Bogotá Hotels

Childish giggling over the name aside, B.O.G. Hotel is a gleaming luxurious masterpiece that's spared no expense over modern amenities, artistic strokes of creativity or lavish comfort. If you're not taken by the golden decoration or the emerald touches masterminded by Portuguese interior designer, Nini Andadre Silva, the 55 rooms will still wow with opulent queen-sized beds, huge TVs, hydro massage rain showers and deep spa baths. The rooftop infinity pool has some incredible views across the city too.

Atmospheric and full of character, this Bogotá hotel offers modern facilities with an Old World atmosphere. Located in a restored historic building, it feels more like a home than a hotel with roaring fires, thick rugs, timber-framed ceilings and leather armchairs. The king-size beds are enough to lose a weekend in, while its La Casa Restaurant offers fine dining in a country cottage setting.

Situated in two buildings next the Teatro Colon, the Hotel de la Opera is probably the best accommodation in La Candelaria. Housed in a wonderfully restored historic building, it has class, charm and character, and its rooftop restaurant offers great views over the old part of town. The hotel has 42 rooms, each decorated with Italian furniture, but the best have views over Plaza de Bolivar. Booking ahead is essential.

With contemporary touches and a modern palate of creams, whites and flashes of red, the Celebrities Suites could be modelled on a famous personality's own pad – if it weren't for the huge murals of superstars sitting above each bed. Each individually designed apartment comes themed around a superstar (think Brad Pitt or Beyonce) and is fully equipped with a kitchen, generous lounge area and beautiful bedroom. A flatscreen TV and Wi-Fi come as standard, while breakfast in bed with Brad is available on request.

Smart and stylish at the same time, Morrison 114 is a boutique hotel that mixes up utmost comfort with designer touches. Expect tall windows, airy rooms and massive beds with plenty of mod-cons, including expansive plasma screen TVs, iPhone docks and soundproof windows.

While it may not look like a work of genius from the outside, behind the doors Wyndham Hotel Bogota flexes its creative muscles. Its 261 rooms are well-appointed and spacious with huge windows letting in plenty of light, but it's the blossoming of primary colours, mesmerising carpets and patterned wallpaper that make it such a pleasure to stay in. The steaks from the restaurant are more hearty than arty.

While bedrooms give off a student dormitory vibe, the sleeping quarters at this budget choice are spotless. Rooms are bright and each of the 28 on offer comes with Wi-Fi, satellite TV and a private bathroom. Tucked away from the nearby bars and restaurants, this hotel also offers a little sanctuary from the buzz of central Bogotá.

Don't be put off by the aquarium feel of the lobby; Hotel Augusta is a smart, cosy little hotel in the La Candelaria area of the city. The sleeping quarters are light and open, and lead onto a contained living room. Equipped with modern amenities like flatscreen TVs, Wi-Fi and desks, the hotel is ideal for tourists or business travellers as well as backpackers with a little more in their pocket.

Located in the financial district, Portal de Oxum Hotel is a short ride on the TransMilenio from the bustling nightlife of the Zona Rosa neighbourhood. Clean and overtly colourful, this hotel only has seven rooms, but each comes with Wi-Fi. Ask for a room away from the street for the best night's kip.