How to Find Cheap Hotels in Barranquilla, Colombia. Barranquilla, the fourth-largest city in Colombia and a seaport town, is on the Magdalena River delta. Spanish conquistadores and miners alike traveled to Barranquilla in search of the mythical El Dorado. Although the promise of gold and emeralds is a legend, its mystery still makes Barranquilla appealing to dreamers.
Call the Tourism Promotion Fund of Colombia to make your reservations at 011 (+57) 1 212 63 15 or visit their Web site (see the Resources section below).
Seek out the bargains. Many travel Web sites can connect you with reviewed, cheap accommodations for as little as $8 per night.
Cut a deal with a landowner and camp outside of his or her home. Safer than pitching a tent in a public area, this cheap accommodations method is the best deal around.
Enjoy the luxury accommodations offered by the downtown, modern hotels. Prices range from $75 to $300 dollars per night.
Fly through the Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport. Many local carriers fly through here, making it your best bet for a cheap rate.
Break the law in a "moto taxi" for about 50 cents a ride. This increasingly popular form of travel is cheap but illegal, so ride with caution.
Find inspiration at La Cueva, former hangout of the Nobel Prize winner Gabriel García Márquez. This writer was a regular at the funky bar.
Experience the local flavors. Colombian specialties range from bandeja paisa (ground beef, sausage, beans, rice, plantain and avocado) to mondongo (tripe soup).
Party with the locals at Carnaval de Barranquilla. Said to rival the Rio carnival, this festival is worth planning your trip around.
Time your visit with the weather. Barranquilla is comfortable from December to April, when they experience cooling trade winds. April through November tends to be hot and rainy, with flooding due to poor drain systems.
