Faranda Collection Cali, a member of Radisson Individuals

The staff were amazing. Alexander checked us in, gave us the special rate of COP 270,400 and took all of our heavy luggage to our penthouse room 708 with a balcony which has a panorama view of downtown Cali. The bed was the most comfortable I’ve ever slept in and my wife commented on the quality shampoo and conditioner. The breakfasts were amazing cooked to order omelettes perfectly done and a dazzling array of other condiments hot and cold. Mauricio, the hotel manager, offered us maps of downtown Cali with the walking tours, cultural points of interest and tourist highlights- all with 10 minutes walk. You are in the epicentre of the city- better location than the Intercontinental hotel. The Faranda is only 5 years old and has a Turkish bath and two jacuzzi’s on the rooftop with city panorama views. Juan, the day reception gave us welcome drink vouchers. The area is protected by teams of private security paid for by the Alcalderia/Mayor of Cali so everyone is more than safe. Heat value, top location ( only 4 blocks from Calle de Sabor from where the live street salsa happens). We return to the hotel 5-7 July.The architecture of the hotel is indoor/ outdoor- not the traditional hallways. Simply amazing stay for $69US a night in this 50 room hotel.

Location was perfect and my balcony with a view of the river was fantastic at night. My room was amazing and absolutely comfortable. Omg the bed was just as comfortable as my own bed at home which I’m very picky about. One night I forgot my key and didn’t know until I got all the way to my room and a wonderful staff went all the way downstairs and told me to wait and he went to go retrieve my key for me so I wouldn’t have to do and I could just wait on my floor. Front desk staff was so nice and always helpful.

Hotel's restaurant was pretty decent with good food comparing the restaurants around the hotel, room small with No window but it was clean and quiet which is the most important for me.

The location is in Centro and is central to everything. Taking a stroll or run along the river is very convenient. The breakfast is the best. The wi-if is reliable and fast. The terrace is also very good for social enjoyment on the weekends.

Outstanding quality. I didn't expect so much before I checked in here, but when I entered to my room, it was so great. Suitable size for solo traveler, comfortable bed and nice balcony view as well. Room is located beside of Boulevard, and I was stayed in the period of the Festival of Lights, so until 10~11pm it was quite noisy but bearable. When all crowds were gone, I could enjoy tranquility of night street and night view of mountain. Wifi was very stable, temperature was good. Bathroom was also good, basic amenity is equipped, but there was no hairdryer (You can ask to rent it from reception desk). Well.. I don't have any complaints for this hotel and room. I enjoyed enough.