Boutique hotels in Asunción

Asunción is one of the oldest cities in South America, laid out on a bend of the Paraguay River in 1537. It is a relaxed capital with a historic center of 19th-century buildings, the National Pantheon of the Heroes, the Palacio de López and a lively street life of cafes and markets. The pace is gentle and the cost of living is low.

Where to stay

The leading small hotel is in the historic Recoleta district, with a rooftop pool and panoramic views. A smaller hotel in a converted colonial mansion has garden rooms and a small pool in a residential neighborhood. Another occupies a classical-style building about 100 meters from the center, with a top-floor pool. A boutique hotel in the center has an outdoor pool, and a European-style hotel offers a spa.

Good to know

Summers from December to March are very hot, and the evenings are the time to be outdoors. Take taxis or ride-hailing at night. The Jesuit missions are a day trip or a longer drive to the south.