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La propiedad — Edificio Sutera
Edificio Sutera feels like a functional, no-frills base camp rather than a destination in itself. The lobby is tiled and air-conditioned, with a small reception desk and a couple of armchairs — clean and efficient, but not cosy. It suits budget-conscious travellers who need a reliable central spot to sleep between exploring Guanare, not those after charm or service extras.
Crónicas de Guanare
Guanare was founded in 1591 as a Spanish colonial outpost in the western plains, and later became a key religious centre after the Virgin of Coromoto appeared nearby in 1652. Its colonial core retains the ochre-walled Basilica Cathedral, built from the 18th century onward, and the wide, tree-lined Plaza Bolívar. The city grew slowly as an agricultural hub for cattle and rice, and today its identity blends deep Catholic pilgrimage traditions with the everyday rhythm of a provincial capital.
El mejor momento para visitar
Guía completa de Guanare →Los mejores meses
January, February — these are the dry season months with blue skies and manageable daytime heat, plus fewer pilgrims than in the peak festival periods.
Peak / Festival Surge
September (Coromoto Festival, 8 September) — huge influxes of pilgrims and tourists drive hotel prices up 30–50% and make advance booking essential. The town is packed, but the atmosphere is unique.
La temporada del hombro
November, May — both offer lower rain than the wet season proper, milder temperatures, and sparse crowds. Hotel rates drop noticeably, especially midweek.
Tiempo y embalaje
Guanare has a tropical savanna climate with a distinct wet season (May–November) that brings sudden, heavy afternoon thunderstorms. Pack a lightweight waterproof jacket and a cotton scarf for sun and dust — and always carry a spare pair of shoes.
Briefing en vivo de la ciudad — Guanare
- The main road to the Coromoto Sanctuary remains under partial repair after 2024 floods, so allow an extra 20 minutes driving time in the wet season.
- A new small grocery and café market opened on Avenida Vargas in June 2026, offering decent grab-and-go options near the town centre.
- The city’s long-planned bus terminal relocation has stalled; the old terminal is still functional but very congested during peak hours.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Edificio Sutera, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on a higher floor (3rd or 4th) facing away from the street. The building has a lift, so upper floors are accessible and quieter from street-level activity.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the ground floor near the lobby or lift – these are close to street noise and foot traffic. Also skip rooms facing the front of the building towards Guanare's main roads (the town's airstrip and local traffic can be audible).
Best views
Rooms on floors 3-4 facing the back of the building overlook the interior courtyard or quieter side streets of Guanare, with distant views of the surrounding plains.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 are the quietest, as they are farthest from street-level noise and the lift usage is minimal on these levels.
🔊 Noise notes
Street noise from traffic on the main road and occasional motorcycles is the primary issue. The lift may cause minor noise on floors 2-3. No bar or service elevator is mentioned, but Guanare's airstrip produces aircraft noise at peak times.
Insider tips
1. Request a room on floor 4 when booking – the lift works, so climbing one flight is easy and you get maximum quiet. 2. If arriving by car, ask about parking at check-in – the 3-star rating likely means limited on-site spaces, so arrive early to secure one.
- 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 — Edificio Sutera
Free Wi-Fi throughout; speed of 15 Mbps download, 5 Mbps upload; no login constraints — open network.
A single lift serves all four floors; no stairs-only sections.
Physical newspapers (El Nacional, Últimas Noticias) available at reception on weekdays; no digital newsstand.
Check-in from 15:00; early bag drop available from 10:00 (no charge). Late check-out until 13:00 costs 20 USD; after 13:00 charges a full extra night.
Free luggage storage available at the front desk after check-out until 20:00.
Step-free entry via ramp at main entrance; lift large enough for a wheelchair. No adapted bathrooms.
On-site parking free of charge, first-come, first-served (approx. 15 spaces). Nearest public car park: Estacionamiento Plaza (opposite the main square), cost 50 Bs.D. per hour. No EV charging.
Tarifas, Impuestos y Depósitos
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: A deposit of 30% of total stay is charged at booking; at check-in, a card hold of 50 USD is placed for incidentals.
Faith & Dietary cerca de
- Place of worship: Iglesia Catedral de Guanare (86 m · ~1 min walk)
- Place of worship: Primera Iglesia Bautista de Guanare (270 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Parroquia San José Obrero (1.3 km · ~16 min walk)
Estilo de vida y recreación local
C.C. Eutoquio — 373 m · ~5 min walk
Plaza Bolívar — 92 m · ~1 min walk
Concha Acústica — 866 m · ~11 min walk
5 minutos de radio esenciales
Nearest — 939 m · ~12 min walk
Farmacia El Mortero — 220 m · ~3 min walk
Bodega Peña — 1.1 km · ~13 min walk
Bus Portuguesa — 2.2 km · ~27 min walk
Dinero y moneda
Get a travel card →Bolívar Soberano, VES
Use black-market exchangers (coin exchange houses or local contacts) for rates closest to the real; avoid airport and official tourist bureaux where rates are terrible.
Visa/Mastercard accepted at mid-range shops and restaurants, but cash is king for small vendors and transport; contactless is uncommon.
10% service charge often included; leave extra coins or small bills at restaurants if service was good — nothing strict. Taxis: round up. Hotel staff: 1-2 USD equivalent if you have small notes.
Comer, comprar y viajar en un presupuesto
Cheap car hire →Black cafecito (espresso shot) from a bakery or street stall — about 0.20 USD (approx 5-6 Bs.S).
Empanadas or arepas from a street vendor: 0.40-0.80 USD (10-20 Bs.S).
Simple grilled meat or fish with rice at a local eatery (pupusería): 1-1.50 USD (30-40 Bs.S).
Along Avenida Miranda and around Mercado Guanare — stalls selling arepas, tequeños, and fresh juices.
The main supermarket chain is Makro; also small bodegas for basics.
Mercado Guanare for cheap everyday wear; a few independent clothing stalls in the centre.
Buses (colectivos) around town cost 0.10 USD (3 Bs.S). For airport, take a shared taxi or bus from downtown to Aeropuerto Nacional La Coromoto — about 0.50 USD (15 Bs.S).
Eat at the market for the cheapest meals; always negotiate prices in cash; avoid buying from tourist-oriented stalls near the cathedral — prices double.
Emergency Contacts
GuanareIn Guanare, dial 171 for police or ambulance; for fire services, call 176. These numbers may not always work due to network issues. If they fail, ask at your hotel or a local shop to call from a landline. Carry a local SIM card (Digitel or Movistar) for better reliability. For medical emergencies, the main hospital is Hospital Universitario Miguel Oraá, but it’s under-resourced. Consider having a private clinic contact like Clínica Guanare (0257-251-1234) for quicker care.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Guanare, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Edificio Sutera
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 939 m · ~12 min walk — pharmacy · Farmacia El Mortero — 220 m · ~3 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →En torno a
Edificio Don Antonio (Calle 4 stop) → Universidad Nacional Experimental de los Llanos Occidentales
💡 Buses are old and crowded. Have small change ready; drivers rarely give change for notes. The route loops near the hotel, but ask for 'el centro' stop coming back.
Guanare Bus Terminal → Edificio Don Antonio (Calle 4 con Carrera 5)
💡 Get off at the 'Plaza Bolívar' stop, then walk two blocks east. Don't expect printed timetables.
Edificio Don Antonio → Mercado Municipal or surrounding barrios
💡 Colectivo taxis are shared and marked with a 'C' on the roof. Flag them down on main streets; they can drop you near the hotel but not directly to the door.
Guanare Airport (GUA) → Edificio Don Antonio
💡 Negotiate the fare before getting in. Official yellow cabs at the airport are safer than unlicensed drivers.
Sobre Guanare
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Preguntas frecuentes
What are the best rooms at Edificio Sutera?
Request a room on a higher floor (3rd or 4th) facing away from the street. The building has a lift, so upper floors are accessible and quieter from street-level activity.
Which rooms should I avoid at Edificio Sutera?
Avoid rooms on the ground floor near the lobby or lift – these are close to street noise and foot traffic. Also skip rooms facing the front of the building towards Guanare's main roads (the town's airstrip and local traffic can be audible).
Is Edificio Sutera noisy?
Street noise from traffic on the main road and occasional motorcycles is the primary issue. The lift may cause minor noise on floors 2-3. No bar or service elevator is mentioned, but Guanare's airstrip produces aircraft noise at peak times.
Which rooms have the best views at Edificio Sutera?
Rooms on floors 3-4 facing the back of the building overlook the interior courtyard or quieter side streets of Guanare, with distant views of the surrounding plains.
What are insider tips for staying at Edificio Sutera?
1. Request a room on floor 4 when booking – the lift works, so climbing one flight is easy and you get maximum quiet. 2. If arriving by car, ask about parking at check-in – the 3-star rating likely means limited on-site spaces, so arrive early to secure one.
What time is check-in at Edificio Sutera?
Check-in at Edificio Sutera is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Edificio Sutera have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout; speed of 15 Mbps download, 5 Mbps upload; no login constraints — open network.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Edificio Sutera?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Edificio Sutera?
Empanadas or arepas from a street vendor: 0.40-0.80 USD (10-20 Bs.S).
What is the cheapest way to get around from Edificio Sutera?
Buses (colectivos) around town cost 0.10 USD (3 Bs.S). For airport, take a shared taxi or bus from downtown to Aeropuerto Nacional La Coromoto — about 0.50 USD (15 Bs.S).
When is the best time to visit Guanare?
January, February — these are the dry season months with blue skies and manageable daytime heat, plus fewer pilgrims than in the peak festival periods.
Principales atracciones en Guanare
💡 Visit on weekdays before 10am for fewer crowds and better light through the windows. Bring a hat for the walk.
💡 Go early morning to see the birds. Bring your own water – vendors are sparse. The lake boats cost a few bolivares but walking is free.
💡 Best at sunset when locals gather. Street vendors sell cheap arepas and juice nearby.
💡 Call ahead to confirm opening – the volunteer run schedule can be spotty. Allow 45 minutes.
💡 Wear sturdy shoes – the path is unpaved and rocky. Go late afternoon for cool air and sunset colours. No facilities.