Hotels & Travel

Travel Note

Keep in mind..

Bogotá has a population of around 11 million people. Like any other large city, Bogota has its safer areas and others you should avoid. It is recommended storing your passport in the hotel safe and when going out, only take what's necessary: avoid wearing jewelry, carrying cameras, and constantly checking your phone or tablet. Uber provides a very good service in Bogotá — take advantage of it! And for added security, avoid going out alone and engaging in conversations with strangers while walking on the street. Bogotá is located at an altitude of 8,660 ft above sea level! The fourth-highest capital city in the world! When you arrive, it is normal to feel fatigued and tired. Try to take it slow the first day upon arrival and stay hydrated.

Flight

El Dorado Airport (BOG)

We recommend flying to and from Bogota’s El Dorado International Airport (BOG). Airport to hotel transportation We would like to inform you that both hotels offer transportation from the airport to the hotels. Please find the estimated fees for each hotel below: Hotel Estelar: Car rental for 3 people: $83.000 COP Minivan for 6 people: $166.000 COP Hotel EK: Car rental for 3 people: $87.000 COP Minivan for 6 people: $108.000 COP If you are interested in this service please coordinate directly with your hotel. Travelers to Colombia must complete Migración Colombia’s online Check-MiG form: https://apps.migracioncolombia.gov.co/pre-registro/en/DatosViaje

Rental Car

Uber

Uber has a great transportation system in Bogota. When getting an Uber we recommend upgrading your ride to Uber Comfort or Uber XL and beyond to ensure you get a “nicer” car and smoother ride. Avoid taking yellow taxis! From the airport to the hotel — we recommend taking an Uber or arranging private transport (if available) with the hotels recommended below. We do not recommend renting a car, but if you decide to rent one, please be aware that there is a zero-tolerance policy for drinking and driving (your BAC level has to be at 0 at all times when driving).

Hotel

EK Bogota

Please check booking.com as well to compare pricing.

Discount Code - 52396380

Hotel

ESTELAR PARQUE DE LA 93

Please check booking.com as well to compare pricing.

Discount Code - 2410VENTAS

Shuttle

Shuttle from the hotel to the ceremony

October 26, 2024 1:45 pm

Transportation will be provided to & from the wedding venue from both hotels. The shuttles will leave the hotels at 1:45pm. The two hotels listed are 3 blocks apart from one another. The return shuttle service will begin at midnight and will run every 30 minutes from the venue back to the hotels.

Travel Note

Currency (COP)

The official currency of Colombia is the Colombian Peso (COP). Paying via credit card (especially Visa and Mastercard) is accepted mostly everywhere. If paying using Amex you might encounter some smaller vendors who won’t accept it. If paying by card, you will be asked if you would like to be charged in USD or COP. For most credit card providers, you will normally get a better conversion rate if you choose to pay with the local currency (COP). If you would like to pay with cash we recommend exchanging it at the airport or withdrawing Colombian Pesos from a reputable ATM near the hotels. The conversion rate from COP to USD is around 1 COP = .00025 USD. For quick conversion calculations divide the COP amount by 4 and then divide by 1,000. So, if something is worth $125,000 COP = $125,000 / 4 = 31,250 /1,000 = $31.25 USD.

Travel Note

Tipping in Colombia

In Colombia it is customary to tip between 10% - 15% when dining out. In many cases the waiter/waitress will ask if you would like tip to be included in your bill, in other cases it will be added automatically.

Travel Note

Weather in Bogota

Bogotá's weather offers a delightful mix of mild temperatures and occasional rain showers year-round. With daytime temperatures ranging from 55°F to 70°F and nighttime temperatures of 40°F to 50°F. Keep this in mind when packing. For the wedding celebration it is recommended that you bring a thicker jacket / coat.