Your stay — Center Hostal
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Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Center Hostal, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the higher floors (4th or 5th) to minimize potential street noise from Avenida Chancay. Avoid rooms on the lower floors (1st-3rd) as they may be closer to the street and potentially noisier.
Rooms to avoid
Rooms near the lift on every floor might be noisy, especially if there are multiple guests using it throughout the day.
Best views
Avenida Chancay views are not mentioned, but rooms on the higher floors may offer a view of the surrounding city, depending on the building's orientation.
Quietest floors
4th and 5th floors
🔊 Noise notes
Potential noise from traffic on Avenida Chancay, and occasional noise from the lift and neighbouring rooms.
Insider tips
1. If you have a car, note that the hotel's address on Avenida Chancay may have limited parking options, so it's a good idea to check with the hotel in advance for parking arrangements. 2. Be sure to check the check-in time, as it may not be the standard 2 PM, especially for a 3-star hotel in a smaller city like Huaral.
- 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
Hotel Facilities — Center Hostal
Free, 1.5 Mbps speed, no login constraints
Serves all floors, including the historic wing
Complimentary digital newsstand (PressReader/FT) available in the lobby
Check-in: 2 pm, check-out: 12 pm; early bag-drop: available from 8 am; late check-out fee: S/. 50 after 1 pm
Available for guests with departures after 6 pm; S/. 10 per bag, per day
Step-free access, wheelchair entry through the main entrance; no structural limitations
On-site parking available; S/. 20 per night; nearest public car park: Parking Huaral (S/. 15 per night); EV charging: available in the hotel's parking lot
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: S/. 7.50 per person per night
Deposit & card hold: Advance deposit of S/. 200, incidental card hold of S/. 200 at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: La Iglesia de Jesucristo de los Santos de los Últimos Días (143 m · ~2 min walk)
- Church: Nacimos de Nuevo para ser Grandes (243 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Iglesia Adventisat del Septimo Dia (264 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Capilla San Antonio de Padua (412 m · ~5 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Megaplaza - Huaral — 2.2 km · ~28 min walk
Parque La Libertad — 159 m · ~2 min walk
Amphitheater — 445 m · ~6 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Banco de la Nación — 426 m · ~5 min walk
Farmacity — 334 m · ~4 min walk
Santa Beatríz — 253 m · ~3 min walk
Terminal Che Gamarra — 467 m · ~6 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Peruvian Sol (PEN)
Change money at local banks or currency exchange offices in the city center, such as on Avenida Huaral; avoid exchanging at airports or tourist areas as rates are unfavorable. A 5% commission is typically charged.
Credit cards (Visa, Mastercard, Amex) are widely accepted in most restaurants, shops, and hotels, but contactless payments are less common; mobile pay is not widely accepted.
Round up the bill or leave 5-10 PEN (1-2 USD) for restaurant and bar staff, and 5 PEN (1 USD) for taxi drivers; hotel staff may not expect tips, but a small gesture of appreciation is appreciated.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A typical cheap coffee costs around 5-7 PEN (1.50-2.10 USD) at a local café or market stall.
A budget-friendly lunch option is a sandwich or bowl of soup at a local market or food stall for around 10-15 PEN (3-4.50 USD).
A basic dinner at a local restaurant costs around 20-30 PEN (6-9 USD) for a main course.
Street food is available at the local market on Avenida Chancay, offering traditional dishes like ceviche and grilled meats.
Supermercados like Wong and Tantapi are common in the area, offering a range of international and local products.
Local markets like the Mercado Central offer affordable clothing options, with prices starting from around 10-20 PEN (3-6 USD) for basic items.
The cheapest way to get around is by bus (1.50-2.50 PEN or 0.50-0.90 USD per ride), or you can buy a day pass for 5 PEN (1.50 USD); the airport is around 10 PEN (3 USD) by taxi.
Avoid eating at touristy restaurants, which often charge inflated prices.Use local buses or walk instead of taxis to save money.Shop at local markets for groceries and clothing instead of tourist areas.
Good to know — Huaral
Type A/C · 220V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ PEN 3.39 · PEN
Emergency Contacts
HuaralFor non-urgent info and civil defence, call 01-411-1780 (Lima regional office, Spanish only). English-speaking help is limited; consider the British Embassy in Lima: +51 1 617 3800.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Huaral, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Center Hostal
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Banco de la Nación — 426 m · ~5 min walk — pharmacy · Farmacity — 334 m · ~4 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Huaral Main Square (Plaza de Armas) → Sunset Hostal, Huaral
💡 Colectivos run along Jr. Grau. Flag one down and say 'hostal Sunset'—they know it. For the hostal, get off at the intersection with Jr. Bolívar; the entrance is just south from there. Carry small coins.
Jorge Chávez International Airport (LIM) → Sunset Hostal, Huaral
💡 Book at least 24 hours ahead through a reputable firm like Taxi Datum. Your hostal can also arrange this; ask for a fixed price including tolls for the Panamericana Norte.
Jorge Chávez International Airport (LIM) → Sunset Hostal, Huaral
💡 Buy your ticket at the counter inside the arrivals hall, not from drivers outside. These direct buses leave from just outside the airport bus terminal and drop you at Huaral's main square, a 5-minute walk from the hostal.
Huaral Bus Terminal (Av. La Marina) → Sunset Hostal, Huaral
💡 Only use official terminal taxis—ask for a ticket at the kiosk. No need to negotiate, but confirm the hostal address as 'Sunset en Jr. Grau' to avoid confusion.
About Huaral
Wikipedia ↗
Huaral (Spanish pronunciation: [ˈwɑːrəl]) is a city in Peru, capital of the Huaral Province in the Department of Lima. It is located within the jurisdiction of the Regional Government of Lima-Provinces and is located on the central coast of the country. It is also known as the "Agricultural Capital"...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Center Hostal?
Request a room on the higher floors (4th or 5th) to minimize potential street noise from Avenida Chancay. Avoid rooms on the lower floors (1st-3rd) as they may be closer to the street and potentially noisier.
Which rooms should I avoid at Center Hostal?
Rooms near the lift on every floor might be noisy, especially if there are multiple guests using it throughout the day.
Is Center Hostal noisy?
Potential noise from traffic on Avenida Chancay, and occasional noise from the lift and neighbouring rooms.
Which rooms have the best views at Center Hostal?
Avenida Chancay views are not mentioned, but rooms on the higher floors may offer a view of the surrounding city, depending on the building's orientation.
What are insider tips for staying at Center Hostal?
1. If you have a car, note that the hotel's address on Avenida Chancay may have limited parking options, so it's a good idea to check with the hotel in advance for parking arrangements. 2. Be sure to check the check-in time, as it may not be the standard 2 PM, especially for a 3-star hotel in a smaller city like Huaral.
What time is check-in at Center Hostal?
Check-in at Center Hostal is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Center Hostal have Wi-Fi?
Free, 1.5 Mbps speed, no login constraints
Is there a city or tourist tax at Center Hostal?
S/. 7.50 per person per night
Where can I eat cheaply near Center Hostal?
A budget-friendly lunch option is a sandwich or bowl of soup at a local market or food stall for around 10-15 PEN (3-4.50 USD).
What is the cheapest way to get around from Center Hostal?
The cheapest way to get around is by bus (1.50-2.50 PEN or 0.50-0.90 USD per ride), or you can buy a day pass for 5 PEN (1.50 USD); the airport is around 10 PEN (3 USD) by taxi.
Top Attractions in Huaral
💡 Visit during a Sunday morning mass (around 10am) to hear the local choir – small but genuinely moving.
💡 Check their Facebook page before going – free dance or craft classes often happen on Saturday mornings.
💡 Walk to the back left corner for a stand selling freshly made picarones (sweet potato doughnuts) – 2 soles for three.
💡 Best in late afternoon when the heat drops – pick up fresh mango or lucuma from the fruit vendor at the entrance.
💡 Go around 6pm when the lighting comes on and the street food carts set up – try the choclo con queso from the stall near the church.