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Platypus Hostel, Bogotá, Colombia.

In La Candelaria, the Platypus hostel is one of the classic hostels of Colombia. German, the owner, has traveled all over the world before opening his own hostel in Colombia. It's a great place to land and plan your trip in Colombia with local information.

Platypus has a common area with tables, a kitchen you can use, a book exchange, hot showers, free wifi, inexpensive internet and free coffee.

The rooms are basic but clean. Dorm beds 15000 pesos (US$ 6), double without bathroom 30000 pesos (US$ 12). Herman also has a few houses next door where he can put you up if there is space and you want to stay a bit longer. The Platypus is also a good place to ask around for options for staying longer term.

Address: Calle 16 No 2-43, Bogotá
Tel: 352 01 27
Tel: 341 28 74
website: http://platypusbogota.com
Email: platypushotel at yahoo dot com
Cheapest night: 5 US$/night.
Dorm beds available.
Private rooms available.

First posted by Peter on May 21, 2008, 17:29. Last edit by njc on Dec 14, 2008, 17:28. Editing history.

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Peter (Moderator) (Trustee board) (Dev team) (☼Travelguide writer) says on Jun 4, 2008, 03:19:

If you don't have a reservation and the Platypus is full, you can still just show up and they'll help you find another place to stay for the night. You can also just check the other hostels of course :)

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Agmed says on Oct 7, 2008, 14:15:

I spent a few days here and would most certainly recommend it. The owner is very helpful and pleasant. I found this to be a warm welcome and great introduction to Bogota and Colombia

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Peter (Moderator) (Trustee board) (Dev team) (☼Travelguide writer) says on Nov 10, 2008, 13:25:

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Elmin says on Nov 12, 2008, 11:13:

if you are looking for a private room reserving upfront is recommended as they are often occupied. Some of the rooms have wifi access- worth asking for

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Peter (Moderator) (Trustee board) (Dev team) (☼Travelguide writer) says on Nov 19, 2008, 10:46:

Yes, in general, a reservation is best for the Platypus. Just email German, no need to pay upfront.

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jnafa says on Apr 1, 2009, 11:57:

There is no price tag for a genuine welcome and a friendly smile. German the owner immediately made me feel at home and safe, recommended itineraries, and even after I checked out he tried to help as much as he could with all my inquiries. This is the place I would recommend for anyone to start their Colombian adventure.

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johak12 (☼Travelguide writer) says on Jul 6, 2009, 14:07:

It's nice, not the best place EVER, but it's really cheap, and people there are really really nice. If it's full, and you didn't booked before, you can find at least 3 other hostels on the area.

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