Medellin Reports

[Just Incognito]

I did have a major problem with the Hotel Nutibara this evening. They charged me 46 k for my visitor after giving me misleading info last night when I checked in. Last night I specifically asked the gentleman in reception if there was any charge for guests. He said during the day there was no charge, but at night the charge was 46 k. I asked when night starts. He said 7 pm.

Well today I checked in my guest at 6:40 pm, and they asked for 46 k. I told them what reception told me last night, but they now said that the visitor must leave before 7 pm. I argued this point vehemently, and with the manager as well. It was obvious they would not make any concession. So, I ended the debate by just telling then I'll pay it tomorrow at my checkout which included a few choice words on my part.

And you would be 100% in the wrong in this situation in every way! They told you night starts at 7 pm--that means if your girl is in your hotel room after 7 pm you got to pay. It's a pretty standard rule and procedure (my hotel of choice in MDE has the same rule, but stating at 10 pm). You checked your girl in at 640--was she going to leave before 7? The hotel seemed to have some faith that you wouldn't shoot your load within 20 minutes- and the girl was going to be in your room after 7- so you got to pay!. And when is a 15 dollar charge a 'major issue'? You've paid flight, hotel, food, hookers and other expenses- but this 15 bucks: that's the line into poverty and major drama! Sorry, bro- you just come off silly, immature and petty to me! You could have just looked at it as a tip, or just let it go. Or maybe thought about the truth: you were wrong.

Not trying to be harsh, or start a debate. But we see these kind of complaints around here more than we should- and 99% of the time: its the self-entitled 'I can do no wrong' visitor who is at fault--not the people who do this all day every day for years on end with hundreds of customers. You: one guy on a trip in another country. Them: totally and literally in their element doing what they do: who do you honestly thing had a better sense and understanding of the rules and policies and what you were told? Come on, man up and own it- its okay- nobody's perfect and someone out there still loves you.

Its really simple. You misunderstood. You were being cheap and petty, and probably stressing over every dime at that point because of your budget, so you argued about 15 bucks, but, you were wrong. Why do people argue and cry and make a scene and be dicks over 15 bucks? Why don't they think that this behavior just makes it more difficult for everyone else interacting with the hotel staff and it makes it harder for the staff to enjoy their lives? Is that worth 15 bucks? Not to me! Where is the respect for being in someone else's country and trusting that they are just doing their jobs at the front desk with no nefarious plots to steal your 15 bucks? Why can't some people just say, oh, I misunderstood what you meant, my bad, no biggie, have a nice day? That will get you further in life and in the moment than bitching about 15 bucks! Sheesh! The entitlement and myopic inability of some to see their own faults and mistakes and pettiness while being totally unaware of how they are the one's being a jerk never ceases to amaze. It happens more with Americans than people from any other country.

(In fairness, I live outside of the USA And work in a hotel and deal with people from other countries whose listening and comprehension skills seem to diminish with the rigors of travel on a daily basis, so, I admit my bias).

[Devinn38]

My flight arrived late last night and customs was backed up about 100 people deep but moved quickly (only about 15 minutes wait time). I was able to catch a bus from the airport which was surprising since I thought they stopped running at midnight. Lucky for me because it cost 10.5 k instead of the 70-80 k I was prepared to pay for a taxi. Also the bus took me directly to my hotel which was Hotel Nutibara in Centro. By the time I got checked in and up to my room it was after 2 am and I was beat!

Today I had an excellent session with a Facebook girl, lots of GFE, DFK, and an excellent bbj. I will be giving you guys a link to her FB profile shortly. She actually took it down, but expects to put it back up soon.

I have been impressed with the culture and the climate in the short time I've been here. The people are very friendly & courteous. I felt the people in Bogota were very courteous, and the paisas seem to have that same quality but with a lot more friendliness. It seems true that people are more relaxed here than Bogota.

I did have a major problem with the Hotel Nutibara this evening. They charged me 46 k for my visitor after giving me misleading info last night when I checked in. Last night I specifically asked the gentleman in reception if there was any charge for guests. He said during the day there was no charge, but at night the charge was 46 k. I asked when night starts. He said 7 pm..

$15.00. Doesn't seem worth all the fuss.

[StripperMan]

My flight arrived late last night and customs was backed up about 100 people deep but moved quickly (only about 15 minutes wait time). I was able to catch a bus from the airport which was surprising since I thought they stopped running at midnight. Lucky for me because it cost 10.5 k instead of the 70-80 k I was prepared to pay for a taxi. Also the bus took me directly to my hotel which was Hotel Nutibara in Centro. By the time I got checked in and up to my room it was after 2 am and I was beat!

Today I had an excellent session with a Facebook girl, lots of GFE, DFK, and an excellent bbj. I will be giving you guys a link to her FB profile shortly. She actually took it down, but expects to put it back up soon.

I have been impressed with the culture and the climate in the short time I've been here. The people are very friendly & courteous. I felt the people in Bogota were very courteous, and the paisas seem to have that same quality but with a lot more friendliness. It seems true that people are more relaxed here than Bogota.

I did have a major problem with the Hotel Nutibara this evening. They charged me 46 k for my visitor after giving me misleading info last night when I checked in. Last night I specifically asked the gentleman in reception if there was any charge for guests. He said during the day there was no charge, but at night the charge was 46 k. I asked when night starts. He said 7 pm.

Well today I checked in my guest at 6:40 pm, and they asked for 46 k. I told them what reception told me last night, but they now said that the visitor must leave before 7 pm. I argued this point vehemently, and with the manager as well. It was obvious they would not make any concession. So, I ended the debate by just telling then I'll pay it tomorrow at my checkout which included a few choice words on my part.

I feel a little duped & violated. How many specific questions do I need to ask at check-in. Hell, I'm the customer! Anyhow I went on Tripadvisor, and reread some of the reviews on Hotel Nutibara. They are littered with bad review after bad review. Some of which includes theft out of the rooms. Oh well, I got the rooms at a significant discount through an airline vacation package, but definitely will not stay here again.

I am looking forward to a continued good trip.

[Queens35]

I don't understand paying membership fees for websites when there's plenty of free sites to find hookers. In fact, I think the girls who advertise on those pay sites know that the guy is paying to see ads. I don't think that makes them respect you more.

[Sangnyc21]

I have one of the four units with AC at the end of the week. Will update, but it looks good to go.

Don't mess this place up please!

I am staying for a full week in one of their A/C units as well. Hope I don't have problems bringing girls back.

[Smokers Rule]

I stayed in that location this past weekend and it sure is girl friendly. Is that for 1 bedroom or 2? If your on Airbnb you can ask to reduce price. I paid roughly for 1 bedroom 493 for 4 nights. They have security at front desk ever girl and include you will get a picture taken. They call your apartment and confirm if you got a girl coming up. It was great service, clean and had hot water. No A / see unit but open the windows was just fine in the evening all open and cool weather. Supermarket is a few hundred yards to your left.

I have one of the four units with AC at the end of the week. Will update, but it looks good to go.

Don't mess this place up please!

[Knowledge]

Yes, I mistyped, I meant 10 K for entry. I've never ever paid that. 150 k is the usual asking price but I only have problems negotiating it down a little if there are a lot of other customers in the place. I do avoid prime time (Weekends after 10 pm).

He said 10 k for entry. When I was there last Sept on a Sunday I paid no cover and I think 150 k for girl+room.

[Knowledge]

I shouldn't laugh but I almost spit out my drink when I read this. Those were two pretty shady body blows, Twitter level stuff.

Ya, signing up for the premium package doesn't do you much good if you can't figure out how to use the app.

Are you sure you didn't install the "ourtime" app which is only for people over 50 years old?

[Knowledge]

I guess I don't look as prosperous as some others. I've never paid an entry fee at any time of day or night. 150 K was the 30 minute ask but they've taken as little as 100 k when the place is not full of punters.

Back in December it was 10 k entry, 20 k for a Club Colombia and 180 k for, I believe, 45 minutes.

[Sangnyc21]

I will take a stab at it.

1) 9 times out of 10 Colombians that are not hookers are not going to just show up at some foreigner's apartment.

2) You and her are as mismatched as can be.

3) She does not speak English; you do not speak Spanish.

4) She shows up alone and she leaves a couple of hours later alone.

5) The same person has visited foreigners there in the past as you said.

These are just a few of the obvious ways they can tell. Now fill us in on some of the tricks of your trade that the layperson may not know.

I guess I'm just confused because people on this board are saying it's girl friendly then others are saying no prostitutes are allowed in. Since this is a mongering board I am still a confused. All I wanted to know was if I take a girl out from a strip club will I be able to bringer her back?

[Mr Enternational]

How can the front desk tell if they are pros are not and if they are taking ids of the girl and putting it in the system won't some of them come up from visiting there in the past?

I will take a stab at it.

1) 9 times out of 10 Colombians that are not hookers are not going to just show up at some foreigner's apartment.

2) You and her are as mismatched as can be.

3) She does not speak English; you do not speak Spanish.

4) She shows up alone and she leaves a couple of hours later alone.

5) The same person has visited foreigners there in the past as you said.

These are just a few of the obvious ways they can tell. Now fill us in on some of the tricks of your trade that the layperson may not know.

[JjBee62]

He said 10 k for entry. When I was there last Sept on a Sunday I paid no cover and I think 150 k for girl+room.

Back in December it was 10 k entry, 20 k for a Club Colombia and 180 k for, I believe, 45 minutes.

[Butch145]

Does anyone know if energy living in el poblado is girl friendly?

It seems to be pretty upscale for Colombia standards at 120-170 usd per night. Will this be a big bullseye for someone to try to take advantage of you or maybe even rob you?

Thanks!

I stayed in that location this past weekend and it sure is girl friendly. Is that for 1 bedroom or 2? If your on Airbnb you can ask to reduce price. I paid roughly for 1 bedroom 493 for 4 nights. They have security at front desk ever girl and include you will get a picture taken. They call your apartment and confirm if you got a girl coming up. It was great service, clean and had hot water. No A / see unit but open the windows was just fine in the evening all open and cool weather. Supermarket is a few hundred yards to your left.

[Big Boss Man]

Ya, signing up for the premium package doesn't do you much good if you can't figure out how to use the app.

Are you sure you didn't install the "ourtime" app which is only for people over 50 years old?

Thanks for the help. For some reason the app was freezing on my phone. There was a picture of a 48 year old like out of the Viagra commercials when it froze so I figured it was fake. It's working today but for now I just have to look at all the Inglewood honeys unless I want to pay to set it to another place. I am in the mood for some chocolate.

[NexusPrime]

Does anyone know if energy living in el poblado is girl friendly?

It seems to be pretty upscale for Colombia standards at 120-170 usd per night. Will this be a big bullseye for someone to try to take advantage of you or maybe even rob you?

Thanks!