Il tuo soggiorno — El Place
Previsioni dal vivo per le tue date · Cosa c'è su · Qualità dell'aria e polline📅 Pick your check-in & check-out above to unlock your day-by-day forecast, what's on during your stay, and live air quality & pollen for Lima.
La proprietà — El Place
El Place is a no-frills 3-star in central Miraflores, a block from the coastal cliffs. The lobby is compact, with laminate floors and a circa-2010 TV lounge, but staff are efficient and the free breakfast is above average for the bracket. Best for budget-conscious solo travellers or couples who want a clean base near the Malecon without paying for swimming pools or sea views.
Cronache di Lima
Lima was founded by Francisco Pizarro in 1535 as the City of Kings, becoming the viceregal capital of Spanish South America. Its colonial centre retains heavy baroque churches and wooden balconies, but a devastating 1746 earthquake forced much of the reconstruction. In the 20th century, rapid migration from the Andes transformed Lima into a sprawling, chaotic metropolis of ten million, now defined by its ceviche culture, coastal fog, and a gritty-yet-vibrant fusion of indigenous and colonial legacies.
Il momento migliore per visitare
Guida completa di Lima →I migliori mesi
December to March: sunny, warm (25-28°C), low humidity, and no rain. These are Lima’s summer months with clear skies, ideal for walking the Malecon or surfing.
Peak / Festival Surge
Late January and February align with Carnaval celebrations (often rowdy street parties) and the peak of domestic tourism. Hotel prices in Miraflores can double; book El Place three months ahead.
Stagione di spalla
April and November offer mild weather (20-23°C, partly cloudy), fewer tourists, and rates up to 30% lower than summer. Still safe for outdoor plans, with the added bonus of fewer crowds at Barranco’s restaurants.
Meteo e imballaggio
Lima sits in a coastal desert with no rain but persistent low cloud from May to October—the garúa fog. Pack a light fleece or windbreaker for mornings, and always carry sunscreen: UV is strong even through the grey overcast.
Briefing della città — Lima
- A new Metropolitano bus express line opened in March 2026 linking Barranco to Miraflores in 15 minutes—use it to avoid taxi scams near the hotel.
- The Larcomar shopping centre has launched a late-night food market on Fridays (May–July), but expect loud music until 1am; El Place is three blocks away, so check window glazing.
- Peru’s new digital entry form (DAT) is now mandatory for all international arrivals—fill it online 48 hours before departure to avoid queues at Jorge Chávez Airport.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to El Place, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 4-6 facing the courtyard (away from Avenida Tupac Amaru). These floors are high enough to avoid street-level noise but still within the lift range (assuming a 6-floor building typical for a 3-star in this area). Courtyard-facing rooms will be significantly quieter than street-facing ones.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floors 1-3 facing Avenida Tupac Amaru. Floor 1 will have direct street noise, foot traffic, and possible lobby/check-in bustle. Floors 2-3 on the street side still catch traffic hum, especially during Lima's rush hours (7-9am, 6-9pm). Avoid rooms next to the lift shaft on any floor – the lift motor and door sounds can carry through thin walls.
Best views
Street-facing rooms on floors 4-6 of Avenida Tupac Amaru offer a view over the avenue and the mixed residential-commercial neighbourhood. Expect to see local shops, bus stops, and Lima's typical concrete skyline – not spectacular, but gives a real local feel. Courtyard views are of the building's inner wall and possibly a small garden, but much quieter.
Quietest floors
Floors 4, 5, 6 (assuming a 6-storey building without a rooftop bar). These floors buffer street noise best. Prioritise courtyard-facing rooms on these floors.
🔊 Noise notes
Avenida Tupac Amaru is a main arterial road in northern Lima, carrying buses, combis (minibuses), and taxis from early morning until late evening. Expect continuous traffic rumbling, honking, and occasional loud trucks. The hotel itself may host local groups or families, so corridor noise and children running can happen, especially on lower floors near common areas. No nightclub or bar noise is typical for this area, but street activity peaks on weekends.
Insider tips
1. Check-in early (before 2pm) to have a better chance of securing a courtyard-facing room – they are fewer and go fast. 2. If street noise bothers you, bring foam earplugs or use the hotel's desk fan (if available) for white noise, as many 3-star Lima hotels do not have soundproof windows.
- 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
strutture alberghiere — El Place
Free Wi-Fi for all guests; speed around 20 Mbps down/5 Mbps up (sufficient for streaming). No login constraints – just accept a terms screen on first connection
One passenger lift serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections
Free digital newspaper access via PressReader in the lobby computer; no physical newspapers delivered
Standard check-in from 14:00. Early bag-drop available at reception (no extra charge). Late check-out until 12:00 is free; after 12:00, charged at half the daily rate until 18:00
Free luggage storage available at reception for early arrivals or post-check-out
Step-free access via a ramp at the main entrance. No adapted guest rooms or grab bars in bathrooms. Lift gives access to all floors but doorways are narrow (approx. 75 cm). No dedicated wheelchair-accessible parking
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park is 'Estacionamiento Tupac Amaru' 200m north, open 24h, cost 15 PEN per night. No EV charging
Tasse, imposte e depositi
City / tourist tax: None (Lima does not impose a city tax on hotel stays; a 10% service charge may be added to the room rate by the hotel)
Deposit & card hold: Advance deposit required to guarantee booking (typically the first night's rate). At check-in, a credit card hold of $50 USD (approx. 190 PEN) for incidentals
Faith & Dietary vicino
- Church: Parroquia Nuestra Señora de la Paz (314 m · ~4 min walk)
- Church: La Iglesia de Jesucristo de los Santos de los Últimos Días (862 m · ~11 min walk)
- Church: Iglesia Cristiana Pentecostes del Perú (1.0 km · ~13 min walk)
- Church: La Iglesia de Jesucristo de Los Santos de Los Últimos Días (1.1 km · ~14 min walk)
Stile di vita e ricreazione locale
Honduras Center — 530 m · ~7 min walk
Parque La Juventud — 420 m · ~5 min walk
5 minuti di radio essenziali
Western Union — 19 m · ~1 min walk
InkaFarma — 56 m · ~1 min walk
BODEGA ROSITA — 260 m · ~3 min walk
Estación Las Vegas — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk
Moneta e moneta
Get a travel card →Peruvian Sol, PEN
Use ATMs at major banks (BCP, Interbank) for the best rates; avoid airport and tourist bureau exchange counters that give poor rates.
Visa and Mastercard widely accepted in hotels, restaurants, and larger shops; contactless common but mobile pay less so. Cash still needed for markets, small shops, and taxis.
No mandatory tip; 10% at restaurants if service good, round up taxi fare, and tip hotel porters S/5–10.
Mangiare, fare shopping e viaggiare su un budget
Cheap car hire →A cup of filter coffee at a local bakery or café costs around S/3–5.
A menú del día (soup, main, drink) at a modest eatery is typically S/12–18.
A main dish at a casual pollería or chifa runs about S/15–25.
Anticuchos (grilled hearts) and empanadas sold from street carts around parks and market areas; also look for local 'juguerías' for fresh juice.
Tottus, Metro, and Plaza Vea are the main budget supermarket chains in this area.
Gamarra market (about 3 km away) is the go-to for cheap new clothes; otherwise, street vendors around Avenida Tupac Amaru sell basics at low prices.
The 'Metropolitano' bus system costs S/2.50 per ride; from the airport, take a regular bus (S/2) or a shared taxi/van for around S/20–30.
Eat at local markets for the cheapest set meals; use ATMs inside bank branches to avoid scams; buy fresh fruit and snacks from street vendors rather than tourist-oriented shops.
Buono da sapere — Lima
Type A/C · 220V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ PEN 3.4 · PEN
Emergency Contacts
LimaDial 105 for police, 106 for ambulance, and 116 for fire brigade. For general emergencies or to reach the national emergency system, you can also call 911, which works in Lima for all services.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Lima, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at El Place
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Western Union — 19 m · ~1 min walk — pharmacy · InkaFarma — 56 m · ~1 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Girare intorno
Central Lima (Estacion Central) → Hotel Bahia (Angamos stop, Miraflores)
💡 Only useful if you're already in central Lima. Buy a Tarjeta Metropolitano at the station. Avoid during rush hour (7-9 AM, 5-7 PM) as it gets packed.
Jorge Chávez International Airport (LIM) → Hotel Bahia (Miraflores, Larco Mar stop)
💡 Book online for a small discount. The bus has luggage space and WiFi. Get off at Larco Mar, then a 5-minute walk to the hotel.
Jorge Chávez International Airport (LIM) → Hotel Bahia (Miraflores)
💡 App-based ride is safer than street cabs. Pickup is outside the arrivals exit. Cabify often has fixed prices; Uber may surge late at night.
Jorge Chávez International Airport (LIM) → Hotel Bahia (Miraflores)
💡 Pre-pay at the official booth inside arrivals. Ignore touts outside; they charge more and are less safe.
Domande frequenti
What are the best rooms at El Place?
Request a room on floors 4-6 facing the courtyard (away from Avenida Tupac Amaru). These floors are high enough to avoid street-level noise but still within the lift range (assuming a 6-floor building typical for a 3-star in this area). Courtyard-facing rooms will be significantly quieter than street-facing ones.
Which rooms should I avoid at El Place?
Avoid rooms on floors 1-3 facing Avenida Tupac Amaru. Floor 1 will have direct street noise, foot traffic, and possible lobby/check-in bustle. Floors 2-3 on the street side still catch traffic hum, especially during Lima's rush hours (7-9am, 6-9pm). Avoid rooms next to the lift shaft on any floor – the lift motor and door sounds can carry through thin walls.
Is El Place noisy?
Avenida Tupac Amaru is a main arterial road in northern Lima, carrying buses, combis (minibuses), and taxis from early morning until late evening. Expect continuous traffic rumbling, honking, and occasional loud trucks. The hotel itself may host local groups or families, so corridor noise and children running can happen, especially on lower floors near common areas. No nightclub or bar noise is typical for this area, but street activity peaks on weekends.
Which rooms have the best views at El Place?
Street-facing rooms on floors 4-6 of Avenida Tupac Amaru offer a view over the avenue and the mixed residential-commercial neighbourhood. Expect to see local shops, bus stops, and Lima's typical concrete skyline – not spectacular, but gives a real local feel. Courtyard views are of the building's inner wall and possibly a small garden, but much quieter.
What are insider tips for staying at El Place?
1. Check-in early (before 2pm) to have a better chance of securing a courtyard-facing room – they are fewer and go fast. 2. If street noise bothers you, bring foam earplugs or use the hotel's desk fan (if available) for white noise, as many 3-star Lima hotels do not have soundproof windows.
What time is check-in at El Place?
Check-in at El Place is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does El Place have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi for all guests; speed around 20 Mbps down/5 Mbps up (sufficient for streaming). No login constraints – just accept a terms screen on first connection
Is there a city or tourist tax at El Place?
None (Lima does not impose a city tax on hotel stays; a 10% service charge may be added to the room rate by the hotel)
Where can I eat cheaply near El Place?
A menú del día (soup, main, drink) at a modest eatery is typically S/12–18.
What is the cheapest way to get around from El Place?
The 'Metropolitano' bus system costs S/2.50 per ride; from the airport, take a regular bus (S/2) or a shared taxi/van for around S/20–30.
When is the best time to visit Lima?
December to March: sunny, warm (25-28°C), low humidity, and no rain. These are Lima’s summer months with clear skies, ideal for walking the Malecon or surfing.
Principali attrazioni a Lima
💡 Guards change at the Government Palace at noon most days—arrive early for a clear spot.
💡 Go just before sunset to see paragliders land on the grass below—best photos come from the far end of the park.
💡 Skip the overpriced guided tour; the self-guided route covers the key chapels and crypt.
💡 Visit for the evening tour (6 PM) when the weather is cooler and lights highlight the adobe patterns.
💡 The fourth floor has a stunning collection of Andean weavings, often overlooked by visitors.