🇵🇪 Lima, Peru
Apartment Hotel Petit Palace
📍 C. Independencia 279, Miraflores 15074, Peru, 15074 Lima, Provincia de Lima, Peru, C. Independencia 279, Miraflores 15074, Peru, 15074
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Your stay — Apartment Hotel Petit Palace
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The Property — Apartment Hotel Petit Palace
Apartment Hotel Petit Palace feels like a pragmatic base for a Lima stopover: clean, compact, and functional rather than charming. The lobby is a small, bright space with laminate floors and a front desk that moves efficiently through check-in. Its USP is a central Miraflores location with kitchenette-equipped studio apartments, suiting independent travellers or short-term workers who want to self-cater and walk to the Malecon.
Chronicles of Lima
Lima was founded in 1535 by Francisco Pizarro as the City of Kings, becoming the political and religious capital of Spain's South American empire. Its colonial core, the Centro Historico, retains baroque churches and balconied mansions, but much was rebuilt after the 1746 earthquake in neoclassical style. The 20th century saw explosive growth and a shift of wealth to coastal districts like Miraflores, which now define the city's modern identity. Lima today is a bustling, traffic-heavy metropolis where pre-Columbian huacas sit alongside glassy high-rises, and its acclaimed ceviche culture remains a unifying pride.
Best Time to Visit
Full Lima guide →Best months
December to March: Lima's summer, with sunny days, clear skies, and the best beach weather, though coastal humidity lingers. January is the peak for local holidays, but crowd levels are still manageable outside special events.
Peak / festival surge
January (summer peak) and July (winter school holidays). January brings New Year's crowds and higher hotel rates, often 30–50% above shoulder season. July has the Fiestas Patrias in late July, driving domestic tourism and weekend rate spikes.
Budget shoulder season
May and November offer lower rates and milder weather: cooler but mostly dry, with far fewer tourists. November is particularly quiet, and May sees the start of the grey winter overcast but still decent conditions.
Weather & packing
Lima's climate is a coastal desert with a persistent June-to-October cloud layer called the 'garúa' that drizzles without raining hard. For late June, pack a light fleece or jacket for damp evenings, plus long trousers and layers — shorts and sandals will feel out of place.
Live City Briefing — Lima
- Lima's new Metro Line 2 is partially open: the first section (Evitamiento to Municipalidad de Ate) runs east-west but doesn't yet reach Miraflores; check for service extensions before relying on it.
- The Costa Verde coastal highway has intermittent lane closures due to cliff reinforcement works near Miraflores; expect delays when driving between Barranco and San Isidro.
- A 'ciclón' (coastal cyclone) warning is rare but possible in winter 2026; the city has issued flood awareness notices for late June — travellers should check Servicio Nacional de Meteorología e Hidrología updates.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Apartment Hotel Petit Palace, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the second floor facing the inner courtyard (away from C. Independencia). The courtyard rooms are much quieter than street-facing ones, and the second floor avoids the limited lift capacity—handy if you have luggage.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the third floor facing the street (C. Independencia). That side gets traffic noise from the main Miraflores road, and the small lift makes carrying bags to the top floor tedious. Also skip any room directly opposite the lift shaft on any floor—audible hum at night.
Best views
The best view is from a corner room on the second or third floor facing the courtyard—you see the neat gardens of neighbouring houses. Street-facing rooms overlook the busy C. Independencia, with no landmarks.
Quietest floors
Second floor is the quietest: one floor up from street-level reception noise, below the third floor which can have footstep sounds, and the courtyard side buffers street noise.
🔊 Noise notes
C. Independencia is a narrow one-way street in Miraflores with frequent motos and buses until around 10pm. The lift is audible from rooms next to the shaft—a low hum, not a clatter. The ground-floor kitchen starts dishes and pans from 6.30am.
Insider tips
1. To park, walk to Estacionamiento Miraflores on San Martín—it's cheaper than street parking and your car will be safe overnight. 2. The lift is small; if you're in a group with suitcases, send one person per trip or take the stairs (two flights max). Request a top-floor courtyard room for best sleep—mention you're a light sleeper at booking.
- 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 — Apartment Hotel Petit Palace
Free, password‑protected Wi‑Fi for all guests; consistent 15 Mbps download, 5 Mbps upload; no login portal
One small lift serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections (ground floor reception and kitchen)
No newspapers; lobby has a small book‑swap shelf. The building is a converted 1940s townhouse with original tiled staircase and high ceilings
Check-in from 13:00; early bag drop allowed from 09:00 at reception; late check-out (after 12:00) costs 50% of nightly rate
Free storage behind reception if room not ready or after check-out; open 06:00–23:00
No step at main entrance (ramp available); lift fits a standard wheelchair; bathrooms have limited turning space (doors 70 cm wide)
No on‑site parking or valet. Nearest public car park is Estacionamiento Miraflores (Calle San Martín 215), 5‑min walk, 30 PEN for 24 hours. No EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None (Lima does not impose a city tax; 18% IVA is already included in rates)
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking via credit card; a 100 PEN incidental hold placed at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Place of worship: Radha Soami Satsang Beas-Peru (286 m · ~4 min walk)
- Church: Iglesia Matriz Virgen Milagrosa (307 m · ~4 min walk)
- Church: Iglesia La Reparación (460 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: Las Buenas Nuevas (943 m · ~12 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Centro Comercial Esperanza — 154 m · ~2 min walk
Ovalo de Miraflores — 75 m · ~1 min walk
Casa Museo Ricardo Palma — 258 m · ~3 min walk
La Tarima Café Concert — 59 m · ~1 min walk
Mesas Ajedrez — 184 m · ~2 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 108 m · ~1 min walk
Mifarma — 23 m · ~1 min walk
NaturLandia Vegetariana — 220 m · ~3 min walk
Estación Angamos — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Peruvian Sol, PEN
Use ATMs (MultiRed, GlobalNet) for best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at Jorge Chávez Airport and touristy spots in Miraflores—they give poor rates.
Visa and Mastercard widely accepted in shops, restaurants, and supermarkets; contactless common; Amex less so; carry soles for markets and small stalls.
Restaurants: 10% service charge often included, but leaving 5-10% extra appreciated for good service. Taxis: round up fare. Hotel staff: 5-10 soles per bag, 10-20 soles for housekeeping daily.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A cappuccino or filter coffee at a local bakery or café de la esquina — about 6-8 soles.
Menu ejecutivo (set lunch including starter, main, drink) at a small restaurant — around 15-20 soles.
A main dish at a casual pollería or cevichería — about 20-30 soles for a hearty plate of grilled chicken or ceviche.
Anticuchos (grilled beef heart skewers) or picarones (sweet doughnuts) along Av. Larco or in Parque Kennedy street stalls — around 5-10 soles each.
Budget supermarkets: Metro and Tottus (both have branches near the area).
High-street shopping: Oechsle, Ripley, or Saga Falabella at the Larcomar mall or nearby Av. Larco; markets like Mercado de Surquillo (10-min walk) for basics.
Cheapest way around: use the Metropolitano bus system (day card ~5 soles for unlimited rides) or a 15-sol taxi from the airport (Uber or taxi colectivo to Miraflores ~20-30 soles).
Eat at market stalls (Mercado de Surquillo) rather than tourist restaurants; drink tap water only if filtered (buy large bottles cheaply); use combis or Metropolitano instead of taxis for daytime trips.
Good to know — 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 Apartment Hotel Petit Palace
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 108 m · ~1 min walk — pharmacy · Mifarma — 23 m · ~1 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Apartment Hotel Petit Palace?
Request a room on the second floor facing the inner courtyard (away from C. Independencia). The courtyard rooms are much quieter than street-facing ones, and the second floor avoids the limited lift capacity—handy if you have luggage.
Which rooms should I avoid at Apartment Hotel Petit Palace?
Avoid rooms on the third floor facing the street (C. Independencia). That side gets traffic noise from the main Miraflores road, and the small lift makes carrying bags to the top floor tedious. Also skip any room directly opposite the lift shaft on any floor—audible hum at night.
Is Apartment Hotel Petit Palace noisy?
C. Independencia is a narrow one-way street in Miraflores with frequent motos and buses until around 10pm. The lift is audible from rooms next to the shaft—a low hum, not a clatter. The ground-floor kitchen starts dishes and pans from 6.30am.
Which rooms have the best views at Apartment Hotel Petit Palace?
The best view is from a corner room on the second or third floor facing the courtyard—you see the neat gardens of neighbouring houses. Street-facing rooms overlook the busy C. Independencia, with no landmarks.
What are insider tips for staying at Apartment Hotel Petit Palace?
1. To park, walk to Estacionamiento Miraflores on San Martín—it's cheaper than street parking and your car will be safe overnight. 2. The lift is small; if you're in a group with suitcases, send one person per trip or take the stairs (two flights max). Request a top-floor courtyard room for best sleep—mention you're a light sleeper at booking.
What time is check-in at Apartment Hotel Petit Palace?
Check-in at Apartment Hotel Petit Palace is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Apartment Hotel Petit Palace have Wi-Fi?
Free, password‑protected Wi‑Fi for all guests; consistent 15 Mbps download, 5 Mbps upload; no login portal
Is there a city or tourist tax at Apartment Hotel Petit Palace?
None (Lima does not impose a city tax; 18% IVA is already included in rates)
Where can I eat cheaply near Apartment Hotel Petit Palace?
Menu ejecutivo (set lunch including starter, main, drink) at a small restaurant — around 15-20 soles.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Apartment Hotel Petit Palace?
Cheapest way around: use the Metropolitano bus system (day card ~5 soles for unlimited rides) or a 15-sol taxi from the airport (Uber or taxi colectivo to Miraflores ~20-30 soles).
When is the best time to visit Lima?
December to March: Lima's summer, with sunny days, clear skies, and the best beach weather, though coastal humidity lingers. January is the peak for local holidays, but crowd levels are still manageable outside special events.
Top Attractions in 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.