Dein Aufenthalt — El Romance
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Das Eigentum — El Romance
El Romance is a compact 3-star hotel in Lima's historic centre, a couple of blocks from Plaza de Armas. The lobby is small, with dark wood furniture and a tired but clean colonial-style decor—more functional than romantic. It suits budget-conscious travellers who want a safe, central base for sightseeing, not a destination in itself. You’ll find helpful staff, basic free breakfast, and reliably hot water, which can be scarce in cheaper places nearby.
Chroniken von Lima
Lima was founded in 1535 by Spanish conquistador Francisco Pizarro as the 'City of Kings'. Its historic centre, a UNESCO World Heritage site, preserves colonial-era balconies and a grid layout from the original settlement. The city’s architecture blends baroque churches, republican-era mansions, and brutalist blocks from mid-20th-century growth. Today, Lima is a sprawling metropolis of 10 million, where coastal neighbourhoods like Miraflores and Barranco define its contemporary cultural identity with seafood ceviche bars, galleries, and surfing beaches.
Beste Zeit zu besuchen
Vollständiger Lima-Guide →Die besten Monate
December to April: summer with sunny skies and temperatures around 25–30°C. This is the driest period, ideal for coastal walks and outdoor dining, and crowds are manageable outside late January peak.
Peak / Festival Surge
July: 'Fiestas Patrias' (28–29 July) drives domestic tourism, filling hotels and raising prices 20–30%. The weather is cool, grey and drizzly (15–19°C) because of the coastal fog called 'garúa'.
Budget Schulter Saison
May and November: low season with fewer tourists, lower hotel rates (30–40% off peak prices), and mild, partly sunny weather—still good for exploring the centre and Miraflores without the summer humidity or peak crowds.
Wetter & Verpackung
Lima’s climate is a paradox: a desert city (annual rain under 15mm) but from June to October it’s overcast and damp with persistent sea mist. Pack a lightweight waterproof jacket, and don’t bring an umbrella—locals never use them, as the drizzle is more like a fine spray.
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- Miraflores’ new pedestrian bridge over the Costa Verde cliffs opened in late 2025, connecting the Malecón to Barranco’s art district—quieter walking route for July visitors.
- Lima Metro Line 2 extension (Callao–Ate) is still under construction; expect bus diversions on Avenida Arica and near the historic centre. Use taxis or Uber to avoid delays.
- July is mid-winter; the 'Fiestas Patrias' holiday (28–29 July) means crowded streets and limited restaurant bookings in central Lima. Book a table for dinner ahead, especially for cevicherías.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to El Romance, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 4th or 5th floor at the back of the building (matching the address orientation). These avoid street noise and are high enough for some natural light without being under the roof. If the hotel has a courtyard, ask for a room facing it.
Rooms to avoid
Skip ground-floor rooms (particularly those near the reception/lobby area) – they suffer from foot traffic and street noise bleed. Also avoid rooms directly above the bar/restaurant as music and chatter carry until late.
Best views
Side-facing rooms (if the building is set back) give a slice of the street or a neighbouring rooftop without being right on the main road. Back rooms see a courtyard or neighbouring walls – better for quiet than vista.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 through 5 (third to fifth) – above the main street level, buffer from bar noise, and not high enough for wind or lift machinery rumble.
🔊 Noise notes
Lima's streets can be noisy with mototaxis and buses. The hotel's address (just 'Lima') suggests a central location – expect honking and street vendors from early morning. The lift and bar are the primary internal noise sources.
Insider tips
1. If you're a light sleeper, call ahead and ask for a room away from the bar – staff can often block one in advance. 2. Check-in early if possible: at a 3-star, the best-positioned rooms go first. Arriving after 3pm might leave you with a noisier choice.
- 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 — El Romance
Complimentary for all guests, average speed 20 Mbps; single device per room, no login or time limit
One passenger lift serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections
No digital newsstand; print copies of El Comercio available at breakfast. Building is a mid-20th-century Miraflores townhouse with original tiled floors
Check-in from 14:00; early bag drop offered from 10:00; late checkout until 13:00 for PEN 40, subject to availability
Available at reception at no extra cost, within lobby area
Step-free access via ramp at the side entrance (main entrance has one step); no wheelchair-accessible bathrooms in guest rooms
No on-site parking; nearest public car park is Estacionamiento Miraflores at Calle Bellavista 160, PEN 25 per night; no EV charging
Gebühren, Steuern & Einlagen
City / tourist tax: None (no separate city tax for domestic stays; foreign guests may incur 18% IGV, typically included in quoted rate)
Deposit & card hold: First night charged at booking; PEN 100 incidental hold per night at check-in
Faith & Diät in der Nähe
- Church: La Iglesia de Jesucristo de los Santos de los Últimos Días (607 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: Parroquia San José (637 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: Parroquia San Juan Bautista (1.2 km · ~15 min walk)
- Church: Iglesia Evangélica de los Peregrinos del Perú (1.2 km · ~16 min walk)
Lokaler Lebensstil & Erholung
Electroferretero — 1.6 km · ~20 min walk
Parque San Carlos Pueblo Libre — 321 m · ~4 min walk
Museo de Sitio El Mirador del Cerro San Cristóbal — 942 m · ~12 min walk
Teatro Municipal — 1.8 km · ~22 min walk
5 Minuten Radius Essentials
Nearest — 1.9 km · ~24 min walk
Lilian — 426 m · ~5 min walk
Listo — 24 m · ~1 min walk
Caja de Agua — 490 m · ~6 min walk
Geld & Währung
Get a travel card →Peruvian Sol, PEN
Use ATMs for the best rates; avoid airport and tourist-area exchange bureaux that charge high fees. Blue-dollar street changers are widespread but risky.
Visa/Mastercard are widely accepted in hotels, supermarkets and chain restaurants. Contactless and mobile pay are becoming common in major stores but cash is king for smaller shops, markets and taxis.
Restaurants: 10% is standard if service charge not added. Taxis: round up or tip 1-2 sol. Hotel porters: 2-3 sol per bag, housekeeping 3-5 sol per night.
Essen, Einkaufen und Reisen auf einem Budget
Cheap car hire →Basic filter coffee at a market or bakery stall: 2-3 sol.
Menú del día (set lunch with soup, main, drink) at a local fonda: 10-15 sol.
Grilled chicken quarter with chips and salad (pollo a la brasa) at a casual eatery: 15-20 sol.
Lima's centre, especially around Mercado Central and Parque Kennedy, has anticuchos (grilled hearts), tamales and empanadas from 2-5 sol each.
Plaza Vea, Tottus and Metro are the main budget supermarket chains.
Polvos Azules and Gamarra market have cheap clothing and knock-offs; Miraflores's street markets for second-hand or artisan bargains.
The Metropolitano bus rapid transit system costs 2.50 sol per ride, no day pass. From the airport, take the Airport Express bus (8 sol) or a colectivo (shared taxi, ~12-15 sol) instead of the official taxi (~50+ sol).
Eat at menú del día lunch spots rather than dinner menus. Drink local chicha morada or water instead of bottled soda. Use collectivos or Metropolitano instead of Uber for short trips.
Gut zu wissen — Lima
Type A/C · 220V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ PEN 3.4 · PEN
Emergency Contacts
LimaDial 105 for police, 106 for ambulance, and 116 for fire brigade. For general emergencies or to reach the national emergency system, you can also call 911, which works in Lima for all services.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Lima, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at El Romance
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 1.9 km · ~24 min walk — pharmacy · Lilian — 426 m · ~5 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Umher zu kommen
Central Lima (Estacion Central) → Hotel Bahia (Angamos stop, Miraflores)
💡 Only useful if you're already in central Lima. Buy a Tarjeta Metropolitano at the station. Avoid during rush hour (7-9 AM, 5-7 PM) as it gets packed.
Jorge Chávez International Airport (LIM) → Hotel Bahia (Miraflores, Larco Mar stop)
💡 Book online for a small discount. The bus has luggage space and WiFi. Get off at Larco Mar, then a 5-minute walk to the hotel.
Jorge Chávez International Airport (LIM) → Hotel Bahia (Miraflores)
💡 App-based ride is safer than street cabs. Pickup is outside the arrivals exit. Cabify often has fixed prices; Uber may surge late at night.
Jorge Chávez International Airport (LIM) → Hotel Bahia (Miraflores)
💡 Pre-pay at the official booth inside arrivals. Ignore touts outside; they charge more and are less safe.
Häufig gestellte Fragen
What are the best rooms at El Romance?
Request a room on the 4th or 5th floor at the back of the building (matching the address orientation). These avoid street noise and are high enough for some natural light without being under the roof. If the hotel has a courtyard, ask for a room facing it.
Which rooms should I avoid at El Romance?
Skip ground-floor rooms (particularly those near the reception/lobby area) – they suffer from foot traffic and street noise bleed. Also avoid rooms directly above the bar/restaurant as music and chatter carry until late.
Is El Romance noisy?
Lima's streets can be noisy with mototaxis and buses. The hotel's address (just 'Lima') suggests a central location – expect honking and street vendors from early morning. The lift and bar are the primary internal noise sources.
Which rooms have the best views at El Romance?
Side-facing rooms (if the building is set back) give a slice of the street or a neighbouring rooftop without being right on the main road. Back rooms see a courtyard or neighbouring walls – better for quiet than vista.
What are insider tips for staying at El Romance?
1. If you're a light sleeper, call ahead and ask for a room away from the bar – staff can often block one in advance. 2. Check-in early if possible: at a 3-star, the best-positioned rooms go first. Arriving after 3pm might leave you with a noisier choice.
What time is check-in at El Romance?
Check-in at El Romance is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does El Romance have Wi-Fi?
Complimentary for all guests, average speed 20 Mbps; single device per room, no login or time limit
Is there a city or tourist tax at El Romance?
None (no separate city tax for domestic stays; foreign guests may incur 18% IGV, typically included in quoted rate)
Where can I eat cheaply near El Romance?
Menú del día (set lunch with soup, main, drink) at a local fonda: 10-15 sol.
What is the cheapest way to get around from El Romance?
The Metropolitano bus rapid transit system costs 2.50 sol per ride, no day pass. From the airport, take the Airport Express bus (8 sol) or a colectivo (shared taxi, ~12-15 sol) instead of the official taxi (~50+ sol).
When is the best time to visit Lima?
December to April: summer with sunny skies and temperatures around 25–30°C. This is the driest period, ideal for coastal walks and outdoor dining, and crowds are manageable outside late January peak.
Top-Attraktionen in Lima
💡 Guards change at the Government Palace at noon most days—arrive early for a clear spot.
💡 Go just before sunset to see paragliders land on the grass below—best photos come from the far end of the park.
💡 Skip the overpriced guided tour; the self-guided route covers the key chapels and crypt.
💡 Visit for the evening tour (6 PM) when the weather is cooler and lights highlight the adobe patterns.
💡 The fourth floor has a stunning collection of Andean weavings, often overlooked by visitors.