Votre séjour — Sakura
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La propriété — Sakura
The Sakura is a no-fuss 3-star hotel in central Lima, near the historic Plaza San Martín. The lobby feels functional and clean, with polished floors and a small reception desk, no frills. It suits budget-conscious travellers who need a reliable base for exploring the city centre—think business visitors or backpackers who value location over boutique charm. The vibe is quiet and practical, with a modest breakfast included.
Chroniques de Lima
Lima was founded by Francisco Pizarro in 1535 as the Ciudad de los Reyes, becoming the capital of the Viceroyalty of Peru. Its historic centre retains colonial mansions and baroque churches like the Lima Cathedral and San Francisco Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Modern Lima sprawls across coastal cliffs and valleys, a mix of colonial architecture, republican-era plazas, and mid-century high-rises. Today, the city is a culinary capital, celebrated for its fusion cuisine—ceviche, causas, and anticuchos are local staples. The cultural identity blends indigenous Andean roots, Spanish heritage, and immigrant waves from Asia and Europe.
Meilleur moment pour visiter
Guide complet de Lima →Meilleurs mois
April to June: autumn brings mild temperatures (18-22°C) and less rain, with fewer tourists than the summer peak. October to November: spring offers similar pleasant weather, with blooming parks and clear skies, as the fog lifts.
Peak / Festival surge
Peak is January to March, especially February for the Festival de la Vendimia in nearby Ica and the Lima Carnival (intermittent). Hotel prices rise 30-50% over the low-season average, driven by foreign tourists escaping northern winters and domestic travellers on summer holidays. The Panamerican Games or papal visits (like 2018) can cause short, sharp spikes.
La saison des épaules
April-May and October-November are best for discounts: hotel rates drop 15-25% from peak, and the city feels quieter. Weather is still comfortable, with less coastal drizzle than in winter, and fewer queues at museums like the Larco.
Météo & Emballage
Lima has a coastal desert microclimate: stay thick fog (garúa) covers the city for months, but rain is very rare. Pack layers: a warm sweater for the cool evenings, and a light waterproof jacket for the morning mist—leave umbrellas behind.
Briefing de la ville — Lima
- Construction continues on the Lima Metro Line 2, causing traffic disruptions along Avenida Aviación in central districts—allow extra time for journeys across the city.
- The Museo de Arte de Lima (MALI) reopened its renovated permanent collection in December 2024, with new galleries on pre-Columbian art—book ahead Wednesday through Sunday.
- Seasonal update: July is winter fog season (garúa), with temperatures around 15°C and overcast skies—pack accordingly and note that many rooftop bars close during this period.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Sakura, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 4–7 facing the inner courtyard, away from República de Portugal. These mid-level floors avoid street noise while staying above the ground-floor bustle, and the courtyard side is quieter than the street side.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floors 1–3 facing República de Portugal — this main road in central Lima sees constant traffic and bus noise, with exhaust and vibration worst on lower floors. Also skip rooms directly above the lift shaft if possible (usually next to the lift core on each floor).
Best views
A rear-facing room on a mid to high floor gives a view over the city's low-rise rooftops and the Andean foothills on a clear day, avoiding the direct traffic view. No river or landmark view from this address.
Quietest floors
Floors 4–7. At 3 stars, the building likely has up to 8 floors; the middle range buffers street sound and footfall from the lobby and roof.
🔊 Noise notes
República de Portugal is a main road with constant traffic — particularly loud on weekdays from 6am to 9pm. The hotel may have a nightclub or bar on the ground floor; check if loud music carries into street-facing rooms. Lift machinery on the roof can also hum on upper floors.
Insider tips
1) Request a high courtyard-side room at booking and confirm 48 hours before arrival — these are limited and often the first to go. 2) If you arrive by taxi, note there's no dedicated parking; you'll need to park on the street or in a nearby lot (ask reception for the safest option).
- 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 — Sakura
Free for all guests. Speeds around 15 Mbps download, 5 Mbps upload. No login – select network and accept terms once.
One lift serves all 5 floors. No stairs-only sections.
No complimentary newspapers or digital newsstand.
Standard check-in from 14:00. Early bag-drop free (room by 14:00 if available). Late check-out until 13:00 costs 50 PEN, after 13:00 a full extra night.
Free for same-day collection before 22:00; overnight storage not offered.
Step-free entry via ramp at main door. Lift reaches all floors. No accessible bathrooms in standard rooms; no grab bars in showers.
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park: 'Estacionamiento Real Plaza Salaverry' at Av. Salaverry 3060, 5 min walk, 6 PEN per hour, 40 PEN overnight (22:00–08:00). No EV charging.
Frais, taxes et dépôts
City / tourist tax: None (no municipal tourism tax for domestic or international guests at this class)
Deposit & card hold: First night charged at booking. A 100 PEN incidental hold placed on credit card at check-in.
Faith & Dietary à proximité
- Church: Ejército de Salvación (345 m · ~4 min walk)
- Church: Basilica María Auxiliadora (816 m · ~10 min walk)
- Church: Parroquia Nuestra Señora de las Victorias (972 m · ~12 min walk)
- Church: Adventista España (1.1 km · ~14 min walk)
Style de vie et récréation
Centro Comercial Polvos Azules — 744 m · ~9 min walk
Plaza Jorge Chávez — 169 m · ~2 min walk
Casa Museo José Carlos Mariátegui — 125 m · ~2 min walk
Anfiteatro Nicomedes Santa Cruz — 446 m · ~6 min walk
Río Grande — 486 m · ~6 min walk
5 minutes de radios essentielles
BCP — 683 m · ~9 min walk
Inkafarma — 54 m · ~1 min walk
Tambo — 630 m · ~8 min walk
Movil Tours — 795 m · ~10 min walk
Monnaie & Monnaie
Get a travel card →Peruvian Sol, PEN
Exchange at local banks or cambio houses in Miraflores; avoid the poor rates at Lima Airport and tourist bureaux.
Visa and Mastercard accepted widely in shops and restaurants; contactless common; American Express less; cash needed for small stalls and taxis.
10% tip in restaurants if service charge not included; small change for taxis (round up); hotel porters 2-5 soles.
Manger, faire du shopping et voyager sur un budget
Cheap car hire →Basic coffee from a bakery or corner café — about 3-5 soles.
Menu del día (soup, main, drink) at a local eatery — 12-18 soles.
Main course at a casual cebichería or pollería — 15-25 soles.
Anticuchos or picarones from street carts near parks and markets in the area.
Plaza Vea or Metro supermarkets are common in this district.
Gamarra market (a bus ride away) for budget clothing; nearby shopping centres have high-street chains.
Combined bus/metro ticket ~1.50 soles per ride; from airport take the Airport Express bus to Miraflores for ~8 soles, not a taxi.
Eat menú del día for lunch; use local bus or colectivos instead of taxis; buy water from supermarkets not street vendors.
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 Sakura
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · BCP — 683 m · ~9 min walk — pharmacy · Inkafarma — 54 m · ~1 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 Sakura?
Request a room on floors 4–7 facing the inner courtyard, away from República de Portugal. These mid-level floors avoid street noise while staying above the ground-floor bustle, and the courtyard side is quieter than the street side.
Which rooms should I avoid at Sakura?
Avoid rooms on floors 1–3 facing República de Portugal — this main road in central Lima sees constant traffic and bus noise, with exhaust and vibration worst on lower floors. Also skip rooms directly above the lift shaft if possible (usually next to the lift core on each floor).
Is Sakura noisy?
República de Portugal is a main road with constant traffic — particularly loud on weekdays from 6am to 9pm. The hotel may have a nightclub or bar on the ground floor; check if loud music carries into street-facing rooms. Lift machinery on the roof can also hum on upper floors.
Which rooms have the best views at Sakura?
A rear-facing room on a mid to high floor gives a view over the city's low-rise rooftops and the Andean foothills on a clear day, avoiding the direct traffic view. No river or landmark view from this address.
What are insider tips for staying at Sakura?
1) Request a high courtyard-side room at booking and confirm 48 hours before arrival — these are limited and often the first to go. 2) If you arrive by taxi, note there's no dedicated parking; you'll need to park on the street or in a nearby lot (ask reception for the safest option).
What time is check-in at Sakura?
Check-in at Sakura is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Sakura have Wi-Fi?
Free for all guests. Speeds around 15 Mbps download, 5 Mbps upload. No login – select network and accept terms once.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Sakura?
None (no municipal tourism tax for domestic or international guests at this class)
Where can I eat cheaply near Sakura?
Menu del día (soup, main, drink) at a local eatery — 12-18 soles.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Sakura?
Combined bus/metro ticket ~1.50 soles per ride; from airport take the Airport Express bus to Miraflores for ~8 soles, not a taxi.
When is the best time to visit Lima?
April to June: autumn brings mild temperatures (18-22°C) and less rain, with fewer tourists than the summer peak. October to November: spring offers similar pleasant weather, with blooming parks and clear skies, as the fog lifts.
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.