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Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hostal Sol y Lago, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the higher floors (4th-5th floor) for a quieter stay, as the hotel has a lift. The higher floors will also offer better views of the surrounding area.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms near the lift, as the sound of the lift mechanism can be noisy. Also, rooms near the service entrance or bar areas may experience some noise from the street.
Best views
Rooms on the higher floors (4th-5th floor) will have views of the surrounding streets of Copacabana.
Quietest floors
3rd floor and above
🔊 Noise notes
Street noise from the busy area of Copacabana may be a consideration, especially for light sleepers. The hotel's location on the main street means that some rooms may be exposed to street noise.
Insider tips
Check-in is available from 10am, and it's best to arrive during this time to avoid waiting in the heat. Arriving early can also give you a chance to explore the surrounding area before settling in. Request a room with a window for better ventilation and a view of the outside. While the hotel is a 3-star property, it's located in a vibrant area, and a room with a window will make your stay feel more enjoyable.
- 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
Instalaciones hoteleras — Hostal Sol y Lago
Free, 10 Mbps speed, no login constraints
Serves all floors, but some rooms on the upper wing have stairs-only access due to historic building limitations
Complimentary digital newsstand (PressReader) on all devices, no physical papers available
14:00-22:00 hours, early bag-drop available from 08:00 hours; late check-out until 13:00 hours with BOB 100 fee
Limited availability, BOB 20 per day for small bags, BOB 50 per day for large bags
Step-free access, wheelchair entries at main entrance, but some rooms have structural limitations
On-site parking available for BOB 50 per night, nearest public car park is 5 blocks away at BOB 20 per day, no EV charging available
Tarifas, Impuestos y Depósitos
City / tourist tax: BOB 12 per person/night (Monday to Thursday), BOB 15 per person/night (Friday to Sunday)
Deposit & card hold: 30% advance deposit + BOB 500 incidental card hold at check-in
Faith & Dietary cerca de
- Church: Basílica de Nuestra Señora de Copacabana (609 m · ~8 min walk)
- Place of worship: Pastoral Social (687 m · ~9 min walk)
- Church: Capilla de Velas (725 m · ~9 min walk)
- Church: Capilla del Señor de la Cruz de Colquepata (822 m · ~10 min walk)
Estilo de vida y recreación local
Plaza Eduardo Avaroa — 338 m · ~4 min walk
Museo del Poncho — 390 m · ~5 min walk
5 minutos de radio esenciales
banco bisa — 561 m · ~7 min walk
Su Tienda Amiga — 322 m · ~4 min walk
Trans Titicaca Bus — 373 m · ~5 min walk
Dinero y moneda
Get a travel card →Boliviano, BOB
Travellers can exchange currency at the airport or in town, but be aware that rates may be poor; it's recommended to use an ATM or exchange at a bank for a better rate.
Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted, but American Express may be less common; contactless payments and mobile pay are not widely used, cash is king
Tipping is not expected but appreciated, 10% is sufficient for good service, and is usually given in cash
Comer, comprar y viajar en un presupuesto
Cheap car hire →A typical cheap coffee can be found at street vendors or markets for around 5-10 BOB (around $0.70-$1.40 USD)
A traditional Bolivian lunch of salteñas or humitas can be found for around 20-30 BOB ($2.80-$4.20 USD) at a local market
A filling dinner at a local restaurant can be found for around 40-60 BOB ($5.60-$8.40 USD) for a main course
Street food is abundant in the Mercado Central and surrounding streets, offering a variety of traditional Bolivian dishes
Local supermarkets such as Tarija and La Preferida offer affordable grocery options
Traditional markets like the Mercado Central offer affordable high-street shopping options, as well as local handicrafts
The cheapest way to get around is by minibus (colectivo) for around 1-2 BOB ($0.14-$0.28 USD), or by taxi for around 5-10 BOB ($0.70-$1.40 USD)
Use ATMs for better exchange ratesEat at local markets or street vendors for affordable mealsNegotiate prices at markets for the best deals
Emergency Contacts
CopacabanaWhere to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Copacabana, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Hostal Sol y Lago
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · banco bisa — 561 m · ~7 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →En torno a
Copacabana bus terminal (Terminal Terrestre) → Hotel Chasqui del Sol (Av. 6 de Agosto s/n)
💡 Taxis at the terminal are a bit fixed—10 BOB is the going rate for short hotel trips. For a late arrival after 10pm, expect to pay 15 BOB. No Uber here; just hop in the white-and-green ones with a taxi sign.
Copacabana bus terminal (Terminal Terrestre) → Hotel Chasqui del Sol (Av. 6 de Agosto s/n)
💡 Minibuses run along Av. 6 de Agosto—just flag one down. Tell the driver 'Chasqui del Sol' and they'll drop you near the cathedral. It's a 20-minute walk if you prefer, but uphill after the terminal.
El Alto International Airport (LPB) → Hotel Chasqui del Sol (Av. 6 de Agosto s/n)
💡 Negotiate the price before getting in; 250 BOB is the standard for a direct ride. Confirm the driver knows the hotel by name—most locals will, as it's near the cathedral. Cash only.
El Alto International Airport (LPB) → Hotel Chasqui del Sol (Av. 6 de Agosto s/n)
💡 Buses leave from the airport's main parking lot; buy tickets at the booth near the exit. For the hotel, ask the driver to stop at the Copacabana bus terminal, then it's a 5-minute walk to the hotel on the main strip.
Preguntas frecuentes
What are the best rooms at Hostal Sol y Lago?
Request a room on the higher floors (4th-5th floor) for a quieter stay, as the hotel has a lift. The higher floors will also offer better views of the surrounding area.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hostal Sol y Lago?
Avoid rooms near the lift, as the sound of the lift mechanism can be noisy. Also, rooms near the service entrance or bar areas may experience some noise from the street.
Is Hostal Sol y Lago noisy?
Street noise from the busy area of Copacabana may be a consideration, especially for light sleepers. The hotel's location on the main street means that some rooms may be exposed to street noise.
Which rooms have the best views at Hostal Sol y Lago?
Rooms on the higher floors (4th-5th floor) will have views of the surrounding streets of Copacabana.
What are insider tips for staying at Hostal Sol y Lago?
Check-in is available from 10am, and it's best to arrive during this time to avoid waiting in the heat. Arriving early can also give you a chance to explore the surrounding area before settling in. Request a room with a window for better ventilation and a view of the outside. While the hotel is a 3-star property, it's located in a vibrant area, and a room with a window will make your stay feel more enjoyable.
What time is check-in at Hostal Sol y Lago?
Check-in at Hostal Sol y Lago is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hostal Sol y Lago have Wi-Fi?
Free, 10 Mbps speed, no login constraints
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hostal Sol y Lago?
BOB 12 per person/night (Monday to Thursday), BOB 15 per person/night (Friday to Sunday)
Where can I eat cheaply near Hostal Sol y Lago?
A traditional Bolivian lunch of salteñas or humitas can be found for around 20-30 BOB ($2.80-$4.20 USD) at a local market
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hostal Sol y Lago?
The cheapest way to get around is by minibus (colectivo) for around 1-2 BOB ($0.14-$0.28 USD), or by taxi for around 5-10 BOB ($0.70-$1.40 USD)
Principales atracciones en Copacabana
💡 Visit on a Sunday morning to see local Aymara dancers in feathered costumes performing in the square outside.
💡 Ask the caretaker to open the locked display case with the gold-and-silver model of the lake—he will if you're polite.
💡 Buy a paper cone of tostado (roasted corn with salt) from any vendor—costs under a dollar and is the best snack in town.
💡 Go at sunset for best light; bring water and wear trainers. Locals sell coca leaves at the base to leave as offerings at the summit.
💡 The walk up is unshaded—go early morning before 10am. No signage on site, so download the 'Atlas Obscura' offline entry beforehand.