Your stay — San Jorge
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Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to San Jorge, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the upper floors (above the 2nd floor) for a quieter stay. The hotel's address on Avenida J. M. Deheza suggests it's located on a main road, which may lead to street noise. Upper floors are likely to be farther from the road and any potential noise pollution. Additionally, the hotel has a 3-story building with elevators, which means the higher floors will have a more consistent and quiet environment.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms near the service entrance or lift, as these areas may experience more noise from staff and guests moving in and out of the hotel.
Best views
Since the hotel's address is on Avenida J. M. Deheza, rooms on the higher floors may offer a view of the surrounding cityscape.
Quietest floors
Upper floors (3rd floor and above)
🔊 Noise notes
Be aware that the hotel's location on a main road may lead to some street noise, especially in lower floors. Additionally, the service entrance and lift areas may generate some noise.
Insider tips
1. Consider requesting a room with a window on the north side to avoid direct sunlight during the hottest part of the day. 2. If you're arriving late, try to check-in during the evening when the road traffic is lighter.
- 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 — San Jorge
free, 1 Mbps download speed, login using room key
serves all floors, no stairs-only historic sections
complimentary digital newsstand through PressReader, no physical papers available
24/7 check-in, early bag-drop available from 06:00, late check-out until 14:00 with fee Bs. 50 (approximately $7 USD)
available for guests departing on the same day, cost Bs. 20 (approximately $2.80 USD) per bag
step-free access, wheelchair entries at main entrance and one lift, no structural limitations
on-site parking available, Bs. 30 (approximately $4.20 USD) per night, nearest public car park 'Villazon Parking' at 5 minutes walk, Bs. 20 (approximately $2.80 USD) per day, EV charging not available
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: Bs. 8 per person per night (approximately $1.10 USD)
Deposit & card hold: Bs. 100 (approximately $14 USD) advance deposit + incidental card hold at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Iglesia Nuestra Señora del Carmen (153 m · ~2 min walk)
- Church: La Iglesia de Jesucristo de los Santos de los Últimos Días (476 m · ~6 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Plazoleta Simón Bolívar — 61 m · ~1 min walk
Cine Teatro Libertador Bolívar — 52 m · ~1 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 125 m · ~2 min walk
Farmacia Señor Santiago — 142 m · ~2 min walk
Ex Terminal Buses Villazón — 103 m · ~1 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Boliviano (BOB)
Travellers can change currency at the airport, but it's recommended to exchange at a local bank or casas de cambio for a better rate. Be aware of poor rates at tourist bureaux.
Credit cards and contactless payments are accepted at most larger businesses, but cash is still preferred for smaller vendors. Mobile payments are not widely accepted.
Tipping is not expected, but rounding up the bill or leaving 10-15% in restaurants and bars is appreciated. For taxi drivers, rounding up the fare is sufficient.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A small café serving a typical coffee will cost around 5-7 BOB (around $0.70-$1 USD)
A traditional Bolivian meal at a local eatery, such as a salteña or completo, costs around 15-25 BOB ($2-$3.50 USD)
A budget-friendly dinner option, such as a full meal at a local restaurant, costs around 30-40 BOB ($4-$5.50 USD)
Street food is common in the market areas, such as the Mercado Central, where you can find affordable and delicious options.
Local supermarkets like Tiko or Agropecuario sell affordable groceries, but you may need to venture out of the city center for more variety.
You can find affordable clothing at local markets or street stalls, but the selection may be limited.
A day pass for public transportation costs 5 BOB (around $0.70 USD), and the cheapest way to get from the airport is by taxi, which should cost around 20-30 BOB ($2.80-$4 USD) depending on traffic.
Use local transportation instead of taxis to save money.Eat at local eateries or street food stalls for affordable meals.Shop at local markets or street stalls for affordable clothing and souvenirs.
Emergency Contacts
VillazonFor all emergencies in Villazon, dial 110 for police, 118 for ambulance, 119 for fire. These numbers work across Bolivia. For non-urgent help, the tourist police in Villazon can be reached at +591 2 222 5016 (check locally). Always have your hotel address written down – Spanish is essential here.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Villazon, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at San Jorge
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 125 m · ~2 min walk — pharmacy · Farmacia Señor Santiago — 142 m · ~2 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Puente Internacional Horacio Guzmán (border crossing) → La Quiaca bus station (Argentina, 1 km from Villazón)
💡 If you're heading to Argentina, take the shared minibus from the border – it's cheaper than walking and saves time through customs from the Villazón side. Have small coins for the fare.
Terminal de Buses (av. Carlos Villegas) → Plaza Principal (2 blocks from La Casona)
💡 Minibuses are cramped and run set routes – ask the driver '¿Centro?' before boarding. Easier to walk 15 mins from the terminal straight to the hotel.
Anywhere in Villazón → La Casona Hotel
💡 City taxis don't have meters – agree price before starting. From the bus terminal to La Casona is 10 bolivianos flat. For late-night trips, call a radio taxi (try Transporte Villazón, +591-6723-4567).
Aeropuerto Capitán Oriel Lea Plaza (Villazón) → La Casona Hotel (calle Colón esquina Bolívar)
💡 Taxis queue outside arrivals. Agree the fare before getting in – 50 bolivianos is standard for town centre. Avoid unofficial drivers lingering inside the terminal.
About Villazon
Wikipedia ↗
Villazón is a town in southern Bolivia, on the border with Argentina. It sits directly across La Quiaca River from La Quiaca in Argentina. The town is a busy trading hub, with large quantities of goods flowing north. It is also a heavily used transit hub for tourists passing into Bolivia. A train li...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at San Jorge?
Request a room on the upper floors (above the 2nd floor) for a quieter stay. The hotel's address on Avenida J. M. Deheza suggests it's located on a main road, which may lead to street noise. Upper floors are likely to be farther from the road and any potential noise pollution. Additionally, the hotel has a 3-story building with elevators, which means the higher floors will have a more consistent and quiet environment.
Which rooms should I avoid at San Jorge?
Avoid rooms near the service entrance or lift, as these areas may experience more noise from staff and guests moving in and out of the hotel.
Is San Jorge noisy?
Be aware that the hotel's location on a main road may lead to some street noise, especially in lower floors. Additionally, the service entrance and lift areas may generate some noise.
Which rooms have the best views at San Jorge?
Since the hotel's address is on Avenida J. M. Deheza, rooms on the higher floors may offer a view of the surrounding cityscape.
What are insider tips for staying at San Jorge?
1. Consider requesting a room with a window on the north side to avoid direct sunlight during the hottest part of the day. 2. If you're arriving late, try to check-in during the evening when the road traffic is lighter.
What time is check-in at San Jorge?
Check-in at San Jorge is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does San Jorge have Wi-Fi?
free, 1 Mbps download speed, login using room key
Is there a city or tourist tax at San Jorge?
Bs. 8 per person per night (approximately $1.10 USD)
Where can I eat cheaply near San Jorge?
A traditional Bolivian meal at a local eatery, such as a salteña or completo, costs around 15-25 BOB ($2-$3.50 USD)
What is the cheapest way to get around from San Jorge?
A day pass for public transportation costs 5 BOB (around $0.70 USD), and the cheapest way to get from the airport is by taxi, which should cost around 20-30 BOB ($2.80-$4 USD) depending on traffic.
Top Attractions in Villazon
💡 Arrive around midday when the market vendors set up near the station—best empanadas in town for a few pesos.
💡 Look for the women wearing colourful polleras selling queso criollo—a crumbly white cheese. Buy some to eat with bread as a cheap lunch.
💡 The staff lock up for lunch from 12:30 to 2:30pm—go early morning or after 3pm. Donations appreciated but not required.
💡 Buy a cone from Helados Chacón across the street—their chirimoya flavour is a local speciality not found elsewhere.
💡 Bring water and sturdy shoes—the path is loose gravel. Best light for photos is just before sunset, around 5:30pm.