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Hostel Canoa

2.0 star property
Central hostel with a rooftop terrace connected to a shopping center in La Paz

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Terrace/patio
Free WiFi
Front of property
Fridge, microwave, dishwasher, cookware/dishes/utensils
Terrace/patio

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Calle illampu esquina calle santa cruz, 399, La Paz, La Paz Department, 1234
  • Place, Witches' Market
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Plaza San Francisco
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, San Francisco Church
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, La Paz (LPB-El Alto Intl.)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

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Free WiFi

Bed on Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Triple, Shared Bathroom

  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Private Bathroom | Free WiFi

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Private Bathroom

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Free WiFi

Bed on Mixed Shared Dormitory Quadruple, Shared Bathroom

  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Shared Bathroom | Free WiFi

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Bed on Shared Dormitory Mixed, Ten Beds, Shared Bathroom | Free WiFi

Bed on Shared Dormitory Mixed, Ten Beds, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Bed on Mixed Shared Dormitory Quadruple, Private Bathroom | Free WiFi

Bed on Mixed Shared Dormitory Quadruple, Private Bathroom

  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

La Paz

Located in Downtown La Paz, Hostel Canoa is adjacent to Witches' Market and within a 5-minute walk of Coca Museum. This 36-room hostel has conveniences like a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and a rooftop terrace. Centrally located in La Paz, the hostel is connected to a shopping center, and a short walk from San Francisco Church and Plaza San Francisco.
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What's nearby

  • Witches' Market - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • San Francisco Church - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Plaza San Francisco - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • La Paz Metropolitan Cathedral - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Plaza Murillo - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Edificio Correos Cable Car Station - 9 min walk
  • Viacha Station - 27 min drive
  • El Alto Intl. Airport (LPB) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Luna's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The English Lion's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Angelo Colonial - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Café Tía Gladys - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Popular Cocina Boliviana - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Hostel Canoa

Central hostel with a rooftop terrace connected to a shopping center in La Paz
Guests of Hostel Canoa enjoy a rooftop terrace, free WiFi in public areas, and microwave in a common area. The front desk is staffed 24 hours a day to help with securing valuables and tours/tickets. Additional amenities include a convenience store, a ballroom, and a TV in a common area.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and wired Internet. Dishwashers and wardrobes or closets are also standard.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • CANOA RESTOBAR

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Shopping
  • Table tennis
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Refrigerator on request
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave

Guest services

  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Refrigerator on request
  • Shared kitchen access

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 12:30 AM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

  • You may be required to pay the following charge at the property: Bolivia Value-Added Tax (VAT) at 13%. A VAT exemption is available to travelers who present a valid passport or tourist visa showing they are not a resident of Bolivia.

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Towels fee: USD 1.25 per person, per stay (or guests may bring their own)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 12:30 AM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Hostel Canoa La Paz
Hostel Canoa Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Hostel Canoa Hostel/Backpacker accommodation La Paz

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Hostel Canoa?

Hostel Canoa offers free cancellation on select room rates. If you'd like to learn more, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What is there to do around Hostel Canoa?

This hostel is situated in Downtown La Paz, just steps from Witches' Market and Coca Museum, and within a short walk of Plaza San Francisco. You'll also find National Museum of Art and Plaza Murillo less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Hostel Canoa?

No, there isn't parking at this hostel.

Does Hostel Canoa feature a casino on the premises?

No, Hostel Canoa doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Hostel Canoa?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

Is Hostel Canoa a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this hostel will appreciate amenities like free Internet access as well as a bar and a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at Hostel Canoa?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hostel.

Does Hostel Canoa have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Hostel Canoa doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Hostel Canoa allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Hostel Canoa though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Hostel Canoa?

No, this hostel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Hostel Canoa?

The closest major airport to Hostel Canoa is El Alto Intl. Airport (LPB), which is 8.9 mi away (33 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Hostel Canoa?

No, at Hostel Canoa, there aren't any rooms that list a balcony.

Does Hostel Canoa have a wedding venue?

If wedding bells are in your future, take advantage of the wedding venue at Hostel Canoa.

Hostel Canoa Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 13 reviews

7.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

4.8/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Jamie

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wifi doesn't work, showers don't work, rooms look like hospital rooms but smell like mould, bedding was dirty, the worst hostel I've visited
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Agni

Liked: Staff & service

Good location

Central location easy access to public transportation. Bad internet.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Felipe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

luigi

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Tina Kam

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Det første værelse vi fik stank af røg, men vi fik med det samme et andet og større værelse. Der er et lille køkken ovenpå og god udsigt. Det ligger godt placeret midt i det hele.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Jaime

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roberto

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marcelo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Akim

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Akim

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024