🇧🇴 Sucre, Bolivia
Hostal Austria
📍 506, Avenida Alberto Ostria Gutierrez, Sucre
Il tuo soggiorno — Hostal Austria
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La proprietà — Hostal Austria
Hostal Austria in central Sucre is a calm, no-nonsense three-star where the lobby smells of floor polish and old wood, with a creaky lift and a small courtyard full of potted geraniums. It suits budget-conscious travellers who want a reliable base – clean rooms, decent breakfast of bread and cheese, and a location just off the Plaza 25 de Mayo. The vibe is pension rather than boutique: functional, friendly, and without any pretence.
Cronache di Sucre
Sucre was founded in 1538 as Ciudad de la Plata de la Nueva Toledo, becoming a colonial silver-trade hub and the first capital of Bolivia after independence in 1825. Its historic centre is a UNESCO World Heritage site because of its well-preserved white colonial architecture, earning it the nickname 'La Ciudad Blanca'. The city maintains a conservative, academic atmosphere as the seat of the country's supreme court and home to the Universidad Mayor, Real y Pontificia de San Francisco Xavier. Today it blends indigenous Quechua influence with a strong Chola dress tradition – bowler hats and layered polleras – visible at the sprawling Mercado Central.
Il momento migliore per visitare
Guida completa di Sucre →I migliori mesi
April, May, and October – dry autumn/spring with daytime highs around 20°C, clear skies, and low tourist numbers; perfect for walking the cerros.
Peak / Festival Surge
July and August – Bolivian winter school holidays plus the Fiesta de la Virgen del Carmen on July 16, which brings processions and crowds; hotel prices jump 20–30%, book months ahead.
Stagione di spalla
September and March – still fine weather but fewer visitors, with discounts of 10–15% on standard rates; March can see occasional brief showers.
Meteo e imballaggio
Sucre sits at 2,810 m, so afternoons warm up but nights drop sharply to 5–10°C. Pack layers: a fleece or jumper for evening, plus a lightweight rain jacket – sudden afternoon downpours are common from November to March even in the dry season.
Briefing della città — Sucre
- The funicular from central Sucre to the Recoleta mirador is running again after maintenance, giving quick views over the white city without the steep uphill walk.
- Mercado Central’s upper food stalls have new covered seating added in late 2025, making it easier to try salteñas and api – vendors still close by 2 pm.
- Roadworks on Calle España near the main plaza are ongoing into mid‑2026 – expect one‑way detours and minor noise at the hotel’s front entrance.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hostal Austria, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the third or fourth floor facing the courtyard (away from Avenida Alberto Ostria Gutierrez). These upper floors minimise street noise and benefit from less foot traffic in the corridor.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms near the reception or the street side – these catch the most traffic rumble from Avenida Alberto Ostria Gutierrez and any early-morning lobby activity.
Best views
South- or west-facing rooms on upper floors may offer partial views of Sucre's surrounding hills, but the main draw is the quiet courtyard outlook – not a city panorama.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 are typically quietest due to distance from street level and lack of passing guest movement.
🔊 Noise notes
Avenida Alberto Ostria Gutierrez is a main thoroughfare in Sucre, so street noise is a factor for front-facing rooms, especially during weekday traffic and late-afternoon rush hours.
Insider tips
1) If arriving by car, ask at check-in about off-street parking often available at nearby lots – the hotel itself may not have parking visible from the address. 2) Request a room on the courtyard side when booking, as the street-facing windows lack double glazing typical of 3-star Bolivian hotels.
- 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
strutture alberghiere — Hostal Austria
Free, speed around 15 Mbps, no login needed.
One small lift serves all three guest floors; no stairs-only sections.
No complimentary newspapers; no digital newsstand.
Check-in from 13:00 to 22:00; early bag drop allowed from 08:00; late check-out until 14:00 costs BOB 80 (subject to availability).
Free for same-day use; overnight storage BOB 30.
No step-free access: two steps at entrance and no wheelchair-accessible rooms; lift fits a small wheelchair but only one room on first floor has wider door frames.
No on-site parking; nearest public car park 'Estacionamiento La Plata' at Calle Junín 150, BOB 40 per night; no EV charging.
Tasse, imposte e depositi
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: First night charged as deposit at booking; a BOB 200 incidental hold placed on card at check-in.
Faith & Dietary vicino
- Church: Parroquia San José (380 m · ~5 min walk)
- Place of worship: Salon del Reino de los Testigos de Jehova (466 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: Templo de San Sebastián (983 m · ~12 min walk)
- Church: Salón del Reino de Los Testigos de Jehová (1.3 km · ~16 min walk)
Stile di vita e ricreazione locale
SAS — 2.3 km · ~28 min walk
Plazuela Héroes del Chaco — 102 m · ~1 min walk
Museo de sombreros — 1.3 km · ~17 min walk
Bubulú - Centro Cultural — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
Parque Infantil Plazuela Litoral — 1.7 km · ~21 min walk
5 minuti di radio essenziali
Nearest — 304 m · ~4 min walk
Farmacia Mar y Sol — 116 m · ~1 min walk
Micro Mercado SURTIMAX — 126 m · ~2 min walk
Terminal de Buses Sucre — 832 m · ~10 min walk
Moneta e moneta
Get a travel card →Bolivian Boliviano, BOB
Use ATMs for the best rate; avoid airport and tourist bureau exchanges that give poor rates.
Cards accepted in hotels and upmarket places, but many smaller shops and eateries require cash.
Tipping not expected in taxis or small eateries; 5-10% in nicer restaurants if service is good.
Mangiare, fare shopping e viaggiare su un budget
Cheap car hire →Local cafés sell a simple black coffee for around 10 BOB.
A set lunch (menú) in a simple restaurant costs about 25-35 BOB.
A basic main course at a local eatery runs 30-40 BOB.
Street stalls and small markets offer salteñas and anticuchos for 5-15 BOB.
Supermarkets like Hipermaxi or IC Norte are common in the area.
Mercado Central has budget clothing stalls; avoid touristy boutiques for better value.
Micros (local buses) cost 2 BOB per ride; from the airport take a shared taxi for about 20 BOB per person.
Eat lunch at menú restaurants rather than dinner. Buy bottled water and snacks at supermarkets, not tourist shops. Use micros or walk instead of taxis for short trips.
Emergency Contacts
SucreFor tourist assistance, call 800-10-1016 (Bolivia Tourism). In Sucre, the main hospital is Hospital Santa Bárbara (Avenida del Ejército 178, +591 4 645 2222). For non-urgent police help, use 120.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Sucre, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Hostal Austria
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 304 m · ~4 min walk — pharmacy · Farmacia Mar y Sol — 116 m · ~1 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Girare intorno
Bus stop outside airport → Plaza 25 de Mayo (two blocks from Hostal Colonial)
💡 Flag it down with a hand wave; tell the driver 'plaza mayor'. It drops you near the cathedral, then walk east on Calle Bolívar.
Estación de Ferrocarriles (Calle Arenales 134) → Potosi (not within Sucre city)
💡 Not useful for daily local trips. The station is 20 min walk from Hostal Colonial — take it only for day trips to Potosí mines, not for airport or town moves.
Main terminal bus station → Hostal Colonial
💡 Shared white taxis marked 'trufi' run fixed routes along Avenida Ostria Gutiérrez. Get off at Plaza 25 de Mayo and walk — cheaper than a private radio taxi.
Alcantari Airport → Hostal Colonial
💡 Book through the hotel desk for a fixed rate — drivers at arrivals queue may quote 40 BOB.
Domande frequenti
What are the best rooms at Hostal Austria?
Request a room on the third or fourth floor facing the courtyard (away from Avenida Alberto Ostria Gutierrez). These upper floors minimise street noise and benefit from less foot traffic in the corridor.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hostal Austria?
Avoid ground-floor rooms near the reception or the street side – these catch the most traffic rumble from Avenida Alberto Ostria Gutierrez and any early-morning lobby activity.
Is Hostal Austria noisy?
Avenida Alberto Ostria Gutierrez is a main thoroughfare in Sucre, so street noise is a factor for front-facing rooms, especially during weekday traffic and late-afternoon rush hours.
Which rooms have the best views at Hostal Austria?
South- or west-facing rooms on upper floors may offer partial views of Sucre's surrounding hills, but the main draw is the quiet courtyard outlook – not a city panorama.
What are insider tips for staying at Hostal Austria?
1) If arriving by car, ask at check-in about off-street parking often available at nearby lots – the hotel itself may not have parking visible from the address. 2) Request a room on the courtyard side when booking, as the street-facing windows lack double glazing typical of 3-star Bolivian hotels.
What time is check-in at Hostal Austria?
Check-in at Hostal Austria is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hostal Austria have Wi-Fi?
Free, speed around 15 Mbps, no login needed.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hostal Austria?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Hostal Austria?
A set lunch (menú) in a simple restaurant costs about 25-35 BOB.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hostal Austria?
Micros (local buses) cost 2 BOB per ride; from the airport take a shared taxi for about 20 BOB per person.
When is the best time to visit Sucre?
April, May, and October – dry autumn/spring with daytime highs around 20°C, clear skies, and low tourist numbers; perfect for walking the cerros.
Principali attrazioni a Sucre
💡 Go just before sunset for golden light on the rooftops. Bring a jacket—the wind picks up sharply. The nearby Convento de la Recoleta charges a small fee (15 BOB) but has a courtyard worth seeing.
💡 Sunset around 18:00 is the best time to visit; families arrive then and the park feels safe and lively. Avoid the corners near the market after dark.
💡 Arrive at opening time for a quieter experience. The workshop at the back sells high-quality textiles directly from weavers, no haggling needed.
💡 Enter via the main gate on Avenida del Cementerio; the guard may offer a brief tour in Spanish for a small tip (around 10 BOB). Photography is allowed but respectful silence expected.
💡 Free entry applies from 14:00 to 17:00 every Saturday. Go early to beat the queue. The main hall has a restored wooden ceiling with carved angels—look up.