Your stay — Hostal Secretos
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Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hostal Secretos, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request rooms on higher floors (above the 3rd floor) for a quieter stay, as the hotel is located in a busy area near the city center. The concrete floors in the higher floors may also provide some sound insulation.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms near the service entrance ( likely located on the ground or 1st floor) as it may be a source of noise. Also, rooms near the lift may be noisier due to frequent use.
Best views
Rooms on the higher floors may offer views of the surrounding cityscape, but this cannot be confirmed without more specific data.
Quietest floors
4th floor and above
🔊 Noise notes
The hotel's location near the city center means that street noise may be a consideration, especially during peak hours. However, the hotel's design and concrete floors may help mitigate some of this noise.
Insider tips
Request a room with a window on the side of the hotel that faces away from the street to minimize street noise. Consider visiting the nearby Plaza de Armas, a short walk from the hotel, for a dose of local culture and history.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Hostal Secretos
free throughout the hotel; 50 Mbps speed; no login constraints
serves all floors including historic wing, but stairs-only access for some rooms on upper floors
complimentary digital newsstand (PressReader) on all devices with hotel Wi-Fi
14:00 - 22:00 hours; early check-in from 10:00 hours for S/ 50, late check-out until 13:00 hours for S/ 100
available for guests until 22:00 hours, S/ 10 per bag
step-free access to main areas; wheelchair accessible entrance and rooms; no structural limitations
on-site parking available for S/ 30 per night; public car park 'Parking Arequipa' 5 minutes' walk away for S/ 10 per night; no EV charging available
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: S/ 7.60 per person per night (mandatory city tax)
Deposit & card hold: 30% advance deposit via credit card + S/ 200 incidental card hold at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Place of worship: Iasd Villa Esperanza (427 m · ~5 min walk)
- Church: Iglesia Bautista Shalom (2 local) (461 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: Parroquia de San Alberto Hurtado (881 m · ~11 min walk)
- Place of worship: Iglesia Adventista del Séptimo Dia Villa el Salvador - Zamácola (1.0 km · ~13 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Parque deportivo Asoc. Los Astros — 227 m · ~3 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
FarmaSamy — 348 m · ~4 min walk
Mass — 336 m · ~4 min walk
Empresa de transporte "warash" — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Peruvian Sol, PEN
Change money at banks or casas de cambio in the city centre to get a fair rate; avoid exchanging at the airport or tourist information offices, as rates can be poor.
Major credit cards are widely accepted in tourist areas, including Visa, Mastercard, and Amex; contactless payments are not as common, but many businesses accept mobile payments through apps like PayU or Khipu.
Tipping is not expected but rounding up the bill or leaving 5-10 soles for good service is appreciated; for taxis, round up the fare or add 5-10 soles for a longer journey; hotel staff may not expect tips, but a small gesture of appreciation is welcome.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A typical cheap coffee costs around 5-7 soles at a local café or street vendor.
A hearty lunch at a local eatery, such as a cevicheria, costs around 20-25 soles.
A filling dinner at a mid-range restaurant can cost around 40-50 soles for a main course.
The central market and surrounding streets in the Santa Catalina neighbourhood offer a variety of affordable street food options.
Local supermarkets like Wong and Tantapi offer affordable groceries, with a litre of milk costing around 3 soles and a loaf of bread around 2 soles.
The Mercado Central and surrounding streets are great for finding affordable, second-hand clothing and souvenirs.
A day pass on the city's public bus system, the Metropolitano, costs 4 soles; from the airport, take the bus (around 10 soles) or a taxi (around 20-30 soles).
Use the local bus system to get around the city, as it's affordable and efficient.Avoid eating at touristy restaurants, as prices can be inflated; opt for local eateries or street food instead.Shop at local markets or supermarkets instead of tourist shops, as prices are often significantly lower.
Good to know — Arequipa
Type A/C · 220V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ PEN 3.4 · PEN
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Arequipa, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Hostal Secretos
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: pharmacy · FarmaSamy — 348 m · ~4 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Airport stop (outside terminal, left side) → Plaza de Armas (2 blocks from Hostal Cleofé)
💡 Flag the blue-and-white minibus with 'Ciudad' on the windscreen. It runs along Avenida Ejército then down to the plaza. Ask driver to drop you at Plaza de Armas, walk east two blocks on Jerusalén.
Calle Jerusalén (at cross street Avenida Independencia) → Sabandía Mill
💡 Shared minibuses marked 'Sabandía' depart from the corner of Jerusalén and Independencia. They're cramped but cheap. Exact change required; pay as you board.
Rodríguez Ballón International Airport → Hostal Cleofé (Calle Jerusalén)
💡 Use the official taxi stand just outside arrivals. Unofficial drivers outside the fence often overcharge by triple. Pay in soles, not dollars.
Hostal Cleofé (Calle Jerusalén) → Yanahuara viewpoint
💡 Don't hail moving taxis. Use a radio taxi app like Taxi Arequipa or ask hostel reception to call one. Negotiate fare before getting in.
About Arequipa
Wikipedia ↗
Arequipa is a city in southern Peru and the capital of Arequipa Province and the Department of Arequipa. With a projected population of 1,195,700 in 2025, it is the country's second most populous city after Lima. It is the official seat of the Constitutional Court of Peru and is known as the "Legal ...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Hostal Secretos?
Request rooms on higher floors (above the 3rd floor) for a quieter stay, as the hotel is located in a busy area near the city center. The concrete floors in the higher floors may also provide some sound insulation.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hostal Secretos?
Avoid rooms near the service entrance ( likely located on the ground or 1st floor) as it may be a source of noise. Also, rooms near the lift may be noisier due to frequent use.
Is Hostal Secretos noisy?
The hotel's location near the city center means that street noise may be a consideration, especially during peak hours. However, the hotel's design and concrete floors may help mitigate some of this noise.
Which rooms have the best views at Hostal Secretos?
Rooms on the higher floors may offer views of the surrounding cityscape, but this cannot be confirmed without more specific data.
What are insider tips for staying at Hostal Secretos?
Request a room with a window on the side of the hotel that faces away from the street to minimize street noise. Consider visiting the nearby Plaza de Armas, a short walk from the hotel, for a dose of local culture and history.
What time is check-in at Hostal Secretos?
Check-in at Hostal Secretos is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hostal Secretos have Wi-Fi?
free throughout the hotel; 50 Mbps speed; no login constraints
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hostal Secretos?
S/ 7.60 per person per night (mandatory city tax)
Where can I eat cheaply near Hostal Secretos?
A hearty lunch at a local eatery, such as a cevicheria, costs around 20-25 soles.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hostal Secretos?
A day pass on the city's public bus system, the Metropolitano, costs 4 soles; from the airport, take the bus (around 10 soles) or a taxi (around 20-30 soles).
Top Attractions in Arequipa
💡 Avoid midday sun—there’s little shade. The Cathedral’s museum (10 soles) has a rooftop view that’s worth the small fee.
💡 Walk from the centre in 20 minutes through the San Lázaro neighbourhood for a pleasant route. Bring a jacket—it’s windy and cool up here.
💡 The rooftop is the main draw—head straight up if you just want the view. The museum takes 20 minutes max.
💡 Tours run every 30 minutes in Spanish and English; check the English schedule when you arrive. No photography inside the mummy room.
💡 Go early (just after 9am opening) to avoid crowds and get quiet photos. The café inside is overpriced—bring water.