Zoltar Suites - Update #3

Zoltar says on Aug 20, 2009, 20:09:

Here I have posted a SAMPLE on how the suite will LOOK LIKE !
The furniture are almost similar, with similar taste in the decor.



Actual suite photo will be posted by MONDAY night (hopefully!)

Zoltar
P.S. the bedroom will be black with steel accents, black nightstands, abstract painting on top of the bedroom. The entire suite its painted white.

www.zoltarsuites.com - under construction !

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Zoltar says on Aug 20, 2009, 20:29:

Thanks!
When are you booking a suite ? :)

Zoltar

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Zoltar says on Aug 20, 2009, 20:36:

By the way, these are the details of each suites:

> > BIG BEDROOM (private and quiet)
> > BRAND NEW FURNITURES (includes brand new mattress and sheets)
> > BIG SCREEN TV (Samsung or LG LCD) * in your room ! *
> > DVD PLAYER (with a selection of movies) * in your room ! *
> > FREE CELLPHONE (just leave a deposit in case you will loose it)
> > FREE WiFi INTERNET (bring your own laptop!)
> > LAUNDRY SERVICE (washer and dryer, DIY)
> > DIGITAL ELECTRONIC SAFE (for storing your passport, etc.) *in your room ! *
> > HOT WATER (most of houses here dont have it...)
> > CABLE and SATELLITE TV (HBO, CNN, etc.....)
> > ARMED SECURITY (24hrs, for your protection)
> > AIRPORT PICKUP & DROP-OFF (with our own driver) *extra cost*
> > TAXI SERVICE (24 hrs available)
> > TRANSLATIONS (Italian, English, Portughese and Spanish) *extra cost*
> > MAID SERVICE (on request, per day, per week, per month)
> > PRINTING OF YOUR OWN DIGITAL PHOTOS (with professional printer on photo. paper) *coming soon!*
> > BRAND NEW BATHROOM (including shower head, toilet and toilet seat ! :)
> > BRAND NEW TOWELS
> > AUTOMATIC SOAP DISPENSER

And more ! I keep adding stuff !

Zoltar

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kenblanquito says on Aug 20, 2009, 21:15:

zoltar
going by the info given, are you sure that your mathematics regarding the dimensions is correct?
My English maths would estimate 48inches by 32, depending on whether the photo distorts the image! Are you sure that you have quoted the correct panel dimensions? But relative to the sofa, it may be correct?
If you are correct, it will be too big for the rooml, unless it is situated in the National Gallery!
Jokes aside, a decent painting and far better than a cheapo reproduction!

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Zoltar says on Aug 20, 2009, 21:22:

Heheheh Ken! :)

YES I do NOT like reproductions ! For me its better an abstract painting like this one :



I choosed that GIANT painting for the "Kabuki Suite" since its a Japanese themed one !

Glad you liked it !

Zoltar

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teeo9111 says on Aug 21, 2009, 05:34:

what are the costs of staying at your new place?

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Bill Turley (Moderator) (Trustee board) (☼Travelguide writer) says on Aug 21, 2009, 05:46:

Papi de Alejo says on Aug 21, 2009, 06:00:

Hey Bill, it must be real early in Somondoco. You wrote: "I choose is past tense..." above; I think that you meant to write "I chose" as the past tense as "I choose" is definitely the present tense.

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realstate (☼Travelguide writer) says on Aug 21, 2009, 07:32:

kenblanquito says on Aug 21, 2009, 07:33:

We have all been drinking too much or perhaps something else!
As for the grammar, in Zoltar's case English may be his 3rd or 4th language so I think we can live with such errors.
Regarding more serious things, it would seem that Zoltar has been spending a fortune on this enterprise and has thought of a lot of good details. What are your rates Zoltar, not for me personally but from time to time my wife and I know people who visit Medellin, that require decent accommodation at sensible prices and I am sure that you will not mind a recommendation or two.
How good were your subcontractors, because having carried out a refurbishment on our house, we have had various experiences both good and bad. Did you need to watch their every movement because we found that left to their own initiatives, they could be quite dangerous in terms of making big mistakes that could create more work than anticipated: quite nerve-wracking.
The place is looking good and I hope you do well. I bet you will make a killing during the major events in Medellin and next year we have the South American Games, when this part of the city will be flooded with people!

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kat1 (Moderator) (Trustee board) (☼Travelguide writer) says on Aug 21, 2009, 08:13:

cali1010 says on Aug 21, 2009, 11:33:

Zoltar when will the website be up?

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nine inch nails says on Aug 21, 2009, 11:57:

Is pretty. hey I like the NIN avatar. cali1010!

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cali1010 says on Aug 21, 2009, 12:07:

Yup, NIN rocks!!! I was in the last concert they had in LA a couple months ago. It was awesome!!!! I was a couple of feet away from Trent and the band. Excellent concert!

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dtbrooklyn says on Aug 21, 2009, 16:13:

Bill,

Ouch... I hate to be the grammarian here, but when you want to correct someone it's good to get it right yourself. Furniture most definitely is NOT plural ("the furniture ARE heavy" - i don't think you'd ever say that!), it is a collective noun that is never used in it's plural form (e.g. luggage, money, etc..)

On an earlier post Zoltar said 1 million pesos per month. Draw your own conclusions. Don't know about daily or weekly rates.

porque no te callas?

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theflatline says on Aug 21, 2009, 16:19:

Zoltar,

I will be coming in a few months to stay for a few days with my girlfriend. I have decided to move permanently to Colombia so am going back to get my affairs in order, then will come back to Manizales and head over to pasear with the lady.

Legaleez for Complete Morons - A book for gringos in Colombia for who think they understand the nature of the law in a country where they cannot speak the language.

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barrumundi says on Aug 21, 2009, 16:42:

Good news flatliner. Congratulations on making a good decision. Does this mean now the ex-girlfriend is no longer EX????

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Zoltar says on Aug 21, 2009, 16:55:

Allright!

MANY, MANY things to answer to you guys, let's start

Kenblanquito : Yes, I speak 5 languages, sorry if sometimes I make errors ! :) The rates are the following : one day= 100mil pesos; one week = 500mil pesos; one month = 1million pesos

In regards of sub-contractors I have to follow EVERY MOVE they made, I even have to write on the wall where I want the outlets and I "draw" for them the outline of it :)

I do NOT know when the website will be ready since I have NO tie whatsoever to work on it ! I am at the place from 7.30am until 7pm

Thanks for reading,

Zoltar

www.zoltarsuites.com - under construction !

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kenblanquito says on Aug 22, 2009, 09:38:

Zoltar
On a monthly basis, I think the rates are pretty decent, like 33K COP per day is excellent.
Your daily rates are a bit heavy but I suppose it is understandable due to the extra work in cleaning/reorganizing the room for the next guest.
I am not so sure about the logic of charging 500K for a week; proportionally it seems expensive and I would certainly think about reducing that-my opinion only-and what do I know? It is just that if it is your intention to keep the place as occupied as possible, that could prove to be off-putting to some.
Have you ever researched the average time that visitors spend in Medellin? I would think that many would stay for 1-2 weeks for business/special events/exhibitions etc and that could prove to be your best marketing opportunity: of course I may be wrong, just trying to help a fellow foreigner to think things through, no more and no less!
Your command of 5 languages is a great asset in this city and it will certainly help tourists who may not be able to speak Spanish; they would therefore feel more comfortable in your environment for a short-stay than in many others. I would have done a few years ago anyway!

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BillBigD says on Aug 22, 2009, 09:50:

Ken- Totally agree with your weekly pricing thoughts.

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Zoltar says on Aug 22, 2009, 16:44:

Kenblanquito,

First of all THANK YOU very much for all your positive and usuefull input. What do you suggest can be the weekly rate?? I put 500mil pesos so, if someone wants to stay,let's say 3 weeks, the client will pay the montly rate, cheaper for them, good for me ! ;)

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kenblanquito says on Aug 22, 2009, 17:22:

Zoltar
I am not sure if you really appreciated my comments or not but I will assume that you took them the correct way: I am not a person who enjoys giving negative unconstructive critisism, hopefully only that which may be of help.
In terms of your weekly rates, it really depends on your projected overheads but I would think that remaining reasonably well occupied, rather than having frequently empty rooms, would be one priority. Also, what is the local competition like in terms of rates and comforts provided? Personally, I would potentially prefer to stay in your type of place rather than a boring hotel where you pay over the odds for services that you do not require.
OK, back to the rates. Monthly, 33K per day. Daily, 100K per day. Weekly say 50K per day. That way, you may be able to obtain some of the better-off "back-packer" types who are put off by hotel prices but would prefer more independence and privacy at a reasonable sum. You would still make 1517K per calendar month per room and probably fill it more regularly. What do you think? It all depends what your expectations are of average monthly income and overheads to support the establishment.
With the number of enquiries that are posted on this site regarding short-term accommodation in Medellin, I would expect you to do pretty well with your enterprise; particularly if your rates are very competitive!
Buena suerte!
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Zoltar says on Aug 22, 2009, 17:26:

Ken,

OF COURSE I appreciated you comments ! This that you wrote sounds like a possibility ... I just have to make some calculations .... feel free to send me more inputs.

Thanks again,

Zoltar

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Zoltar says on Aug 22, 2009, 17:31:

Ken,

I just finished my calculations, 350mil pesos per week sounds reasonable !

THANK YOU again for this !

I really appreciated !

Zoltar

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Paisa/Calena/Luver says on Aug 22, 2009, 18:00:

On a serious note,, any picture yet of the paint drying, the place with one door open and one door closed like JONAS suggested or pictures of the bathrooms? thanks alot..

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Zoltar says on Aug 22, 2009, 18:02:

LOL ! I like "on a serious note " :)

Zoltar

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