Elcielo Hotel & Restaurant
Modern Colombian luxury — design-forward, food-obsessed, intimate. Think travertine bathrooms, dark hardwood panels, and living walls. The place feels like a gallery that also happens to serve one of the best tasting menus in South America.
Book the fine dining tasting menu well in advance via WhatsApp at +57 320 681 4821 — this is the flagship experience and the reason most guests are here.
Why It Matters
The first Michelin Key hotel in Medellín (2025). Three on-site restaurants run by Colombia's most internationally recognized chef, including a 17-18 course multisensory tasting menu that draws diners from across the world. The building's architecture — articulated metal screens, soaring atrium garden — is genuinely unlike anything else in the city.
Elcielo Hotel is a 28-suite boutique property in El Poblado's Astorga enclave, built around the culinary world of Michelin-starred chef Juan Manuel Barrientos. The building stops you in the street: full-height windows behind articulated metal screens, and inside, a verdant atrium garden anchors everything. In 2025 it became the first hotel in Medellín to receive a Michelin Key — and that recognition is well earned.
Where You'll Stay
4 room types available
Junior Suite
At 29m², this is a tight but well-appointed space. The Italian-style bathtub is the standout feature — it sits prominently in the room, which not everyone loves, but it makes for a genuinely indulgent soak. Marble floors, wood veneer walls, armchair, work desk, and Egyptian cotton linens.
King · 29 sqm
Luxury Suite
The sweet spot for couples. At 36m², it has the Italian-style bathtub, a proper lounge area with two armchairs and a side table, and all the signature finishes — marble, wood veneer, Egyptian cotton. Optional extra bed if needed. Parking is external and subject to availability.
King · 36 sqm
Presidential Suite
The big one. 65m² for up to four people — two bathrooms, a luxury jacuzzi, a bar, and a full lounge area. Marble floors, wood veneer walls, designer faucets, a large closet with double sink. Parking is included here. This is the only room category with a jacuzzi; all the standard suite finishes carry over, but everything is turned up.
King · 65 sqm
Standard Suite
Entry point into Elcielo's world. King-size bed with Egyptian cotton linens, marble floors, wood veneer walls, designer faucets, and a work desk. Automated lighting and blackout curtains throughout. No in-room bathtub at this level — that's the Junior Suite and up.
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Eat & Drink
3 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
The 17-18 course multisensory tasting menu by Chef Juan Manuel Barrientos. Lasts 2–3 hours. Includes the signature ChocoTherapy course (a chocolate hand treatment at the table) and a coffee plantation experience at the end. COP 700,000 per person. Wine pairing available as an add-on.
Private in-room massage services available for guests staying in the Junior Suite, Luxury Suite, and Presidential Suite. Add-on service at additional cost — coordinate with the concierge.
The hotel offers private transfers to/from José María Córdova International Airport (MDE) and Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH), plus city transportation. Fleet includes luxury cars, armored vehicles, vans, and bilingual drivers. Must be booked at least 24 hours in advance via +57 302 264 74 06.
The concierge arranges private guided tours of Medellín tailored to guests — typically covering El Poblado, Parque Lleras, the Provenza strip, and options to visit Comuna 13, the Museum of Antioquia, and Plaza Botero. Bilingual guides available. Must be booked in advance through the Experiences line at +57 302 264 74 06.
The top floor features an outdoor pool and gym area with 360° views of the Medellín skyline. Sun terrace with loungers. The rooftop bar is located here, though note that it reportedly operates limited hours and may be closed on weekdays.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Located on the same level as the rooftop pool. Note: reportedly operates limited hours and may not be open on weekdays — confirm with the hotel before planning around it.
24-hour business center available for corporate travelers.
The building is oriented around a dramatic verdant atrium garden with living walls. A striking interior design element noted by virtually every reviewer and the Michelin Guide.
An espresso bar in the lobby — included for guests. Noted specifically by reviewers as a welcome perk.
Continental or à la carte breakfast served daily (6:00 AM–11:00 AM). Included in some packages; may be a surcharge depending on room rate booked.
The hotel offers bespoke event planning for corporate events, private celebrations, and social gatherings. Versatile venues with attentive event staff.
On the same level as the rooftop pool, with views of the pool deck. Fitness classes are offered. Note that some guests mention it is on the smaller side.
Outdoor swimming pool on the top floor with 360° views of the Medellín city skyline. Sun terrace with loungers. Described as a 'wellness pool' by the hotel.
Laundry and dry cleaning coordinated through the Housekeeping Department. Additional cost applies.
Full concierge service in the lobby available 24/7. Handles tour bookings, spa reservations, restaurant reservations, and transportation requests.
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