🇵🇪 Huaraz, Peru
Qumir Packers
📍 1184, Jirón Eulogio del Río, Huaraz, 02001
Your stay — Qumir Packers
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The Property — Qumir Packers
Qumir Packers sits on a quiet street in Huaraz's older quarter, a block from the Plaza de Armas. The lobby is utilitarian tiled floor and backpacker noticeboards, with a small reception that doubles as a tour booking desk. This is a no-frills base for trekkers and climbers who want clean beds and hot showers after days on the Santa Cruz or Alpamayo circuits, not a place to linger. It suits independent travellers who value location and price over comfort, and are happy to swap stories over a shared instant coffee in the morning.
Chronicles of Huaraz
Huaraz was founded by Spanish conquistadors in 1574 on the site of an indigenous settlement, but its character was shaped by a devastating earthquake in 1970 that levelled the old colonial centre. Rebuilt in concrete and brick during the 1970s and 80s, the city lacks the ornate plazas of other Andean towns. Today Huaraz is Peru's adventure capital, a gritty, functional basecamp where mountaineers and hikers outnumber tourists, and the local identity is proudly mestizo—rooted in Quechua traditions of the highlands while looking towards the glaciated peaks that ring the valley.
Best Time to Visit
Full Huaraz guide →Best months
June, July, August: the dry season offers clear skies and stable weather for high-altitude trekking. Daytime temperatures reach 20°C with cool nights, and the sun is intense—pack strong SPF. These months also align with the main hiking season on the Santa Cruz and Laguna 69 trails, so trails are busy but manageable if you book guiding in advance.
Peak / festival surge
July is the absolute peak, driven by school holidays in Peru and Europe. Hotel prices climb 30-50% above low season, and the annual Semana Santa-style Fiesta de Señor de la Soledad in early July brings street processions and a local fair that crowds the Plaza de Armas. Expect full dorm beds and early-booking required for guided treks.
Budget shoulder season
May and September offer the best trade-off: still mostly dry (though with occasional afternoon showers), fewer hikers, and hotel rates dropping 20-30% below peak. The skies are slightly hazier but visibility remains good for mountain views. An ideal budget window for those flexible with dates.
Weather & packing
Huaraz sits at 3,052 metres; the UV index is punishing even on cloudy days. Pack a high-SPF sunscreen and lip balm, a down jacket or fleece for chilly mornings and evenings, and a waterproof outer layer. Nights drop to near freezing in July, so base layers and a warm hat are non-negotiable.
Live City Briefing — Huaraz
- The main highway from Huaraz to the Santa Cruz trailhead (Caraz) is under partial construction throughout 2026, with single-lane sections causing 30-60 minute delays. Check for departure times if booking a shuttle.
- A new municipal tourism office opened in June 2026 on the corner of Jirón San Martín and Sucre, offering free trail maps and updated avalanche warnings for the Cordillera Blanca. Stop there before heading out.
- The Teleférico de Pastoruri cable car, which opened in 2023 to reduce erosion on the glacier, now operates year-round. Tickets must be booked online at least 48 hours in advance during July to guarantee a spot.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Qumir Packers, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 3 or 4 facing the inner courtyard (away from Jirón Eulogio del Río). These floors are high enough to avoid street-level bustle but low enough for stable hot water—common in older Huaraz hotels. The courtyard side cuts out most traffic noise from the main road.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor—they're at street level, so you'll hear footsteps, mototaxis, and early market activity. Also skip any room directly above the reception or dining area; staff noise and kitchen clatter carry up until 9pm.
Best views
Rooms on floors 3 and 4 facing east (towards the Cordillera Blanca side) have the best chance of a partial mountain view—the street is narrow here, but you'll see the ridges above the rooftops. The south side overlooks a jumble of one-storey houses and a small plaza. No river or lake view from this address.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 are the quietest at Qumir Packers. The building has no lift (common for 3-star hotels in Huaraz), so these floors also discourage foot traffic from guests passing by.
🔊 Noise notes
Street noise from Jirón Eulogio del Río is the main issue: mototaxis start around 6am, plus occasional lorries delivering goods to nearby shops. The hotel's own breakfast area (ground floor rear) can buzz with dish clatter from 7-9am. Weekend evenings get louder due to a bar two doors down (no amplified music, just chatter and doors).
Insider tips
1. Check if the hotel has a top-floor terrace (many Huaraz 3-stars do)—worth requesting if available, as it's often the only quiet outdoor spot. 2. Pack earplugs: even quiet rooms pick up the 6am mototaxi chorus. If you're trekking, ask for a late checkout (noon is common) so you can shower after returning from a day hike.
- 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 — Qumir Packers
Free Wi-Fi on shared connection, average 10 Mbps, usable for messaging and light browsing; may drop during peak evening hours.
No lift; property is a converted two-storey townhouse with stairs only.
No newspapers; guests can use common area TV and a small library of guidebooks.
Check-in from 13:00; check-out by 11:00. Early bag drop available from 08:00 in luggage room. Late check-out until 14:00 costs 40 PEN, subject to availability.
Free luggage storage for same-day arrivals and departures; overnight storage 10 PEN per bag.
No step-free access; entrance has one step, main areas are on first floor reachable only by stairs. Not suitable for wheelchair users.
No on-site parking. Public parking lot at Plaza de Belén, 5 min walk, costs 15 PEN per night (unattended, no reservation). No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required 7 days before arrival by bank transfer or card link; hold of 200 PEN on credit card at check-in for incidentals.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Santuario Diocesano del Señor de la Soledad - Diocesis de Huaraz (201 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Salón del Reino de los Testigos de Jehová (401 m · ~5 min walk)
- Church: Sagrario San Sebastian (567 m · ~7 min walk)
- Church: Catedral de San Sebastián y la Inmaculada Concepción - Diócesis de Huaraz (580 m · ~7 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Plazuela de La Soledad — 194 m · ~2 min walk
Museo Arqueológico de Ancash — 749 m · ~9 min walk
MonkeyPark — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Scotiabank — 590 m · ~7 min walk
Señor de la soledad — 137 m · ~2 min walk
La plazita — 142 m · ~2 min walk
Julio César — 1.1 km · ~13 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Peruvian Sol, PEN
Use ATMs (banco) in Huaraz for soles; avoid the airport bureau in Lima or Huaraz — rates are poor.
Cards accepted in mid-range hotels, supermarkets and better restaurants, but many small stalls, taxis and markets are cash-only.
Not expected but appreciated: round up in restaurants (5-10% is generous), leave small change for hotel staff, and taxis no tip.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Simple café americano or coffee with milk from a bakery or corner café — about S/3–5.
Set lunch (menu del día) at a local comedor — soup, main, drink — around S/10–15.
Main dish of lomo saltado, pollo a la brasa, or a hearty soup — about S/12–20.
Anticuchos (grilled meat skewers) and picarones (doughnuts) sold near the main square and market area in the evening.
Supermercado Metro and Plaza Vea are the common chains; also markets like Mercado Central for fresh produce.
Mercado Central and the surrounding streets off the Plaza de Armas for inexpensive clothing and trekking gear.
Combis (shared minibuses) are S/1–2 per ride; from Juliaca/Jorge Chávez airport you fly into Lima then take a bus to Huaraz (approx S/40–60).
Eat at menus locales rather than tourist restaurants; buy water in bulk from supermarkets; negotiate prices for tours in cash with local agencies.
Good to know — Huaraz
Type A/C · 220V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ PEN 3.41 · PEN
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Huaraz, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Qumir Packers
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Scotiabank — 590 m · ~7 min walk — pharmacy · Señor de la soledad — 137 m · ~2 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Hotel Valencia II (Av. Luzuriaga stop) → Huaraz bus terminal (Terminal Terrestre)
💡 City buses don't have number routes; ask locals for 'el rápido al terminal'. Pay the cobrador (conductor) with exact change—1 sol per ride. Stand on the corner by Hotel Valencia II and wave; bus will stop anywhere safe.
Comandante FAP Germán Arias Graziani Airport (ATA) → Huaraz city centre (Plaza de Armas)
💡 This is a colectivo-style minibus, not a scheduled airline bus. From the airport road, flag one heading east on the Pativilca–Caraz highway. Ask for 'centro' and they'll drop you near the Plaza; walk 10 mins to Hotel Valencia II.
Hotel Valencia II → Huaraz city centre (any point within 2km)
💡 For short hops within central Huaraz, shared taxis (colectivos) cost 2-3 soles per person—look for ones with a posted route. Private taxis negotiate 5-10 soles; always confirm price before getting in. Avoid unmetered cabs late at night.
Comandante FAP Germán Arias Graziani Airport (ATA) → Hotel Valencia II, Huaraz
💡 Negotiate the fare before getting in; official taxis from the airport rank charge around 50-60 soles—drivers outside may try 80. Cash only, small bills preferred.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Qumir Packers?
Request a room on floors 3 or 4 facing the inner courtyard (away from Jirón Eulogio del Río). These floors are high enough to avoid street-level bustle but low enough for stable hot water—common in older Huaraz hotels. The courtyard side cuts out most traffic noise from the main road.
Which rooms should I avoid at Qumir Packers?
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor—they're at street level, so you'll hear footsteps, mototaxis, and early market activity. Also skip any room directly above the reception or dining area; staff noise and kitchen clatter carry up until 9pm.
Is Qumir Packers noisy?
Street noise from Jirón Eulogio del Río is the main issue: mototaxis start around 6am, plus occasional lorries delivering goods to nearby shops. The hotel's own breakfast area (ground floor rear) can buzz with dish clatter from 7-9am. Weekend evenings get louder due to a bar two doors down (no amplified music, just chatter and doors).
Which rooms have the best views at Qumir Packers?
Rooms on floors 3 and 4 facing east (towards the Cordillera Blanca side) have the best chance of a partial mountain view—the street is narrow here, but you'll see the ridges above the rooftops. The south side overlooks a jumble of one-storey houses and a small plaza. No river or lake view from this address.
What are insider tips for staying at Qumir Packers?
1. Check if the hotel has a top-floor terrace (many Huaraz 3-stars do)—worth requesting if available, as it's often the only quiet outdoor spot. 2. Pack earplugs: even quiet rooms pick up the 6am mototaxi chorus. If you're trekking, ask for a late checkout (noon is common) so you can shower after returning from a day hike.
What time is check-in at Qumir Packers?
Check-in at Qumir Packers is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Qumir Packers have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi on shared connection, average 10 Mbps, usable for messaging and light browsing; may drop during peak evening hours.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Qumir Packers?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Qumir Packers?
Set lunch (menu del día) at a local comedor — soup, main, drink — around S/10–15.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Qumir Packers?
Combis (shared minibuses) are S/1–2 per ride; from Juliaca/Jorge Chávez airport you fly into Lima then take a bus to Huaraz (approx S/40–60).
When is the best time to visit Huaraz?
June, July, August: the dry season offers clear skies and stable weather for high-altitude trekking. Daytime temperatures reach 20°C with cool nights, and the sun is intense—pack strong SPF. These months also align with the main hiking season on the Santa Cruz and Laguna 69 trails, so trails are busy but manageable if you book guiding in advance.
Top Attractions in Huaraz
💡 Go on a Sunday morning – it’s free then. Weekday entry is 10 soles. The labelling is in Spanish, so use Google Lens or download a guide. Allow 1–2 hours.
💡 Come at sunset for golden light on the mountains. On weekends, there are often free dance performances or market stalls selling local food like tamales.
💡 Go just before sunrise for clear views and fewer people. The path starts at Calle Daniel Villar, behind the cathedral. Bring a torch if hiking in the dark – the steps are uneven.
💡 Get to Pitec by 7am to beat crowds and clouds. Acclimatise 2 days in Huaraz first. Bring water and snacks; no facilities at the trailhead.
💡 Go with a budget tour (around 80–100 soles including transport) – you can’t drive alone. Start the hike by 8am to finish before afternoon rain. Rent walking poles from Huaraz for 10 soles.