Book Damasco hotels

For those keen to stay in Damasco, be sure to pre-plan, because there's not a massive range of hotel options close to Damasco's downtown.

The Hotel Sol Plaza, Colombia, which is the nearest hotel, sits 6 kilometres from downtown Damasco. Another choice is the Casa Hotel Misia Maria, located in Colombia, found 20 kilometres from Damasco.

30 kilometres from the middle of Damasco is the Nogal Hotel.

After seeing Damasco, schedule a little time to explore the wider region of the Andino area. View Andino's forests, rivers, streams and lakes. You should also visit some of the region's ruins, old towns and historic palaces. Fun-loving visitors might also try their hand at mountain biking and rock climbing here.

85 kilometres from Damasco is Santa Fe de Antioquia, which features the Cathedral of Santa Fe de Antioquia. Santa Fe de Antioquia contains a selection of great places to spend a night or two, including the Hotel Mariscal Robledo and Santa Fe La Antigua Hotel Boutique. Alternatively, you can visit Guatape, 70 kilometres to the northeast of Damasco. While in Guatape, take the time explore the La Piedra Del Penol. The Hotel Le Refuge and Hotel Los Recuerdos are all good places to lay your head.

Just because you're travelling in Medellin, doesn't mean you can't indulge in your obsession for all things sport. You'll find Atanasio Giradot Stadium 50 kilometres to the north of Damasco. The InterContinental Medellin and the Hotel Park 10 are both good options if you hope to really get into your sport.

Jose Maria Cordova International Airport is situated 45 kilometres away from central downtown Damasco. Should you choose to stay close by, you can book a night at the Movich Hotel Las Lomas or the Hotel Llanogrande Inn.