the city by taking Transmilenio or a taxi. Likewise, the staff is fantastic, and they will pamper you like a 5-star hotel.

• The hotel also has rooms, but the apartments are the strong point.
• You easily travel to every part of the city.
• You can cook your meals.
• The place is new and modern.
• Downside: the soundproofing is not very good

Price: from 120.000 COP/2 pers | Cancelation Policy: 2 days | Location: center of Chapinero

Best hostel in Bogota: The Cranky Croc Hostel

The Cranky Croc Hostel is an excellent option if you want to stay near the historic center in La Candelaria. This hostel is specially designed to encourage guests to meet each other. You’ll find cool areas and many events. And you’ll get unlimited coffee, too!

• Helpful staff who speak English.
• This hostel has a partnership with True Colombian Tours, a travel agency.
• You can also enjoy a great time alone (if it’s what you want)
• The hostel is noisy because of the music. If you’re a light sleeper, maybe you should consider another place.

Price: from 100.000 COP/2 pers | Cancelation Policy: 1 day | Location: La Candelaria

Best hotel in Bogotá in price/quality: HAB Hotel

Its classical-modern atmosphere characterizes HAB Hotel Bogotá. The rooms are beautifully furnished and decorated, with a nice stylish touch. Likewise, in this hotel, you can meet other guests in its fantastic gardens and HAB café — you’ll taste delicious farm-to-table meals.

• You can quickly go to Zona T or Zona G from the HAB Hotel Bogotá.
• The staff is attentive and available.
• The beds are comfortable. 
• Food is tasty and healthy.
• You can hear noises from the corridors when you’re in the room.

Price: from 240.000 COP/2 pers | Cancelation Policy: 1 day | Location: center of Chapinero

Best luxury hotel in Bogotá: Casa Medina

Casa Medina is a Four Seasons hotel situated in the historical and luxurious Chapinero district. Even though this hotel was built in a historic house, you’ll have an excellent free WiFi connection and parking service. Furthermore, you’ll notice a perfect decoration within this special place that joins traditional and contemporary design. Likewise, if you choose Casa Medina, you can access the gym, the spa, and excellent Spanish restaurants, such as La Bodega and Castanyoles.

• The staff is multilingual, supportive, and attentive.
• You can enjoy the beautiful dining area with a glass roof.
• You can go to Zona G on walking.
• Luxurious rooms and an impressive suite.
• Free Private parking
• It’s pretty expensive, and breakfast is not included.
• Another alternative: JW Marriott Hotel Bogota

Price: from 1.800.000 COP/2 pers | Cancelation Policy: 1 day | Location: Quinta Camacho, Chapinero

Best aparthotel in Bogota: 93 Luxury Suites  

93 Luxury Suites and Residences offers well-equipped apartments. If you enjoy cooking your breakfasts or dinners or want privacy for working or resting, this place will be for you. This hotel is also a great option if you wish to be near the entertainment and financial district in Bogotá to work AND enjoy.

• Amiable and English-speaking staff.
• Well-equipped apartments with kitchen, room amenities, and fantastic views.
• Great breakfasts, variety, and personnel service.
• The area where the aparthotel is located is safe. You can walk to parks in the Chicó area or Parque de la 93. 
• Some guests highlight that rooms look smaller than in the hotel website pictures. 

Price: from 495.000 COP/2 pers | Cancelation Policy: 1 day | Location: Parque 93, Chicó Norte

most comfortable hotel in bogota: Casa Legado  

Casa Legado will offer you a fantastic experience if you want to stay in a hotel that looks like home. You’ll notice decorated rooms and social areas with flowers, art galleries, and refined furniture there. Trust me. You won’t be able to leave.

• Rooms are comfortable. You’ll find a luxurious bathroom in each room and warming pads for the nighttime.
• Breakfast is fantastic. Some guests fall in love with the open kitchen because it provides you with sparkling water, granola, and fruit.
• Casa Legado’s staff exceeds any expectations. They are attentive and supportive and make you feel special.
• The patio area is fantastic. There you can have a space to read or hear the birds sing.

Price: from 865.000 COP/2 pers | Cancelation Policy: you can’t cancel | Location: Quinta Camacho, Chapinero

Best hotel in Bogotá for work: W Bogotá

W Bogota is a great sustainable hotel, well-known for its amenities. There, you can enjoy a magnificent view, pool, restaurants, bars, and comfortable rooms. Likewise, W Bogotá offers you one of the best spa experiences in the entire city. In Awa Spa, you can pay for a relaxing massage for couples or exfoliation treatments.

• W Bogotá’s breakfast menu is creative. 
• You can taste delicious cocktails in the bar and socialize with other guests. 
• The staff is professional and attentive. 
• Each room offers a splendid view of the urban landscape, a free Wi-Fi connection, and a flat-TV screen. 
• You can access its excellent fitness center. In Gimnasio Fit, you can enjoy fitness classes and find a specialized trainer.
• Another alternative: Hotel El Dorado Bogota

Price: from 990.000 COP/2 pers | Cancelation Policy: 2 days | Location: Usaquén, Chapinero

Best hotel in la Candelaria: Magdalena Guest House

Magdalena Guest House offers you the experience of staying in an ancient house in Bogotá.  One of the most attractive locations of this historical house is its remarkable garden, full of blossoming flowers and vivid trees. In this place, you can also interact with the hotel owner. He will love sharing interesting and useful information on exploring the historic center of Bogotá.

• You’ll be near all the tourist attractions in La Candelaria. 
• Magdalena House is a historic house full of charm.
• The price/quality is excellent and hard to beat.
• You can find excellent restaurants nearby. Or you can use the hotel’s kitchen!
• They don’t accept credit cards. 

Price: from 140.000 COP/2 pers | Cancellation Policy: 3 days | Location: La Candelaria

Best hotel in Chapinero: Casa Lelyte

Casa Lelyte is a perfect alternative if you want to spend a week in Bogotá. You can enjoy a modernly decorated restaurant that serves delicious American breakfasts in this place. Likewise, you’ll find that bathrooms include a neat shower, hairdryer, and free toiletries in each room. During your stay, you’ll enjoy spending time in a traditional Bogota neighborhood and interacting with locals from the Chapinero district.

• It is fully decorated and furnished in a homestay fashion.
• The staff is super friendly.
• The location is perfect for exploring Zona G and Chapinero by walking.
• There are only four rooms in the entire house. 
• The staff is not always present in the hotel — it’s more like an Airbnb.

Price: from 437.000 COP/2 pers | Cancelation Policy: 50%, not cancelable | Location: Maria Cristina, the center of Chapinero

most famous hotel in Bogotá: Hotel de la Opera

Hotel de la Opera is built in a colonial place carefully restored. The charm of this luxury hotel has nothing to envy the other historic buildings of the Candelaria district. You’ll be able to enjoy its wide spaces, pool, and spa. In its restaurants, you can try delicious Colombian and Mediterranean food while contemplating the view of the streets, rooftops, and churches of the historic center. 

• You can visit museums in La Candelaria from this hotel. 
• You can ask for a room with a view of historic streets and buildings.
• You can spend time relaxing in the courtyards. 
• The indoor pool and spa services are available for guests. 
• Some travelers found the staff cold. 

Price: from 480.000 COP/2 pers | Cancelation Policy: 2 days | Location: La Candelaria

Best hotel near the airport: Hilton Garden

The Hilton Garden Inn Bogota is ideal for guests who want to be near El Dorado Airport. Plus, at this hotel, you’ll enjoy comfortable rooms that have enormous beds, HD television, and a small refrigerator. You can also use the workspaces and Wi-Fi connection this hotel offers. 

• Excellent international cuisine buffet.
• You can rest perfectly during the night.
• Big rooms with comfortable beds.
• The cleanness of each room is perfect.
• Some guests highlight that staff is not always supportive. 

Price: from 380.000 COP/2 pers | Cancelation Policy: 1 day | Location: Bogotá Airport

How to pick your next bogota hotel

Whatever the reason you have to visit Bogotá, it’s essential for you to know the pros and cons of booking a hotel in each urban district. So keep reading if you want to book the best hotel and have a fantastic experience in Bogotá.

Why stay in La Candelaria

La Candelaria is a historical neighborhood in Bogotá that includes essential places to understand the urban culture and elements of the Colombian past. Also, you’ll be near museums and suggestive spots, such as Museo del Oro, Museo Botero, Museo Nacional de Colombia, Casa Museo Quinta de Bolívar, Museo Santa Clara, and Bogotá Planetarium. You can easily reach these places if you, for instance, make a reservation at Magdalena Guest House. From Hotel de la Opera or The Cranky Croc Hostel, you can quickly visit Quevedo’s Jet, Bolivar Square, Gabriel García Márquez Cultural Centre, and Luis Angel Arango public Library.

However, booking your hotel in La Candelaria has cons that you must know. Initially, you’ll find that the streets are a bit dodgy at night. Another disadvantage is that you’re far from the financial and entertainment district. It will be challenging (particularly during the rush hour) to move from downtown to Zona T, Zona G, or Usaquén. Finally, you’ll find that it’s hard to find a soundproof room in any hotel in La Candelaria.

Why stay in Chapinero

The primary reason for making a reservation in a Chapinero hotel is this: you’ll find all the fun there. First, you can visit Zona G or Zona T to spend time in bars, pubs, and restaurants. You can also hike to Quebrada La Vieja, plan a trip to Simon Bolivar Park (Bogotá’s biggest park), or hang out in nearby small parks. Furthermore, you can find convenience stores and malls like El Retiro, Centro Andino, and Atlantis.

Nonetheless, booking a hotel in Chapinero has many disadvantages. First, Chapinero is a vast district; hence, you should research the zone and pick the right area. I like Chapinero Alto, San Felipe, Zona G, Bosque Calderon & Quinta Camacho area. Second, if you’re especially concerned about your security at night during your visit, you may depend on taxis to get back to the hotel.

Our hotels in Chapinero are:

• Mika Suites (Zona G)
• Urban Height (Bosque Calderon)
• HAB Hotel (Bosque Calderon)
• Casa Medina (Quinta Camacho)
• Casa legado (Quinta Camacho)
• Casa Lelyte

Why Stay in Zona T and Chicó

If you decide to book a hotel located in Zona G and Chicó, you’ll be near the financial and entertainment district of Bogotá. You can safely head to the best city clubs (Zona Rosa). Also, you can find the most modern hotels in Bogotá and lovely parks to walk, breathe freely, and do some physical activity, such as walking or jogging.

Nevertheless, if you stay in Zona G and Chicó, you’ll be pretty far from the historic center of Bogotá. This means that going to significant places, such as Bolívar Square, can be exigent. Likewise, in Zona G and Chicó, there are the most expensive things to purchase in Bogotá. Therefore, you’ll pay more for food or other items you need during your visit.

Our hotels in the North of Bogotá are:

• B.O.G (Zona T)
• 93 Luxury Suites & Residences (Chicó)
• W Bogotá (Usaquen)
• 100 luxury Suites (Chicó)

Transportation in Bogotá

In Bogotá, you’ll discover that transportation is an issue for everyone. We recommend you avoid rush hour because it’s hard to find a taxi or an Uber for a reasonable price. I suggest you make a reservation in a hotel near the places you want to visit. Please note that Bogotá cabs have a terrible reputation for price gouging. So it’s better to call a taxi or a private car through an app, such as Cabify and Taxis Libres, Uber, DiDi, and Beat. Also, you can try to take Transmilenio or SITP. If you want to know more about what bus you need to take, you can download Moovit or use Google Maps.

How to come to Bogotá

You can book a flight to arrive at El Dorado airport in Bogotá. There, you can take different ways of public transportation. Initially, you can take a taxi. El Dorado airport is expected to take 30 minutes to get to Chapinero and 45 minutes to La Candelaria. However, it depends on the traffic.

You can take SITP and Transmilenio to get to your hotel if you want. Nonetheless, this requires your expertise in Spanish to ask locals what bus you need to take. If your Spanish skills are excellent, you’ll enjoy the complex public transportation experience in Bogotá. Otherwise, it would be a nightmare, and you’d get lost in the city.

How long to stay in Bogotá

Bogotá can be a complex place for most travelers due to its cold weather and massive size. If this is your first visit to Bogotá, two nights are enough to know the most attractive spots in the city. However, if you already know Colombia and want to know everything about its capital city, we recommend staying between five and seven days.

Weather and tourist season in Bogotá

You can visit Bogotá any time because the weather doesn’t change according to specific seasons. Nonetheless, Bogotá is a rainy city, so we recommend taking an umbrella and a sweater. Likewise, Bogotá is less crowded during the high seasons because all locals travel to different places in Colombia. Lastly, you can enjoy your visit through numerous local events. For example, you can spend time in Rock al Parque in August.

Where are the best restaurants and bars

Excellent bars are located in Zona T, Zona G, and Parque de la 93. In Zona T, you can visit Isola, Cantila La 15, Watakushi, Semolina, and Wok to enjoy the best of international cuisine and drinks. If you want to taste good Colombian coffee, you can visit Amor Perfecto or Tributo and Groso in Zona G.