Hotel Rosario la Paz

La Paz was somewhere we were transiting en route to Cuzco and we were ambivalent about visiting the city. Once we arrived at the hotel our whole mindset changed and we loved both the city and the hotel. Its position a few blocks from the Witches Market was fantastic and walking along the street we felt very safe also in the heart of things. The staff were friendly and helpful and the door was locked at night for additional security. The buffet breakfast was generous and varied. Our room was clean and comfortable but was on the back of the hotel which would probably have been quieter

This is the 2nd time I stayed at the Rosario and I love the hotel. The front desk is efficient, professional.and helpful. The hotel is clean, updated and well appointed. Breakfast is yummy, water is warm, bed is comfy. There was a transportation strike the day I was leaving and they informed me so I could get to the airport on time. The street is a bit sketchy at night, so mind what you are carrying and those around you. Hotel is up a hill a bit so you might get winded if walking. My biggest issue and the reduction in stars during this stay was during checkout I had to pay in dollars or by credit card. As a Bolivian (who lives in the US) I was floored that I couldn't pay with a QR debit from my Bolivia bank account or using Bolivianos. I was wondering if it's because the hotel is owned by Peruvians? I was deeply disappointed and in fact discussed with friends who said that's against the law and isn't allowed. I don't get the fact that they are only accepting dollars/euros as payments in Bolivia. Needless to say I'm returning to La Paz and will stay in a hotel that is owned by Bolivians and accepts payment from a Bolivian bank.

4.5 out of 5 Pros: Great location Excellent service, there is assistance at the reception round the clock Decent breakfast with some local breads and cookies Cold/hot water for drinking and tea is available all day We stayed in three different rooms-all rooms were well appointed with comfortable beds Cons: the WiFi was intermittent depending on where you were in the hotel the showers heads in 2 out of 3 rooms had irregular pressure issues

This was a very nice hotel. It was clean and quite beautiful on the inside. Good location to major attractions and restaurants in La Paz. The staff there was truly amazing. Everyone from the front desk staff, security, bellhops, and food service were very helpful. We had to adjust our travel arrangements at the last minute several times and the front desk staff worked with us to be sure we had somewhere to stay, which we greatly appreciated. I would highly recommend.