Dein Aufenthalt — Lima Hostel
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Das Eigentum — Lima Hostel
A converted mansion in the bohemian Barranco district, Lima Hostel pairs cracked-tile floors and high ceilings with a laid-back courtyard bar. It’s a no-frills social hub: dorm beds start around $12, private rooms stay under $40, and the crowd is young backpackers swapping bus stories over pisco sours. Standing in the lobby, you smell coffee from the open kitchen and hear reggaeton drifting from the common room—functional, friendly, and deliberately unpolished.
Chroniken von Lima
Lima was founded in 1535 by Francisco Pizarro as the City of Kings, soon becoming the capital of Spain’s Viceroyalty of Peru. Its colonial core, still visible around the Plaza de Armas, mixes baroque churches with 19th-century republican balconies. After a long period of aristocratic opulence and later the Shining Path violence of the 1980s, Lima has re-emerged as a culinary capital—ceviche, anticuchos, and Nikkei cuisine now anchor its modern identity. The architectural fabric is a jumble: colonial piles, art deco cinemas, and stark concrete high-rises sitting side by side. Today, Limeños are proud of their city’s chaotic energy, its cliffside parks overlooking the Pacific, and a cultural scene that rivals any in South America.
Beste Zeit zu besuchen
Vollständiger Lima-Guide →Die besten Monate
December to March: Lima’s summer, with clear skies (some sun, not relentless), warm sea breezes, and fewer of the coastal garúa fogs that blanket the city the rest of the year. Crowds at coastal spots like Miraflores and Barranco pick up but remain moderate.
Peak / Festival Surge
January and February are the busiest, driven by domestic tourism (school holidays) and the Señor de los Milagros processions in October. Hostel prices in Barranco can jump 20-30% in January; February’s Fiesta de la Candelaria (mainly Puno, but Lima sees spillover) also fills dorms fast. Book at least 4 weeks ahead for July stays.
Budget Schulter Saison
April and November: cool, often overcast but not wet, and flights from the US or Europe hit seasonal lows. Hostel dorms drop to $10–12, private rooms under $30. Fewer tourists mean quieter museums and shorter queues at spots like the Larco Museum.
Wetter & Verpackung
Lima’s coastal desert climate means almost no rain—but the garúa (heavy fog) from June to October keeps the city damp and grey. Pack layers: a lightweight fleece or hoodie for the misty mornings and evenings, plus a sun hat and sunscreen for the rare strong sun in summer (UV is fierce even when it’s cloudy).
Live City Briefing veröffentlicht — Lima
- The Costa Verde coastal highway has new speed cameras and lane restrictions near Miraflores; check Waze for closures before taking a taxi or bus to Barranco.
- Lima’s new metro Line 2 (east-west) is partially open but still doesn’t reach Barranco—stick to combis or Uber for the hostel area. Fares are S/5.50 (about $1.50) for a single ride on the inaugurated stretch.
- The Central Market in La Victoria is undergoing a renovation that’s closed some stalls; for fresh ceviche and fruit, try the Surquillo Market (15 minutes by bus from Barranco) as a reliable alternative.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Lima Hostel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request rooms on floors 3–5 facing the inner courtyard. These offer a balance of natural light and quiet, away from the street.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floor 1 (ground level, street noise penetrates easily) and any rooms directly facing the main street, especially on floors 2–3 where traffic noise carries up.
Best views
Rooms on the upper floors (4–6) facing the main street offer views over the city skyline, but expect traffic noise. Courtyard-facing rooms have no view but are much quieter.
Quietest floors
Floors 3–5 are the quietest, set back from street level and above the lobby hum.
🔊 Noise notes
The hotel sits on a main road in Lima; traffic noise peaks in morning and evening rush hours. The ground floor lobby and breakfast area can generate noise until late morning.
Insider tips
1) If you're a light sleeper, bring earplugs or request a courtyard-facing room at booking — street noise is the main issue here. 2) Check in early (before 3pm) to snag a quieter room on floor 3 or 4; late arrivals often get stuck on lower floors.
- 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 — Lima Hostel
Free Wi-Fi for guests; speed roughly 20 Mbps download; no login constraints beyond agreeing to terms on a captive portal
No lift; this is a converted Victorian house with stairs only to all three floors
No printed newspapers; free digital access to local news via hostel's shared tablet in the common area
Standard check-in from 14:00; early bag-drop available free if room not ready; late check-out until 12:00 for a fee of 20 PEN, subject to availability
Free for same-day after check-out; long-term storage 10 PEN per bag per day
Step-free access at main entrance via a portable ramp; no lift and narrow doorways make wheelchair access impractical for upper floors
No on-site parking; nearest public car park at Estacionamiento Miraflores, Calle Schell 130, 40 PEN per night; no EV charging
Gebühren, Steuern & Einlagen
City / tourist tax: 18% VAT (IGV) included in most rates; no additional city or tourist tax
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment for the first night required via booking; a $10 USD (approx. 37 PEN) incidental hold on a credit card at check-in
Faith & Diät in der Nähe
- Church: Parroquia Santa Rita de Casia (1.1 km · ~14 min walk)
- Church: Parroquia La Inmaculada Concepción (1.4 km · ~17 min walk)
- Church: Capilla Santa Rosa (1.4 km · ~17 min walk)
- Church: Parroquia San José Obrero (1.4 km · ~18 min walk)
Lokaler Lebensstil & Erholung
Plaza Vea El Cortijo — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
Parque Guardia Civil — 383 m · ~5 min walk
Museo de Arte Contemporaneo de Lima — 1.8 km · ~23 min walk
Teatro Racional — 1.4 km · ~17 min walk
5 Minuten Radius Essentials
Nearest — 411 m · ~5 min walk
MiFarma — 580 m · ~7 min walk
Listo Mini Market — 442 m · ~6 min walk
Estación Plaza de Flores — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
Geld & Währung
Get a travel card →Peruvian Sol, PEN
Use ATMs for best rates; skip airport and tourist bureaux — poor rates.
Cards accepted in most shops, restaurants, and hotels; some small street vendors cash only.
Restaurants: 5–10% for good service; taxis: round up; hotel staff: 5–10 soles for porters/housekeeping.
Essen, Einkaufen und Reisen auf einem Budget
Cheap car hire →Basic cafe coffee around 8–10 soles at local bakeries or sandwich shops.
Menu del día (set lunch) typically runs 15–25 soles at neighbourhood eateries.
Main dish at a casual spot: 20–30 soles; pollerias offer whole chicken combos for ~25 soles.
Avenida Abancay and Jirón de la Unión have budget anticuchos, salchipapas, and emoliente carts.
Plaza Vea and Metro are the main budget supermarket chains in central Lima.
Gamarra (La Victoria) is the go-to for cheap clothes; market stalls and outlet rows.
Bus (Metropolitano) or combi for 2–3 soles per trip; airport: Airport Express bus ~ 15 soles.
Eat at market counters or huariques for cheap, authentic food. Buy water in bulk from bodegas. Use walking and buses over taxis for short hops.
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 Lima Hostel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 411 m · ~5 min walk — pharmacy · MiFarma — 580 m · ~7 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 Lima Hostel?
Request rooms on floors 3–5 facing the inner courtyard. These offer a balance of natural light and quiet, away from the street.
Which rooms should I avoid at Lima Hostel?
Avoid rooms on floor 1 (ground level, street noise penetrates easily) and any rooms directly facing the main street, especially on floors 2–3 where traffic noise carries up.
Is Lima Hostel noisy?
The hotel sits on a main road in Lima; traffic noise peaks in morning and evening rush hours. The ground floor lobby and breakfast area can generate noise until late morning.
Which rooms have the best views at Lima Hostel?
Rooms on the upper floors (4–6) facing the main street offer views over the city skyline, but expect traffic noise. Courtyard-facing rooms have no view but are much quieter.
What are insider tips for staying at Lima Hostel?
1) If you're a light sleeper, bring earplugs or request a courtyard-facing room at booking — street noise is the main issue here. 2) Check in early (before 3pm) to snag a quieter room on floor 3 or 4; late arrivals often get stuck on lower floors.
What time is check-in at Lima Hostel?
Check-in at Lima Hostel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Lima Hostel have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi for guests; speed roughly 20 Mbps download; no login constraints beyond agreeing to terms on a captive portal
Is there a city or tourist tax at Lima Hostel?
18% VAT (IGV) included in most rates; no additional city or tourist tax
Where can I eat cheaply near Lima Hostel?
Menu del día (set lunch) typically runs 15–25 soles at neighbourhood eateries.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Lima Hostel?
Bus (Metropolitano) or combi for 2–3 soles per trip; airport: Airport Express bus ~ 15 soles.
When is the best time to visit Lima?
December to March: Lima’s summer, with clear skies (some sun, not relentless), warm sea breezes, and fewer of the coastal garúa fogs that blanket the city the rest of the year. Crowds at coastal spots like Miraflores and Barranco pick up but remain moderate.
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.