Hotel Estelar La Fontana is a long-standing hotel in the north of Bogotá, part of the Colombian Estelar group, which runs a number of hotels in the capital and across the country. It is a large, practical property that has traditionally served business travelers and conventions, as well as families and leisure visitors who prefer a calm area with services close to hand. Rooms and suites are generally roomy, with comfortable beds, desks and city or garden outlooks, and the hotel typically offers restaurants, a bar, a fitness area, meeting and event spaces and parking. Facilities and room categories vary, so check the current details for your dates. The northern location puts shopping centers, restaurants and the business districts within easy reach, and it is a short ride to the Usaquén neighborhood and its Sunday market. It is a good fit for travelers who want value and convenience more than a historic setting.
Location and getting around
The hotel is well north of the historic center, so La Candelaria, the Gold Museum and Monserrate are a taxi or ride app away, and the journey can be long at rush hour. The compensation is a quieter district with plenty of shopping, dining and services, and easy access to the main avenues that lead north toward Zipaquirá, Lake Guatavita and the Sabana towns.
For day trips by road, a northern base can save time compared with starting from the center. The airport is a drive of about half an hour or more depending on traffic.
The rooms and who it suits
The hotel works well for business visitors, families and groups, thanks to its size, parking and meeting spaces. Couples who want a quiet, comfortable room at a moderate price will also find it a sensible choice. It is not a boutique experience, and the atmosphere is more professional than romantic, but the staff are used to handling large numbers of guests and to arranging tours and transport.
Good to know
Because the hotel hosts conferences and events, weekdays can be busy in the lobby and restaurants, while weekends are often calmer. Rates are moderate for the level of service and change with demand, so compare room types and ask about breakfast, parking and airport transfers. Bogotá's altitude may make your first night restless, so drink water and keep activities light on arrival.
Ask for a room away from the main road if you are sensitive to noise, and use a taxi or ride app after dark, as you would anywhere in a large city. If you plan to use the hotel as a base for several day trips, ask the front desk about early breakfast options and reliable drivers, since departures are often at dawn.
Why stay here
- ✓Restaurants and bar on site
- ✓Fitness area
- ✓Meeting and event spaces
- ✓Parking available
- ✓Concierge and tour desk
- ✓Air-conditioned rooms
- ✓Work desks in rooms
- ✓Wifi in rooms
Good questions
Where is Hotel Estelar La Fontana?+
It is in the north of Bogotá, away from the historic center, close to shopping, dining and the main avenues leading out of the city.
Is it good for day trips?+
Yes. A northern base makes it quicker to reach Zipaquirá, Lake Guatavita and other towns on the plateau than starting from the old center.
Is parking available?+
The hotel typically offers parking, but terms vary, so confirm the details for your dates and rate.
