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Casa Platypus - Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel near Plaza de Bolívar in Bogotá

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Courtyard
Lobby sitting area
Shared Dormitory | In-room safe, free WiFi
Restaurant
Balcony

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
Carrera 3, 12F-28, Bogotá, Distrito Capital, 111711
  • Gold Museum
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Plaza de Bolívar
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Monserrate
  • Bogotá (BOG-El Dorado Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

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Food and drink

Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Shared Dormitory | In-room safe, free WiFi

Shared Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, free WiFi

Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, free WiFi

Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Bogotá

La Candelaria stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this La Candelaria hostel, you'll find University of the Andes and Chorro de Quevedo Square. Gold Museum and University of Rosario are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Gold Museum - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Botero Museum - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Plaza de Bolívar - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Corferias Bogota - 6 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • U.S. Embassy Bogotá - 7 min drive - 4.5 miles

Getting around

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

Hostel near Plaza de Bolívar in Bogotá
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 is 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 safes and coffee/tea makers. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Accommodations have kitchens with separate dining areas. Rooms have partially open bathrooms. Bathrooms include showers and hair dryers.

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

Languages

English, French, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • 24-hour roundtrip 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

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 17-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Bathroom

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

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 at the property

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.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property 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. Nonresident travelers 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: 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 onsite parking is available. 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 Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.

We should mention

  • Visitors traveling with a child may be required by the property to present the following documents: At check-in, parents traveling into Colombia with a child under 18 may be obligated to present the child's birth certificate and photo ID (passport for non-Columbian citizens). If a relative or legal guardian is traveling into Colombia with the child, that relative or legal guardian may be obligated to present a notarized consent of travel signed by both parents, along with a copy of both parents' ID. If only one parent is traveling into Colombia with the child, that parent may be required to present a notarized 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 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

How close is Casa Platypus - Hostel to the airport?

Casa Platypus - Hostel is 9 mi (29-min drive) away from the El Dorado Intl. Airport (BOG) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Casa Platypus - Hostel have an airport shuttle?

Casa Platypus - Hostel offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of COP 65000 per vehicle, one-way.

Does Casa Platypus - Hostel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Casa Platypus - Hostel, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of COP 12000 per person. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Casa Platypus - Hostel?

No, there is no casino at this hostel.

What time is check-in at Casa Platypus - Hostel?

Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Casa Platypus - Hostel?

Free parking is not available at this hostel.

Does Casa Platypus - Hostel have a pool?

Casa Platypus - Hostel does not have a pool.

Does Casa Platypus - Hostel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Casa Platypus - Hostel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is Casa Platypus - Hostel to downtown Bogotá?

Casa Platypus - Hostel is 7.7 mi away from Bogotá.

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 traveler

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 traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled 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 traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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 traveler

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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 traveler

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.

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 traveler

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 traveler

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 traveler

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 traveler

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.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

10/10 Excellent

Yvett L., Los Angeles

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

Quaint hotel in great location

My boyfriend and I really enjoyed our stay at Casa Platypus. When traveling, I try to find hotels with character. Casa Platypus was just what I was looking for. It is in the La Candelaria, which is a artsy/historic part of Bogota. We were walking distance to all the things we wanted to see (excluding the Zona Rosa). The room was small, but very clean. The shower was also great (great water pressure and heat). The hotel staff were helpful. . We enjoyed our stay there so much, that we decided to book another night for our last night in Colombia. I would definitely recommend Casa Platypus to anyone traveling through Bogota. On a side note: One thing I was surprised about when arriving to Bogota was the amount of graffiti/ street art. I then came to realize (after walking around Bogota for a few days), it is used as an art form and as a way to express political ideas.