La Oroya · Peru
Where to Stay in Yanamuclo, La Oroya
High-altitude neighbourhood up the valley towards the mine. Sparse and industrial.
✦ The vibe
Bleak but authentic – very high altitude (over 3800m). Minimal amenities.
👤 Best for
Miners, extreme budget travellers, mountaineers heading to the Cordillera.
🏨 Where to stay
Very basic hostels; £10-15 per night.
🚇 Getting around
Combi or hitchhiking to centre. Airport: Jauja (50 min).
📍 Nearby
Mine entrance, old railway station
Best hotels in Yanamuclo
6 hotels ranked by how close they are to Yanamuclo
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El Emperador
Carretera Central, La Oroya
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Hospedaje Cesar's
Jirón Diro León, La Oroya
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Hospedaje Puerto Huarino
La Oroya
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Hostal Berny's
La Oroya
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Hostal Britania
Horacio Zeballos, La Oroya
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Hostal Puerto Nuevo
Jirón Diro Leon, La Oroya
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