Where to Stay in Bogotá with Kids (3 Easy Picks)
Updated October 2025 • We haven’t stayed here yet, this is the shortlist we’d book today based on location, family amenities, and consistent parent reviews. We’ll update after our Colombia leg with photos + tweaks.
We’re a slightly overwhelmed family of four who care about two things: short walks and early bedtimes. Bogotá sits at 2,640 m, cooler temps, big city energy, so our plan is mornings at parks and museums, calm afternoons, and early dinners near the hotel. These are the only three stays we’d actually choose: a walkable base with kitchen space, a pool-forward option for energy burn, and a best-value pick that keeps the budget happy.
For a quick guide, here is a rundown of the best hotels in Bogota
➡️ Best Overall Hotel in Bogota: Book 93 Luxury Suites & Residences
➡️ Best Hotel with a Pool in Bogota: Book Grand Hyatt Bogotá
➡️ Best Value Hotel Under $50 in Bogota: Book ibis Bogotá Museo
Bogotá neighbourhoods at a glance (for families)
Parque 93 / Chicó: safe, green, and full of cafés—easy base for families; you trade old-town vibe for modern convenience.
Usaquén: colonial square, Sunday flea market, family-friendly restaurants. Great for wandering with kids.
La Candelaria (Historic Center): museums + Monserrate access; vibrant by day, use ride apps after dark if you’re with little ones.
The 3 Easy Picks (we’d book one of these, no endless lists)
1) Best Walkable Base: 93 Luxury Suites & Residences (Parque 93)
Why we picked it: Steps from Parque 93, with one- and two-bedroom suites and fully equipped kitchens, perfect for simple kid meals and early bedtimes behind a real door. Rooftop/fitness and on-site breakfast simplify mornings.
Good to know: No pool (Bogotá’s cool anyway); you’re choosing space + kitchens + super walkable dining over old-town atmosphere.
2) Pool Time for the Kids: Grand Hyatt Bogotá (Salitre)
Why we picked it: A rare indoor pool in Bogotá (great at altitude/cool temps), plus big-hotel perks, cribs, spa, and dining on site. Close to Simón Bolívar Park and an easy taxi to northern neighbourhoods.
Good to know: Location is more business-district/airport-side; plan 20–40 min taxis to Parque 93 depending on traffic. (Airport transfer/taxi times into the north are typically ~20–30 min in light traffic, longer at rush hour.
3) Best Value Under £50: ibis Bogotá Museo (Centro–Museo Nacional)
Why we picked it: Clean, central base near Museo Nacional, with family-friendly room types and rates that frequently land ~$33–$45 (≈£26–£36) off-peak. Ideal if you’d rather spend on activities.
Good to know: Rooms are compact; check child policies and breakfast on your rate, and request a quieter upper floor.
How we choose (quickly, like parents do)
Walkability: food/playgrounds within 10–15 minutes
Room setup: doors that close or suite layouts for early lights-out
Cool-down: pool or nearby park time
Food: in-room kitchen or kid-friendly options nearby
Recent family reviews: we weigh consistent parent mentions over one-off raves
Read More: Where To Stay In Colombia (Top 3 Bases)
Safety & practical stuff for families
Altitude & weather: Bogotá sits at 2,640, expect cool days and chilly evenings. Pack layers and go slower the first 24–48 hrs.
Traffic & rides: Use official taxis or ride apps; airport → Parque 93 typically ~20–30 min by taxi outside rush hour (buses are much longer).
Parks: Great green breaks with kids—Parque 93, Parque Virrey, and Simón Bolívar Park.
Evenings: In Candelaria, switch to ride apps after dark; in the north (Parque 93/Usaquén), strolling for dinner is the norm.
Getting around & when to book
Getting around: Base in the north (Parque 93/Chicó) for cafés, flat walks, and easy dinners; daytrip into Candelaria/Museo Gold and back by ride app.
When to book: December–January and Holy Week are peak; shoulder months often price better. (Bogotá is year-round; just expect frequent showers.)
Flights: Compare options here
Other Places To Stay In Bogota
Family logistics near each area (quick hits)
Parque 93 / Chicó: playgrounds/green square, coffee chains for predictable snacks, lots of sit-down options.
Usaquén: weekend flea market, leafy plaza, and kid-friendly restaurants.
Candelaria: museums by day; plan a taxi home after dark with kids.
FAQ (for parents, by parents)
Is Bogotá safe with kids?
Stick to Parque 93/Chicó, Usaquén, and museum zones by day; use ride apps after dark, standard big-city sense.
Which area is best with younger kids?
If you want short, flat wanders and easy dinners: Parque 93. If you want a village feel and Sunday market: Usaquén
Can we find suites with kitchens?
Yes, 93 Luxury Suites offers one- and two-bedroom units with fully equipped kitchens near Parque 93.
Where can kids actually swim?
Bogotá hotels with pools are rarer; Grand Hyatt Bogotá has an indoor pool (great in cooler weather). Hilton Bogotá also lists a heated outdoor pool if you prefer the financial district.
Final Thoughts: Where We’d Stay in Bogotá With Kids
Bogotá isn’t the easiest city to picture with kids, big, busy, weather that flips by the hour, but that’s exactly why planning where to stay matters more here than almost anywhere else in Colombia.
From everything we’ve researched, Usaquén looks like the sweet spot for families: safe, calmer, close to parks, markets, and cafés that don’t feel rushed. Zona G and Chapinero Alto both tick boxes for food and convenience, while still keeping access to the historic centre for day trips. And for short stays, La Candelaria works if you want the colonial charm and don’t mind early nights.
Like Medellín, we haven’t reached Bogotá yet, but this guide pulls from expat forums, family reviews, and on-the-ground advice from parents already there. When we finally make it north, we’ll add what actually worked (and what didn’t). For now, consider this your map before the map: the research we’d use to plan our first few nights in Colombia’s capital.
