Best Luxury Hotels in Bolivia
This guide is all about the best luxury hotels in Bolivia.
Bolivia may not be the first destination that comes to mind when you think of luxury travel. This landlocked country is among the poorest and least visited in all of South America.
But adventurous travelers who venture off the beaten path to Bolivia will be rewarded with beautiful scenery, incredible experiences, and so much more in an overall fantastic destination.
Although it’s nowhere near the level of some other countries in South America, Bolivia has a nascent luxury tourism industry. Most accommodations in Bolivia either cater to Western backpackers or locals. Neither of these types of accommodation may be up to par with what the typical Western luxury traveler expects.
However, more and more luxury hotels are opening in Bolivia. Below I’ve highlighted some of the best Bolivia luxury hotels in the most popular destinations around the country.
Where to Stay in Bolivia
There are so many amazing places to visit in Bolivia, and it’s an incredibly diverse country. Depending on how much time you have, here are some of the best places to go on a trip to Bolivia:
- La Paz (the de facto capital)
- Sucre (the actual capital)
- Salar de Uyuni (otherworldly desert landscapes and salt flats)
- Copacabana (lakefront town on Lake Titicaca)
- Santa Cruz de la Sierra (gateway to the Amazon)
If you only have one week in Bolivia, a few days in La Paz (with a day trip to Copacabana) and a few days on a tour of the Salar de Uyuni is a good itinerary. If you have more time, you can add a visit to Sucre and Santa Cruz de la Sierra, which is a jumping-off point for tours to the Amazon Rainforest.
Here are my top picks for where to stay in Bolivia:
- Best in La Paz: Atix Hotel
- Best in Sucre: Parador Santa Maria La Real
- Best in Santa Cruz de la Sierra: Marriott Santa Cruz de la Sierra Hotel
- Best in Salar de Uyuni: Hotel Palacio de Sal
And here’s a full breakdown of the best luxury hotels in Bolivia.
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Casa Grande Hotel
Location: La Paz
Casa Grande Hotel is a great Bolivia luxury hotel located in Zona Sur. This residential neighborhood in the southern part of La Paz is known for being the most high-end area of the city, and it’s just a short (and extremely scenic!) cable car ride away from the historic center and popular tourist sites of La Paz.
Guests staying at this luxury hotel will enjoy amenities such as an indoor swimming pool, a spa, a fitness center, an on-site restaurant, and two bars. Breakfast is included with your stay.
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Met Hotel
Location: La Paz
Met Hotel in La Paz is one of the best luxury hotels in Bolivia. Located in the high-end Zona Sur neighborhood of La Paz, this five-star hotel offers modern and luxurious style in a great area of the city.
You’ll be within walking distance of dining and shopping in Zona Sur. The hotel offers amenities like an indoor swimming pool, a hot tub, a fitness center, a rooftop terrace, and free daily breakfast.
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Atix Hotel
Location: La Paz
Atix Hotel is one of the most incredible luxury hotels in La Paz. Located in the chic, high-end Zona Sur neighborhood, you can reach the historic center of the city by cable car.
This hotel offers swanky guest rooms, a magnificent indoor swimming pool with views of the city, and a fitness center. Guests are greeted with a free welcome drink and breakfast is included each morning.
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Ritz Apart Hotel
No, it’s not exactly the Ritz-Carlton, but Ritz Apart Hotel is still one of the nicest places to stay in the central part of La Paz. This luxury hotel is a good value and includes free breakfast each morning.
It’s located in the trendy Sopocachi neighborhood, and within a thirty-minute walk or a short cable car ride to the Witches’ Market, Plaza Murillo, and other popular destinations in La Paz.
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Parador Santa Maria La Real
Location: Sucre
Parador Santa Maria La Real is the best luxury hotel in Sucre, Bolivia. Sucre is known for being a very beautiful city featuring elegant white-washed buildings with orange-tiled roofs. This luxury hotel is located in the heart of the historic center of Sucre, making it the perfect place to base yourself.
The hotel is situated in a colonial-style building that dates back to the 18th century. Amenities include a spa with a sauna and a hot tub, and free breakfast that can be served in the room.
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Marriott Santa Cruz de la Sierra Hotel
Location: Santa Cruz de la Sierra
Marriott Santa Cruz de la Sierra Hotel is one of the best luxury hotels in Bolivia’s largest city, Santa Cruz de la Sierra. Santa Cruz is known for being the country’s economic hub, so there are quite a few luxury hotels to choose from. It’s also a gateway to exploring the Amazon Rainforest further afield.
This five-star hotel has a great location in the city, and offers guests many amenities like sleek and modern rooms, a rooftop swimming pool, a hot tub, a fitness center, and free bike rentals.
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Los Tajibos, Santa Cruz de la Sierra
Location: Santa Cruz de la Sierra
Another one of the best luxury hotels in Santa Cruz is Los Tajibos, part of Marriott’s Tribute Portfolio Hotels. This five-star hotel is another great place to stay in Sant Cruz. The design, rooms, and grounds of this hotel reflect the subtropical climate of Santa Cruz and give a nod to the nearby jungle.
At Los Tajibos, guests will enjoy amenities like an outdoor swimming pool, a fitness center, and a spa with a sauna. A free breakfast is included each morning during your stay at this hotel.
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Swissotel Santa Cruz de La Sierra
Location: Santa Cruz de la Sierra
Swissotel Santa Cruz de la Sierra is another good option for luxury hotels in Santa Cruz. Located a little further out from the city center, this hotel will make you feel like you’ve entered a tranquil oasis.
The hotel offers guests plenty of amenities, including a rooftop swimming pool with spectacular views of the city and the surrounding land. There’s also a hot tub, a fitness center, a sauna, and free bike rentals.
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Hotel Palacio de Sal
Location: Uyuni
Taking a tour of the Uyuni salt flats and surrounding desert is one of the top activities you shouldn’t miss in Bolivia. While many tours are very basic and involve roughing it, you can also book luxury tours and stay in accommodations like Hotel Palacio de Sal, the best hotel in Uyuni.
This luxury hotel is built entirely out of salt bricks and features some furniture made out of salt too, as is common in the area. Guests will enjoy amazing luxury rooms, an indoor pool and hot tubs, a spa, and breathtaking views of the surrounding landscapes. The hotel also offers free breakfast each morning.
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Best Luxury Hotels in Bolivia
This guide showed you the best luxury hotels in Bolivia.
To recap, my top picks for where to stay are:
- Best in La Paz: Atix Hotel
- Best in Sucre: Parador Santa Maria La Real
- Best in Santa Cruz de la Sierra: Marriott Santa Cruz de la Sierra Hotel
- Best in Salar de Uyuni: Hotel Palacio de Sal
Have a great trip and enjoy your trip to Bolivia!
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