The best hotels in La Paz
La Paz has 8,000+ places to stay, and most of them will disappoint you at altitude. We reviewed the standouts. these 10 made the cut.
Our Top Picks in La Paz
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Stannum Boutique Hotel
San Pedro, La Paz
Free cancellation & Pay later
Camino Real Aparthotel
San Miguel, La Paz
Free cancellation & Pay later
Presidente Hotel
City Center, La Paz
Free cancellation & Pay later
All Hotels Compared
Side-by-side comparison to help you pick the right hotel. Prices reflect shoulder season averages.
| # | Hotel | City & Area | Price/Night | Score | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hostal Naira | Casco Viejo, La Paz | $45–70/night | 7.8/10 | Budget Pick |
| 2 | Hotel Milton | Sopocachi, La Paz | $65–95/night | 8/10 | Best Value |
| 3 | Stannum Boutique Hotel | San Pedro, La Paz | $105–160/night | 8.6/10 | Hidden Gem |
| 4 | Atix Hotel | Zona Sur, La Paz | $120–190/night | 9/10 | Top Rated |
| 5 | Hotel Ritz Apart | Miraflores, La Paz | $130–180/night | 8.2/10 | Business Pick |
| 6 | Casa Grande Hotel | Calacoto, La Paz | $150–210/night | 8.7/10 | Most Popular |
| 7 | Hotel Europa | City Center, La Paz | $165–220/night | 8.4/10 | Best Location |
| 8 | Camino Real Aparthotel | San Miguel, La Paz | $180–240/night | 8.5/10 | Family Friendly |
| 9 | Presidente Hotel | City Center, La Paz | $260–350/night | 8.9/10 | Luxury Pick |
| 10 | Xanadu Hotel | Achumani, La Paz | $290–420/night | 9.1/10 | Romantic Stay |
Why These Hotels Made Our List
Every hotel earned its spot. Here's exactly why we picked each one.
Hostal Naira
Hostal Naira sits on Calle Sagarnaga, right in the thick of the witches market area and just steps from San Francisco Church. Rooms are basic but clean, with hot water that actually works at altitude. The staff speak English and are genuinely helpful with tour recommendations. Breakfast is simple but included and gives you enough fuel before heading out. A solid base if you want to be central without spending much.
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Hotel Milton
Hotel Milton is located on Calle Illimani in the Sopocachi neighborhood, a quieter residential area with good cafe and restaurant access. The rooms are dated but spacious, and the beds are more comfortable than you would expect at this price point. Altitude sickness tea is offered at check-in, which is a thoughtful touch for new arrivals. The street noise is minimal compared to hotels closer to the market district. Good choice if you want a calmer stay without being far from the center.
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Stannum Boutique Hotel
Stannum is a small boutique hotel on Calle Colombia, close to the San Pedro market and a short walk from the city center. The design mixes contemporary style with local Bolivian textiles and artwork in a way that feels authentic rather than forced. Rooms are well-proportioned with good natural light and comfortable linens. The on-site restaurant serves Bolivian dishes that are worth eating even if you are not staying here. Service is attentive without being intrusive.
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Atix Hotel
Atix Hotel is one of the best mid-range options in La Paz, located in the Zona Sur district near Calacoto, which is the city's more modern and upscale end. The rooms are stylish and well-equipped, with mountain views from the upper floors that are genuinely impressive. The restaurant focuses on modern Bolivian cuisine and is consistently good. It sits at a slightly lower altitude than the historic center, which can help guests acclimatize more comfortably. Worth the slightly higher price for the quality on offer.
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Hotel Ritz Apart
Hotel Ritz Apart is situated on Avenida 6 de Agosto in the Miraflores area, close to several government offices and commercial streets. The aparthotel format means rooms are larger than average and include small kitchenettes, which suits longer stays well. Decor is functional and clean rather than stylish, but everything works reliably. The location has good transport links to the city center and the airport. A practical pick for business travelers or anyone staying more than a few nights.
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Casa Grande Hotel
Casa Grande is a well-established hotel on Calle 16 in Calacoto, one of La Paz's most pleasant residential and dining neighborhoods. The rooms are large and smartly furnished, with the suites offering particularly good space and city views. The swimming pool and spa are unexpected bonuses given the altitude. Staff are professional and the concierge team is excellent at arranging day trips to the salt flats and Lake Titicaca. This hotel consistently appears on best-of lists for La Paz and deserves the attention.
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Hotel Europa
Hotel Europa has been operating on Calle Tiwanaku in central La Paz for decades and remains one of the more reliable mid-range choices in the historic core. The building is large and the rooms are comfortable, if a little predictable in their styling. Its central location puts you within walking distance of the Plaza Murillo, the presidential palace, and the main commercial streets. The buffet breakfast is substantial and popular with both tourists and business guests. A dependable option with no major surprises.
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Camino Real Aparthotel
Camino Real is located in the San Miguel district of Zona Sur, an area with supermarkets, parks, and family-friendly restaurants within easy reach. The apartment-style rooms are genuinely spacious, with full kitchens and separate living areas that work well for families. The building is well-maintained and the security is good. It sits at a more manageable altitude than the old city center, which families with young children often appreciate. The surrounding neighborhood is pleasant for evening walks.
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Presidente Hotel
The Presidente Hotel stands on Calle Potosi in central La Paz and is one of the city's longest-running luxury addresses. The upper floor rooms have sweeping views of the surrounding bowl-shaped city and the snow-capped Illimani mountain. Rooms are finished to a high standard with quality beds and proper blackout curtains. The casino, spa, and multiple dining options make it easy to spend an evening without leaving the building. It is the kind of hotel that handles everything smoothly and without fuss.
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Xanadu Hotel
Xanadu is a luxury boutique property in the Achumani area of Zona Sur, set back from the main road and designed with privacy and views in mind. Each room is individually decorated with high-end local materials and the panoramic windows frame the surrounding valley and mountains beautifully. The restaurant is one of the best in the city, with a chef who sources ingredients from local Bolivian producers. The spa treatments incorporate indigenous ingredients and techniques that feel genuinely distinctive. It is expensive by La Paz standards but delivers an experience well above the price.
Check AvailabilityWhere to Stay in La Paz
The neighborhood you pick matters more than the hotel.
Altitude: the one thing every visitor gets wrong
La Paz sits between 3,300m in Zona Sur and 3,650m in the City Center. That's not a minor detail. It affects your sleep, your appetite, and how fast you can walk up Calle Sagárnaga without needing to stop.
Book your first 2 nights in Zona Sur or San Pedro, lower neighborhoods where the air is slightly less thin. Drink coca tea, offered free at almost every hotel, skip alcohol your first night, and don't go sprinting up to Mirador Killi Killi on day one. We've seen this mistake hundreds of times.
Zona Sur vs. City Center: which base is right for you
City Center and Casco Viejo put you 5 minutes walk from Plaza Murillo, the Mercado de las Brujas on Calle Melchor Jiménez, and the Teleférico stations. It's noisier, busier, and more intense. That's either the point or a dealbreaker depending on who you are.
Zona Sur, specifically Calacoto and San Miguel, is where wealthy paceños actually live. The restaurant scene on Calle 21 and around Parque Urbano is genuinely excellent, altitude is lower, and you can actually walk at a normal pace. Expect to add $15-20 in taxi fares per day to reach the historic center.
Getting around: the Teleférico is better than any taxi
La Paz's cable car network has 10 color-coded lines and covers more vertical drop than any urban transit system in the world. A single ride costs 3 Bolivianos, about $0.40. The Red and Orange lines are the most useful for tourists, connecting El Alto, the City Center, and Sopocachi.
For getting between Zona Sur and the City Center, taxis via InDriver run $3-5 and take 15-20 minutes. Avoid street taxis without meters, especially at night near Plaza del Estudiante. Radio taxis called through your hotel are the safest and cheapest option after dark.
When to book: festivals that fill the city fast
Three events genuinely change the hotel market. Alasitas, the miniature wish fair on Avenida del Ejército, runs the last week of January. Gran Poder, a massive street parade through the Sopocachi and City Center districts, falls in late May or early June. And the August 6 Independence Day long weekend brings domestic tourists from all over Bolivia.
During these three windows, book 6 weeks out minimum. Prices jump 25-40% and the 10 best hotels sell out completely. Every other time of year, 2 weeks ahead is enough, and you'll often find better rates booking 5-7 days before arrival in the shoulder months of April and September.
Neighborhoods the guidebooks oversell
The area around the main bus terminal on Avenida Antofagasta gets recommended in budget guides as 'convenient for onward travel.' It is. But it's also loud from 5am, street crime is higher than in Sopocachi or San Pedro, and the guesthouses there are mostly grim. Save the convenience for your last night if you have a dawn bus.
Same goes for parts of the Cementerio district near Avenida Buenos Aires. The market is worth visiting for half a day, but you don't want to sleep there. Skip it. Hostal Naira in the Casco Viejo costs only slightly more and is a completely different experience.
What La Paz hotels actually include (and what they don't)
Breakfast is included at most mid-range and luxury hotels, including Casa Grande in Calacoto and Hotel Europa on Calle Tiahuanacu. At budget spots like Hostal Naira, it's sometimes included, sometimes optional for $5-8 extra. Always confirm. Bolivian hotel breakfast usually means fresh bread, cheese, eggs, and api (a hot purple corn drink that's worth trying).
Wi-Fi is standard everywhere on our list, but speeds drop in older buildings in the Casco Viejo. If you're working remotely, Atix Hotel and Camino Real Aparthotel in San Miguel have the most reliable connections. Airport transfers are almost never included unless you book a package, so budget $15-18 from El Alto airport regardless of which hotel you choose.
La Paz's best neighborhoods
Start with Sopocachi or San Pedro if you want walkability and real neighborhood life. Zona Sur is quieter, more polished, and worth it if you're staying more than 3 nights.
City Center & Casco Viejo 3 vetted hotels Maximum history, maximum noise, maximum convenience.
Maximum history, maximum noise, maximum convenience.
This is the beating heart of La Paz. Plaza Murillo, the Mercado de las Brujas on Calle Melchor Jiménez, the colonial streets of Calle Jaén, the Teleférico Green Line station. Everything the city is famous for is within 10 minutes on foot. You'll pay for that access with noise starting at 6am and altitude sitting at around 3,600m.
Hotel Europa on Calle Tiahuanacu earns its Best Location badge honestly. You're 3 minutes walk from the Witches' Market and 8 minutes from Plaza Murillo. Hostal Naira on Calle Sagárnaga sits right in the Casco Viejo action, cheaper and more characterful, perfect if you want colonial atmosphere without paying boutique prices.
This region suits first-time visitors to La Paz who want to see everything without taxis. If you're sensitive to altitude or street noise, consider San Pedro or Sopocachi instead. Prices here are honest: $45-220/night covers the full range from budget guesthouse to mid-range business hotel.
Sopocachi & San Pedro 2 vetted hotels The neighborhood where paceños actually hang out.
The neighborhood where paceños actually hang out.
Sopocachi is La Paz's café and gallery district. Avenida 20 de Octubre is lined with coffee shops, wine bars, and restaurants that cater to locals, not tour groups. It's 15 minutes walk from the City Center and connected via the Teleférico Yellow Line. San Pedro is slightly more residential but borders the lively Mercado San Pedro, one of the best food markets in the country.
Hotel Milton sits in the middle of Sopocachi, 10 minutes walk from Parque El Montículo and 5 minutes from the best coffee on Avenida Arce. It's honest mid-range: clean, well-run, and genuinely good value at $65-95/night. Stannum Boutique Hotel in San Pedro is a step up in style, with a rooftop view of the city bowl and easy access to Calle Murillo galleries.
This region works for repeat visitors, digital nomads, and anyone who wants neighborhood life over tourist convenience. It's also slightly lower in altitude than the Casco Viejo, which matters more than people expect. The $65-160/night price range covers both budget-conscious and boutique travelers.
Zona Sur: Calacoto, San Miguel & Miraflores 4 vetted hotels Lower altitude, better restaurants, and the city's most comfortable hotels.
Lower altitude, better restaurants, and the city's most comfortable hotels.
Zona Sur is where La Paz's upper class lives, and the infrastructure shows. Calacoto and San Miguel have the best restaurant strip in the city along Calle 21, proper supermarkets, parks you can actually walk through at night, and hotels that match international standards. The altitude here is around 3,300m, noticeably easier than the City Center.
Casa Grande in Calacoto is the most popular hotel in the city for good reason: it's polished, well-located near Parque Urbano, and consistent. Atix Hotel nearby sets the benchmark for luxury in La Paz. Camino Real Aparthotel in San Miguel works perfectly for families or stays over a week, with apartment-style rooms and a proper kitchen. Hotel Ritz Apart in Miraflores is the business traveler's pick, close to corporate offices on Avenida Montenegro.
The trade-off is distance. You're 15-20 minutes by taxi from the Mercado de las Brujas and Plaza Murillo, and those rides add up. But if you're spending more than 4 nights in La Paz, the quality of life difference is worth the extra taxi budget. Expect $120-210/night across this region.
Achumani & Outer Zona Sur 1 vetted hotel Where La Paz's top luxury property sits, away from everything.
Where La Paz's top luxury property sits, away from everything.
Achumani is the quietest, most residential corner of Zona Sur. It's 25 minutes from the City Center, borders the hills above the southern bowl, and is where you go when you want genuinely high-end accommodations without any tourist foot traffic around you. This isn't a neighborhood you wander: it's a neighborhood you arrive in with purpose.
Xanadu Hotel is the only property on our list here, and it earns its spot as our top-rated pick at 9.1. Rooms at $290-420/night are priced at a level that would be modest in Lima or Santiago for what's delivered. The views across the canyon toward Illimani are the kind you don't forget. It's particularly well-suited for honeymoons and special occasions.
Getting around from Achumani requires a taxi every time. Budget $8-12 per ride to Calacoto and $15-20 to the City Center. That's the price of privacy and altitude relief. Most guests here rent a car or arrange a driver for day trips to Valle de la Luna, just 10 minutes away.
Best Areas by Vibe
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Romantic Getaway
Achumani is the call here. Xanadu Hotel sits above the city with canyon views toward Illimani, and you're 10 minutes from Valle de la Luna for a sunrise walk that feels genuinely otherworldly. Dinner at Gustu on Calle Mugica in Calacoto rounds out the night properly.
Culture & History
Base yourself in the Casco Viejo, 5 minutes walk from Calle Jaén's string of colonial museums and 8 minutes from Plaza Murillo. Hotel Europa puts you on Calle Tiahuanacu, steps from the Witches' Market and the Museo Nacional de Arqueología.
Family Travel
San Miguel in Zona Sur is the right call for families. Camino Real Aparthotel has proper kitchen facilities and is walking distance from Parque Urbano, where kids can actually run around at 3,300m without gasping. There's a good supermarket on Calle 16 within 5 minutes.
Budget Travel
Casco Viejo around Calle Sagárnaga is where you get the most for the least. Hostal Naira runs $45-70/night and puts you right in the middle of the market streets, 3 minutes from Mercado de las Brujas and 10 from Plaza Murillo.
Foodie Scene
Calacoto's Calle 21 strip is the best eating in Bolivia, full stop. Casa Grande Hotel puts you within walking distance of Gustu, Ali Pacha, and half a dozen ceviche spots that use fresh fish trucked up overnight from the Pacific. This is the neighborhood for serious eaters.
Business Travel
Miraflores is La Paz's corporate district, and Hotel Ritz Apart on Avenida Montenegro is the sensible base. You're close to the financial offices on Avenida Arce and 20 minutes from the airport on a clear morning. Meeting rooms, reliable Wi-Fi, and actual blackout curtains.
Location Quality
Is the neighborhood walkable? Are restaurants, shops, and attractions within 10 minutes on foot? How does it feel after dark? We evaluate safety, public transport access, and whether the area has genuine local character or just tourist traps. A hotel in the wrong neighborhood ruins a trip. That's why location carries the most weight.
Value for Money
We compare what you pay against what you get. A €150 hotel with a great location, clean rooms, and helpful staff can outscore a €500 hotel with fancy amenities in a bad area. We factor in seasonal pricing, cancellation policies, and hidden costs like tourist tax and breakfast surcharges. The goal is finding the best ratio, not the lowest price.
Guest Experience
We analyze thousands of verified guest reviews across multiple platforms, looking for patterns rather than individual complaints. Consistent praise for cleanliness, staff, and room quality counts. We also assess the intangibles: does the hotel have character? Would you recommend it to a friend? A soul-less chain hotel with perfect facilities still loses to a well-run boutique with personality.
When to Visit La Paz
When to visit La Paz and what to pay.
Dry Season (May-October)
This is when La Paz is at its sharpest: clear skies, snow-capped Illimani visible from the city, and the Gran Poder parade filling Sopocachi and the City Center in late May or early June. July and August are the busiest weeks, with European visitors arriving in numbers and hotel prices peaking 25-30% above average. Book the Gran Poder weekend at least 6 weeks ahead or you'll be left with the bus terminal guesthouses.
Shoulder Season (April & September-October)
This is honestly our favorite window. April catches the tail end of the rainy season with occasional afternoon showers but dramatically fewer tourists. September and October are dry, warm, and the city feels like it belongs to you. Mid-range hotels like Stannum in San Pedro and Hotel Milton in Sopocachi drop to $80-130/night. Flights are cheaper too, typically 20-30% below July peak fares.
Rainy Season (November-March)
Rain in La Paz means afternoon downpours, not all-day grey. Mornings are usually clear enough for sightseeing, and the altiplano around Tiwanaku is green and photogenic. The Alasitas festival at the end of January is the one high point, drawing crowds to Avenida del Ejército for the famous miniature market. Outside that week, you can negotiate good rates at most hotels, and Zona Sur restaurants are noticeably quieter.
Festival Windows (Jan, Jun, Aug)
Three specific windows drive major price spikes. Alasitas last week of January, Gran Poder in late May to early June, and Independence Day on August 6. During these periods, top hotels add 25-40% surcharges, and properties like Atix Hotel and Casa Grande sell out completely. If you're planning to be in La Paz for one of these festivals, that's great. Just budget for it and book at least 6 weeks out.
Booking Tips for La Paz
Insider tips for booking hotels in La Paz.
Don't stay near the bus terminal your first night
The guesthouses around Avenida Antofagasta and Terminal Terrestre are cheap, starting around $20-30/night, but they're loud from 5am, in a high-traffic zone for petty theft, and terrible for altitude acclimatization. Spend your first night in Sopocachi or San Pedro. You'll feel the difference by morning.
Book Alasitas and Gran Poder weekends 6 weeks out
These two festivals, Alasitas on Avenida del Ejército in late January and Gran Poder through Sopocachi in late May or early June, fill every decent hotel in the city. The 10 best properties sell out completely. Book 6 weeks ahead for Gran Poder, 4 weeks for Alasitas. Anything less and you're paying panic rates or sleeping badly.
Use InDriver, not street taxis
Street taxis without meters in La Paz can charge tourists 3-4x the real fare, especially near Plaza del Estudiante and the Witches' Market. InDriver shows you the fare before you confirm: $3-5 for most city hops, $8-12 from Zona Sur to the City Center. Your hotel can also call a radio taxi, which is equally safe and usually arrives in under 5 minutes.
Ask your hotel for a free altitude kit on arrival
Every hotel worth staying at in La Paz keeps coca tea, and most mid-range and above properties including Hotel Europa and Atix Hotel offer small altitude kits with Sorojchi Pills on arrival. Ask for them at check-in. They're free or cost under $2 and they genuinely help. Don't wait until you have a headache at 11pm to ask.
Zona Sur is 300m lower. It matters.
The difference between sleeping in the City Center at 3,600m and sleeping in Calacoto at 3,300m sounds small. It isn't. If you've had altitude sickness before or you're flying in from near sea level, start in Zona Sur and give yourself 48 hours before walking up to the Casco Viejo markets. Casa Grande and Atix Hotel in Calacoto are the right first-night choices.
Tap water is not safe to drink. even in luxury hotels
This applies to every hotel on our list, including Xanadu at $290-420/night and Presidente Hotel in the City Center. La Paz tap water is not safe for travelers. Every hotel provides bottled water, but charges $2-4 per bottle in the room. Buy a 5-liter jug from any corner shop on Calle Sagárnaga or Avenida 6 de Agosto for under $1 and refill a reusable bottle. Simple.
Hotels in La Paz — FAQ
Everything you need to know before booking hotels in La Paz.
What's the best neighborhood to stay in La Paz?
Sopocachi is our top pick for most travelers. It sits between the City Center and Zona Sur, walkable to Parque El Montículo and lined with cafés on Avenida 20 de Octubre. You're 15 minutes by taxi from Plaza Murillo and 10 minutes from the Mercado de las Brujas. Hotels here run $65-150/night and deliver real value.
Is La Paz safe for tourists?
The Casco Viejo, Sopocachi, and Zona Sur neighborhoods are all reasonably safe for tourists, especially during the day. Avoid the area around the main bus terminal on Avenida Antofagasta after dark, and don't walk through the Cementerio district at night. Taxis from apps like InDriver or radio taxis from your hotel cost $3-6 for most city trips and are the smart move after 10pm.
How does altitude affect my hotel choice in La Paz?
This matters more than most people realize. The City Center and Casco Viejo sit at around 3,600m above sea level. Zona Sur, particularly Calacoto and San Miguel, sits about 300m lower at roughly 3,300m, which makes a real difference on your first 2 days. If you're prone to altitude sickness, book Zona Sur first and give yourself 48 hours before heading uphill to the markets and museums.
When is the best time to visit La Paz?
May through October is the dry season and the most popular window. July and August are peak months, with temperatures around 7-17°C and hotel prices rising 20-30% above low-season rates. The Alasitas festival in late January and the Gran Poder parade in May-June both spike demand, so book those weeks at least 6 weeks ahead. April and September are the sweet spot: dry enough, far fewer crowds, and mid-range hotels drop to $80-130/night.
How do I get around La Paz without a car?
La Paz's Teleférico cable car network is genuinely one of the best urban transit systems in South America, with 10 lines connecting El Alto down to Zona Sur for about $0.30 per ride. The Red Line links Ciudad Satélite to the City Center in under 20 minutes. Taxis via InDriver run $2-5 for most hops within the bowl of the city, and microbuses on Avenida 6 de Agosto cost under $0.20 but require local knowledge.
What's the difference between City Center hotels and Zona Sur hotels?
City Center hotels on and around Plaza Murillo put you close to the Mercado de las Brujas, Calle Jaén museums, and the Teleférico Green Line, but streets get noisy and chaotic by 8am. Zona Sur, specifically Calacoto and San Miguel, is quieter, lower altitude, and home to the best restaurants in the city along Calle 21 de Calacoto. You'll pay $120-210/night in Zona Sur vs. $65-165/night in the City Center, and you'll need a 15-minute taxi to get to the historic sights.
Are there good budget hotels in La Paz that aren't hostels?
Yes, and the Casco Viejo is your best bet. Hostal Naira on Calle Sagárnaga sits right in the action, 5 minutes walk from the Mercado de las Brujas, and runs $45-70/night for a private room. It's a proper guesthouse, not a party hostel. Hotel Milton in Sopocachi is the next step up at $65-95/night, and it punches well above its price on service and room quality.
Do I need to book hotels far in advance in La Paz?
For most of the year, 2-3 weeks ahead is plenty. The exceptions are Alasitas week (last week of January), Gran Poder parade weekend (late May or early June), and the Independence Day long weekend around August 6. During those periods, the 10 best hotels fill up fast, and you're looking at paying 25-35% more if you book last minute. For everything else, booking 10-14 days out gets you good rates.
Is tipping expected at La Paz hotels?
Tipping isn't mandatory but it's appreciated, especially in mid-range and luxury hotels. At Atix Hotel in Zona Sur or Casa Grande in Calacoto, leaving 20-30 Bolivianos ($3-4) for housekeeping over a 3-night stay is a fair gesture. At budget spots like Hostal Naira, it's not expected but won't be refused. Service charges aren't automatically added in Bolivia, unlike in some neighboring countries.
What's the easiest way to get from El Alto Airport to my hotel?
El Alto International Airport sits at 4,061m, about 20-25 minutes from the City Center by taxi depending on traffic on Autopista La Paz-El Alto. Official airport taxis cost $12-18 to most central neighborhoods. The Teleférico Blue Line connects El Alto to the upper city, but with luggage it's not practical. Radio taxis booked through your hotel are safer and often cheaper than flagging one outside arrivals.
Which La Paz neighborhoods should I avoid when booking?
Skip hotels in the Cementerio district around Avenida Buenos Aires, not because it's dangerous in the day, but because the streets are loud, congested with market traffic from 6am, and you'll get zero sleep. The area immediately around the main bus terminal on Avenida Antofagasta is similar. These zones have budget guesthouses that market themselves as 'centrally located' but the location isn't an asset.
Are La Paz hotels good value compared to other South American capitals?
Genuinely yes. A $120-160/night hotel in La Paz delivers what you'd pay $250+ for in Santiago or Bogotá. Stannum Boutique Hotel in San Pedro and Casa Grande in Calacoto are both under $210/night and would be considered boutique luxury in most other cities. Even the top end, like Xanadu Hotel in Achumani at $290-420/night, is significantly cheaper than comparable properties in Lima or Buenos Aires.