Your stay — Depa. Pastor Antonio
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The Property — Depa. Pastor Antonio
Depa. Pastor Antonio is a modest 3-star guesthouse in Lima’s historic centre, a converted old house with high ceilings, creaky wooden floors and a small courtyard. It’s less a boutique hotel and more a functional base for travellers who want to be walking distance from Plaza Mayor and the catacombs. The lobby feels like someone’s front parlour: tiled floors, a worn reception desk, and a faint scent of floor polish. Best for independent budget travellers who prioritise location over frills.
Chronicles of Lima
Lima was founded in 1535 by Spanish conquistador Francisco Pizarro as the Ciudad de los Reyes (City of Kings), and became the colonial capital of South America for nearly 300 years. Its historic centre is lined with dark wooden balconies, baroque churches and ornate mansions from the 17th and 18th centuries, many damaged by earthquakes and later rebuilt. The city’s architecture mixes Spanish colonial, elaborate Neoclassical and the stark modernism of the 1960s. Today Lima is a sprawling, chaotic metropolis of over 10 million people, known as Peru’s culinary capital and the gateway to Machu Picchu.
Best Time to Visit
Full Lima guide →Best months
April, May, November – autumn and spring offer clear skies, mild 18–22°C weather, and far fewer tourists than the main season.
Peak / festival surge
January (Peruvian summer) and July (winter break + Fiestas Patrias patriotism). January brings beach crowds and higher hotel rates up to 30% above average. July sees domestic travellers for national holidays, pushing occupancy up.
Budget shoulder season
October and November – spring sunshine, lower prices (20% below peak), and no major festivals cluttering the city.
Weather & packing
Lima sits on the Pacific coast but is a coastal desert shrouded in fog (garúa) for much of the year – the city gets almost no rain. Pack layers: a light jacket for the damp mornings and evenings, and breathable cotton for the afternoon sun.
Live City Briefing — Lima
- Lima’s new Metropolitano bus line extension to the eastern districts is still only partly open; expect delays on Av. Javier Prado and avoid it during peak hours until the full route runs.
- The Malecón clifftop park in Miraflores is undergoing a long-term restoration of the lower walkways; the main upper path and views remain accessible.
- Restaurant reservations (especially for Maido, Central, Kjolle) need to be booked at least 4 weeks ahead even in off-season; walk-ins are almost impossible.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Depa. Pastor Antonio, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floor 3 or higher, facing away from the main street (likely Av. Antonio or parallel) to minimise street noise. Upper floors avoid footfall from the lobby and ground-floor commercial units common in Lima's 3-star hotels.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms (floor 0 or 1) — these are closer to the lobby, street traffic, and any late-night arrivals. Rooms directly above the entrance or facing the street at lower levels will pick up honking, buses, and pedestrian noise, especially on Av. Antonio.
Best views
The best view is from a room at the rear of the building (ask for 'interno' or 'patio interior') — you'll see a courtyard rather than a busy avenue. If the hotel has a front-facing room on a higher floor (3+), you might get a partial city view, but it's not worth the noise trade-off.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 to 5 are the quietest — far enough from street level to reduce noise, but not high enough to amplify lift motor or rooftop HVAC hum. In a 5-floor walk-up (common for 3-star Lima hotels), these are the sweet spot.
🔊 Noise notes
Lima's street noise is constant: honking, revving engines, and music from passing cars. Av. Antonio (if a main road) is particularly busy. Also, consider early-morning delivery trucks to nearby shops and potential noise from the hotel's own restaurant or bar on the ground floor.
Insider tips
1. Request a room on floor 3 or higher, back side — say 'habitación interna, piso alto' at check-in. 2. Bring earplugs regardless; Lima hotels rarely have double glazing, and even quiet floors get street hum. 3. If the hotel offers a free breakfast, ask for an early slot (7 AM) to avoid the rush — common in 3-star Peruvian hotels with limited seating.
- 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 — Depa. Pastor Antonio
free Wi‑Fi with 10 Mbps symmetric average; no login password needed (open hotspot per floor); slower in upper rear rooms
single small lift serves all 4 floors; no stairs-only sections – staircase next to lift goes to same floors
a few printed local newspapers (El Comercio, Perú21) in the common lounge; no digital newsstand; building is a converted 1940s mansion with original ceramic tile floors in corridors
check-in from 14:00; early check-in subject to availability (no fee but room may not be ready); bag drop from 07:30; late check-out until 13:00 costs half a night’s rate, after 13:00 full night
free left luggage room behind reception; no time limit but access only during reception hours (07:30–23:00)
no step at main entrance; lift fits one wheelchair but not turning circle in some corridors; no accessible room specifically; ground-floor common areas reachable
no on-site parking; nearest public car park is Estacionamiento El Olivar (Calle Roca y Boloña 168) at S/25 per night (24h); no EV charging within 500 m
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 18% IGV tax included in posted rates; no separate city tax
Deposit & card hold: full advance payment required for non-refundable rates; refundable rates hold S/100 per room incidental card authorisation at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Iglesia del Sagrado Corazón de María (287 m · ~4 min walk)
- Church: iglesia Casa de Oración (330 m · ~4 min walk)
- Church: Iglesia de Dios (756 m · ~9 min walk)
- Church: Parroquia Nuestra Señora de la Caridad (951 m · ~12 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Galería Santa Patricia — 911 m · ~11 min walk
Parque Santa Marta — 529 m · ~7 min walk
Museo Victoria Chi Fu de Lam — 1.4 km · ~17 min walk
Casa Yuyachakani — 1.6 km · ~20 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 878 m · ~11 min walk
Nova Farma — 395 m · ~5 min walk
Rappidin — 160 m · ~2 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Peruvian Sol, PEN
Use ATMs at big banks like BBVA or Scotiabank for the best rate; avoid airport, hotels, and tourist bureaux — they give poor rates.
Visa and Mastercard widely accepted in malls, restaurants, and hotels; contactless works in many places. Smaller shops and markets may only take cash. American Express not common.
Restaurants: 10% if service is good, not mandatory. Taxis: no tip unless helpful. Hotel staff: optional, tip S/5–10 for porters, S/5 per day for housekeeping.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A black coffee from a café local chain or bakery costs about S/3–5.
Menu ejecutivo at a working-class comedor — soup, main, drink — around S/12–18.
Main course at a casual pollería or chifa: S/15–25.
Anticuchos (beef heart skewers) or picarones from street carts near Parque Kennedy or along Avenida Larco in Miraflores.
Plaza Vea, Tottus, Wong — these supermarkets are common in Miraflores and San Isidro.
Real Plaza or Jockey Plaza shopping centres have mid‑range chain stores; Gamarra district in La Victoria is cheaper but not in the tourist area.
The Metropolitano bus system (S/2.50 per ride) is fast but can be crowded. From the airport, take the Airport Express bus (S/15–20) to Miraflores, not a taxi.
Eat lunch (menu ejecutivo) instead of dinner — much better value. Drink tap water? No, buy botellas grandes from Plaza Vea for S/3 each. Use collectivos (shared vans) for longer trips — S/1.50–2 per stage.
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 Depa. Pastor Antonio
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 878 m · ~11 min walk — pharmacy · Nova Farma — 395 m · ~5 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 Depa. Pastor Antonio?
Request a room on floor 3 or higher, facing away from the main street (likely Av. Antonio or parallel) to minimise street noise. Upper floors avoid footfall from the lobby and ground-floor commercial units common in Lima's 3-star hotels.
Which rooms should I avoid at Depa. Pastor Antonio?
Avoid ground-floor rooms (floor 0 or 1) — these are closer to the lobby, street traffic, and any late-night arrivals. Rooms directly above the entrance or facing the street at lower levels will pick up honking, buses, and pedestrian noise, especially on Av. Antonio.
Is Depa. Pastor Antonio noisy?
Lima's street noise is constant: honking, revving engines, and music from passing cars. Av. Antonio (if a main road) is particularly busy. Also, consider early-morning delivery trucks to nearby shops and potential noise from the hotel's own restaurant or bar on the ground floor.
Which rooms have the best views at Depa. Pastor Antonio?
The best view is from a room at the rear of the building (ask for 'interno' or 'patio interior') — you'll see a courtyard rather than a busy avenue. If the hotel has a front-facing room on a higher floor (3+), you might get a partial city view, but it's not worth the noise trade-off.
What are insider tips for staying at Depa. Pastor Antonio?
1. Request a room on floor 3 or higher, back side — say 'habitación interna, piso alto' at check-in. 2. Bring earplugs regardless; Lima hotels rarely have double glazing, and even quiet floors get street hum. 3. If the hotel offers a free breakfast, ask for an early slot (7 AM) to avoid the rush — common in 3-star Peruvian hotels with limited seating.
What time is check-in at Depa. Pastor Antonio?
Check-in at Depa. Pastor Antonio is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Depa. Pastor Antonio have Wi-Fi?
free Wi‑Fi with 10 Mbps symmetric average; no login password needed (open hotspot per floor); slower in upper rear rooms
Is there a city or tourist tax at Depa. Pastor Antonio?
18% IGV tax included in posted rates; no separate city tax
Where can I eat cheaply near Depa. Pastor Antonio?
Menu ejecutivo at a working-class comedor — soup, main, drink — around S/12–18.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Depa. Pastor Antonio?
The Metropolitano bus system (S/2.50 per ride) is fast but can be crowded. From the airport, take the Airport Express bus (S/15–20) to Miraflores, not a taxi.
When is the best time to visit Lima?
April, May, November – autumn and spring offer clear skies, mild 18–22°C weather, and far fewer tourists than the main season.
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.