Come Home For The Holidays
Spending the holidays abroad can be brilliant. Spending them alone? Not quite so much.
At Co404 Coliving, you'll have people to share festive meals with, decorate the house and swap Secret Santa gifts. Plus, we'll help you experience Medellín's unique December traditions, from the fireworks of La Alborada to the candlelit streets of Día de las Velitas.
All while keeping your travel plans and having a stable base to work from. You don't have to fly home to experience a family Christmas.
Thanksgiving, Christmas & New Year with Co404
From Thanksgiving on 26 November to brunch on New Year's Day. Stay for the whole season, or the part of it you can. Daily coworking, family dinners and your usual Co404 life carry on in between.
We're getting everyone around the table for a shared meal, good conversation and a reminder that family doesn't have to mean the people you grew up with. No flying home required. Expect a big feast, a few games, a little gratitude and a chance to get to know your fellow Co404-ers.
La Alborada is Medellín's way of welcoming December. Spend the evening at a mirador, sitting on plastic chairs, aguardiente y limón in hand and an incredible view across the Aburrá Valley. Fireworks light up the sky at midnight, with reggaeton blasting so loud it's distorting the speakers all night long.
It's officially Christmas once the decorations are up. We're getting the whole house involved in turning our Co404 home into a festive wonderland. Expect arts and crafts, questionable decorating decisions and an eclectic shared playlist of everyone's favourite Christmas songs.
Colombia has a very sweet tradition called "Day of the Candles". Every home decorates the pavements, windows and doorways with candles and lanterns, and gathers on the street to wish passers-by a Feliz Navidad. We'll do our own candle ceremony in the common room and decorate out front.
Colombians don't just do Christmas Day. They do nine days of getting together, singing, eating and celebrating in the run-up to the 24th. We're teaming up with a local guide to experience the Novena de Aguinaldos, a much-loved Colombian Christmas tradition. The details are still taking shape, but expect good company and a taste of how Medellín does Christmas.
Time to find gifts for the people who've become your family away from home. We'll hit the local shops together to hunt down presents, pick up some festive bits and pieces, and hopefully avoid leaving everything until the last minute. Thoughtful gifts encouraged; panic-buying absolutely expected.
The big one. We're getting everyone around the table for a Christmas Eve feast, because nobody should have to spend the holidays wondering what to eat or who to call. Expect good food, good company and a reminder that you don't have to fly home to feel at home.
You've shared a house, a kitchen and probably far too many inside jokes. Now it's time to exchange a few gifts and celebrate the little community we've built. No extravagant presents needed. It's the thought that counts (although a practical joke or two is always welcome).
We've got the gang together so it's time to party. We'll be heading out to an epic local nightclub to dance reggaeton, have a few too many shots of aguardiente and tell our new friends how much we love them as the clock strikes 12.
No pressure, no big plans, no need to be anywhere in particular. Ease into the new year with a relaxed brunch with your Co404 people, who we expect to feel a little more like family by this point in the season. Recover, reminisce about last night and start plotting the next adventure.
The holidays don't have to mean going home. Spend it with the Co404 family instead.
From $392/month · Extra 10% off all stays before December 31.
Code: MEDELLIN10
Normal rates: 35% off stays over 7 nights · 50% off stays over 28 nights · from $483/month
Up to 41 housemates, who stay for an average of 28 nights. Volunteers are on hand 8am–8pm, making sure everyone's entertained.
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Co404 is located in Laureles — voted the best neighbourhood in the world for digital nomads by Timeout. Calm and leafy green, with everything you need close by: quiet coffee shops, pumping nightlife on La 70, or the famous "meat salon" (just trust us on this one). Centro Histórico, Comuna 13 and El Poblado are all just a quick Uber moto or metro away. If you need a break from the city, a cable car up to Parque Arví's cloud forest awaits.
Fast WiFi and a quiet call booth are the bare minimum. Remote work gets lonely fast. So for us, good coworking spaces are about who's sitting next to you. People to focus with by day, and make plans with in the evenings. Hammock breaks and shared lunches, strongly encouraged.
My stay at Coliving 404 in Medellín was exactly what I was looking for as a digital nomad. More than just a place to stay, it felt like a family. The atmosphere is warm, welcoming, and genuine, making it easy to connect with people from different backgrounds while still having the space to focus on work. If you're a digital nomad looking for a place with a strong family vibe, meaningful connections, and a comfortable work-life balance, I highly recommend Coliving 404. Thanks Leo
Stayed here for 2 weeks and loved it. They've cultivated a great vibe here, feels like a digital nomad family. The weekly family dinners and daily activities make you feel right at home. I'm grateful for the time I spent here and people I met. Would definitely recommend!
We stayed only one week to catch up on work, we had a great time! Our room with private bathroom was comfortable and the community kitchen on the rooftop was a great place to hang out and socialize. The people at Co404 are warm and welcoming, making it really easy to feel relaxed and make new friends. Several times we were checked in on, to make sure we were finding our way and had everything we needed. I would happily recommend!
I love this place! I was supposed to stay 1 month, ended up staying 2 and a half. The coliving has a great social atmosphere and it's so easy to make connections there! They have activities every day and people are always keen to join. The volunteers are awesome and they always have one available throughout the day for chit chats or whatever you need. I can't wait to come back
This place stole my heart… they call themselves a family for a reason! If you travel alone, you will never be alone here. Everywhere I've stayed before, I always had the urge to leave the coliving/hostel because I didn't feel comfortable… but here, I could stay 24/7. It has everything, and the vibe is just amazing. It's also in a safe neighborhood and super aesthetic. But I have to warn you…if you stay for a month, you will probably extend. A place everyone should experience at least once
As a digital nomad who has stayed in colivings around the world, I can easily say that co404 is hands down one of the best. The rooms are clean and cozy, the Wi-Fi is super reliable, and the coworking space is beautiful — complete with plenty of call booths for meetings. What really makes co404 special is the community. The amazing manager, Leo, and the lovely volunteers create a welcoming environment and organize activities throughout the week that make it easy to connect with others.
Co404 is perfect if you're new to Medellín and are looking for community. It's in a good location which is safe and close to plenty of bars and restaurants. It's a great place to meet new people and I particularly enjoy that the crowd is a little older (late 20s / early - mid 30s). They also do a lot of fun activities during the week especially Wednesday family dinner. Leo the manager is super fun and helpful as are all the volunteers. This has been one of the highlights of my travel.
Co404 is THE reason I fell in love with Medellín. My room was adorable, the bathrooms were great, I didn't mind sharing at all. The kitchen is huge and the coworking space is beautiful. The people it attracts are amazing, and Leo, the manager is the best! You can tell they care deeply about making sure everyone is happy. Truly a special place. You really become a family by the end of your stay.
My stay at CO404 was awesome! It sits somewhere between a hostel and a coliving space, which I really liked. You get the social energy and community without it feeling chaotic, and it's still easy to focus and get work done. The activities are genuinely fun, and the Wednesday family dinners were a real highlight.
Co404 feels like a family. Some people stay for six months, for one month, or for 1–2 weeks, and it creates an amazing sense of both stability and newness... The co-working space is quiet and has more phone booths than a WeWork! I love cooking in the open air kitchen!
When I booked my stay at co404, I did not expect that I would have such a hard time to actually leave this place… Three months later I am only leaving because my visa is expiring. Between sunset chats at one of the many viewpoints in the city, food tastings, yoga classes or family trips to Spider Bush I found exactly what I had been looking for during my 1.5 years of travel, a home.
From $483/month ·35% discount on one-week stays ·50% discount on month-long stays
From the airport, it's just a $25 USD Uber ride. To make pickup smoother, be sure to head upstairs to the departures area when your Uber arrives. We offer 24/7 check-in, just let us know in advance so we can be ready for your arrival!
There is a lavandería right around the corner from Co404 and it will cost you $30,000 COP ($6 USD) for 4 kilos to get your clothes washed and dried. Your clothes will usually be ready within 1–2 days. We also have a contact who can pick up your laundry on selected days and deliver it back to you, washed and dried — just ask one of our volunteers about it.
The local markets are a 10-minute walk in either direction, where you can find fresh organic fruits and vegetables, and any other staples you need. These markets are definitely worth a visit, even if you're not doing your grocery shopping there. In terms of conventional supermarkets, D1 is a cheap local that's only a 5 minute walk away, or Carulla Express is 10 minutes away if you want a few delicacies. Additionally, our neighbour has a small convenience store for all your basic essentials.
There is an ATM less than 1 block away. Many of the larger Colombian banks are only a 10 min walk away. Bancolombia for the lowest fees.
Medellín is known as the "City of Eternal Spring" for its mild, year-round climate. Expect pleasant temperatures averaging 22°C (72°F) during the day and cooler evenings. It's generally sunny with occasional rain some afternoons, making it a comfortable destination all year round.
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