Medellin Hotels and Rental Apartments

[Justemp]

Medellin Mansion Newsletter 19

December 1st. 20th

Guys, if you want a cheap deal, the Mansion and El Castillo is offering rooms at a flat rate of $50. 00 per night except for premium rooms, Mansion rooms 1 and 12 and El Castillo room 9, first come, first served as far as the room selection goes.

This price also includes a large breakfast, laundry (no ironing but can be organised for a small fee) and internet accsess and free international telephone calls.

The first 3 weeks in December is always quiet here at the Mansion so that's why Medellin Bob and Big Bad Boyd have slashed room rates for only this period of time, e-mail Marcy to get this great offer at infoatmedellinmansion.com

Aussie Greg

I emailed Marcy but haven't heard anything back. Is this deal still going on?

[Aussie Greg]

Medellin Mansion Newsletter 19

December 1st. 20th

Guys, if you want a cheap deal, the Mansion and El Castillo is offering rooms at a flat rate of $50. 00 per night except for premium rooms, Mansion rooms 1 and 12 and El Castillo room 9, first come, first served as far as the room selection goes.

This price also includes a large breakfast, laundry (no ironing but can be organised for a small fee) and internet accsess and free international telephone calls.

The first 3 weeks in December is always quiet here at the Mansion so that's why Medellin Bob and Big Bad Boyd have slashed room rates for only this period of time, e-mail Marcy to get this great offer at infoatmedellinmansion.com

Aussie Greg

[HoleRanger]

After arriving in MDE last week, I stayed at the Nutibara hotel. The hotel is ok but I bailed after 4 nights due to the noise from the disco etc. You can bring in a guest for a few hours with no charge. If they stay overnight, 40, 000 pesos. I could have relocated to another room but wanted to view other options. My bed was like sleeping on a covered board, probably just an isolated incident? Perks. In room safe, A/C, no internet in room. Internet cafe on first floor.

Hotel Internacional (not the International a different place). Is cheap ($45/night). Don't expect much. It appeared safe but the single room was just enough room to turn around in. Had to turn sideways to get into the bathroom and I'am not a big guy. This would be a good place to have a secondary room just for your romps if you have someone special and want to keep your escapades away from prying eyes.

Hotel Gran, www.Granhotel. Com, same rate as Nutibara, $56/night. The rooms are about the same size as in Nutibara but not quite as noisy. No A/C in my room but I don't need it, adjustable slated windows for ventilation, balcony. Rotating fan in room if needed, in room Wi-Fi that's a plus. Safe in room also. Not sure about chica fees? I had one visitor in twice so far staying a few hours each visit and no questions were asked. It may be because it was the same woman vs. Different women. I took the mentality don't ask if I can bring in a friend, just do it and see what happens. After I have a visitor overnight, I'll report back.

Had plans to visit some of the old spots but just have not gotten around to it. My Spanish is a bit better now and opportunities are everywhere. Most women here have the same complaint, Colombian men have too many women and Americans are perceived as treating them better.

Enjoy!

[Rodeo9112]

Does anyone have info on a hotel in Bogota, Medellin or Cali with a Pool (or even a jacuzzi). Also looking for an apartment in Bogota or Cali with a jacuzzi. Availability for end of Jan, early Feb is optimal.

Rodeo

[Nortelx]

3 great furnished apartments (2 or 3 brs) available in poblado. i have stayed in 2 of them. both were great locations with hi-speed internet.

the rates are very reasonable and managed by a good friend to many isg members, juan. he is listed as a dependable driver in the medellin lists by world travel 69 and his phone numbers are there.

he can also help you with transportation and translations.

[John Gault]

Hi guys,

I'm buying a house in Tampa, Fl and will be travelling back and forth more often, so in addition to My Place, my house (Mi Casa) in Envigado will also be available. You can now have the comfort of peaceful surroundings, but with access to all the hot spots. Mi Casa has the 2 main bus routes going to El Poblado and El Centro right accross the street along with a taxi stop also accross the street.

You'll be surrounded by beautiful green vegetation, flowers and your typical "girl next door", but Paisa! Apartment includes 2 rooms and 2 baths, 21" color TV's, cable, 24/7 News Channels (CNN, FOX), Wifi Internet, etc.

Perfect for 2 friends at $350US each, $700US total a month. At $11US and change a day you'll be making a killing. Even if 2 of you stay 2 weeks it will cost you just $23US and change each, can't beat that. Three weeks would run you $16US and change a day each.

One month, minimum reservation accepted. Full payment of $700US in advance to one of my US accounts. PM me directly for info. And pics. Make your reservations NOW! Pics. Attached!

Frank Casio!

Last spring I was in MDE and Franks Place was full. He let me stay with him at his house for 10 days and it was a very nice place to stay. For $700 a month I should move there and save all this airfare I have been spending.

[Frank Casio]

Hi guys,

I'm buying a house in Tampa, Fl and will be travelling back and forth more often, so in addition to My Place, my house (Mi Casa) in Envigado will also be available. You can now have the comfort of peaceful surroundings, but with access to all the hot spots. Mi Casa has the 2 main bus routes going to El Poblado and El Centro right accross the street along with a taxi stop also accross the street.

You'll be surrounded by beautiful green vegetation, flowers and your typical "girl next door", but Paisa! Apartment includes 2 rooms and 2 baths, 21" color TV's, cable, 24/7 News Channels (CNN, FOX), Wifi Internet, etc.

Perfect for 2 friends at $350US each, $700US total a month. At $11US and change a day you'll be making a killing. Even if 2 of you stay 2 weeks it will cost you just $23US and change each, can't beat that. Three weeks would run you $16US and change a day each.

One month, minimum reservation accepted. Full payment of $700US in advance to one of my US accounts. PM me directly for info. And pics. Make your reservations NOW! Pics. Attached!

Frank Casio!

[HoleRanger]

Has anyone stayed at the Internacional Hotel, Calle 52,46-55 in Medellin? If so, how is it? I could not locate much on a search, it could be operator error:)

Thanks

[BayBoy]

To Fade Into:

The size of the rooms are medium, American standard size. The bed is a double. As far as chicas are concerned the bellhop told me thats its OK to bring a chica for an hour no charge. All night is 40,000 COP.

[Fade Into]

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

Thanks for the replies!

When you find out, can you also let us know the following:

1.) What are the approx dimensions of a standard room? (of if no idea, maybe a description of small/cramped vs. medium vs. large/spacious for the size of the room will do)

2.) Do they have queen sized beds or better in single standard rooms?

3.) Will they be okay w/ chicas and do they charge you a fine if you bring one?

[GringoLoco2]

Were you replying to me or the original poster? I wasn't sure since you replied to me. I do not know the original poster and he is not my friend. Hence me saying 'if what you are saying is true'. I think everyone knows there are two stories and what is true is usually somewhere in the middle. I didn't see anything negative in his post other than he had a horrible experience. No reason to not allow people posting their experiences whether good or bad. And I also know the people you mentioned.

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.

[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.