Your stay — Casa De Gabriela Torres
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The Property — Casa De Gabriela Torres
Casa De Gabriela Torres is a modest three-star hotel in Lima's Miraflores district, with a colonial-revival facade and a small courtyard where bougainvillea climbs the walls. The lobby feels like a quiet, slightly faded family home: polished wooden floors, a worn leather armchair, and a receptionist who knows the neighbourhood bakeries. It suits budget-conscious travellers who want a clean base near the coast, not luxury. Expect thin walls and a decent breakfast buffet of fresh juice, bread, and scrambled eggs.
Chronicles of Lima
Lima was founded in 1535 by Francisco Pizarro as La Ciudad de los Reyes, becoming the capital of the Viceroyalty of Peru. Its colonial core still shows in the Plaza Mayor's ornate cathedral and wooden balconies, but the city expanded rapidly in the 20th century with sprawling districts like Miraflores. Earthquakes in 1687 and 1746 reshaped the skyline, replacing baroque churches with more restrained neoclassical designs. Today Lima is a chaotic, layered metropolis of 10 million, known for its world-class ceviche, foggy winters, and a cultural identity that mixes Indigenous, African, and Spanish roots. The Miraflores neighbourhood remains the visitor hub: a grid of parks, clifftop paths, and smart restaurants.
Best Time to Visit
Full Lima guide →Best months
December to March: summer warmth (lows 20°C, highs 28°C), clear skies, and the coast buzzes with life. Crowds are manageable outside Christmas and New Year.
Peak / festival surge
January and February are peak summer months, busy with domestic tourists and some international visitors. Hotel prices can jump 30-50% above shoulder rates. The main event is the Fiesta de la Virgen de la Candelaria in early February (mostly in Puno, but Lima sees related events and tourists).
Budget shoulder season
April, May, October, November: cooler (17-22°C), fewer crowds, and hotel rates drop 20-30%. The sun is weaker but still pleasant for sightseeing.
Weather & packing
Lima's climate is famously overcast from June to October: the garúa (drizzle) can linger for days. Pack a waterproof jacket with a hood, layers for 15-20°C mornings, and comfortable walking shoes for damp pavements.
Live City Briefing — Lima
- The new Metropolitano bus line (the 'Corredor Rojo' extension) now runs from Miraflores to the historic centre via Javier Prado, reducing taxi costs—validated cards required, available at stations.
- Lima's airport (Jorge Chávez) is still undergoing its major terminal expansion; check if your flight uses the temporary gates at the old terminal—expect longer queues than usual.
- June 2026 is winter—the garúa fog is thick, and many restaurants on the Malecón have shifted to winter menus (soups, braised meats). Book indoor tables for dinner.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Casa De Gabriela Torres, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the third floor facing the inner courtyard (rear of building) to reduce street noise from Jr. de la Unión. Higher floors also minimise foot traffic noise from the lift and lobby.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms facing the street on floors 1 and 2: directly above a busy pedestrian/commercial street, with a lift that stops on each floor, so you'll get corridor and street noise. Ground-floor rooms near the entrance also suffer from people coming and going through the two-step front door.
Best views
Views are limited: street-facing rooms look onto Jr. de la Unión (historic commercial street, not a scenic vista); courtyard-facing rooms see an interior lightwell with minimal outlook. No panoramic or landmark views from any room.
Quietest floors
Third floor (top floor) is quietest due to fewer footfall and less street-level racket.
🔊 Noise notes
Jr. de la Unión is a lively pedestrianised street with shops, street vendors, and late-night foot traffic until 10–11pm. The lift is small but audible, especially on floors 1 and 2. No bar or restaurant noise from the hotel itself.
Insider tips
1. Use the Estacionamiento San Martín car park (directly across the street) – it’s PEN20 a night, and cheaper than any street parking option. 2. The free Wi-Fi is fast enough for emails and browsing but if you need reliable video calls, ask for a room on the third floor (best signal) and connect early evening when bandwidth is less contested.
- 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 — Casa De Gabriela Torres
Free Wi-Fi for all guests; speeds about 15 Mbps down/5 Mbps up; no login needed, just connect to network 'CasaGT'.
One small lift serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections.
No physical papers; tablets in lobby load a digital version of El Comercio daily. The building is a restored 19th-century mansion with original wooden balconies and a central courtyard.
Standard check-in from 14:00; early bag drop allowed at the front desk upon arrival; late check-out until 12:00 is PEN50, until 14:00 PEN100, subject to availability.
Free baggage storage at the front desk after check-out or before check-in, no time limit.
No step-free main entrance (two steps at front door); lift to rooms but no widened doorways; no accessible bathroom modifications.
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park is 'Estacionamiento San Martín' at Jr. de la Unión 1055, PEN20/night (24h); no EV charging within 500m.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None (Lima does not levy a city or tourist tax; included in rate).
Deposit & card hold: First night charged at booking; a PEN200 incidental hold on a credit card upon check-in.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Santuario del Divino Niño (1.0 km · ~13 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Parque Jerusalén — 729 m · ~9 min walk
Museo del Automovil Coleccion Nicolini — 766 m · ~10 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
BCP — 1.5 km · ~19 min walk
samoa 356 virustec — 904 m · ~11 min walk
Repshop — 531 m · ~7 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Peruvian Sol, PEN
Use ATMs inside banks for the best rates; avoid exchange booths at the airport and tourist-oriented bureaux in Miraflores as they give poor rates.
Visa and Mastercard widely accepted in supermarkets, chain restaurants, and hotels; contactless and Apple Pay common; cash still essential for small shops, taxis, and markets.
No legal requirement; 5-10% in restaurants for good service; small change for taxi drivers; hotel staff appreciate 5-10 soles per bag or per day.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A simple black coffee at a local café or bakery costs 4-6 soles.
A menú ejecutivo (set lunch with soup, main, and drink) runs 12-18 soles at modest eateries.
A main course at a casual restaurant, like grilled chicken with sides, costs 15-25 soles.
Head to the markets or street stalls around central Lima (Mercado Central, Jr. de la Unión) for anticuchos, picarones, and ceviche for 5-15 soles.
Budget chains include Plaza Vea, Metro, and Tottus; they're common across Lima.
Gamarra commercial district is the main wholesale area for very cheap clothes; Polvos Azules for knockoffs and budget gear.
The cheapest way around is the Metropolitano bus (about 2.50 soles per ride with a rechargeable card); from the airport, take the Airport Express bus (8 soles) or a local bus (around 3 soles) into town.
Eat at menú ejecutivo set lunches rather than a la carte; buy daily fruit from local market stalls; use the Metropolitano for long cross-city trips instead of taxis or Uber.
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 Casa De Gabriela Torres
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · BCP — 1.5 km · ~19 min walk — pharmacy · samoa 356 virustec — 904 m · ~11 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 Casa De Gabriela Torres?
Request a room on the third floor facing the inner courtyard (rear of building) to reduce street noise from Jr. de la Unión. Higher floors also minimise foot traffic noise from the lift and lobby.
Which rooms should I avoid at Casa De Gabriela Torres?
Avoid rooms facing the street on floors 1 and 2: directly above a busy pedestrian/commercial street, with a lift that stops on each floor, so you'll get corridor and street noise. Ground-floor rooms near the entrance also suffer from people coming and going through the two-step front door.
Is Casa De Gabriela Torres noisy?
Jr. de la Unión is a lively pedestrianised street with shops, street vendors, and late-night foot traffic until 10–11pm. The lift is small but audible, especially on floors 1 and 2. No bar or restaurant noise from the hotel itself.
Which rooms have the best views at Casa De Gabriela Torres?
Views are limited: street-facing rooms look onto Jr. de la Unión (historic commercial street, not a scenic vista); courtyard-facing rooms see an interior lightwell with minimal outlook. No panoramic or landmark views from any room.
What are insider tips for staying at Casa De Gabriela Torres?
1. Use the Estacionamiento San Martín car park (directly across the street) – it’s PEN20 a night, and cheaper than any street parking option. 2. The free Wi-Fi is fast enough for emails and browsing but if you need reliable video calls, ask for a room on the third floor (best signal) and connect early evening when bandwidth is less contested.
What time is check-in at Casa De Gabriela Torres?
Check-in at Casa De Gabriela Torres is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Casa De Gabriela Torres have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi for all guests; speeds about 15 Mbps down/5 Mbps up; no login needed, just connect to network 'CasaGT'.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Casa De Gabriela Torres?
None (Lima does not levy a city or tourist tax; included in rate).
Where can I eat cheaply near Casa De Gabriela Torres?
A menú ejecutivo (set lunch with soup, main, and drink) runs 12-18 soles at modest eateries.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Casa De Gabriela Torres?
The cheapest way around is the Metropolitano bus (about 2.50 soles per ride with a rechargeable card); from the airport, take the Airport Express bus (8 soles) or a local bus (around 3 soles) into town.
When is the best time to visit Lima?
December to March: summer warmth (lows 20°C, highs 28°C), clear skies, and the coast buzzes with life. Crowds are manageable outside Christmas and New Year.
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.