당신의 머물기 — Hostal La Roca
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부동산 — Hostal La Roca
Hostal La Roca is a functional, no-frills basecamp for Salt Flat tours. The lobby feels like a mountain hut: tiled floors, laminated furniture, a noticeboard covered in tour leaflets and a kettle of coca tea always on the go. It suits budget-conscious travellers who need a clean bed, hot water and reliable tour booking — not charm or luxury.
Uyuni 연대기
Uyuni began as a railway construction camp in the late 19th century, briefly becoming a bone-dry boomtown when the Bolivian government spent heavily on rail links to Chile. The railway’s collapse in the 1940s left a ghostly cemetery of steam locomotives, now a tourist draw. Today’s low-slung, dusty grid of brick and corrugated-iron buildings serves almost exclusively as a staging post for the Salar and the altiplano. Its cultural identity is stubbornly practical: a frontier settlement defined by salt, altitude and the resilience of its Aymara and Quechua markets.
방문하기 가장 좋은 시간
Uyuni 완전 가이드 →최고의 달
April to October: dry season, bright blue skies, salt flats accessible and mirror-like. May and June are especially good: clear views, fewer tourists than July.
Peak / Festival Surge 근처 오락거리
July: peak of the Bolivian winter and northern-hemisphere summer holidays. The Salar is dry and photogenic. Hotel prices can jump 20-30%. Uyuni’s anniversary (late July) draws parades and street fairs.
Budget Shoulder 시즌
March and November: start/end of dry season — possible showers but lower prices, quieter buses and last-minute room deals. Weather is still decent for tours.
날씨 & 포장
Winter days are bright and cold, often below 0°C at night. Pack a thermal base layer, windproof jacket, and sunscreen — the UV at 3,700m is brutal even in the cold.
City Briefing 근처 오락거리 — Uyuni
- Av. Ferroviaria, the main drag, has new speed bumps and pedestrian crossings after a local safety campaign — taxis are slower now, so allow 5 extra minutes to the bus terminal.
- The San Cristóbal silver-zinc mine, 200km away, has reopened after a 2024 strike, restoring full bus connections between Uyuni and the mining town.
- Several Uyuni tour operators now require pre-booking via WhatsApp for the 2026 winter season due to capped visitor numbers on the Salar — book your tour a week ahead to avoid disappointment.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hostal La Roca, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the second floor facing the interior courtyard, as these are furthest from the street noise on Calle Bolivar and the communal areas on the ground floor.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms at the front of the building on the first floor or ground floor, as they directly face Calle Bolivar and will pick up street noise from traffic and pedestrians in Uyuni's main thoroughfare.
Best views
The best view is from a rear-facing room on the second floor overlooking the inner patio; the front rooms offer a view of Calle Bolivar's dust and constant foot traffic, which is less appealing.
Quietest floors
Second floor.
🔊 Noise notes
Calle Bolivar is a central street in Uyuni, so you'll hear vehicle engines, honking, tour bus idling, and people moving to the train cemetery or salt flats tours from around 7am. The hotel has no lift, so footfall on stairs to upper rooms can be noisy in thin-walled old buildings.
Insider tips
If you arrive early, request a room on the second floor as you check in, as the hotel has no lift and higher floors are quieter. Also, park your vehicle on the side street off Calle Bolivar to avoid the main road dust and noise at night.
- 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
호텔 시설 — Hostal La Roca
Free Wi-Fi in common areas and most rooms; typical speed 5-10 Mbps, no login required
No lift – two-floor property with stairs only
No newsstand or newspapers; building is a simple former guesthouse with no heritage quirks
Standard check-in from 14:00; early bag-drop available; late check-out until 11:00 for a fee unless arranged prior
Free luggage storage in reception during day trips
No step-free access or wheelchair entry – stairs to all rooms
No on-site parking; free street parking on Calle Bolivar; nearest public car park is 3 blocks away (about $2/night); no EV charging
수수료, 세금 & 예금
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking; no incidental hold at check-in
Faith & Dietary 근처 오락거리
- Church: Iglesia de Uyuni (295 m · ~4 min walk)
- Place of worship: Adventista del Séptimo Día (861 m · ~11 min walk)
- Place of worship: Jesucristo de los Santos de los úlitimos días (924 m · ~12 min walk)
지역 라이프 스타일 & 레크리에이션
Plaza Arce — 264 m · ~3 min walk
Museo Ferrocarril y Centro de Interpretación de Uyuni — 762 m · ~10 min walk
5분 라디오 필수
Banco Ecofuturo — 151 m · ~2 min walk
Farmacia Los Andes — 125 m · ~2 min walk
Multi-Tienda "Gran Eleccion" — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk
Uyuni — 432 m · ~5 min walk
돈 & 통화
Get a travel card →Bolivian Boliviano, BOB
Casas de cambio on Calle Potosí offer reasonable rates; avoid tourist agencies and the airport for conversion—they give poor rates.
Cards accepted in better hotels and larger shops, but cash is king for small purchases and street food; contactless is rare.
Restaurants: 10% service charge is included, small extra tip common. Taxis: round up to nearest Boliviano. Hotel staff: 5-10 BOB for bellboy, maid optional.
식사, 쇼핑 & 여행에 대한 예산
Cheap car hire →Cafeteria coffee from a bakery or market stall: 5-8 BOB.
Set lunch (menú ejecutivo) at a local comedor: 15-25 BOB for soup, main, drink.
A typical main course at a simple restaurant: 25-40 BOB.
Salteñas, anticuchos, and empanadas sold from carts on Calle Sucre and around the train station; 5-15 BOB each.
Supermercado Ingles and smaller minimarkets on Calle Loa or Avenida Ferroviaria.
Mercado Central (Calle Junín) sells cheap casual wear and thermal gear; also stalls on Calle Sucre.
Minibuses (micros) cost 1.50-2.50 BOB per ride within town; from the airport, a shared taxi colectivo runs about 5-10 BOB per person into the centre.
Always negotiate tour prices for Salar de Uyuni; bring a refillable water bottle to avoid constant bottled water costs; eat at markets or food stalls for the cheapest meals.
Emergency Contacts
Uyuni+591 2 214 727 (Tourist Information, English-speaking staff), +591 2 215 014 (Emergency Tourist Assistance)
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Uyuni, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Hostal La Roca
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Banco Ecofuturo — 151 m · ~2 min walk — pharmacy · Farmacia Los Andes — 125 m · ~2 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →주위를 둘러보는
Central Plaza (parada) → El Condorito (Av. Ferroviaria)
💡 Micros stop on Av. Ferroviaria near the hotel. Signal the driver by raising your hand. Pay when you get off. Carry small coins — drivers rarely have change.
Uyuni Airport (UYU) → Hotel El Condorito
💡 No rank outside arrivals. Call your hotel for a pre-arranged pickup; they'll send a trusted driver. Cash only, exact change helps.
Anywhere in Uyuni town → Hotel El Condorito
💡 Flag down any white car with a green license plate. Negotiate before you get in. Short hops are 5 BOB; from market to hotel maybe 7 BOB.
Uyuni Bus Terminal → Hotel El Condorito (via short walk)
💡 From the terminal, walk five minutes east on Av. Ferroviaria. Hotel is on the right, opposite the cement factory. Ask the bus driver to drop you at 'El Condorito'—they often will, but check first.
Uyuni 소개
Wikipedia ↗
Salar de Uyuni is the largest salt flat in the world, with an area of approximately 10,582 square kilometres (4,086 mi2). It is situated in southwestern Bolivia, within the Daniel Campos Province of the Potosí Department, near the crest of the Andes Mountains, at an elevation of 3,656 m (11,995 ft) ...
자주 묻는 질문
What are the best rooms at Hostal La Roca?
Request a room on the second floor facing the interior courtyard, as these are furthest from the street noise on Calle Bolivar and the communal areas on the ground floor.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hostal La Roca?
Avoid rooms at the front of the building on the first floor or ground floor, as they directly face Calle Bolivar and will pick up street noise from traffic and pedestrians in Uyuni's main thoroughfare.
Is Hostal La Roca noisy?
Calle Bolivar is a central street in Uyuni, so you'll hear vehicle engines, honking, tour bus idling, and people moving to the train cemetery or salt flats tours from around 7am. The hotel has no lift, so footfall on stairs to upper rooms can be noisy in thin-walled old buildings.
Which rooms have the best views at Hostal La Roca?
The best view is from a rear-facing room on the second floor overlooking the inner patio; the front rooms offer a view of Calle Bolivar's dust and constant foot traffic, which is less appealing.
What are insider tips for staying at Hostal La Roca?
If you arrive early, request a room on the second floor as you check in, as the hotel has no lift and higher floors are quieter. Also, park your vehicle on the side street off Calle Bolivar to avoid the main road dust and noise at night.
What time is check-in at Hostal La Roca?
Check-in at Hostal La Roca is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hostal La Roca have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi in common areas and most rooms; typical speed 5-10 Mbps, no login required
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hostal La Roca?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Hostal La Roca?
Set lunch (menú ejecutivo) at a local comedor: 15-25 BOB for soup, main, drink.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hostal La Roca?
Minibuses (micros) cost 1.50-2.50 BOB per ride within town; from the airport, a shared taxi colectivo runs about 5-10 BOB per person into the centre.
When is the best time to visit Uyuni?
April to October: dry season, bright blue skies, salt flats accessible and mirror-like. May and June are especially good: clear views, fewer tourists than July.
Uyuni 주요 관광지
💡 Best visited during the dry season (May to October) when the flats are flat and reflective. Be prepared for strong winds and extreme temperatures.
💡 Combine a visit with a tour of the Salar de Uyuni for a deeper understanding of the area's geology and economy.
💡 Be prepared for a challenging hike and strong winds. Bring plenty of water and sun protection.
💡 Visit early in the morning or late in the afternoon for the best light and fewer tourists.
💡 Take a guided tour to learn about the hotel's history and significance, and explore the surrounding area for scenic views and photo opportunities.