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Casa Platypus - Hostel

2.0 star property
Bogotá hostel in La Candelaria with 24-hour front desk and coffee shop/cafe
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Lobby sitting area
Shared Dormitory
Courtyard
Balcony
Microwave, coffee/tea maker

Reviews

7.8 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Carrera 3, 12F-28, Bogotá, Distrito Capital, 111711
  • University of the Andes
    4 min walk
  • Tropical Shots
    1 min walk
  • Corferias TransMilenio Station
    7 min drive
  • Bogotá (BOG-El Dorado Intl.)
    29 min drive

Room options

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Food and drink

Single Room

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Kitchen
LCD TV
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Kitchen
LCD TV
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Shared Dormitory

Shared Dormitory

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Kitchen
LCD TV
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Single Beds

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In-room safe, free WiFi

Double Room

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Kitchen
LCD TV
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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In-room safe, free WiFi

Triple Room

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Kitchen
LCD TV
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed OR 3 Single Beds

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About the area

Bogotá

Casa Platypus - Hostel places you in the centre of Bogotá, within a short 5-minute stroll of Virgen de Guadalupe and University of the Andes. Highlights at this hostel include a restaurant, and in-room kitchens and free WiFi. .The hostel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and coffee/tea in a common area. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this La Candelaria hostel include U.S. Embassy Bogotá and 93 Park.
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What's nearby

  • Gold Museum - 6 min walk
  • Botero Museum - 9 min walk
  • Externado University of Colombia - 10 min walk
  • Plaza de Bolívar - 12 min walk
  • Monserrate - 2 min drive

Getting around

  • La Sabana de Bogotá Station - 10 min drive
  • Estación Usaquén Station - 29 min drive
  • Bogotá (BOG-El Dorado Intl.) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Juan Valdez Café - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Plaza de la concordia - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Dos Gatos y Simone - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Magola Buendía - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Tropical Shots - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Casa Platypus - Hostel

Bogotá hostel in La Candelaria with 24-hour front desk and coffee shop/cafe
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. A library, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at Casa Platypus - Hostel.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Bogotá hostel.

  • 1 building
  • 17 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Computer for guest use
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
Casa Platypus - Hostel offers 17 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. This accommodation has kitchens with separate dining areas. Rooms have partially open bathrooms. Bathrooms include a shower and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. 17-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, French, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: COP 12,000 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchen
  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Partially-open bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 17-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Kitchen
  • Room service
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Free local calls
  • Living room
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 7 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • You may be required to pay VAT (19%) at the property. Non-resident travellers who pay using a foreign card or bank transfer and present a valid passport and tourist visa may be exempt from value-added tax (19%) on tourist package bookings (accommodation plus other travel service).

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately COP 12000 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: COP 65000 per vehicle (one-way)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. No on-site parking is available. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.

We should mention

  • Visitors travelling with a child may be required by the property to present the following documents: at check-in, parents travelling into Colombia with a child under 18 may be obligated to present the child's birth certificate and photo ID (passport for non-Colombian citizens). If a relative or legal guardian is travelling into Colombia with the child, that relative or legal guardian may be obligated to present a notarised consent of travel signed by both parents, along with a copy of both parents' ID. If only one parent is travelling into Colombia with the child, that parent may be required to present a notarised consent of travel signed by the other parent. Visitors planning to travel with children should consult a Colombian consulate office in advance of travel for additional guidance.
  • Children aged 7 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Casa Platypus - Hostel?

Casa Platypus - Hostel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Does Casa Platypus - Hostel serve breakfast?

Yep, cooked-to-order brekkie is served daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Casa Platypus - Hostel?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Casa Platypus - Hostel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Casa Platypus - Hostel?

Check-in begins at 1 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Casa Platypus - Hostel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Casa Platypus - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 51 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 51 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 51 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 51 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 51 reviews" "

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020

8/10 Good

Elaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff and local flavor of the hotel made my stay enjoyable. The bed was not very comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Central location within walking distance of 'everything'.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable, quiet stay in La Candelaria area
Bed was very comfortable, Shower was luxurious. Breakfast was pretty good and available till 10 :) Floorboards were very creaky and room had little to no storage space but had cable tv. Took a couple days to feel at home in the room. Loved the rooftop terrace. Staff was very nice and helpful. Hostel was near many bars, restaurants and interesting things. I just wouldnt recommend going out on a Sunday night, many things in the neighborhood are closed and we didnt feel safe. However within the Casa we felt perfectly safe.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2017

8/10 Good

Brian, London

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly and convenient
The location of this hotel is perfect,just a few minutes from Les Aguas bus station and it's perfect for looking around La Candelaria. Room was great,breakfast fine too.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2017

8/10 Good

matt , NZ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
great location, friendly staff,
enjoyed the location so close to all the old town action, feels secure, friendly and welcoming.helpful reception staff Nice breakfast as well from very friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2017

8/10 Good

central located, candaleria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
great location
hotel was fine clean and great service

8/10 Good

Mike, UK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hotel very friendly staff, good location
My friends and I enjoyed our stay. The very friendly staff helped us to get the best out of our short time in Bogota.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hotel in a convenient location.
I loved the place, comfortable and clean, and the staff are very friendly.

8/10 Good

b

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
nice hostel great location
This was a great hostel experience, with the best staff possible. I had a major luggage crisis with the airline company and the staff kept calling and calling them for me. He took care of everything and I received my luggage in two days with no stress thanks to him! The rooms were clean, everybody was so nice and friendly.

10/10 Excellent

Nathan, New York City

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
In Good Hands at Casa Platypus!!
The two gentlemen at the front desk, Erwin and Ramón, were so kind and accommodating, and I felt extremely well taken care of! Breakfast was lovely, and the rooftop is airy and open:)

2/10 Terrible

Lee, Las Vegas

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Don't go there!
No water pressure. Water was a trickle of either scalding hot or freezing. Bed hard as a rock. Breakfast bad.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

6/10 Okay

Tara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean place, neighborhood okay
The woman at the front desk made this experience. I did not get her name, but she went out of her way to accommodate us. The breakfast was delicious and the rooms were extremely clean, albeit simple. The walls were very thin and I could hear everything people said outside our room the following morning. Also, the neighborhood was not what I expected - I was hoping for great bars and restaurants nearby, but the area was a little on the sketchy side. During the day, the neighborhood was fine and it was very close to Monserrate.

6/10 Okay

JeanGuy, NB CANADA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort
Noisy
We stayed here on a friday and saturday nights. Impossible to sleep due to loud music until 3 in the morning and dogs barking around 6 in the morning. Internet free and easily accessible. Free coffee, excellent breakfast. Very friendly staff.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very Clean and the staff was friendly and helpful. Would definitely stay there again and recommend to others.

10/10 Excellent

hedi, australia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
very friendly stuff,lovely breakfast and great loc
wish i could have stayed longer,great bars and shops nearby

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This hotel Location is very good. Cozy and clean. There were little noise from the street. Wifi was not good in my room. I would like to book this hotel again, if I go to Bogota.

10/10 Excellent

Madeleine, UK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely little hotel
Ideal situation for easy access to sights. Very friendly & welcoming staff. Rooms are small but clean in characterful building. Nice breakfasts & dining room arrangement makes it easy to mix with other guests.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very efficient and conveniently located hotel
The hotel was very welcoming and efficient. The staff were helpful and very willing to give advice and information. The relaxed dining and sitting area on the first floor was a nice place to sit as the rooms were quite small. Guests are able to use the kitchen facilities also. It was a bit noisy at night (internal rather than street noise) but of course that depends on who else is coming and going on any individual night.

10/10 Excellent

West coast guy, BC Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location
I found the staff very helpful and knowledgable. The bed very comfortable and a good breakfast. Keep in mind this is an old building so not soundproof but then the charm and service of smaller hotels is what is important to me. Be advised this is the newer platypus not the hostel.