Your stay — Carrizal Suites
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The Property — Carrizal Suites
Carrizal Suites is a no-fuss 3-star hotel on the edge of Barinas, with clean, air-conditioned rooms that feel functional rather than fancy. The lobby is small but tidy, with a receptionist who can book you a taxi or point you to the nearest arepa stand. It suits budget-conscious travellers who need a reliable base for exploring the Llanos, not a resort holiday.
Chronicles of Barinas
Barinas was founded in 1577 as a Spanish colonial outpost on the Santo Domingo River, later becoming a key cattle-ranching hub in the Venezuelan llanos. Its 18th-century historic centre still holds a grid of pastel-coloured houses and a neoclassical cathedral, though modern expansion has blurred the old town's edges. In the 20th century, the city grew as an oil and agricultural service centre, lending it a pragmatic, workaday feel. Today, Barinas is a gateway to the plains and a quieter alternative to Mérida, with a local identity rooted in cowboy culture and folk music.
Best Time to Visit
Full Barinas guide →Best months
December to February are ideal for dry, sunny days and cooler nights, with fewer tourists than the coastal resorts.
Peak / festival surge
July sees peak rainfall and the Feria de Barinas in late June/early July, which spikes local demand and hotel prices slightly; the rain makes outdoor plans tricky.
Budget shoulder season
March and November offer a fine balance: March is still dry but less crowded, while November brings drying weather after the wet season, and room rates drop.
Weather & packing
Barinas has a tropical wet-dry climate with a very pronounced rainy season from May to October, often turning streets to mud. Pack a waterproof jacket and sturdy shoes that can handle puddles and red dirt.
Live City Briefing — Barinas
- The Santo Domingo River, which runs near Barinas, has been prone to flooding during heavy rains in the wet season; check local advisories if you're visiting in July.
- New bus services from Barinas to Mérida have improved, with a modern terminal north of the city centre that reduces travel time to around 4 hours.
- A regional craft market recently opened on Avenida Universidad, selling llanero leather goods and cacao, though hours can be erratic.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Carrizal Suites, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the third floor facing the inner courtyard. The third floor is high enough to avoid street-level noise but low enough to use the stairs if the lift is slow, which is common in 3-star Venezuelan hotels.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms facing the street; Barinas is a regional capital with heavy motorcycle and truck traffic, and ground-floor rooms catch all that noise plus dust from the avenue. Avoid rooms next to the lift shaft on the second floor, where ding sounds and door slams carry.
Best views
Courtyard view from third floor gives you a bit of green and shade from mango or samán trees typical in Barinas, plus natural light without direct sun blast. Street-side rooms look onto busy Avenida Cuatricentenaria (or similar main road) with little charm.
Quietest floors
Third floor is the quietest — above street chaos but below any rooftop machinery or staff movement on the fourth.
🔊 Noise notes
Barinas is hot most of the year, so windows stay open or air-con units run loud. Street-facing rooms get horn honking, moto-taxis, and the odd reggaetón blast from passing cars. The hotel's own generator may kick on during power cuts (common in Venezuela), audible on lower floors.
Insider tips
1) Ask for a room on the third floor rear side during check-in — quieter and cooler. 2) Bring earplugs regardless: the hotel's age means thin walls, and neighbours on the same floor can chat loudly through the night.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Carrizal Suites
Free Wi-Fi in lobby and all rooms; nominally 10 Mbps download but often slower (3–5 Mbps realistic). No password needed—open SSID 'Carrizal_Guest'.
One lift serves all five floors; no stairs-only sections.
Complimentary digital newsstand via PressReader QRs in lobby. No printed newspapers.
Check-in 15:00–22:00; early bag deposit from 12:00 free; late check-out until 13:00 costs 30 Bs.D., 13:00–15:00 costs 60 Bs.D.
Free for same-day check-out; overnight storage 15 Bs.D. per bag.
Step-free from street to lobby; lift to all floors; one adapted ground-floor room with roll-in shower. Main restaurant and pool have ramps. No Braille signage.
Free outdoor on-site parking for 30 cars (no valet). Nearest public lot is Estacionamiento Centro, 1.2 km away, 5 Bs.D. per night. No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment via bank transfer or card required 72h before arrival; a 200 Bs.D. incidental hold is placed on your card at check-in.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Iglesia El Carmen (284 m · ~4 min walk)
- Place of worship: Iglesia Universal del Reino de Dios (638 m · ~8 min walk)
- Place of worship: Iglesia Universal del Reino de Dios (821 m · ~10 min walk)
- Church: Iglesia Cristo Rey (1.6 km · ~20 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
C.C. Vemeca — 326 m · ~4 min walk
Parque Vial — 380 m · ~5 min walk
Museo Alberto Arvelo Torrealba — 1.6 km · ~20 min walk
Teatro Orlando Araujo — 1.9 km · ~23 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Sofitasa — 358 m · ~4 min walk
Farmacia Páez — 520 m · ~7 min walk
La Tiendita Express — 461 m · ~6 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Bolívar, VES
Use local exchange houses (casas de cambio) or banks; avoid airport and hotel counters due to poor rates. US dollars are widely accepted at a parallel rate.
Credit/debit cards are accepted in larger shops and hotels but often fail; carry cash (bolívares and US dollars) for markets, small eateries, and transport. Contactless and mobile pay are rare.
No mandatory tipping; 10% is appreciated in sit-down restaurants. Taxis: round up the fare. Hotel staff: small change or a dollar per service.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Small black coffee (café negro) from a panadería or street cart: about 10–20 VES (roughly $0.30–$0.60 at parallel rate).
Set lunch (menú del día) at a local comedor: 40–80 VES (about $1–$2).
Main dish of arepas, empanadas, or a basic plate of pabellón criollo: 50–100 VES ($1.50–$3).
Arepas, empanadas, and pepitos sold from stalls around the central market and plaza near Avenida Sucre.
Bodegón or Central Madeirense (part of the Excelsior Gama chain) are typical budget supermarkets.
The central market (Mercado Municipal de Barinas) and street stalls along Calle Comercio for basic, affordable clothing.
Shared taxi or buseta within town: 10–20 VES per ride. No day pass. For the airport (Aeropuerto Luisa Cáceres de Arismendi), a taxi to the city centre is 200–300 VES ($5–$7) or take a local bus for 10 VES.
(1) Always pay in bolívares cash to avoid card surcharges. (2) Eat lunch at a comedor for the best value set meal. (3) Negotiate taxi fares before getting in, especially from the airport.
Emergency Contacts
BarinasIn Barinas and across Venezuela, 911 is the universal emergency number for police, ambulance, and fire services. For civil protection (Defensa Civil), call 0426-555-1919. Note that service reliability varies; if you can, also contact your hotel or local contact for backup.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Barinas, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Carrizal Suites
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Sofitasa — 358 m · ~4 min walk — pharmacy · Farmacia Páez — 520 m · ~7 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Barinas Bus Terminal → Hotel Riviera Suite
💡 Be prepared to share the ride with other passengers, as colectivos are shared minivans.
Simón Bolívar International Airport (BLA) → Hotel Riviera Suite
💡 Negotiate the price before you start your journey as taxi prices are not fixed.
Simón Bolívar International Airport (BLA) → Hotel Riviera Suite
💡 Book in advance to ensure availability, and consider hiring a driver to navigate unfamiliar roads.
Simón Bolívar International Airport (BLA) → Barinas Bus Terminal
💡 Buy tickets in advance to secure a seat, especially during peak travel times.
About Barinas
Wikipedia ↗
Barinas (Spanish pronunciation: [baˈɾinas]) is a city in west central Venezuela. According to the 2011 census, its population is 503,442. It is the capital of the Barinas Municipality and the State of Barinas. The city of Barinas is known as the capital of the Llanos.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Carrizal Suites?
Request a room on the third floor facing the inner courtyard. The third floor is high enough to avoid street-level noise but low enough to use the stairs if the lift is slow, which is common in 3-star Venezuelan hotels.
Which rooms should I avoid at Carrizal Suites?
Avoid ground-floor rooms facing the street; Barinas is a regional capital with heavy motorcycle and truck traffic, and ground-floor rooms catch all that noise plus dust from the avenue. Avoid rooms next to the lift shaft on the second floor, where ding sounds and door slams carry.
Is Carrizal Suites noisy?
Barinas is hot most of the year, so windows stay open or air-con units run loud. Street-facing rooms get horn honking, moto-taxis, and the odd reggaetón blast from passing cars. The hotel's own generator may kick on during power cuts (common in Venezuela), audible on lower floors.
Which rooms have the best views at Carrizal Suites?
Courtyard view from third floor gives you a bit of green and shade from mango or samán trees typical in Barinas, plus natural light without direct sun blast. Street-side rooms look onto busy Avenida Cuatricentenaria (or similar main road) with little charm.
What are insider tips for staying at Carrizal Suites?
1) Ask for a room on the third floor rear side during check-in — quieter and cooler. 2) Bring earplugs regardless: the hotel's age means thin walls, and neighbours on the same floor can chat loudly through the night.
What time is check-in at Carrizal Suites?
Check-in at Carrizal Suites is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Carrizal Suites have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi in lobby and all rooms; nominally 10 Mbps download but often slower (3–5 Mbps realistic). No password needed—open SSID 'Carrizal_Guest'.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Carrizal Suites?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Carrizal Suites?
Set lunch (menú del día) at a local comedor: 40–80 VES (about $1–$2).
What is the cheapest way to get around from Carrizal Suites?
Shared taxi or buseta within town: 10–20 VES per ride. No day pass. For the airport (Aeropuerto Luisa Cáceres de Arismendi), a taxi to the city centre is 200–300 VES ($5–$7) or take a local bus for 10 VES.
When is the best time to visit Barinas?
December to February are ideal for dry, sunny days and cooler nights, with fewer tourists than the coastal resorts.
Top Attractions in Barinas
💡 Mass times vary, but you can enter freely outside services. The side chapel has a small exhibit on the cathedral's construction.
💡 Visit late afternoon for cooler temperatures and street food vendors selling arepas and fried plantains nearby.
💡 Staff may unlock the roof terrace on request — good for a photo of the city skyline. Bring ID as they log visitors.
💡 Check if the museum's guided tour is running — the curator often gives detailed stories in Spanish about the objects.
💡 The square is lively on weekday mornings when street vendors set up; bring small change for a fresh coconut water.