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3-star hotels in La Paz
A shortlist of 3-star hotels in La Paz, Mexico — ten places split between the malecón, the historic centre and the road out to Pichilingue. It is for travellers who want a mid-range base for the beach, the whale sharks and the old town without paying waterfront resort rates.
Staying in La Paz
La Paz is a calm Gulf of California city where the water is the main event: the malecón runs along the shore and is where boats leave in the morning for whale sharks and Espíritu Santo, and where people walk at sunset. Three streets inland, the historic centre holds the small hotels and, according to our scans, the lowest rates. North of town the coast road to Pichilingue leads towards Balandra and El Tecolote, some 25 km away.
These ten 3-star hotels follow that geography. Casa al Mar and City Express by Marriott La Paz sit on Paseo Alvaro Obregon, the malecón itself; One La Paz, Hotel Catedral and Republica Pagana Adults Only are in the centre, and Casa Palma on Calle Francisco I. Madero. The Westmarine Waterfront Hotel and Club el Moro Hotel Suites are on the Carretera A Pichilingue, Hotel Zar La Paz on Boulevard Constituyentes and Josefa Suites on Josefa Ortiz De Domínguez. Couples, families and business travellers all find something here: pools and family rooms on one side, business centres and express check-in on the other.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
The Westmarine Waterfront Hotel
Carretera A Pichilingue Km 2.5, La Paz
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Bar/Snack/Café
Why stay hereSet on the road to Pichilingue, The Westmarine Waterfront Hotel pairs a waterfront position with a beach nearby and free parking, so guests arriving by car can settle in without fuss. A 24-hour front desk, free Wifi and breakfast keep days simple, and family rooms make it a practical pick for travellers exploring La Paz with children. It suits those who want to be close to the water and out of the busiest streets.
See The Westmarine Waterfront HotelHotel Zar La Paz
Boulevard Constituyentes 4015, La Paz
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
Why stay hereHotel Zar La Paz on Boulevard Constituyentes offers an outdoor pool and free parking, handy for guests touring the peninsula by car and unwinding afterwards. Pets are allowed, which makes it one of the few 3-star options in the city open to travellers with animals. Non-smoking rooms, a bar and a 24-hour front desk round out a straightforward stay for motorists and families passing through La Paz.
See Hotel Zar La PazCity Express by Marriott La Paz
Paseo Alvaro Obregon Km. 2.5, La Paz
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Fitness Center
Why stay hereCity Express by Marriott La Paz stands on Paseo Alvaro Obregon and combines an outdoor pool with a fitness centre, useful for guests who want a swim and a workout between outings. Business travellers get a business centre, room service and free Wifi, while free parking helps those driving in. Its central-boulevard address and lifts suit short city stays where convenience matters more than resort trappings.
See City Express by Marriott La PazClub el Moro Hotel Suites
Km 2 Carretera A Pichilingue, La Paz
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Bar/Snack/Café
Why stay hereClub el Moro Hotel Suites gives guests kitchen and kitchenette facilities in a garden setting on the Carretera A Pichilingue, a good fit for longer stays and families who prefer preparing some meals themselves. Balconies, a bar and breakfast add comfort, and free parking plus car rental service make day trips along the coast easy. Fishing is on offer for guests drawn to the Sea of Cortez.
See Club el Moro Hotel SuitesOne La Paz
Nicolas Bravo 590. Colonia Centro, La Paz
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereOne La Paz sits on Nicolas Bravo in Colonia Centro, putting guests in the historic centre within reach of the city's main squares and waterfront. An outdoor pool and terrace provide space to relax after walking the downtown streets, and free parking is a real advantage for a central address. Non-smoking rooms, a 24-hour front desk and free Wifi make it a sensible base for sightseeing couples and short-stay visitors.
See One La PazHotel Catedral
Independencia 411, La Paz
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Free car parking
- Breakfast in room
- Bar/Snack/Café
Why stay hereHotel Catedral takes its name from its Independencia address near the centre, and guests benefit from a bar, breakfast in room and a business centre under one roof. Balconies and a beach nearby give a seaside feel, while currency exchange and car rental service help travellers organise onward plans. It suits visitors who want to be central and have practical services on hand, including free parking and Wifi.
See Hotel CatedralCasa al Mar
220 Paseo Alvaro Obregon Zona Comercial, La Paz
Best for: Families · Breakfast
- Breakfast
- Bar/Lounge
- Family rooms
Why stay hereCasa al Mar sits on Paseo Alvaro Obregon in the commercial district, a practical base for travellers who want to be in the middle of things. Family rooms and kitchenettes let guests settle in for longer stays, while breakfast and dinner on site remove the need to plan every meal. Air conditioning, free wifi and a 24-hour front desk cover the basics, and the bar and lounge give the day an easy end. Bike and car rental services make it simple to explore beyond the centre.
See Casa al MarRepublica Pagana Adults Only
387 Belisario Domínguez Zona Central, La Paz
Best for: Breakfast
- Breakfast
- Bar/Snack/Café
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereRepublica Pagana Adults Only on Belisario Domínguez is reserved for grown-up guests, with massage, entertainment activities and diving on offer for a stay built around relaxation and the water. A bar, breakfast and concierge service keep things easy, and the central Zona Central location puts the city within walking distance. Couples looking for a quieter, adults-only base in La Paz are the natural audience.
See Republica Pagana Adults OnlyCasa Palma
745 Calle Francisco I. Madero, La Paz
Best for: Breakfast
- Breakfast
- Lounge
- Kitchen
Why stay hereCasa Palma on Calle Francisco I. Madero offers a garden, patio and lounge alongside kitchen facilities including a refrigerator, microwave and oven, making it well suited to self-catering stays. The beach is nearby and diving can be arranged, so guests can combine time in the water with quiet evenings at the house. Breakfast and a restaurant on site remove the need to venture far for meals.
See Casa PalmaJosefa Suites
2125 Josefa Ortiz De Domínguez, La Paz
Best for: Drivers · Step-free access
- Parking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereJosefa Suites on Josefa Ortiz De Domínguez is a compact, straightforward choice with free Wifi, parking and a terrace, plus shuttle service for guests arranging transfers. Express check-out speeds up departures, and wheelchair accessibility makes it usable for travellers with mobility needs. It suits visitors who want a simple, well-connected base in La Paz rather than extensive leisure facilities.
See Josefa Suites
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Parking | Breakfast | Pool or spa |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Westmarine Waterfront Hotel | ★★★ | Yes | Yes | – |
| Hotel Zar La Paz | ★★★ | Yes | – | Yes |
| City Express by Marriott La Paz | ★★★ | Yes | – | Yes |
| Club el Moro Hotel Suites | ★★★ | Yes | Yes | – |
| One La Paz | ★★★ | Yes | – | Yes |
| Hotel Catedral | ★★★ | Yes | Yes | – |
| Casa al Mar | ★★★ | – | Yes | – |
| Republica Pagana Adults Only | ★★★ | – | Yes | – |
| Casa Palma | ★★★ | – | Yes | – |
| Josefa Suites | ★★★ | Yes | – | – |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For couples
Republica Pagana Adults Only is the clearest pick for two, since it admits adults only and adds massage, a bar and diving among its facilities. Casa al Mar on the malecón has a bar and lounge, breakfast and balconies. Hotel Catedral, in the centre, offers a bar/snack café, breakfast in room and currency exchange.
For families
Club el Moro Hotel Suites and The Westmarine Waterfront Hotel both list family rooms, gardens and fishing, and sit on the Carretera A Pichilingue towards the northern beaches. Hotel Zar La Paz adds an outdoor pool and allows pets, which helps on a longer family stay.
Club el Moro Hotel Suites · The Westmarine Waterfront Hotel · Hotel Zar La Paz
For business
City Express by Marriott La Paz has a business centre, a fitness centre and room service. One La Paz pairs a business centre with a terrace and outdoor pool, and Hotel Catedral combines a business centre with express check-in and a central address.
City Express by Marriott La Paz · One La Paz · Hotel Catedral
For a car and the northern beaches
Both The Westmarine Waterfront Hotel and Club el Moro Hotel Suites are on the Carretera A Pichilingue, the road towards Balandra and El Tecolote, and both offer free car parking and car rental service — useful since a car helps a lot for those beaches.
Plan your stay
When to go
Go early for Balandra: the site notes that timed access caps visitor numbers, so the first slots are the ones to aim for. Whale sharks and Espíritu Santo trips leave from the malecón in the morning and are run only by authorised operators with regulated numbers, so plan those mornings first. Weekends are the noisiest time on the malecón — worth knowing if you book a room on Paseo Alvaro Obregon and want quiet; the historic centre, three streets back, is the calmer alternative.
Questions, answered
Can I walk to the malecón from these hotels?
Casa al Mar and City Express by Marriott La Paz are on Paseo Alvaro Obregon, the malecón itself. One La Paz, Hotel Catedral and Republica Pagana Adults Only are in the historic centre, three streets back from the water according to our site.
Which hotels are best for the whale shark and Espíritu Santo trips?
Those trips leave from the malecón in the morning and are run only by authorised operators with regulated numbers. Staying on Paseo Alvaro Obregon — at Casa al Mar or City Express by Marriott La Paz — puts you at the departure point.
Do any of these hotels have a swimming pool?
Hotel Zar La Paz, City Express by Marriott La Paz and One La Paz all list an outdoor pool among their facilities. The other hotels on this shortlist do not list one.
Are there hotels for adults only?
Republica Pagana Adults Only, in the Zona Central, is the one adults-only property on this list. It also lists massage, a bar and diving among its facilities.
Which hotels suit families?
Club el Moro Hotel Suites and The Westmarine Waterfront Hotel list family rooms, and both have gardens and free car parking. Hotel Zar La Paz allows pets and has an outdoor pool.
Do the hotels have business facilities?
City Express by Marriott La Paz, One La Paz and Hotel Catedral list a business centre. City Express also has a fitness centre and room service, and Hotel Catedral offers express check-in.