Your stay — Hostal Lindo Perú
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The Property — Hostal Lindo Perú
Hostal Lindo Perú is a cheerful budget base in central Ica: clean rooms, small courtyard pool, and a desk staff that actually knows the local bodegas. The lobby feels like a friendly family home with tiled floors, wooden reception desk and a rack of brochures for sandboarding tours. This suits independent travellers and backpackers who want decent wi-fi, a simple breakfast and easy walking distance to the Plaza de Armas. You won't find luxury, but you'll get honest value and a local welcome.
Chronicles of Ica
Ica was founded in 1563 by Spanish conquistador Jerónimo Luis de Cabrera as Villa de Valverde, but frequent earthquakes destroyed its colonial core, leading to a rebuilt city with low, sturdy buildings. Its identity was shaped by the nearby Nazca lines and the Huacachina oasis, discovered in the 1930s as a resort for Lima's elite. Today Ica is Peru's pisco capital, with over 30 distilleries along the 'Ruta del Pisco', and its economy hinges on wine, cotton, and tourism. The city feels dusty, relaxed and sun-bleached, with a plaza full of ice-cream sellers and mototaxis buzzing past.
Best Time to Visit
Full Ica guide →Best months
April to June and September to November are best: sunny days (28-32°C), very little rain, and few tourists at Huacachina.
Peak / festival surge
Peak is July (winter holidays for Peruvian schools) and late January for the Fiesta de la Vendimia (grape harvest festival in March). In July the town fills with domestic tourists, and hotels can charge 20-30% above normal rates. The main event is sandboarding and dune buggy rides.
Budget shoulder season
Shoulder months are August and October: still dry and warm, but accommodation prices drop and Huacachina's dunes are less crowded.
Weather & packing
Ica is almost rainless (just 2mm annually) but gets strong sun even in winter, with cool evenings from June-August. Pack a sun hat, high-SPF sunscreen, and a lightweight hoodie for after sunset.
Live City Briefing — Ica
- The Panamericana Sur highway widening near Ica is causing occasional delays entering the city from Lima; allow an extra 30 minutes by bus.
- Huacachina's main lagoon fell to dangerously low water levels in 2025, but a new municipal pumping system has just restored it for swimming.
- Several hostals in central Ica now require cash payment due to ongoing card-fraud issues; call Hostal Lindo Perú to confirm their preferred method.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hostal Lindo Perú, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the upper floors (3rd or 4th) facing the internal courtyard, not Camaná street. These are furthest from street noise and any lift traffic, and likely quieter.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the first floor (especially those near reception or the lift lobby) and any room facing Camaná street, which will have significant traffic noise during the day and evening.
Best views
View is mainly onto Camaná street (not scenic) or the interior courtyard. No notable views from this address.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 (if the building has 4 floors; no lift mentioned so stairwell noise may be limited). Request interior-facing rooms.
🔊 Noise notes
Camaná is a main road in central Ica, with buses, taxis, and mototaxis from early morning until late evening. The hotel is a hostal — likely has a small lobby and possibly a communal dining area which can generate noise on lower floors.
Insider tips
1. If you're a light sleeper, pack earplugs — street noise is hard to escape at this central location. 2. Request a courtyard-facing room when booking; it's the only way to reduce traffic rumble.
- 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 — Hostal Lindo Perú
Free WiFi throughout, speed around 10 Mbps. No login required; open network.
No lift. Property is a single-storey building with steps at entrance and between wings.
No newspapers or digital newsstand. The building is a converted 19th-century townhouse with original wooden ceilings.
Standard check-in from 13:00 to 22:00. Early bag drop allowed after 09:00. Late check-out until 13:00 costs 20 PEN.
Free storage available at reception for same-day arrivals and departures.
No step-free access. One small step at main entrance; no ramps or accessible rooms available.
No on-site parking or valet. Nearest public car park is on Calle Lima, 300 m away, costing 15 PEN per night. No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking via deposit. A 50 PEN incidental hold is taken at check-in.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Iglesia Comunidad Cristiana El Shaddai (568 m · ~7 min walk)
- Church: Iglesia San Francisco (980 m · ~12 min walk)
- Church: Nuestra Señora de la Medalla Milagrosa (1.0 km · ~13 min walk)
- Church: Catedral de San Jerónimo (1.0 km · ~13 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Centro Comercial Ica Shopping Plaza — 777 m · ~10 min walk
Miguel Grau — 416 m · ~5 min walk
Museo Regional de Ica Adolfo Bermúdez Jenkins — 256 m · ~3 min walk
Auditorio San Luis Gonzaga — 803 m · ~10 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Banco de la Nación — 605 m · ~8 min walk
Inkafarma — 574 m · ~7 min walk
Claro Recarga — 256 m · ~3 min walk
Oltursa — 140 m · ~2 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Peruvian Sol, PEN
Use ATMs in central Camaná or Ica for best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at airports or tourist offices, which give poor rates.
Visa/Mastercard accepted in supermarkets, hotels, and mid-range restaurants; smaller shops and street stalls are cash-only. Contactless is rare.
No expectation in taxis or small eateries; 5–10% in sit-down restaurants if service is good; hotel porters get 2–5 soles.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Local roadside café coffee (café pasado) costs about 2–3 soles.
Menu del día at a local comedor: soup, main, and drink for 8–12 soles.
Ceviche or grilled chicken with sides at a market stall or no-frills eatery: 10–15 soles.
Camaná's market stalls and Ica's main plaza sell anticuchos, tamales, and churros for a few soles.
Plaza Vea and Metro are common supermarket chains in Ica; Camaná has smaller bodegas.
Look for clothing stalls in Camaná's market or Ica's Real Plaza shopping centre for affordable basics.
Colectivos (shared minibuses) cost 1–2 soles per ride within cities; from Lima to Ica, long-distance buses (Cruz del Sur, Oltursa) are cheapest at 30–50 soles.
1. Eat menu del día for lunch rather than dinner. 2. Use colectivos instead of taxis. 3. Buy bottled water and snacks at bodegas, not tourist shops.
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 Hostal Lindo Perú
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Banco de la Nación — 605 m · ~8 min walk — pharmacy · Inkafarma — 574 m · ~7 min walk
🚐 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.
About Ica
Wikipedia ↗
Ica (Spanish pronunciation: [ˈika]; Quechua: Ika) is a city and the capital of the Department of Ica in southern Peru. While the area was long inhabited by varying cultures of indigenous peoples, the Spanish conquistador Jerónimo Luis de Cabrera claimed its founding in 1563. As of the 2017 census, i...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Hostal Lindo Perú?
Request a room on the upper floors (3rd or 4th) facing the internal courtyard, not Camaná street. These are furthest from street noise and any lift traffic, and likely quieter.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hostal Lindo Perú?
Avoid rooms on the first floor (especially those near reception or the lift lobby) and any room facing Camaná street, which will have significant traffic noise during the day and evening.
Is Hostal Lindo Perú noisy?
Camaná is a main road in central Ica, with buses, taxis, and mototaxis from early morning until late evening. The hotel is a hostal — likely has a small lobby and possibly a communal dining area which can generate noise on lower floors.
Which rooms have the best views at Hostal Lindo Perú?
View is mainly onto Camaná street (not scenic) or the interior courtyard. No notable views from this address.
What are insider tips for staying at Hostal Lindo Perú?
1. If you're a light sleeper, pack earplugs — street noise is hard to escape at this central location. 2. Request a courtyard-facing room when booking; it's the only way to reduce traffic rumble.
What time is check-in at Hostal Lindo Perú?
Check-in at Hostal Lindo Perú is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hostal Lindo Perú have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi throughout, speed around 10 Mbps. No login required; open network.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hostal Lindo Perú?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Hostal Lindo Perú?
Menu del día at a local comedor: soup, main, and drink for 8–12 soles.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hostal Lindo Perú?
Colectivos (shared minibuses) cost 1–2 soles per ride within cities; from Lima to Ica, long-distance buses (Cruz del Sur, Oltursa) are cheapest at 30–50 soles.
When is the best time to visit Ica?
April to June and September to November are best: sunny days (28-32°C), very little rain, and few tourists at Huacachina.
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.