Uyuni

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Uyuni
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Uyuni featuring tranquil scenes
Uyuni

Marvel at some of Bolivia’s most awe-inspiring sights in this town surrounded by the country’s renowned salt-lined deserts of otherworldly beauty.

Brave the cold winds and inhospitable wilderness of highland Bolivia to experience the spectacular natural wonders of Uyuni. This town is a gateway to the nation’s famous, breathtaking salt flats. Linger in the town for a warm welcome from the locals and to see some curious, lesser-known attractions.

Start your exploration of Uyuni in the Train CemeteryOpens in a new window, a striking feature that recalls the town’s trading past. As train networks were planned and then abandoned in the area, all the locomotives were left here. Walk among the rusted shells of historic engines, each left hollow by the salt winds of the region.

Marvel at the stark, dazzling white terrain of Salar de UyuniOpens in a new window, the world’s biggest salt flats. This mesmerizing, alien landscape spreads out for 4,000 square miles (10,360 square kilometers) outside the town. Watch as the rainfall rests on the flats, creating a reflective surface on the plains.

Explore a salt hotel or even stay in one of them. Join a tour from the town of Uyuni to witness the salt flats and its unique sights.

To see other ways that Bolivians use these minerals, visit the town of Colchani. Learn how the material on the ground becomes a table condiment in the salt factory. Buy souvenirs carved from salt.

Back in the town of Uyuni, learn about the history of its people in the Archaeology and Anthropology Museum of the Southern Andes. See ceramics, textiles and other artifacts from local cultures.

Uyuni is in southwest Bolivia, about 130 miles (210 kilometers) from the city of Potosi, the department capital. Book tickets in advance for a bus from La Paz, Sucre or Potosi to travel into Uyuni. Occasional flights from La Paz and Santa Cruz fly into the small Joya Andina Airport, located directly outside the town.

Visit Uyuni between July and October for the most accommodating climate. Alternatively, come here in the wet season of November through April to see the salt flats take on their mirror-like quality.

Hotel Palacio de Sal
Hotel Palacio de Sal
4.5 out of 5
Orillas del Salar de Uyuni, Uyuni
The price is S$324 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
S$324
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Uyuni. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews.
8.8/10 Excellent! (154 reviews)
A great salt hotel
"A nice hotel next the salt flats. It is clean, unique building materials with salt. The buffet was good, staff were friendly. Special thanks to Jonathan who went beyond. Highly recommended."

Reviewed on 3 Feb, 2025

Hotel Palacio de Sal
Hotel Jardines de Uyuni
Hotel Jardines de Uyuni
3.5 out of 5
Av. Potosi 113, Uyuni
Fully refundable
The price is S$134 per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
S$134
13 Jul - 14 Jul
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Uyuni. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (286 reviews)
"Noting to do in the area of hotel. The main attraction is salt flat."

Reviewed on 14 Apr, 2025

Hotel Jardines de Uyuni
Hostal Cagnapa Restobar
Hostal Cagnapa Restobar
3 out of 5
Av. Avaroa, Uyuni, Departamento de Potosí
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Uyuni. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Archaeology and Anthropology Museum ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (58 reviews)
"Really lovely place to stay after a gruelling 3 day salt flats tour in the cold. Every amenity was available and even the shower was soft filtered water. I absolutely loved my day there. The manager even let me pay for my taxi by card and then paid the taxi driver himself to take me to the airport. ..."

Reviewed on 27 May, 2025

Hostal Cagnapa Restobar
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
THE LITTLE HOUSE APARTHOTEL
THE LITTLE HOUSE APARTHOTEL
2 out of 5
Colón, 84, Uyuni, Departamento de Potosí
Stay at this aparthotel in Uyuni. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and housekeeping. Popular attractions Archaeology and Anthropology Museum of the Southern ...
THE LITTLE HOUSE APARTHOTEL
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Loved the little trip to the train museum and market stalls on the way from the airport. My hotel want in Uyuni, so that was my only experience of it.