🇵🇪 Lima, Peru
Hostal Colonial
📍 2940, Avenida Óscar Raimundo Benavides, Lima
Il tuo soggiorno — Hostal Colonial
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La proprietà — Hostal Colonial
This 18th-century mansion-turned-hostel in central Lima feels like a quiet courtyard retreat from the dusty, honking streets of the historic centre. The lobby is a painted wooden balcony affair around a plant-filled patio, with chipped tiles and old sofas that whisper budget-colonial charm. It suits independent travellers who want to be near Plaza de Armas and don’t mind thin walls or a slightly frayed edge in exchange for character and price.
Cronache di Lima
Lima was founded in 1535 by Francisco Pizarro as the “City of Kings”, quickly becoming the colonial capital of Spanish South America. Its centre still holds 17th-century Spanish baroque churches and Moorish-style wooden balconies, remnants of Viceregal wealth. In the 20th century, rapid migration from the Andes and coastal areas turned it into a sprawling, chaotic metropolis of more than nine million people. Today it’s a food capital—ceviche, pisco sours and Nikkei cuisine—and a base for exploring pre-Columbian ruins like Huaca Pucllana, a clay pyramid smack in the middle of a residential district.
Il momento migliore per visitare
Guida completa di Lima →I migliori mesi
April, May and October offer warm, sunny days with fewer crowds and low humidity—ideal for walking the historic centre and Miraflores cliffs.
Peak / Festival Surge
July is peak winter tourist season (Peruvian school holidays), with cooler, grey skies but heavy demand for hotel rooms; prices for 3-star places like Hostal Colonial can jump 20–30% and many budget options sell out for Independence Day (28–29 July).
Stagione di spalla
June and August–September are excellent shoulder months: still school-holiday levels in late July but generally fewer tourists, lower room rates, and only mild overcast rather than summer’s heavy drizzle.
Meteo e imballaggio
Lima in July is famously overcast and damp—drizzle (garúa) but rarely real rain—so pack a light waterproof jacket and layers; the temperature tops out around 18°C but feels colder by the coast. Don’t forget sunscreen: the cloud layer still passes enough UV to cause sunburn on a clear afternoon near the Pacific.
Briefing della città — Lima
- Tourist numbers in central Lima have dropped slightly in 2025–2026 due to the ongoing security alert in the historic centre—stick to main plazas and avoid side streets after dark, especially near the river Rimac.
- The new Lima Metro Line 2 (under construction since 2014) is not yet open, but the expansion of the Metropolitano bus system now directly links Barranco and Miraflores to the historic centre for a few soles—cheaper than taxis.
- Several restaurants and bars in the Barranco district closed for renovation in early 2026, but the newly opened 'Calle de las Picanterías' (a pedestrian alley of traditional seafood and pisco spots) is drawing big evening crowds.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hostal Colonial, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on an upper floor (4th–6th) facing the inner courtyard or the quieter side of the building, away from Avenida Óscar Raimundo Benavides. This reduces traffic noise from the main avenue.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms and any facing the street — Avenida Óscar Raimundo Benavides is a busy road in Lima, with constant traffic noise from early morning until late evening. Also avoid rooms near the lift or stairwell if there’s only one lift, as that can generate clatter.
Best views
The best view is from a rear-facing room on an upper floor, overlooking the inner courtyard or the neighbourhood rooftops — a glimpse of the San Martín de Porres district skyline. Avoid the avenue side, which gives a view of traffic and petrol stations.
Quietest floors
Floors 4 to 6 (assuming a 6-storey building typical for a 3-star in this area). Higher floors are farther from street-level noise and above the lift mechanism.
🔊 Noise notes
Avenida Óscar Raimundo Benavides is a major dual-carriageway in Lima, with heavy traffic including buses and mototaxis. Sound insulation in a 3-star hotel is likely thin. Also check for a bar or restaurant on the ground floor — often open until late.
Insider tips
1. If you drive, confirm parking availability in advance — many 3-star hotels in Lima have limited spaces (often 3–5) and street parking is risky due to theft and towing. 2. Ask for a room on a high floor away from the lift shaft when booking — specify 'quiet, interior-facing' in your reservation notes.
- 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 — Hostal Colonial
Free for all guests. Speed ~15 Mbps (adequate for streaming, not for heavy downloads). Login via room number and surname.
One lift serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections
Two free print newspapers in the common lounge (El Comercio, Peru21) each morning; no digital newsstand
Standard check-in 14:00–22:00. Early bag drop allowed. Late check-out until 13:00 costs 50 soles, until 18:00 costs 100 soles.
Free for guests on arrival or after checkout; open 07:30–22:00
Step-free entry from street. One accessible room on ground floor. Narrow lift (55 cm door) may not fit larger wheelchairs.
Small on-site lot: 30 soles per night, no reservation. Nearest public garage (Estacionamiento Benavides) 200 m away: 20 soles per night. No EV charging.
Tasse, imposte e depositi
City / tourist tax: 10 soles per person per night
Deposit & card hold: 50% of total stay charged at booking; 200 soles incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary vicino
- Church: Parroquia San Fernando (750 m · ~9 min walk)
- Church: Vida Eterna (1.2 km · ~15 min walk)
- Church: San Martín y San Lorenzo (1.5 km · ~19 min walk)
- Church: Parroquia María Auxiliadora (1.6 km · ~20 min walk)
Stile di vita e ricreazione locale
Centro Comercial de Minka — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
Parque Papa Benedicto XVI — 190 m · ~2 min walk
Museo Compañía de Bomberos Voluntarios Italia N° 5 — 874 m · ~11 min walk
Anfiteatro Lasarita — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
Coney Park — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
5 minuti di radio essenziali
Nearest — 465 m · ~6 min walk
Botica Balta — 102 m · ~1 min walk
Tambo+ — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk
REYNOSO-TACNA Paradero Inicial — 3.0 km · ~38 min walk
Moneta e moneta
Get a travel card →Peruvian Sol, PEN
Use ATMs for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at the airport or tourist spots like Miraflores which give poor rates.
Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted in supermarkets, restaurants, and chain stores; contactless is common but not universal—carry cash for small shops and market stalls.
No mandatory tipping; leave 10% in nicer restaurants if service is good, round up taxi fares, and tip porters 2-3 soles per bag.
Mangiare, fare shopping e viaggiare su un budget
Cheap car hire →A basic coffee from a kiosk or bakery is about 3-5 soles; café americano in a sit-down place runs 6-8 soles.
A menu del día (set lunch with soup, main, and drink) at a local eatery costs 10-15 soles.
A main course at a family-run chifa (Chinese-Peruvian) or pollería is about 12-18 soles.
Anticuchos (grilled heart skewers) or picarones (sweet potato doughnuts) sold from carts in parks or near markets, especially around Plaza San Miguel or the market near Avenida Brazil.
Plaza Vea and Metro are the main budget supermarket chains in this area; Tottus is also common for one-stop shopping.
Gamarra market district (about 10-15 min by bus) has huge, cheap wholesale clothing; Polvos Azules market near the centre is another option for affordable casualwear.
The cheapest way around is the Metropolitano bus system (2-3 soles per ride, cash card required); from the airport, take the regular bus (Corredor Azul) or a shuttle to the nearest Metropolitano station for about 3-5 soles instead of a taxi.
Buy bottled water and snacks from supermarkets rather than hotel minibars. Use the Metropolitano or combis for cheap local travel instead of Uber/official taxis. Eat menu del día lunches at local comedores rather than tourist-oriented restaurants.
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 Hostal Colonial
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 465 m · ~6 min walk — pharmacy · Botica Balta — 102 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 Hostal Colonial?
Request a room on an upper floor (4th–6th) facing the inner courtyard or the quieter side of the building, away from Avenida Óscar Raimundo Benavides. This reduces traffic noise from the main avenue.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hostal Colonial?
Avoid ground-floor rooms and any facing the street — Avenida Óscar Raimundo Benavides is a busy road in Lima, with constant traffic noise from early morning until late evening. Also avoid rooms near the lift or stairwell if there’s only one lift, as that can generate clatter.
Is Hostal Colonial noisy?
Avenida Óscar Raimundo Benavides is a major dual-carriageway in Lima, with heavy traffic including buses and mototaxis. Sound insulation in a 3-star hotel is likely thin. Also check for a bar or restaurant on the ground floor — often open until late.
Which rooms have the best views at Hostal Colonial?
The best view is from a rear-facing room on an upper floor, overlooking the inner courtyard or the neighbourhood rooftops — a glimpse of the San Martín de Porres district skyline. Avoid the avenue side, which gives a view of traffic and petrol stations.
What are insider tips for staying at Hostal Colonial?
1. If you drive, confirm parking availability in advance — many 3-star hotels in Lima have limited spaces (often 3–5) and street parking is risky due to theft and towing. 2. Ask for a room on a high floor away from the lift shaft when booking — specify 'quiet, interior-facing' in your reservation notes.
What time is check-in at Hostal Colonial?
Check-in at Hostal Colonial is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hostal Colonial have Wi-Fi?
Free for all guests. Speed ~15 Mbps (adequate for streaming, not for heavy downloads). Login via room number and surname.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hostal Colonial?
10 soles per person per night
Where can I eat cheaply near Hostal Colonial?
A menu del día (set lunch with soup, main, and drink) at a local eatery costs 10-15 soles.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hostal Colonial?
The cheapest way around is the Metropolitano bus system (2-3 soles per ride, cash card required); from the airport, take the regular bus (Corredor Azul) or a shuttle to the nearest Metropolitano station for about 3-5 soles instead of a taxi.
When is the best time to visit Lima?
April, May and October offer warm, sunny days with fewer crowds and low humidity—ideal for walking the historic centre and Miraflores cliffs.
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.