SAC 2026: WCA South American Championship 2026
Speedcubing Colombia
SAC 2026 Organization
Accommodation And Food
Recommended Hotels
We have selected accommodation options near the venue with different price ranges. All are within a maximum of 15 minutes from Colegio Teresiano.
Nearby Hotels
Hotel Zuetana
- 📍 Distance: 250 m from the venue
- 💰 Approximate price: $150–200 USD/night
- ⭐ Includes: Apartment-style accommodation, Wi-Fi, kitchen, laundry
- 📞 Reservations: +57 3134990954
The Palma Home
- 📍 Distance: 900 m from the venue
- 💰 Approximate price: $40 USD/night
- ⭐ Includes: TV, living room, private bathrooms
- 📞 Reservations: +57 3185735352
Casa AloHa 152
- 📍 Distance: 550 m from the venue
- 💰 Approximate price: $30 USD/night
- ⭐ Includes: Free parking, TV, private bathrooms
- 📞 Reservations: +57 3212402566
Hotel Dann Carlton Bogotá
- 📍 Distance: 3 km from the venue
- 💰 Approximate price: $80–120 USD/night
- ⭐ Includes: Breakfast, Wi-Fi, business center
Hotel Estelar La Fontana
- 📍 Distance: 4 km from the venue
- 💰 Approximate price: $70–100 USD/night
- ⭐ Includes: Breakfast, parking, gym
Sonesta Hotel Bogotá
- 📍 Distance: 3.5 km from the venue
- 💰 Approximate price: $65–90 USD/night
- ⭐ Includes: Continental breakfast, Wi-Fi
Hostels and Budget Options ($)
Selina Parque 93
- 📍 Distance: 6 km from the venue
- 💰 Dorms: $15–25 USD/night
- 💰 Private rooms: $35–50 USD/night
- ⭐ Youthful atmosphere, coworking space, bar
Masaya Hostel Bogotá
- 📍 Distance: 8 km (Chapinero area)
- 💰 Dorms: $12–20 USD/night
- 💰 Private rooms: $30–45 USD/night
- ⭐ Excellent for meeting other travelers
Cranky Croc Hostel
- 📍 Distance: 10 km (La Candelaria area)
- 💰 Dorms: $10–18 USD/night
- 💰 Private rooms: $25–40 USD/night
- ⭐ Central location for tourism
Airbnb and Apartments
If you prefer more space or are traveling in a group, Airbnb is an excellent option:
Recommended Areas to Search on Airbnb
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Usaquén (ideal, closest to the venue)
- Entire apartments: $60–120 USD/night
- Private rooms: $25–50 USD/night
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Chicó / El Virrey
- Entire apartments: $70–140 USD/night
- Safe area with many restaurants
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Parque de la 93
- Entire apartments: $80–150 USD/night
- Nightlife, restaurants, very tourist-friendly
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Cedritos
- Entire apartments: $50–100 USD/night
- More affordable, close to the venue
Tips for Booking on Airbnb
- Look for “Superhost” listings for a better experience
- Read reviews carefully
- Verify the real distance to the venue using Google Maps
- Ask the host about transportation to Colegio Teresiano
- Consider sharing an apartment with other competitors
Shared Accommodation
Coordination Group
We have created a WhatsApp group so competitors can:
- Find roommates
- Share apartments
- Organize shared transportation
- Save costs
🔗 Join here: WhatsApp Group
Nearby Restaurants (5–10 min walking)
Mazurén Shopping Center
Fast food options:
- Subway, Restaurante Ritz, El Fuerte de la Pizza, Jeno’s Pizza, Compañía del Sabor
- Price: $15,000–25,000 COP ($4–6 USD)
Casual restaurants:
- Cocoa House (desserts and meals)
- Jengibre (coffee and sandwiches)
- Price: $20,000–40,000 COP ($5–10 USD)
Typical Colombian restaurants:
- La Oliva – Sazón Costeña
- Parrilla Restaurante
- Sopitas y Mucho Más
- Price: $30,000–60,000 COP ($8–15 USD)
International restaurants:
- Don Malolo (Mexican)
- La Spaguettata (Italian)
Parque La Colina Shopping Center (15 min by car)
Fast food options:
- McDonald’s, Subway, KFC
- Price: $15,000–25,000 COP ($4–6 USD)
Casual restaurants:
- Crepes & Waffles (desserts and meals)
- Juan Valdez Café (coffee and sandwiches)
- Price: $20,000–40,000 COP ($5–10 USD)
Carrera 19
Executive lunch menus:
- Variety of Colombian restaurants
- Lunch menu (full meal): $15,000–25,000 COP ($4–6 USD)
- Schedule: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM
Nearby Supermarkets
If you prefer to buy food:
Carulla Cedro Bolívar:
- Distance: 600 m
- Schedule: 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Wide variety of products
Local convenience stores:
- Multiple options near the venue
- Snacks, drinks, essentials
- More affordable prices
Typical Colombian Food You Must Try
During your stay, don’t miss:
🍲 Ajiaco: Traditional Bogotá soup with chicken, potatoes, and corn
🥟 Empanadas: Fried pastries with meat or chicken
🌭 Salchipapa: Street food with sausages and fries
☕ Colombian coffee: The best in the world
🍰 Obleas: Traditional dessert with arequipe
🥤 Panela drink: Traditional beverage
Vegetarian and Vegan Options
Bogotá has excellent vegetarian and vegan offerings:
Specialized restaurants near the venue:
- Quinua y Amaranto (vegan, Usaquén)
- Salud y Vida (vegetarian, multiple locations)
- El Macrobiótico (natural foods)
Useful apps:
- Rappi / Uber Eats: Delivery with dietary filters
- HappyCow: Find vegan/vegetarian restaurants
Recommended Daily Budget
Budget:
- Breakfast: $10,000 COP ($2.50 USD)
- Lunch: $15,000 COP ($4 USD)
- Dinner: $15,000 COP ($4 USD)
- Snacks: $10,000 COP ($2.50 USD)
- Total: approx. $50,000 COP (~$12 USD/day)
Moderate:
- Breakfast: $15,000 COP ($4 USD)
- Lunch: $30,000 COP ($8 USD)
- Dinner: $40,000 COP ($10 USD)
- Snacks/coffee: $15,000 COP ($4 USD)
- Total: approx. $100,000 COP (~$26 USD/day)
Comfortable:
- Breakfast: $25,000 COP ($6 USD)
- Lunch: $50,000 COP ($13 USD)
- Dinner: $60,000 COP ($15 USD)
- Coffee/snacks: $25,000 COP ($6 USD)
- Total: approx. $160,000 COP (~$40 USD/day)
Payment Methods
- 💵 Cash: Useful for small shops and transportation
- 💳 Cards: Widely accepted (Visa, Mastercard)
- 📱 Payment apps: Nequi, Daviplata, Bre-B (if you have a Colombian account)
Currency exchange:
- Exchange houses at the airport and Salitre Plaza mall. When exchanging currency, always go accompanied and keep distance from others.
- Banks in the city (Bancolombia, among others)
- ATMs available (fees may apply)
Additional Tips
- Tips: 10% suggested in restaurants (sometimes included; tipping is not mandatory in Colombia)
- Water: Tap water in Bogotá is potable, though many prefer bottled water
- Allergies: Always communicate food allergies in Spanish: “SOY ALERGICO A…”
Contact
Questions about accommodation or food?
🔗 Join here: https://chat.whatsapp.com/CRLSt78Uqdy7sXQTXweuif
You can also contact us via email:
sac2026@speedcubingcolombia.org
Enjoy Colombian gastronomy! 🍽️ 💛💙❤️