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Hotel Galería Casa de La Luz

3.5 star property
Travelers find authentic Colombian hospitality in Bogotá's historic district, with a complimentary manager's reception to enhance each day's adventures

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Hotel Galería Casa de La Luz in vibrant La Candelaria offers a cooked-to-order breakfast each morning. The business center and restaurant are ideal for work or socializing. Multilingual staff and luggage storage ensure a hassle-free experience.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Standard Double Room | Down comforters, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Standard Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Duplex | Down comforters, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Standard Duplex

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Duplex | Down comforters, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Superior Duplex

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Suite | Down comforters, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Suite

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

La Candelaria, a neighborhood in Bogotá, is home to Hotel Galería Casa de La Luz . Salitre Plaza Shopping Mall and Andino Shopping Center are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Monserrate and 93 Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Estadio Nemesio Camacho or Movistar Arena. Visit our Bogotá travel guide
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5-75 Cl. 12, Bogotá, Bogotá, 111711

What's nearby

  • Plaza de Bolívar, Bogotá, Colombia
    Plaza de Bolívar
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Catedral Primada de Colombia
    Catedral Primada de Colombia
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Gold Museum
    Gold Museum
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Botero Museum
    Botero Museum
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Museo Casa de Moneda
    Museo Casa de Moneda
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • La Sabana de Bogotá Station
    20 min walk
  • Estación Usaquén Station
    32 min drive
  • El Dorado Intl. Airport (BOG)
    31 min drive

Restaurants

  • Juan Valdez Café
    1 min walk
  • La Puerta Falsa
    2 min walk
  • La Puerta de la Catedral
    2 min walk
  • Restaurante La Nueva Cabañita
    3 min walk
  • La Puerta de La Tradición
    2 min walk

About this property

Hotel Galería Casa de La Luz

Hotel near Monserrate
At Hotel Galería Casa de La Luz , you can look forward to free cooked-to-order breakfast, a free daily manager's reception, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps, is available to all guests, along with a business center and a restaurant.
Additional perks include:
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), coffee/tea in the lobby, and luggage storage
  • A front-desk safe, a banquet hall, and concierge services
  • A 24-hour front desk and multilingual staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Hotel Galería Casa de La Luz feature comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Pillowtop mattresses and down comforters
  • Designer toiletries, showers, and hair dryers
  • 35-inch LED TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, heating, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Business center

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • No elevator

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Down comforter
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 35-inch LED TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Minibar

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 16

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • You may be required to pay the following charge at the property: Colombia Value-Added Tax (VAT) at 19%. A VAT exemption is available to travelers who present a valid passport and tourist visa showing they are not a resident of Colombia and who pay using a foreign card or via a bank transfer from outside Colombia. This exemption applies only to tourist package bookings (accommodation plus other travel services).

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: COP 80000 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: COP 80000 (one-way), (up to 18 years old)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
If you are traveling with a child your property may require you to present the following documents: Parents traveling into Colombia with a child under 18 may be required to present the child's birth certificate and photo ID (passport for non-Columbian citizens) upon check-in. If a relative or legal guardian is traveling into Colombia with the child, that relative or legal guardian may be required to present a notarized consent of travel signed by both parents and a copy of both parents' ID. If only one parent is traveling into Colombia with the child, that parent may be required to present a notarized consent of travel signed by the other parent. Visitors who plan to travel with children should consult with a Colombian consulate office prior to travel for further guidance.

Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel Galería Casa de La Luz pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Hotel Galería Casa de La Luz ?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Hotel Galería Casa de La Luz ?

Check-out is at noon.

Does Hotel Galería Casa de La Luz provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of COP 80000 per person applies.

Where is Hotel Galería Casa de La Luz located?

Located in La Candelaria, this hotel is steps from University of Rosario, Catedral Primada de Colombia, and Museo Casa de Moneda. Plaza de Bolívar and Botero Museum are also within 5 minutes. La Sabana de Bogotá Station is 20 minutes by foot.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Hotel Galería Casa de La Luz Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.4

Cleanliness

8.4

Amenities

8.8

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 73 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 73 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 73 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 73 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 73 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This is a very comfortable hotel decorations are fantastic.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Mehrdad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location is 10/10. Within walking distance of many attractions and great restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The location was amazing, the hotel was fantastic! It was worth at least a few days, but I ended up staying one more day. I tried to book the shuttle to the hotel, and I received no response, which was my only qualm. However, I just took an Uber, so it wasn't a big deal. They helped me with a driver back to the airport, though, for a good price. Breakfast was good and the staff are great! They lock the door at night, all you have to do is ring the bell and they come open it , the location only has nighttime activities on the weekend anyway. Definitely THE option to stay at. Always felt safe in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Harry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Magical place to stay

If you are looking for a very affordable hotel this is it. If you get a room downstairs it may be a little noisy in the AM after 8 as it is an older place and the walls are thin and the doors made of stained glass. No joke but very safe and secure. Just a few minute walk to Bolivar Square and Botero museums. We adored this hotel.
2nd floor sitting area
Hot breakfast
2nd floor sitting area
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

chester

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel house, many decorations inside, colonial style, elegant, very safe and the staff at front very friendly, la candelaria Beautiful town will love to come back again. Thanks for the memories
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maritza

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful antique house, great job setting up as a hotel. Very close to the historic district. Employees were very nice. We enjoy our stay. We specifically love the small.chapel to pray. Thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JUAN SEBASTIAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very good experience

This was a very good surprise, and I’m sure it qualifies as a hidden gem, If you’re looking for a stay in downtown Bogotá. The overall value is very good, and you will have a great time if you understand that it’s an old traditional mansion, that was converted to Hotel. It’s comfortable enough, but has the normal issues with the lack of 5-star amenities. We really liked our stay and would certainly go back if needed to stay downtown.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashlyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great spot in La Candelaria

We enjoyed our three nights in Bogotá in large part because of the great location of this hotel in La Candelaria. We could safely and quickly walk to all the sights we wanted to see. The hotel was a historical, rambling building with many nooks and crannies. There were several common areas, and we had a choice of our rooms. Our rooms were comfortable and clean, though the stairs to the loft were a little perilous. The included breakfast was nice. Finally, Joanna at the front desk was friendly and helpful, coordinating our transportation and giving us recommendations.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Robyne

A convenient location, an eclectic experience. Not for everyone. If you’re fussy, it’s not for you. If you like something different - enjoy.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Tania

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a unique place to stay - an affordable 200 yr old house with many of the rooms including sitting areas. However, these rooms wouldn’t suit anyone with mobility issues as they involve stairs up to a loft bedroom. There are also multiple lounge areas for guests to relax amongst a mix of antiques and tchotchkes. The staff were exceedingly pleasant to deal with, and the breakfast delicious (if repetitive) - the raspberry jam was so good. The location was absolutely perfect for seeing everything in the neighbourhood, but situated on a quieter street. Just around the corner from the Botero museum complex, La Puerta Falsa and a few blocks from Plaza Bolivar and the Pasaje Rivas market.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice, charming place. You should be aware however that the rooms do not have any windows to the outside (there are windows in the door that open to the interior space). Loud pigeons in the morning, if you are on the top floor, but it is a really nice little loft space. The breakfast is pretty basic. I'm allergic to gluten and asked for no toast. I just got scrambled eggs and untoasted bread (which I ignored) and coffe.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Michael

Flea bitten palace

First, the good. This hotel is housed in a fabulous Victorian palace close to Plaza Bolovar, the BOTERO, and some excellent restaurants. The block itself is a Jewelry row, mostly discount places that both buy and sell. The rooms are inventively and charmingly adapted. The courtyard and public spaces are fabulous with what appears to be period furniture and numerous art works. The area is relatively safe but the Candelaria does have late night robberies, often of people walking from the bars. Hot water scarce after 8:30 am but good earlier. Free breakfast was nothing special, though i loved the covered courtyard where it was served. This hotel was very affordable for the size and quality of the rooms, the public spaces, and the good location. The bad: I got some fresh insect bites while sleeping there, most likely bed bugs. The front desk didn’t give me the impression that they were going to get right on it. It’s an expensive problem, hard to fix, the front desk guy said. And maybe I just got bitten “out in the world”, by mosquitoes or something. The bite pattern I had was more typical of bed bugs. Desm staff didn’t speak much English so we had to enlist the aid of another guest to translate. Bedbugs are an unfortunate reality these days, and any hotel, regardless of price or cleanliness, can be affected. However the staff here didn’t treat the issue with the urgency it called for, or indicate that they were going to do anything at all.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
GREAT PLACE! HIDDEN GEM CLOSE TO EVERYTHING! HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel we’re very happy…!😊
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

4/10 Poor

Lailani

Checking in was horrible, the place need renovation. All the amenities that they promised in the app is not there. They only provided liquid hand soap. You need to schedule a day before you can have the cleaning in the room which they didn’t discussed it during the check in. No one in the staffs speaking English. The room that I stayed 19 has a problem with hot and cold water in the shower. The receptionist had a lunch break and the other person who locked the gate and I cannot come in even though I doorbell and knocked the door. Waited 20 minutes outside and almost late in my tour.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Lailani

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Horrible hotel! The worst ever! All the amenities they said in the app was not in the room. The only soap they have was the liquid hand soap. I asked the receptionist and they said they don’t provide anything than the hand soap. Checking in was super slow. Took them to checked me in 45 minutes of waiting. The hotel need the renovation, very dirty room, towels are like rugs, the hot and cold water in the shower were not regulated properly. Either too hot or too cold. Staffs were so unfriendly. They locked me out at 1 pm and waited outside for 20 minutes. They didn’t hear the doorbell and me banging in the door. I was almost late to my tour at 2 pm. The only nice things in that hotel is close to the plaza. I like their living room also.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

brigitte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Quirky is GOOD!

If you like charm, antiquities, and quirkiness, this is the place for you! In the fun La Candelaria district, you can't beat the value for this hidden inn. It's almost like staying in an Escher print (if you don't get that, move on), with the rambling halls, staircases, lofts, surprise courtyards, and tiny two-person chapel! Friendly front staff (24 hours) and delightfully old-world.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Duane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This is the most unusual hotel i have ever stayed in. Its more like an antique shop/museum. All sorts of crazy rooms with tons of antiques. The rooms themselves are very basic and most have a loft that is accessed by a very steep staircase. Depending on the room either your bed is on the loft, or it is a small sitting area. It is obviously an old mansion that has been repurposed. Due to.the very high ceilings, you can hear everything. Everything. Skip the breakfast. It could use some sprucing up. All in all, if you can handle a very basic room, its worth staying for a night just to experience this unusual hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

J

Great decor but…..

Lovely decoration but very poor everything else. No hot water no lock on the door, very noisy and the area at night is dodgy.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

4/10 Poor

Alexandra

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
I had booked 5 nights and left after 1. My room had only a glass wall between it and the dining and piano(!) areas. I was awakened at 7 when people loudly went to breakfast. The WIFI was weak, so I could not work. I went to a real hotel, not a house that calls itself a hotel. Naturally, The staff did not refund any of my remaining prepaid 4 nights.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anabell

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
La habitación muy limpia, muy bonita. Considero que el único detalle fue que el día que llegué el joven no quiso ayudarme a subir las maletas porque aún no era su horario y faltaban 10 minutos para hacerlo del Desayuno. Increíble la atención, la señora que lo hace siempre muy atenta igual que la chica siempre muy atentas lo recomiendo mucho además de qué me apoyaron con 1 Taxi con el cual me sentí totalmente segura en todo momento. Muchos saludos a don Ricardo muy atento siempre
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jana

Grundsätzlich war die Ausstattung wie erwartet. Leider war das Bett sehr unbequem und durchgelegen. Die Zimmer wurden nicht gereinigt. Was durch die Enge des Zimmers auch zur Toilette im so wichtig gewesen wäre. Die allgemeinen Aufenthaltsräume waren aber gut.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excelente servicio
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Hugo Arturo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Si. Todo Muy bien.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025