El Castillo Travel Guide
Medellín
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Popular places to visit
Poblado Park
After visiting Poblado Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Medellín. Visit the shops and lively bars in this walkable area.
Santafé Mall
During your visit to Medellín, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Santafé Mall. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this walkable area.
Plaza Mayor Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Plaza Mayor Convention Center during your trip to Medellín. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its lively bars.
Pueblito Paisa
Take a trip back in time to a replica of a typical old town from the region with a stunning view of the new city.
Botero Plaza
Walk among comically obese statues made by the illustrious artist Fernando Botero in this spacious plaza full of artisans and restaurants.
Arvi Park
You can take time to visit Arvi Park during your travels to Medellín. Visit the shops and lively bars in this trendy area.
Things to do
Day tour to Guatapé +Rock del Peñol: Breakfast, Lunch and Boat.
Pablo Escobar Tour : Museum, History and Beer
PREMIUM Guatapé Tour: Rock, Luxury boat ride, Meals & Llamas
Tour to Guatape, Piedra del Peñol, lunch, snacks boat trip
Medellin: City Bike Tour with Colombian Drinks and Snacks
Medellín: Comuna 13 District Tour with Cable Car Ride
Top hotels in El Castillo
Hotel BH El Poblado
"Had a really nice stay at hotel, friendly staff. Clean and quiet, Recommend"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Estelar Square
"Friendly staff, clean room and easy to get around."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Calle Flora Hotel by Jalo
"Room was clean and nice, planning on going back very soon"
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Heiss Hotel By Jalo
"The friendliness of the staff, I been here 2 time love the place, very clean, great breakfast is really a nice place and the view from the rooftop just beautiful. I am definitely coming back again."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Hashtag 98 Hotel By Jalo
"Excelente"
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
The Click Clack Hotel Medellin
"The hallways were very dark and it was hard to find my room the first night. The staff is very rigid. The coffee in the kitchen was the worst coffee ever had in Colombia. The food was average and was not cooked as requested. The background music was too loud. Unfortunately, this is not a place I ..."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around El Castillo
La Aguacatala
While La Aguacatala may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Oviedo Shopping Center and Santafé Mall.
Alejandria
While visiting Alejandria, you might make a stop by sights like Golden Mile and La Strada Mall.
El Poblado
El Poblado is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Golden Mile and Oviedo Shopping Center. See more of Medellín by jumping on the metro at Poblado Station or Aguacatala Station.
Los Naranjos
While Los Naranjos isn't home to many top sights, El Tesoro Shopping Park and Golden Mile are some notable places to visit nearby.
La Florida
While La Florida may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Golden Mile and El Tesoro Shopping Park.
Patio Bonito
Even though there aren't top sights in Patio Bonito, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like Golden Mile. Jump on the metro at Poblado Station to see more of the city.
