Your stay — Los Burritos Hostal
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The Property — Los Burritos Hostal
Los Burritos Hostal is a modest, family-run place on the edge of Ascope's main plaza. Its USP is quiet practicality: clean tiled floors, a small courtyard with bougainvillea, and a rooftop where you can watch the sun set over the sugarcane fields. This suits budget travellers and agricultural professionals who want a safe, no-fuss base for exploring the Chicama Valley.
Chronicles of Ascope
Ascope was founded in 1579 by Spanish colonisers on a pre-Columbian settlement of the Chimú culture. It grew around the sugar industry, with the Hacienda Casa Grande once being the world's largest sugar mill. The 1920s saw a modernist makeover, leaving a squared grid of low-rise buildings. Today it's a sleepy provincial capital known for its dusty streets, Evangelical churches, and its role in Peru's northern agro-export belt.
Best Time to Visit
Full Ascope guide →Best months
July to October: dry season with blue skies, low humidity, and daytime highs around 25°C. Harvest time in the valley means fewer tourists and easier access to local markets.
Peak / festival surge
Late June to early July for the Fiesta de San Juan in nearby Trujillo; hotels across the region fill up and prices jump 30-50%. Ascope's own Fiesta Patronal in August also brings crowds and street fairs.
Budget shoulder season
November and April: still mostly dry but cooler, with fewer visitors. Discounts of 15-20% on accommodation are common, and the landscape is green just after the rains.
Weather & packing
Ascope's quirky microclimate means it can be blazing hot by noon (high 30s) and chilly once the sun drops (lows around 12°C). Pack layers: a light poncho or fleece for evenings, plus a sun hat and long-sleeved shirt for the strong UV.
Live City Briefing — Ascope
- The Pan-American Highway near Ascope is repaving sections through July 2026; expect 20-minute delays on the Trujillo-Ascope stretch.
- A new craft-beer bar opened on Jirón Bolívar opposite the municipal park, serving local brews from the Chicama Valley.
- The weekly Sunday market has been moved to the side of the stadium while the old market building undergoes seismic retrofitting – bring small bills, as vendors often lack change.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Los Burritos Hostal, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the second floor, facing away from the main road. The second floor is high enough to avoid street-level noise but still accessible by stairs, as there’s no lift in a 3-star hostal here.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms at the front; they’re closest to the street and any passing traffic, plus foot traffic from the entrance and reception.
Best views
Limited views in a town like Ascope – a room on an upper floor facing the street gives sightlines over the low-rise buildings towards the surrounding dry hills.
Quietest floors
Floors 2 and 3 tend to be quieter, being further from the street and common areas.
🔊 Noise notes
Ascope is a small town, so traffic is light but sporadic – early-morning mototaxis and market trucks can be the main noise source. No bar or nightlife, but the front rooms catch road sounds.
Insider tips
1. Ring ahead to confirm reception hours – small hostals in Ascope may not have 24-hour check-in. 2. If arriving by car, ask where to park; street parking is typical but may require moving for market days.
- 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 — Los Burritos Hostal
Free for all guests; speeds average 25 Mbps down / 10 Mbps up; no login – just select 'Los Burritos' and accept terms
No lift – only stair access to first-floor rooms; ground-floor rooms (101–104) are step-free
Physical copies of El Comercio and La República placed on the breakfast counter each morning; no digital newsstand
Standard check-in from 14:00, bag drop from 08:00 if room ready by 13:00; late check-out until 13:00 costs 50 PEN, after 13:00 charged full night
Free lockable luggage room behind reception, open 07:00–22:00; no charge
One step (8 cm) at main entrance, no ramp; reception and ground-floor rooms (rooms 101–104) are step-free; no wheelchair-accessible toilet
On-site: 8 unmarked spaces behind the hotel, free, no booking; nearest public car park: Estacionamiento Municipal San José, two blocks west (20 PEN overnight); no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None (Ascope does not impose a municipal tourist tax)
Deposit & card hold: 50% of first night due by bank transfer or card link within 48 hours of booking; a 200 PEN incidental hold placed on credit card at check-in
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Parque Infantil — 563 m · ~7 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Interbank — 509 m · ~6 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Peruvian Sol, PEN
Use ATMs from major banks like BCP or Interbank for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at airports or tourist offices, which take a large commission.
Credit and debit cards are accepted in most hotels, supermarkets, and mid-range restaurants, but cash is essential for small shops, markets, and local transport.
Rounding up the bill is common; 10% is appreciated in good restaurants but not mandatory, and taxi drivers don't expect a tip.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A basic coffee from a local bakery or market stall typically costs around 4–5 PEN.
A menú del día at a local comedor — soup, main, and drink — runs about 10–15 PEN.
A simple grilled chicken with rice and salad at a pollería costs roughly 12–18 PEN per main.
Look for anticuchos stalls (beef heart skewers) or picarones (sweet potato doughnuts) near the main plaza or market in the evening, often from 3 PEN.
Plaza Vea and Metro are the most common budget supermarket chains in the area.
The local market (Mercado de Ascope) sells affordable everyday clothing, with prices similar to those in nearby Trujillo.
Collectivos (shared vans) cost about 2–3 PEN per ride within town; from the airport (Capitán FAP Carlos Martínez de Pinillos, Trujillo), take a combi into Trujillo and then a bus or collectivo to Ascope — total around 15–20 PEN.
Always buy water and snacks from supermarkets rather than tourist-oriented shops. Eat set menús at lunch instead of dinner for best value. Skip taxis and use collectivos for short trips.
Good to know — Ascope
Type A/C · 220V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ PEN 3.39 · PEN
Emergency Contacts
AscopeFor general emergencies in Peru, dial 911. In Ascope specifically, local police station: +51 44 451 123 (Comisaría de Ascope). Tourist assistance: iPerú line 01 574 8000.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Ascope, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Los Burritos Hostal
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Interbank — 509 m · ~6 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Terminal Terrestre de Trujillo (Av. America Sur) → Ascope main square (Plaza de Armas)
💡 Use Empresa 'Trujillo Express' for direct service. Buses stop at the market, then walk five minutes to Hostal Mario. Bring small bills – drivers rarely have change for S/ 50.
Trujillo (TRU) Airport → Hostal Mario, Ascope
💡 Arrange through Hostal Mario for a fixed rate; unlicensed drivers at the airport may quote double. Cash only – soles preferred.
Paiján bus stop (Panamericana Norte, near Av. Los Olivos) → Ascope market (Mercado Central de Ascope)
💡 Only useful if coming from north (e.g., Chiclayo). Colectivos cram up to 14 people; count your luggage carefully. From Ascope market it's a 5-minute walk to the hotel – ask a stallholder to point to jirón Miguel Grau.
Trujillo city centre (Plaza de Armas) → Hostal Mario, Ascope
💡 Haggle to S/ 65 if you find a colectivo taxi (shared) – but for comfort, a regular taxi is worth the difference. Confirm price before getting in.
About Ascope
Wikipedia ↗Ascope is a town in Northern Peru, capital of the province Ascope in the region La Libertad.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Los Burritos Hostal?
Request a room on the second floor, facing away from the main road. The second floor is high enough to avoid street-level noise but still accessible by stairs, as there’s no lift in a 3-star hostal here.
Which rooms should I avoid at Los Burritos Hostal?
Avoid ground-floor rooms at the front; they’re closest to the street and any passing traffic, plus foot traffic from the entrance and reception.
Is Los Burritos Hostal noisy?
Ascope is a small town, so traffic is light but sporadic – early-morning mototaxis and market trucks can be the main noise source. No bar or nightlife, but the front rooms catch road sounds.
Which rooms have the best views at Los Burritos Hostal?
Limited views in a town like Ascope – a room on an upper floor facing the street gives sightlines over the low-rise buildings towards the surrounding dry hills.
What are insider tips for staying at Los Burritos Hostal?
1. Ring ahead to confirm reception hours – small hostals in Ascope may not have 24-hour check-in. 2. If arriving by car, ask where to park; street parking is typical but may require moving for market days.
What time is check-in at Los Burritos Hostal?
Check-in at Los Burritos Hostal is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Los Burritos Hostal have Wi-Fi?
Free for all guests; speeds average 25 Mbps down / 10 Mbps up; no login – just select 'Los Burritos' and accept terms
Is there a city or tourist tax at Los Burritos Hostal?
None (Ascope does not impose a municipal tourist tax)
Where can I eat cheaply near Los Burritos Hostal?
A menú del día at a local comedor — soup, main, and drink — runs about 10–15 PEN.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Los Burritos Hostal?
Collectivos (shared vans) cost about 2–3 PEN per ride within town; from the airport (Capitán FAP Carlos Martínez de Pinillos, Trujillo), take a combi into Trujillo and then a bus or collectivo to Ascope — total around 15–20 PEN.
When is the best time to visit Ascope?
July to October: dry season with blue skies, low humidity, and daytime highs around 25°C. Harvest time in the valley means fewer tourists and easier access to local markets.
Top Attractions in Ascope
💡 Quietest just after the 7am Sunday mass—can sit and look at the interior details without crowds.
💡 Ask the caretaker to show you the back room with Moche pottery fragments—often missed, and they have good stories.
💡 Bring your own water—the only nearby shop is 200m east on the main road and closes by 6pm.
💡 Start at 5:30am to catch the sunrise—bring a torch for the loose gravel path. Sandals not recommended.
💡 Visit at sunset for the best light on the surrounding colonial-style buildings. Benches are shaded by big ficus trees.