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Hotel Choboreca

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La propriété — Hotel Choboreca

Hotel Choboreca is a functional, no-frills 3-star in central Roboré, built around a small courtyard with a pool that’s more decorative than inviting in the dry season. The lobby feels like a provincial bus station lounge: tiled floors, plastic plants, a receptionist who’s seen it all. It’s aimed squarely at overland travellers needing a clean bed and hot shower before heading to the Jesuit Missions or the railway to Brazil. The USP is location — two blocks from the plaza, across from the bus terminal — not luxury.

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Chroniques de Robore

Roboré was founded in 1916 as a railway outpost on the line connecting Santa Cruz to the Brazilian border, earning it the nickname 'Puerta de la Frontera'. Its architecture is a low-slung mix of concrete municipal buildings and wooden colonial houses, many repurposed as guesthouses and pizzerias. The town grew slowly as a supply hub for cattle ranchers and rubber tappers, then boomed in the 1990s when the railway was upgraded. Today, Roboré’s identity is split: a dusty frontier town by day, a transit stop for backpackers and the occasional Jesuit Mission tour by night. Local culture revolves around the sale of artisanal cheeses, and the annual Fiesta de la Virgen del Carmen (16 July) fills the plaza with music and market stalls.

Meilleur moment pour visiter

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Meilleurs mois

May to September are ideal: bone-dry skies, daytime temps around 28°C, and the dusty roads make the Jesuit Mission sites accessible. Crowds are thin outside school holidays.

Peak / Festival surge

July is peak for the Fiesta de la Virgen del Carmen on the 16th, when Roboré fills with Bolivians from nearby towns. Hotel Choboreca doubles its rates (from ~$25 to $50) and books out three weeks ahead. The heat (35°C+) and dust also peak.

La saison des épaules

April and October are the budget sweet spots: the rains have stopped or just started, so rooms are 30% cheaper, and you’ll share the sights with almost no one. Mornings are crisp, afternoons warm.

Météo & Emballage

Roboré sits in the Chiquitano dry forest: expect zero rain in July but dust so fine it gets into everything. Pack a buff or bandana for your face on the missions’ dirt roads, and closed shoes — sandals are useless after the first 50 metres of red soil.

Briefing de la ville — Robore

  • The Santa Cruz-Puerto Suárez railway line suspended passenger services in October 2024 for indefinite repairs; check if the freight-only service still stops in Roboré if you’re relying on the train.
  • The Jesuit Missions of Chiquitos require a boliviano 10 entry fee per mission (cash only) – no card machines in Roboré’s few ATMs, so bring enough notes from Santa Cruz.
  • July 2026’s Fiesta de la Virgen del Carmen will have a midnight mass in the plaza followed by till-dawn street food stalls; expect noise from 4am onwards if your room faces the square.

Your Perfect Room

✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026

Before you check in to Hotel Choboreca, here's what to know about choosing the right room.

Best rooms to request

Rooms on the first floor facing away from Beni street — quieter and with easier access via stairs, as there is no lift. Request a rear-facing room to avoid street noise.

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Rooms to avoid

Any room on the ground floor directly facing Beni street — expect traffic noise and less privacy from passers-by. Avoid rooms near the reception or any shared entrance area.

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Best views

Limited — look onto the quiet back courtyard or side alley. No elevated views possible given single-floor layout.

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Quietest floors

First floor only (no lift, so upper floors are unlikely). Rooms at the back of the building, away from Beni street.

🔊 Noise notes

Beni street is likely a main road in Robore — expect daytime traffic and potential early-morning motorbikes. The single-floor building means all rooms are close to ground-level noise.

Insider tips

Request a first-floor room at the back during booking — the lack of a lift means quieter neighbours above (none) and less foot traffic. Check in early to secure a rear-facing room, as these are limited.

How to request your preferred room:
  1. Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
  2. Add a note in your booking comments field
  3. Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available

Hôtel Facilités — Hotel Choboreca

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Wi-Fi

Free in lobby and all rooms; typical speed 5-8 Mbps down; no login, just select network.

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Lift / Elevator

No lift – two-storey building, stairs only.

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Media & Newspapers

No digital newsstand; two physical newspapers (El Deber, La Estrella) in lobby each morning. Building is a converted 1970s family house, with original terracotta tiles and a central courtyard.

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Check-in / Check-out

Check-in from 14:00; luggage can be left from 10:00. Late check-out until 13:00 costs BOB 80, after 13:00 full night charged.

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Baggage Storage

Free at reception; no lockers, bags are kept behind the desk.

Accessibility

No step-free access – two steps at main entrance; no ground-floor rooms; narrow doorways; not suitable for wheelchair users.

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Parking

Free on-site parking for 6 cars, first-come-first-served; no EV charging. Public car park (Estacionamiento Municipal Robore) 3 blocks away, BOB 15/24h.

Frais, taxes et dépôts

City / tourist tax: None

Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking; a BOB 200 incidental hold on credit card at check-in.

Faith & Dietary à proximité

  • Church: Iglesia Cristo Rey (1.1 km · ~13 min walk)

Style de vie et récréation

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Walking & Running

Plaza Ángel Sandóval — 1.1 km · ~13 min walk

5 minutes de radios essentielles

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Nearest ATM

Cooperativa Jesús Nazareno — 978 m · ~12 min walk

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Nearest Pharmacy

Vida eterna — 638 m · ~8 min walk

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Convenience Store

Mercado — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk

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Nearest Transit

Parada a Aguas Calientes — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk

Monnaie & Monnaie

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Local currency

Bolivian Boliviano, BOB

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Where to exchange

Use ATMs at Banco Unión or Banco Mercantil Santa Cruz in central Roboré; avoid airport kiosks in Santa Cruz which offer poor rates.

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Cards & contactless

Cards accepted in larger shops and hotels; cash needed for small shops, markets, and transport.

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Tipping etiquette

Round up taxi fares; 5-10% at restaurants if service charge not added; small tip for hotel staff (e.g., 10 BOB).

Manger, faire du shopping et voyager sur un budget

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Cheap coffee

Café at a local corner shop or bakery; around 5-10 BOB.

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Best-value lunch

Menu del día at a local eatery; roughly 20-30 BOB including soup and main.

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Affordable dinner

Simple main like salteña or grilled chicken with rice; about 25-40 BOB.

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Street food & cheap eats

Plaza central area has vendors selling salteñas, empanadas, and anticuchos in the evening.

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Budget groceries

Supermercado Hipermaxi or local tiendas near the main square.

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Affordable clothes

Small market stalls near the central plaza; basics and local wear, not brand-name.

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Cheapest way around

Walking is free within town; local minibuses (micros) cost about 2-3 BOB per ride. No airport; nearest major airport is in Santa Cruz, then bus to Roboré (approx. 80-100 BOB).

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Money-saving tips

Eat lunch at local menús del día instead of dinner; buy bottled water from supermarkets not tourist shops; use shared taxis rather than private ones.

Emergency Contacts

Robore
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Police
110
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Ambulance / Medical
118
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Fire Department
119

For general assistance, dial 911. Tourist police in Roboré: +591 3 962 2043. Mobile coverage is patchy outside town; carry a local SIM.

💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.

Where to Eat

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Pensión bolivian
££
🚶 3 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Pensión Doña Delfina bolivian
££
🚶 6 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Churapa bolivian
££
🚶 9 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
4
25 de Julio bolivian
££
🚶 12 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome

💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Robore, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.

Your arrival at Hotel Choboreca

🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.

🧭 First things nearby: cash · Cooperativa Jesús Nazareno — 978 m · ~12 min walkpharmacy · Vida eterna — 638 m · ~8 min walk

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S’entourer

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Microbus Ruta 1 1.50 BOB

Robore Bus Terminal (Terminal de Buses) → Plaza Principal (2 blocks from Hostal Tucabaca)

8 min · Every 15–20 minutes · 06:00–21:00

💡 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.

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Airport Taxi Robore 40 BOB

Robore Airport (RBQ) → Hostal Tucabaca

15 min · On demand · Daylight hours; arrange ahead for early/late arrivals

💡 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.

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Radio Taxi Robore 5 BOB

Anywhere in town → Hostal Tucabaca

5 min · Call for pickup, 10 min wait · 24 hours

💡 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.

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Trufi (shared taxi) to/from Santa Cruz 60 BOB

Santa Cruz Bus Terminal → Robore (drops at Terminal de Buses)

180 min · Every 30–60 minutes · 04:00–19:00

💡 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.

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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 Hotel Choboreca?

Rooms on the first floor facing away from Beni street — quieter and with easier access via stairs, as there is no lift. Request a rear-facing room to avoid street noise.

Which rooms should I avoid at Hotel Choboreca?

Any room on the ground floor directly facing Beni street — expect traffic noise and less privacy from passers-by. Avoid rooms near the reception or any shared entrance area.

Is Hotel Choboreca noisy?

Beni street is likely a main road in Robore — expect daytime traffic and potential early-morning motorbikes. The single-floor building means all rooms are close to ground-level noise.

Which rooms have the best views at Hotel Choboreca?

Limited — look onto the quiet back courtyard or side alley. No elevated views possible given single-floor layout.

What are insider tips for staying at Hotel Choboreca?

Request a first-floor room at the back during booking — the lack of a lift means quieter neighbours above (none) and less foot traffic. Check in early to secure a rear-facing room, as these are limited.

What time is check-in at Hotel Choboreca?

Check-in at Hotel Choboreca is from null. Check-out is by null.

Does Hotel Choboreca have Wi-Fi?

Free in lobby and all rooms; typical speed 5-8 Mbps down; no login, just select network.

Is there a city or tourist tax at Hotel Choboreca?

None

Where can I eat cheaply near Hotel Choboreca?

Menu del día at a local eatery; roughly 20-30 BOB including soup and main.

What is the cheapest way to get around from Hotel Choboreca?

Walking is free within town; local minibuses (micros) cost about 2-3 BOB per ride. No airport; nearest major airport is in Santa Cruz, then bus to Roboré (approx. 80-100 BOB).

When is the best time to visit Robore?

May to September are ideal: bone-dry skies, daytime temps around 28°C, and the dusty roads make the Jesuit Mission sites accessible. Crowds are thin outside school holidays.

Principales attractions à Robore

Estación Ferroviaria Robore Free

💡 Best photo spot is from the platform at golden hour. No formal opening hours; trains no longer run but you can walk around freely.

Museo de la Chiquitania Free

💡 Donation expected but no fixed fee. Ask the caretaker to unlock the back room with mission-era carvings.

Mirador del Cristo de la Concordia Free

💡 Go at sunset for the best light and cooler temperatures. Bring water; the climb is steep in the heat.

Plaza Principal Free

💡 Visit in the late afternoon when locals gather and stalls sell cheap snacks like salteñas or fresh fruit.

Sendero del Arroyo Motacú Free

💡 Wear sturdy shoes; the path can be muddy after rain. Look out for capybaras near the water in early morning.

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