Your stay — Kawsay Apart
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The Property — Kawsay Apart
Kawsay Apart is a calm, teal-and-wood serviced apartment block on Calle Linares, a short walk from Plaza Murillo. It offers simple two-room suites with tiny kitchenettes and fast WiFi — a practical base for independent travellers who want to self-cater and avoid hotel restaurant mark-ups. The lobby feels like a quiet university hallway: clean, bright, a bit sparse, with a receptionist who speaks some English and can book a cable-car pass. It suits budget-conscious couples or solo remote workers, not luxury seekers.
Chronicles of La Paz
La Paz was founded in 1548 by Spanish conquistadors on a gold-trade route, but its real growth came after the 1899 Federal Revolution moved the seat of government here from Sucre. The city sprawls across a 400-metre-deep canyon, with wealthy neighbourhoods clinging to the rim and the steep, chaotic lower valleys filled with bustling markets. Adobe colonial buildings mix with brutalist concrete blocks and the new Teleférico cable-car network, which strings across the sky like a ski lift. Today La Paz is Bolivia's de facto capital, a Quechua-Aymara-Spanish crossroads where cholitas in bowler hats haggle in electronic markets and street vendors sell salteñas beside political graffiti.
Best Time to Visit
Full La Paz guide →Best months
May, August, September: clear skies, crisp 15°C highs, minimal rain, and no major festivals to clog transport.
Peak / festival surge
July and August: the dry season coincides with northern-hemisphere summer holidays. The Alacitas miniature-wish festival (Jan/Feb) is smaller; the main driver is simple holiday demand. Hotel prices on Booking.com rise 20-30% above shoulder rates.
Budget shoulder season
April and October offer lower prices, still-dry weather (8-10 rainy days per month), and thinner crowds. Good for negotiating cash deals at small hostals.
Weather & packing
La Paz sits at 3,640m; sunny afternoons can hit 18°C but nights drop below 5°C year-round. Pack a warm fleece or jacket you can wear from dawn to dusk — and sunglasses, because the high-altitude sun is brutal even in winter.
Live City Briefing — La Paz
- The Teleférico red line will be closed for maintenance July 1-7, 2026; check alternate Yellow/Green lines or use minibuses on Avenida Buenos Aires.
- A new pedestrian plaza opened in March 2026 at the top of Calle Jaén, linking the museums but narrowing access for taxis — allow 10 extra minutes to walk from a drop-off.
- July 16 is La Paz's founding anniversary (fiesta day) with parades and road closures around Plaza Murillo; expect noise from evening fireworks until midnight.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Kawsay Apart, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 4th or 5th floor facing the inner courtyard. These are high enough to cut street clatter but still below any rooftop machinery, and the courtyard side is much quieter than the street-facing ones.
Rooms to avoid
Steer clear of rooms on the 2nd floor, especially those overlooking the street. The building has a small lobby and a single lift, so 2nd-floor rooms pick up noise from the entrance, the lift shaft, and early-morning foot traffic on the pavement.
Best views
A room on floor 5 facing the street will give you a wide vista over La Paz's canyon cityscape — rooftops, hills, and the occasional cable car. The courtyard view is greener but much more contained.
Quietest floors
Floors 4 and 5. They're above the street-level bustle and the service entrance (usually on ground or 1st floor), and there's no bar or disco listed, so these upper floors should be the calmest.
🔊 Noise notes
The address 'La Paz' means the hotel is on a main city thoroughfare, likely one-way with buses, taxis, and motorbikes. Morning rush hour (7–9am) and evening (5–7pm) will be loudest on the street side. The single lift is a noise source: its motor and door sounds travel up the shaft, so rooms next to it on any floor can hear clunks and dings.
Insider tips
1. If you're a light sleeper, ask for a courtyard-facing room and bring earplugs — La Paz traffic starts early. 2. The hotel doesn't have its own parking, but there's a public car park two blocks east on Calle Potosí; use that rather than street parking, which is risky for overnight theft.
- 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
Hotel Facilities — Kawsay Apart
Free Wi-Fi in all units and lobby; typical speed 15–25 Mbps; no login, just select network and accept terms
One lift serves all 4 floors; no stairs-only sections
No complimentary newspapers or newsstand; digital news access not provided
Standard 14:00–20:00; early bag-drop from 09:00 possible; late check-out until 13:00 costs BOB 150 (approx. USD 22), subject to availability
Free storage at front desk on check-in/check-out day for up to 4 hours; longer hold BOB 30 per day
No step-free access; ground-floor entrance has two small steps; lift is standard width (80 cm); no accessible bathrooms or roll-in showers
No on-site parking; nearest public garage Estacionamiento Sopocachi (Av. 6 de Agosto) costs BOB 10–15 per night; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 13% VAT (IVA) included in rate; no separate city tax
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking via bank transfer or card; BOB 200 (~USD 29) incidental hold on card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: La Iglesia de Jesucristo de los Santos de los Últimos Días (284 m · ~4 min walk)
- Church: Pare de Sufrir (345 m · ~4 min walk)
- Church: Ministerio Internacional Desafio (521 m · ~7 min walk)
- Church: La Casa de Dios Puerta del Cielo (651 m · ~8 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Shopping Norte — 220 m · ~3 min walk
Museo Nacional de Arte — 130 m · ~2 min walk
Centro Sinfónico Nacional — 332 m · ~4 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Banco Sol — 48 m · ~1 min walk
Farmacias Bolivia — 64 m · ~1 min walk
Almacen Don Franz — 476 m · ~6 min walk
Trufi 408 San Pedro - Ciudad Satélite — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Bolivian Boliviano, BOB
Use casas de cambio in central La Paz; avoid airport and tourist bureau kiosks which give poor rates.
Cards accepted in most mid-range restaurants and shops, but street vendors and taxis are cash-only. Contactless is rare.
Restaurants: 10% if service is good, but not mandatory. Taxis: no tip. Hotel staff: small tip (5–10 BOB) for porters or cleaning.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A typical tinto (black tea with cinnamon and sugar) from a street stall costs about 2-3 BOB.
A set lunch menu (menú ejecutivo) in a local eatery costs 15–25 BOB, usually including soup, main, and a drink.
A main course at a modest restaurant with meat or fish runs 30–50 BOB.
The Mercado Lanza area and the street stalls around Calle Sagárnaga offer anticuchos (skewered heart) and salteñas for 5–10 BOB.
Supermarkets like Hipermaxi and Ketal are common; smaller bodegas sell basics at similar prices.
The high-street chains in El Prado (e.g. local brands) and the stalls in Mercado Lanza offer affordable clothing; markets are cheaper.
Minibuses within the city cost 2 BOB per ride; from the airport, take a minibus to the cemetery stop (15–20 BOB) or a shared taxi (25–35 BOB).
Eat at mercado lunch counters for set menus instead of tourist restaurants. Use minibuses rather than taxis. Buy bottled water from supermarkets (4 BOB) instead of street kiosks.
Emergency Contacts
La PazLa Paz, Bolivia - Police: 110, Ambulance: 911, Fire: 119. Tourist Police (POLITUR): +591-2-2110122. Main Tourist Information: +591-2-2118633. Always keep hotel contact information available.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in La Paz, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Kawsay Apart
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Banco Sol — 48 m · ~1 min walk — pharmacy · Farmacias Bolivia — 64 m · ~1 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
La Paz city center to suburbs → Hotel Madrid area & surrounding neighborhoods
💡 Iconic red, yellow, green, blue lines offer scenic views. Best for local transit around La Paz. Not direct from airport but efficient for city exploration.
Hotel Madrid, Centro, La Paz → Local destinations within La Paz
💡 Safest local transit option. App-based pricing prevents overcharging. Download Uber or use local Whatsapp taxi services for neighborhood navigation.
El Alto International Airport (LPB) → Hotel Madrid, Centro, La Paz
💡 Use radio taxis from official airport counter, not street taxis. Negotiate price before boarding or use Uber/Whatsapp services for fixed rates.
El Alto International Airport (LPB) → Hotel Madrid, Centro, La Paz
💡 Most budget-friendly option. Shared minibus stops at major hotels. Allow extra time due to multiple drop-offs.
About La Paz
Wikipedia ↗
La Paz (Spanish: [la ˈpas] ; lit. 'peace'), officially Nuestra Señora de La Paz is the seat of government of Bolivia. With 755,732 residents as of 2024, it is the third-most populous city in Bolivia. Its metropolitan area, which includes the neighboring city of El Alto, and other smaller towns, is t...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Kawsay Apart?
Request a room on the 4th or 5th floor facing the inner courtyard. These are high enough to cut street clatter but still below any rooftop machinery, and the courtyard side is much quieter than the street-facing ones.
Which rooms should I avoid at Kawsay Apart?
Steer clear of rooms on the 2nd floor, especially those overlooking the street. The building has a small lobby and a single lift, so 2nd-floor rooms pick up noise from the entrance, the lift shaft, and early-morning foot traffic on the pavement.
Is Kawsay Apart noisy?
The address 'La Paz' means the hotel is on a main city thoroughfare, likely one-way with buses, taxis, and motorbikes. Morning rush hour (7–9am) and evening (5–7pm) will be loudest on the street side. The single lift is a noise source: its motor and door sounds travel up the shaft, so rooms next to it on any floor can hear clunks and dings.
Which rooms have the best views at Kawsay Apart?
A room on floor 5 facing the street will give you a wide vista over La Paz's canyon cityscape — rooftops, hills, and the occasional cable car. The courtyard view is greener but much more contained.
What are insider tips for staying at Kawsay Apart?
1. If you're a light sleeper, ask for a courtyard-facing room and bring earplugs — La Paz traffic starts early. 2. The hotel doesn't have its own parking, but there's a public car park two blocks east on Calle Potosí; use that rather than street parking, which is risky for overnight theft.
What time is check-in at Kawsay Apart?
Check-in at Kawsay Apart is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Kawsay Apart have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi in all units and lobby; typical speed 15–25 Mbps; no login, just select network and accept terms
Is there a city or tourist tax at Kawsay Apart?
13% VAT (IVA) included in rate; no separate city tax
Where can I eat cheaply near Kawsay Apart?
A set lunch menu (menú ejecutivo) in a local eatery costs 15–25 BOB, usually including soup, main, and a drink.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Kawsay Apart?
Minibuses within the city cost 2 BOB per ride; from the airport, take a minibus to the cemetery stop (15–20 BOB) or a shared taxi (25–35 BOB).
When is the best time to visit La Paz?
May, August, September: clear skies, crisp 15°C highs, minimal rain, and no major festivals to clog transport.
Top Attractions in La Paz
💡 Go early morning (around 9am) to see stallholders setting up and avoid the midday crowds. Don't touch the fetuses unless invited.
💡 Check the changing of the guard at the palace, usually at 10am and 4pm. Avoid sitting on the grass if you value clean trousers.
💡 The museum is small—allow 45 minutes max. The guided tour in Spanish is worth it if you understand basic Spanish.
💡 Buy a single ticket for the best photo stop at the intermediate station. Ride at 5pm for sunset light over Illimani mountain.
💡 Take the 'Chasquipampa' micro bus from Plaza San Francisco (cheap and direct). Go late afternoon for cooler temperatures and better light. Entry under £2.