Hotel Ambala Bogota Colonial

Hotels
8.1 (971 reviews)
Carrera 5 # 12 B - 46 , Bogotá , co

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Children allowed

Facilities

Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Non-smoking rooms
Room service
Family rooms
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
Tour desk
Ironing service
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent location
Friendly staff
Cons:
Small rooms
Limited amenities

Categories

Cleanliness
8.1
Most reviews indicate rooms were clean, although some mentioned small spaces.
Service
8.6
Multiple reviews praised the attentiveness and kindness of the staff.
Location
9.1
The location received consistent praise for being central and accessible.
Room Quality
7.6
Reviews highlighted issues with room size and some amenities missing.
Amenities
7.1
Noted that some amenities advertised were not available in the rooms.
Value for Money
8.1
Many reviewers felt the price was reasonable given the location.
Food and Beverage
7.6
Some reviews indicated the absence of a café or food services.
Overall Experience
8.6
Overall, guests seemed pleased, providing praise mostly for the location and service.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-11 10:37

Property Description

Central Location in Candelaria District
The Hotel Ambala Bogota is perfectly situated in the vibrant Candelaria district, offering a convenient base for exploring downtown Bogota. Just a short distance from key cultural attractions, guests can immerse themselves in the heart of the city.

Charming Colonial Rooms
Experience a touch of local charm in the Colonial rooms at Hotel Ambala Bogota. Adorned with traditional décor, each room is thoughtfully equipped with modern amenities such as cable TV and a minibar. Stay connected with complimentary Wi-Fi available throughout the hotel.

Convenient Facilities
Enjoy the convenience of on-site laundry services during your stay at Hotel Ambala Bogota Colonial. Take advantage of this practical amenity to ensure a hassle-free visit.

Ready to experience the cultural richness of Bogota? Book your stay at Hotel Ambala Bogota for a memorable and comfortable visit.

Important information:

Please note rates include Wi-Fi.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 01:00 PM

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 5 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    People no matter the age stay for COP 60,520 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.1
Based on 971 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.1
Service: 8.6
Location: 9.1
Room Quality: 7.6
Amenities: 7.1
Value for Money: 8.1
Food and Beverage: 7.6
Overall Experience: 8.6
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marie-lou • extended_group • fr
8
Confortable et bien placé
Pros:

L'accueil et la gentillesse de la réceptionniste qui m'a aidé a prendre rdv pr un massage.

Super literie, douche chaude !

La localisation.

Cons:

La taille de la chambre, le bruit toute la nuit de la personne a l'accueil avec son téléphone, ca résonne bcp : il faut des boules kies !

2026-03-14 • via Nuitee
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Christian • family_with_children • de
8
Pros:

Gut

2026-03-03 • via Nuitee
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Nancee • extended_group • us
6
Great location and helpful staff.
Pros:

Location.

Cons:

No hot water in the sink and very small rooms.

2026-03-03 • via Nuitee
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Leidy Julieth • couple • co
10
2026-03-01 • via Nuitee
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Keishi • family_with_children • jp
9
スタッフが親切だった。安くなってくんでどんどんあの
Pros:

スタッフは親切で設備は整っていた　場所も旧市街の近くで立地は良かった

Cons:

照明が少し暗かった

2026-02-27 • via Nuitee
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Marina Cristina • extended_group • br
10
Pros:

Hotel bem localizado no bairro La Candelária, café da manhã muito bom, servido na cafeteria anexa ao hotel. A limpeza do ambiente muito bem feita e as toalhas do banheiro eram trocadas diariamente. Os funcionários atendem muito bem, desde a recepção até o serviço de limpeza.

2026-02-27 • via Nuitee
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Marin mori • family_with_children • pe
10
2026-02-26 • via Nuitee
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caroline • couple • fr
6
Pros:

Emplacement géographique

Cons:

2 nuits consécutives sans électricité en raison
d une panne généralisée dans le quartier
Aucune proposition de la direction pour proposer des solutions alternatives
Donc éclairage à la la lampe frontale

Dimension très petite de la chambre
Très compliqué avec 2 valises
Pas de places pour les ouvrir à part sur le lit

2026-02-26 • via Nuitee
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Scott • solo_traveller • us
8
I had a a very nice stay. The staff was very friendly and helpful.
Pros:

Excelent location. Easy to walk to everything. Very clean.

Cons:

It was a little noisy sometimes in the night.

2026-02-24 • via Nuitee
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Katarzyna • couple • pl
8
Pros:

Świetna lokalizacja hotelu, bardzo miły i pomocny personel .
Wyjątkowo smaczne śniadania

Cons:

Drzwi do łazienki w moim pokoju nie zamykały się ! Umywalką była tak głęboka, że drzwi nie dało się zamykać ani swobodnie otwierać. Było to bardzo niekomfortowe. Hotel powinien to poprawić

2026-02-22 • via Nuitee
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Cesar Rayo • family_with_children • co
7
2026-02-22 • via Nuitee
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Chantal • solo_traveller • fr
7
Pros:

Il y fait froid

Cons:

Séjour agréable mais chambre froide et bruyante.?
Manque une fenêtre. Ambiance triste!

2026-02-14 • via Nuitee
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Alexander • couple • co
8
2026-02-11 • via Nuitee
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Nelfy • couple • co
10
2026-02-10 • via Nuitee
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Joe • solo_traveller • pe
5
Pros:

Está bien, pero no tiene buena relación calidad precio.

Cons:

Las habitaciones son muy pequeñas, el
Baño es imposible de usarlo cómodamente porque es un pedazo demasiado pequeño, las ventanas no abren por lo que no hay ventilación natural.

2026-02-09 • via Nuitee
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Beatrice • family_with_children • se
8
Reccomend this hotel
Pros:

The staff was wonderful, great location, nice room.

Cons:

Very thin walls.

2026-02-08 • via Nuitee
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Jorge • family_with_children • cl
5
Pros:

Muy buena atención de la señorita de recepción

Cons:

Habitación muy pequeña para los 4, baños pequeño muy estrecho todo.

2026-02-08 • via Nuitee
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Juan • solo_traveller • co
10
2026-01-31 • via Nuitee
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Pacheco • family_with_children • us
10
Pros:

La ubicación es muy buena.

Cons:

Olvide mis lentes en el hotel, les am de mensajes por booking por WhatsApp directo al hotel y nunca me respondieron, tuve que llamarlos varias veces, al final no los encontraron.

2026-01-30 • via Nuitee
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Werner • family_with_children • be
10
Pros:

Location, breakfast and the staff

Cons:

Room was small

2026-01-29 • via Nuitee