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Cranky Croc Hostel, Calle 15 No. 3 - 465 (031-342-2438, WiFi, reservas@
crankycroc.com). The Cranky Croc is a well-run hostel that has gained a solid
reputation as a great place to stay. The hostel is huge and feels like it never ends.
There are multiple common areas that allow for many social opportunities. The
Cranky Croc has a café and bar. There are a few outdoor patios and much more.
It's highly suggested you make reservations if you want to stay there. Prices
2011: Dorm, 20,000 COP; Single, no bath, 46,000 COP; Double, no bath 60,000
COP; Triple, no bath, 90,000 COP; Quad, no bath, 120,000 COP. Single, bath,
56,000 COP; Double, bath, 70,000 COP; Triple, bath, 105,000 COP; Quad, bath,
140,000 COP. (www.crankycroc.com).
Chocolate Hostel, Calle 16 No. 2-43 (031-341-3104, WiFi
[email protected]). Chocolate Hostel was formally known as Platypus
Hostel, one of Bogotá's more popular hostels. Time will tell if the new operation
can continue to bring in many travelers, which made it necessary to book in
advance like Platypus Hostel did. Prices Nov. 2010: Dorms, 3 -6 beds, 20,000
COP; Small room, single, no bath, 36,000 COP; Double, 44,000 COP; Large room,
single, no bath 44,000 COP, Double, 48,000 COP; Single, bath, 50,000 COP;
Double, bath, 55,000 COP; Suite, 75,000 COP. (www.chocolatehostel.com).
Hostel Sue, Calle 16 No. 2-55 (031-334-8894, WiFi, reservations@hostal
suecom). Hostal Sue has hot showers and a nice courtyard with heaters. There is
a relaxing T.V. lounge which offers chances to meet other people. Prices Nov.
2010: Dorm, 5 beds, 20,000 COP; Single, 36,000 COP, no bath, Double, 40,000
COP, no bath; Single, 50,000 COP, bath; Double, 55,000 COP, bath.
Musicology, Carrera 9 No. 3-15 (031-286-9093, WiFi, contact@musicolo
gyhostel.com). Musicology is a spacious hostel with 42 beds. There is a bar,
television area, a foosball table, an outside area and much more. Each bunk has
a locker with plugs to charge your electronics. Musicology rates include both
breakfast and dinner. Musicology runs a party bus and gives a 5,000 COP
discount to its guests. Prices 2011: Dorm, ten beds, private bath, 20,000 COP;
Dorm, 8 beds, private bath, 22,000 COP; Dorm, 6 beds, shared bath, 23,000