You'll find hotel rooms in all price ranges, although in Caracas and on Isla Margarita, the offerings are skewed toward high-end business travelers -- and rates tend to be high. There are a dozen or so large, all-inclusive resorts on Isla de Margarita. However, in Merida, Canaima, Los Roques and Los Llanos, you can find delightful small hotels and isolated lodges. While Venezuelan tourism is relatively strong, there are still very few foreign tourists visiting Venezuela. Still, there is a major glut of hotel rooms throughout the country, and competition is often fierce. Few of the large hotels actually charge their published or advertised rack rate. You can get especially good deals in the off season and midweek. It always pays to bargain, especially if you book directly by phone, fax, or the Internet. Finally, you can also save substantially if you pay in cash, especially if you exchange at the black-market rate.
Venezuela has a broad network of posadas, small inns, and lodges. If you're looking for a small, intimate hotel experience, your best bets are Mérida and Los Roques, where posadas abound.
When booking a room, if you ask for a double (doble), you may be given a room with two twin beds. If you want a double or queen-size bed, be specific and ask for a cama matrimonial.
