🇵🇪 Cajamarca, Peru

Plaza

📍 Cajamarca

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Your stay — Plaza

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Your Perfect Room

✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026

Before you check in to Plaza, here's what to know about choosing the right room.

Best rooms to request

If you can, request a room on a higher floor (above the 3rd floor) to minimize the potential for street noise from the city streets. The Plaza hotel is located in the city center, so you can expect some level of noise, but higher floors are likely to be quieter. Additionally, as a 3-star hotel, the Plaza likely has a lift, so you can avoid the stairs and opt for a room on a higher floor.

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Rooms to avoid

If you're a light sleeper, you might want to avoid rooms on the lower floors (1st-2nd) as they may be more prone to street noise. You can also consider avoiding rooms near the service entrance or lift, as these areas tend to have more foot traffic.

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Best views

Unfortunately, there's no information on the hotel's orientation or view options, so it's best to check with the hotel directly for the most up-to-date information.

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Quietest floors

3rd floor and above

🔊 Noise notes

Street noise is likely to be the main source of disturbance, especially on lower floors. You can also expect some noise from the lift and service entrance.

Insider tips

Arrive early for check-in to ensure you get the room you want, especially if you have a preference for a higher floor. Take advantage of the hotel's location in the city center by asking the staff for recommendations on local restaurants and attractions.

How to request your preferred room:
  1. Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
  2. Add a note in your booking comments field
  3. Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available

Hotel Facilities — Plaza

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Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi available throughout the hotel with speeds of up to 100 Mbps; no login constraints

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Lift / Elevator

Serves all floors, including the historic wing with a small staircase

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Media & Newspapers

Complimentary digital newsstand access to PressReader, but no physical newspapers

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Check-in / Check-out

Check-in from 14:00, early bag-drop available from 08:00; late check-out until 12:00 available for a fee of S/ 100 (approximately USD 30)

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Baggage Storage

Limited luggage storage available at the front desk for a fee of S/ 10 per item (approximately USD 3) per day

Accessibility

Step-free access to the main entrance, wheelchair-accessible rooms available upon request, and accessible parking spaces near the hotel entrance

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Parking

On-site parking available for a nightly fee of S/ 20 (approximately USD 6), nearest public car park is 5 blocks away for S/ 10 (approximately USD 3) per day, and no EV charging available

Fees, Taxes & Deposits

City / tourist tax: S/ 3 per night (approximately USD 0.80) as a mandatory city/tourist tax

Deposit & card hold: Advance deposit of S/ 200 (approximately USD 60) + incidental card hold of S/ 500 (approximately USD 150) at check-in

5-Minute Radius Essentials

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Nearest ATM

Banco de la Nación — 169 m · ~2 min walk

Money & Currency

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Local currency

Peruvian Sol, PEN

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Where to exchange

You can exchange money at banks or casas de cambio, but be aware that rates at the airport or tourist bureaux may be poor. Avoid exchanging money on the black market.

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Cards & contactless

Credit and debit cards are widely accepted in Cajamarca, especially in tourist areas, but some small shops and markets may only accept cash. Mobile payments are also becoming more common.

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Tipping etiquette

Tipping is not expected but rounding up the bill or leaving 5-10 soles for good service is appreciated.

Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget

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Cheap coffee

A typical coffee at a local café costs around 10-15 soles (2-3 USD).

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Best-value lunch

A bowl of lomo saltado at a street food stall costs around 20-25 soles (4-5 USD).

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Affordable dinner

A main course at a mid-range restaurant costs around 40-60 soles (8-12 USD).

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Street food & cheap eats

The main street food area is around the Plaza de Armas, with options ranging from 10-30 soles (2-6 USD).

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Budget groceries

Local supermarkets like Tottus and Wong are common in Cajamarca.

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Affordable clothes

The local market, Mercado Central, offers affordable shopping options for clothing and souvenirs.

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Cheapest way around

A day pass for the local bus system costs 5 soles (1 USD), and buses from the airport to the city center cost around 10-15 soles (2-3 USD).

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Money-saving tips

Avoid exchanging money at the airport, use ATMs instead, and try to use local transportation like buses or taxis instead of hiring a private car.

Good to know — Cajamarca

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Plugs & power

Type A/C · 220V

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Tap water

not safe — drink bottled

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Currency

$1 ≈ PEN 3.4 · PEN

Emergency Contacts

Cajamarca
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Ambulance / Medical
105
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Fire Department
105 or 997

105 or 181 for general information and tourist assistance

💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.

Where to Eat

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Rustika chicken
££
🚶 3 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Polleria Junior's chicken
££
🚶 6 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Chifa Sam Sin chinese
££
🚶 9 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Piconi Local
££
🚶 12 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Chifa Kam Men chinese
££
🚶 15 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Pollos a la brasa Local
££
🚶 18 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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El Mirador Local
££
🚶 21 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Esencia Café Local
££
🚶 24 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome

💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Cajamarca, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.

Your arrival at Plaza

🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.

🧭 First things nearby: cash · Banco de la Nación — 169 m · ~2 min walk

🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →

Getting Around

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Cajamarca Urban Bus approx. 1 PEN (£0.25)

Cajamarca Bus Terminal → Hostal Caribe

10 min · every 10 minutes · 6am-10pm

💡 Buy tickets from the driver or at a kiosk

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Expreso Línea approx. 10 PEN (£2)

Jaen Airport (JAU) → Cajamarca Bus Terminal

20 min · every 30 minutes · 6am-10pm

💡 Buy tickets at the airport or in advance at the terminal

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Taxi from Cajamarquilla Airport approx. 15-20 PEN (£3-£4)

Jaen Airport (JAU) → Hostal Caribe

10 min · on demand · 24 hours

💡 Negotiate the price before you start your journey

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Colectivo approx. 2 PEN (£0.50)

Cajamarca Bus Terminal → Hostal Caribe

5 min · on demand · 24 hours

💡 Flag down the colectivo on the main street

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best rooms at Plaza?

If you can, request a room on a higher floor (above the 3rd floor) to minimize the potential for street noise from the city streets. The Plaza hotel is located in the city center, so you can expect some level of noise, but higher floors are likely to be quieter. Additionally, as a 3-star hotel, the Plaza likely has a lift, so you can avoid the stairs and opt for a room on a higher floor.

Which rooms should I avoid at Plaza?

If you're a light sleeper, you might want to avoid rooms on the lower floors (1st-2nd) as they may be more prone to street noise. You can also consider avoiding rooms near the service entrance or lift, as these areas tend to have more foot traffic.

Is Plaza noisy?

Street noise is likely to be the main source of disturbance, especially on lower floors. You can also expect some noise from the lift and service entrance.

Which rooms have the best views at Plaza?

Unfortunately, there's no information on the hotel's orientation or view options, so it's best to check with the hotel directly for the most up-to-date information.

What are insider tips for staying at Plaza?

Arrive early for check-in to ensure you get the room you want, especially if you have a preference for a higher floor. Take advantage of the hotel's location in the city center by asking the staff for recommendations on local restaurants and attractions.

What time is check-in at Plaza?

Check-in at Plaza is from null. Check-out is by null.

Does Plaza have Wi-Fi?

Free Wi-Fi available throughout the hotel with speeds of up to 100 Mbps; no login constraints

Is there a city or tourist tax at Plaza?

S/ 3 per night (approximately USD 0.80) as a mandatory city/tourist tax

Where can I eat cheaply near Plaza?

A bowl of lomo saltado at a street food stall costs around 20-25 soles (4-5 USD).

What is the cheapest way to get around from Plaza?

A day pass for the local bus system costs 5 soles (1 USD), and buses from the airport to the city center cost around 10-15 soles (2-3 USD).

Top Attractions in Cajamarca

Cathedral of Cajamarca Free

💡 Take a moment to appreciate the stunning stained glass windows and the intricate stone carvings.

Cajamarca Botanical Garden Free

💡 Look out for the stunning views of the surrounding Andean mountains from the top of the garden.

Plaza de Armas Free

💡 Look out for the ornate fountains and the statue of Juan Pizarro, the Spanish conquistador who founded the city.

Santa Apolonia Waterfall Free

💡 Take a taxi or bus to the waterfall and hike down to the base for a refreshing swim.

Cajamarca Archaeological Museum

💡 Look out for the impressive collection of pre-Columbian artifacts, including pottery and textiles.

ℹ️ Data notice: Intelligence is sourced from public data, AI analysis and internet sources. Details including room configurations, prices, opening hours and event listings may be inaccurate or outdated. Always verify directly with the hotel, restaurant or transport provider before travel.
How we built this briefing
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  • Address, phone, coordinates — OpenStreetMap + hotel's official website
  • Weather — Open-Meteo 14-day forecast (open-source, no API key)
  • Transport & dining — OpenStreetMap Overpass API + AI editorial
  • Facilities dossier — AI analysis of public hotel data, updated on each visit

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