If you’re coming from anywhere in South America, Europe or the States, you will be pleasantly surprised when you finally arrive at Bolivia’s accommodation scene. This doesn’t necessarily mean that all lodging will be of the highest quality, but it’s almost guaranteed that if you are looking for the lowest prices, you will find them here. While there is the normal pricing range, from budget to mid-range to high-end, one can expect the scale to be a bit different than home or other destinations, as low is super low, and high is not so far out of reach.
Bolivia offers alojamientos, residencias, hostels, hotels, lodges, and on and on, it just depends where you are, what you’re spending and what you would like. For those on a budget, know that even the grungiest of hostels can present its own charm, and in fact, Europe and the States have been known to offer worse! It is completely acceptable to ask to see your room before committing and most places allow you to pay upon checkout (though some require payment to secure a reservation). For high-end hotels or eco-lodges, look to book online or over the phone, as there are fewer throughout Bolivia and thus often less vacancy.