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Cozy Wasi

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Votre séjour — Cozy Wasi

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La propriété — Cozy Wasi

Stepping into Cozy Wasi, you're in a converted townhouse with dark wood beams, mustard-yellow walls, and a small courtyard where cacti grow. It leans on its name — 'wasi' being Quechua for house — and feels like a quiet, eccentric hostel for adults. There's no gym or restaurant, but the communal kitchen and sunny terrace attract budget-conscious travellers who want a base in Miraflores without the hostel dorm scene.

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Chroniques de Lima

Lima was founded by Francisco Pizarro in 1535 as the City of Kings, becoming the capital of the Spanish Viceroyalty of Peru. Its colonial core — Plaza Mayor, the Cathedral, the Government Palace — still stands, but the city really sprawled in the 20th century, absorbing shantytowns as millions migrated from the Andes. Today Lima is a gritty, vibrant metropolis of ten million, famous for its world-class ceviche, garúa fog, and a culinary scene that draws chefs from Tokyo to Buenos Aires.

Meilleur moment pour visiter

Guide complet de Lima →

Meilleurs mois

November, April, May — spring and autumn give you blue skies, comfortable 21°C highs, and far fewer tourists than January or July.

Peak / Festival surge

January to March is peak season, with summer heat (28°C), high humidity, and school holidays filling hotels. Prices can jump 30-40%, especially in Miraflores; events like the Señor de los Milagros procession in October also spike demand.

La saison des épaules

September and October offer mild weather, thinner crowds, and lower rates — a solid budget window. The garúa (coastal fog) hangs around, but it's dry and cool for walking.

Météo & Emballage

Lima's coastal desert rarely sees rain, but from June to September the garúa mist leaves streets slippery and damp, especially in the mornings. Pack a light waterproof jacket and layers — you'll peel them off by noon under the hazy sun.

Briefing de la ville — Lima

  • The new Lima Metro Line 2 is still under construction between Ate and Callao, so avoid those areas during weekday peak hours; buses and taxis remain more reliable for tourists in Miraflores and Barranco.
  • Several restaurants on the 'World's 50 Best' list have opened casual pop-ups in the Barranco food market near the Bridge of Sighs — a cheaper way to taste the city's top ceviche and nikkei dishes.
  • Peru's political climate can shift quickly; check for strike days on transport routes in advance, and always carry cash as card machines sometimes go offline during short-lived protests.

Your Perfect Room

✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026

Before you check in to Cozy Wasi, here's what to know about choosing the right room.

Best rooms to request

Request a mid-floor room (3rd to 5th floor) on the side facing away from the main avenue. The lift serves 4 floors so these are far enough from ground-floor street noise but still accessible by stairs if the lift is busy.

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Rooms to avoid

Avoid rooms on the 1st floor, especially those near the reception or any internal courtyard where staff and deliveries may cause early-morning noise. Street-facing rooms on floors 1 and 2 will pick up traffic from Avenida (the main road).

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Best views

There are no guaranteed sea or landmark views from a 3-star hotel on a central Lima avenue. Your best bet is a room at the back of the building overlooking a quieter residential street or a small courtyard – sometimes these have a glimpse of the skyline.

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Quietest floors

Floors 3, 4 and 5 are generally quietest for a small hotel with 4 floors – away from street level and lift traffic.

🔊 Noise notes

Street noise from Avenida (likely a busy thoroughfare) will be present on lower floors, especially during Lima's morning and evening rush hours. Some rooms may face a side alley with occasional pedestrian or moto-taxi noise.

Insider tips

1. Check in before 7pm if possible – the small reception can get chaotic, and late arrivals may have to call a mobile number. 2. If you're a light sleeper, bring earplugs – the hotel's age and window seals may not block street noise well, even on quieter floors.

How to request your preferred room:
  1. Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
  2. Add a note in your booking comments field
  3. Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available

Hôtel Facilités — Cozy Wasi

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Wi-Fi

Free for all guests; typically 15 Mbps download, no login or time limit.

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Lift / Elevator

One lift serves all 5 floors; no stairs-only sections.

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Media & Newspapers

Digital PressReader access available at reception code; no printed newspapers.

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Check-in / Check-out

Check-in from 14:00; early bag drop allowed from 10:00 without charge. Late check-out until 13:00 costs PEN 50; after 13:00 billed half daily rate.

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Baggage Storage

Free storage in locked room off lobby; 24-hour access via reception.

Accessibility

Step-free access from street via ramp; lift reaches all floors. No grab bars in standard showers.

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Parking

No on-site parking. Nearest public car park is Estacionamiento Larcomar (150 m east), PEN 15 per night. No EV charging.

Frais, taxes et dépôts

City / tourist tax: None

Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking; PEN 200 incidental hold on credit card at check-in.

Faith & Dietary à proximité

  • 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)

Style de vie et récréation

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Shopping

Plaza Vea El Cortijo — 780 m · ~10 min walk

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Walking & Running

Parque La Familia — 169 m · ~2 min walk

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Museums & Galleries

Museo de Arte Contemporaneo de Lima — 426 m · ~5 min walk

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Theatres & Concerts

Mocha Graña — 657 m · ~8 min walk

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Kids & Family

Coney Park — 1.6 km · ~19 min walk

5 minutes de radios essentielles

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Nearest ATM

Nearest — 868 m · ~11 min walk

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Nearest Pharmacy

Boticas Republica — 594 m · ~7 min walk

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Convenience Store

Minimarket Carrion — 129 m · ~2 min walk

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Nearest Transit

Estación Balta — 556 m · ~7 min walk

Monnaie & Monnaie

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Local currency

Peruvian Sol, PEN

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Where to exchange

Use ATMs in Miraflores or San Isidro for the best rates; avoid airport exchange bureaux and tourist-area cambio shops that give poor rates.

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Cards & contactless

Cards accepted in most shops, restaurants, and hotels in Lima; contactless works well; mobile pay less common. Cash needed for small purchases and street food.

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Tipping etiquette

Restaurants: 10% expected if service charge not included. Taxis: round up or give 1-2 soles. Hotels: 1 sol per bag for porters, 2-3 soles per day for housekeeping.

Manger, faire du shopping et voyager sur un budget

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Cheap coffee

A simple espresso or filter coffee from a bakery or market stall: 3-4 soles.

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Best-value lunch

Menú del día at a local cebichería or pollería: 10-15 soles, includes starter, main, and drink.

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Affordable dinner

Main course at a casual chifa (Chinese-Peruvian) or anticucho stall: 12-19 soles.

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Street food & cheap eats

Calle de las Pizzas in Miraflores or food carts near Plaza San Martín for anticuchos, empanadas, and tamales; cheap and filling.

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Budget groceries

Tottus or Plaza Vea are common supermarket chains in Lima; Metro also widespread.

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Affordable clothes

Polvos Azules market in La Victoria for cheap clothes; also stands at Gamarra (fabric district) for basics.

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Cheapest way around

Combis (shared vans) or the Metropolitano bus system (single ride ~2.50 soles); from airport, take regular bus (not special) to central Miraflores for ~1 sol.

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Money-saving tips

1. Eat at local markets or menú del día spots for lunch, not tourist traps. 2. Use Metropolitano or combis instead of taxis for longer trips. 3. Buy water in bulk at supermarkets, not convenience stores.

Bon à savoir — Lima

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Plugs & power

Type A/C · 220V

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Tap water

not safe — drink bottled

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Currency

$1 ≈ PEN 3.4 · PEN

Emergency Contacts

Lima
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Police
105
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Ambulance / Medical
106
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Fire Department
116

Dial 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

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La Orejita barbecue
££
🚶 3 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Barzela Local
££
🚶 6 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
3
El Bolivarcito Local
££
🚶 9 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
4
Union Central Lima Local
££
🚶 12 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
5
Cosmos Local
££
🚶 15 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Norky's peruvian
££
🚶 18 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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La Casona Café Restaurant Local
££
🚶 21 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Cevicheria La Bahia Secreta Local
££
🚶 24 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome

💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Lima, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.

Your arrival at Cozy Wasi

🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.

🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 868 m · ~11 min walkpharmacy · Boticas Republica — 594 m · ~7 min walk

🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →

S’entourer

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Metropolitano Bus 3.50 PEN (approx. £0.70) per ride with rechargeable card

Central Lima (Estacion Central) → Hotel Bahia (Angamos stop, Miraflores)

25 min · every 3-5 minutes (peak), every 10-15 minutes (off-peak) · 5:00 AM to 11:00 PM (Mon-Sat), 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM (Sun)

💡 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.

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Airport Express Lima 35 PEN (approx. £7) one-way

Jorge Chávez International Airport (LIM) → Hotel Bahia (Miraflores, Larco Mar stop)

50 min · every 30 minutes · 5:00 AM to 11:00 PM

💡 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.

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Uber/Cabify 45-70 PEN (approx. £9-14) depending on surge

Jorge Chávez International Airport (LIM) → Hotel Bahia (Miraflores)

40 min · on demand · 24/7

💡 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.

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Official Airport Taxi (Green Taxi) 60-80 PEN (approx. £12-16)

Jorge Chávez International Airport (LIM) → Hotel Bahia (Miraflores)

40 min · on demand · 24/7

💡 Pre-pay at the official booth inside arrivals. Ignore touts outside; they charge more and are less safe.

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Questions fréquemment posées

What are the best rooms at Cozy Wasi?

Request a mid-floor room (3rd to 5th floor) on the side facing away from the main avenue. The lift serves 4 floors so these are far enough from ground-floor street noise but still accessible by stairs if the lift is busy.

Which rooms should I avoid at Cozy Wasi?

Avoid rooms on the 1st floor, especially those near the reception or any internal courtyard where staff and deliveries may cause early-morning noise. Street-facing rooms on floors 1 and 2 will pick up traffic from Avenida (the main road).

Is Cozy Wasi noisy?

Street noise from Avenida (likely a busy thoroughfare) will be present on lower floors, especially during Lima's morning and evening rush hours. Some rooms may face a side alley with occasional pedestrian or moto-taxi noise.

Which rooms have the best views at Cozy Wasi?

There are no guaranteed sea or landmark views from a 3-star hotel on a central Lima avenue. Your best bet is a room at the back of the building overlooking a quieter residential street or a small courtyard – sometimes these have a glimpse of the skyline.

What are insider tips for staying at Cozy Wasi?

1. Check in before 7pm if possible – the small reception can get chaotic, and late arrivals may have to call a mobile number. 2. If you're a light sleeper, bring earplugs – the hotel's age and window seals may not block street noise well, even on quieter floors.

What time is check-in at Cozy Wasi?

Check-in at Cozy Wasi is from null. Check-out is by null.

Does Cozy Wasi have Wi-Fi?

Free for all guests; typically 15 Mbps download, no login or time limit.

Is there a city or tourist tax at Cozy Wasi?

None

Where can I eat cheaply near Cozy Wasi?

Menú del día at a local cebichería or pollería: 10-15 soles, includes starter, main, and drink.

What is the cheapest way to get around from Cozy Wasi?

Combis (shared vans) or the Metropolitano bus system (single ride ~2.50 soles); from airport, take regular bus (not special) to central Miraflores for ~1 sol.

When is the best time to visit Lima?

November, April, May — spring and autumn give you blue skies, comfortable 21°C highs, and far fewer tourists than January or July.

Principales attractions à Lima

Plaza de Armas (Plaza Mayor) Free

💡 Guards change at the Government Palace at noon most days—arrive early for a clear spot.

Parque del Amor Free

💡 Go just before sunset to see paragliders land on the grass below—best photos come from the far end of the park.

Cathedral of Lima

💡 Skip the overpriced guided tour; the self-guided route covers the key chapels and crypt.

Huaca Pucllana

💡 Visit for the evening tour (6 PM) when the weather is cooler and lights highlight the adobe patterns.

Museo de la Nación

💡 The fourth floor has a stunning collection of Andean weavings, often overlooked by visitors.

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  • Weather — Open-Meteo 14-day forecast (open-source, no API key)
  • Transport & dining — OpenStreetMap Overpass API + AI editorial
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