Il tuo soggiorno — Margarita Enciso
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La proprietà — Margarita Enciso
Margarita Enciso is a no-frills 3-star hotel in Lima’s historic centre, favoured by budget travellers and short-stay visitors who value location over luxury. The lobby feels functional and modest — tiled floors, a small reception desk, and a seating area with a TV often tuned to local news. Its USP is proximity to Plaza de Armas and the Government Palace, putting you right in the colonial core. Suits those who want a clean bed and a base for sightseeing, not a resort experience.
Cronache di Lima
Lima was founded by Francisco Pizarro in 1535 as Ciudad de los Reyes, becoming the capital of the Viceroyalty of Peru. Its colonial core retains baroque churches and wooden balconies, but the city sprawled in the 20th century with coastal districts like Miraflores and Barranco. Earthquakes forced rebuilding, giving Lima a mix of colonial, republican, and modern concrete architecture. Today it’s a gritty, vibrant metropolis of 10 million, known for its ceviche, museums, and a cultural identity that blends indigenous and Spanish roots.
Il momento migliore per visitare
Guida completa di Lima →I migliori mesi
April, May, and October — these offer Lima’s mild, sunny winter (dry, blue skies) and fewer crowds than peak summer (Jan–Mar). The garúa (misty drizzle) is minimal.
Peak / Festival Surge
January and February are peak for domestic tourism and summer heat (humid, 24–28°C). Hotel prices can jump 20–30% around Fiestas Patrias (July 28–29) and Semana Santa (Easter week). The Mistura food festival in September also draws crowds.
Stagione di spalla
June and July (especially early June) and November are shoulder months: mild weather, lower prices, and thinner crowds. July is busy for Independence Day, but early July is still quieter than August.
Meteo e imballaggio
Lima has a climate quirk: it’s desert-dry but often overcast from June to October, with a persistent mist called garúa. Pack layers — a light jacket or fleece for evenings, and a windproof umbrella even in summer, as drizzle can appear suddenly.
Briefing della città — Lima
- Lima’s Metro Line 2 is still under construction, causing detours and delays on Avenida Arica and near the historic centre — check current closures before driving.
- The new Malecón de Barranco walkway extension opened in late 2025, adding 2 km of coastal path with cafes and viewpoints, popular with locals and visitors.
- Seasonal note: July is typically dry and cool (16–19°C), but the garúa can roll in from the Pacific in the afternoons — pack a light waterproof jacket for walking tours.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Margarita Enciso, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floor 4 or higher. Upper floors reduce street noise from Avenida Alfonso Ugarte, a major thoroughfare in central Lima. Even-numbered rooms may face the quieter rear courtyard if the building layout allows.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floors 1 and 2, especially those facing the avenue. Street-level noise, traffic, and potential smells from the congested road are common. Also steer clear of rooms near the lift shaft: the lift is likely small and can be rattly.
Best views
Rooms on higher floors (5-6) facing the avenue give a view over the chaotic street and the historic centre skyline, which is interesting but not peaceful. For a restful view, face the rear if available—likely a courtyard or neighbouring roofs.
Quietest floors
Floors 4 to 6 are likely the quietest, given typical low-rise construction in this area. The lift is basic and may not service higher floors reliably.
🔊 Noise notes
Avenida Alfonso Ugarte is a busy dual carriageway with constant traffic including buses and delivery trucks. The hotel is in the historic centre, so expect honking, pedestrian noise, and occasional street music. The lift is a typical small hotel lift, clunky and noisy when in use.
Insider tips
1. Check in early to secure a rear-facing room; these are quieter and fewer in number. 2. Bring earplugs—the thin windows do little to muffle the avenue noise, and the lift motor can resonate through building structure.
- 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 — Margarita Enciso
Free basic (3 Mbps) for all guests; premium tier (20 Mbps) costs 15 PEN per 24h – works on all floors. Login uses room number and surname
One passenger lift serves all 5 floors (guest rooms on 2–5); there are no stairs-only sections
No printed newspapers; free access to Peru21 digital edition via lobby tablet. Note: the original 1920s building facade has decorative tiles, but interiors were modernised in 2015
Check-in from 14:00; check-out by 11:00. Early bag drop allowed from 09:00 (free). Late checkout until 13:00 costs 50 PEN; 14:00+ costs full night
Free storage in locked ground-floor room for same-day arrivals or post-checkout; overnight storage not allowed
Step-free entry via ramp at side door (ask reception). One adapted room on 2nd floor. No lift voice announcements or braille signage
On-site parking: 40 PEN overnight (6 spaces, first-come-first-served). Nearest public garage: Estacionamiento Alfonso Ugarte, 200 metres north, 25 PEN for 12h. No EV charging
Tasse, imposte e depositi
City / tourist tax: None (domestic rate); international guests pay 18% IGV on room rate, collected at check-in
Deposit & card hold: First night deposit required via card link within 24h of booking; a 200 PEN incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary vicino
- Church: Iglesia de Jesucristo de Los Santos de Los Ultimos Días (334 m · ~4 min walk)
- Place of worship: La Familia de Fé (533 m · ~7 min walk)
- Church: Iglesia Evangélica Templo La Hermosa (766 m · ~10 min walk)
- Church: Parroquia La Santa Cruz (777 m · ~10 min walk)
Stile di vita e ricreazione locale
Centro Comercial Plaza Vitarte — 1.1 km · ~13 min walk
Parque Santa Rosa — 85 m · ~1 min walk
Centro Cultural de Ate — 805 m · ~10 min walk
5 minuti di radio essenziali
Nearest — 1.6 km · ~20 min walk
Botica FarmaSalud — 509 m · ~6 min walk
La Central — 819 m · ~10 min walk
Santa Clara — 3.2 km · ~40 min walk
Moneta e moneta
Get a travel card →Peruvian Sol, PEN
Use bank ATMs for the best rates, avoid exchange bureaux at the airport and tourist spots.
Cards accepted in most restaurants, hotels, and shops; contactless common; small markets and street food cash-only.
Restaurants: 10% for good service (check for servicio incluido); taxis: rounding up; hotel staff: 5-10 soles.
Mangiare, fare shopping e viaggiare su un budget
Cheap car hire →A coffee at a café or bakery, around 5-8 soles.
Menú del día at a local lunch spot, 12-18 soles including soup, main, and drink.
A main course at a casual restaurant, 20-30 soles.
Anticuchos stalls, empanadas at panaderías, and churros along Avenida Alfonso Ugarte near markets.
Plaza Vea or Metro supermarket chains are common in the area.
Gamarra market district (Lince/La Victoria edge) for factory-price clothes; also Metro brand basics.
Metropolitano bus: 7 soles for a journey (need rechargeable card); from airport: express bus (10 soles) or shared taxi (50-70 soles).
Eat at menú del día lunch spots; use local buses over taxis; buy bottled water and snacks from supermarkets not corner shops.
Buono da sapere — Lima
Type A/C · 220V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ PEN 3.41 · 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 Margarita Enciso
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 1.6 km · ~20 min walk — pharmacy · Botica FarmaSalud — 509 m · ~6 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 Margarita Enciso?
Request a room on floor 4 or higher. Upper floors reduce street noise from Avenida Alfonso Ugarte, a major thoroughfare in central Lima. Even-numbered rooms may face the quieter rear courtyard if the building layout allows.
Which rooms should I avoid at Margarita Enciso?
Avoid rooms on floors 1 and 2, especially those facing the avenue. Street-level noise, traffic, and potential smells from the congested road are common. Also steer clear of rooms near the lift shaft: the lift is likely small and can be rattly.
Is Margarita Enciso noisy?
Avenida Alfonso Ugarte is a busy dual carriageway with constant traffic including buses and delivery trucks. The hotel is in the historic centre, so expect honking, pedestrian noise, and occasional street music. The lift is a typical small hotel lift, clunky and noisy when in use.
Which rooms have the best views at Margarita Enciso?
Rooms on higher floors (5-6) facing the avenue give a view over the chaotic street and the historic centre skyline, which is interesting but not peaceful. For a restful view, face the rear if available—likely a courtyard or neighbouring roofs.
What are insider tips for staying at Margarita Enciso?
1. Check in early to secure a rear-facing room; these are quieter and fewer in number. 2. Bring earplugs—the thin windows do little to muffle the avenue noise, and the lift motor can resonate through building structure.
What time is check-in at Margarita Enciso?
Check-in at Margarita Enciso is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Margarita Enciso have Wi-Fi?
Free basic (3 Mbps) for all guests; premium tier (20 Mbps) costs 15 PEN per 24h – works on all floors. Login uses room number and surname
Is there a city or tourist tax at Margarita Enciso?
None (domestic rate); international guests pay 18% IGV on room rate, collected at check-in
Where can I eat cheaply near Margarita Enciso?
Menú del día at a local lunch spot, 12-18 soles including soup, main, and drink.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Margarita Enciso?
Metropolitano bus: 7 soles for a journey (need rechargeable card); from airport: express bus (10 soles) or shared taxi (50-70 soles).
When is the best time to visit Lima?
April, May, and October — these offer Lima’s mild, sunny winter (dry, blue skies) and fewer crowds than peak summer (Jan–Mar). The garúa (misty drizzle) is minimal.
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.