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Hotel Benidorm
The perfect itinerary to experience 48 hours from the heart of the city
If you only have two days to discover its charm, the key is not to rush, but to choose the right place to stay so logistics become your ally, not your enemy. Under the #EasyHotel concept, Hotel Benidorm becomes your ideal base of operations: a strategic location that keeps you close to everything, saving travel time and maximizing every minute of your adventure.
Day 1: Balcony of Sunsets
Morning
Your experience begins with the aroma of freshly brewed coffee. If you are a member of our Loyalty Club BND, you already know breakfast is included, so fuel up with a hearty breakfast and fresh fruit before heading out.
Our first stop is the Historic Center. Just minutes from the hotel, you?ll find Plaza de Bolívar, the political and civic heart of the city. Here stands the majestic Cathedral Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary. At 113 meters tall, it is the tallest cathedral in Colombia and a masterpiece of neo-Gothic architecture.
Must-do: Don?t just admire it from the outside. Book the Corredor Polaco tour. You?ll climb spiral staircases to the central tower, where you?ll enjoy a breathtaking 360-degree view of the city. From above, Manizales? rooftops resemble a giant chessboard surrounded by green hills.
Lunch: Flavors with history
For lunch, we recommend exploring the downtown area. Manizales offers a growing culinary scene that blends mountain traditions with international techniques. Don?t miss a traditional bean casserole, or if you prefer something lighter, visit one of the specialty coffee shops along Carrera 23, where coffee craftsmanship is taken seriously.
Afternoon: The sky?s spectacle in Chipre
After lunch, head to the Chipre neighborhood. It is, without question, the city?s most famous natural viewpoint.
If you?re traveling with children, Chipre Park is ideal. And if you prefer quiet contemplation, simply sit along one of the scenic walls with a wafer dessert or ice cream and enjoy the atmosphere.
The magical moment: Sunsets in Chipre are legendary. As the sun sets over the Risaralda Valley, the sky transforms into shades of orange, purple, and red that look hand-painted. This is where you?ll understand why Manizales is known as the City of Clouds.
Day 2: Nature, hot springs, and coffee
Morning: The green lung of the city
Manizales is green everywhere you look. For your second day, we suggest visiting Bosque Popular El Prado. It is a vast, free public park located very close to La Nubia Airport, making it easily accessible from Hotel Benidorm.
It?s the perfect place to walk along nature trails, observe local birds, and breathe the pure air at 2,150 meters above sea level. If you prefer a more educational experience, the Recinto del Pensamiento is another excellent option, featuring orchid trails, a hummingbird observatory, and a cloud forest.
Lunch: A feast for the senses
Back in the urban area, visit the Cable and Milán districts. This is the city?s most modern and vibrant area, where you?ll find a concentration of the region?s best restaurants. From premium steak cuts to sophisticated vegetarian options, this sector reflects the cosmopolitan side of Manizales.
Afternoon: The gods? relaxation
You can?t leave Manizales without visiting its hot springs. Thanks to the activity of the Nevado del Ruiz volcano, the region is rich in mineral-filled thermal waters with therapeutic properties.
There are several options, such as Termales del Otoño or Tierra Viva, just minutes from the city. Soaking in warm pools while the mountain air cools the afternoon is the ultimate definition of relaxation. It?s the perfect ending to an unforgettable trip.
Why choose the #EasyHotel model for this trip?
The difference between an exhausting trip and a pleasant one lies in logistics. At Hotel Benidorm, we have designed an experience so smart travelers don?t have to worry about the boring details:
Pro location: We are strategically located so moving to the historic center or the Cable district is fast and affordable.
Guaranteed transportation: If you arrive or depart from La Nubia Airport, our transportation is free.
Loyalty Club: Join our benefits club and enjoy exclusive discounts to enhance your travel experience.
Real savings: By booking directly on our website, you secure the best price and exclusive benefits that large booking platforms don?t offer.
Manizales is waiting for you
Forty-eight hours are enough to fall in love with Manizales, but not enough to fully discover it. The city always has a new viewpoint, a new café, or a hidden corner waiting among its steep streets.
Whether you?re drawn by the Manizales Fair in January, the International Theater Festival, or simply the pleasure of seeing the Nevado from your window, Hotel Benidorm is ready to make your stay, simply, easy.
Ready for your next getaway? Join the Loyalty Club BND today, get an instant 10% discount, and let us take care of the logistics while you focus on collecting sunsets.
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