tu estancia — Tostal
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La propiedad — Tostal
The Tostal is a working 3-star hotel in Miraflores, the tourist and business heart of Lima. Its lobby is small, clean and functional, with tiled floors, a flat-screen TV on the wall and a 24-hour reception desk that handles check-ins with brisk efficiency. The vibe is no-nonsense and practical: no pool, no restaurant, just a daily breakfast buffet in a ground-floor room. This place suits budget-conscious travellers who want a reliable base near Larco Mar and the Malecón, not a resort experience.
Crónicas de Lima
Lima was founded in 1535 by Francisco Pizarro as the City of Kings, replacing a pre-Hispanic settlement. Its colonial core centres on the Plaza Mayor, ringed by the cathedral and government palace, built in the ornate Baroque limeña style notable for its carved cedar balconies. The 20th century brought an explosion of modernist and brutalist architecture, particularly in San Isidro and Miraflores, as the city expanded from a colonial enclave to a vast, sprawling metropolis of over ten million. Today, Lima’s identity is a tense mix of indigenous, African and European heritage, expressed through its celebrated ceviche and its role as the culinary capital of Latin America. The city’s growth has left it with crowded streets, heavy traffic and a layered, gritty charm that rewards those who are patient.
El mejor momento para visitar
Guía completa de Lima →Los mejores meses
January, February, March – warm summer, clear skies and beach weather along the Costa Verde, with fewer tourists than the US or European peak seasons.
Peak / Festival Surge
July is peak season for domestic tourists from the rest of Peru on school holidays, and for international visitors escaping northern winter. Hotel prices in Miraflores can rise 20–30% above shoulder-season rates. The main event is Fiestas Patrias (28–29 July), Peru’s independence celebrations, which fill hotels and clog streets with parades and patriotic events.
La temporada del hombro
April and May are ideal budget months: winter drizzle hasn’t yet arrived, crowds thin, and Lima’s hotels offer significant discounts. October is also quiet, with cooler but still pleasant weather.
Tiempo y embalaje
Lima has a subtropical desert climate with a thick, persistent coastal fog called garúa from June to October, but almost no rain. Pack a warm mid-layer and a waterproof jacket—you’ll need them in July, when highs reach only about 18°C, but leave the umbrella at home.
Briefing en vivo de la ciudad — Lima
- The new Lima Metro Line 2 is partially operational but still not connected to Miraflores; for now, rely on taxis (use authorised apps like Uber or Cabify) or the Metropolitano bus system.
- Miraflores’ Malecón renovation on the cliff-top parks is mostly complete, offering improved walkways and bike lanes; it’s safe and popular for jogging in the morning.
- Several high-profile restaurants in the city centre, including Maido and Central (both World’s 50 Best), now require reservations made weeks in advance; book before you travel if you want a table.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Tostal, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 4th or 5th floor, facing away from Avenida 1ro de Mayo. These mid-floors sit above street-level noise but are below any roof-level equipment or common areas. The internal courtyard side is generally quieter.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor (street noise plus lobby and foot traffic) and any room facing the front of the hotel onto the avenue. Also skip top-floor rooms if there’s a roof terrace or service area – footfall and equipment hum can carry.
Best views
No real ‘view’ to speak of – Avenida 1ro de Mayo is a busy urban road lined with shops and blocks of flats. Best orientation is onto the internal courtyard for a still, private outlook.
Quietest floors
Floors 3–5, especially on the rear or courtyard side.
🔊 Noise notes
Avenida 1ro de Mayo carries constant traffic – buses, taxis, mototaxis – especially 6am–10pm. The hotel has no soundproofing luxury; double-glazing is unlikely at this price point. Side-street or rear rooms will be noticeably calmer.
Insider tips
Ask for a rear-facing room during the booking call – the difference is worth it. If you’re driving, check if they offer free parking in their tiny lot; it’s first-come, first-served and street parking is tight.
- 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 — Tostal
Free basic Wi-Fi (5 Mbps) with login via room number; premium tier (20 Mbps) available at 15 PEN per 24 hours
Single lift serves all 4 floors, ground to top; no stairs-only sections
Complimentary digital PressReader access; physical El Comercio newspaper available at reception weekday mornings (limited copies)
Check-in from 14:00, check-out by 12:00. Early bag drop available from 09:00 at reception (free). Late check-out until 15:00 costs 40 PEN; after 15:00 charged full night
Free for same-day check-out/check-in guests; longer storage 10 PEN per bag per day
Step-free access at main entrance via ramp; lift to all floors; one accessible room (Room 101, ground floor) but bathroom turn radius tight; no automatic doors
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park: Estacionamiento Sucre at Jr. Sucre 250, 3 blocks away, 25 PEN per night (no reservations). No EV charging on site
Tarifas, Impuestos y Depósitos
City / tourist tax: 10 PEN per person per night, applicable to foreign tourists only
Deposit & card hold: 100 PEN advance deposit required to secure booking; at check-in, a 200 PEN hold on a credit or debit card for incidentals
Faith & Dietary cerca de
- Church: Capilla Sagrado Corazón de Jesús (535 m · ~7 min walk)
- Church: Iglesia Adventista Central A (572 m · ~7 min walk)
- Church: Iglesia San José (604 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: Parroquia Cristo el Salvador (783 m · ~10 min walk)
Estilo de vida y recreación local
MegaPlaza Villa El Salvador II — 1.6 km · ~20 min walk
Parque Sector 1 Grupo 17 — 218 m · ~3 min walk
Anfitteatro — 2.3 km · ~29 min walk
MegaFun — 1.6 km · ~20 min walk
5 minutos de radio esenciales
Nearest — 781 m · ~10 min walk
Boticas Tres Angeles — 138 m · ~2 min walk
David y Ateneo — 452 m · ~6 min walk
Parque Industrial — 1.9 km · ~24 min walk
Dinero y moneda
Get a travel card →Peruvian Sol, PEN
Exchange at authorised cambios in Miraflores or downtown Lima; avoid airport and hotel bureaux for poor rates.
Visa/Mastercard widely accepted; contactless common; Amex less so. Cash needed for small shops and markets.
10% at restaurants if service charge not included; round up taxi fare; tip hotel staff 5-10 soles.
Comer, comprar y viajar en un presupuesto
Cheap car hire →Local cafe serving espresso or filter coffee, about 5-7 soles.
Menu del día at a local eatery, around 12-18 soles for a set meal.
Ceviche or a main dish at a casual restaurant, about 20-30 soles.
Anticuchos or picarones from street carts near plazas and markets.
Plaza Vea or Metro supermarkets are common and affordable.
Gamarra market district for budget clothing; street stalls near Avenida 1ro de Mayo.
Combined bus/metro ticket (Lima Pass) about 5 soles per ride; from airport take regular bus (Airport Express Lima) for 8 soles.
Eat lunch at market stalls for big portions low price; use colectivos for short trips; buy bottled water in bulk from supermarkets.
bueno saber — 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 Tostal
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 781 m · ~10 min walk — pharmacy · Boticas Tres Angeles — 138 m · ~2 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 Tostal?
Request a room on the 4th or 5th floor, facing away from Avenida 1ro de Mayo. These mid-floors sit above street-level noise but are below any roof-level equipment or common areas. The internal courtyard side is generally quieter.
Which rooms should I avoid at Tostal?
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor (street noise plus lobby and foot traffic) and any room facing the front of the hotel onto the avenue. Also skip top-floor rooms if there’s a roof terrace or service area – footfall and equipment hum can carry.
Is Tostal noisy?
Avenida 1ro de Mayo carries constant traffic – buses, taxis, mototaxis – especially 6am–10pm. The hotel has no soundproofing luxury; double-glazing is unlikely at this price point. Side-street or rear rooms will be noticeably calmer.
Which rooms have the best views at Tostal?
No real ‘view’ to speak of – Avenida 1ro de Mayo is a busy urban road lined with shops and blocks of flats. Best orientation is onto the internal courtyard for a still, private outlook.
What are insider tips for staying at Tostal?
Ask for a rear-facing room during the booking call – the difference is worth it. If you’re driving, check if they offer free parking in their tiny lot; it’s first-come, first-served and street parking is tight.
What time is check-in at Tostal?
Check-in at Tostal is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Tostal have Wi-Fi?
Free basic Wi-Fi (5 Mbps) with login via room number; premium tier (20 Mbps) available at 15 PEN per 24 hours
Is there a city or tourist tax at Tostal?
10 PEN per person per night, applicable to foreign tourists only
Where can I eat cheaply near Tostal?
Menu del día at a local eatery, around 12-18 soles for a set meal.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Tostal?
Combined bus/metro ticket (Lima Pass) about 5 soles per ride; from airport take regular bus (Airport Express Lima) for 8 soles.
When is the best time to visit Lima?
January, February, March – warm summer, clear skies and beach weather along the Costa Verde, with fewer tourists than the US or European peak seasons.
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.