Perfect location for exploring La Candeleria district. Very helpful concierges, although not every reservation they made for our other explorations throughout Colombia panned out. Rooms (including bathrooms) are spotless. Awesome rooftop area for late-night glass of wine, Strongly recommended!

There are so many wonderful things we could say about Casa Platypus. Firstly, its location in La Candelaria is within easy walk of all tourist attractions in the old city. Secondly, the staff (especially Ramon) was extremely helpful, offering us cold drinks after a somewhat harrowing ride from the airport on the huge annual Day for Peace demonstration. Thirdly, the... More

Great hostel. Very well located in the area of La Candeleria, at 5-10 min walk of the most important museums and places in the area. Staff was very nice and helpful. The hostel is clean and beautifully decorated as the rooms. Breakfast is great with fresh fruits and juices every day. The terrasse on the roof is an amazing spot... More

Lovely hostel. Great breakfast, helpful staff, spotless kitchen and bathrooms. Rooms very comfortable and beautifully furnished. Wifi only seemed to work in reception, which isn't really that big a deal, just a bit annoying.

A great option for budget travelers; rooms are clean and nicely decorated, the bathrooms are very new, and the staff is wonderfully chill and amicable in the way only nice ex-backpacker types can be. A simple but delicious breakfast is included, which is a nice plus; one could get used to the slice of papaya and juice, freshly-fried eggs, bread,... More

Me and 3 friends travelled here over the holidays and have nothing but GREAT things to report. Extremely helpful staff with strong english skills and willing to do anything for you! They even organized a traditional meal for us for Christmas, delicious. If you are interested in a cheaper version they have a hostel up the street but spurge for... More

I love the Candelaria district of Bogotá with its colonial houses. The Casa Platypus, just off the conveniently located Parque de los Periodistas, is one them, so this means loads of atmosphere - and drafts from the windows and the roof... Once you are inside, the friendly staff will make you feel at home right away. You can grab a... More

I had a fantastic stay at Casa Platypus. When there was no availability in the dorm room, they didn't turn me away but just upgraded me to a small single! This was only the beginning of the hospitality I felt here at this hotel. The staff constantly assisted me with recommendations of where to eat, even going so far as... More

Stayed there in a triple room in September. The room was cold and so I had to ask for an extra blanket. The skylights in the room were nice but they let a lot of light in so I woke up way before the alarm went off. The staff was super helpful and it was great that they had a... More