Axel's take: 8.3/10
A strong practical stopover, with friendly staff and rooms worth choosing carefully. A simple 3-star near Cali’s bus terminal, scored for what it is.
Hotel Avenida 3 Real is a simple 3-star in northern Cali, best suited to bus-terminal stopovers and trips with business nearby. It’s a strong pick for travelers who want clean, air-conditioned accommodation rather than stylish surroundings. Booking.com guests repeatedly praise cleanliness and helpful staff, while recent Tripadvisor and Expedia reviews reinforce the service praise. Breakfast is included and generally well received, though some guests find it basic.
Choose your room carefully: several Booking.com guests describe windowless or enclosed rooms, and one recent guest reports noticeable nighttime traffic noise. There’s no elevator, so stairs matter if you have heavy luggage or limited mobility. The location is practical for transport, but less appealing for sightseeing on foot. We’d skip it if daylight, step-free access or a central tourist setting are priorities.
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Best for: bus-terminal stopovers; budget-conscious business travelers; short stays in northern Cali
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Watch out for: some rooms lack windows; no elevator; possible nighttime traffic noise
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Location: Near the bus terminal; central sights are better reached by taxi than on foot.
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Rooms: Simple and air-conditioned; confirm an exterior window if daylight matters.
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Cleanliness: Generally praised on Booking.com, with occasional exceptions rather than a recurring problem.
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Service: Friendly, helpful staff are the clearest strength across guest-review sites.
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Amenities: Breakfast and Wi-Fi included; the official site also advertises a gym and coworking space.
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Fees and surprises: Expedia lists free parking and a paid airport shuttle; confirm late-arrival arrangements.
Axel's opinion of Hotel Avenida 3 Real, from the hotel's website and recent guest reviews. Sources: Hotel website · Booking.com · Tripadvisor · Expedia. Reviewed Oct 10, 2026.