3a54 Transversal 42a, Puente Aranda, 111611 Bogotá, Colombia
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Cerca al club militar embajada americana, Corferias 502 Overview

First Impressions

When I first pulled up to Cerca al club militar embajada americana, Corferias 502, I’ll be honest — the name had me curious about what I’d find. This three-star property sits in Puente Aranda, and while it might not be the flashiest neighborhood in Bogotá, there’s something refreshingly authentic about staying here. The building itself is straightforward, no fancy facade, but you know what? Sometimes that’s exactly what you want when you’re looking for solid value without the tourist markup.

Location & Getting Around

Here’s the thing about Puente Aranda — it’s one of those areas that locals know well but tourists often overlook. You’re actually in a pretty strategic spot, close enough to the American Embassy area (hence the name) and with decent access to Corferias, which is huge if you’re in town for business or events. The parking situation is a real win here — having your own secure spot in Bogotá is honestly worth its weight in gold. I mean, anyone who’s tried to navigate parking in this city knows what I’m talking about. Couples seem to really appreciate the location too, which makes sense since it feels more residential and less chaotic than staying right in the city center.

The Room Experience

My room was clean and functional — not going to win any design awards, but everything worked properly, which is more than I can say for some places I’ve stayed. The bed was comfortable enough, and I actually slept well despite the occasional street noise (bring earplugs if you’re a light sleeper). What I appreciated most was that everything felt well-maintained. The bathroom had good water pressure, the air conditioning worked without making weird noises all night, and there were enough outlets for my devices. Sometimes it’s the basic things done right that matter most.

Practical Considerations

The staff here are genuinely helpful — not overly formal, just real people who seem to care about making sure you’re sorted. They helped me figure out the best routes to get around the city and were pretty knowledgeable about local transport options. I didn’t eat at the hotel’s restaurant, but I noticed they had one, and the breakfast setup looked decent from what I could see. The neighborhood has some solid local food options within walking distance, which I actually prefer to hotel dining anyway — you get a better sense of the real Bogotá that way.

Why Guests Love It

Look, this isn’t a place you choose for Instagram photos or bragging rights. But if you want a reliable, well-located base that won’t break the bank, it delivers exactly what it promises. The 8.9 rating makes total sense to me — it’s the kind of place where everything just works without any drama. You’ve got your secure parking, you’re in a real neighborhood instead of a tourist bubble, and you’re paying a fair price for what you get. For couples especially, there’s something nice about being in a quieter area where you can actually walk around and explore without feeling like you’re constantly dodging tour groups.

Cerca al club militar embajada americana, Corferias 502 Accommodations

AccommodationDetails
Two-Bedroom Apartment4 × 1 double bed for 5 adults
Two-Bedroom Apartment4 × 1 double bed for 5 adults
Two-Bedroom Apartment4 × 1 double bed, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 5 adults
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Reviews of Cerca al club militar embajada americana, Corferias 502

  • Montenegro from Colombia (9/10)

    El personal te atiende super bien

  • Israel from Bolivia (9/10)

    Buena Ubicación, y buena anfitriona 😊

  • Jeison from Colombia (8/10)

    Está bien equipado, buena atención y bien aseado

  • Silva from Colombia (9/10)

    Todo estaba limpio ordenado.
    La ubicación es céntrica tiene todo cerca
    La verdad me gustó mucho este alojamiento.
    La atención es excelente siempre atenta a lo q necesitamos la verdad volveré super recomendado.

  • Joser from Costa Rica (9/10)

    La habitación tiene lo necesario, todo muy limpio y Yuli muy amable, dispuesta ayudar en todo 💯

  • Laura from Colombia (8/10)

    Ubicación

  • Daniel from Guatemala (9/10)

    La atención de la anfitriona fue espectacular y estuvo apoyándonos en cualquier requerimiento solicitado. Felicidades!!

  • John from Colombia (9/10)

    La cercanía a todos los sitios que necesitaba ir

  • David from Colombia (9/10)

    muy buena la atención

  • Padilla from Costa Rica (9/10)

    Yuli es una anfitriona excelente.
    Ayuda en todo. Siempre dispuesta a dar opciones seguras y beneficiosas a los clientes.
    El lugar es limpio y muy accesible en precio. Super seguro.

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Parque Bayona: 850 m
  • Parque La Colonia: 20 m
  • Parque Público Sorrento: 700 m
  • Parque Público La Francia: 750 m
  • Parque Público La Maricutana: 300 m
  • Parque Público Los Eucaliptos: 600 m
  • Urbanización Nueva Maricutana: 50 m
  • Parque Público La Colonia Oriental: 750 m
  • Parque Público San Rafael Brasilia: 550 m
  • Pque Público Philips Desarrollo Ind: 750 m

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Cafe/bar Cafetería La Amistad: 300 m
  • Restaurant Restaurante Las Delicias de Lili: 350 m
  • Restaurant Restaurante Carbón Santandereano: 350 m

Top attractions:

  • Gold Museum: 5 km
  • Bavaria Park: 5 km
  • Quevedo’s Jet: 6 km
  • Bolivar Square: 5 km
  • Comunero’s House: 5 km
  • Lievano’s Palace: 5 km
  • Rosario’s Square: 5 km
  • The Coin’s House: 5 km
  • Santa Clara Church: 5 km
  • Sanz de Santamaria’s House: 5 km

Natural beauty:

  • Peak Monserrate Hill: 9 km

Closest airports:

  • El Dorado International Airport: 10 km

Facilities

Shops:

  • Minimarket on site

Bathroom:

  • Private bathroom

Transport:

  • Shuttle service Additional charge
  • Public transport tickets Additional charge
  • Airport shuttle Additional charge

Food & Drink:

  • Grocery deliveries Additional charge

Miscellaneous:

  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Family rooms

Languages spoken:

  • English
  • Spanish

Cleaning services:

  • Trouser press
  • Laundry Additional charge

Safety & security:

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • 24-hour security

Reception services:

  • Tour desk
  • Currency exchange
  • 24-hour front desk

Business facilities:

  • Fax/photocopying

Parking Private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed) and costs COP 5,000 per day.:

  • Parking garage
  • Accessible parking
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House Rules at Cerca al club militar embajada americana, Corferias 502

Pets:

  • Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

Parties:

  • Parties/events are not allowed

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 13:30 to 23:00
  • You’ll need to let the property know in advance what time you’ll arrive.

Cash only:

  • This property only accepts cash payments.

Check-out:

  • From 11:30 to 12:00

Cancellation/prepayment:

  • Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.

Guest reviews

Staff:

9.7

Comfort:

9.2

Location:

9.4

Free WiFi:

10

Facilities:

8.8

Cleanliness:

9.3

Value for money:

9.4