Caracas

Caracas has a pleasant climate due to its position high in the hills above the coast. The city fills several valleys, and is about an hour from the international airport. Apart from a few remnants of its colonial past, a cable car up the mountain and some interesting handicraft shops, there is little to attract or detain the tourist.

Our preferred accommodation

Avila Hotel

City hotel - Caracas suburb
In a suburb of the city, with pool and gardens and pretty views of the Avila mountain.
Eduard's Hotel

City hotel - Macuto
Just 20 minutes east of the airport in the coastal suburb of Macuto. The hotel has an outdoor pool and thatched bar and restaurant, from which there are good views of the sun setting over the sea.
Embassy Suites

City hotel - Central
A modern, primarily business hotel opposite the commercial and shopping centre of Centro Lido. Good facilities including pool, gym, business centre, commercial arcade and tropical gardens.
Gran Meliá

City hotel - Central
A smart, business-orientated 5 star hotel near the pedestrian shopping area of Sabana Grande, which sadly now has become a rather rough part of town. Hotel has pool, spa and piano bar, as well as several restaurants, one of which is noted for its flamenco shows.
Hotel Olé Caribe

Beach hotel - Macuto
A comfortable and smart hotel about 30 minutes along the coast from Caracas airport, with large swimming pool, tennis courts, sauna and gym. A short walk and some steps lead down to the rocky beach.
Hotel Puerto Viejo

City hotel - Caracas airport
15 minutes west from the airport, with a good pool and air conditioned rooms. Perfect for a short stay in the city.
Hotel Santiago

City hotel - Macuto
A friendly and good value option along the coast road, just 20 minutes from the international airport. Tiny rooftop pool.
JW Marriott

City hotel - Central
One of the newer additions to the city, this 5 star hotel has good facilities and large, very comfortable rooms. There is a nice pool on an upper floor, and a bridge between the two hotel blocks affords fabulous views all over the city of Caracas.
Tamanaco Intercontinental

City hotel - Caracas
A very comfortable 5 star hotel with a lovely pool and outside dining areas, with fine views of the mountain range behind. Tennis courts, gym and extensive shops within the complex. Near the smart CCCT shopping mall.