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Columbus Palace Hotel Frommer's Recommended

Address
Av. Illimani 1990
Location At the corner of Plaza del Estadio, Around Town
Phone 0102/2242-444
Fax 0102/2245-367
Web site www.hotel-columbus.com
Room Information 33 units (shower only)
Prices $36 (£18) double; $45 (£23) triple; $45 (£23) suite. Rates include buffet breakfast
Credit Cards AE, MC, V
In Room Amenities TV, minibar

Frommer's Review

There are not many hotels in Bolivia that give you a choice of seven types of pillows, including "Rock" for those who like something firm to rest their heads on. You'll get that at the Columbus, which used to be the new kid on the block, but like most hotels in La Paz is now in need of a revamp. The rooms are small but the beds are comfortable and decor cheery. The shiny, tiled bathrooms are also small but very clean. All the rooms have large, double-paned windows, which offer nice views. Unfortunately, service here can be nonexistent. The hotel's main disadvantage is its 15-minute walk from the center, but a taxi only costs about Bs8 ($1/50p), and rooms here are much less expensive than similar hotels in the city center.

Facilities:
Restaurant; dance club; room service; in-room massage; babysitting; laundry service; dry cleaning

Note: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.


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