Medellin Hotels and Rental Apartments

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[Sesimo]

pixelpiata,

if you looking for 5month rent in medellin i am able to rent my apt i have 2bedroom apt in laureles, i am in colombia right now but from oct 2009 to march 2010, i will be in state. apt has 2bedroom 1 bath highspeed internet call to usa, canada free. 24 hour security inside building has a bancolombia atm machine, 25 store and restaurant to deliver to your apt, it is called officetel, 1min walking distance from exito laureles, master bedroom surrounded with big mirror, good for the action, two stereo system. i made this apt like a lovehotel, in addition 16th floor deliver good view, swimmimg pool view (my apt is located right on the top of the pool., of course plasma tv and dvr recorder.

interested? pm me

[Headache]

3 bedroom Penthouse apartment in Medellin for rent.

This 3 bedroom 2.5 bath luxary furnished penthouse is located on the top of the 17 floor Castropolo Inn building in Poblado, best location, close to everything including Parke Lleras.

Rooftop party area has jacuzzi, barbeque, and view of the city.

Bedrooms have safe and TV, master bedroom has its own bath.

The kitchen has a refrigerator with icemaker, microwave, and washer-drier, large plasma TV and WiFi internet.

There is 24 hour security for the building, with swimming pool and gym.

For more information PM me.

[Paisalover]

My answers below.

Regards,

PaisaLover aka Medellinfan

Girlfriend 4 A Week

http://girlfriend4aweek.com

Does anyone know if Intercontinental hotel is girl friendly?

Yes, the Inter is girl friendly. When I drop off my girls there, I just walk them right to the elevator and we go to the room of the client. We've never been asked any questions. Most hotels want to see the ID of the girl and might ask her to leave her ID at the registration desk. If she stays overnight, they might require her to check in and they might charge you a guest fee (e.g. COP 40,000 in the Sheraton).

Also how much should I expect to pay for taxi from airport to IC hotel? IC hotel to downtown casas? and IC to Mayorista area?

I would advice against just hopping into a taxi at the airport. That's when you're the most vulnerable: You know nothing about the area and you have EVERYTHING on you. A friend of mind was taken on the "walk of the millionaires" on a taxi ride from the airport. No fun! Better have a known driver pick you up. Let me know if you need my help.

The ride from the airport to the hotel IC with a decent car should run between COP 55,000 and 70,000. Taxis charge 50,000, I believe. Keep in mind that regular taxis here are TINY. If you travel with more than just hand luggage, you might not be able to fit your suitcase into the taxi. Another reason to order a decent car and driver.

The taxi ride from the IC to the centro should be between COP 7,000 and 10,000, depending on where you go. IC to Mayorista should be between COP 5,000 and 7,000.

Thanks in advance and any nice casa near by IC with address,name, price would be appreciated.

The only casa I'm aware of which is in Poblado, close to the IC is Loutron. It's also the most elegant and most expensive casa. COP 170,000 for 60 min., I believe. All other casas are between COP 7,000 and COP 15,000 away. That's the price for living in a safe, upscale area like Poblado.

Do ATM's on airport give you same rate as ones in bank or is it less COP per USD? I am wondering since from my experience with most other ATM's in other countries, airport seems to give you lower return per USD.

I don't think that there is an ATM in the airport. Have your driver take you to a Bank Colombia ATM on your way to the hotel. Another reason for having a driver you know. No, I'm not in the driver business ;-). I believe that the rates of all ATMs are the same on a particular day. But I might be wrong.

[Heinrich1004]

I don't normally write reviews, but I will in this case. I went to Medellin by myself to check out all the good things I had heard about it. I have been to Bogota and Cali before, but never Medellin. It was a pretty busy weekend, and I got information from several people who had apartments for rent. I found "Robert" from vacationrentalsmedellin.com. He has 2 BRs for rent in a 3BR apartment (he lives in the other one). I wasnt looking to stay with anyone, but after giving it some thought, it seemed like a good way to meet someone local without starting out at a local bar my myself. It was clearly one of the best decisions of the trip. Robert lives in the next to highest floor in one of the tallest buildings in Medellin. He was more than glad to show me around as well as introduce me to some of his friends (and when I say friends I mean some super hot girls he "works" with).

He is a smart guy and really "gets it." More than likely he knows why you are there and is more than glad to point you in the right direction to find what you are looking for. My thought on the whole thing before I got there was "look, if this guy is a weirdo, I can always peace out after one night and find a better place." Trust me, there was no need to do this. He was just a cool guy just to hang out with and talk about all the things Medellin has to offer. I don't know if Robert would be available to take everyone out personally, but he made my brief stay awesome. We even got to check out some of the local adult establishments and Robert was more than glad to do so—he even waited around and enjoyed a beer while I enjoyed some of the other offerings. We also checked out some of the higher end "casas" as well as the infamous "Mayorista." Yes, there are a lot of girls near Mayorista, but that is not where the talent is down there. I would recommend it for pure entertainment, but not for any real action (sure if you want a beaten up used car, this is where you should go, but why drive a beaten up VW in an area known for Rolls Royce). Anyway, back to the apartment, the building is only about 5 minutes from Parque Lleras and you can get there by taxi for less than 2-3 bucks. It’s also walking distance from a great supermarket (Pamona) and a BanColombia (local bank) in case you need some cash.

I also had absolutely no idea when I arrived, but this guy also runs a website called girlfriend4aweek.com as well as a local modeling agency (you get the picture). I got a nickel tour and can assure you that you would be disappointed with either. The prices seem a little high (and they are compared to Mayorista or the street walkers), but when you think about what you get and the minimum 12 hour time, it’s actually pretty damn cheap. Another thing I thought was cool was that even though he was in the "adult entertainment" business so to speak, he didn’t try to pressure me at all into partaking in any of his offerings. I was so intrigued by the business though, that I must have peppered him with 1000 questions about them (who isn’t intrigued by the inter-workings of an adult business). Anyway, if you are interested in what he might have to offer, what better was to check it out then by staying with the guy, right?

Give it a try--I assure you that you won't be disappointed. If you are, then just find another place once you get there. Where else in the world can you stay in such a great location and have someone who knows the lay of the land right there to point you in the right direction?

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[Paisalover]

Hi Vacquero,

No, you're not going to have a problem bringing a girl to your room. However, they are quite concerned about security. They will want to see her ID, maybe keep it until she leaves again. She needs to be 18 years or older. If she stays over night, you'll need to register her and they charge extra for the guest (typically COP 40, 000). I bring girls into hotels for Girlfriend 4 A Week all the time and I have experience with hotels like Sheraton (Four Points), Intercontinental and others.

The less obvious your girl dresses, the fewer problems you're going to have. Our girls don't dress like prepagos at all and we don't have any problems. If your girl looks as if she's likely going to make a scene, they might be a bit more difficult.

Have fun,

PaisaLover aka MedellinFan

Girlfriend 4 A Week
http://girlfriend4aweek.com

Tell me, if you stay at one of the nicer hotels, does the staff get all huffy if you try to bring a prepago up to your room?

[Vaquero]

Tell me, if you stay at one of the nicer hotels, does the staff get all huffy if you try to bring a prepago up to your room?

[Marzon]

Curry,

Is your 2009 goal to ask 100 stupid questions before you buy a plane ticket?

WTF?

Stop polluting, please!

[CurrymasalaNYC]

www.paradiserealtymedellin.com really cheap prices for monthly studios and one bedrooms. Anyone used these apartments. Please pm me if so.

Thanks

[CurrymasalaNYC]

For two weeks and then use paradiserealitymedellin.com if it checks out for two more months. Otherwise, I'll just probably stay at castillo.

http://www.paradiserealtymedellin.com/rent/ZR-011. Asp

Cheap and across from bodytech viscayaza.

[Cachorro]

http://www.medellinapartmentforrent...._for_rent6.php
thinking of staying here for a month by myself at 1400/month. let me know if anyone stayed with these people before.

Thanks

Suggest you ask for a discount. The list price you see is always negotiable. Looking at the photos, that apartment has very little wow! factor.

[CurrymasalaNYC]

http://www.medellinapartmentforrent...._for_rent6.php
thinking of staying here for a month by myself at 1400/month. let me know if anyone stayed with these people before.

Thanks

[Justemp]

Does anyone know if Intercontinental hotel is girl friendly?

Also how much should I expect to pay for taxi from airport to IC hotel? IC hotel to downtown casas? and IC to Mayorista area?

Thanks in advance and any nice casa near by IC with address,name, price would be appreciated.

Do ATM's on airport give you same rate as ones in bank or is it less COP per USD? I am wondering since from my experience with most other ATM's in other countries, airport seems to give you lower return per USD.

[CurrymasalaNYC]

In a good area ie poblado or laureles for 2-6 months. Looking to spend around 500-800 max. A jacuzzi and pool would be nice.

Thanks

[Justemp]

I received your e-mail and I replied back to both your hotmail and netzero account. However, you did not send me reply on those e-mail. I sent u email on both may 6th and may 7th. I also indentified myself on the e-mail. I will wait 1 more week otherwise I will just go ahead with other options.

Hey Frank,

I am writing here since you haven't replied to my last e-mail. Do you still have room available for 6/5-6/11? If so, please send me e-mail confirming that it is still available for reservation. I will send you the deposit once you answer all my questions on availability and deposit. (Is $50 wire-transfer , $100 or 200.000 cop on arrival ok with you?)