La Casona

La Paz’s first boutique design hotel, the Atix is a breath of fresh air, a cool contemporary space that celebrates Bolivian art, culture and heritage. Better still, at around 3300m above sea-level, it sits a good bit lower than central La Paz, ideal for those looking to acclimitise better to the altitude. A member of the “Design Hotels” group, its very structure has been inspired by Bolivia’s diverse landscapes, with an eye-catching parallelogram design and stunning ba...

Originally the Consul of Panama and now a listed heritage site, the Hotel Consulado evokes the colonial elegance of a bygone era and is awash with antique furniture, polished hardwood floors and graceful rooms. A splendid glass conservatory opens onto a small Victorian garden, an oasis of peace from the outside world and home to humming birds. There are just 7 handsome, en-suite guestrooms overlooking the garden. The décor is perfectly in tune with the hotel’s classic ambiance and features...

Launched in 1998, the Europa is a modern hotel in easy reach of the city’s restaurants and city attractions including the witches’ market. Its design is distinctly American in feel with generous communal areas yet look beyond the standard, business décor and you find artwork from Gaston Ugalde, Bolivia’s most famous artist. The rooms and suites are all modern and comfortable, warmed by under-floor heating and dressed in light, neutral tones. For those wishing to dine in, the Europa...