Hotel Marquee Medellín

My boyfriend and I had the pleasure of doing the coffee experience with Javier at the Marquee Hotel, and it was an absolute highlight of our trip. Javier's passion and knowledge for coffee are immediately apparent, and he creates an atmosphere that is both educational and incredibly enjoyable. The session starts with a sensory exploration of fresh coffee beans. Javier meticulously prepares several samples in identical cups, allowing you to compare the unique characteristics and subtle nuances of each before any water is even added. Once hot water is poured over the grounds, the room fills with the most amazing aromas, and he guides you in identifying the different notes that emerge. The tasting portion was our favorite part. Javier teaches you the professional tasting method, which involves a loud slurp to ensure the coffee coats your entire palate. This allows you to fully appreciate the coffee's body, acidity, sweetness, and distinct flavor notes, which can range from fruity and floral to rich and chocolatey. Javier was so attentive throughout the entire experience, making sure we both understood the concepts and left feeling well-educated without it ever being overwhelming. It was a fascinating and super enjoyable experience from start to finish. We highly recommend this to anyone, from coffee novices to seasoned enthusiasts!

We didn’t stay here but the hotel seemed nice. We did the coffee cupping experience with Javier and it was so fun and interesting. Javier is super friendly (great English) and has amazing coffee knowledge. He taught us about the coffee process, we tasted different coffee & Javier guided us through our own personal taste and preference. 100% recommend!

A Wonderful Stay in the Heart of Medellín! We had a fantastic experience at this hotel, perfectly located in the heart of Medellín. While it’s situated on a lively party street, the hotel offered a great balance—right in the middle of the action, yet still felt safe and comfortable. One of the things we appreciated most was how flexible and understanding the staff were with booking arrangements. Knowing the area can get quite lively at night, they gave us the option to only commit to the first night and then decide if we wanted to continue our stay—no pressure, just genuine hospitality. In the end, we chose to stay, and we’re so glad we did. The rooms were beautifully designed, very clean, and came with thoughtful touches like complimentary water. The breakfast each morning was delicious, with a great variety of fresh options to start the day right. What really made our stay special, though, was the staff—especially José and Natalia at the front desk. They were incredibly kind, always available, and went above and beyond to ensure we had everything we needed to make the most of our time in Medellín. Their local knowledge and warm attitude made all the difference. We felt very safe, well taken care of, and genuinely welcomed. Highly recommended for anyone looking to enjoy Medellín with both comfort and convenience!