Hotel Lorimar is a small, simple hotel on Nicolás Bravo in the Zona Comercial of La Paz, about a two-minute walk from the Malecón and ten minutes from the cathedral. It is one of the best-value options in the center, rated around 8.2 out of 10 by more than two hundred guests, and from-prices in November are among the lowest in town. There are six room types, from standard queen rooms and double rooms for four to economy and comfort studio suites, plus classic and junior suites with partial or full bay views. Rooms have air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, safes, rainfall showers and free toiletries, and the front desk can help with tours and tickets and arrange a round-trip airport shuttle for a surcharge. It is plain, practical accommodation for people who care more about location than facilities.
Location and getting around
You are two minutes from the Malecón and close to cafes, taquerias and the marina area, so evenings are easy on foot. The cathedral is about ten minutes away, and the airport is roughly nineteen minutes by car. The hotel does not offer parking, so it suits travellers who rely on tours, taxis and walking. Tour pickups are straightforward, and the staff can book whale shark, island and Balandra outings.
Rooms and facilities
Choose a standard queen for the lowest rate, a double-bed room for four people or a suite if you want more space or a view of the bay. Facilities are basic: laundry facilities, daily housekeeping, luggage storage and smoke-free premises. Breakfast is not included, but guest reviews mention a cafe on site serving breakfast on most days, so check the current arrangement. Check-in runs from 3 pm to midnight with no after-hours check-in, and check-out is at 11 am. Pets are not allowed.
Who it suits and good to know: budget-conscious couples, solo travellers and friends who plan to spend most days on boats and beaches. It is not a resort, so expect modest rooms and a simple setting, and ask for a room away from the street if noise bothers you. Reviews are mostly positive but more mixed than at the higher-priced hotels, so read recent comments and confirm your room type before you arrive. Rates vary by date and tend to rise in winter and holiday weeks, so reserve early for peak periods.
Why stay here
- ✓Two minutes from the Malecón
- ✓Six room types
- ✓Free in-room Wi-Fi
- ✓Air conditioning
- ✓In-room safes
- ✓Tour and ticket assistance
- ✓Airport shuttle for a fee
- ✓Luggage storage
Good questions
How close is Hotel Lorimar to the Malecón?+
It is about a two-minute walk to the Malecón. The cathedral is roughly ten minutes away on foot.
Does Hotel Lorimar have parking?+
No, the hotel does not offer parking, so it suits guests who use tours, taxis and their feet. Ask about street parking if you rent a car.
Is breakfast included?+
No, breakfast is not part of the rate, though guest reviews mention a cafe on site. Confirm the current arrangement with the hotel.
