Fodor's Expert Review Hostal Chawi

Coroico, La Paz, Bolivia Fodor's Choice

This is the best budget place to stay not quite in town. It offers a few rooms with bare brick walls, simple wooden furniture, and the obligatory terrace with stunning views, but stands out for being well kept and having a warm, welcoming staff. Most rooms have shared bathrooms (which are impeccably maintained); there is only one en-suite. The restaurant sources some of its food from the garden and as much as possible locally. The menu, vegetarian only, changes daily, as does the breakfast (except for the great coffee), which keeps things interesting.

PROS

  • friendly and knowledgeable staff
  • big property and garden makes the hostel feel secluded, though it is only a short walk from the plaza
  • they are genuinely working toward making the property 100% ecologically sustainable

CONS

  • can be tricky to find—a little out of town and not well known by locals
  • no Wi-Fi

QUICK FACTS

Hotel
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HOTEL INFO

Phones: 591-7355--5644

HOTEL DETAILS

3 rooms
Rate Includes: Free Breakfast, No credit cards