Title: Villa Floreal Hotel Boutique Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Villa Floreal Hotel Boutique Mornings surrounded by natural beauty set the tone for days filled with exploration at this charming hotel where garden views and relaxation await ## Photo gallery for Villa Floreal Hotel Boutique ![Outdoor pool, pool loungers - Villa Floreal Hotel Boutique (Asunción)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23380000/23379400/23379322/e3dbf6c5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Villa Floreal Hotel Boutique (Asunción)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23380000/23379400/23379322/a1760999.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fitness facility - Villa Floreal Hotel Boutique (Asunción)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23380000/23379400/23379322/37c0e014.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Restaurant - Villa Floreal Hotel Boutique (Asunción)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23380000/23379400/23379322/82594967.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, desk - Villa Floreal Hotel Boutique (Asunción)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23380000/23379400/23379322/ba59a5e6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Travelers start with a continental breakfast at Villa Floreal Hotel Boutique, then enjoy garden views from the terrace. WiFi keeps everyone connected, and the arcade room offers entertainment. The outdoor pool with sun loungers is perfect for unwinding after exploring. ## Reviews 9.0 Wonderful ## Popular amenities - Pool - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Gym ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Jan 14 - Jan 15](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-14&endDate=2026-01-15&selected=23379322&PinnedHotelID=23379322&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-14&endDate=2026-01-15&selected=23379322&PinnedHotelID=23379322&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Jan 15 - Jan 16](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-15&endDate=2026-01-16&selected=23379322&PinnedHotelID=23379322&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-15&endDate=2026-01-16&selected=23379322&PinnedHotelID=23379322&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Jan 16 - Jan 18](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-18&selected=23379322&PinnedHotelID=23379322&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-18&selected=23379322&PinnedHotelID=23379322&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Jan 23 - Jan 25](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=23379322&PinnedHotelID=23379322&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=23379322&PinnedHotelID=23379322&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 2 of 2 rooms ### View all photos for Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed ![Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23380000/23379400/23379322/b221c5de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Ceiling fan Separate bedroom Premium bedding Private bathroom Hairdryer Minibar - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds ![Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23380000/23379400/23379322/ba59a5e6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Ceiling fan Separate bedroom Premium bedding Private bathroom Hairdryer Minibar - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FAsuncion-Hotels-Villa-Floreal-Hotel-Boutique.h23379322.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FAsuncion-Hotels-Villa-Floreal-Hotel-Boutique.h23379322.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-25.30668%2C-57.58668&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=9vklvHTiV3Tz38GaeJzjLlnR6-Q=) Alfredo Seiferheld 5160 y Cruz del Chaco, Asunción, 1255 #### What's nearby - Shopping Mariscal \- 16 min walk \- 0.9 miles - Baptist Medical Center \- 16 min walk \- 0.9 miles - Villa Morra Shopping Center \- 18 min walk \- 1.0 mile - Recoleta Cemetery \- 4 min drive \- 1.1 miles - Paseo Carmelitas \- 6 min drive \- 1.8 miles #### Getting around - Asuncion (ASU-Silvio Pettirossi Intl.) - 25 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪HAVANNA CAFE - ‬7 min walk - ‪Bocatta Seiferheld - ‬4 min walk - ‪La Rochelle - ‬2 min walk - ‪Alvica Cafe Del Paraguay - ‬7 min walk - ‪Bear Burger - ‬7 min walk ## About this property ### Villa Floreal Hotel Boutique Property highlights At Villa Floreal Hotel Boutique, you can look forward to free continental breakfast, a terrace and a garden. In addition to a fireplace in reception and a health club, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. Other perks at this hotel include: - An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers - Free self-parking - A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), meeting rooms and smoke-free property - A 24-hour front desk, a banquet hall and luggage storage Room features All guest rooms at Villa Floreal Hotel Boutique boast thoughtful touches, such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and air conditioning. 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13 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-12&endDate=2026-02-13&selected=117575376&PinnedHotelID=117575376&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Return airport shuttle (surcharge) - Free self parking on site - Limited on-site self parking - Wheelchair-accessible parking available ### Food and drink - Free continental breakfast available 7 AM to 10 AM on weekdays and 7 AM to 11 AM on weekends ### Things to do - Health club - Outdoor pool ### Family friendly - Outdoor pool - Separate bedroom ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Luggage storage ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) ### Business services - Business centre - Meeting rooms ### Outdoors - Garden - Pool loungers - Terrace ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - No lift - Wheelchair accessibility - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Wheelchair-accessible gym - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible pool ### More - Banquet hall - Fireplace in lobby - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Premium bedding ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels ### Food and drink - 24-hour room service - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Minibar ### More - Air conditioning - Ceiling fan - Desk - Phone ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before noon ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed Tax ID - 80071096-7 This property accepts credit cards and cash If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ### Property is also known as Villa Floreal Hotel Boutique Asuncion Villa Floreal Boutique Asuncion Villa Floreal Boutique Floreal Boutique Asuncion Villa Floreal Hotel Boutique Hotel Villa Floreal Hotel Boutique Asunción Villa Floreal Hotel Boutique Hotel Asunción ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Villa Floreal Hotel Boutique have a pool? ### Is Villa Floreal Hotel Boutique pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Villa Floreal Hotel Boutique? ### What time is check-in at Villa Floreal Hotel Boutique? ### What time is check-out at Villa Floreal Hotel Boutique? ### Does Villa Floreal Hotel Boutique provide a shuttle to the airport? ### Where is Villa Floreal Hotel Boutique located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Villa Floreal Hotel Boutique Reviews 9.0 ### Wonderful All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.4 Cleanliness ### 10 Staff & service ### 9.4 Eco-friendliness ### 9.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 9 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Julie 13 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Solo trip in South America The owner was so sweet and helpful! I loved chatting with her and she constantly found ways to help me, be it getting laundry done, extra towels, or just friendly conversation. she helped make the last leg of my trip more relaxing. And the property is cute and intriguing, once inside it is easy to forget it is a regular street just outside. The pool was enjoyable, a d nice to relax outside in the evening. ##### Julie Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Thiago Teodoro 31 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Muito bom Muito bom, e aconchegante ##### Thiago Teodoro Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karin 29 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Herrlich! Eine Oase inmitten der Stadt! Wie ein Gruß aus vergangenen Zeiten in schönem Ambiente und prächtigster Vegetation! ##### Karin Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Karin 12 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Eine grüne Oase eine oase inmitten der stadt! familiär und gemütlich. sehr empfehlenswert! ##### Karin Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Daniela 5 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Super recomendo. Foi uma experiência muito boa. O hotel é limpíssimo, confortável, tem um bom chuveiro, uma boa cama, quarto espaçoso. Troca de toalhas diárias, bom café da manhã. Todos são muito gentis, amorosos e atenciosos. O bairro é silencioso, tem bons restaurantes próximos. Recomendo. ##### Daniela Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Felix 25 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Eine Oase wunderschönes familiengeführtes kleines hotel! eine oase inmitten der stadt! ##### Felix Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Raphael 7 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Maravilhoso ##### Raphael Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### INDIRA 6 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### INDIRA Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Diana 31 Dec 2023 Liked: Staff & service Disliked: Cleanliness ##### Diana Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carolina 23 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Demasiado lindo!! ##### Carolina Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marcelo 28 Feb 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/F49514F374BD2EDB33CC1B16E15EA5DD14D2C1021614517532641.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Marcelo Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### Maria Victoria 15 Feb 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Maria Victoria Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [360 Degrees](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Athens-Hotels-360-Degrees.h15657689.Hotel-Information) > > [ Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel & Spa, Chester](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ellesmere-Port-Hotels-Macdonald-Craxton-Wood-Hotel-Spa.h565696.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels with Entertainment in York](https://www.expedia.co.uk/York-Hotels-Hotel-With-Entertainment.0-0-d5489-thotelwithentertainment.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotel Vittorio](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Desenzano-Del-Garda-Hotels-Hotel-Vittorio.h3884665.Hotel-Information) > > [All-Inclusive Hotels in Corralejo](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Corralejo-Hotels-All-Inclusive-Hotel.0-0-d6049905-tAllInclusiveHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [The Leeway](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Scarborough-Hotels-The-Leeway.h3593650.Hotel-Information) > > [Roaches Cottages](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Leek-Hotels-Roaches-Cottages.h31385863.Hotel-Information) > > [Mere Brook House](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Liverpool-Hotels-Mere-Brook-House.h48237641.Hotel-Information) > > [Radisson Goa Candolim](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Candolim-Hotels-Radisson-Goa-Candolim.h10118700.Hotel-Information) > > [Le Jardin d'Emile](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Marseille-Hotels-Le-Jardin-DEmile.h4460245.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Boomerang](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rome-Hotels-Hotel-Boomerang.h14996319.Hotel-Information) > > [Terranea Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Los-Angeles-Hotels-Terranea-LAs-Oceanfront-Resort.h2471818.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Flights from Derby (EMA) to Dundee (DND)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/ema/dnd/east-midlands-to-dundee) > > [Flights from Edinburgh (EDI) to St. Louis (STL)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/edi/stl/edinburgh-to-st-louis) > > [Flights from Benidorm](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/181363/flights-from-benidorm) ### Cars ### Activities > [Things to do in Crestatx](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Crestatx.d3000017931.Travel-Guide-Activities) > > [Things to do in Newcastle](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Newcastle.d6047788.Travel-Guide-Activities) ### Packages > [Acropolis](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Acropolis-Athens-City-Centre.d6051641.Attraction) > > [Gulfstream Park Racing and Casino](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gulfstream-Park-Racing-And-Casino-Fort-Lauderdale.d6127961.Attraction) ### Holiday Rentals ### General ---