Your stay — Condominio Asturias
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The Property — Condominio Asturias
Condominio Asturias is a low-rise hacienda-style hotel on the edge of Ica, with sand-coloured walls, a central courtyard pool, and a small palm garden. It feels quiet and practical – the lobby has tile floors, a reception desk with a single computer, and a rack of local tour leaflets. The USP is its location near the Huacachina oasis and the wineries, plus the pool for cooling off after desert trips. Best for budget-conscious travellers who want a clean base with parking, not boutique charm.
Chronicles of Ica
Ica was founded in 1563 by Spanish conquistador Gerónimo Luis de Cabrera as Villa de Valverde. It grew around irrigated vineyards, and by the 19th century its pisco and wine production were famous across Peru. The 2007 earthquake destroyed many colonial buildings, but the city centre has been rebuilt with a mix of modern concrete and reconstructed neoclassical facades. Today Ica is a transport hub for the Nazca Lines, Huacachina, and the surrounding pisco bodegas.
Best Time to Visit
Full Ica guide →Best months
December to March – warm, sunny days (28-32°C) with low chance of rain. Hotels are full but not as packed as July.
Peak / festival surge
July (summer holiday) and August (Fiesta de la Vendimia in March but July crowds from Lima). Hotel prices double, advance booking essential. Huacachina gets busy with dune buggies.
Budget shoulder season
April and November – cooler but still pleasant (24-28°C), cheaper rooms, fewer tourists at wineries.
Weather & packing
Ica has a desert microclimate with hot days and cool nights (12-15°C difference). Pack a lightweight fleece or jacket for evenings, plus sun hat, sunglasses and sunscreen for midday.
Live City Briefing — Ica
- The Panamericana Sur highway from Lima to Ica is partially under repair – expect 2-3 hour delays on Friday and Sunday evenings.
- Huacachina lagoon has experienced reduced water levels due to drought; dune buggy tours still run but confirm water levels before booking.
- Several wineries in the Ica valley now require advance reservation for tastings – check Bodega Sotelo or Tacama websites before visiting.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Condominio Asturias, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request an upper-floor room on the street side of the building. Floors 3 and 4 are high enough to reduce street-level noise from the surrounding Ica streets and get a bit more daylight, while still being within reach via the lift if it's working.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms and any room directly adjacent to the lift shaft. Ground-floor rooms here will get noise from the reception area, foot traffic, and any street-facing doors or windows — plus less privacy. Lift-adjacent rooms (often on each floor near the lift landing) get mechanical rumble and guest chatter at all hours.
Best views
Rooms facing the street side of the building offer the most typical Ica view — dusty streets, local traffic, possibly distant vineyards or arid hills. There's no mention of a pool or garden view in the data, so the best natural light and a sense of place come from street-facing upper floors.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 are the quietest — far enough from the street and lobby bustle, and less foot traffic than the ground floor.
🔊 Noise notes
Ica streets are active with mototaxis, cars, and occasional loud music from nearby shops or bars, especially in the central area where Condominio Asturias sits. The lift is likely a basic model, so expect clunking and whirring from adjacent rooms. No mention of a bar or restaurant on-site, so lobby noise is the main internal source.
Insider tips
1. If you're driving, ask at check-in about parking — many Ica hotels with 'Condominio' in the name often have a small inner courtyard or secure lot, but it's first-come, first-served. 2. Request a room on floor 3 or 4 and specifically ask for 'not next to the lift' — the staff will know which rooms are quieter.
- 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 — Condominio Asturias
Free Wi-Fi (up to 15 Mbps) with one device per room; no paid tier; login via room key voucher.
One lift serves all 3 floors; no stairs-only sections.
No printed newspapers; no digital newsstand. Lobby TV shows cable news.
Standard check-in from 15:00. Bag drop possible from 11:00 if room not ready. Late check-out until 14:00 for PEN 50; after 14:00 charged half-night rate.
Free storage at front desk for day-of-arrival/ departure; lockers not available.
Step-free access via ramp at main entrance; lift to all floors. No grab bars in bathrooms; no wheelchair-accessible rooms.
Free on-site parking for 12 cars (first-come, first-served). No EV charging. Nearest public car park is Estacionamiento El Sol, 1 block away, PEN 15 per night.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 18% IGV tax included in rate; no separate city/tourist tax
Deposit & card hold: 50% advance deposit required to confirm; at check-in, a PEN 200 incidental hold on credit card
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Peruvian Sol, PEN
Use ATMs for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at the airport or tourist areas, which give poor rates.
Credit/debit cards are accepted in most hotels, supermarkets, and mid-range restaurants; cash is essential for small shops, markets, and taxis.
Restaurants: 10% if service is good (not automatic); taxis: no tip expected; hotel porters: 2-5 soles per bag.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Basic coffee from a local bakery or bodega costs around 3-4 soles.
A menú del día (set lunch with soup, main, drink) costs 10-15 soles.
A main dish at a simple local restaurant is 12-18 soles.
Plaza de Armas and surrounding streets have stalls selling anticuchos (grilled skewers), picarones (sweet fritters), and fruit juice for 2-5 soles.
Supermarkets like Plaza Vea and Metro are common in Ica; smaller bodegas sell basics.
The main market on Calle Lima has stalls with affordable clothing and accessories.
Colectivos (shared minibuses) cost 1-2 soles per route; from Ica's airport, a mototaxi or colectivo into town is 5-8 soles.
Eat at markets or menú spots for cheap, filling meals; use ATMs inside banks to avoid fees; haggle at street stalls but not in shops with price tags.
Good to know — Ica
Type A/C · 220V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ PEN 3.41 · PEN
Emergency Contacts
IcaFor general assistance in Ica, call the tourism police at (056) 222-831. The local hospital is Hospital Regional de Ica, Av. Abelardo Quiñones s/n, phone (056) 231-145.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Ica, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Condominio Asturias
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Jorge Chávez International Airport (LIM) → Ica bus terminal
💡 Book the 'VIP' seat for extra legroom. The bus drops you at Ica terminal, then take a colectivo (10 soles) to Hotel Hacienda Cantayo.
Ica bus terminal → Hotel Hacienda Cantayo Spa & Resort
💡 Bolt is cheaper than Uber in Ica—typically 18–22 soles. Catch one from the terminal exit, not the main road where drivers overcharge. Cash works best.
Jorge Chávez International Airport (LIM) → Hotel Hacienda Cantayo Spa & Resort, Ica
💡 Agencies at arrivals quote 300–350 soles. Haggle hard and confirm the price includes tolls and waiting time. Official green taxis are safer than unmarked cars.
Ica city centre (Av. Grau) → Hotel Hacienda Cantayo Spa & Resort
💡 Colectivos run along Av. Grau towards Huacachina. Hail one with 'Cantayo' written on the windscreen. They fill fast—expect to stand if it's busy.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Condominio Asturias?
Request an upper-floor room on the street side of the building. Floors 3 and 4 are high enough to reduce street-level noise from the surrounding Ica streets and get a bit more daylight, while still being within reach via the lift if it's working.
Which rooms should I avoid at Condominio Asturias?
Avoid ground-floor rooms and any room directly adjacent to the lift shaft. Ground-floor rooms here will get noise from the reception area, foot traffic, and any street-facing doors or windows — plus less privacy. Lift-adjacent rooms (often on each floor near the lift landing) get mechanical rumble and guest chatter at all hours.
Is Condominio Asturias noisy?
Ica streets are active with mototaxis, cars, and occasional loud music from nearby shops or bars, especially in the central area where Condominio Asturias sits. The lift is likely a basic model, so expect clunking and whirring from adjacent rooms. No mention of a bar or restaurant on-site, so lobby noise is the main internal source.
Which rooms have the best views at Condominio Asturias?
Rooms facing the street side of the building offer the most typical Ica view — dusty streets, local traffic, possibly distant vineyards or arid hills. There's no mention of a pool or garden view in the data, so the best natural light and a sense of place come from street-facing upper floors.
What are insider tips for staying at Condominio Asturias?
1. If you're driving, ask at check-in about parking — many Ica hotels with 'Condominio' in the name often have a small inner courtyard or secure lot, but it's first-come, first-served. 2. Request a room on floor 3 or 4 and specifically ask for 'not next to the lift' — the staff will know which rooms are quieter.
What time is check-in at Condominio Asturias?
Check-in at Condominio Asturias is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Condominio Asturias have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi (up to 15 Mbps) with one device per room; no paid tier; login via room key voucher.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Condominio Asturias?
18% IGV tax included in rate; no separate city/tourist tax
Where can I eat cheaply near Condominio Asturias?
A menú del día (set lunch with soup, main, drink) costs 10-15 soles.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Condominio Asturias?
Colectivos (shared minibuses) cost 1-2 soles per route; from Ica's airport, a mototaxi or colectivo into town is 5-8 soles.
When is the best time to visit Ica?
December to March – warm, sunny days (28-32°C) with low chance of rain. Hotels are full but not as packed as July.
Top Attractions in Ica
💡 Grab a ceviche from one of the stalls on the side streets for about 10 soles. Avoid the overpriced churros from touts near the cathedral. Best visited late afternoon when the heat drops and people start gathering.
💡 Bring swimwear if you want to paddle; the water is murky but locals swim. Avoid the boat rental—overpriced and the pond is tiny. Best at dawn when the tour groups haven't arrived yet.
💡 Skip the overpriced cafes near the car park. Walk around to the far side for quieter spots and better photo angles. Go early in the morning or just before sunset for cooler sand and fewer people.
💡 Entrance costs about 8 soles (roughly £1.60). Bring a phrasebook or a translation app as there are no English labels. Allow 45 minutes to an hour; it's not huge. Closed on Mondays.
💡 The basic tour costs 15 soles and includes three samples. Go for the 'Premium' tour (25 soles) if you want to taste their older piscos—it's worth it, but book ahead. They sell good-value bottles at the shop, much cheaper than in restaurants.