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부동산 — Hostal El Picaflor
Hostal El Picaflor is a cheerful little budget guesthouse in Lima's Miraflores district, with a leafy courtyard and a modest breakfast corner. It feels like a clean, friendly base for backpackers and independent travellers who want to be walking distance to the cliffside parks and the coast, without paying boutique prices. The vibe is unpretentious and practical: polished concrete floors, local art on the walls, and staff who can help you find a ceviche spot down the road.
Lima 연대기
Lima was founded in 1535 by Francisco Pizarro as the Ciudad de los Reyes, quickly becoming the capital of Spain's South American empire. Its colonial core retains heavy Baroque churches and balconied mansions, while the 20th century brought sprawling modernist expansion and a dramatic coastal highway. Today Lima is a sprawling, chaotic metropolis of 9 million, famed for its world-class food scene, Pacific coastline, and a rich blend of indigenous and immigrant cultures.
방문하기 가장 좋은 시간
Lima 완전 가이드 →최고의 달
January to March: warm summer months with clear skies, low rain, and the city's liveliest atmosphere. December also offers good weather with holiday events but more crowds.
Peak / Festival Surge 근처 오락거리
July and August are the driest and coolest months, coinciding with Peruvian school holidays and international visitors. Hotel prices can spike 20-30% over shoulder months; the main draw is winter sun without Lima's usual fog.
Budget Shoulder 시즌
April and May offer pleasant autumn temperatures, fewer tourists, and better hotel rates. October and November also have mild conditions and discounts before the summer rush.
날씨 & 포장
Lima's climate is famously overcast from May to October, but rarely rains. Pack a light jacket or jumper for the cool drizzle, and sunscreen for the strong sun that can break through the cloud layer in the afternoon.
City Briefing 근처 오락거리 — Lima
- The new Line 2 of Lima's Metro is partially operational, reducing travel time from central Lima to Callao, though the full link east-west is still under construction.
- Miraflores's Malecón coastal walkway has reopened after a landslide repair in early 2026, restoring the popular route between Parque del Amor and Barranco.
- Lima's airport, Jorge Chávez, is due to open its new terminal in the first half of 2026, which should improve arrivals and departures for visitors this July.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hostal El Picaflor, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor facing the inner courtyard rather than the street. These upper floors have less footfall noise from the lobby and breakfast area, and the courtyard side is noticeably quieter than rooms facing Avenida Los Dominicos, which carries steady traffic from early morning.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms near the reception or breakfast area – they get noise from staff, early risers and deliveries. Also avoid rooms on the 2nd floor directly above the entry door, where street and lobby noise combine.
Best views
From upper floors facing Avenida Los Dominicos you get a standard city street view – nothing special. The courtyard view is nicer if the garden is kept; but don't expect a grand cityscape. No sea or mountain view at this address.
Quietest floors
The 3rd and 4th floors are the quietest, especially if you pick a courtyard-facing room. The 1st floor is busiest; the 2nd floor is passable but noiser than 3–4.
🔊 Noise notes
Avenida Los Dominicos is a busy arterial road in Lima's Miraflores district, with buses, taxis and private cars. Noise peaks during weekday rush hours (7–9am, 5–8pm). The nearby restaurant strip on Calle San Fernando adds evening chatter and music until 11pm. Weekends are quieter but still have steady traffic. The property has no pool or bar, so no amplified noise, but the breakfast room opens at 6.30am and you'll hear plates and chairs on the tiled floor.
Insider tips
Ask at check-in for a top-floor courtyard-facing room – they're not always given unless requested. The hotel has no dedicated parking, so if you arrive by car, use the paid lot next door on Avenida Los Dominicos and ask the front desk for a discount voucher. Also bring earplugs if you're a light sleeper – thin walls and tile floors amplify noise.
- 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
호텔 시설 — Hostal El Picaflor
Free for all guests, speed around 15 Mbps download; no login, just accept terms on landing page
One lift serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections
No physical papers; free PressReader access via hotel QR code in lobby
Standard 14:00 to 20:00; early bag-drop from 10:00 if room not ready; late check-out until 13:00 for 30 PEN, after 13:00 charged half of nightly rate
Free for same day; longer storage 10 PEN per bag per day
Step-free entrance at side door; lift access to all floors; no grab bars in standard bathrooms
No on-site parking; nearest public car park at Calle Los Olivos 200, 15 PEN per night; no EV charging
수수료, 세금 & 예금
City / tourist tax: 10 PEN per person per night, mandatory for all guests
Deposit & card hold: 50% of total stay due at booking; a 200 PEN incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary 근처 오락거리
- Church: Los Dominicos (794 m · ~10 min walk)
- Church: Iglesia Cristiana (812 m · ~10 min walk)
- Church: Capilla (988 m · ~12 min walk)
- Place of worship: El espíritu santo rescatando vidas (1.1 km · ~13 min walk)
지역 라이프 스타일 & 레크리에이션
Centro Comercial Open Plaza — 2.3 km · ~29 min walk
Parque Los Cipreses — 875 m · ~11 min walk
5분 라디오 필수
Nearest — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk
Vasur Farma — 1.1 km · ~13 min walk
De todo un poco — 172 m · ~2 min walk
돈 & 통화
Get a travel card →Peruvian Sol, PEN
Use ATMs in Miraflores or San Isidro for the best rates; avoid exchange houses in tourist zones and the airport — their rates are poor.
Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted in restaurants, supermarkets, and larger shops; smaller stalls and taxis often expect cash.
Restaurants: 10% service charge often included, but rounding up 5-10% is normal. Taxis: no tip expected. Hotel staff: 5-10 soles for porters or housekeeping.
식사, 쇼핑 & 여행에 대한 예산
Cheap car hire →A basic espresso or filter coffee from a café or bakery costs 5-7 soles.
A menú (set lunch) in a local eatery costs around 12-18 soles and includes soup, main, and drink.
A main course in a casual restaurant runs 15-25 soles.
Avenida Los Dominicos and nearby Parque de la Amistad have stalls with anticuchos (grilled skewers), emoliente (herbal drink), and picarones (fried dough) for 3-8 soles.
Plaza Vea and Metro are the main budget supermarket chains in this district.
Gamarra (La Victoria) is the wholesale clothing district, but for basic shopping in this area, try Metro or small markets; prices are low for basics.
The cheapest way around is combis (minibuses) or Metropolitano bus (S/0.50-1.50). From the airport, take an official taxi (S/60-80) or a bus to Miraflores then connect.
Eat menú del día for lunch; use Metropolitano for longer trips; buy street snacks rather than sit-down cafes for drinks.
아는 것이 좋다 — 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 El Picaflor
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk — pharmacy · Vasur Farma — 1.1 km · ~13 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →주위를 둘러보는
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.
자주 묻는 질문
What are the best rooms at Hostal El Picaflor?
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor facing the inner courtyard rather than the street. These upper floors have less footfall noise from the lobby and breakfast area, and the courtyard side is noticeably quieter than rooms facing Avenida Los Dominicos, which carries steady traffic from early morning.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hostal El Picaflor?
Avoid ground-floor rooms near the reception or breakfast area – they get noise from staff, early risers and deliveries. Also avoid rooms on the 2nd floor directly above the entry door, where street and lobby noise combine.
Is Hostal El Picaflor noisy?
Avenida Los Dominicos is a busy arterial road in Lima's Miraflores district, with buses, taxis and private cars. Noise peaks during weekday rush hours (7–9am, 5–8pm). The nearby restaurant strip on Calle San Fernando adds evening chatter and music until 11pm. Weekends are quieter but still have steady traffic. The property has no pool or bar, so no amplified noise, but the breakfast room opens at 6.30am and you'll hear plates and chairs on the tiled floor.
Which rooms have the best views at Hostal El Picaflor?
From upper floors facing Avenida Los Dominicos you get a standard city street view – nothing special. The courtyard view is nicer if the garden is kept; but don't expect a grand cityscape. No sea or mountain view at this address.
What are insider tips for staying at Hostal El Picaflor?
Ask at check-in for a top-floor courtyard-facing room – they're not always given unless requested. The hotel has no dedicated parking, so if you arrive by car, use the paid lot next door on Avenida Los Dominicos and ask the front desk for a discount voucher. Also bring earplugs if you're a light sleeper – thin walls and tile floors amplify noise.
What time is check-in at Hostal El Picaflor?
Check-in at Hostal El Picaflor is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hostal El Picaflor have Wi-Fi?
Free for all guests, speed around 15 Mbps download; no login, just accept terms on landing page
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hostal El Picaflor?
10 PEN per person per night, mandatory for all guests
Where can I eat cheaply near Hostal El Picaflor?
A menú (set lunch) in a local eatery costs around 12-18 soles and includes soup, main, and drink.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hostal El Picaflor?
The cheapest way around is combis (minibuses) or Metropolitano bus (S/0.50-1.50). From the airport, take an official taxi (S/60-80) or a bus to Miraflores then connect.
When is the best time to visit Lima?
January to March: warm summer months with clear skies, low rain, and the city's liveliest atmosphere. December also offers good weather with holiday events but more crowds.
Lima 주요 관광지
💡 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.