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Calle Sucre 131, Santa Cruz, Bolivia
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Residencial Bolivar
Ranked #5 of 37 hotels in Santa Cruz
4.0 of 5 stars 13 Reviews
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Melbourne, Australia
Senior Contributor
37 reviews 37 reviews
Reviews in 33 cities Reviews in 33 cities
21 helpful votes 21 helpful votes
“A Bolivian paradise”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 January 2012
3
people found this review helpful

I had a great time at the Residencial Bolivar over 4 nights. The staff, although not being able to speak English very well, are extremely friendly and polite to everyone.

The rooms were slightly small, and as I went in December, extremely hot during the night. There is only a fan in the room, so sleeping can be difficult during hot weather, but thankfully the showers are clean if you need to cool off a bit.

Breakfast was included, and it was great- fresh fruit, jams, breads and juices. Location-wise, it's only 2 blocks from the main square, and close to facilities like the supermarket, laundromat and cafes and restaurants.

Santa Cruz isn't the greatest city by any means for sightseeing, but Residencial Bolivar makes a relaxing pitstop in between Samaipata, Amboro, La Paz or other places in Bolivia. When I return to Bolivia, I'll be back.

  • Stayed December 2011, travelled solo
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Berlin, Germany
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25 reviews 25 reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
“Best hostel we stayed in in Bolivia!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 December 2011
1
person found this review helpful

I loved the place! The room and bathrooms were good, the staff was friendly, the breakfast with fruits, eggs and fresh juice was the best we had, Simon the tucan is hilarious and you can relax forever in the hammocks.

  • Stayed December 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Pompano Beach, Florida
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52 reviews 52 reviews
Reviews in 44 cities Reviews in 44 cities
25 helpful votes 25 helpful votes
“An oasis in Santa Cruz”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 November 2011

The rooms are very small and simple, but the grounds and common areas are very nice. The staff is very kind and helpful, and of course Simon the toucan is a treat! The breakfast buffet is simple, but plentiful. Plenty of tables and hammocks to relax in during the day, and common kitchen. A quiet and friendly place, with 10pm quiet hours.

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  • Stayed November 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Bern, Switzerland
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18 reviews 18 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
“Great place in the center of town”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 October 2011
2
people found this review helpful

This is a backpacker hostal. Don't expect luxury. The location is perfect, just next to the main square. The rooms are clean and there is a lovely common area to sit down, relax or talk to the tucan. The breakfast buffe is very good with lots of fresh fruit, bread, juice, scrambled eggs... The staff is very nice and helpfull (It's better if you can speak spanish, but what else do you expect in Bolivia) The only problem is, when guests are too load skyping or watching TV in the middle of the night, but the staff tries to keep these guests down. All in all it is a good place to stay.

  • Stayed October 2011, travelled with family
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
“one of the best hostels we've been in”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 September 2011 via mobile
3
people found this review helpful

We had one night between 2 connection flights in Bolivia and like most people expected the worst. When we got to the hostel we were surprised by the warm wellcome in the reception and Saimon (the tocan that live in the garden). We stayed in a double room with private bathroom which was clean and cousy.
I would tought that in Bolivia the cost should be lower but overall it was worth it.
If you are looking for a hostel, don't think twice and take this one.

  • Stayed August 2011
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Calle Sucre 131, Santa Cruz, Bolivia
Price range (per night):* INR560

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