Stay Awhile

About Us

Colombia is consistently ranked as one of the best countries in the world for Retirees, Vacationers and Digital Nomads due to its low cost of living, high quality of life, No 1 healthcare in Latin America, perfect year round climate, amazing variety of things to do and places to see, and its warm and friendly people.

Extended Stay Colombia is designed for people who have never been to Colombia  to make it easy and low cost to Get to Know Colombia.

Millions of seniors and veterans are struggling to get by in the US. Our mission is to show you how you can live BIG in Colombia on just your Social Security.

"When it comes to bang for your buck, it's hard to beat friendly, polite Colombia, where the lifestyle is sophisticated, yet the cost of living is remarkably low," Jennifer Stevens, International Living's executive editor, told Travel + Leisure.

Check out our ESC Tour Guide for the Best in each City.

You don't need guides or to pay anyone. CLICK on the restaurant, shopping center or places name or image to go to their website or instagram.

We give you the address which you can give to the Taxi or Uber driver or use WAZE.

We also give you the phone number usually with + 57 first....what does that mean ? Use this with WhatsApp...to connect directly for FREE.

Our Furnished Apartments

Our partner, Travelers, with over 350 apartments, is the largest chain of furnished apartments in Colombia and has been providing excellent service for over 30 years. Travelers has aparta-hotel complexes in Bogota, Medellin, Cali, Cartagena and Santa Marta allowing you to have an Endless Vacation exploring Colombia.

In addition, we partner with trusted hosts in Manizales, Santa Marta and other markets. Our Book Direct and Save strategy eliminates Airbnb and other on-line travel agencies saving you 10 to 15 %.

Our rates for 30 nights for two adults range from $1,000 to $1,450 per month, inclusive of all utilities, weekly cleaning, linens, bathroom toiletries, complimentary WiFi, cable TV, 24/7 reception, gym and spa facilities.

While you can stay for months if you wish, our apart-hotels are meant more as a 30 day ¨Get to Know Colombia¨ home base not a permanent solution.

If you wish to stay longer, our team of real estate experts have many excellent options to fit all budgets. Newer two and three bedroom apartments range from $500 to $1,200 per month furnished including all utilities and cable.

ESC Helpful Hint: Colombia has thousands of furnished rentals. We can help you get a great deal on a monthly or long-term rental directly with the owner eliminating the on-line travel agencies.

Our Apartments - Book Direct and Save !

Booking is hassle-free with WhatsApp reservation numbers for each apartment complex making international booking convenient and free of charge. Talk with a real person !

If you don't have WhatsApp download it HERE for FREE.

+57 312 866 9725

+57 312 866 9725

+57 313 559 3676

+57 310 282 8878

Obelisco (Bogota)

+57 310 282 8878

+57 310 282 8878

+57 310 282 8878

From  $38 USD  per night

+57 310 423 5260

From  $38 USD  per night

+57 310 423 5260

From  $38 USD  per night

+57 310 423 5260

6 months 4 mil, 1 year 3.8 mil

+57 302 835 2280

ESC Helpful Hint: Our trusted affiliates can save you thousands on healthcare. See Living Big in Colombia for more cost savings ideas.

Our Other Services and Affiliates

Additionally, we have established partnerships with highly reputable affiliates offering Extended Stay Colombia exclusive discounts: 

  • sightseeing tours,
  • house hunting assistance with our partner Century 21 and other top professionals
  • relocation and visa specialists and international law firms
  • medical procedures such as bariatric surgery or dental treatments. The savings on dental procedures alone could cover the entire cost of your trip.

Consult your personal financial advisors and healthcare providers before making any decisions.

Sight Seeing

House Hunting

Bariatric Surgery

Dental

 

 

Extended Stay Lifestyles

 

Thanks to Airbnb and others like them combined with the dramatic lifestyle changes brought on by the Pandemia, we now have the option to rent lovely furnished apartments, townhouses and single family homes all over the world safely and securely.

However the number of these types of rentals is overwhelming for many especially if you have never been to a foreign country and do not speak the language. There are over 15,000 Airbnb's in Medellin alone.

With our program, you can spend a month or so getting to know Colombia and looking around. Then rent or maybe buy after you have been here awhile.

Our Founder, William, has been living in Colombia full time for 18 years buying and selling real estate for a living. We can help you make it happen.

Simplify your life with no mortgage, no house bills or maintenance, no housework and no car...

  • One bill each month for a fully furnished apartment for both you and your companion - no other bills for utilities, cable, internet, maintenance, HOA, insurance...and you don't need a car
  • No more house cleaning - Weekly cleaning and all your toiletries are included
  • Meet new friends from all over the world who are enjoying this amazing carefree lifestyle

 

 

Real Estate Services

Our partner Colombia Living Realty (CLR) is American owned and operated with 18 years success in buying, selling, renting and developing real estate in Colombia. CLR has a vast network of the top brokers and other professionals in Colombia offering a wide range of real estate, relocation and residency services.  CLR specializes in farms and ranches.

CLR has partnered with Century 21 Colombia to give you greater confidence and security and provide you access to thousands of properties for sale or rent throughout the country.

Click HERE to view our extensive inventory. Note the Property ID on the ones you like and email the list to William. He will then contact the listing broker for more information and a property viewing.

 

The way it works best is for you to contact:

William at colombialivingrealty@gmail.com or

WhatsApp at 57 304 201 3535

and chat, then we can start the property search.

 

 

 

Healthcare - Medical Travel Facilitator

 

Extended Stay Colombia  acts as a Medical Travel Facilitator. We are NOT doctors nor do we give medical advice. 

ESC has selected Providers who we believe provide excellent services and prices however ESC simply refers our customers to these Providers.

It is up to you to evaluate their prices and services and consult with your healthcare, financial and other advisors.

See DISCLAIMER: Provider Referrals

 

DENTAL

ESC has partnered with the top Dental Clinics to offer dental procedures at less than 1/2 the prices in the US even after considering travel and other costs.

The way it works is you contact our Preferred Dental Clinics directly. Tell them what you need, provide them any X-rays other medical history and then they will provide you a quote. We will also assist you with hotels, airport pick up and return, transportation to appointments and bi-lingual concierges to guide you every step of the way.

https://oralconcept.co

Dr. Santiago Gomez

Medellin, Colombia

57 310 537 1247

 

BARIATRIC SURGERY

ESC has partnered with the top bariatric surgeons to offer ¨All Inclusive¨ safe, highly effective bariatric surgery at Internationally accredited hospitals and with the top surgeons.

15 nights All Inclusive including hotel with no extra charge for companion from $6,500

Less than 1/2 the prices in the US even after considering travel and other costs.

 

The way it works is you contact our Preferred Bariatric Surgeons directly. Tell them what you need, provide them any medical history and then they will provide you a quote.

We will also assist you with hotels, airport pick up and return, transportation to appointments and bi-lingual concierges to guide you every step of the way.

Click HERE to meet our Preferred Bariatric Surgeons and learn more...