Where to stay in Manizales, climate?

pedro says on Dec 25, 2007, 07:08:

It can get pretty cold. I usually bring my winter coat. There was one trip I didn't have it on me, but wished I did.

If all else fails, just hit the booze and then you've got your beer jacket for warmth.

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Medellin Traveler says on Dec 25, 2007, 07:52:

Sal -

I know how you feel. I'm tired of Chicago winters! Gawd, was it COLD the other day with the strong wind adding to the cold weather.

I need a vacation but definitely not to Manizales if it's cold there as well.

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mentalist3582 says on Dec 25, 2007, 08:16:

Most of those places have hot water. Obviously ask the place beforehand, but it'll be hard to find an ill-equipped place there, unless you decide to stay at some coffee farm outside the city.

I never wore a sweater or a jacket there, but then again, that's just me. It'll get slightly chilly, so if you get cold easily, you should take a light jacket. I've been through several Chicago winters and can assure you that Manizales will be a nice relief from the weather, with an average of 70 degrees in the day and 54 at night.

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jaramillo says on Dec 25, 2007, 08:31:

To my taste, Manizales has the best weather in Colombia. But a light jacket early in the morning, or in a rainy evening, will come in handy.

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bogjudge says on Dec 25, 2007, 10:00:

The hot water offerings in the hotels here in Manizales will vary from gas fired water heaters that kick in when the water is turned on to what I like to call a "suicide shower" or ducha which is a device connected to the spout and is wired to house current. Oftentimes these wires are dangerously exposed - thus "suicide shower". These will cease functioning if the water is turned on too hard. They will deliver a nice hot shower.

The night temps here get chilly at times so bring a jacket or sweater. You will not need to bundle up.

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Saltador says on Dec 25, 2007, 16:33:

Thanks all, I appreciate the reassurances and details. I'll bring a light jacket or sweatshirt, and confirm the hot water beforehand at the hotel. Should be fun :-)

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