Medellin Reports

[Blakman]

News of virus Increase in Medellin.

Could there be an extension with international ban. What actions do guys currently in Colombia think will happen come September 1st.

They vary greatly Blakman. I'd recommend to anyone to pay the little extra (probably ten bucks per night) and request the nicest unit available. But that's just me. Only place I've rented in Medellin that wants dollars instead of pesos. So bring green cash not credit cards.

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[Lucky Nuts]

Decor and space

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They vary greatly Blakman. I'd recommend to anyone to pay the little extra (probably ten bucks per night) and request the nicest unit available. But that's just me. Only place I've rented in Medellin that wants dollars instead of pesos. So bring green cash not credit cards.

[Lucky Nuts]

Do you happen to know if it has to be a cedula or can it be a Vennie / any passport?

Yes the San Peter, unlike my usual apartment, does accept passports even from Colombianas. I had an 18 year old that no kidding had a passport but had already "lost" her cedula. Said she had the passport because a gringo novio flew her to Cancun as soon as she hit 18.

[Nounce]

Decor and space

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You can find pictures on booking.com.

[Nil Admirari]

In response to Blakman;2474254 _Decor and space.

The San Peter is a condo building, so interior design (furniture, wall finishes, decoration), cooking / dining equipment, and other features (type of entry lock, safe / no safe, Wi-Fi, cable TV, hot water heater setup) varies from owner to owner (unit to unit) Most units are managed on behalf of the individual owner through the on-site manager for the building as a whole, but some are listed / managed independently through AirBnB. Photos usually available.

In terms of space, as I recall there are three (or perhaps four) units per floor, each with its own configuration and varying in size (studio, small one bedroom, and larger one bedroom options). As another member reported, the noise problem depends on the orientation of the unit.

I can confirm that the management is Girl Friendly but quite strict about IDs. One of my favorites (a Venezuelan hottie) had a Colombian photo Cedula de Identidad issued by Immigration (Permiso Especial de Permanencia or PEP), but the management said there were too many fakes in circulation and insisted on her having another form of cedula as well. We ended up having to have our trysts in a nearby hotel.

[Surfer500]

At the end of June I made a couple of posts on this forum, particularly enquiring about how viable Colombia was for people of my age group (late 60's) Several of you made useful replies and I had fully intended to thank you all personally with a reply and ask a couple of other questions.

About this time I looked on the worldometers site regarding Coronavirus and saw that Colombia, was then ranked 23rd for infections, but was reporting 6 k cases a day. I thought I should wait before wasting anyone's time with more questions. Since then Colombia has moved up to 8th place and 10 k infections a day are not uncommon. Under the circumstances, I have abandoned any plans to go there for the foreseeable future.

I am just writing to say, thanks to those who made an input, and my apologies in taking so long to reply.

The statistics are depressing to say the least, and now the USA State Department has issued a Level 4 travel advisory due to increased crime, terrorism, and kidnapping along with the CDC issuing a Level 3 Health notice.

[Blakman]

Decor and space

My experience is that the bar noise is no problem six nights per week. But don't even try to sleep before 3 AM on Saturday night. The locals are in nearby bars singing along to very old songs at the top of their lungs. I hope to never stay at San Peter again on a Saturday night but if I do will not try sleeping until after 3 AM.

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[Luminus]

Do you happen to know if it has to be a cedula or can it be a Vennie / any passport?

Back in February I did not have the problems that you had. I think I was on the 3rd floor. Remember if a chick does not have ID then she is not getting in to the San Peter. Dudes either for that matter. Another board member came to pick me up and they would not let him up because he did not have ID.

[Lucky Nuts]

I read about the noise on tripadvisor so I booked a high floor when I stayed there. I think it may also have to do with the orientation or position of the unit.

My experience is that the bar noise is no problem six nights per week. But don't even try to sleep before 3 AM on Saturday night. The locals are in nearby bars singing along to very old songs at the top of their lungs. I hope to never stay at San Peter again on a Saturday night but if I do will not try sleeping until after 3 AM.

[Nounce]

Back in February I did not have the problems that you had. I think I was on the 3rd floor. Remember if a chick does not have ID then she is not getting in to the San Peter. Dudes either for that matter. Another board member came to pick me up and they would not let him up because he did not have ID.

I read about the noise on tripadvisor so I booked a high floor when I stayed there. I think it may also have to do with the orientation or position of the unit.

[Blakman]

No board members or dudes will be visiting me. The only way I will see a board member is if they play tennis or work out in a gym LOL.

Back in February I did not have the problems that you had. I think I was on the 3rd floor. Remember if a chick does not have ID then she is not getting in to the San Peter. Dudes either for that matter. Another board member came to pick me up and they would not let him up because he did not have ID.

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[PolloNegro]

Noooooo! My go to spot!

What the hell! Do you know if it is going to be remodeled as a hotel or what?

The entire building is empty. Pollo Negro is out!

[Mr Enternational]

It's definitely chica friendly but I wouldn't recommend it if you're a light sleeper, as it sits right above a night club, is right next to the busy Av. 70, and there's a large church nearby that's always ringing its bells. I was only ever able to get any sleep by wearing sleep headphones that were blasting white noise at full volume.

Back in February I did not have the problems that you had. I think I was on the 3rd floor. Remember if a chick does not have ID then she is not getting in to the San Peter. Dudes either for that matter. Another board member came to pick me up and they would not let him up because he did not have ID.

[Wolf662]

Hotel Botero is no more, its a done deal & completely empty. Pollo negro is out!

Noooooo! My go to spot!

What the hell! Do you know if it is going to be remodeled as a hotel or what?

[Villainy]

Has Anyone rented at san Peter's in laureles. Any problems bringing in chicas. Members please chime in if you have knowledge. I am into 3 somes and want to explore some 4 somes.

OK I'll fill in some color. I stayed there for a month around January. There are several advantages and some disadvantages as well. You'll have to weigh which matter most to you and act in your own best interest.

Advantages:

Definitely girl friendly. They need to have their cedula when they show up but the staff understands the attraction of the place and are very open minded.

Location is very good. The area is ripe with restaurants but unfortunately at the moment most are closed. But your deliveries will be very prompt if you order from places nearby.

There are a lot of banks in the immediate area so you won't have to go far to make ATM withdrawals.

These are more like apartments and have a kitchen that includes a microwave, a stove, a refrigerator, silverware etc. So you can cook your own food or reheat left-overs.

Rooms are fairly spacious so you won't feel like you are living in a shoebox (which is true of a lot of hotels). Rooms have a washing machine but not a dryer. You'll take your damp clothes from the washer.

And put them on a rack and turn on a large floor fan that will dry them off in an hour or so.

WiFi is consistently good.

Disadvantages:

The showers don't always work to perfection which means you may not have hot water on demand. You'll want to verify this (assuming it is important to you) before committing to a certain room.

There is no daily maid service. You'll have to wash your own sheets and pillow-cases and dry them and remake your bed along with sweeping the floors and washing your bathroom towels.

The price is on the expensive side. You may be able to negotiate a deal during the quarantine but that same deal is available at a lot of upper end hotels in Laureles which have better amenities.

There is a bar on the registration floor which is open several (but not all) days of the week, but is closed during the quarantine. The staff and owner are friendly and other like-minded extranjeros are usually there.

Which can make for fun company and conversation.

The place is half a block off of La 70 (a major street) but is a little difficult to fine for some taxis. Not a major issue but it can be annoying at times and if your girl messages you about the location, you may.

Need to be prepared to address it.

Good Luck!