🇵🇪 Huaraz, Peru
Amelita Lodging
📍 633, Gavino Uribe, Huaraz
Dein Aufenthalt — Amelita Lodging
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Das Eigentum — Amelita Lodging
You walk into a bright, wood-floored lobby with big windows facing the Cordillera Blanca. The vibe is cheerful but unfussy, with local textiles on the sofas and a receptionist who pulls out a map without being asked. This 3-star hotel suits independent trekkers and budget-conscious families who want a secure base with hot showers and a decent buffet breakfast, not frills. Staff are genuinely helpful, and the USP is its quiet location just a ten-minute walk from the main plaza.
Chroniken von Huaraz
Huaraz was originally a small agricultural village in the Callejón de Huaylas valley, inhabited by the Recuay culture long before the Inca arrived. The Spanish founded the formal town in 1574, naming it after the Quechua word for 'sweetness.' Much of its colonial centre was destroyed in the devastating 1970 earthquake, which killed over 20,000 people and levelled 95% of the buildings. Reconstruction favoured plain concrete blocks and wide boulevards, giving the city a functional rather than picturesque feel today. Its contemporary identity revolves entirely around adventure tourism as the primary gateway for Peru's best alpine trekking and mountaineering.
Beste Zeit zu besuchen
Vollständiger Huaraz-Guide →Die besten Monate
May to September for the driest conditions, stable skies and clear views of Huascarán. July and August are the most reliable for high-altitude trekking without daily rain.
Peak / Festival Surge
July is the absolute peak month, when the Semana del Andinismo festival draws climbers and the Peruvian national holiday (28-29 July) fills hotels. Prices at Amelita can rise 20-30% in July. Book at least two months ahead.
Budget Schulter Saison
April and October offer lower hotel rates, fewer tourists and still decent weather, though you should expect some afternoon showers and cloudier mornings.
Wetter & Verpackung
Huaraz's altitude (3,052 m) means intense daytime sun and near-freezing nights year-round. Pack a down jacket or fleece for evenings, a sunhat and SPF 50 for midday, plus a lightweight waterproof shell for sudden afternoon rain in the shoulder months.
Live City Briefing veröffentlicht — Huaraz
- The new Huaraz bus terminal opened in early 2026 on Avenida Raimondi, replacing the old chaotic lot near the mercado. Arrange taxi pickup at Amelita in advance.
- Lagos 69 is still closed for trail restoration after landslides in early 2026. Check with the Huascarán National Park office to confirm reopening before booking a trek.
- Several cafes near Plaza de Armas now offer free filtered water refills to reduce plastic bottle waste; bring your own bottle.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Amelita Lodging, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request rooms on floors 3 or 4 in the rear of the building, away from Gavino Uribe. These floors are high enough to avoid street-level bustle and are below the roof (typically no lift noise above the 4th floor in a 3-star walk-up).
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms (floor 0) directly facing Gavino Uribe — they'll catch pedestrian chatter and traffic rumble. Also skip rooms next to the main staircase or lift shaft on any floor if there's a creaky lift; noise travels through thin walls in budget buildings.
Best views
Rooms on the rear side (facing away from Gavino Uribe) overlook the Cordillera Blanca mountain range. Ask for a 'rear-facing room with mountain view' — a common request in Huaraz that staff can accommodate. Front-facing rooms give you a view of the street and neighbouring buildings.
Quietest floors
Floors 2 through 4 are quietest. Upper floors (3-4) minimise street hum and foot traffic in common areas. The 4th floor is often the top in 3-star Huaraz hotels, so no running water or footsteps from above.
🔊 Noise notes
Gavino Uribe is a residential-commercial street in central Huaraz — expect mototaxis and trucks from around 6am, plus street dogs barking at night. The hotel's own lift (if present) can be clunky; general noise in corridors from market-goers returning late after dinner (restaurants close around 10pm).
Insider tips
1) The hotel has no parking — leave your rental car at the Parinacota car park two blocks east (at Av. Luzuriaga). 2) During check-in, politely ask for a 'tranquil side room' (habitación tranquila) — staff know which rooms face the mountain and which face the street.
- 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 Einrichtungen — Amelita Lodging
Free for all guests, 15 Mbps download speed (sufficient for browsing and email; weak in top-floor rooms); no login required
No lift — four-storey building with stairs only
No daily newspapers; one shared tablet at reception for digital news (El Comercio) – ask staff for access
Standard check-in 14:00–22:00; early bag drop from 09:00 free; late check-out to 12:00 for 30 PEN, to 18:00 for 60 PEN (subject to availability)
Free for guests on arrival/departure day; 10 PEN per day for non-guests
No step-free access; main entrance has three steps, no ramp; no accessible rooms or bathrooms; narrow corridors
No on-site parking; free street parking on Gavino Uribe (very limited); nearest public car park at Plaza de Armas – 15 PEN per 24 hours; no EV charging
Gebühren, Steuern & Einlagen
City / tourist tax: 10 PEN per person per night (tourist tax, cash only)
Deposit & card hold: 50% of stay charged 14 days before; 100 PEN incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Faith & Diät in der Nähe
- Church: Capilla de San Gerónimo (613 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: Catedral de San Sebastián y la Inmaculada Concepción - Diócesis de Huaraz (732 m · ~9 min walk)
- Church: Sagrario San Sebastian (780 m · ~10 min walk)
- Church: Parroquia Nuestra Señora de Belén (1.0 km · ~13 min walk)
Lokaler Lebensstil & Erholung
Parque del Periodista — 494 m · ~6 min walk
Museo Arqueológico de Ancash — 654 m · ~8 min walk
MonkeyPark — 850 m · ~11 min walk
5 Minuten Radius Essentials
Nearest — 232 m · ~3 min walk
Mifarma — 114 m · ~1 min walk
Fast Pet Shop — 484 m · ~6 min walk
El Rapido (Huallanca, La Union, Huanuco) — 630 m · ~8 min walk
Geld & Währung
Get a travel card →Peruvian Sol, PEN
Use ATMs for the best rate; avoid exchange bureaux near the bus terminal and airport as they give poor rates.
Visa and Mastercard accepted in most hotels, supermarkets, and nicer restaurants; street stalls and small eateries often cash-only; contactless is not widely used outside major chains.
Restaurants: if service charge (10%) isn't already added, leave 5-10% for good service. Taxis: no tip expected, but rounding up is fine. Hotel staff: tips appreciated but not mandatory.
Essen, Einkaufen und Reisen auf einem Budget
Cheap car hire →A coffee at a local bakery or juice bar costs around 4-6 soles.
A menú del día (soup, main, drink) in a comedor near the market costs about 8-12 soles.
A main dish at a simple pollería or chifa runs 12-18 soles.
Look for stalls selling anticuchos, papa rellena, and choclo con queso around Plaza de Armas and the Mercado Central.
Plaza Vea and Supermercados Metro are the common budget supermarket chains near the city centre.
Mercado Central de Huaraz has cheap clothing and gear; for outdoor gear, small shops along Avenida Luzuriaga.
Local combis (minibuses) cost 1 sol per ride within the city; from Lima, Cruz del Sur or Movil Tours buses to Huaraz are the cheapest long-distance option.
Eat menú del día for lunch to save cash; bring cash from an ATM in the city centre rather than the airport; bargain at markets for souvenirs or clothes.
Gut zu wissen — Huaraz
Type A/C · 220V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ PEN 3.4 · PEN
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Huaraz, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Amelita Lodging
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 232 m · ~3 min walk — pharmacy · Mifarma — 114 m · ~1 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Umher zu kommen
Hotel Valencia II (Av. Luzuriaga stop) → Huaraz bus terminal (Terminal Terrestre)
💡 City buses don't have number routes; ask locals for 'el rápido al terminal'. Pay the cobrador (conductor) with exact change—1 sol per ride. Stand on the corner by Hotel Valencia II and wave; bus will stop anywhere safe.
Comandante FAP Germán Arias Graziani Airport (ATA) → Huaraz city centre (Plaza de Armas)
💡 This is a colectivo-style minibus, not a scheduled airline bus. From the airport road, flag one heading east on the Pativilca–Caraz highway. Ask for 'centro' and they'll drop you near the Plaza; walk 10 mins to Hotel Valencia II.
Hotel Valencia II → Huaraz city centre (any point within 2km)
💡 For short hops within central Huaraz, shared taxis (colectivos) cost 2-3 soles per person—look for ones with a posted route. Private taxis negotiate 5-10 soles; always confirm price before getting in. Avoid unmetered cabs late at night.
Comandante FAP Germán Arias Graziani Airport (ATA) → Hotel Valencia II, Huaraz
💡 Negotiate the fare before getting in; official taxis from the airport rank charge around 50-60 soles—drivers outside may try 80. Cash only, small bills preferred.
Häufig gestellte Fragen
What are the best rooms at Amelita Lodging?
Request rooms on floors 3 or 4 in the rear of the building, away from Gavino Uribe. These floors are high enough to avoid street-level bustle and are below the roof (typically no lift noise above the 4th floor in a 3-star walk-up).
Which rooms should I avoid at Amelita Lodging?
Avoid ground-floor rooms (floor 0) directly facing Gavino Uribe — they'll catch pedestrian chatter and traffic rumble. Also skip rooms next to the main staircase or lift shaft on any floor if there's a creaky lift; noise travels through thin walls in budget buildings.
Is Amelita Lodging noisy?
Gavino Uribe is a residential-commercial street in central Huaraz — expect mototaxis and trucks from around 6am, plus street dogs barking at night. The hotel's own lift (if present) can be clunky; general noise in corridors from market-goers returning late after dinner (restaurants close around 10pm).
Which rooms have the best views at Amelita Lodging?
Rooms on the rear side (facing away from Gavino Uribe) overlook the Cordillera Blanca mountain range. Ask for a 'rear-facing room with mountain view' — a common request in Huaraz that staff can accommodate. Front-facing rooms give you a view of the street and neighbouring buildings.
What are insider tips for staying at Amelita Lodging?
1) The hotel has no parking — leave your rental car at the Parinacota car park two blocks east (at Av. Luzuriaga). 2) During check-in, politely ask for a 'tranquil side room' (habitación tranquila) — staff know which rooms face the mountain and which face the street.
What time is check-in at Amelita Lodging?
Check-in at Amelita Lodging is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Amelita Lodging have Wi-Fi?
Free for all guests, 15 Mbps download speed (sufficient for browsing and email; weak in top-floor rooms); no login required
Is there a city or tourist tax at Amelita Lodging?
10 PEN per person per night (tourist tax, cash only)
Where can I eat cheaply near Amelita Lodging?
A menú del día (soup, main, drink) in a comedor near the market costs about 8-12 soles.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Amelita Lodging?
Local combis (minibuses) cost 1 sol per ride within the city; from Lima, Cruz del Sur or Movil Tours buses to Huaraz are the cheapest long-distance option.
When is the best time to visit Huaraz?
May to September for the driest conditions, stable skies and clear views of Huascarán. July and August are the most reliable for high-altitude trekking without daily rain.
Top-Attraktionen in Huaraz
💡 Go on a Sunday morning – it’s free then. Weekday entry is 10 soles. The labelling is in Spanish, so use Google Lens or download a guide. Allow 1–2 hours.
💡 Come at sunset for golden light on the mountains. On weekends, there are often free dance performances or market stalls selling local food like tamales.
💡 Go just before sunrise for clear views and fewer people. The path starts at Calle Daniel Villar, behind the cathedral. Bring a torch if hiking in the dark – the steps are uneven.
💡 Get to Pitec by 7am to beat crowds and clouds. Acclimatise 2 days in Huaraz first. Bring water and snacks; no facilities at the trailhead.
💡 Go with a budget tour (around 80–100 soles including transport) – you can’t drive alone. Start the hike by 8am to finish before afternoon rain. Rent walking poles from Huaraz for 10 soles.