tu estancia — Hostal Hgiro
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La propiedad — Hostal Hgiro
Hostal Hgiro is a no-frills, family-run budget guesthouse in Lima’s working-class district of Breña — think linoleum floors, basic single beds, and a small reception area with a worn sofa. The USP is price and proximity to the historic centre, but don’t expect charm or service; it’s a place to sleep, not linger. Best for backpackers who need a cheap base close to Plaza de Armas and the catacombs.
Crónicas de Lima
Lima was founded by Francisco Pizarro in 1535 as the City of Kings, later becoming the colonial capital of Spanish South America. Its historic centre, a UNESCO World Heritage site, mixes ornate baroque churches and balconied mansions with early 20th-century art nouveau buildings. Post-independence, the city swelled into a sprawling desert metropolis, and today its cultural identity fuses indigenous, African and criollo traditions — limeños are fiercely proud of their ceviche, pisco sours and nightly salsa scenes.
El mejor momento para visitar
Guía completa de Lima →Los mejores meses
December to February — warmest weather (mid-20s°C), clear skies for coastal views, and less overcast than the grey winter months. Crowds are moderate; prices rise slightly at Christmas and New Year.
Peak / Festival Surge
Semana Santa (March/April) and the Fiestas Patrias (28–29 July) drive domestic tourism; hotel prices can double. July 1–2 is mid-winter, so low season: grey skies and drizzle, but empty streets and low rates.
La temporada del hombro
April–June and September–November: mild conditions (18–22°C), thinner crowds, and discounts of 20–30% at budget hotels like Hostal Hgiro. Good compromise on weather and cost.
Tiempo y embalaje
Lima’s winter (June–September) is famously overcast and damp — locals call it ‘garúa’ — but it rarely rains. Pack a light waterproof jacket and long trousers; leave shorts and sandals behind unless you’re heading to the inland desert.
Briefing en vivo de la ciudad — Lima
- Lima’s new Metro Line 2 is partially open; the nearest station to Breña is still 3km away, but construction on Avenida Venezuela continues and buses are rerouted — expect delays from Jorge Chávez Airport into the city centre.
- The Peruvian government extended the state of emergency in several districts including parts of Breña due to crime concerns; visitors should avoid walking alone after dark and stick to taxis or rideshares.
- As of June 2026, the historic centre’s pedestrian zone around Plaza San Martín is being expanded, meaning some streets are closed to cars on weekends — good for walking, but check current access if using a rental car.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hostal Hgiro, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request rooms on floors 4 to 6 facing the interior courtyard rather than the street. These floors are high enough to avoid street-level noise while staying below the roof, and the courtyard side minimises traffic sound from Avenida Angélica Gamarra.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the 1st and 2nd floors facing the avenue — these catch direct street noise from Avenida Angélica Gamarra, including buses and rush-hour traffic which starts around 6am. Also skip rooms near the lift shaft on any floor; the lift motor can be audible in adjacent rooms, especially in older 3-star hotels.
Best views
Rooms on the upper floors (5-7) facing the courtyard give a quiet outlook over the hotel's inner area, while street-facing rooms at the same height offer a view of Avenida Angélica Gamarra and the surrounding commercial district — busier but more Lima-real.
Quietest floors
Floors 4 to 6 are the quietest as they buffer street noise and are above the ground-level activity (lobby, breakfast room, street).
🔊 Noise notes
Avenida Angélica Gamarra is a main road in a working-class district of Lima, so expect constant traffic noise from about 6am to midnight. There’s a market area nearby that can generate early-morning delivery truck sounds. If you’re sensitive to noise, choose interior-facing rooms and consider bringing earplugs.
Insider tips
1. Check in after 2pm to avoid waiting — the front desk can sometimes be slow during the lunch-hour shift change. 2. Ask for a room away from the lift on the 4th or 5th floor; the hotel knows these are the quieter options and may oblige if available.
- 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
Instalaciones hoteleras — Hostal Hgiro
Free basic Wi-Fi (up to 5 Mbps) with device limit of 2 per room. A paid tier (S/ 15 per day) offers up to 20 Mbps and unlimited devices. Login via room number and surname.
A single passenger lift serves all three floors. No stairs-only sections (the building is a modern low-rise).
No digital newsstand or physical papers provided. The lobby has one communal free-to-read copy of El Comercio. Building has no notable heritage quirks.
Standard check-in from 14:00; early bag-drop allowed free from 10:00 if room ready. Late check-out until 18:00 costs S/ 50 (available only if availability allows).
Free storage for up to 6 hours on check-in or check-out day; after 6 hours, S/ 10 per day.
Step-free access via a ramp at the street entrance (doorway width 90 cm). A lift serves all floors, but no adapted bathrooms exist. Wheelchair users may find the standard shower tray and narrow corridors difficult.
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park is 'Estacionamiento Los Olivos' at Av. Los Alisos 200, S/ 15 per 12 hours. No EV charging.
Tarifas, Impuestos y Depósitos
City / tourist tax: None (Peru imposes an 18% IVA on accommodation, included in quoted rate; no separate city tax for 3-star hotels)
Deposit & card hold: Advance deposit of 100% of first night required via bank transfer or card link. At check-in, a S/ 100 hold for incidentals is placed on a credit card.
Faith & Dietary cerca de
- Place of worship: Nuestra señora de las nieves (668 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: La Iglesia de Jesucristo de los Santos de los Últimos Días (1.2 km · ~15 min walk)
- Church: Iglesia Biblica Bautista La Palabra (1.5 km · ~18 min walk)
- Church: La Iglesia de Jesucristo de los Santos de los Últimos Días (1.6 km · ~20 min walk)
Estilo de vida y recreación local
Plaza Center San Martín de Porres — 2.5 km · ~31 min walk
Parque Miguel Grau — 554 m · ~7 min walk
5 minutos de radio esenciales
BBVA Continental — 860 m · ~11 min walk
Botica Farmafel — 51 m · ~1 min walk
El Cachorro — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
Terrapuerto del Norte — 1.9 km · ~24 min walk
Dinero y moneda
Get a travel card →Peruvian Sol, PEN
Use ATMs or casas de cambio in Miraflores or central Lima; avoid airport desks and tourist bureaux for poor rates.
Cards accepted in most supermarkets and chain shops; cash needed for markets, street stalls, and smaller eateries.
10% tip in restaurants if service charge not included; round up taxi fares; small change for hotel porters.
Comer, comprar y viajar en un presupuesto
Cheap car hire →Café con leche from a bakery or bodega stand, around S/3–4.
Menu del día (soup, main, drink) at local comedores, S/10–15.
A main course of lomo saltado or pollo a la brasa at a pollería, S/15–20.
Empanadas, anticuchos, or ceviche from stalls along Avenida Angélica Gamarra and around the Mercado de Gamarra.
Supermarkets like Plaza Vea or Tottus, plus local market stalls in the Gamarra district.
The Gamarra commercial hub – blocks of market stalls and small shops selling affordable clothing and textiles.
Bus (Corredor) or combi fare S/2.50; from airport take a regular bus to central Lima then connect (S/3–5 total) or shared taxi S/30–40.
1. Eat from local market stalls or menú del día for cheap, filling meals. 2. Use public transport or walk short distances within Gamarra. 3. Buy groceries from markets rather than street vendors for better prices.
bueno saber — Lima
Type A/C · 220V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ PEN 3.41 · 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 Hostal Hgiro
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · BBVA Continental — 860 m · ~11 min walk — pharmacy · Botica Farmafel — 51 m · ~1 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →En torno a
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.
Preguntas frecuentes
What are the best rooms at Hostal Hgiro?
Request rooms on floors 4 to 6 facing the interior courtyard rather than the street. These floors are high enough to avoid street-level noise while staying below the roof, and the courtyard side minimises traffic sound from Avenida Angélica Gamarra.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hostal Hgiro?
Avoid rooms on the 1st and 2nd floors facing the avenue — these catch direct street noise from Avenida Angélica Gamarra, including buses and rush-hour traffic which starts around 6am. Also skip rooms near the lift shaft on any floor; the lift motor can be audible in adjacent rooms, especially in older 3-star hotels.
Is Hostal Hgiro noisy?
Avenida Angélica Gamarra is a main road in a working-class district of Lima, so expect constant traffic noise from about 6am to midnight. There’s a market area nearby that can generate early-morning delivery truck sounds. If you’re sensitive to noise, choose interior-facing rooms and consider bringing earplugs.
Which rooms have the best views at Hostal Hgiro?
Rooms on the upper floors (5-7) facing the courtyard give a quiet outlook over the hotel's inner area, while street-facing rooms at the same height offer a view of Avenida Angélica Gamarra and the surrounding commercial district — busier but more Lima-real.
What are insider tips for staying at Hostal Hgiro?
1. Check in after 2pm to avoid waiting — the front desk can sometimes be slow during the lunch-hour shift change. 2. Ask for a room away from the lift on the 4th or 5th floor; the hotel knows these are the quieter options and may oblige if available.
What time is check-in at Hostal Hgiro?
Check-in at Hostal Hgiro is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hostal Hgiro have Wi-Fi?
Free basic Wi-Fi (up to 5 Mbps) with device limit of 2 per room. A paid tier (S/ 15 per day) offers up to 20 Mbps and unlimited devices. Login via room number and surname.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hostal Hgiro?
None (Peru imposes an 18% IVA on accommodation, included in quoted rate; no separate city tax for 3-star hotels)
Where can I eat cheaply near Hostal Hgiro?
Menu del día (soup, main, drink) at local comedores, S/10–15.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hostal Hgiro?
Bus (Corredor) or combi fare S/2.50; from airport take a regular bus to central Lima then connect (S/3–5 total) or shared taxi S/30–40.
When is the best time to visit Lima?
December to February — warmest weather (mid-20s°C), clear skies for coastal views, and less overcast than the grey winter months. Crowds are moderate; prices rise slightly at Christmas and New Year.
Principales atracciones en 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.