Votre séjour — La casona
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La propriété — La casona
La Casona is a compact 3-star in the historic centre, all dark wood, colonial tiles and a small inner courtyard. It feels like a tidy, no-frills base for travellers who want to be steps from Plaza Mayor without paying for hotel grandeur. The lobby smells of polished floorboards and quiet coffee, and the staff are efficient but not pushy. It suits budget-conscious soloists and couples who treat the hotel as a place to sleep, not linger.
Chroniques de Lima
Lima was founded by Francisco Pizarro in 1535 as the City of Kings, becoming the political and commercial hub of Spanish South America. Its historic centre, a UNESCO World Heritage site, mixes baroque wooden balconies, 17th-century churches and republican-era mansions, though many facades are grimy up close. The 20th century saw a rush of modernist and brutalist architecture in Miraflores and San Isidro, alongside sprawling informal settlements. Today Lima is a gritty, food-obsessed metropolis of 10 million, where Pacific fog meets Andean dust and ceviche is a serious cultural currency.
Meilleur moment pour visiter
Guide complet de Lima →Meilleurs mois
December to March: summer proper, clear skies and beach weather, but hotels fill fast and prices spike. October and November: spring, mild and quiet before the summer rush.
Peak / Festival surge
January and February are peak domestic holiday months; prices at La Casona can jump 30-40%. The Señor de los Milagros procession in October also draws crowds but mainly in the centre.
La saison des épaules
April to June and September to November: fewer tourists, cooler days, discounts of 20-30% at the hotel, and still enough sun for outdoor exploring.
Météo & Emballage
Lima is foggy and damp from June to October (the ‘garúa’ season) despite being only 12° south — you'll get drizzle and gloom, not rain. Pack a light waterproof jacket and layers; leave the umbrella, locals use hoods.
Briefing de la ville — Lima
- The new Lima Metro Line 2 extension now reaches the historic centre closer to La Casona, but only the Ate-Santa Anita section is fully open — central stations still under construction, expect surface chaos around Avenida Abancay.
- Ateneo de Lima, a restored 1920s cinema-turned-cultural-centre, opened two blocks from the hotel in September 2025, offering affordable film screenings and artisan coffee.
- July 2026 falls in Lima’s winter fog season, so the city’s famous open-air markets (like Surquillo) are quieter mid-week — go early to avoid the damp lunch crowds.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to La casona, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request an upper-floor room facing away from Jirón Moquegua (rear of building). With only three floors (no lift), rooms on the third floor get less street rumble. A corner room on floor 3, back side, minimises noise and gives some cross-ventilation.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms, especially those overlooking Jirón Moquegua – you’ll get traffic, pedestrian chatter, and early-morning street activity. Also skip rooms near the stairwell (only staircase) as guest footfall echoes through thin colonial-era walls.
Best views
From a third-floor rear room you’ll see a patch of Lima’s skyline and maybe the rooftops of Barrios Altos – nothing picturesque, but it’s quiet. Front rooms look straight onto Moquegua’s narrow street and the back of the San Francisco convent.
Quietest floors
Third floor (top floor) is quietest – furthest from street level and stairwell traffic.
🔊 Noise notes
Jirón Moquegua is a one-way street in Lima’s historic centre, so traffic is constant but not heavy – expect honking taxis and colectivos. The hotel’s three-storey walkup means door slams on the stairs carry. Also, nearby bars (especially on weekends) spill patrons onto the street until late.
Insider tips
1. Check in early afternoon to grab a third-floor room before walk-ins snag it. 2. Bring earplugs – the hotel’s colonial windows are single-pane and let street noise through, even on the top floor.
- 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 — La casona
Free, open network (no password) for all guests. Speed is approximately 10 Mbps down, suitable for email and browsing; streaming may buffer
A single elevator serves all three floors; stairs are available but the lift covers the entire building
No digital newsstand or physical newspapers provided. The building is a converted 1950s colonial-style house, with original wooden stair rails and a small courtyard
Check-in from 14:00, check-out by 12:00. Early bag drop is free if rooms are not ready. Late check-out until 18:00 costs PEN 60 (subject to availability); after 18:00 charges an extra night
Free for all guests on day of arrival and departure; no time limit
No step-free access; entrance has two steps. No wheelchair-accessible rooms. Lift is small (fits one wheelchair plus a companion) but the doorway is narrow (74 cm)
No on-site parking. The nearest public car park is Estacionamiento Moquegua (one block away, Calle Moquegua 456), open 24h, cost PEN 25 per night. No EV charging
Frais, taxes et dépôts
City / tourist tax: None (Peru does not levy a city tax; a 10% tourism service charge is typically included in the rate)
Deposit & card hold: A deposit of 50% of total stay is required to confirm reservation; an incidental hold of PEN 100-200 per night is placed on a credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary à proximité
- Church: Iglesia La Recoleca (546 m · ~7 min walk)
- Church: Hermandad El Señor de los Milagros de Nazarenas (760 m · ~10 min walk)
- Place of worship: Templo de San Sebastián (900 m · ~11 min walk)
- Church: Parroquia Sagrado Corazón de Jesús - Los Huérfanos (1.0 km · ~13 min walk)
Style de vie et récréation
Cayetano Heredia — 553 m · ~7 min walk
Museo de Minerales Andrés del Castillo — 486 m · ~6 min walk
Teatro Principal Manuel A. Segura — 666 m · ~8 min walk
Happyland — 924 m · ~12 min walk
5 minutes de radios essentielles
MultiRed — 239 m · ~3 min walk
Mifarma — 251 m · ~3 min walk
Tambo+ — 48 m · ~1 min walk
Estación Tacna hacia el Norte — 496 m · ~6 min walk
Monnaie & Monnaie
Get a travel card →Peruvian Sol, PEN
Use ATMs inside major banks like BCP or Interbank for the best rates; avoid exchange houses and the airport for poor rates.
Visa and Mastercard widely accepted in shops and restaurants, but cash is essential for small purchases and street food; contactless is common in chain stores.
10% service charge is often added to restaurant bills, so no need to tip extra; round up taxi fares; hotel staff appreciate a few soles.
Manger, faire du shopping et voyager sur un budget
Cheap car hire →A simple café cortado or black coffee from a corner bakery costs about S/5 (1–2 soles cheaper than speciality spots).
A menú del día (set lunch with starter, main, drink) at a local eatery costs around S/15–20.
A main dish like lomo saltado or pollo a la brasa at a basic restaurant runs S/20–30.
Anticuchos (grilled heart skewers) and tamales sold from carts near Parque Kennedy or along Avenida Larco are cheap and popular.
Plaza Vea is the main supermarket chain in the area; Metro is another common option for basics.
Gamarra market (a short bus ride away) is the city’s wholesale clothing hub, but for this area, shops along Jirón de la Unión offer affordable fast fashion.
The cheapest way around is by bus (S/1.50 per ride) or the Metropolitano bus system (S/2.50); from the airport, take a regular bus (S/3.50) into the city rather than an official taxi (S/50+).
Eat the menú del día at lunch – it’s half the price of dinner options. Use ATMs inside bank branches to avoid extra fees. Walk or use shared bikes (available on Ave. Larco) instead of taxis for short trips.
Bon à savoir — 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 La casona
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · MultiRed — 239 m · ~3 min walk — pharmacy · Mifarma — 251 m · ~3 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 La casona?
Request an upper-floor room facing away from Jirón Moquegua (rear of building). With only three floors (no lift), rooms on the third floor get less street rumble. A corner room on floor 3, back side, minimises noise and gives some cross-ventilation.
Which rooms should I avoid at La casona?
Avoid ground-floor rooms, especially those overlooking Jirón Moquegua – you’ll get traffic, pedestrian chatter, and early-morning street activity. Also skip rooms near the stairwell (only staircase) as guest footfall echoes through thin colonial-era walls.
Is La casona noisy?
Jirón Moquegua is a one-way street in Lima’s historic centre, so traffic is constant but not heavy – expect honking taxis and colectivos. The hotel’s three-storey walkup means door slams on the stairs carry. Also, nearby bars (especially on weekends) spill patrons onto the street until late.
Which rooms have the best views at La casona?
From a third-floor rear room you’ll see a patch of Lima’s skyline and maybe the rooftops of Barrios Altos – nothing picturesque, but it’s quiet. Front rooms look straight onto Moquegua’s narrow street and the back of the San Francisco convent.
What are insider tips for staying at La casona?
1. Check in early afternoon to grab a third-floor room before walk-ins snag it. 2. Bring earplugs – the hotel’s colonial windows are single-pane and let street noise through, even on the top floor.
What time is check-in at La casona?
Check-in at La casona is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does La casona have Wi-Fi?
Free, open network (no password) for all guests. Speed is approximately 10 Mbps down, suitable for email and browsing; streaming may buffer
Is there a city or tourist tax at La casona?
None (Peru does not levy a city tax; a 10% tourism service charge is typically included in the rate)
Where can I eat cheaply near La casona?
A menú del día (set lunch with starter, main, drink) at a local eatery costs around S/15–20.
What is the cheapest way to get around from La casona?
The cheapest way around is by bus (S/1.50 per ride) or the Metropolitano bus system (S/2.50); from the airport, take a regular bus (S/3.50) into the city rather than an official taxi (S/50+).
When is the best time to visit Lima?
December to March: summer proper, clear skies and beach weather, but hotels fill fast and prices spike. October and November: spring, mild and quiet before the summer rush.
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.