Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
(
342-1000;
www.lostajiboshotel.com
;
San Martín 455, Barrio Equipetrol; s/d/ste
B$1200/1350/2500;
) The facilities at Los Tajibos are top class with rooms set in
lush tropical gardens. Enjoy the nightclub, racquetball courts and pool then relax with a
massage in the health club.
Residencial Ikandire $$
(
339-3975;
www.residencialikandire.com
; Sucre 51; s/d/tr B$160/200/270, without
bathroom B$110/160/240;
) A converted colonial house that retains a number of quaint
original features, though the nausea-inducing bedspreads in some rooms are not among
them. That said, this new place is excellent value and one of the best options in the center,
being located just half a block from the main plaza.
HOTEL
Residencial Bolívar $$
(
334-2500; Sucre 131; s/d B$200/240, without bathroom dm/s/d B$80/110/170)
It's
been in business since 1905 and is reputedly the city's oldest hotel. There are leafy tropic-
al patios, a toucan snoozing on a branch and clean, if small, rooms. You can laze in the
hammocks or read in the courtyard. Spanish lessons are available for guests and there is a
kitchen for guests to use.
HOSTEL
HOSTEL
Jodanga Backpackers Hostel $$
(
312-0033;
www.jodanga.com
; El Fuerte 1380, Zona Parque Urbano; dm B$70-85, d
B$220, without bathroom B$180;
) The 'in' place for Santa Cruz backpackers,
this superbly equipped hostel has a pool, jacuzzi, pool table, free internet and seriously
groovy, air-conditioned rooms, as well as a party atmosphere inspired by its own bar. It
also organizes great value Spanish classes.
Hotel Rio Magdalena $$
(
339-3011;
www.hotelriomagdalena.com
; Arenales 653; dm B$90, s/d B$140/180;
) A former Peace Corps hangout, this is a top-notch midrange option with comfortable
rooms, an inviting pool and a roof terrace with glorious views of the city.
HOTEL
Hotel Lido $$
HOTEL