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Where to stay in Manizales, climate?

I searched and have seen from posts about lodging in Manizales, but had a question. I know this brands myself as overly gringo, but do any of these places have hot water? I've become accustomed to the tepid showers in Cartagena, but I'm not looking forward to anything colder than that...
Also, is a jacket or sweater really necessary at night? It looks like the temperature gets down to like 60 degrees at night... I'd kill for 60 degrees right about now in Chicago...

By Saltador on Dec 25, 2007, 06:16 in Friendly Talkzone.

pedro (☼Travelguide writer) 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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