Your stay — Calle Colon 619 401
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The Property — Calle Colon 619 401
This is a straightforward, no-fuss three-star apartment in central Lima. The lobby is small and functional, with a security desk and a lift. It suits travellers who want a clean, private base in the historic centre without paying for hotel frills — think self-catering convenience and a location steps from Plaza San Martín.
Chronicles of Lima
Lima was founded by Francisco Pizarro in 1535 as the City of Kings, capital of the Spanish Viceroyalty of Peru. Its historic centre, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is a grid of colonial balconies, baroque churches and republican-era mansions. The 20th century brought modernist and brutalist additions, especially in the financial district of San Isidro. Today Lima is a bustling, sprawling metropolis whose identity is forged by its culinary scene and its coastal perch overlooking the Pacific.
Best Time to Visit
Full Lima guide →Best months
April, May and October – these offer the most stable weather: mild, partly cloudy days with minimal drizzle and far fewer tourists than the summer peak.
Peak / festival surge
January and February are Lima’s hottest months, with sunny skies drawing crowds. Hotel prices rise 20-40% as domestic and foreign visitors arrive. The main driver is summer holidays and the annual Mistura food festival, though Mistura often shifts to September.
Budget shoulder season
March and November are the best budget months. March sees the tail of summer warmth without the prices; November is still dry and mild but pre-peak. Hotel rates drop noticeably and crowds thin out.
Weather & packing
Lima in June is winter: grey, damp and around 14-18°C, with a persistent coastal fog called *garúa*. Pack layers – a fleece and a waterproof shell – and leave the sandals at home; you’ll want closed shoes against the chill and occasional drizzle.
Live City Briefing — Lima
- The new Metro Line 2, which will cut journey times across the city, is still under construction; expect major surface disruption on Avenida Arica and Avenida Javier Prado until at least 2027.
- Lima’s historic centre has seen a crackdown on street vendors around Plaza San Martín, so the area is noticeably cleaner and more walkable than a few years ago, though police presence remains visible.
- Due to the Southern Hemisphere winter, many rooftop bars close or cover their terraces; check in advance if an open-air view matters for your stay.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jun 2026Before you check in to Calle Colon 619 401, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a corner room if possible — they tend to have more light and less noise from neighbouring doors.
Rooms to avoid
Ask to avoid any room directly opposite the lift or ice machine. Also pass on rooms next to the stairs, which can echo with foot traffic.
Best views
For a 3-star hotel in central Lima, a side-facing room overlooking a side street or courtyard is usually quieter and still has decent light — street-facing rooms may have more noise and less privacy.
Quietest floors
Mid to high floors (typically 4th and above) are quieter than lower ones, further from street-level noise and lobby activity.
🔊 Noise notes
Old buildings in Lima’s historic centre often have thin walls; a room on a higher floor away from the lift makes a real difference. Ask for a room at the back of the building if available.
Insider tips
1. Book directly with the hotel and request a quieter room in the notes — third-party bookings often get the leftover rooms. 2. Arrive early in the day when you can see the room and ask to change if it’s too close to the lift.
- 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 — Calle Colon 619 401
Free for all guests, speed ~15 Mbps down, password required at check-in.
One lift serves all four floors.
No complimentary newspapers or digital newsstand. Building is a converted 1940s townhouse with original wooden staircase.
Standard check-in 14:00, check-out 11:00. Free bag drop from 10:00. Late check-out until 14:00 costs 80 PEN.
Free, 24/7 at front desk
No step-free main entrance (one step up). Lift fits a standard wheelchair; no adapted bathrooms.
No on-site parking. Nearest 24-hour public car park is Estacionamiento 7 de Julio, two blocks away, 30 PEN/night. No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 10 PEN per person per night for foreign guests only
Deposit & card hold: First night charged as deposit at booking; 100 PEN incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Synagogue: Sinagoga 1870 (631 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: Iglesia Matriz Virgen Milagrosa (771 m · ~10 min walk)
- Church: Iglesia La Reparación (906 m · ~11 min walk)
- Church: Iglesia Metodista de Mireflores (974 m · ~12 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Centro Comercial Balta — 485 m · ~6 min walk
Bajada Balta — 281 m · ~4 min walk
Centro de la Imagen — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk
Club de Teatro de Lima — 108 m · ~1 min walk
Coney Park — 922 m · ~12 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 512 m · ~6 min walk
Mifarma — 481 m · ~6 min walk
El Punto — 29 m · ~1 min walk
Andén Entrada - Salida — 912 m · ~11 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Peruvian Sol, PEN
Use exchange houses (casas de cambio) in Miraflores or San Isidro for fair rates; avoid airport and tourist-area bureaux that give poor rates.
Visa/Mastercard widely accepted in shops, restaurants, and hotels; contactless and mobile pay common in chain stores and cafes.
Restaurants: 10% if service charge not included (common at mid-range+ places). Taxis: rounding up is fine. Hotel staff: 5-10 soles for porters, 2-3 soles per night for housekeeping.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Filter coffee from a corner bakery or market stall: 3-5 soles.
Menú del día (soup, main, drink) at a local eatery: 8-15 soles.
Chicken with rice and salad at a pollería: 12-18 soles for a main.
Anticuchos stalls near Parque Kennedy or along Avenida Larco evenings; ceviche carts in Miraflores markets.
Wong, Plaza Vea, and Metro supermarkets are common in Lima.
Gamarra district (La Victoria) for budget fabrics and basics; Gamarra Mall for more variety; Mercado Central for cheaper basics.
Combis (minibuses) cost 1.5 soles per ride; Metropolitano bus rapid transit is slightly more but faster. From airport: use official green Airport Express bus (8 soles) or a taxi (negotiate ~50-70 soles).
Eat menú del día for lunch, the cheapest meal of the day. Use combis/metropolitan buses, not taxis, for longer trips. Avoid buying water at convenience stores – get from bodegas (small shops) or supermarkets for half the price.
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 Calle Colon 619 401
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 512 m · ~6 min walk — pharmacy · Mifarma — 481 m · ~6 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 Calle Colon 619 401?
Request a corner room if possible — they tend to have more light and less noise from neighbouring doors.
Which rooms should I avoid at Calle Colon 619 401?
Ask to avoid any room directly opposite the lift or ice machine. Also pass on rooms next to the stairs, which can echo with foot traffic.
Is Calle Colon 619 401 noisy?
Old buildings in Lima’s historic centre often have thin walls; a room on a higher floor away from the lift makes a real difference. Ask for a room at the back of the building if available.
Which rooms have the best views at Calle Colon 619 401?
For a 3-star hotel in central Lima, a side-facing room overlooking a side street or courtyard is usually quieter and still has decent light — street-facing rooms may have more noise and less privacy.
What are insider tips for staying at Calle Colon 619 401?
1. Book directly with the hotel and request a quieter room in the notes — third-party bookings often get the leftover rooms. 2. Arrive early in the day when you can see the room and ask to change if it’s too close to the lift.
What time is check-in at Calle Colon 619 401?
Check-in at Calle Colon 619 401 is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Calle Colon 619 401 have Wi-Fi?
Free for all guests, speed ~15 Mbps down, password required at check-in.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Calle Colon 619 401?
10 PEN per person per night for foreign guests only
Where can I eat cheaply near Calle Colon 619 401?
Menú del día (soup, main, drink) at a local eatery: 8-15 soles.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Calle Colon 619 401?
Combis (minibuses) cost 1.5 soles per ride; Metropolitano bus rapid transit is slightly more but faster. From airport: use official green Airport Express bus (8 soles) or a taxi (negotiate ~50-70 soles).
When is the best time to visit Lima?
April, May and October – these offer the most stable weather: mild, partly cloudy days with minimal drizzle and far fewer tourists than the summer peak.
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.