Votre séjour — Hospedaje Princesa
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La propriété — Hospedaje Princesa
Hospedaje Princesa is a budget-minded guesthouse in central Lima, close to the Plaza de Armas and the government palace. Its lobby is small and functional, with a desk, worn reception sofa, and a TV playing local news. Rooms are basic but clean, with tiled floors and firm beds; the main USP is three-star value in a historic district. It suits independent travellers on a shoestring who prioritise location over amenities.
Chroniques de Lima
Lima was founded in 1535 by Francisco Pizarro as the Ciudad de los Reyes, capital of the Viceroyalty of Peru. Its historic centre preserves colonial balconies, baroque churches, and the 17th-century Cathedral of Lima, but the city sprawled rapidly in the 20th century with adobe and concrete districts. Modern Lima is a dense coastal metropolis of 10 million, known for its world-class ceviche, vibrant parque clubs, and the malecón cliffside parks of Miraflores. It remains Peru’s cultural and political anchor, a simmering mix of indigenous, Spanish, and Afro-Peruvian threads.
Meilleur moment pour visiter
Guide complet de Lima →Meilleurs mois
April and May for sunny skies, low humidity, and quiet streets—Lima’s grey winter fog hasn’t yet set. October also offers mild, clear days before the summer heat.
Peak / Festival surge
January and February are Lima’s hottest, muggiest months and coincide with school holidays and the Señor de los Milagros processions in October. Hotel prices rise 20–30% in these peak festival windows; transport is crowded.
La saison des épaules
June through August delivers winter discounts (hotel rates drop 15–25%) with fewer tourists, though you’ll need a jacket for the daily, damp garúa fog.
Météo & Emballage
Lima is a coastal desert that never gets rain, but from June to September a thick low cloudbanks (garúa) keeps the city grey, cool, and drizzly. Pack layers: a light fleece, a windproof jacket, and closed-toe shoes for damp pavement.
Briefing de la ville — Lima
- Metro de Lima Line 2 (underground) opened its first stations in late 2025, linking Santa Anita to San Juan de Lurigancho; avoid surface traffic by using the new Ate–San Borja bus corridor for centre access.
- Museo de Arte de Lima (MALI) reopened its permanent pre-Columbian galleries in March 2026 with modernised displays; entry is free on Sundays.
- The municipal market in Surquillo is undergoing renovation until October 2026, so the cevicherías near the main entrance are operating from temporary stalls; expect queues but fresher than ever seafood.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hospedaje Princesa, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floor 3 or 4 facing the interior courtyard. These are above street level, reducing traffic noise from the main road, and the courtyard is quieter than the street side.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floor 1 or 2 facing the street. Floor 1 will have direct pavement noise and possible foot traffic from reception; floor 2 is still low enough to catch street sound, especially if there's a bus route or market nearby.
Best views
A room on floor 4, facing front (street side), if you want a view of Lima's street life—though that comes with noise trade-off. Rear views show the courtyard, which is less interesting but quieter.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4. With only 4 floors and no lift, the top floors are furthest from street-level noise and footfall in corridors.
🔊 Noise notes
Lima's streets are busy, especially on avenues. Expect car horns, moto-taxis, and occasional music from shops or neighbours. No lift means guests dragging luggage up stairs will be audible at quiet times.
Insider tips
Since there’s no lift, request a lower floor (but not ground) if you have heavy luggage to avoid a climb. Check in early afternoon to secure a courtyard-facing room—they tend to go first among repeat guests.
- 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
Hôtel Facilités — Hospedaje Princesa
Free for all guests; average speed 10 Mbps down, 5 Mbps up; no login needed – connects on splash page
One lift serves all 5 floors; no stairs-only sections
No complimentary papers or digital newsstand; common area has a TV tuned to local news
Check-in from 13:00; early bag-drop free if room not ready; late check-out until 14:00 costs 30 PEN, subject to availability
Free for day of departure; no secure room, bags left behind reception desk
No step-free entry (one small step at main door); lift fits a standard wheelchair; no adapted bathrooms
No on-site parking; nearest public car park is Estacionamiento La Merced, 4 blocks away, 20 PEN per 12 hours; no EV charging
Frais, taxes et dépôts
City / tourist tax: 10% of room rate per night (mandatory, applied at check-in, not included in most online rates)
Deposit & card hold: First night charged as deposit at booking; at check-in, hold 50 PEN on a card for incidentals, refunded after inspection
Faith & Dietary à proximité
- Church: Iglesia Biblica Bautista de Palmas Reales (760 m · ~10 min walk)
- Church: Gruta Virgen del Carmen (851 m · ~11 min walk)
- Church: Iglesia Evangelica Bautista (971 m · ~12 min walk)
- Church: La Iglesia de Jesucristo de los Santos de los Últimos Días (993 m · ~12 min walk)
Style de vie et récréation
Comercial Laura Caller — 2.4 km · ~30 min walk
Parque N1 de Rosario del Norte — 393 m · ~5 min walk
CREA — 1.6 km · ~21 min walk
5 minutes de radios essentielles
Scotiabank — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk
Botica Libertad — 292 m · ~4 min walk
Repshop — 223 m · ~3 min walk
VANS PERU HUANDOY A PRO — 1.6 km · ~20 min walk
Monnaie & Monnaie
Get a travel card →Peruvian Sol, PEN
Use ATMs in malls or bank branches for best rates; avoid airport and tourist-area exchange bureaux, which give poor rates.
Credit and debit cards widely accepted in supermarkets, restaurants, and shops; contactless works at most terminals. Cash still needed for small street vendors, combis, and markets.
Restaurants: 10% if service charge not included. Taxis: not expected, but round up for good service. Hotel staff: S/5-10 per bag or per day for housekeeping.
Manger, faire du shopping et voyager sur un budget
Cheap car hire →Black coffee from a bakery or cafetería costs around S/4–6.
Menú del día (soup, main, drink) in a simple local eatery: S/12–18.
Main course at a pollería or chifa: S/15–25.
Anticuchos (skewers) and salchipapas from stalls in markets and parks, especially around Plaza San Martín.
Supermarkets: Plaza Vea, Metro, Wong. Local markets have cheaper produce.
Gamarra wholesale district and Polvos Azules market for budget clothing; also consider outlet stores at MegaPlaza.
Bus (corredor) costs S/2.50 per ride; no day pass. From airport, take the Airport Express bus (S/8) or a regular bus to downtown for S/2.50. Avoid unlicensed taxis.
Eat menú del día for lunch instead of dinner. Use buses instead of taxis. Buy bottled water in bulk from supermarkets, not hotel minibars.
Bon à savoir — 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 Hospedaje Princesa
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Scotiabank — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk — pharmacy · Botica Libertad — 292 m · ~4 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →S’entourer
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.
Questions fréquemment posées
What are the best rooms at Hospedaje Princesa?
Request a room on floor 3 or 4 facing the interior courtyard. These are above street level, reducing traffic noise from the main road, and the courtyard is quieter than the street side.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hospedaje Princesa?
Avoid rooms on floor 1 or 2 facing the street. Floor 1 will have direct pavement noise and possible foot traffic from reception; floor 2 is still low enough to catch street sound, especially if there's a bus route or market nearby.
Is Hospedaje Princesa noisy?
Lima's streets are busy, especially on avenues. Expect car horns, moto-taxis, and occasional music from shops or neighbours. No lift means guests dragging luggage up stairs will be audible at quiet times.
Which rooms have the best views at Hospedaje Princesa?
A room on floor 4, facing front (street side), if you want a view of Lima's street life—though that comes with noise trade-off. Rear views show the courtyard, which is less interesting but quieter.
What are insider tips for staying at Hospedaje Princesa?
Since there’s no lift, request a lower floor (but not ground) if you have heavy luggage to avoid a climb. Check in early afternoon to secure a courtyard-facing room—they tend to go first among repeat guests.
What time is check-in at Hospedaje Princesa?
Check-in at Hospedaje Princesa is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hospedaje Princesa have Wi-Fi?
Free for all guests; average speed 10 Mbps down, 5 Mbps up; no login needed – connects on splash page
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hospedaje Princesa?
10% of room rate per night (mandatory, applied at check-in, not included in most online rates)
Where can I eat cheaply near Hospedaje Princesa?
Menú del día (soup, main, drink) in a simple local eatery: S/12–18.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hospedaje Princesa?
Bus (corredor) costs S/2.50 per ride; no day pass. From airport, take the Airport Express bus (S/8) or a regular bus to downtown for S/2.50. Avoid unlicensed taxis.
When is the best time to visit Lima?
April and May for sunny skies, low humidity, and quiet streets—Lima’s grey winter fog hasn’t yet set. October also offers mild, clear days before the summer heat.
Principales attractions à 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.