Sunlit Laureles Casita - Fast Wifi, A/C, 2BR Sleeps 5 - Quiet Street, Medellín

Proud Paisa from Medellín, now based in the U.S., though my heart will always be in my hometown.

Years of traveling the world because of a long-distance relationship with my (now) husband inspired my love for hosting. I KNOW how meaningful it is to find a place that feels welcoming, comfortable, and truly local.

Ask me about local gems, the apartments, or the bilingual children books I’ve written. I'm always happy to chat.

I can't wait to help make your stay in Medellín a memorable one!

Just minutes walking from restaurants, cafes, bars, nightlife and shops but in a quiet secluded neighborhood filled with locals.

If you're debating whether to stay in Laureles or El Poblado, Laureles possesses several considerable benefits over El Poblado:
1. It is flat – walking around is much less strenuous and generally a lot more pleasant as the entirety of the neighborhood is located within the basin of the valley.
2. Less congested – El Poblado literally means ‘the populated’ in Spanish; an appropriate name as it tends to be very congested on the roads. In Laureles, there is definitely less traffic. This translates to less noise and a more relaxed ambience throughout the area.
3. More local – El Poblado is deemed the touristic hub of Medellin. Whilst that brings its own set of benefits, Laureles is definitely more grounded in the Colombian atmosphere (whilst still being brimmed with bars, restaurants and places of interest). A big benefit of this is that you’ll be more immersed in Spanish.
4. More central – Located pretty much in the center of the valley, you’ll be able to enjoy increased accessibility to the rest of the city – this includes proximity to the metro.
5. Crime and safety – Laureles is well cared for with a heavy presence of police, cameras and private security. There’s also a massive police station located in the heart of the neighborhood.

Another awesome feature is that Laureles fosters an environment of tranquility. Its tree-lined streets do well to make you feel secure and your soul nourished.