Must-see hotels in South America

  • Hotel Carabobo

    Venezuela

    Ideally located just off Plaza Bolívar, this hotel still has one foot in the 1970s with some lurid vinyl furniture remaining in the dark lobby and poor…

  • Finca El Monte

    Venezuela

    Friendly Swiss couple Ernesto and Ursula run this cozy family posada. They serve delicious meals (vegetarian on request), organize walking tours in the…

  • Hotel Laja Real

    Venezuela

    One of the most upscale hotels in town and conveniently situated just across the street from the airport, the Laja Real has 73 modern, minimalist rooms…

  • Floreana Lava Lodge

    The Galápagos Islands

    The Floreana Lava Lodge is a collection of tidy little waterfront cabins set out on black-lava rock a few minutes from town. Often occupied by groups on…

  • Posada Araya Wind

    Venezuela

    The most stylish posada in town, the neatly decorated Araya Wind is located right next to the fortress and offers up 14 good rooms with cane roofing. Some…

  • Nova Colonial

    Venezuela

    Housed in a converted colonial house, this friendly and central posada offers comfortable, fan-cooled rooms and a couple of spacious air-conditioned…

  • La Posada del Ángel

    Venezuela

    In the middle of the village of Medina, is the colorful 20-room La Posada del Ángel, 3 km from the beach. This is an ideal option for thiose on a modest…

  • Hotel La Floresta

    Caracas

    La Floresta is a 10-story block of smallish rooms with attached balconies; those on the north side get a good glimpse of the mango-dotted La Estancia…

  • Posada Colonial El Picure

    Venezuela

    Just four simple but clean rooms come with high ceilings at this pleasantly serene colonial building. They’re set around a concrete courtyard with talking…

  • La Cigala

    Venezuela

    This refined, eight-room boutique posada is extra-friendly and well run, by a tri-lingual couple and a lovely staff. Whitewashed in understated Med…

  • Windsurfer’s Oasis

    Venezuela

    This three-story white hotel is one of the most prominent buildings in town. It’s right on the beach but you can also hang out in the pool, surrounding…

  • Campamento Boca de Tigre

    Venezuela

    The otherwise remote delta position of this camp is somewhat marred by a large boat building operation next door, but the place itself is very pleasant,…

  • Hacienda Paria Shakti Case Bukare

    Venezuela

    Hacienda Paria Shakti Case Bukare, a yoga and meditation retreat in the old cocoa plantation hacienda, is right next door to the Museo del Cacao Pariano…

  • Hostal Casagrande

    Venezuela

    The 19 large, beautiful rooms in this stunning colonial-style hotel come with lovely artwork and rustic furniture. Even the halls are nice, and there’s a…

  • Hotel La Torraca

    Venezuela

    The reception desk doesn’t look very promising, but don’t worry – the 48 rooms, distributed over three floors, are airy, bright and good value. Most of…

  • Posada Mamá Chepy

    Venezuela

    Mama’s place is a healthy walk from downtown, and would be hard to locate in the dark, but it’s still a decent value for Niquitao. Set about 400m uphill…

  • Hacienda Vuelta Larga

    Venezuela

    Hacienda Vuelta Larga is a 10-sq-km ecological ranch with water buffalo and about 230 bird species operated by Klaus Müller. The campamento provides…

  • Residencias Tore

    Venezuela

    This posada encompasses two very secure buildings across the street from each other, and while it’s a mainstay with tour groups, our last stay wasn’t…

  • Campamento Churúm

    Venezuela

    Located opposite the soccer pitch, Excursiones Kavac’s clean and comfortable camp has 30 rooms in two blocks. All rooms have fans, and four also have air…

  • Gran Hotel Puerto La Cruz

    Venezuela

    This ship-shaped, five-star option is located just beyond the marina. Almost all of the 206 rooms have beautiful sea views (with balcony and see-through…

  • Hotel Playa Galdonas

    Venezuela

    Looming over the beach is this large, 30-room hotel, a surprisingly classy establishment for such a remote location. Many of the spacious rooms have great…

  • Lidotel

    Venezuela

    Opened in 2008, this modern boutique hotel sits just behind Centro Comercial Sambil. Sizable rooms are stylishly appointed in a burnt-orange-and-chocolate…

  • Posada Luz Caraballo

    Venezuela

    Facing the tree-filled Plaza Milla, the Luz offers 42 rooms spread over three floors. Popular with tour groups and serving basic meals downstairs, this…

  • Posada Turística Jardín Boconés

    Venezuela

    This romantic, 100-year-old house has a leafy central garden shaded by two old mango trees. It has eight cheerful, tranquil rooms, all with bathrooms and…

  • Hotel Central

    Venezuela

    Located on bustling Blvd Gómez, this good option has a pleasant airy feel to its public areas with their tiled floors and kitschy art. Rooms are very…

  • Posada San Francisco

    Venezuela

    This two-building posada contains a beautiful renovated old casona (large house) with spacious rooms arranged around a tranquil, palm-filled patio with…

  • Yubartas

    Pacific Coast

    Offering elegant wooden cabañas with private bathrooms set in a large garden, this lodge in Juanchaco is one of the most comfortable accommodation options…

  • IguanAcción

    Venezuela

    Along the river, camp in an artsy and ramshackle wonder-world of zip lines and mosaic-tiled archways. There's a basic kitchen and lockers (bring a lock),…

  • Hotel Catimar

    Caracas

    Right across the street from the beach, this professional operation has 75 comfortable rooms, an excellent ocean-view restaurant, good internet access and…

  • L’Auberge Posada

    Venezuela

    This new French-run posada is a comfortable option in the center of town. There are eight good-sized rooms, some of which have mezzanines, and all of…

  • Hotel Santa Ana

    Venezuela

    If you're not in the mood for an old fashioned posada, try this gleaming new 50-room hotel, popular with Venezuelan weekenders. Rooms are clean and modern…

  • Hotel Venezia

    Venezuela

    All the rooms in this brightly colored hotel have (very small) bathrooms and air-con. The hotel surrounds a pleasant courtyard of small shops, including a…

  • Posada Morichal

    Venezuela

    This attractively set out posada, moments from Canaima’s landing strip, is nestled in well-tended gardens. It has nine comfortable and clean rooms with…

  • Posada O'Leary

    Venezuela

    Popular with in-the-know business travelers, this new six-room lodging looks humdrum from the outside but the snug and ultra-modern white rooms sport…

  • Villa La Encantada

    Venezuela

    The only posada in town, Villa La Encantada offers 12 good rooms with fans spilling down a hillside. There’s even a pool to splash around in, and an…

  • Pueblo Pequeño

    Venezuela

    This sweet, village-style collection of rustic cabañas in the hills above Caripe is a haven of rest and relaxation, popular with vacationing Venezuelans…

  • Piano y Papaya

    Venezuela

    Behind the church, this bright, fresh posada has just five spacious, vanilla-scented rooms with mosquito nets and paintings by the artistic owner, along…

  • Hotel Cocoparaiso

    Venezuela

    A very pleasant stay, this spot is just across the street from the beach. Twenty-six comfortable, spacious rooms enjoy a large front patio complete with a…

  • Hotel Campo Alegre

    Caracas

    Tucked away in a quieter location than some midrange options in the area, this secure, somewhat friendly option is clean and fuss-free. It’s walking…

  • Hotel del Centro

    Venezuela

    This hotel is just about the cheapest acceptable option in the center. Rooms are basic but surprisingly large, and all have private bathrooms and cable TV…

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