Hotel Bolivariana Plaza — Hotel in Medellín

I had an excellent stay at the hotel from check-in to check-out. The hotel is located across from a soccer (football) field of a University, in the Laureles area.There are a lot of small stores and many restaurants within walking distance. I felt completely safe the entire time by myself. The location is just a short ride to the city and the Poblado area.||||Tatiana at check-in was so helpful and knowledgeable. Oscar was amazing, always willing to help and answer any questions. ||||The hotel had a modern feel but not pretentious, definitely a hidden gem. I liked that I always saw people around, be it hanging in the lobby, restaurant, rooftop patio, or hottub.||||My room was a city (park) view, modern and very comfortable, spacious, with lots of room to unpack my bags and storage areas. They do have a mini fridge with drinks, candies, etc, even a condom too :) I think the condom needs to be changed, the packaging looks a bit rough lol. I did not find the room loud, even though it was facing the street. However the football players do come to play early and leave late at times, it didn't bother me.||||I loved that they had a hottub, after a long day of sightseeing, it was perfect to relax my muscles. They also have a hot and cold sauna.||||The breakfast that was included was made to order and delicious. Wasn't buffet, but was plentiful. ||||All the staff were friendly and helpful. I even booked a day trip to Guatape through the hotel and it was amazing. Would highly recommend here and would most definitely...

I originally had booked with Ayenda 1234 Imperio 70. I had arranged a driver to pick me up as I arrived late at night. When he parked in front of the Ayenda I begged him not to leave me at that place. There had been a soccer game in the nearby stadium and there were people drinking, smoking pot in the street by the dozens. I did not feel safe. He took me to the Hotel Bolivariana Plaza. I spent 2 nights there. The room was very small, tiny, but it was very clean and the window faced a hallway, not what I expected but the location was much better than the other. It is a quiet street. Breakfast is included. I throught I could stay for the rest of the trip but they were fully booked OR I could move to 2 different rooms. I decided to move and for the same price I stayed at a much better hotel, way better. It has very nice hand painted signs all over, very inspired for self-confidence. I loved each. Breakfast has not a great variety but it is a good breakfast. It is served, not a buffet. Very basic and you have a choice of coffee or hot chocolate, which is nice because I don't drink coffee. That is where I first had an "arepa". Unfortunately I have an intolerance for corn, it just stays in my stomach all day, so for my second breakfast I declined the offer of arepas. I am very greatful for their hospitality and for taking me in that night so late without a...

Overall this is a good hotel in a good location.

Check in - we arrived November 30th around 3:15pm. There were 3 people together at the reception desk trying to figure out... SOMETHING. It took them 45 minutes for whatever they were negotiating about with the receptionist. The receptionist saw us waiting to check in and didn't do much to hurry along the situation.

Room - The room was nice. The refrigerator didn't have a freezer top area/thing. It was broke.

Gym/fitness area - The first treadmill stopped working after 3 minutes. It just completely shut off. I toggle with the on/off button and replugged it in and it still wouldn't turn back on.

Breakfast - The breakfast was alright but the dining staff lacked proficiency. I pulled out google translator and specifically told them NO ONIONS on my omelet. Sure enough... my omelet had onions in it.

Reply: I actually sent a message to this hotel a couple months ago but got no reply. Can't put my contact info on here because it'll get shadow banned. Keep in mind this review is from 2021. A redo since it got shadow banned a while ago. Update: 12/30/2024 they are still shadow banning the picture of the omelette that...