I went to Medellin for 11 days the first 4 of which I spent with John. I stayed in two other apartments as well. I was treated extremely well by everyone but of all people I met in Medellin John was the most knowledgeable hands down. He gave me the best crash course in Medellin I could have possibly hoped for and personally took me out on errands that I would not have been able to complete myself. John also took me to the orthodontist he used for his own teeth whitening and my quote to get my teeth completely whitened as well as having the gap between my two big front teeth filled in was only $475 USD. Since my stay was short I'll have to return to Medellin in a month to have the procedure completed but at this price its definitely worth it.

said jackMAJ 3 months 30 days ago

Great experience. The apartment is situated in a good, accessible location with some spectacular views of the city especially at night. My buddies and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay and John is the consummate host.

said coffeeman65 7 months 9 days ago

Desde el primer dia que llegas te das cuenta de la atención que su director, John, presta a todos esos pequeños detalles que hacen que tu estancia sea lo mas agradable posible. Las habitaciones siempre estan limpias y en orden, el cafe por las mañanas siempre a punto, puedes utilizar internet, y cuando sales a la calle te das cuenta de que te encuentras alojado en una de las zonas de Medellin más emblematicas y con todo tipo de servicios en sus alrededores, buenos restaurantes, supermercados, bancos....Pero sobre todo, veras en John a un amigo que te presenta todo tipo de gente con los que rapidamente estableceras unos lazos de amistad para toda la vida, y, ademas muchas chicas guapas y simpaticas dispuestas a hacer que tu experiencia en esta bella ciudad sea inolvidable

said deltaser62 10 months 9 days ago

Another great time in Laureles. I stayed at Johns place the entire time except for one day. I had rented a place in El Poblado and in less than a day I returned to Johns place. Laureles is the perfect area in Medellin to stay or I think even to live. The view from johns is great, as my desktop background is a photo taken from his apartment. The only thing bad about going there is the day that you leave because it is depressing knowledge that you have to come back to the states. I returned to U.S. on Dec 30 and I am planning my next trip for returning.

said Gteeth69 11 months 27 days ago

I was only going to stay in Medellin for 4 days,well it ended up being 8 days. I was suppose to fly to Bogota to visit family but never made it. I made new friends which made it feel like family. John you are a great host, you really make your guest feel welcomed. What a great little bar around the corner from the apartment "alicate" the women that walk in there Wow! Well, until next time As they say in Medellin "I gotta Go!!! (inside joke ask John)

said lagut60 2008.12.16 at 17:47:08 PST

I am currently on my third visit in 2008 to Medellin Colombia. I have stayed at Medellin Rental Penthouse twice. I highly recommend staying here versus any other place. The price is reasonable and the location of Laureles is ideal. There are many great places within walking distances such as Crepes y Waffles and El Corral. The owner of the property turned me on to a domestic brewing place called Alicante! I cant say anything more. You all just need to come down and visit Medellin! To the owner, we had another wild Friday and Saturday evening.

said SkyManagerNY 2008.10.19 at 10:24:26 PDT

All I can say is that this place is the best!! I traveled to Medellin for the "Fiesta De Las Flores", with my entire family, which consists of 3 sisters, 3 nephews, 3 neices, my brother in-law, my partner and son, and we couldn't have gotten luckier, than to have found John's Penthouse. He gave me a great deal for me to stay with my whole family their for two weeks, and all of us were quite pleased with "Beatriz", his maid, who made breakfast for us everyday, and washed all of our clothes on a daily basis. After having gone to John's, make no mistake that I will never stay at a hotel in Medellin again. I will most certainly stay at John's, and as far as doing business with him, you have absolutely nothing to worry about. I put down a $1,000.00 security deposit, and I already had it in my bank account when I returned to the states. Thanks John for providing me and my family, a great place to stay at and wonderful memories of your beautiful penthouse!! Jaime P

said JaimePuerta 2008.09.03 at 18:10:27 PDT

I found this place through an add on Craigslist and let me tell you 100 times better than staying at a hotel...hands down. I flew to Medellin June 6th and John had a cab waiting at the airport with a sign with my name on it. Upon arrival to the penthouse I was surprised to find everything I was told and more.... John who I had only known over short telephone conversations greeted me and showed me around the place. I immediately felt at home. Much better than a hotel at half the price...I even had access to the living/dining areas as well as the kitchen. You can't beat it. John was very helpful in helping me get out and sightsee or whatever it was I felt like doing throughout my stay. My room was cleaned daily and breakfast was served every morning even if I got up a little late. If your planning to go to Medellin this is the place to stay. I am positive you wont regret it.

said ecogringo 2008.08.14 at 14:30:32 PDT

Visited John in June and had a great time, paid rent in advance with no problem. The apartment is beautiful, much better than any hotel and John is the perfect host always helpful with any request. (paisademedellin must be refering to someone else). I will be visiting again in September and would gladly refer anyone visiting Medellin to stay with John.

said Lovemonger 2008.08.13 at 18:29:40 PDT

I was in Medellin July 24 thru 29 this year. I did prepay John for my stay at his penthouse in Medellin and there was no problems at all. I even had the master suite. John was very courteous and helpful, for anything that I could question about Medellin, which by the way is a wonderful place and I would consider living there in the near future. The penthouse is as nice as the photos if not better. This place makes you feel at home in Medellin and it is in a very nice neighborhood. Medellin and Johns penthouse, what else could you want for. I have no problem paying in advance to John, actually it makes it easier to budget if you have one. Hey John, I will be returning in October and December.

said Gteeth69 2008.08.11 at 11:53:24 PDT

.....just finished renting an apartment from john and figured i would give you future renters some feedback. this is the second time i have rented from him and would return in a heartbeat without hesitation. found the hospitality and the surroundings to be above average, with the emphasis on hospitality. the fact that he spoke both languages was extremely helpful in making me feel at home, as my spanish is limited, and i also found that any of my dealings with him to be sincere and honest. to whomever wrote the negative comment all i can say is you must have the wrong website......chao.

said lawnman8759 2008.08.11 at 11:44:10 PDT