Hotel de la Opera is a historic boutique hotel in La Candelaria, the colonial heart of Bogotá, the capital of Colombia in the department of Cundinamarca. It is also known as La Opera Hotel. The property is housed in colonial buildings dating from the 16th and 19th centuries, so staying here means sleeping inside the old fabric of the city rather than in a modern tower.
Why stay here
The hotel sits next to the Teatro Colón opera house, which gives it a distinctive setting for a visit centred on music and the performing arts. Its boutique scale suits travellers who prefer a smaller, more characterful building to a large chain property.
Around the hotel
La Candelaria is a compact neighbourhood of narrow streets, colonial facades and old churches, and most of what draws visitors to the district is within walking distance. Staying here makes it easy to spend your days on foot and to return in the evening to a quieter area of the old city.
- Architecture: the building itself combines layers from two centuries, visible in its walls and courtyards.
- Music: the adjacent opera house is the obvious draw for anyone interested in performances.
- Neighbourhood: La Candelaria's historic streets are best explored slowly, on foot.
Is it for you?
Hotel de la Opera suits visitors who want a historic, intimate base in central Bogotá and an easy connection to the opera house. If you prefer modern facilities and a large-hotel setting, you may find it more atmospheric than convenient in the way newer properties are. Check current details directly with the hotel before you travel.