Returned from 5 days in Medellin.
Accommodation:
Serviced apartment near the action. $59/night.
Scene:
As described in recent reports. Excellent value.
Highlights:
Great provider on day 3.
Overall: 8/10 - Would return.
Happy to answer questions.
Medellin — trip report March 2026
Started by SeattleSam · 18 Mar 2026 · 1819 views
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Did you feel safe walking around at night?
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19 Mar 2026 at 00:10
With respect, my experience was more mixed. But maybe I went at the wrong time.
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20 Mar 2026 at 03:02
100% agree. The quality is hard to beat.
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21 Mar 2026 at 01:44
This is outdated info IMO. Things have changed since last year. Current prices are about the same than what's described here.
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22 Mar 2026 at 16:28
This matches my experience. Medellin is one of my favorites.
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22 Mar 2026 at 19:07
Interesting take but I think you overpaid. Try using a different site next time.
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24 Mar 2026 at 02:29
Good info. I'd add that going during the week is much better — less crowded, better prices.
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24 Mar 2026 at 09:10
What was your total spend roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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24 Mar 2026 at 09:16
Adding my experience from last month.
The scene has changed a bit since pre-COVID. Biggest change: more online activity.
The scene has changed a bit since pre-COVID. Biggest change: more online activity.
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Just booked my flights! Thanks for the motivation.
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24 Mar 2026 at 11:52
Any restaurant recs for the daytime?
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This is outdated info IMO. Things have changed since the pandemic. Current prices are higher than what's described here.
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Any restaurant recs for the daytime?
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24 Mar 2026 at 23:17
100% agree. The quality is hard to beat.
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25 Mar 2026 at 03:36
This matches my experience. Medellin is underrated.
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25 Mar 2026 at 06:19
Great report, thanks for sharing. I had a similar experience there last month.
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25 Mar 2026 at 08:58
This matches my experience. Medellin is great value.
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25 Mar 2026 at 15:35
Did you feel safe walking around at night?
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100% agree. The variety is hard to beat.
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