Your stay — Edificio Los Olivos
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The Property — Edificio Los Olivos
A functional, no-frills 3-star on a main commercial avenue in central Huacho. The lobby feels like a clean bus station waiting room – practical tiles, a reception desk that doubles as a corner shop, and a faint smell of bleach. Room 204 overlooks the noisy street; the higher rooms are quieter. The USP is location: a five-minute walk to the Plaza de Armas and ten to the port. It suits budget travellers who want a clean bed and don't need a restaurant or pool.
Chronicles of Huacho
Huacho was officially founded in 1571 by Spanish colonists as a farming settlement and became a key port for trade between Lima and northern Peru. The city's colonial core, rebuilt after an earthquake in 1746, retains low-rise adobe and brick buildings, with a neo-classical cathedral – built in 1892 – anchoring the Plaza de Armas. In the 20th century it grew as a transport hub for the Huaura valley's cotton and sugar industries. Today, Huacho's identity is that of a mid-size provincial capital: busy, practical, and a base for visiting the nearby Lomas de Lachay reserve or the Humbolt penguin colony at the Paracas National Reserve.
Best Time to Visit
Full Huacho guide →Best months
June to August: dry, sunny days (20–25°C), clear skies, and very low rainfall. Crowds are moderate as it's winter in Peru’s high season for coastal travel, but Huacho is not a tourist hub.
Peak / festival surge
January and February are the busiest months: southern summer, school holidays, and the festival of the Señor de los Milagros (a week of processions in Huacho in late February). Hotel prices double, and advance booking is essential. The city's seafront and beach clubs fill up.
Budget shoulder season
March and April offer the best value: still dry and warm (22–26°C) but with fewer families, and room rates drop by 30–40%.
Weather & packing
June in Huacho is winter, but the sun is strong: daytime temperatures hit 24°C and the UV index is high. Pack a light jumper for evenings (drop to 16°C) and a high-SPF sunscreen.
Live City Briefing — Huacho
- The Huacho–Lima bus terminal moved in March 2026 to a new site 4km south of the centre; check your operator's drop-off point.
- A new craft brewery opened in June 2026 on Calle Grau near the plaza; offers local pisco tastings on weekends.
- The annual Feria de la Humanidad (cultural fair) runs 10–15 July 2026 in the Plaza de Armas, with handicrafts and live music – worth timing a visit.
Hotel Facilities — Edificio Los Olivos
Free Wi-Fi is provided throughout the hotel. Speed is adequate for browsing and email but not for streaming. No login or password required.
A single lift serves all three guest floors. No stairs-only sections.
No complimentary newspapers or digital newsstand. The lobby has a small book exchange shelf.
Check-in from 14:00; early bag drop available from 10:00. Late check-out until 13:00 costs 50 PEN; after 13:00, charged as a full night.
Free baggage storage is available at reception for both pre-check-in and post-check-out.
The main entrance has a single step (approx 15 cm). No wheelchair ramp. Lift is standard size. No accessible rooms or adapted bathrooms.
On-site parking for 10 cars is available, free of charge. No EV charging. Nearest public car park is 500 m away at the Plaza de Armas (5 PEN per hour, 30 PEN overnight).
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: A deposit equivalent to one night's stay is required at booking. At check-in, an incidental hold of 100 PEN is placed on a credit or debit card.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Emmanuel · Huacho (625 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: Iglesia Evangelica Peruana (749 m · ~9 min walk)
- Place of worship: Jesúss Divino Maestro (849 m · ~11 min walk)
- Church: Iglesia Evangelica Pentecostés del Peru (1.1 km · ~14 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Mall Plaza del Sol — 1.7 km · ~22 min walk
Plaza Víctor Raúl Haya de la Torre — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk
Museo Arqueológico Regional — 1.7 km · ~21 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 1.9 km · ~24 min walk
Mifarma — 969 m · ~12 min walk
Bodega - Panamericana "Paola" — 479 m · ~6 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Peruvian Sol, PEN
Use bank ATMs in central Huacho for best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at airports and tourist spots which give poor rates.
Credit/debit cards accepted in larger shops and hotels; cash is king in markets, small eateries, and for local transport.
Rounding up the bill is common in restaurants (5-10% if service good). Taxis don't expect tips; hotel porters might get 1-2 soles.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A basic café con leche from a local bakery or corner vendor costs around 3-5 soles.
A menú (set lunch) with soup, main, and drink in a local diner is 10-15 soles.
A main dish like pollo a la brasa or lomo saltado at a simple restaurant is 15-20 soles.
Anticuchos (grilled skewers), salchipapas, and churros sold in plazas and street stalls near the market are cheap eats.
Plaza Vea and Metro are the main budget supermarket chains in Huacho.
The central market and small clothing stalls on Calle San Martín offer affordable apparel.
Mototaxis are the cheapest local hop-on option (2-5 soles per ride). From Lima airport, catch a bus to Huacho (about 30 soles) rather than a taxi.
Eat at lunchtime menús for best value; use local mototaxis over taxis; buy water from bodegas (small shops) not tourist places.
Good to know — Huacho
Type A/C · 220V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ PEN 3.4 · PEN
Emergency Contacts
HuachoFor non-emergency assistance, contact the local police station in Huacho: (+51) 232-4567. The tourist police (Policía de Turismo) can be reached at Para información adicional, llama al 105, 106, o 116 desde cualquier teléfono.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Huacho, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Edificio Los Olivos
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 1.9 km · ~24 min walk — pharmacy · Mifarma — 969 m · ~12 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Huacho central plaza (Plaza de Armas) → Av. La Mar / intersection with Jr. Zela (near hotel)
💡 Look for the bus sign 'La Mar' or 'Puerto' – it runs along the coast road. The hotel is about two blocks from the stop at the corner of La Mar and Zela. Have coins ready; the conductor doesn't give large change.
Terminal Plaza Norte or Terminal Atocongo, Lima → Huacho bus terminal (approx. 8 blocks from La Anchoveta de Oro)
💡 Take a bus from Terminal Plaza Norte (near Independencia) — it's closer to Huacho. Companies like Cruz del Sur or Flores run direct. Get off at the stop near the central market or plaza de armas, then walk or take a mototaxi (3–5 PEN) to the hotel.
Huacho bus terminal (Av. Grau / Jr. Bolognesi) → La Anchoveta de Oro, Av. La Mar / Jr. Zela
💡 Shared mototaxis (colectivos) run along fixed routes — flag one heading towards the port area. If your luggage is large, take a private mototaxi for 6–8 PEN. The hotel is on a main road, easy to describe.
Jorge Chávez International Airport (LIM), Lima → La Anchoveta de Oro, Huacho
💡 Use the official airport taxi counter inside arrivals — fixed prices, no haggling. Confirm the fare for Huacho before paying; some drivers try to add surcharges.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is check-in at Edificio Los Olivos?
Check-in at Edificio Los Olivos is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Edificio Los Olivos have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi is provided throughout the hotel. Speed is adequate for browsing and email but not for streaming. No login or password required.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Edificio Los Olivos?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Edificio Los Olivos?
A menú (set lunch) with soup, main, and drink in a local diner is 10-15 soles.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Edificio Los Olivos?
Mototaxis are the cheapest local hop-on option (2-5 soles per ride). From Lima airport, catch a bus to Huacho (about 30 soles) rather than a taxi.
When is the best time to visit Huacho?
June to August: dry, sunny days (20–25°C), clear skies, and very low rainfall. Crowds are moderate as it's winter in Peru’s high season for coastal travel, but Huacho is not a tourist hub.
Top Attractions in Huacho
💡 Busy on weekends with families and couples; weekdays are quieter for a relaxing stroll. No entrance fee.
💡 Check if the free guided tour in Spanish is running—staff often appreciate a small voluntary tip. Open Tuesday to Sunday, 9am–5pm.
💡 Go at sunset for the best light on the cathedral facade. Street-food stalls sell picarones (fried pumpkin dough) for 2 soles.
💡 Free to walk the shoreline and watch flamingos and herons. Bring your own water and snacks—no vendors on site.
💡 Entry is 5 soles (less than £1). Go early to avoid heat and tour the site before 10am. Rough ground so wear sturdy shoes.