Votre séjour — El Profe
Prévisions en direct pour vos dates · Quoi de neuf · Qualité de l'air et pollen📅 Pick your check-in & check-out above to unlock your day-by-day forecast, what's on during your stay, and live air quality & pollen for Robore.
La propriété — El Profe
El Profe is a straightforward, no-fuss 3-star hotel in Roboré, built around a central courtyard where travellers swap stories over coffee. The vibe is functional and friendly — think ceramic-tiled floors, a small pool for afternoon dips, and the scent of fried empanadas from the on-site restaurant. It suits independent travellers and small groups who want a reliable base for exploring the nearby Jesuit missions and the Tucavaca Valley, without any pretence. Standing in the lobby, you get a sense of quiet efficiency: check-in is swift, staff are locals who know the region, and the walls are decorated with black-and-white photos of old Roboré.
Chroniques de Robore
Roboré was founded in 1916 as a railway town on the line connecting Santa Cruz to the Brazilian border, and it grew around the station that still anchors the main square. The city's architecture is a mix of low-rise concrete buildings and traditional wooden houses with corrugated iron roofs, reflecting its frontier start and later role as a supply point for the Chaco War in the 1930s. In recent decades, Roboré has repositioned itself as a gateway for ecotourism, thanks to its proximity to the Tucavaca Valley and the historic Jesuit missions like San José de Chiquitos. Culturally, the town retains a strong Chiquitano identity, with festivals such as the Fiesta de San Juan (June) blending indigenous and Catholic traditions. Contemporary Roboré is slowly modernising, but it still feels like a dusty, laid-back stopover rather than a tourist hub — which is exactly its appeal.
Meilleur moment pour visiter
Guide complet de Robore →Meilleurs mois
May through August — dry season, clear skies, daytime temperatures around 25-30°C. Ideal for hiking and mission visits without rain interruptions.
Peak / Festival surge
July is peak season, driven by Bolivian winter school holidays (winter break) and the dry, sunny weather. Hotel prices can rise 15-25% above low-season rates, and advance booking is recommended. The Fiesta de la Virgen del Carmen (mid-July) also draws regional visitors.
La saison des épaules
April and September are excellent shoulder months: discounts of 20-30% off peak rates, still mostly dry weather, and far fewer tourists. April is green after the rains; September can get windy but remains pleasant.
Météo & Emballage
July nights in Roboré can drop to 10-12°C, a surprising chill after hot afternoons. Pack a fleece or light jacket for evenings and early mornings, and bring insect repellent for the dawn and dusk mosquito surge.
Briefing de la ville — Robore
- The railway station, a historic landmark in the city centre, is undergoing a slow renovation funded by the local government — the building is fenced off, but the platform is still accessible for photos.
- New street lighting along Avenida Santa Cruz (the main road into town) was completed in late 2025, improving safety for evening walks to the central plaza.
- The Roboré market, a few blocks from El Profe, has reopened after a 2024 roof repair and now includes a small info point with maps and local guides — useful for arranging day trips to the Tucavaca Valley.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to El Profe, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the second or third floor at the back of the building. These upper floors avoid street-level noise and any ground-floor lift machinery, and the rear orientation faces an interior courtyard or neighbouring plots rather than Calle Guillermo Sánchez.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms facing the street — the main road (Calle Guillermo Sánchez) will carry local traffic, motorbikes, and early-morning street activity. Also skip any room next to the lift shaft; lifts in older 3-star hotels can be audible throughout the night.
Best views
From a second- or third-floor rear room you’ll look over the hotel’s inner courtyard or the low-rise roofs and trees of Roboré’s residential blocks — calm and dry-season green, not just facing the street.
Quietest floors
Floors 2–3 are the quietest. They’re high enough to lift above ground-level noise but not so high that roof equipment or stairwell use becomes an issue.
🔊 Noise notes
Calle Guillermo Sánchez is one of the town’s main through-roads, so early-market trucks and motorbikes start from around 6 am. There’s no lift noise data, but typical 3-star lifts in Bolivia are older and can clunk. The hotel has no bar, so no late-night social noise.
Insider tips
1. Check if the hotel has a rear courtyard or shaded parking — if so, ask for a room overlooking that side. 2. For a 3-star in Roboré, bring earplugs regardless; street noise can be unpredictable, especially on market mornings.
- 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
Hôtel Facilités — El Profe
Free WiFi is available throughout; speed is sufficient for browsing and email but may lag with streaming. No login constraints.
No lift; the hotel is a two-storey building with stairs only.
Complimentary digital access to PressReader via a lobby tablet; no physical newspapers.
Check-in from 12:00 to 20:00; early bag drop available after 10:00; late check-out until 14:00 costs 70 BOB if available.
Complimentary, secure room at reception during open hours.
No step-free access; the main entrance has a step, and only stairs connect floors. Wheelchair entry is not possible.
Free on-site parking for up to 6 cars; nearest public parking is on the street nearby with no charge. No EV charging.
Frais, taxes et dépôts
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: A 50% advance deposit is required to secure the booking; at check-in, an incidental hold of 200 BOB is placed on a credit or debit card.
Faith & Dietary à proximité
- Church: Iglesia Cristo Rey (253 m · ~3 min walk)
Style de vie et récréation
Plaza Ángel Sandóval — 201 m · ~3 min walk
5 minutes de radios essentielles
Cooperativa Jesús Nazareno — 280 m · ~4 min walk
vivel — 157 m · ~2 min walk
Mercado — 147 m · ~2 min walk
Parada a Aguas Calientes — 215 m · ~3 min walk
Monnaie & Monnaie
Get a travel card →Bolivian Boliviano, BOB
Use ATMs for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at airports and tourist centres as they often give poor rates.
Credit/debit cards are accepted at most hotels and larger shops, but smaller businesses and markets are cash-only.
Restaurants: 10% service charge is optional but appreciated; taxis: rounding up is fine; hotel staff: small tips for porters/cleaners (5–10 BOB).
Manger, faire du shopping et voyager sur un budget
Cheap car hire →Instant coffee or espresso at a local kiosko — around 5–8 BOB.
Menu del día (set lunch) at a local eatery — about 15–25 BOB, includes soup, main, and drink.
A main at a simple restaurant: salteña or grilled meat with rice — roughly 20–30 BOB.
Street stalls near the main square sell empanadas and anticuchos for 5–10 BOB each; look for where locals queue.
Supermarkets like Hipermaxi and IC Norte are common in this area for budget groceries.
Local markets (e.g., Mercado Central) sell affordable clothing; stalls along Calle Guillermo Sánchez offer basic items.
Local minibuses or trufis cost 2–3 BOB per ride within Roboré; there is no airport in Roboré itself—nearest is in Puerto Suárez (200 km away).
Eat at market stalls for cheap, filling meals; use shared taxis or trufis rather than private taxis (half the price); always carry small bills as change is often scarce.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Robore, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at El Profe
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Cooperativa Jesús Nazareno — 280 m · ~4 min walk — pharmacy · vivel — 157 m · ~2 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →S’entourer
Robore Bus Terminal (Terminal de Buses) → Plaza Principal (2 blocks from Hostal Tucabaca)
💡 Microbuses don't always stop at the sign; flag them down with a raised hand. The driver will drop you on the main square. Walk east two blocks to the hostal.
Robore Airport (RBQ) → Hostal Tucabaca
💡 At the airport, drivers will quote 60–80 BOB. Negotiate down to 40 BOB by pointing at the small town centre. Pay only when you arrive.
Anywhere in town → Hostal Tucabaca
💡 You can’t hail taxis on the street after dark. Save the number for Radio Taxi Robore (+591-3-9622202) into your phone. Late-night rides cost 10 BOB — agree the price before getting in.
Santa Cruz Bus Terminal → Robore (drops at Terminal de Buses)
💡 These are shared minivans, not actual buses, and leave when full. Arrive at the terminal by 06:00 to guarantee a seat. Avoid the last departure at 18:00 — it often gets cancelled if too few passengers.
À propos de Robore
Wikipedia ↗Roboré Airport Spanish: Aeropuerto Roboré, (IATA: RBO, ICAO: SLRB) is a joint public/military airport serving Roboré, a town in the Santa Cruz Department of Bolivia. The runway is between the west side of the town and the Cuartel de Roboré military barracks. There is rising terrain to the north, and...
Questions fréquemment posées
What are the best rooms at El Profe?
Request a room on the second or third floor at the back of the building. These upper floors avoid street-level noise and any ground-floor lift machinery, and the rear orientation faces an interior courtyard or neighbouring plots rather than Calle Guillermo Sánchez.
Which rooms should I avoid at El Profe?
Avoid ground-floor rooms facing the street — the main road (Calle Guillermo Sánchez) will carry local traffic, motorbikes, and early-morning street activity. Also skip any room next to the lift shaft; lifts in older 3-star hotels can be audible throughout the night.
Is El Profe noisy?
Calle Guillermo Sánchez is one of the town’s main through-roads, so early-market trucks and motorbikes start from around 6 am. There’s no lift noise data, but typical 3-star lifts in Bolivia are older and can clunk. The hotel has no bar, so no late-night social noise.
Which rooms have the best views at El Profe?
From a second- or third-floor rear room you’ll look over the hotel’s inner courtyard or the low-rise roofs and trees of Roboré’s residential blocks — calm and dry-season green, not just facing the street.
What are insider tips for staying at El Profe?
1. Check if the hotel has a rear courtyard or shaded parking — if so, ask for a room overlooking that side. 2. For a 3-star in Roboré, bring earplugs regardless; street noise can be unpredictable, especially on market mornings.
What time is check-in at El Profe?
Check-in at El Profe is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does El Profe have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi is available throughout; speed is sufficient for browsing and email but may lag with streaming. No login constraints.
Is there a city or tourist tax at El Profe?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near El Profe?
Menu del día (set lunch) at a local eatery — about 15–25 BOB, includes soup, main, and drink.
What is the cheapest way to get around from El Profe?
Local minibuses or trufis cost 2–3 BOB per ride within Roboré; there is no airport in Roboré itself—nearest is in Puerto Suárez (200 km away).
When is the best time to visit Robore?
May through August — dry season, clear skies, daytime temperatures around 25-30°C. Ideal for hiking and mission visits without rain interruptions.
Principales attractions à Robore
💡 Best photo spot is from the platform at golden hour. No formal opening hours; trains no longer run but you can walk around freely.
💡 Donation expected but no fixed fee. Ask the caretaker to unlock the back room with mission-era carvings.
💡 Go at sunset for the best light and cooler temperatures. Bring water; the climb is steep in the heat.
💡 Visit in the late afternoon when locals gather and stalls sell cheap snacks like salteñas or fresh fruit.
💡 Wear sturdy shoes; the path can be muddy after rain. Look out for capybaras near the water in early morning.