Modern rooftop pool with two curved waterfalls, lounge chairs, and umbrellas overlooking a cityscape at dusk with mountains in the background.

El Cielo

In the heart of Medellín, Colombia's vibrant capital of energy, El Cielo awaits you - an urban oasis of soft light, fine materials and deeply rooted local identity. A five-story vertical garden runs through the entire building up to the glass-bottomed rooftop pool, from where you look out over the rooftops of the city. In 2025, El Cielo became the first boutique hotel in Medellín to be awarded a MICHELIN Key - recognition for its architecture, service and close ties to the cuisine of star chef Juan Manuel Barrientos. Architecture, joie de vivre and culture are all tangible here - a place where you feel at home from the very first moment.

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Details

  • Country

    Colombia

  • Location

    Medellín

  • Price

    upon request

  • Best travel time

    July - August & December - March

Suites

28 rooms are spread across four categories - from the Standard Suite to the Presidential Suite. Warm wood, fine marble and Egyptian cotton linens create an atmosphere that blends comfort with Colombian design. In the 65-square-meter Presidential Suite, a private bar and your own hot tub await - a retreat with a view.

A cozy hotel suite bedroom featuring a large bed with white linens, a wooden accent wall with ambient lighting, a nightstand with a lamp, and a seating area near sheer white curtains.
Modern bathroom with a large white bathtub next to a wooden accent wall, a beige armchair, round table with a vase of peach roses, and a large window with sheer curtains letting natural light in.
Upward view of a modern building with illuminated windows and decorative string lights, partially obscured by tall palm trees under a cloudy blue sky.
Tall indoor green wall in a modern hotel lobby with 'el cielo' sign and lights highlighting the plants and signage.

Cuisine

El Cielo's kitchen carries the signature of Juan Manuel Barrientos, whose sister restaurants in Washington D.C. and Miami each hold their own Michelin star. At the hotel's own Elcielo Restaurant, a multi-course tasting menu takes you on a sensory journey through the regions of Colombia, while the Italian-inspired La Sere by Juanma and the rooftop terrace La Sirena offer a more relaxed note at sunset with DJ sound. In total, three culinary concepts and several bars await you here, blending traditional recipes with surprising, sensory techniques.

Dimly lit restaurant interior with multiple tables occupied by diners, warm ambient lighting creating a cozy atmosphere.
A gourmet dessert on a textured beige plate featuring a scoop of ice cream, caramel sauce drizzled in a spiral, crunchy cereal clusters, and a smooth yellow cream on a wooden table.
Modern indoor spiral staircase enclosed by curved glass walls with plants and ambient warm lighting in a sophisticated living space.
Creamy soup being poured from a jug into a ceramic bowl containing garnishes and herbs on a wooden surface.

Activities

In the midst of Medellín's bustle, El Cielo invites you to catch your breath: at the Elcielo Spa, opened in 2025, treatments such as the cacao ritual combine with traditional Colombian techniques for sensory massage and beauty experiences, complemented by a hot tub and steam room on the rooftop terrace. In the rooftop pool overlooking the city you'll find refreshment, at the pool bar you can enjoy a cocktail at sunset, and the spacious gym keeps you active while on the road.

Rows of white cushioned lounge chairs with small wooden tables and umbrellas next to a rooftop hot tub illuminated in warm evening light in an urban setting.
View over a cityscape with clusters of high-rise buildings surrounded by greenery and hills in the background under a clear sky.
Modern rooftop pool with two curved water fountains, lounge chairs, and umbrellas overlooking a cityscape with mountains in the background at dusk.
A schoolgirl wearing a backpack and uniform walking up a graffiti-covered stairway in a narrow alley between colorful buildings.

Location

El Cielo is located right in the heart of Medellín, just a few minutes from the airport. Top restaurants, the Centro Comercial Monterrey shopping center, and museums such as El Castillo or the Museum of Modern Art all line up around the hotel - culture and indulgence are quite literally on your doorstep.

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