When you go to La Paz, you need a caring and proactive host. You won't get that with and Airbnb and that could be a real problem with altitude sickness. Same with "5 star" Hotels. The best bet, by far, is the family run Consulado. Add to that, it's a charming 100 year old former consulate with all the period decorations. This hotel and the owners really saved our vacation.

We couldn't stay longer, because of our itinerary only.

We really enjoyed our stay in this hotel so that we even returned for a second stay at another time. The staff and owners were extremely friendly and always happy to help. The rooms are very beautiful and spacious, providing you with everything you need for a short stay.

It could be quite noisy in the rooms, as it is in the centre of La Paz and there’s always some noise going on on the outside. So keep that in mind - however being in the centre of a bursting city it seems unavoidable to get some noise :)

This boutique hotel really has an unique character, but what made our stay truly enjoyable was Juan Carlos and his family who run this hotel. They truly supported and helped us in so so many ways for our stay in La Paz and as first time visitors in Bolivia, as each day we had so many questions. We arrived at 5 am in the morning after an overnight flight, and we could check-in into our room so easily after a private transfer from the airport arranged by Juan Carlos. Everything in this hotel, from the big size of the room, to its distinct interior, to the lovely breakfast each morning, to its very convenient location right in the city centre, just one street behind the main boulevard. We left El Consulado to continue with our itinerary in Bolivia, but we are truly so happy to be returning there for 1 more night on our way to Peru.

Nothing

The huge rooms. The excellent location. Juan as a host.

El Consulado has a fantastic location in the very center of La Paz. The hotel is super clean and the rooms r huge! Juan is the best host. Nothing is too much for him. He put the heaters on for us. He gave us a packed breakfast for our trip to Copacabana as we had to leave early. The breakfast is really nice too. I can highly recommend El Consulado for a stay in La Paz.It is exvellent value for money! Doris Blum, New Zealand

beautiful old consular building. Large rooms with armchairs and table. Quiet but very close to central area and cable car only five minutes walk. Very friendly and helpful staff. They loaned me an umbrella when it was raining. Lovely artwork too. Nice conservatory to sit in. Many restaurants nearby, particularly enjoyed Típica(?) on the road at the back of hotel.

A slightly more generous breakfast would be good.

Huge room, so much space! Great big comfortable bed. Very clean and welcoming reception. Wonderful breakfast and freshly prepared by sweet staff

Soundproofing as it was an old hotel. My husband and I are very light sleepers so this might not be an issue for everyone. Location great but can hear the usual car horns and dogs barking and other guests moving around. This isn’t unique to this property though!

Hotel with GREAT charm! An unforgettable experience! Nice breakfast in the lovely greenhouse included! The manager Juan Carlos is also a travel agent (Pukina Travel Bolivia) and we did a FABULOUS day-trip with him to Lake Titicaca (including a visit to an unexpected Thor Heyerdahl museum!) and the wonderful archaeological site of Tiwanaku ... delicious lunch included!

Nothing ... it was simply PERFECT!

Place is amazing. Clean, spacious, great position, but above all staff is fantastic. Carlos is awesome, so helpful and kind. He helped me a lot in arranging things, giving great advices and answers on my questions as I came unprepared, even borrowing sticks for hiking trip. I have booked this place by coincidence, but I have to say definitely best place I have been so far during my trip.

I liked everything.

The hotel is located in the heart of the city. The rooms are spacious, each featuring beautiful antique furnishings. This charming hotel also has a lovely private garden. Breakfast is served in a bright glass-enclosed garden room, and the selection varies slightly each day, adding a delightful touch to each morning.

Staff extremely friendly and helpful. Made to feel very welcome. We liked the ambiance of the building very much ( this building was originally a consulate). It was nice to be able to sit in a green space in the middle of a busy city ( lovely garden). Breakfast very nice. Great location. Would recommend staying here.

Liked everything.