Hotel Majestic, Barranquilla?

toneloc24 says on May 30, 2008, 10:48:

No, that's Majestic. It's now in walking distance (3-5 blocks) from a new mall (Portal del Prado), several universities, and a movie theatre, amongst other things. The area is safe. I haven't stayed there in 5 years, but the hotel looks very similar. Decent hotel. Just be sure that you ask for exactly everything that you need, prior to reserving.

And yes, those prices ($35-40) are what decent Colombian hotels should cost, at least used to cost. A/C, double occupancy, Thank God that BAQ is not a tourist town.

Hotel Royal. I haven't stayed there in years. It's functional, but not the best option in that price range. Good location in El Prado, but horrible service. For instance, several times reserved a room with a single king bed. Confirmed by phone prior to trip. I would arrive and they'd only have two single beds, unattached. Or, they'd put me in a room with no a/c when the temp is above 85 degrees. Then having to fight for getting a correct bill, since they'd mistakenly mis-charged stuff to your room. Small stuff in the long haul, but annoying as hell. They did once have a smoking hot lady working at the reception desk.

"Don't tase me, bro!!!!"

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sloopskipper says on May 30, 2008, 11:16:

Thanx, I'll sure try to get in there.

It looks like 5 star.

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meverts says on May 30, 2008, 11:56:

I don't know much about Hotel Majestic, but I like this place and they have a pool. Its around 80,000 COP a night.

Vallclaire Suites
Cra. 55 No. 72-32
3569260
3600304
3600305


You can also try Hotel Caribe 79.

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sloopskipper says on May 30, 2008, 14:50:

Thanx meverts!

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Azul says on May 30, 2008, 15:09:

I like Hotel Versalles .... 105.000 per night

las cosas caen por su propio peso

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sloopskipper says on May 30, 2008, 15:30:

http://www.hotelversallesinn.com/

What great looking places!

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b bruce says on May 31, 2008, 10:43:

Greetings, The Hotel Majestic is always my jump off point when I fly in to Barranquilla on my way to Santa Marta. The hotel has a wonderful staff and the place is very nice. I was there about one year ago. $42.00 U.S. per night includes breakfast and complmentary cocktail in the evening. Check out at 3 pm. They have a nice pool and the building is very secure. Easy walking distance to the El Prado district, plus the neighborhood is safe. I first discovered the place from my Lonely Planet Guide Colombia.

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sloopskipper says on Jun 2, 2008, 22:43:

It sure looks like a great value bruce!

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