Your stay — Hospedaje Planet
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The Property — Hospedaje Planet
Hospedaje Planet is a functional, no-frills 3-star base for exploring Chachapoyas. The lobby feels like a modest Peruvian guesthouse: clean tiled floors, a small reception desk, and a helpful owner who can arrange tours. Its USP is price and location—steps from the Plaza de Armas and a short walk to the markets. Suits budget-conscious travellers who plan to be out all day, not those seeking boutique charm.
Chronicles of Chachapoyas
Founded by Spanish conquistadors in 1538 as San Juan de la Frontera de los Chachapoyas, the city sits in a highland valley once home to the pre-Inca Chachapoyas culture, known for its cliff-side mausoleums. Colonial architecture—whitewashed balconies and red-tiled roofs—fills the centre, with the cathedral and municipal palace anchoring the plaza. Today it’s the capital of Amazonas Region, a quiet provincial hub that lives off agriculture, government, and growing tourism as the gateway to Kuélap fortress and Gocta Falls.
Best Time to Visit
Full Chachapoyas guide →Best months
June to August: dry season, clear skies, good for hiking Kuélap and Gocta without rain; crowds are moderate, not overwhelming.
Peak / festival surge
June and July: peak dry season plus Fiesta de San Juan (24 June) in nearby cities—hotels fill up; Hospedaje Planet may raise rates 10–15% from its usual $30–40/night.
Budget shoulder season
April–May and September–October: fewer tourists, temperatures still mild (15–20°C daytime), hotels often discount 20%; slight rain risk but generally fine for sightseeing.
Weather & packing
Chachapoyas has a tropical highland climate: warm days (22°C) but cool evenings can drop to 8°C. Pack layers—a fleece or hoodie for morning/evening, sturdy waterproof boots for muddy trails, and a rain jacket even in the dry season (occasional drizzle).
Live City Briefing — Chachapoyas
- A new cable car to Kuélap opened in 2025 from Tingo, reducing the hike from 2 hours to 20 minutes; check availability if arriving June 2026.
- Road works on the Chachapoyas–Pedro Ruíz highway may cause weekday delays; allow extra travel time for trips to Gocta or Leymebamba.
- Tourist police presence increased around Plaza de Armas after a string of petty thefts in 2025; keep valuables out of sight in crowded markets.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hospedaje Planet, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a first-floor room facing the inner courtyard rather than the street. These have less street noise from Jr. Ayacucho, and you avoid the stairs entirely since there's no lift.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the second floor at the front of the building (facing Jr. Ayacucho) — street noise from traffic and early morning market activity carries up, and the stairs are the only access.
Best views
No real scenic view — the hotel sits on a town-centre street. Best you can get is a glimpse of the courtyard or rooftops from first-floor rear rooms. The address is Jr. Ayacucho 706, a narrow one-way street with shops and houses.
Quietest floors
First floor only (rooms overlooking the courtyard are quietest; street-facing first-floor rooms still get some noise but less than upstairs).
🔊 Noise notes
Jr. Ayacucho is a one-way street with local traffic and pedestrian noise — market stalls often set up nearby. The side door ramp (step-free entry) is at the side of the building, so rooms near there may hear comings and goings. No lift means stairwell noise echoes.
Insider tips
1. Park at 'Estacionamiento Chachapoyas' (Jr. Ortiz Arrieta 220) for secure all-day parking at S/.20 — free street parking is unsecured and scarce. 2. If you need reliable Wi-Fi for work or video calls, pay the S/.15/day upgrade to 20 Mbps at check-in; the free 4 Mbps Wi-Fi is only good for messaging and light browsing.
- 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 — Hospedaje Planet
Free basic Wi-Fi (4 Mbps down, 1 up) with no log-in; paid upgrade to 20 Mbps at S/.15/day
No lift – two-storey building with stairs only; all rooms reachable by staircase
No printed newspapers; lobby TV shows local news; no digital newsstand
Standard check-in 14:00–22:00; early bag drop from 09:00 at no charge; late checkout until 12:30 costs S/.30, after 12:30 a full night billed
Free luggage hold in locked office for same-day early arrival or post-checkout
Step-free entry via ramp on side door; no wheelchair-accessible rooms or bathroom adaptations – only stairs to upper floor
No on-site parking; free street parking (unsecured) around the block; nearest public car park 'Estacionamiento Chachapoyas' at Jr. Ortiz Arrieta 220, S/.20 all day; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None (no municipal tourist tax collected at source for this category)
Deposit & card hold: First night charged to card at booking; refundable S/.100 incidental hold at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Catedral de San Juan Bautista (125 m · ~2 min walk)
- Church: Catedral (130 m · ~2 min walk)
- Church: Iglesia Belén (425 m · ~5 min walk)
- Church: Iglesia Buena Muerte (528 m · ~7 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Plaza de Armas — 86 m · ~1 min walk
Salas de Exposición "Gilberto Tenorio Ruiz" — 102 m · ~1 min walk
Teatro Municipal Felix Castro Chávez — 207 m · ~3 min walk
Parque infantil Belén — 439 m · ~5 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 77 m · ~1 min walk
Inkafarma — 27 m · ~1 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Peruvian Sol, PEN
Change money at banks or authorised exchange offices in Chachapoyas; avoid the airport and tourist bureaux for poor rates.
Credit cards accepted in hotels and larger restaurants, but cash is essential for markets, street food, and small shops.
Restaurants: 10% for good service; taxis: rounding up is fine; hotel staff: tips appreciated for porters/guides.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Filter coffee at a local cafe or bakery, around S/4.
Menu del día at a local eatery, about S/10-S/15.
Main course at a casual restaurant, around S/18-S/25.
Look for street stalls near Plaza de Armas and along Jirón Ortiz Arrieta for anticuchos, empanadas, and juanes.
Plaza Vea is the main supermarket chain in Chachapoyas.
Mercado San Juan and the main market sell affordable clothing and textiles.
Collectivo (shared minibus) within town costs about S/1-S/2; from the airport take a shared taxi to town for S/5 per person.
Eat at market stalls and menus del día for budget meals. Use collectivos instead of taxis. Negotiate prices at markets.
Good to know — Chachapoyas
Type A/C · 220V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ PEN 3.4 · PEN
Emergency Contacts
ChachapoyasFor general emergencies, dial 911 from any phone in Peru, which routes to local services. In Chachapoyas, the police station is at Jr. Amazonas 305. The local hospital is Hospital Regional Virgen de Fátima, Jr. San Martín 505, phone +51 41 344430.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Chachapoyas, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Hospedaje Planet
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 77 m · ~1 min walk — pharmacy · Inkafarma — 27 m · ~1 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Chachapoyas Airport (AYP) → Hostal Plaza
💡 No metered taxis at the airport; agree on the fare before getting in. Walk past the touts inside the terminal and head for the drivers waiting outside the gate—they'll usually take 20 soles for the trip to the plaza.
Cajamarca, Chiclayo, or Lima → Terminal Terrestre (bus station) — 10 min walk to Hostal Plaza
💡 Book the 'VIP' seat for 40 soles more—the extra legroom is worth it on the winding mountain roads. The bus station is a flat 10-minute walk north along Jirón Amazonas to Hostal Plaza, but you can also grab a mototaxi for 3 soles if you're tired.
Chachapoyas Airport → Jirón Ortiz Arrieta (main drag, 3 blocks from Hostal Plaza)
💡 Flag the white minibus on the main road outside the airport. It'll drop you at the market junction; from there it's a 3-minute walk east to the plaza. Cheapest option but no luggage space for big suitcases.
Anywhere in central Chachapoyas → Hostal Plaza
💡 Taxis don't use meters here; negotiate the price before you get in. From the bus terminal it's a flat 7 soles to Hostal Plaza. For short hops across town, just say 'la plaza' and they'll know.
About Chachapoyas
Wikipedia ↗
Chachapoyas (Spanish pronunciation: [tʃa.tʃaˈpo.ʝas]) is a city in northern Peru at an elevation of 2,335 meters (7,661 ft). The city has a population of 32,026 people (2017). Situated in the mountains far from the Peruvian coast, Chachapoyas remains fairly isolated from other regions of Peru. It is...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Hospedaje Planet?
Request a first-floor room facing the inner courtyard rather than the street. These have less street noise from Jr. Ayacucho, and you avoid the stairs entirely since there's no lift.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hospedaje Planet?
Avoid rooms on the second floor at the front of the building (facing Jr. Ayacucho) — street noise from traffic and early morning market activity carries up, and the stairs are the only access.
Is Hospedaje Planet noisy?
Jr. Ayacucho is a one-way street with local traffic and pedestrian noise — market stalls often set up nearby. The side door ramp (step-free entry) is at the side of the building, so rooms near there may hear comings and goings. No lift means stairwell noise echoes.
Which rooms have the best views at Hospedaje Planet?
No real scenic view — the hotel sits on a town-centre street. Best you can get is a glimpse of the courtyard or rooftops from first-floor rear rooms. The address is Jr. Ayacucho 706, a narrow one-way street with shops and houses.
What are insider tips for staying at Hospedaje Planet?
1. Park at 'Estacionamiento Chachapoyas' (Jr. Ortiz Arrieta 220) for secure all-day parking at S/.20 — free street parking is unsecured and scarce. 2. If you need reliable Wi-Fi for work or video calls, pay the S/.15/day upgrade to 20 Mbps at check-in; the free 4 Mbps Wi-Fi is only good for messaging and light browsing.
What time is check-in at Hospedaje Planet?
Check-in at Hospedaje Planet is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hospedaje Planet have Wi-Fi?
Free basic Wi-Fi (4 Mbps down, 1 up) with no log-in; paid upgrade to 20 Mbps at S/.15/day
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hospedaje Planet?
None (no municipal tourist tax collected at source for this category)
Where can I eat cheaply near Hospedaje Planet?
Menu del día at a local eatery, about S/10-S/15.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hospedaje Planet?
Collectivo (shared minibus) within town costs about S/1-S/2; from the airport take a shared taxi to town for S/5 per person.
When is the best time to visit Chachapoyas?
June to August: dry season, clear skies, good for hiking Kuélap and Gocta without rain; crowds are moderate, not overwhelming.
Top Attractions in Chachapoyas
💡 Visit around 6pm when locals gather; the cathedral chimes mark the hour. No entry fee but bring coins for the nearby street vendors' fresh mango slices.
💡 Combine with a visit to the Laguna itself—micros from Leymebamba town run irregularly; hire a mototaxi for the round trip.
💡 Skip the cable car and take the colectivo from the terminal to Nuevo Tingo, then a short hike; cheaper and less crowded by 8am.
💡 The entrance fee is low but the compulsory guide adds cost; skip the guided package by arriving early and paying the park directly—guides are required but you can ask a local farmer for directions for a small tip.
💡 Bring binoculars—the statues are best viewed from the opposite riverbank. The entry fee is collected by the community; no guide needed, just follow the trail markers.