Reviews of Trip Monkey Chapinero

Location!

Bathroom was always wet: there wasn’t curtains for the shower

The staff is friendly, beds are wide, lockers on top of bed

To be honest I don’t know how people can rate this place so good or to which standards they’re used to. It’s true that is a cheap hostel but The rooms are not equipped with keys, so anyone can enter, which I found super unsafe. It seems that is a hostel for weed smokers, which is totally fine, but I think it should be stated much better so that people who are not into this can look for other options. The toilets were pretty dirty. The tables in the common areas were full of leftovers from food from other people. My room and bed were literally next to the windows, which are not well isolated and therefore it was really noisy (you can solve with earplugs) but also quite cold because of the cold entering from the windows. Also the surroundings, I mean saying it’s great is exaggerating. Nothing to visit is close so you need to take taxi/ public transport. I was in la candelaria before and I found both the other hostel and the area much safer and better. I would definitely not recommend this place to anyone. I thought about leaving as soon as I started to feel this vibe, but then since it was just for one night I thought I could risk it.

Good location in Chapinero, nice places around to eat and cheap ubers to various attractions and hot spots. The dorm beds were nice and big/wide, with 2 pillows, a privacy curtain, lamp and a locker by the bed. Kitchen area was fine, nice for it to be semi-outside, and it had plenty of utensils. Good that there is a restaurant onside for breakfast, and an outdoor area to chill. Good wifi and shower

Only issues were the tap in the dorm bathroom didn't really work - it was just a dribble. Also I was in the ground floor dorm which was at times quite loud due to (inconsiderate) guests late at night and early morning, so bring ear plugs

Extremely friendly and helpful staff. Very comfortable beds.

It is nicely located and have good eating places nearby. The staff is nice and helpful but they do not allow beers from outside. I stayed in 4 bed dormitory, bed and bathroom were clean. Nice common kitchen for cooking.

Beers from outside are not allowed

The best thing about this hostel is its convenient location, close to everything in Chapinero and easy to get to/from nearly anywhere using TransMilenio. The next best thing about this hostel are the extra large, comfy beds with good curtains, and a lamp, locker inside, so you have a nice capsule experience for sleeping. There is a basic outdoor kitchen available for guests, with a fridge for food storage, and supermarkets very close nearby.

Many of the lockers have twisted or broken latches, and this seems so easy to fix, but they don't. Your bed may have a locker you can't actually lock.. The shower rooms have soap, shampoo and conditioner dispensers but this soap is so watered down it is unusable. Does not make suds and drips right out of your fingers. Useless. The staff are not very quiet in the morning when many guests would still be sleeping, with lots of loud talking, repetitive cell phone noises/alerts. This depends a lot on which room you get. Staff also don't tend to stop rude guests from smoking next to the kitchen/dorm room windows, or watching TV at high volume in the common area. This could be a very, very nice hostel with a little more basic maintenance and empathy from the staff.

nice regular staff (not boss), great showers, big beds, no real indoors so usually cold, mehhh kitchen, decent location

My first bad review I’ve left for a place… To trip monkey higher ups & fellow Travellers TLDR - manager attacks & acuses me of something I didn’t do - doesn’t apologize - bans me from location & before that other staff lies to my face about rules that don’t exist - won’t tell me real reason till it becomes apparent from boss starting arguments when he’s 100% wrong & doesn’t apologize after being shown - The thing he thought I did: someone w the same name left a less than perfect review - HE BANNED SOMEONE FOR LEAVING A REVIEW HE DIDNT LIKE THEN TRIED TO ATTACKED THAT PERSON WHEN THEY CAME TO USE THE BATHROOM CAUSE ITS NEXT TO THE OUTDOOR GYM NEARBY - Likely say I was banned for some other reason cause a friend I’m telling this story to knows shitty hostel bosses do this as their go to move for reviews…what a sleeze ball - Actual hostel review: nice regular staff (not boss), great showers, big beds, no real indoors so usually cold, mehhh kitchen, decent location You look at my reviews and history it’s only positive or for promotions like a free towel, first time in my life I’m leaving a bad one in 3+ years full time travel To fellow travelers: if you need a cheap place this is enough, if you feel like joining solidarity against shit bosses go to hostel Macondo down the road, much better in person & vibe, beds are smaller & shower isn’t as good but it’s hot and the vibe makes up for the kind of stuff trip monkey pulls. Plus we’re having family dinners, getting lots of work done in the cafe area (which is all I tried to do at trip monkey btw, just work & literally not bother anybody and they still kick me out) and a much safer area of Chapinero To trip monkey higher ups: I hope all your other bosses don’t behave like that man.

The hostel is nice, the beds are bigger than a twin bed and the curtains and private lockers are a plus.

I was made to sleep on a top bunk even tho my room remained empty for 2/3 of the nights out I stayed there. The WiFi didn’t work for the entirety of my stay and some other travelers mentioned they are regular visitors of the hostel and this has always been a problem.

Nice facilities, double beds, hot showers, decent location

Terrible, terrible staff. Super unfriendly, I have had multiple friends make reservations only for the staff to tell them that the system didn’t register them. My friends ended up having to find another place to stay in the middle of the night. They insist on fixing the system, but it has happened multiple times over the past few months. Also, if you bring alcohol into the property, they will CONFISCATE IT. I would not recommend staying here.

Great patio to hang out, privacy with curtains in rooms, enough bathrooms.

The light was not working in our bathroom. Everything else I found great.

Great value for money and helpful staff. Also plenty of amenities. Bed was nice, big and comfortable. The area is great for parties and bars.

They don't like to take payment by card and will surcharge you. Even if it is not much, it is something I don't like. English of staff could be improved a bit. Not many touristic activities you can do in the area.

very clean, good location, good price

I had the pleasure of interacting with the staff during my stay at Trip Monkey Chapinero, where they consistently demonstrated exceptional kindness, helpfulness, and understanding. During a particularly challenging time, they went above and beyond their duties to provide support and assistance, showing remarkable empathy and respect. Their ability to handle difficult situations with grace and professionalism was truly impressive, and their dedication to ensuring guests feel welcome and cared for is commendable. Sebastian is not only an asset to the hostel but also a shining example of excellent customer service and compassion. I highly recommend Sebastian for any role requiring kindness, understanding, and a commitment to delivering exceptional service.

Almost everything

2 bathrooms for entire hostel is not enough, spend some time waiting