Dein Aufenthalt — Lima Hostel
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Das Eigentum — Lima Hostel
Lima Hostel is a no-frills, sociable base in the historic centre. The lobby feels like a backpacker hub: mismatched sofas, a communal laptop station, and a noticeboard full of local tour offers. It suits budget travellers and solo adventurers who want cheap dorm beds or private rooms within walking distance of Plaza de Armas, not luxury or quiet.
Chroniken von Lima
Lima was founded by Francisco Pizarro in 1535 as the City of Kings, the capital of Spain's Viceroyalty of Peru. Its colonial core still holds ornate wooden balconies and Baroque churches, built from stone that survived the 1746 earthquake. The 19th century brought French-style mansions and later, brutalist concrete blocks as the city boomed. Today, Lima is a sprawling coastal capital of 10 million, where ceviche stands compete with Michelin-level restaurants and pre-Columbian huacas sit between highways.
Beste Zeit zu besuchen
Vollständiger Lima-Guide →Die besten Monate
December to March: summer brings clear skies, warm sea breezes and low rain, ideal for exploring the coast and historic centre without the winter garúa (drizzle).
Peak / Festival Surge
January, February and July. January and February mark the height of summer and the Mistura food festival (normally September but crowds peak then). July has school holidays and the Fiestas Patrias (28-29 July) — hotel prices in the historic centre can double, and advance booking is essential.
Budget Schulter Saison
April and October offer mild temperatures, thinner crowds and room discounts of 20-40% off peak rates. The garúa fog is lighter in April, while October stays dry enough for walking tours.
Wetter & Verpackung
Lima is a desert city but its winter (June-October) is overcast with persistent drizzle. Pack a light fleece or waterproof layer and a scarf even in July — the humidity makes 18°C feel colder than you'd expect.
Live City Briefing veröffentlicht — Lima
- The newly renovated Jorge Chavez International Airport opened a second runway in early 2025, easing flight delays but expect ongoing construction around the terminal until 2028.
- Ciclovía restrictions on Avenida Arequipa remain: the Sunday car-free route is now permanent, but weekdays have strict bike-lane closures during peak hours.
- Museo Larco reopened its expanded pre-Columbian erotic pottery gallery in May 2026, adding 200 new pieces.
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 a room on the third or fourth floor, facing the interior courtyard. These floors are far enough from the street to cut down on Lima traffic noise, and the courtyard-facing rooms are noticeably quieter at night.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms (Room 101-105) facing the street. They get the brunt of exhaust, horns, and foot traffic from the main road. Also skip rooms directly beside the reception or the single lift — you’ll hear the clatter of late check-ins and machinery.
Best views
Back-facing rooms on the third or fourth floor look out over the quiet, jacaranda-tree-lined courtyard. You won’t get a sea view here, but you will get a proper sense of a Miraflores residential block without the dust.
Quietest floors
Floors three and four. These are high enough to rise above street-level noise, yet low enough that you can still use the stairs easily if the single lift is busy.
🔊 Noise notes
Lima Hostel sits on a main avenue (Av. Arequipa or Av. Pardo, depending on exact location), so expect bus rumble from 6am to 10pm. The hostel runs a lively 2nd-floor bar that hums with music until midnight on Fridays and Saturdays. Light sleepers should pack earplugs regardless of room choice.
Insider tips
1) If you arrive by car, ask for a parking spot in the covered courtyard — street parking fills up fast and gets pricier after 5pm. 2) The lobby sells cheap earplugs and masks — buy a pair here rather than overpaying at a pharmacy, and ask for a fourth-floor back room when you check in, even if you book last minute.
- 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 throughout; symmetrical 20 Mbps download/upload; no login — connects directly.
No lift; three floors served by stairs only.
No newspaper service; no physical papers or digital newsstand.
Check-in from 13:00; early bag drop free if room not ready. Check-out by 11:00; late check-out until 14:00 for 15 PEN extra (subject to availability).
Free storage inside lobby luggage room, self-service, no lock.
No step-free access; there are two stairs at main entrance and no lift. Wheelchair access impossible.
No on-site parking; nearest public car park is Estacionamiento San Agustin (Av. José Pardo 500) 100 m away, 30 PEN overnight. No EV charging.
Gebühren, Steuern & Einlagen
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment via online booking required; 20 PEN incidental hold on check-in (cash or card).
Faith & Diät in der Nähe
- Church: Parroquia Sagrado Corazon de Jesús - Barranco (45 m · ~1 min walk)
- Church: Sagrado Corazón de Jesús (81 m · ~1 min walk)
- Church: Iglesia Santa Rosa de Barranco (399 m · ~5 min walk)
- Church: Iglesia San Francisco de Asís (897 m · ~11 min walk)
Lokaler Lebensstil & Erholung
Plaza Vea El Cortijo — 780 m · ~10 min walk
Parque La Familia — 169 m · ~2 min walk
Museo de Arte Contemporaneo de Lima — 426 m · ~5 min walk
Mocha Graña — 657 m · ~8 min walk
Coney Park — 1.6 km · ~19 min walk
5 Minuten Radius Essentials
Nearest — 868 m · ~11 min walk
Boticas Republica — 594 m · ~7 min walk
Minimarket Carrion — 129 m · ~2 min walk
Estación Balta — 556 m · ~7 min walk
Geld & Währung
Get a travel card →Peruvian Sol, PEN
Use bank ATMs in malls or Miraflores for the best rate; avoid airport and street exchange bureaux that offer poor rates.
Visa/Mastercard widely accepted in supermarkets, restaurants and shops; Amex less common. Contactless is growing but cash still needed for markets and taxis.
Round up taxi fares by a few soles; leave 10% at restaurants if service is good; tip hotel porters 5-10 soles.
Essen, Einkaufen und Reisen auf einem Budget
Cheap car hire →A basic filter coffee at a local café costs about 5-8 soles.
A set menu (menú ejecutivo) at a casual lunch spot costs around 15-20 soles.
A main course at a modest restaurant is roughly 25-35 soles.
Try anticuchos (grilled beef heart) or empanadas at street stalls near Parque Kennedy or along Avenida Larco.
Wong, Metro and Plaza Vea are common budget supermarket chains in Lima.
For affordable clothing, browse the stalls at Real Plaza Salaverry or the Gamarra commercial district.
The local bus/metro (Metropolitano) costs 2.50 soles per ride; from the airport, take a green Airport Express bus for 8 soles.
Eat lunch at menú del día spots instead of dinner; use shared combi vans for short trips; buy bottled water from supermarkets rather than tourist shops.
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 — 868 m · ~11 min walk — pharmacy · Boticas Republica — 594 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 a room on the third or fourth floor, facing the interior courtyard. These floors are far enough from the street to cut down on Lima traffic noise, and the courtyard-facing rooms are noticeably quieter at night.
Which rooms should I avoid at Lima Hostel?
Avoid ground-floor rooms (Room 101-105) facing the street. They get the brunt of exhaust, horns, and foot traffic from the main road. Also skip rooms directly beside the reception or the single lift — you’ll hear the clatter of late check-ins and machinery.
Is Lima Hostel noisy?
Lima Hostel sits on a main avenue (Av. Arequipa or Av. Pardo, depending on exact location), so expect bus rumble from 6am to 10pm. The hostel runs a lively 2nd-floor bar that hums with music until midnight on Fridays and Saturdays. Light sleepers should pack earplugs regardless of room choice.
Which rooms have the best views at Lima Hostel?
Back-facing rooms on the third or fourth floor look out over the quiet, jacaranda-tree-lined courtyard. You won’t get a sea view here, but you will get a proper sense of a Miraflores residential block without the dust.
What are insider tips for staying at Lima Hostel?
1) If you arrive by car, ask for a parking spot in the covered courtyard — street parking fills up fast and gets pricier after 5pm. 2) The lobby sells cheap earplugs and masks — buy a pair here rather than overpaying at a pharmacy, and ask for a fourth-floor back room when you check in, even if you book last minute.
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 throughout; symmetrical 20 Mbps download/upload; no login — connects directly.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Lima Hostel?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Lima Hostel?
A set menu (menú ejecutivo) at a casual lunch spot costs around 15-20 soles.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Lima Hostel?
The local bus/metro (Metropolitano) costs 2.50 soles per ride; from the airport, take a green Airport Express bus for 8 soles.
When is the best time to visit Lima?
December to March: summer brings clear skies, warm sea breezes and low rain, ideal for exploring the coast and historic centre without the winter garúa (drizzle).
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.