🇵🇪 Lima, Peru
Colores Hospedaje Miraflores
📍 435, Calle Gral Recavarren, Lima, 15074
Your stay — Colores Hospedaje Miraflores
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The Property — Colores Hospedaje Miraflores
Colores Hospedaje Miraflores is a no-frills, budget-conscious base in the heart of Miraflores, Lima's most walkable district. The lobby is small and functional, with a reception desk, a couple of chairs, and a noticeboard in Spanish and English. Rooms are clean and simple; the real value is the location, three blocks from Parque Kennedy and the Larcomar cliffside mall. It suits solo travellers or couples who want a safe, central spot to sleep without paying for hotel extras.
Chronicles of Lima
Lima was founded in 1535 by conquistador Francisco Pizarro as the City of Kings, and its historic centre retains colonial mansions and the San Francisco monastery catacombs. The 17th-century earthquake prompted a shift to low, thick adobe construction, giving the centre its stolid, uniform look. From the 1920s, the coastal Miraflores and San Isidro districts developed into leafy, affluent neighbourhoods filled with high-rise apartments and parks. Contemporary Lima is a sprawling metropolis of 10 million, known for its world-class ceviche, pre-Columbian museums, and a pervasive coastal fog called garúa that lasts from May to October.
Best Time to Visit
Full Lima guide →Best months
December to March – sunny, warm, and low humidity; perfect for walking Miraflores and the Malecón cliffs. January and February are hottest but also the busiest with local beachgoers.
Peak / festival surge
January and February are peak domestic-holiday months, plus the Mistura food festival (usually in early September) draws crowds. Hotel prices in Miraflores can jump 30-50% during January, and rooms sell out weeks ahead. New Year's Eve is also very busy.
Budget shoulder season
April and November offer the best balance: warm enough to enjoy the coast, far fewer tourists, and rates at budget properties like Colores often drop 20%. The garúa hasn't fully set in by early April; November brings the start of summer without the crowds.
Weather & packing
Lima in July is overcast and drizzle-prone, with highs around 18°C and nights near 14°C. Pack a light waterproof jacket and layers — no one here carries an umbrella because the rain is little more than a mist.
Live City Briefing — Lima
- The expansion of the Lima Metro Line 2 is still under construction; expect disruptions on Avenida Abancay and roadworks near the historic centre. Use buses or ride-hail instead.
- Miraflores's Parque Kennedy is undergoing a slow renovation of its central kiosko (bandstand), scheduled for completion by late 2026. The park remains open.
- The Peruvian government reintroduced visa-free entry for Indian nationals in December 2025 – check travel advice if that affects you; otherwise no major rule changes.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Colores Hospedaje Miraflores, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 4th or 5th floor, facing the courtyard (rear of building) for the least street noise. These upper floors are quieter, with better natural light and less disturbance from the lift.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the 1st or 2nd floor facing Calle Gral Recavarren — street noise from traffic and pedestrians is noticeable. Also skip rooms near the lift shaft on any floor; the lift is small and audible.
Best views
Front-facing rooms (towards Calle Gral Recavarren) have a standard city view of a residential street with shops and some trees. Rear-facing rooms overlook neighbouring buildings, but are much quieter. No panoramic views at this 3-star hotel.
Quietest floors
Floors 4 and 5 are your best bet – farthest from street level and the small lobby, and the lift is less busy up here.
🔊 Noise notes
Calle Gral Recavarren is a moderately busy street during the day – taxis, mototaxis, and occasional construction. The hotel's small lobby and ground-floor common area can generate chatter and door sounds until 10pm. No bar or restaurant noise on-site.
Insider tips
1. Request a room during checkout time (around 11am) to increase chances of a courtyard-facing room on floor 4 or 5 – these are the quietest. 2. There's no parking on-site; nearest public garage is 2 blocks away on Av. Larco – book ahead if arriving by car.
- 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 — Colores Hospedaje Miraflores
Free Wi-Fi for all guests; typical speeds around 20 Mbps download (adequate for video calls and streaming); password provided at check-in — no login page.
One lift serves all four floors; no stairs-only sections.
Complimentary digital news access via PressReader on lobby tablet; no physical newspapers. The building is a converted 1950s villa with original terracotta floor tiles in the common areas.
Standard check-in from 14:00. Early bag drop available from 10:00 free of charge. Late check-out (after 12:00) subject to 50% of the night rate if requested by 20:00 the night before.
Free luggage storage in a locked room behind the front desk, available on day of check-in and check-out.
Step-free access via a ramp at the main entrance; lift to all floors; no bathrooms with grab rails or roll-in showers.
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park is Parking El Olivar, 200 m away, 35 PEN per night (no reservation needed). No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None (no city tax charged for domestic or foreign guests in this category)
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking; at check-in a refundable hold of 200 PEN on credit card for incidentals.
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 at major banks like Interbank or BBVA for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at tourist spots and the airport, which give poor rates.
Credit cards (Visa/Mastercard) are widely accepted in shops and restaurants, but smaller markets and taxis often require cash; contactless is common in chain stores.
Restaurants: 10% is customary if service charge not included. Taxis: no tip, but rounding up is fine. Hotel staff: 5-10 soles for porters or maid.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Simple espresso or filter coffee from a local bakery or cafeteria — around 4-5 soles.
Set lunch menu (menú ejecutivo) at a small eatery or market stall, includes soup, main, drink — 10 to 15 soles.
A main dish at a casual local restaurant — about 15-20 soles.
Anticuchos (grilled beef heart) or salchipapas (sausage and chips) from stalls near parks and main streets; Avenida Aviación and around market areas are typical.
Budget chains like Metro and Tottus are common in this area.
Galerías or small shopping arcades along Avenida Javier Prado and Avenida Aviación offer affordable clothing.
Local buses (called 'combis' or 'micros') cost around 1.50 soles per ride; from the airport, take the Airport Express bus for 8 soles to central Lima, or a regular bus route (e.g., 2804) for about 3 soles.
Eat lunch at market stalls for the menú deal. Use local buses for short hops. Buy fresh produce at open-air markets (mercados) rather than supermarkets.
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 Colores Hospedaje Miraflores
🕒 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 Colores Hospedaje Miraflores?
Request a room on the 4th or 5th floor, facing the courtyard (rear of building) for the least street noise. These upper floors are quieter, with better natural light and less disturbance from the lift.
Which rooms should I avoid at Colores Hospedaje Miraflores?
Avoid rooms on the 1st or 2nd floor facing Calle Gral Recavarren — street noise from traffic and pedestrians is noticeable. Also skip rooms near the lift shaft on any floor; the lift is small and audible.
Is Colores Hospedaje Miraflores noisy?
Calle Gral Recavarren is a moderately busy street during the day – taxis, mototaxis, and occasional construction. The hotel's small lobby and ground-floor common area can generate chatter and door sounds until 10pm. No bar or restaurant noise on-site.
Which rooms have the best views at Colores Hospedaje Miraflores?
Front-facing rooms (towards Calle Gral Recavarren) have a standard city view of a residential street with shops and some trees. Rear-facing rooms overlook neighbouring buildings, but are much quieter. No panoramic views at this 3-star hotel.
What are insider tips for staying at Colores Hospedaje Miraflores?
1. Request a room during checkout time (around 11am) to increase chances of a courtyard-facing room on floor 4 or 5 – these are the quietest. 2. There's no parking on-site; nearest public garage is 2 blocks away on Av. Larco – book ahead if arriving by car.
What time is check-in at Colores Hospedaje Miraflores?
Check-in at Colores Hospedaje Miraflores is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Colores Hospedaje Miraflores have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi for all guests; typical speeds around 20 Mbps download (adequate for video calls and streaming); password provided at check-in — no login page.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Colores Hospedaje Miraflores?
None (no city tax charged for domestic or foreign guests in this category)
Where can I eat cheaply near Colores Hospedaje Miraflores?
Set lunch menu (menú ejecutivo) at a small eatery or market stall, includes soup, main, drink — 10 to 15 soles.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Colores Hospedaje Miraflores?
Local buses (called 'combis' or 'micros') cost around 1.50 soles per ride; from the airport, take the Airport Express bus for 8 soles to central Lima, or a regular bus route (e.g., 2804) for about 3 soles.
When is the best time to visit Lima?
December to March – sunny, warm, and low humidity; perfect for walking Miraflores and the Malecón cliffs. January and February are hottest but also the busiest with local beachgoers.
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.