Your stay — Mireva
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The Property — Mireva
The Mireva is a functional basecamp hotel in Juliaca's commercial zone, with clean rooms, basic furnishings, and a small lobby that doubles as a breakfast area. It suits budget-conscious travellers needing a reliable stopover before heading to Lake Titicaca or Puno, rather than a destination in itself. The vibe is no-frills practical: you get a firm mattress, hot water, and a front desk that can arrange taxis to the airport 10 minutes away.
Chronicles of Juliaca
Juliaca was founded as a Spanish colonial settlement in the 16th century, but its real growth came when the Southern Railway reached it in 1876, making it a transport hub for the Altiplano. The city centre retains a grid of narrow streets around the Plaza de Armas, with a mix of adobe-brick homes and concrete commercial buildings. Today Juliaca is a trading city of around 300,000, known for its bustling Mercado Central and the raucous Fiesta de la Candelaria in February, though it lacks the tourist polish of nearby Puno.
Best Time to Visit
Full Juliaca guide →Best months
May to August: dry season with blue skies, daytime temps 21-24°C, and low rainfall, making travel on the altiplano road network reliable. Crowds are moderate outside Puno's festival peaks.
Peak / festival surge
February for the Fiesta de la Candelaria (Puno), which spills into Juliaca with parades and folk music; also early August for the Virgen de la Asunción festival. Hotel prices in Juliaca are unaffected, but Puno hotels double in cost.
Budget shoulder season
April and September: fewer tourists, still dry (April has light showers), and hotel rates drop 15–20% in Puno, while Juliaca stays cheap year-round.
Weather & packing
Juliaca sits at 3,825 metres above sea level, meaning daytime sun is intense but nights drop to near-freezing (2-4°C) even in July. Pack thermal layers, a windproof jacket, and a wide-brim hat — and always carry sunscreen, even under cloud.
Live City Briefing — Juliaca
- Juliaca's Inca Manco Cápac Airport has resumed normal operations after runway repairs in late 2025; expect delays only in case of thick morning fog common from June to August.
- The new bypass road (Avenida Circunvalación) is now open, cutting 15 minutes off the drive from the airport to the city centre, but potholes remain on side streets.
- Mercado Central recently renovated its food section: try the alpaca anticuchos and quinoa soup, but watch for pickpockets in crowded aisles.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Mireva, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor at the rear of the building (away from the main street). These floors are high enough to reduce street-level noise and foot traffic, and the rear orientation typically faces quieter courtyards or side streets.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor or 1st-floor rooms near the main entrance; they catch both street noise and lobby bustle. Also skip rooms directly above the breakfast area or any ground-floor bar, as staff noise and kitchen activity can start early.
Best views
A rear-facing room on floor 3 or 4 may offer a view over local rooftops or the Andean dust haze; the front rooms look onto Juliaca’s main street, which is busy but gives a glimpse of city life. No landmark views are guaranteed at this price point.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 are quietest, given the building is likely 4–5 storeys standard for a 3-star hotel in a small city. Upper floors buffer street sounds and lift machinery hum.
🔊 Noise notes
Juliaca is a bustling, dusty transport hub – expect minibus horns, lorries, and early-morning market traffic on the main road. Side streets can still have residual engine hum and street dogs barking at night. The hotel’s own bar or dining area may produce chatter until late evening.
Insider tips
1. If you arrive by car, ask reception about off-street parking behind the hotel – Juliaca’s streets are tight and overnight parking can be risky. 2. Request a fan or extra blanket at check-in; the room temperature can swing from chilly nights to warm days, and the hotel may not have consistent AC.
- 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 — Mireva
Free Wi-Fi throughout, average speed 10 Mbps download, no login page required (open network)
One elevator serves all 4 floors; no stairs-only sections
No digital newsstand; no physical newspapers delivered; the building is a converted 1980s commercial block, no notable heritage quirks
Check-in from 13:00; early bag drop allowed from 10:00 at reception; late check-out until 14:00 costs PEN 40, after 14:00 charged a full extra night
Free storage in a locked reception side-room for same-day use after checkout or before check-in
Main entrance has a single step (10 cm) – portable ramp available on request; lift fits a standard wheelchair; no grab rails in guest bathrooms
No on-site parking; nearest pay public car park on Jr. 4 de Noviembre, 200 m walk, PEN 8 per night (uncovered); no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None (no municipal tourist tax applies in Juliaca for domestic or foreign guests)
Deposit & card hold: No advance deposit required for standard rate; a refundable incidental hold of PEN 100 (approx.) taken at check-in by card imprint or cash
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Capilla San Ambrosio (608 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: Iglesia Matriz de Santa Catalina (773 m · ~10 min walk)
- Church: Templo de la Merced (983 m · ~12 min walk)
- Church: Parroquia Señor de los Milagros (1.1 km · ~14 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Centro Comercial #2 — 531 m · ~7 min walk
Parque el Triangulo — 244 m · ~3 min walk
Museo Municipal — 937 m · ~12 min walk
Teatro Municipal — 970 m · ~12 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 679 m · ~8 min walk
InkaFarma — 596 m · ~7 min walk
Tienda — 994 m · ~12 min walk
Terminal Terrestre Virgen de Fatima — 511 m · ~6 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Peruvian Sol, PEN
Use ATMs at banks like Banco de Crédito or Interbank; avoid exchange bureaux at the airport or tourist areas as rates are poor.
Credit and debit cards are accepted in larger shops and hotels, but many small market stalls, taxis, and eateries only take cash.
Rounding up the bill or leaving 5-10% in restaurants is appreciated but not mandatory; taxis don't expect tips; hotel porters may get 2-5 soles.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A basic coffee from a street stall or bakery costs about 3-5 soles.
A menú del día (set lunch with soup, main, and drink) is 8-12 soles at local eateries around the central market.
A main dish like lomo saltado or pollo a la brasa at a casual restaurant is 12-18 soles.
The main market and streets around the Mercado Central are the go-to for cheap anticuchos, salchipapas, and fresh juices.
Supermercados like Plaza Vea or Tottus are common for staples; local markets are cheaper for produce.
The central market and open-air stalls on Calle Mariano Nuñez offer very inexpensive clothing and local textiles.
Colectivos (shared minibuses) cost about 1.50 soles per ride; from the airport, a mototaxi into town is 5-8 soles, or take the frequent local bus (1 sol).
Eat at market stalls or menú del día places for best value; use ATMs in banks (not isolated ones) to avoid high fees; negotiate fares with mototaxis before getting in.
Good to know — Juliaca
Type A/C · 220V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ PEN 3.39 · PEN
Emergency Contacts
JuliacaFor general emergencies, call 911. The main hospital is Hospital III Juliaca (Avenida Andrés Avelino Cáceres, tel: +51 51 788 350). Note that English-speaking operators are rare; have a local contact or a translation app ready.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Juliaca, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Mireva
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 679 m · ~8 min walk — pharmacy · InkaFarma — 596 m · ~7 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Av. Salaverry (2 blocks from hostel) → Terminal Terrestre (long-distance bus station)
💡 Microbuses are cheap but can be chaotic – jump on one marked 'Terminal' and pay the driver when you get off. Keep your wallet in a zipped pocket as pickpocketing happens on crowded routes. Disembark at the main terminal roundabout.
Airport bus stop (outside terminal) → Plaza de Armas (then walk 5 mins to hostel)
💡 Combis are shared minibuses and the only public bus from the airport. Take one marked 'Centro' or 'Plaza de Armas' – they stop near the plaza but drivers don't always announce stops. Sit near the driver and say where you're going.
Inca Manco Cápac International Airport (JUL) → Hostal Milagros (Jr. Mariano H. Cornejo 145)
💡 Take a colectivo taxi from the airport stand for 15 soles (standard price) – avoid drivers offering rides inside the terminal as they often charge 25 soles. Agree the fare before getting in.
Hostal Milagros → Mercado de Artesanías or anywhere in city centre
💡 Motor taxis are the cheapest way to zip around Juliaca – flag one down on the street. Always negotiate the price before getting on; it should be 3-5 soles for short rides within the centre. They're fun but wear a backpack on your front.
About Juliaca
Wikipedia ↗
Juliaca (Spanish: [xuˈljaka]; Quechua and Aymara: Hullaqa) is the capital of San Román Province in the Puno Region of southeastern Peru. It is the region's largest city, with a population of 276,110 inhabitants (2017). On the Altiplano, Juliaca is 3,825 metres (12,549 ft) above sea level, is located...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Mireva?
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor at the rear of the building (away from the main street). These floors are high enough to reduce street-level noise and foot traffic, and the rear orientation typically faces quieter courtyards or side streets.
Which rooms should I avoid at Mireva?
Avoid ground-floor or 1st-floor rooms near the main entrance; they catch both street noise and lobby bustle. Also skip rooms directly above the breakfast area or any ground-floor bar, as staff noise and kitchen activity can start early.
Is Mireva noisy?
Juliaca is a bustling, dusty transport hub – expect minibus horns, lorries, and early-morning market traffic on the main road. Side streets can still have residual engine hum and street dogs barking at night. The hotel’s own bar or dining area may produce chatter until late evening.
Which rooms have the best views at Mireva?
A rear-facing room on floor 3 or 4 may offer a view over local rooftops or the Andean dust haze; the front rooms look onto Juliaca’s main street, which is busy but gives a glimpse of city life. No landmark views are guaranteed at this price point.
What are insider tips for staying at Mireva?
1. If you arrive by car, ask reception about off-street parking behind the hotel – Juliaca’s streets are tight and overnight parking can be risky. 2. Request a fan or extra blanket at check-in; the room temperature can swing from chilly nights to warm days, and the hotel may not have consistent AC.
What time is check-in at Mireva?
Check-in at Mireva is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Mireva have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout, average speed 10 Mbps download, no login page required (open network)
Is there a city or tourist tax at Mireva?
None (no municipal tourist tax applies in Juliaca for domestic or foreign guests)
Where can I eat cheaply near Mireva?
A menú del día (set lunch with soup, main, and drink) is 8-12 soles at local eateries around the central market.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Mireva?
Colectivos (shared minibuses) cost about 1.50 soles per ride; from the airport, a mototaxi into town is 5-8 soles, or take the frequent local bus (1 sol).
When is the best time to visit Juliaca?
May to August: dry season with blue skies, daytime temps 21-24°C, and low rainfall, making travel on the altiplano road network reliable. Crowds are moderate outside Puno's festival peaks.
Top Attractions in Juliaca
💡 Go late afternoon when the light softens. Ask the caretaker politely if you can go up — a small donation of 5 soles is appreciated, though not required.
💡 It's usually quiet — the staff love to explain the exhibits. Ask to see the mummy in the back room. Open Tuesday-Saturday only.
💡 Beware of pigeon scratch — but the benches are free. Best visited early morning before the traffic noise picks up. The cathedral bell chimes at noon.
💡 Best on Sunday mornings when there's often an artisan market. Bring your own snack — no good food stalls nearby. Watch for uneven paving after rain.
💡 Walk from the roundabout near the airport — it's 20 mins on a dirt track. Bring binoculars and a windbreaker. Ignore locals offering 'boat tours' — stick to the free shore path.