Gay Medellín Medellín City Guide City Guides > Colombia > Gay Medellín Medellín Casey SiemaskoA transformative, eternally blue-skied city once the beloved home to notorious drug lord Pablo Escobar, Medellín retains a certain grit while also bursting with ever-friendly locals, inspiring nature and a burgeoning art scene. Today as you stroll around Medellin’s bustling streets and shaded parks, there is a tangible feeling of hope and innovation in the air, as well as chic boutiques, fun nightlife and moreish cuisine headed by the beany Baneja Paisa and avocado-sided Aijaco soup. Despite its rough edges and strong police presence, Medellín is one of Latin America’s most progressive cities, embracing diversity in unapologetically Latin style during the Medellín Pride fiesta continuing throughout June. But this is a city that knows how to party all year long, and Medellín nightlife is always a sight to behold. Pop down to El Poblado, the touristy heart of the city, or linger in Lleras for vibrant bars and restaurants amid neat ambience. Wondering what to do in Medellín? Mr Hudson’s ultimate Medellín gay city guide is here to save you. Feel like getting away? Take a trip planned just for you, and let us do all the work. Discover Trip Design Hotels Things to do Things to see Food & Drink Shopping Nightlife Trip Design Where to stay in MedellínFor the discerning gay traveller seeking refined accommodation in Colombia‘s city of eternal spring, Medellín’s luxury hotel scene has evolved magnificently. In the coveted El Poblado district, the Hotel York Luxury Suites presents an exquisite blend of contemporary elegance and Colombian warmth. This sophisticated sanctuary offers expansive suites adorned with sleek furnishings and floor-to-ceiling windows that frame spectacular city views. The rooftop infinity pool, surrounded by plush loungers, provides the perfect vantage point for watching the sun paint the mountains in golden hues whilst sipping handcrafted cocktails.Just moments away, the El Cielo Hotel seamlessly weaves together luxury accommodation with gastronomic excellence. This boutique property, helmed by acclaimed chef Juan Manuel Barrientos, houses 14 meticulously designed suites that celebrate Colombian craftsmanship through locally sourced materials and artisanal details. The hotel’s crown jewel is its Michelin-starred restaurant, where culinary artistry meets scientific innovation in a multi-sensory dining experience that has earned international acclaim. The serene spa, offering treatments incorporating local ingredients and ancient healing traditions, provides a blissful retreat after exploring the city’s vibrant streets.Completing our curated selection is The Click Clack Hotel Medellín, an architectural marvel that has redefined the city’s hospitality landscape. This design-forward property in the heart of El Poblado masterfully balances edgy aesthetics with playful sophistication. Each of the 123 rooms serves as a canvas for contemporary design, featuring bespoke furnishings, statement artwork, and thoughtful technological integrations. The rooftop Apache bar has quickly become a favourite among Medellín’s creative set, where innovative mixology and panoramic city views create an atmosphere of understated glamour. Design enthusiasts will appreciate the hotel’s commitment to showcasing works by emerging Colombian artists throughout its public spaces. El Cielo Hotel El Cielo Hotel, helmed by acclaimed chef Juan Manuel Barrientos, houses 14 meticulously designed suites that celebrate Colombian craftsmanship through locally sourced materials and artisanal detailsThank you for reading Mr Hudson.Subscribe to City Guides or log in to continue reading. Subscribe now Log inSpecial SelectionExclusive Mr Hudson offersOut now from gestaltenMr Hudson Explores Browse the BookExplore more Gay Laos itinerary: the best places to visit in Laos for the most adventurousOft overlooked in favour of the flanking nations of Vietnam and Thailand, Laos benefits from relatively few tourists to maintain a certain rustic magic. Our itinerary starts in the wealthy northern capital of Luang Prabang, pausing at hidden waterfalls, caves and river settlements en route to a series of thousands of tiny islands right on the Mekong. 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