Medellin Hotels and Rental Apartments

[Always Randy]

Thanks for the info PaisaLover and New Orlean.

Medellin just 10 more days to go!

Hi AlwaysRandy,

the FourPoints Sheraton is reasonably chica-friendly. They'll want to see the ID of the girl and probably register her if she stays more than just an hour or two. If they register her, they'll also charge you a guest fee. That's the same with all hotels in Medellin.

If you look for a more private place to stay, why don't you check out my rooms (http://vacationrentalsmedellin.com)? As you might know, I'm the owner of Girlfriend 4 A Week, I have a professional photo studio in my apartment and I also own a modeling agency. People who stay at my place are also automatically invited to the VIP Parties I occasionally throw for my clients. Lot's of action going on. Drop me a line if you're interested.

Regards,

PaisaLover
Girlfriend 4 A Week
http://girlfriend4aweek.com

[Goga Fung]

IMHO, regarding rental agencies in general (not necessarily FAR). Most list other people's properties not their own. They don't know the condition of the property. HOWEVER, it should be the rental agencies job to ensure that the property is clean and everything is in working order BEFORE the renter arrives.

From my experience with FirstAmericanRealtyMedellin, this is what they do, they have been very professional. Of course nothing is perfect and especially in this rental management business, some incidents may happen to anyone, no matter how good you are. I guess its not so easy to keep it up with so many different apartments, apartment owners and renters. Hopefully everybody learns from that incident.

[Hioctane]

Richard is probably the hardest working guy (American) here in Medellin.

Hard working doesn't equal a good business person nor a good person. I don't know him so I don't know how he is.

In addition, there are three sides to every story. There are the stories of those two opposing views and then there´s the truth.

That is true. We only know one guys side of the story.

Flaming First American like you did was unnecessary.

Most of the Americans that live here know and llike Rich and have done business with him, but they don´t post here on this forum.

Really, Jackson shouldn´t have allowed that post because of the negativity of it.

IMHO, We are all here to post positives and negatives to save one another from the pitfalls that exist when traveling etc.

This was a negative review. Why shouldn't it be allowed? If we can't post bad reviews, why bother posting? Most of us are grown men and decide for ourselves what is the truth.

Also, when hearing Rich´s side of story, it was 180 degrees different.

We should hear his side of the story. No discussion. Just two sides so we can decide for ourselves.

He did admit that there were things that were not working, and that he would've offered a discount.

I think this part of the story is not in dispute and this is what started the whole mess. IMO, this started it and communication problems ensued.

IMHO, regarding rental agencies in general (not necessarily FAR). Most list other people's properties not their own. They don't know the condition of the property. HOWEVER, it should be the rental agencies job to ensure that the property is clean and everything is in working order BEFORE the renter arrives.

The renter shouldn't arrive to see a place in bad condition and be offered a discount! Most are on vacation and don't have time to deal with this mess. They don't want to save a couple of dollars from a crappy place. They are on vacation and want to enjoy themselves!

Since I was looking for a place too, I did a lot of research and found that most rental places are not reliable in regard to the condition of the apartment. Only exception might be reviews of a specific unit. This is why I find that I will NEVER pay in advance for the rental of apartment (more than a day or two). I will go there myself and inspect the apartment.

My 2 cents.

[Hioctane]

Hey guys,

Can someone help me and advise of apartments for rent that are chica friendly? I will be in Medellin Halloween weekend and would like to stay at an apartment where I can bring a few chicas and party without worrying that I might bother the room next door or have someone knock at my door at a hotel.

I believe almost every apartment is chica friendly, however no place will allow loud parties.

[Hioctane]

The Sheraton is girl friendly, but they made copy of her id when she comes in at night, and they ask why are so many women coming and going.

Have fun.

Tell them you're interviewing for a job position. LOL

[Neworlean]

The Sheraton is girl friendly, but they made copy of her id when she comes in at night, and they ask why are so many women coming and going.

Have fun.

[Dennisdejesus]

Hey guys,

Can someone help me and advise of apartments for rent that are chica friendly? I will be in Medellin Halloween weekend and would like to stay at an apartment where I can bring a few chicas and party without worrying that I might bother the room next door or have someone knock at my door at a hotel.

[Parcero]

If everything you say is true then I would have told them to screw off when they arrived for the rest of their money and at least milked it for another couple of days since you only paid them $317 up front. I would have also ran to a internet cafe and had print outs of the original agreement with what you wanted highlighted.

I read this post last week about First American Realty, and what was written seemed extremely off base because I know both John and Rich personally.

Richard is probably the hardest working guy (American) here in Medellin.

He actually, only handles the Real Estate Sales there at First American, and John handles the rentals.

Being in Business most of my life, I know for a fact that you can´t please everyone all of the time.

In addition, there are three sides to every story. There are the stories of those two opposing views and then there´s the truth.

I actually took the time to have Rich over and interviewed him about was written.

Richard proceeded to tell me his version of the story.

Apparently, you posted this for your friend, and somehow you were doing him a favor.

Flaming First American like you did was unnecessary.

Most of the Americans that live here know and llike Rich and have done business with him, but they don´t post here on this forum.

Really, Jackson shouldn´t have allowed that post because of the negativity of it.

IMHO, We are all here to post positives and negatives to save one another from the pitfalls that exist when traveling etc.

Also, when hearing Rich´s side of story, it was 180 degrees different.

He did admit that there were things that were not working, and that he would´ve offered a discount.

Also, this is not to discredit the other two businesses that were listed.

Both of them are getting good reviews from the people that I have talked to.

Just my two cents.

[Paisalover]

Hi AlwaysRandy,

the FourPoints Sheraton is reasonably chica-friendly. They'll want to see the ID of the girl and probably register her if she stays more than just an hour or two. If they register her, they'll also charge you a guest fee. That's the same with all hotels in Medellin.

If you look for a more private place to stay, why don't you check out my rooms (http://vacationrentalsmedellin.com)? As you might know, I'm the owner of Girlfriend 4 A Week, I have a professional photo studio in my apartment and I also own a modeling agency. People who stay at my place are also automatically invited to the VIP Parties I occasionally throw for my clients. Lot's of action going on. Drop me a line if you're interested.

Regards,
PaisaLover
Girlfriend 4 A Week
http://girlfriend4aweek.com

Hi guys,

My wingman and I are coming down to Medellin the first week of October. I've got a room at the Four Points Sheraton. It is near the Oviedo mall in El Poblado. Does anyone know how girl friendly they are and if they charge a chica fee?

The plan was for my buddy to get a room close by. Frank's Place II is walking distance or the Mansion. But I see from Frank's posts that FP II is now closed? Any recommendations guys for somewhere else that is close by and girl friendly?

Sounds like it's hard to get girls from the Mayorista to come back with you anyway? We both have very limited Spanish.

[Always Randy]

Hi guys,

My wingman and I are coming down to Medellin the first week of October. I've got a room at the Four Points Sheraton. It is near the Oviedo mall in El Poblado. Does anyone know how girl friendly they are and if they charge a chica fee?

The plan was for my buddy to get a room close by. Frank's Place II is walking distance or the Mansion. But I see from Frank's posts that FP II is now closed? Any recommendations guys for somewhere else that is close by and girl friendly?

Sounds like it's hard to get girls from the Mayorista to come back with you anyway? We both have very limited Spanish.

[BayBoy]

The hotel felt very safe to me, there were a lot of staff and employees around the premises. Yes, there is air conditioning.

I didnt bring any chicas back to my room, so I don't know if they're chica friendly. Website: www.hotelnutibara.com, reservas@hotelnutibara.com

Helpful staff, I'll be back on Oct. 15.

bayboy

[TheKnife]

What are your top jacuzzi suites in hotels or apartments?

Which ones don't you recommend?

TheKnife

[Fade Into]

I want to make a pitch for the Hotel Nutibara in El Centro, which I stayed at in June.

Their rate is 107,000 COP per night ($53). Discounted for stays of 10 days or longer.

I got a nice, comfortable room and bed with the color/cable TV, and a shower where the hot water came on right away. There's a safe in the room for your valuables. They've got a unheated pool, plus sauna and steam room. Also, every morning I got a big buffet breakfast plus coffee and juice.

The staff speaks some English and is very helpful. Its in the heart of Medellin, close enough to walk to all the action.

I'm staying there when I return in October, bayboy

Hi,

Do the hotel have a website? Do they check for ID's for the girls or otherwise chica friendly?

How safe did you feel staying there?

Also do they have air-condition?

[Aussie Greg]

Room 10, El Castillo.

Aussie Greg

Greg,

If you don't mind me asking, but which rooms at the Castillo does that rate cover? If only for a set number of rooms, please advise here or in PM the monthly rates you'd charge for room #9.

I'm booked into room #9 for approx 33 days and I'm paying almost triple that rate.

I've asked this in private as well, but I hope that others will see that at $900 USD for a month, I'll personally vouch that it's the best deal I've ever seen in Medellin.

Cheers

[Pixelpirata]

ACAZAR DEL PARQUEL have studios in an apartment hotel from 1. 3 million COP + public servicies.

Anyone have experience from living there?

It seems to be a good option for a long term rental, even though it is above my normal price range, but the luxury can make it worth it.

However there are lot´s of cheap apartments to rent, but they are not furnished. It costs to furnish, write all contracts, pay all bills, and then leave , practically having to leave everyting behind.

The best option should be to rent a room, but then you loose your privacy (chicas).

A catch 22-situation for one who wants to have a low rent.