Hotel El Alba

3.0 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near Santiago de Cali University

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Luxury Room, Kitchenette | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets
Reception
Property entrance
Staircase
Flat-screen TV

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Room service

Explore the area

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Calle 9 # 51-04, Barrio Camino Real, Cali, 760001
  • Place, Palmetto Plaza Shopping Center
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Santiago de Cali University
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Cosmocentro
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cali (CLO-Alfonso Bonilla Aragon Intl.)
    ‪37 min drive‬

Room options

Double Superior Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 322 sq ft
  • 9 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Luxury Room, Kitchenette

  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Double Executive Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Triple Superior Room

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

Family Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Cali

Located in Camino Real - Joaquín Borrero Sinisterra, Hotel El Alba is a leisurely stroll from popular sights such as Santiago de Cali University and Cosmocentro. This 22-room, 3-star hotel has free breakfast along with conveniences like free in-room WiFi and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Palmetto Plaza Shopping Center - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Cali Ophthalmology Clinic - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Farallones Clinic - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Santiago de Cali University - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Cosmocentro - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Alfonso Bonilla Aragon Intl. Airport (CLO) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Crepes & Waffles - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Ventolini - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Juan Valdéz Café - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Hamburguesas El Corral - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Hotel El Alba

Hotel with free breakfast, near Santiago de Cali University
Hotel El Alba features free WiFi in public areas, a meeting room, and a terrace. There's free parking, and an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for COP 130000.00 per vehicle roundtrip. Multilingual staff at the front desk are standing by 24/7 to help with tours or tickets, luggage storage, and securing valuables. This smoke-free hotel also has a water dispenser.
Flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and free WiFi keeps guests connected. Other standard amenities include safes and free toiletries.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking; reservations required
  • Offsite parking; reservations required
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 1 PM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • You may be required to pay the following charge at the property: Colombia Value-Added Tax (VAT) at 19%. A VAT exemption is available to travelers who present a valid passport and tourist visa showing they are not a resident of Colombia and who pay using a foreign card or via a bank transfer from outside Colombia. This exemption applies only to tourist package bookings (accommodation plus other travel services).

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Airport shuttle fee: COP 130000.00 per vehicle (roundtrip)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 3 PM
  • Check-out: 1 PM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with offsite parking (reservations required).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Visitors traveling with a child may be required by the property to present the following documents: At check-in, parents traveling into Colombia with a child under 18 may be obligated to present the child's birth certificate and photo ID (passport for non-Columbian citizens). If a relative or legal guardian is traveling into Colombia with the child, that relative or legal guardian may be obligated to present a notarized consent of travel signed by both parents, along with a copy of both parents' ID. If only one parent is traveling into Colombia with the child, that parent may be required to present a notarized consent of travel signed by the other parent. Visitors planning to travel with children should consult a Colombian consulate office in advance of travel for additional guidance.

Property is also known as

Hotel El Alba Cali
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Hotel El Alba Hotel
Hotel El Alba Hotel Cali

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Hotel El Alba?

Hotel El Alba offers free cancellation on some room rates. To learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to see near Hotel El Alba?

This hotel is situated in Camino Real - Joaquín Borrero Sinisterra within a short 4-minute walk of Palmetto Plaza Shopping Center and also 15 minutes on foot from Cosmocentro. You'll also find Coliseo El Pueblo and Jaime Aparicio Pan American Sports Park within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Hotel El Alba?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does Hotel El Alba have a casino on the premises?

No, Hotel El Alba doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Hotel El Alba?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Hotel El Alba a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like around-the-clock room service as well as free breakfast and concierge services.

Are there hot tubs at Hotel El Alba?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Hotel El Alba have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Hotel El Alba offers free buffet breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Will Hotel El Alba allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Hotel El Alba.

Are there connecting rooms at Hotel El Alba?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

How far is the airport from Hotel El Alba?

The closest major airport to Hotel El Alba is Alfonso Bonilla Aragon Intl. Airport (CLO), which is 16.6 mi away (40 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Hotel El Alba?

Yes, some guestrooms at Hotel El Alba offer a balcony.

Hotel El Alba Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 18 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fanny

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

eli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Awesome experience

Experience was amazing. Customer service is great breakfast was delicious. Overall great experience, 100% recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great friendly service and nice hotel!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

noelG, atlanta ga

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
es una propiedad con acceso a centro comercial y cerca de zona de hospitales es una propiedad con acceso a cualquier punto de la ciudad
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

4/10 Poor

Disappointed

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Was very disappointed with the air conditioning in the facility, had my 4 month old with us and we rented in the hotel because of this mainly. The electric stoves did not work very well took me 2 hrs for water to start sizzling. The room that was originally given to us had a plumbing issue and once we moved over to another room there were no blankets or towels provided for us. Overall the hotel lacks in the essentials it says it carrier and it is extremely over priced for what is offered.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location (safe and centrally located), clean comfortable, rooms. Value / quality balance. All you need for a hassle free stay. I normally stay in 4 or 5 star hotels but for convenience had to select this one on a short trip. I was not disappointed but instead felt v pleased with my choice. Walking distance from a nice mall where you will find lots of higher end Colombian stores. I will def. Recommend and would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were excellent very friendly and helpful. I would recommend being moderately proficient in Spanish since the staff isn't proficient in English, I'm a novice in Spanish and managed with some sign language and pointing but would have been much easier had i known Spanish.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Diego

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Missing stuff in the room

The place was nice they were missing a hairdryer and a trash can.

10/10 Excellent

Ruben Hugo

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Melvin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Muy amables todos, higiénico, aunque pequeño
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Rossy Carmela

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elena

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excelente, por su ubicación, limpieza, buen trato

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020

2/10 Terrible

Yaimarú

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fue terrible. El baño estaba sucio me querían cobrar unos impuestos por separado en efectivo únicamente y no había control para aire acondicionado por lo que no se podía regular la temperatura
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Normand

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I could not believe how nice Cali is. It is a beautiful city. The hotel- Nice breakfast but if you are from North America, do not order the bacon. It is not too appealing but the rest of the breakfast is good and healthy. with some choose.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019