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International House
Bogota, Colombia

Carrera 18 A N° 137 - 80 - 110121 Bogota - see on map
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What we like about the school
  • Located in a new financial area of the city, surrounded by famous entertainment and gastronomy areas.
  • Small class sizes
  • Rooftop terrace
What we dislike about the school
  • Cancellation fees for students having to cancel due to visa rejection.

Location: International House Bogota is located in the populous, high-altitude capital city of Colombia, Bogota. The school is housed in the Quinta Camacho neighbourhood, which is considered the new financial district of the city. It is within walking distance of eateries, restaurants, links to public transport and several of the city's attractions. Such attractions within walking distance of the school include the Avenida Chile Shopping Center and Financial shopping mall.

Course selection: IH Bogota has a range of programmes suitable to students of all levels and various needs and interests. In addition to General Spanish programmes, taught over several schedules and intensities, the school also provides Spanish programmes that combine with volunteer work, Latin dancing and Business Spanish. Private or two-to-one tuition is also available in conjunction with or independently from any other course.

Getting around: The school is just a moment's walk from several bus routes. The TransMilenio bus network in Bogota is the biggest of its kind in the world, consisting of over 1 500 busses and 112 bus stops. Bogota does not have a metro or subway service.

School facilities: The school facilities include a lounge area, an auditorium, free after-class access to language learning software, several PC workstations and the use of a kitchen. Free WIFI and parking are also available for students of IH Bogota. All classrooms have ample natural light to create an optimal learning environment.

Accommodation: IH Bogota can offer accommodation in homestay facilities with local families and studio apartments throughout the year.

Spanish Courses

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Intensive CoursePopular Spanish course
20 lessons per week | 8 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
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250US$238US$ / week
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Starting dates
For all levels except of absolute beginners:
Every Monday

The course includes Spanish immersion with social programme (entrance fees and transport not included).


Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 8 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
55 min
Special note for 2025 holiday season: If you plan to take a course during the high season months of April, June, July or August 2025 we urgently advise you to book as early as possible. In 2024 many schools were fully booked during the holidays, and the situation is unlikely to be different for 2025 due to a current shortage of teachers, which affects most schools.
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Intensive Course + 10
30 lessons per week | 8 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
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590US$561US$ / week
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Starting dates
For all levels except of absolute beginners:
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
6 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 16:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 8 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
55 min
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Intensive Course + 5
25 lessons per week | 8 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
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430US$409US$ / week
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Starting dates
For all levels except of absolute beginners:
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
5 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 16:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 8 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
55 min
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Private
Private Lessons 10
10 lessons per week | 1 student (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
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340US$323US$ / week
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Starting dates
For all levels except of absolute beginners:
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
2 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
Lesson duration
55 min
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Private Lessons 15
15 lessons per week | 1 student (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
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480US$456US$ / week
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Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
3 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 16:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
Lesson duration
55 min
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Private Lessons 20
20 lessons per week | 1 student (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
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600US$570US$ / week
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Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
Lesson duration
55 min
Additional information for all courses
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Private Lessons 5
5 lessons per week | 1 student (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
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180US$171US$ / week
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Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
1 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
Lesson duration
55 min
Additional information for all courses
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Our prices for International House include

  • INCLUDED Organized activities
  • INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
  • INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
  • INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
  • INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes
  • INCLUDED For adult courses: a minimum of one free organized leisure activity per week

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Student opinions about International House, Bogota

3.8
Overall school rating of
International House, Bogota
12 authentic ratings from students who reserved with us
School
Location of the school
3.9 
Facilities
3.7 
Social activities
3.2 
Organisation
3.7 
Course
Quality of teaching
4.0 
Value for money
3.3 
Accommodation
Homestay
4.1 
Overall school rating by student age group
Students < 18 years (1 rating)
4.0 
Students 18-30 years (3 ratings)
4.0 
Students 31-49 years (3 ratings)
4.0 
Students 50+ years (5 ratings)
3.6 
Verified reviews only, uncensored. All student opinions from students who booked a course at the school with LanguageCourse.net.
52 years
Overall rating
5.0
Liked
“Super central location of the school, and friendly reception - but ultimately the lessons with a really good teacher, who was able to adjust to the students even though they had very different levels.”
Details of the review
Course: Intensive Group Courses - 2 weeks
Review date: 25. Oct. 2016 by Christiane Schwarz
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
42 years
Overall rating
4.0
Liked
“Nice place in the Candelaria area. I liked the rapport with the teacher.”
Insider tip: “Visit the museums in the area, enjoy a coffee.”
Details of the review
Course: Intensive Group Courses - 1 week
Review date: 31. Jan. 2016 by Behar Gregory
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
48 years
Overall rating
4.0
Liked
“I met many international students and made practice of my Spanish.”
Insider tip: “If you like, you should identify the area where you want to stay. Otherwise, it would be very far and difficult to get the school.”
Details of the review
Other comments Teachers are very friendly, kind and flexible.
Course: Intensive Group Courses - 2 weeks
Review date: 6. Oct. 2014 by Takako Suzuki
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
23 years
Overall rating
4.0
Liked
“That you feel like one big group of friends within the school”
Details of the review
Other comments Maybe it would be a great addition if the school could provide a kind of 'basic' course for backpackers/travellers, which they can use during their backpacktour!
Course: Intensive Group Courses - 1 week
Review date: 8. Aug. 2017 by Cas De Jongh
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
67 years
Overall rating
5.0
Liked
“I liked the teaching Ceasar and Andres were both amazing.”
Disliked
“I didn't have enough time there!”
Insider tip: “You can walk everywhere excellent restaurants. We liked Crepes and Waffles and Juan Valdez cafe.”
Details of the review
Quality of teaching / language progress: Study hard and do your homework.
Course: Intensive Course - 2 weeks
Review date: 17. Jan. 2022 by Donna Drummond
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
21 years
Overall rating
5.0
Liked
“The school staff helped me, when I had a problem.”
Insider tip: “I think that it's appropriate to use "usted" for a teacher with a sense of Japanese. However, the students from other countries used "tu". I think it was good to feel more closer toward the teachers.”
Details of the review
Course: Intensive Group Courses - 12 weeks
Review date: 7. Oct. 2014 by Ryota Fujimoto
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
53 years
Overall rating
1.0
Liked
“Nothing. The teacher was good.”
Disliked
“I was the only student. I was in a room without a working projector. First the projector was all black dots and I couldn't see. They moved us and it was better for a day. Then they moved us to another room without any projector at all! We were in that room until I said something. They said it was because a bunch of high school students were taking an English exam. I said, "Oh, I am a student but you already have my money so you don't care." They moved us to an empty room with a working project. The afternoon activities were basically non-existent. The one I went on was $40 for Monseratte. It only included the bus ticket (less than $2) and the ride up and down on the teleferico which was less than $10. A total rip off! International House is not a school for those who want to speak Spanish.”
Details of the review
Course: Intensive Course - 4 weeks
Review date: 17. May. 2022 by Sarah Hammill
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
48 years
Overall rating
4.0
Liked
“Location”
Details of the review
Course: Intensive Group Course - 1 week
Review date: 13. Mar. 2018 by Yvonne Feneberg
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.

Ratings of International House compared to ratings of all schools in Colombia

 International House BogotaAverage of all other schools in Colombia
Overall school rating3.84.6
Location of the school3.94.8
Facilities3.84.3
Social activities3.34.3
Organisation3.74.5
Quality of teaching4.04.6
Value for money3.34.5
Homestay4.14.6
Shared flat4.14.6

International House (IH)

Accreditations and Quality seals
International House World Organisation
Spanish teacher qualifications
100% hold a university degree
100% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
Student gender mix
46% male / 54% female
Offer for returning students
You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee if you already attended previously a course at International House and you book here.
Year of school foundation
2006

General school facilities

  • Kitchen for student use

  • Microwave for student use

  • Drink vending machine

  • Cafeteria

  • Snack vending machine

  • Computer lab

  • Free after-class access to language learning software

  • Lounge

  • Auditorium

  • Rooftop terrace

  • Balcony / terrace

  • Student support desk

  • Copy machine

  • Printer for student use

  • Free water dispenser

  • Free parking

  • Free WIFI

  • Free coffee

  • Smoking zones (outdoors)

  • Tourist information

  • Assistance with entrance ticket purchases

  • Assistance with organizing transportation

  • Classroom equipment

    • TV in some classrooms

    • Electronic whiteboard in some classrooms

    • Ample natural light in most classrooms

    • Number of classrooms: 7
    • Number of public PC workstations: 8

    Facilities for disabled students

    • Wheelchair access to classroom

    • Accessible Toilet

    • Wheelchair access to reception

    • Wheelchair access to cafeteria

Student Age / Nationality

Top student nationalities
Student Nationality Percentage of students
Germany 15%
USA 12%
Switzerland 12%
Netherlands 10%
England 9%
Brazil 5%
Sweden 3%
Korea 3%
Japan 2%
Italy 2%
France 2%
Other nationalities 25%
Age of students
  Percentage of students
1-18 years 1%
18-24 years 22%
25-34 years 31%
35-50 years 24%
>50 years 22%
The average age outside summer is 2 years higher than in summer.
Average number of students
Adult courses - In summer: 20
Adult courses - Throughout the year: 15
Junior courses - In summer: 20
Junior courses - Throughout the year: 15
Minimum age of students
16 years
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 10
Adult courses Throughout the year: 10
Junior courses In summer: 10
Junior courses Throughout the year: 10
Average age of students
In summer: 24 years
Throughout the year: 26 years
Read our recommendations for students in their 40s, 50s, 60s, and 70s.

Information for all courses offered by International House

Lesson duration
55 minutes
Course material
Generally course material has to be purchased by the student. The costs of course material will be approximately 60 US$ per course level.
Comments about courses

In case there is only one student at a given level in a given week, that student will take 10 private hours instead of the original 20 with no extra cost.

The week starting 17 April includes two public holidays and therefore has a special price of USD 175.

Individual classes
Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 38 US$. The combination of group and individual lessons is highly recommended. Individual lessons will encourage you to actively speak the foreign language and will offer you the opportunity to discuss individual problems and weaknesses.
Days without class
In 2025 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2025, 06 Jan 2025, 24 Mar 2025, 13 Apr 2025, 17 Apr 2025, 18 Apr 2025, 20 Apr 2025, 01 May 2025, 02 Jun 2025, 23 Jun 2025, 30 Jun 2025, 20 Jul 2025, 07 Aug 2025, 18 Aug 2025, 13 Oct 2025, 03 Nov 2025, 17 Nov 2025, 08 Dec 2025, 25 Dec 2025.
If a bank holiday falls on a weekday there is no refund nor are missed lessons recuperated. This is the case for the majority of language schools.
Level test
A test to assess your exact language level takes place at the school on the first day of the course.
Lessons needed per Spanish language level
Level (CEFR) LESSONS needed per level WEEKS needed
(20 lessons per week)
A1 Beginner A1 to A2 80 4
A2 Elementary A2 to B1 160 8
B1 Intermediate B1 to B2 180 9
B2 Higher Intermediate B2 to C1 200 10
C1 Advanced C1 to C2 220 11
C2 Proficiency
Data above gives some guidance. For more details consult our page How long does it take to learn a language or reach a specific level.

Airport transfer

El Dorado International Airport:
135 US$ one way
270 US$ return (both ways)
Best arrival airport is El Dorado International Airport.
More details about airports near Bogota and how to travel independently from the airport to the city on our Bogota page. For flight comparisons to Bogota, we recommend using skyscanner.com.

Leisure activities

Social Activities Program
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Examples of leisure activities organized by the school

Adults - Free activities

Walking tours of the Historical City Centre

Adults - Paid activities

Visit to Monserrate (70 USD. Approx.)
Gastronomic tour (70 USD. Approx.)
Jardín Botánico (70 USD. Approx.)
Visit to Catedral de Sal Zipaquirá
activity possible
Ballet
Basketball
Cooking
Dancing
Football (soccer)
Horse riding
Mountainbiking
Music
Squash
Swimming
Tennis
Volleyball
Yoga

Accommodation

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Homestay
In high demand!
4.3
6 ratings
Single room, Breakfast
Shared bathroom
from
335 US$/ week
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Check-in
Sunday
Check-out
Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
No extra nights bookable
Room Occupancy
Single room
Distance from school
30 minutes by public transport.
Includes
TV, Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Shared bathroom.
Meals
Breakfast.
Minimum age of students
16
Maximum age of students
36
Student comments about Homestay
Sarah
Accommodation: 5.0
Location: 5.0
Room: 5.0
Meals 5.0
"The homestay was great. I picked the school because I wanted a homestay. "
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Questions and answers about International House

I would like to know if I can take a test to find out my level.
“Either previously online or on your first day, you will do a short language test to identify your current level. This way, the school can place you in the right group. All the other students in your class will have a similar level to yours.”
Rubén De Haro, LanguageCourse.Net - Jan 16, 2023
Does the school make up the lessons if two bank holidays fall on the same week?
“The school doesn´t make up the lessons but offers a special discounted price for such weeks. ”
Irina Zotova, LanguageCourse.Net - Nov 09, 2022

FAQ about International House, Bogota

I am interested in your intensive courses, but I am not a beginner, but more intermediate. Can I take a placement test before starting my lessons?
“Yes, either previously online or on your first day, you will do a short language test to identify your current level. This way, the school can place you in the right group. All the other students in your class will have a similar level to yours.”
Ana Carolina, Area Manager from LanguageCourse.net - Feb 11, 2022
What is the most popular accommodation offered by International House?
The accommodation Homestay is the most popular among all our clients of International House
Is it possible to take a course at International House as an absolute beginner?
Yes. The following courses can be attended as an absolute beginner: Intensive Course, Intensive Course + 10, Intensive Course + 5, Private Lessons 10
Is airport pickup offered by International House?
Yes. The school offers pickup from El Dorado International Airport (135 US$)
What is the number of students per class at International House?
Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at International House varies from 1 students (Private Lessons 10) to 8 students (Intensive Course)
Which countries are students of International House from?
The highest Nationality percentage at International House comes from Germany with a 15% representation, followed by students from Switzerland (12%) and USA (12%).
International House offers courses for which ages?
International House offers courses from 16 years to 99. Average age is 24 during the summer and 26 for the rest of the year.

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International House Bogota Prices & Dates 2025
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Terms of International House

First day of course
Written and oral level test is performed. Students should arrive at 8:30
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
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Legal name/parent company
Servicios Linguisticos IH Colombia SAS | Tax registration ID: NIT901010913 0

Visa Documents

Nationals from Hong Kong require a visa to enter and study in Colombia.
Check visa requirements for nationals from other countries.
Nationals from countries that require a visa will receive documents from the school, related to booking confirmation, which is required for the visa application.
Full payment of all fees required before school dispatches documents required for visa application
No
Free shipment via regular mail
Yes
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