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El Dolar II

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부동산 — El Dolar II

El Dolar II is a no-frills, family-run hotel in central Lima, close to Plaza San Martín and the historic centre. The lobby feels like a modest 1980s Spanish-style townhouse: terracotta tiles, ironwork and a quiet, practical atmosphere. It suits budget-conscious travellers who need a clean bed near the main sights, not luxury. The USP is its location — walking distance to the Government Palace, Cathedral and the buzzing Jirón de la Unión pedestrian street.

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Lima 연대기

Lima was founded by Francisco Pizarro in 1535 as the ‘City of Kings’, becoming the capital of the Viceroyalty of Peru and the richest city in Spanish South America. Its historic centre retains colonial and republican architecture, including wooden balconies and ornate churches like the San Francisco monastery. The 20th century brought modernist districts such as San Isidro and Miraflores, the latter now the upmarket coastal hub. Today Lima is a sprawling metropolis of 10 million, known globally for its ceviche and its layered identity: colonial grandeur alongside informal markets and a vibrant contemporary art scene.

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최고의 달

December to March: summer in Lima means clear skies, warm sea breezes and a lively vibe on the Malecón. These are the best months for beach days and outdoor dining, with fewer tourists than in July.

Peak / Festival Surge 근처 오락거리

January and February are the hottest, busiest months for domestic tourism, plus the Feria del Libro and various concerts. Hotel prices rise 20–40% compared to winter, and El Dolar II is often booked by Peruvian families visiting the capital.

Budget Shoulder 시즌

April and November: mild weather, lower humidity and good airfare discounts. The fog of winter hasn't fully set in, and crowds are thin. Great for exploring museums and food tours without the summer crush.

날씨 & 포장

Lima sits on the Pacific and its climate is dominated by the Humboldt Current — expect persistent grey drizzle from June to September (the ‘garúa’). Pack a light waterproof jacket or a hoodie, even if the forecast shows sun; the city is often overcast with fine mist in winter mornings.

City Briefing 근처 오락거리 — Lima

  • The Barranco district’s Bajada de los Baños has been renovated with new public murals and improved lighting – good for evening photography walks.
  • Lima’s airport expansion continues; Jorge Chávez International Airport remains operational but expect potential traffic delays on the access road until the new terminal opens in 2025.
  • The city introduced a new bus lane on Avenida Abancay, cutting journey times from the historic centre to Miraflores, but also causing short-term rerouting for taxis and ride-shares.

Your Perfect Room

✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026

Before you check in to El Dolar II, here's what to know about choosing the right room.

Best rooms to request

Request a room on the third or fourth floor, facing away from the main street (Jirón de la Unión is a busy pedestrian and vehicular route). These mid-level floors avoid ground-floor street noise and are accessible by lift without being too high for quick stair access.

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Rooms to avoid

Steer clear of rooms on the first floor—they face direct street noise from pedestrians, taxis, and tour buses, plus potential kitchen/service sounds. Also avoid any room near the lift shaft on any floor, as the lift can be audible in adjoining walls.

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Best views

Rooms at the rear of the hotel overlook the interior courtyard or neighbouring rooftops—quieter but with limited vista. If you can, a higher-floor front room (third floor or above) gives a partial view of the historic centre's architecture, but street noise is a trade-off.

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Quietest floors

Third and fourth floors are the quietest—buffered from street level by two floors and from roof-level mechanical noise by being mid-building.

🔊 Noise notes

El Dolar II is on Jirón de la Unión, a lively pedestrianised street in Lima's historic centre. Expect daytime crowd noise, street performers, and early-morning deliveries. Traffic on adjacent Avenida Abancay adds a low rumble. Weekend evenings can be loud with restaurant/bar spill-out.

Insider tips

1. Ask for a room with an interior courtyard view when booking—much quieter than street-facing. 2. Bring earplugs if your sleep is light; the hotel's single-glazed windows are typical for a 3-star property in this area.

How to request your preferred room:
  1. Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
  2. Add a note in your booking comments field
  3. Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available

호텔 시설 — El Dolar II

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Wi-Fi

Free basic WiFi (up to 8 Mbps) throughout; one device per room; no login, just open network. No paid tier available

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Lift / Elevator

One passenger lift serves all six floors; no stairs-only sections

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Media & Newspapers

Complimentary digital news kiosk in lobby (PressReader); no physical newspapers; building is a converted 1920s mansion with original tilework in the staircase

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Check-in / Check-out

Check-in from 13:00; early bag drop at front desk from 07:00; late check-out possible until 18:00 for 50 PEN surcharge (subject to availability)

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Baggage Storage

Complimentary luggage storage in locked closet near reception; no time limit but keys held at front desk

Accessibility

No step-free entrance; two small steps at main door (no ramp); lift fits standard wheelchair; no adapted guest rooms; ground floor restaurant accessible via side door with one step

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Parking

No on-site parking; nearest public car park is Dólar Parking at Jr. de la Unión 780, 3 blocks away, 30 PEN/night (rates higher during Lima’s Thursday night market — 40 PEN); no EV charging within 5 blocks

수수료, 세금 & 예금

City / tourist tax: None

Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking for non-refundable rates; refundable rates hold a 50% deposit plus 200 PEN incidental card hold at check-in

Faith & Dietary 근처 오락거리

  • Church: Iglesia Evangélica Pentecostal Del Perú - Filial Jesús Oropeza Chonta (506 m · ~6 min walk)
  • Church: La Iglesia de Jesucristo de los Santos de los Últimos Días (742 m · ~9 min walk)
  • Church: Iglesia de Jesucristo de los Santos de los Últimos Días (1.0 km · ~13 min walk)
  • Church: La Iglesia de Jesucristo de los Santos de los Últimos Días (1.0 km · ~13 min walk)

지역 라이프 스타일 & 레크리에이션

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Shopping

Alameda Plaza — 2.5 km · ~31 min walk

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Walking & Running

Los Pinos — 274 m · ~3 min walk

5분 라디오 필수

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Nearest ATM

Nearest — 848 m · ~11 min walk

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Nearest Pharmacy

Medfarma — 239 m · ~3 min walk

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Convenience Store

María — 273 m · ~3 min walk

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Nearest Transit

Santa Rosa — 536 m · ~7 min walk

돈 & 통화

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Local currency

Peruvian Sol, PEN

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Where to exchange

Use ATMs in Miraflores or San Isidro for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at Jorge Chávez Airport and tourist-heavy spots like Plaza de Armas.

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Cards & contactless

Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted in shops, restaurants, and hotels in Lima; contactless payments common in modern stores, but cash is king at markets and small eateries.

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Tipping etiquette

No strict rule; round up taxi fares, leave 5-10% at mid-range restaurants, and tip porters 2-3 soles per bag.

식사, 쇼핑 & 여행에 대한 예산

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Cheap coffee

A simple café con leche from a corner bakery or bodega costs about 4-5 soles.

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Best-value lunch

A menú ejecutivo at a local cebichería or chifa runs 12-18 soles and includes soup, main, and a drink.

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Affordable dinner

Most pollerías and anticucho stalls serve filling mains like pollo a la brasa for 15-20 soles.

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Street food & cheap eats

Head to the streets around Mercado Surquillo or the night-time anticucho stalls in Barranco for cheap, safe eats like salchipapas and anticuchos.

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Budget groceries

Supermarkets Plaza Vea and Tottus are common in residential areas; Metro and Wong are pricier.

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Affordable clothes

Gamarra in La Victoria is the wholesale district for cheap clothing; for everyday basics, try Ripley or Falabella sales.

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Cheapest way around

The Metropolitano bus system costs 3.20 soles per ride with a rechargeable card; from the airport, take the Airport Express bus (8 soles) or a regular bus to Miraflores (5 soles), avoiding the 50-sol taxis.

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Money-saving tips

Eat at lunchtime menú in Miraflores or Barranco instead of dinner – same food, half price. Avoid bottled water – tap water is safe in Lima and refill at your hotel. Use Uber or Cabify for airport trips instead of official taxis.

아는 것이 좋다 — Lima

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Plugs & power

Type A/C · 220V

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Tap water

not safe — drink bottled

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Currency

$1 ≈ PEN 3.4 · PEN

Emergency Contacts

Lima
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Police
105
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Ambulance / Medical
106
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Fire Department
116

Dial 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

1
La Orejita barbecue
££
🚶 3 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
2
Barzela Local
££
🚶 6 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
3
El Bolivarcito Local
££
🚶 9 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
4
Union Central Lima Local
££
🚶 12 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
5
Cosmos Local
££
🚶 15 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
6
Norky's peruvian
££
🚶 18 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
7
La Casona Café Restaurant Local
££
🚶 21 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
8
Cevicheria La Bahia Secreta Local
££
🚶 24 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome

💡 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 Dolar II

🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.

🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 848 m · ~11 min walkpharmacy · Medfarma — 239 m · ~3 min walk

🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →

주위를 둘러보는

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Metropolitano Bus 3.50 PEN (approx. £0.70) per ride with rechargeable card

Central Lima (Estacion Central) → Hotel Bahia (Angamos stop, Miraflores)

25 min · every 3-5 minutes (peak), every 10-15 minutes (off-peak) · 5:00 AM to 11:00 PM (Mon-Sat), 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM (Sun)

💡 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.

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Airport Express Lima 35 PEN (approx. £7) one-way

Jorge Chávez International Airport (LIM) → Hotel Bahia (Miraflores, Larco Mar stop)

50 min · every 30 minutes · 5:00 AM to 11:00 PM

💡 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.

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Uber/Cabify 45-70 PEN (approx. £9-14) depending on surge

Jorge Chávez International Airport (LIM) → Hotel Bahia (Miraflores)

40 min · on demand · 24/7

💡 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.

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Official Airport Taxi (Green Taxi) 60-80 PEN (approx. £12-16)

Jorge Chávez International Airport (LIM) → Hotel Bahia (Miraflores)

40 min · on demand · 24/7

💡 Pre-pay at the official booth inside arrivals. Ignore touts outside; they charge more and are less safe.

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자주 묻는 질문

What are the best rooms at El Dolar II?

Request a room on the third or fourth floor, facing away from the main street (Jirón de la Unión is a busy pedestrian and vehicular route). These mid-level floors avoid ground-floor street noise and are accessible by lift without being too high for quick stair access.

Which rooms should I avoid at El Dolar II?

Steer clear of rooms on the first floor—they face direct street noise from pedestrians, taxis, and tour buses, plus potential kitchen/service sounds. Also avoid any room near the lift shaft on any floor, as the lift can be audible in adjoining walls.

Is El Dolar II noisy?

El Dolar II is on Jirón de la Unión, a lively pedestrianised street in Lima's historic centre. Expect daytime crowd noise, street performers, and early-morning deliveries. Traffic on adjacent Avenida Abancay adds a low rumble. Weekend evenings can be loud with restaurant/bar spill-out.

Which rooms have the best views at El Dolar II?

Rooms at the rear of the hotel overlook the interior courtyard or neighbouring rooftops—quieter but with limited vista. If you can, a higher-floor front room (third floor or above) gives a partial view of the historic centre's architecture, but street noise is a trade-off.

What are insider tips for staying at El Dolar II?

1. Ask for a room with an interior courtyard view when booking—much quieter than street-facing. 2. Bring earplugs if your sleep is light; the hotel's single-glazed windows are typical for a 3-star property in this area.

What time is check-in at El Dolar II?

Check-in at El Dolar II is from null. Check-out is by null.

Does El Dolar II have Wi-Fi?

Free basic WiFi (up to 8 Mbps) throughout; one device per room; no login, just open network. No paid tier available

Is there a city or tourist tax at El Dolar II?

None

Where can I eat cheaply near El Dolar II?

A menú ejecutivo at a local cebichería or chifa runs 12-18 soles and includes soup, main, and a drink.

What is the cheapest way to get around from El Dolar II?

The Metropolitano bus system costs 3.20 soles per ride with a rechargeable card; from the airport, take the Airport Express bus (8 soles) or a regular bus to Miraflores (5 soles), avoiding the 50-sol taxis.

When is the best time to visit Lima?

December to March: summer in Lima means clear skies, warm sea breezes and a lively vibe on the Malecón. These are the best months for beach days and outdoor dining, with fewer tourists than in July.

Lima 주요 관광지

Plaza de Armas (Plaza Mayor) Free

💡 Guards change at the Government Palace at noon most days—arrive early for a clear spot.

Parque del Amor Free

💡 Go just before sunset to see paragliders land on the grass below—best photos come from the far end of the park.

Cathedral of Lima

💡 Skip the overpriced guided tour; the self-guided route covers the key chapels and crypt.

Huaca Pucllana

💡 Visit for the evening tour (6 PM) when the weather is cooler and lights highlight the adobe patterns.

Museo de la Nación

💡 The fourth floor has a stunning collection of Andean weavings, often overlooked by visitors.

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