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Our top choices for El Alto hostels

A hallway with wooden flooring, a staircase, and a seating area with a red leather couch.

1. The Adventure Brew Hostel

The Adventure Brew Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown La Paz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (15 reviews)
"Amazing place to stay. Great view of La Paz and near the bus station and walkable to main square. Great exercise every day walking up the hill. Friendly and attentive staff too and Remo and team helped organise tours and watched all the football and food at the bar. Highly recommended and stayed here for nearly a month."
United Kingdom
Oliver
The price is Rp518.972
Rp518.972 total
7 Nov - 8 Nov
The Adventure Brew Hostel
A rooftop terrace with potted plants, a wooden chair, and a purple wall.

2. Hotel Downtown

Hotel Downtown
2.0 star property
La Paz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (10 reviews)
"Hot water, nice bedroom, pleasant staff."
United States
Joanna
The price is Rp522.389
Rp522.389 total
7 Nov - 8 Nov
Hotel Downtown
A high-rise room with large windows, wicker furniture, and potted plants.

3. Hostel Canoa

Hostel Canoa
2.0 star property
Downtown La Paz
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (20 reviews)
"Central location easy access to public transportation. Bad internet."
United States
Agni
The price is Rp183.080
Rp183.080 total
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Hostel Canoa
Two people sitting at a wooden table with a meal, including toast, fruit, and drinks, in front of a colorful mural.

4. YORK HOUSE

YORK HOUSE
2.0 star property
Downtown La Paz
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (7 reviews)
"Great location, big clean room with a lovely hot shower. Breakfast was ok. Only negative was that i feel the hotel overcharged us when we asked them if they could book a taxi for us to the airport."
United Kingdom
Cheryl Ann
The price is Rp594.710
Rp594.710 total
21 Nov - 22 Nov
YORK HOUSE
A multi-level atrium with a central staircase, potted plants, and outdoor seating areas.

5. La Posada de la Abuela Obdulia

La Posada de la Abuela Obdulia
2.0 star property
La Paz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"Beautiful property close to everything!"
United States
Marisa
The price is Rp650.952
Rp1.277.855 total
7 Nov - 8 Nov
La Posada de la Abuela Obdulia
A breakfast setup with two plates of scrambled eggs and toast, butter, jam, and a milk jug on a wooden table.

6. Lobo Hostel La Paz

Lobo Hostel La Paz
2.0 star property
Downtown La Paz
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1 review)
"Une guesthouse bien organisée."
France
Georges
The price is Rp177.872
Rp304.446 total
7 Nov - 8 Nov
Lobo Hostel La Paz
A multi-level atrium with a central seating area, potted plants, and a patterned floor.

7. 1825 Stay

1825 Stay
2.0 star property
Downtown La Paz
The price is Rp688.382
Rp688.382 total
7 Nov - 8 Nov
1825 Stay
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Learn more about El Alto

Perched dramatically above La Paz, El Alto's vibrant Mercado 16 de Julio offers everything from alpaca jumpers to ancient remedies on Thursdays and Sundays. Take the red teleférico cable car for spectacular views of the city and snow-capped mountains that frame this high-altitude urban landscape.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best hostels in El Alto?

If you're looking to find reasonable accommodation in El Alto, you might like this popular choice: Onkel Inn Airport Sleepbox - Property features at this capsule hotel include free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk.

When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in El Alto?

Good weather's definitely a plus when you're experiencing new places, so here's some information about the seasons: The hottest months are usually November and October, with an average temperature of 8°C, while the coldest months are July and June, with an average of 6°C. Average annual precipitation for El Alto is 966 mm.

What is there to see and do in El Alto?

Overall, El Alto is known for its theatres, monuments and restaurants. Get out into nature with places such as Japanese Garden, Mirador Laikakota and Muela del Diablo. Cultural attractions include Saint Gabriel Theatre, National Museum of Art and Teatro Municipal Alberto Saavedra Pérez. Locals like to shop at Witches' Market and Megacenter Bolivia.

What's the best way to get to and around El Alto while staying at a hostel?

Keep this information about transit options in and around El Alto in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is La Paz (LPB-El Alto Intl.), 3.6 mi (5.8 km) from the city centre. After you've arrived, you may want to make use of public transport. Walk to nearby metro stations such as Terminal de Transporte Cable Car Station, Río Seco Cable Car Station and Plaza UPEA Cable Car Station.