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Hotel Akapana

3.0 star property
Tiahuanaco hotel with restaurant

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Hallway
Staircase
Exterior
Reception
Single Room | Free WiFi

Reviews

7.0 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free breakfast
  • Free parking
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free WiFi
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Room service
  • Business center
  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Concierge services
  • Picnic area
Feel at home
  • Children stay free
  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
The price is $50
includes taxes & fees
$50 per night
Jan 3 - Jan 4, 2025

Room options

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Single Room | Free WiFi

Single Room

Highlights

Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Double Room | Free WiFi

Double Room

Highlights

Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Twin Room | Free WiFi

Twin Room

Highlights

Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds
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About the neighborhood

Map
Manco Kapac Avenue, street corner of the fence # 20, Tiwanaku, Tiwanaku

What's nearby

  • Lithic Museum - 4 min walk
  • Plaza 14 de Septiembre - 8 min walk
  • Tiwanaku - 11 min walk

Getting around

  • El Alto Intl. Airport (LPB) - 78 min drive
  • Tiahuanaco Station - 2 min walk
  • Puerto Guaqui Station - 21 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Taypi Uta - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Pacha Mama - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante El Cóndor - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Restaurant Naranja - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Cabaña del Puma - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hotel Akapana

Take in the views from the rooftop terrace when you stay at Hotel Akapana. For a bite to eat, guests can check out El Mirador, which serves Regional cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Languages

English, Spanish

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 37 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
  • Early check-in subject to availability
  • Late check-in subject to availability
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is noon

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
  • The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 10:00 PM
  • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
  • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • One child (7 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
  • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

  • Pets allowed (dogs only)
  • Service animals welcome

Internet

  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free onsite self parking
  • Onsite parking limited
  • Onsite garage

Transfers

  • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast each morning 7:30 AM–9:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Barbecue grills
  • Room service (limited hours)

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

Working away

  • Business center
  • 2 meeting rooms

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Porter/bellhop

Facilities

  • Rooftop terrace
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Library
  • Television in common areas
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Coffee/tea maker

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

Dining

El Mirador - This restaurant specializes in Regional cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • You may be asked to pay the following charges at the property: Bolivia value-added tax (13%). Nonresident travelers who present a valid passport and tourist visa may be exempt from value-added tax (13%).

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 80 per vehicle (roundtrip)

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.

Also known as

Hotel Akapana Tiwanaku
Hotel Akapana
Hotel Akapana Hotel
Hotel Akapana Tiwanaku
Hotel Akapana Hotel Tiwanaku

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Akapana offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hotel Akapana does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Hotel Akapana?
Yes, dogs are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Hotel Akapana?
Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Hotel Akapana?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 80 per vehicle roundtrip.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Akapana?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.
What is there to do at Hotel Akapana and nearby?
Hotel Akapana has a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Akapana?
Yes, El Mirador offers Regional cuisine.
What's the area around Hotel Akapana like?
Hotel Akapana is a short 2-minute walk from Tiahuanaco Station and 11 minutes' walk from Tiwanaku.

Reviews

7.0

Good

7.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Stellar Customer Service
Stellar customer service is the hallmark of this property. Pablo, the owner’s nephew was the hotel manager and he went above and beyond to make sure we were happy. We were one of two guest rooms booked during this off season, and when I inquired about where we could find dinner, he said they could prepare some for us and what time would we like to eat? We were the only ones eating, yet he made sure he turned on the music for atmosphere. The breakfast (included with your room) was delicious. The hotel itself is situated closest to Tiwanaku and rooms with views of the monument are recommended. Pablo arranged for us to meet an English-speaking guide at Tiwanaku (make sure you book in advance as there are only 3 English speakers right now). When the time came to leave , we asked about a taxi to La Paz and Pablo offered to take us himself! Couldn’t ask for better customer service! Thank you so much, We highly recommend!
Diana, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Conveniently located for a visit to the Tiwanaku ruins (next door), this hotel makes an ok stop after crossing the border from Peru at Desaguadero. It bills itself as '4-star', but it's not really. Spacious hotel has seen better days and feels a bit neglected inside. Very friendly and helpful staff, and a decent meal was provided (although the restaurant was not open). Secure parking was a plus. Bed was completely knackered and felt like most of the springs had collapsed. Water warmish-hot after about 5 mins of running the tap. Good wifi was a suprise.
Benjamin, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

The hotel was next to the Tiwanaku archaeological site and therefore a perfect place to stay. Friendly host, warm water. Rooms were clean.
Andrea, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

This property advised as a 4 star hotel. The rooms are cold, no heat. Uncomfortable bed, no tv, old furniture, not even hangers for your clothes. Expedia overcharges for the room, saying that the hotel is fully booked. I think I was the only guest, haven't seen anyone else. In the future I will avoid using Expedia because they always overcharge for hotel rooms.
Laszlo, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

The staff was excellent and went out of their way to make sure everything was fine The property was located at the best location for visiting Puma Punku and Tiwanaku. Heating could be better.
3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

37 degrees out and no heat. Our room was filthy. Garbage left in room from previous guest. No staff in hotel after 10pm, lights turned out in hallways,etc. very flimsy door, and people knew which rooms were occupied because other rooms had keys in keyhole. Felt unsafe. The heat was the biggest problem though. Froze to death
3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great staff. Cook made us a delicious dinner ! 😋. Great place to visit Tywanaku was expectacular a place and the museum as well !! It is cold in the winter so go in the spring or summer .
1-night family trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

8/10 Very Good

We have been the place 2 years ago. It was packed. This trip, it seems we had arrived in off season. The gigantic hotel only host a few international travelers, which is not a bad idea. The Hotel is just right next to the Tiwanaku site: walk out the door in 1 min, you are at the ticket booth. We were planing to take 2 days to enjoy the sites ( 2 museums and 2 sites), however, the expensive ticket seems valid for only the same day. We talked with the guard and mentioned we stayed at Hotel Akapana, it actually worked out. This is Hotel designed for hardcore Tiwanaku fever enthusiasts! Enjoy the breakfast which having the Sun Gate and Moon Gate in your sight. If Owner Rosario is at Hotel, she was in New Jersey 20 plus years, it will be easier to communicate in English. Kitchen can provide lunch and dinner, but we have to mention it before hand, they will need to prepare the materials fresh. If you go, don't forget to grab a local beer or wine from their inventory. $10 a bottle of wine...not bad! Don't forget to explore their big court yard, there is a friendly dog who is very happy to meet new friends. If you ran out of Bolivianos, Wilie in the hotel can help you. Veronica and Ms. in the kitchen, will try to make a pancake for you in the morning, if you mention it to them. If you like star gazing, it is fairly quiet during the night!
Jack&Viktoriya, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

This hotel places you one block from the entrance to the archeological site of Tiwanaku. Willy, who is managing Hotel Akapana, is knowledgeable about the history and significance of the site, but further, is a really nice guy who does whatever he can to help you with your stay. Very nice meals are available at the hotel as well. I recommend.
Mark, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

It was close to Tiwanaku and the museum. It also looked nice on the outside. The roof leaked in the lobby. I took a shower and got shocked by electricity when I tried touching the water valves. I had to get out of the shower, dry myself off, put my rubber flip flops just to be able to turn the water off. It was the only shower I took, it is 220 volts here and it kind of hurt. I did tell the manager.
1-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

8/10 Very Good

It's the only decent hotel on site. Staff is very friendly and the dinning room very pleasing.
1-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

6/10 Good

Is a bit run down. Maintenance is clearly not a priority and the design was such that problem were to be expected. Water in the shower doesn't drain. Hotel is a bit noisy. Staff is OK, but a smile here and there would be nice. Internet OK. No secure parking, but it's on the corner of 2 quiet streets. The Tiwanuka ruins are about 200 m, walking from the hotel.
1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

No heat in the room, no hot water in shower. Excellent staff, always willing to help and provide valuable information
Frank, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Pleasant stay in a tiny town.
Decent hotel in walking distance to the sights. There was WiFi and warm water for the shower. Hotel has no heat and it gets cold there but they have heavy blankets and offer you more. Just bring warm clothes anyway.
2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Restaurant closed for dinner and very hard to get food in the town. Exposed wires in room and bathroom. Internet not good in room. However,if you want to stay in Tiwanaku, there are not very many choices. It was ok.
1-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

10/10 Exceptional

During the breakfast, you can admire Tiwanaku.....
Tiwanaku is an ancient site which 4th Inca King Inca Maita Capac who was standing and admiring as we just did these days. Crossing boarder from Peru into Bolivia is already an experience. Hotel Akapana is ran by a warm hearted Tiwanaku native, who happened to be in US for years and decide to come home to build a hotel for people to admire Tiwanaku easily.She is totally speaking in American English, that makes our life much easier at this part of world. We have our breakfast, dinner and lunch all at 3rd floor restaurant, Rosera's cooking is wonderful. During the breakfast, we can see the Tiwanaku ruins, Akapana pyramid right from the window. Museums are just 1-2 minus walking distance across the street. Puma Punku is only 3-5 minutes walking by taking the short cut cross the filed at 1 o'clock direction out of the hotel gate. Next time, I will spend at least two days in order to enjoy the Museums( 1-2 hours for each ), Tiwanaku ( 5-6 hours) and Puma Pumku (2-3 hours.)
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Convenient and helpful staff
The management were really helpful at arranging things for us and giving us advice on the local area. It was cold and there is no heating in the rooms, which are comfortable but basic. Breakfast was nice and the hotel was really convenient for the local sites
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Cute hotel next to Tiwanaku ruins
This adorable hotel has no wifi and doesn't take credit cards. But the staff is friendly and the food good. Perfect location next to Tiwanaku ruins, museum and the town square.
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

A good idea badly executed
This is the best hotel in Tiwanaku but it is not great. It tries hard to be a class act but is understaffed, cold, cleanliness could be better and totally a mess. No wifi and they don't take card payments.
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Nice hotel, close to the ruins, but NO WIFI!!
two blocks from the ruins, clean rooms, helpful staff. No wifi!
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Juste en face du site archéologique : très pratique!
Jean-Philippe, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Ruínas de Tiwanaco
Saimos de La Paz, de carro alugado, na hora do almoço para visitar as ruinas de Tiwanaco, e com receito de pegar a estrada a noite, dormimos no Hotel Akapana. O hotel é muito simples e sem manutenção, mas tivemos banho quente, cama e um muito simples mas bom café da manhã, sem TV no quarto. Outro problema, a cidade nao rem resraurantes a noite, e acabamos ficando sem jantar.
Maria Tereza, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Wenn die Auswahl begrenzt ist…
Die Lage zur der Ausgrabungsstätte ist ideal Das Personal spricht englisch. Die Sauberkeit ist akzeptabel. Es gibt einen kostenlosen, sicheren Parkplatz Das war‘s schon zum Positiven. Die Matratzen sind eine Zumutung. Man spürt nicht nur jede einzelne Feder, nein sie tun weh! Das Angebot im Ort ist nicht groß. Wahrscheinlich ist dieses Hotel schon eins der Guten.
Sylwia, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Equipe do hotel muito atenciosa e solicita
Wagner, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review