What Everything Actually Costs
Nobody tells you the real numbers before you go. Every "guide" is vague about money because specifics are awkward. This is everything we wish someone had told us—covers, drinks, VIP rooms, tips, the works. Your wallet will thank us later. Or curse us. Probably both.
Quick Reference: Tonight's Budget
Budget Night
$40–60
Cover, drinks, tips, Uber
Standard Night
$100–150
+ VIP room or lap dances
Baller Night
$250–500+
Bottles, VIP, the works
Strip Club Prices
Here's what nobody posts on their website. The actual numbers. The ranges exist because prices vary by night, by venue tier, and by how gringo you look. Thursday is cheaper than Saturday. La 33 is cheaper than Poblado. Looking like you've been here before? Priceless. Actually, it just means fewer upsells.
Cover Charges
What it costs just to walk in the door
| Venue | COP | USD |
|---|---|---|
| La Islaincludes first drink | 20,000 | $5 |
| Fase II | 20,000 | $5 |
| Luna Lunera24/7, same price always | 20,000 | $5 |
| Anfitriónmin spend 250k if empty | 20,000 | $5 |
| Bada Boombest value on La 33 | 15,000 | $4 |
| Fantasia Show | 15,000–20,000 | $4–5 |
| San Diego Show (Centro)Centro prices | 10,000–15,000 | $2–4 |
Drinks
Liquid courage at strip club markups
| Item | Range (COP) | USD |
|---|---|---|
| Beer (domestic) | 12,000–25,000 | $3–6 |
| Beer (imported) | 20,000–35,000 | $5–8 |
| Aguardiente (shot) | 10,000–15,000 | $2–4 |
| Aguardiente (half bottle) | 120,000–180,000 | $30–45 |
| Cocktail | 25,000–40,000 | $6–10 |
| Whiskey (shot) | 30,000–50,000 | $7–12 |
| Lady drink | 40,000–80,000 | $10–20 |
The Lady Drink Game: When a dancer asks you to buy her a drink, the drink costs 2-3x normal price. She gets a cut, the house gets a cut, and you get her attention for about 15 minutes. It's the entry fee to conversation. You can say no, but she'll move on. This is how it works. Budget 2-3 lady drinks if you're planning to negotiate anything further.
Private Time
Where the real money goes
| Service | Range (COP) | USD |
|---|---|---|
| Lap dance (1 song) | 50,000–100,000 | $12–25 |
| Private dance (15 min) | 100,000–200,000 | $25–50 |
| VIP room (30 min) | 150,000–300,000 | $35–75 |
| VIP room (1 hour) | 250,000–500,000 | $60–125 |
| Salida fee (house cut) | 150,000–300,000 | $35–75 |
About Salideras: The "salida" is when you take a dancer out of the club. You pay the house their fee (above), then you negotiate directly with the girl for her time. What that costs depends on the girl, the duration, and your negotiation skills. This is separate from VIP room prices. Not all dancers do salideras. Always ask first.
Bottle Service
For the sparklers and the photo ops
| Item | Range (COP) | USD |
|---|---|---|
| Aguardiente (full bottle) | 200,000–300,000 | $50–75 |
| Whiskey (mid-tier) | 400,000–600,000 | $100–150 |
| Whiskey (premium) | 800,000–1,500,000 | $200–375 |
| Champagne | 600,000–2,000,000 | $150–500 |
| VIP table minimum | 300,000–600,000 | $75–150 |
The Sparkler Tax: Yes, the sparklers that come with your bottle are included. No, they don't make the whiskey taste better. They exist so everyone knows you ordered a bottle. It's marketing dressed as celebration. The photos are the real product.
Spa Prices
The daytime economy. These aren't regular spas—you know what they are, we know what they are, let's just talk numbers. The range is enormous because you're comparing a sketchy Centro walk-up to a literal mansion in the hills. You get what you pay for. Sometimes that's fine. Sometimes it isn't.
Budget Tier
Centro & no-frills spots
New Life Casa: $20–25 for 30 minutes. The Honda Civic of spas.
What you get: Basic room, basic experience, maximum efficiency.
Trade-off: You're in Centro. The neighborhood is sketchy. The ambiance is... utilitarian.
Mid Tier
Poblado & Laureles
Jade Palace: $50–60 standard, $90–100 extended. Poblado convenience.
Chicas Energy: ~$50 base. Near the stadium. Professional operation.
What you get: Private rooms, cleaner facilities, better selection.
Trade-off: Still feels transactional. You're paying for location and hygiene.
Premium Tier
The mansion experience
Loutron: $85–110 for full packages. The Escobar mansion energy.
Secret Garden: Similar tier, different vibe.
What you get: Model-tier selection, mountain views, marble floors, discretion.
Trade-off: Your value rating suffers. But you knew that walking in.
Cash Rules Everything: Spas almost exclusively take cash. Some accept cards with a 10-20% surcharge, which defeats the purpose of discretion anyway. Withdraw pesos before you visit. Small bills work better. Tips are expected (20,000–50,000 COP appreciated).
Bars & Regular Clubs
Not everything on this site involves dancers. Sometimes you just want a drink, some music, and the possibility of meeting someone who isn't being paid to talk to you. Here's what the regular nightlife costs.
By Neighborhood
Location determines price more than anything
Parque Lleras (Poblado)
Tourist PremiumBeer
15,000–25,000
Cocktail
35,000–60,000
Cover
30,000–80,000
Provenza (Poblado)
Bougie TaxBeer
18,000–30,000
Cocktail
45,000–70,000
Cover
30,000–50,000
La 70 (Laureles)
Local PricesBeer
8,000–15,000
Cocktail
20,000–35,000
Cover
0–20,000
Specific Venues
Charlee Hotel, Poblado
Cocktails 45–55k COP. VIP tables require 300k minimum. No cover, but the dress code is real.
Provenza speakeasy
30k cover. Cocktails comparable to a Centro strip club's VIP room. You're paying for the bookshelf door.
La 70, salsa bar
No cover. Beer is 9,000 COP. That's it. That's the whole business model. Best value in the city.
Getting Around
Uber is your best friend. Taxis exist but the app-based rides are safer, trackable, and you don't have to negotiate. The metro works for daytime but closes before the real nightlife starts. Here's what transportation costs.
| Route | Uber (COP) | USD |
|---|---|---|
| Poblado → La 33 | 15,000–25,000 | $4–6 |
| Poblado → La 70 | 12,000–20,000 | $3–5 |
| Poblado → Centro | 12,000–18,000 | $3–5 |
| Laureles → Poblado | 12,000–18,000 | $3–5 |
| Airport → Poblado | 90,000–120,000 | $22–30 |
| Within Poblado | 8,000–12,000 | $2–3 |
Surge Pricing Is Real: Friday and Saturday nights after midnight, expect Uber prices to double. The strip club areas (La 33 especially) get hammered with surge at 2-3 AM. If you're leaving at peak times, accept the surge or wait 20 minutes for it to drop. Don't try to hail a street taxi at 3 AM in La 33. Just don't.
Budget Tiers: Pick Your Adventure
What kind of night are you having? Here's what each budget level actually looks like.
The Budget Night
$40–60You're watching the show, having a few drinks, and going home with your wallet mostly intact.
- • Cover at Bada Boom: $4
- • 4 beers: $15
- • Tips (bathroom, stage): $5
- • Uber both ways: $10
- • Late-night food: $8
Best for: Weeknights, exploring, pacing yourself
The Standard Night
$100–150You're engaging. Buying lady drinks. Maybe a lap dance or short VIP session.
- • Cover at La Isla: $5
- • 5 drinks: $25
- • 2 lady drinks: $30
- • VIP room (15 min): $35
- • Tips: $15
- • Uber + food: $20
Best for: Weekend nights, the full experience
The Baller Night
$250–500+Bottles. VIP tables. Extended private time. The full send.
- • VIP table minimum: $75
- • Bottle service: $100
- • Multiple VIP sessions: $100
- • Tips (generous): $40
- • Surge Uber + nice dinner: $50
- • Optional salida: $150+
Best for: Bachelor parties, special occasions, no regrets
The Daytime Detour
$80–180The spa experience. Different economics, different energy.
- • Budget spa (Centro): $25 + $10 tip
- • Mid-tier spa (Poblado): $60 + $15 tip
- • Premium spa (Loutron): $100 + $25 tip
- • Uber round trip: $15
Best for: Daytime, discretion, the "spa" on your calendar
Now You Know the Numbers
Armed with actual prices, you can budget properly and avoid the "what did I spend last night?" panic. Check out our venue reviews to see where your money goes furthest.