The end of November has come and with it two words that have revolutionized shopping around the world: BLACK FRIDAY. Without a doubt, the model of society in which we live has made us create a certain addiction to this day, (because initially it was just one day of discounts), and to take full advantage of the discounts before the Christmas season, but at BYHOURS we wanted to turn it around and make it your best BLACK HOURS of the year! But first we’re going to tell you a little bit of the history of this phenomenon.

Just like Halloween, this is another American “tradition” that we’ve brought to our countries, and although we’ve only been celebrating it for a few years, – in Spain it began in 2012 -, even if
we believe that this will be a lifelong habit. It originated in order to make Christmas shopping more bearable for the American population, so that they could save and in nature buy more things at a lower price.

In Latin America it’s not officially celebrated under the name of ‘BLACK FRIDAY’, but it’s not left behind. For example, in Mexico they have their own version, which they call ‘El Buen Fin’. The Mexicans promoted this event in 2011, with the aim of satisfying the consumption needs of the population and not as an event related to Christmas shopping.

BLACK HOURS: discounts for your microholidays

The restrictions in which the vast majority of the world’s citizens live mean that we cannot enjoy travel and leisure as we used to. But who said that it’s not possible to enjoy in one’s own city? The BYHOURS microholidays, of which we have already told you so much, are the success of these months, in which the limitations are great. There are many users who have already been able to experience a microstay in one of the city’s top hotels. A local leisure activity that we didn’t consider before, because we thought that ‘hotels are only for tourists’.

So, in BYHOURS we’ve prepared the BLACK HOURS to make it even easier to enjoy as many times as you want some well-deserved microholidays. How? From 25th to 30th November, every day you’ll have discounts depending on the pack of 3, 6 or 24 hours you choose. BLACK HOURS surprises for everyone, with more than 3.500 hotels around the world. So that wherever you are, you can book your microstay at the best price.

Every day we will announce on our social networks the discounts. But if you want to find out before anyone else, subscribe to our newsletter on the BYHOURS website and you will be the first to book. Availability is running out and so are the BLACK HOURS!

Without a doubt Colombia is a country that is characterized by its warmth, joy and passion. In addition, it is a country with a lot of variety where you can find from incredible natural landscapes, colonial towns and cities and beautiful historical centers of its big cities like Bogotá and Medellín.

Next, at BYHOURS we want to recommend you what for us are the best 5 cities in Colombia to visit and where you can also enjoy a few hours in the best hotels in town.

Medellín

It is the second most important city in Colombia, and in recent years has established itself as one of the best getaway destinations nationwide. The city of Medellin is surrounded by hills that you can climb with the metrocable and enjoy a beautiful panoramic view of the entire city. As a recommendation, we suggest you visit the Comuna 13 either on your own or with a free tour with which you can also learn about its history.

And if you need a break, we have a wide range of hotels, such as the Rosales Plaza Hotel, located in the Rosales neighborhood, where you can book your 3, 6 or 24 hour microstay.

Bogotá

Located at 2600 meters above sea level, it is the largest and most important city in Colombia. In Bogotá there are many things to do, but if we had to recommend something, we suggest visiting the central neighborhoods of La Macarena and La Candelaria where you can see the famous bullring La Santamaria, the National Museum and a wide range of bars and restaurants where you can try the local cuisine.

And if you need a break, we have a wide range of hotels, such as the Rosales Plaza Hotel, located in the Rosales neighborhood, where you can book your 3, 6 or 24 hour microstay.

Cartagena

It is the most touristic city of Colombia, due to its impressive beaches and its surrounding islands like Rosario Island, so it is a perfect destination to rest. If you don’t have that much time, we propose you to visit its historical center and what is called the “Old City”, a walled city full of colonial buildings founded in 1533.

Santa Marta

It has the particularity of being the oldest city in Colombia, founded in 1525. As a major attraction, you can find the Tayrona National Natural Park, a combination of jungle, beach and sea, which you can tour and discover the indigenous culture of the region.

Bucaramanga

It is considered the adventure destination par excellence in Colombia, since it is located near San Gil, where you can enjoy extreme sports such as kayaking, rafting, paragliding, etc. If adrenaline is not your thing, the city of Bucaramanga is also known as the ”city of parks” for its more than 220 parks where you can take a pleasant walk.

These would be our recommendations, varied but beautiful destinations and each with its own charm. And remember that whenever you need to rest for a few hours, you can do it in any of our hotels.

And if you want to know better other cities and plans, visit our blog and discover the best places in France, different plans to do in your city, romantic plans…

Hotel hours combine with many plans, but our winning combination is with a good terrace and views of the city (because everything tastes better from the heights). For all sorts of occasions, it’s always a good idea to go up to the top floor of a hotel to watch the sunset, disconnect and live a very unique experience. 

BYHOURS has made a selection of our TOP hotels with the best terraces and privileged views of the cities, so that you don’t have to do more than choose a hotel and make a reservation. Have a look and take your partner, friends or family to spend a few hours in a hotel.

The Divine Terrace of the Hotel Grand Cavour – Florence

This 4-star hotel located in central Florence is the perfect place to spend a few hours in the heart of the city. Situated a few minutes walk from all the wonders of the historic centre and just a few minutes from Santa Maria Novella station, it has a terrace with the best views: La Divina Terrazza.

La Divina Terrazza Bar is the perfect spot to enjoy an authentic relaxing break accompanied by the most creative cocktails and the best wine labels.

GHL Hotel Barranquilla Terrace

Perfect for all kinds of occasions, this 5-star hotel has one of the best city views in Barranquilla. The GHL Hotel Barranquilla is an original and avant-garde luxury hotel located in the northern part of the city, in the residential neighbourhood of Villa Santos, close to the main leisure and restaurant areas of Barranquilla. 

On the terrace, next to the impressive infinity pool with views of the Magdalena River mouth, this hotel offers a bar service offering all kinds of drinks and snacks. A few hours here can change your life!

Hotel Duquesa de Cardona – Barcelona

From the rooftop terrace of this palace built in 1850 you can enjoy a view of the entire coastline. This terrace is one of the best places to have a drink while watching the sunset over the city or to have dinner. To spend a few hours in this hotel watching the lights of the city turn on and the Mediterranean becoming a sparkling mirror is now our favourite thing to do. 

In addition, this terrace has a special bonus: live music. This summer, the Duquesa de Cardona is hosting live performances on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays from 7.30pm to 8.30pm, by artists such as Gigi McFarlane, and also on Saturdays and Sundays at vermouth time.

JW Marriott Hotel Bogota Terrace

With a privileged location to the most important restaurants in the north of the capital and in the heart of the financial centre of Bogota, you will find this 5-star hotel. The JW Marriott is a delightful place to spend a few hotel hours, not only for its many luxurious facilities, which can be accessed with a BYHOURS reservation, but also for its incomparable terrace. With the best scenery, the terrace bar can offer you the most special cocktails to enjoy a few hours of disconnection at this oasis.

In addition, with the hotel hours you will enjoy all the services included in the hotel, paying only for what you need. If you’re looking forward to discovering different plans, we recommend you to take a look at our blog for plans in your city. We hope to see you again in the next one! 

Security and hotel hours go hand in hand

AXA and BYHOURS have partnered to provide exclusive emergency medical and travel services to all its policyholders, offering them comfort in critical moments. 

With this new agreement AXA, the French multinational company, offers to its insureds travel assistance for cancellations, delays, flight changes, medical travel and emergency surgery, and provides hotel hours through BYHOURS.  In order to obtain additional benefits, the multinational insurer has achieved an innovative leadership and personalization of the service, gaining a competitive advantage in the sector. 

In this way, the insurance company AXA will offer unbeatable coverage guarantees, taking its response to its clients’ emergencies to another level. With this union, situations such as a canceled flight and at the expense of a new one, a delay or change of schedule, as well as a medical emergency for oneself or a family member and/or companion on the trip, will be covered with micro-stays provided by BYHOURS.

All of this is possible thanks to the global status of BYHOURS. With the company’s international hotel hours guarantees, the large international insurer can make this service a reality in more than 25 countries and in more than 4,000 hotels. 

BYHOURS’ guarantee lies in its formula for success: experience and innovation. The company’s business model, which is based on pay-per-use, has been on the market for 10 years and is revolutionizing the hospitality sector. This concept is fully in line with the value proposition of the insurance company AXA, which offers a personalized service tailored to the needs of each policyholder. 

This alliance is a step further for both international companies. While BYHOURS consolidates its leadership and product in multiple traveler use cases, AXA positions itself as the first insurer to offer an innovative solution 100% adapted to the customer. 

The global agreement will be in place from X, with its starting point from AXA’s headquarters in Mexico, where BYHOURS has an office with more than 12 employees for Latin America and the exit to the USA.

If you want to know the latest news, take a look at the news section of the BYHOURS blog.

Rappi, the multi-vertical and multi-Latin platform operating in 9 countries, will start distributing hotels by the hour through Rappi Travel through its app after signing an agreement with the Spanish Travel Tech BYHOURS. In this way, Rappi incorporates micro-stays, the new trend in the hotel sector created in 2012 by BYHOURS.

BYHOURS & Rappi Travel another step forward in their commitment to innovation and personalization.

With this collaboration, Rappi users will have access to the BYHOURS product, whether for business trips, layovers, and delays at airports or for local leisure, enjoying a few hours in the best hotels in the main cities of Latin America. In the words of the CEO and founder of the Spanish company, Guillermo Gaspart, “our mission is to bring micro-stays to everyone so that they have greater flexibility and personalization when booking a hotel”. In 2022, the pay-per-use hotel industry will expand its presence with the opening of the U.S. market. Users then will be able to book hotels by the hour in major cities in Europe, Latin America, the United States and the Middle East, consolidating BYHOURS’ commitment to the “B2B” business model.

Guido Becher, Global Head of Rappi Travel, added: “We are pleased to have access to BYHOURS’ extensive product portfolio in the region and worldwide. It ratifies our interest in offering people more options to make their trips an experience with BYHOURS’ micro-stays offer.” 

Currently, Rappi travel offers the option to purchase flights, hotel bookings and car rentals, with other benefits such as 5% cashback for purchases with the RappiCard and cancellation of reservations for up to 24 hours.  

BYHOURS is the leading international platform for booking micro-stays in 3, 6 and 24-hour hotel packages. It is currently present in more than 25 countries and has 4,500 hotels where users can choose their check-in time 24 hours a day and pay only for the time they need. From its office in Mexico City, the company leads operations in the Americas and is present in major Latin American countries, especially Colombia. Its portfolio includes leading hotel chains and 3, 4 and 5* independent hotels.

If you want to know the latest news, take a look at the news section of the BYHOURS blog.

Easter is coming, and if you still don’t know what to do or how to enjoy Mexico City, in BYHOURS we assure you that no one told you before how to enjoy the best plans for just a few hours. So here you have some tips to save the day!

TIP #1

It’s no secret that the hot weather has arrived in the city and there is no better plan than relaxing in a pool, enjoying the sun and the nice weather, with the best views of the city for a few hours. 

Stop looking! We want to recommend an Oasis in the south of the city where you can enjoy the hours you need, checking in at the time you prefer with BYHOURS.

Hotel Galería Plaza San Jerónimo is the perfect combination of open spaces, green areas and amenities to enjoy. In addition to the pool, you can visit the Roof Garden with its excellent gastronomic proposal and classic cocktail bar, the Gym and the Yoga Area. 

TIP #2

If your soul screams, FOODIE! If you are also a lover of sightseeing, Domingo Santo Boutique Hotel – Adults Only is a place you can’t miss. 

This modern boutique hotel has it all in on, and the best part is that you can book it by the hour. Our recommendation? Book 3 or 6 hours to relax after a walk around the historic centre, and finish the evening on a spectacular terrace with views of the Zócalo from the restaurant bar. 

We are sure you already imagine yourself there enjoying a drink in a luxury cocktail bar. Pssst, and with many 2×1 promotions, live music, karaoke and more 😉 

TIP #3

Don’t think we forgot about you, dear luxury and architecture lovers. We also have recommendations to enjoy 3, 6 or 24 hours in a hotel located near the most beautiful tourist sites in the city. 

Yes, we are talking about the NH Collection Mexico City Centro, located in the Thermidor building. Did you know that it used to belong to a former banking institution and is very recognizable in CDMX for its art deco design in light yellow tones? It also has an elegant outdoor terrace, perfect for enjoying a nice drink with friends after a long day.

And on top of that, it is located a few meters from the National Palace of Mexico, the Palace of Fine Arts, the Museum of Mexico City, the luxurious Palacio de Hierro shopping mall, the Bankers Club of Mexico, Casinos and many more.

In short, comfort and luxury, combined with practicality!

If you are going away with your partner, don’t forget to visit our BYou blog section on Romantic Plans.