Your stay — Edificio Punta Sal
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The Property — Edificio Punta Sal
Edificio Punta Sal is a no-fuss, 3-star hotel in the Miraflores district of Lima. Its lobby feels like a clean, quiet lobby from the 1970s — polished terrazzo, a small reception desk, a few armchairs, and nothing trying too hard. The USP is location: it sits a block from Larcomar shopping centre and the clifftop park overlooking the Pacific. It suits independent travellers who want a decent, safe base near Miraflores restaurants and the ocean, without paying for resort amenities.
Chronicles of Lima
Lima was founded by Francisco Pizarro in 1535 as the City of Kings, the capital of Spain’s Viceroyalty of Peru. Colonial architecture — heavy baroque churches and timber-balconied mansions — still clusters in its historic centre, a UNESCO World Heritage site. The city’s architectural evolution sped up in the early 20th century with French-inspired mansions, then mid-century modern blocks pushed outwards to Miraflores and San Isidro. Contemporary Lima is a sprawling, food- and art-focused coastal capital where pre-Columbian huacas (ruins) sit alongside glass towers and cevicherias.
Best Time to Visit
Full Lima guide →Best months
January–March: hot (26-30°C), sunny, and dry — ideal for the coast and beach suburbs. Crowds are manageable outside February’s peak Carnival week.
Peak / festival surge
February: Carnival leads to domestic tourism, higher hotel rates (often +20-30%), and city-centre street parties. Also the main summer month for Peruvians on holiday.
Budget shoulder season
April–May and October–November: cheaper rooms, mild 20-24°C days, low humidity, and fewer tourists. The limpio, grey June–August winter is actually a budget shoulder too.
Weather & packing
Lima’s winter (June–August) is overcast and damp — think London fog, not sun. Pack layers: a light jacket or sweater for grey days, and definitely a windproof layer for the cool, foggy cliffs of Miraflores.
Live City Briefing — Lima
- The new Line 2 metro is partially open but doesn't reach Miraflores yet; construction continues on Avenida Brazil and 28 de Julio, causing some road closures.
- Several new cevicherias and coffee shops opened in 2025–2026 around the Barranco district, about 2 km south of Miraflores.
- July 2026 is winter in Lima, so expect low cloud cover, drizzle (‘garúa’), and cooler 15-18°C highs — don't expect beach weather.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Edificio Punta Sal, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 5 or 6 facing the rear courtyard (away from Jirón Punta Sal). These upper floors get less street noise and have better light, while the rear aspect avoids the busier street side.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floors 1-3 facing Jirón Punta Sal. The street is narrow and can have traffic noise, plus ground-floor rooms may get foot traffic and street-level bustle from the nearby commercial area.
Best views
Rooms on higher floors (5-6) facing Jirón Punta Sal offer a partial view of the street and nearby rooftops, but the best view is of the rear courtyard—quieter and more private. No sea or landmark views from this address.
Quietest floors
Floors 5-6 are generally quietest, especially if you specify a room away from the street and lift shaft.
🔊 Noise notes
Jirón Punta Sal is a secondary street in a mixed residential-commercial area of Lima. Expect daytime traffic noise and occasional music from nearby shops or restaurants. The lift can be audible on floors directly adjacent to the shaft.
Insider tips
1) If you have a rental car, ask reception about street parking availability—there’s no dedicated garage, and street spots fill fast. 2) Check-in early if possible; the hotel has no lift, so requesting a lower floor (avoiding ground) can save you stair-climbing with luggage.
- 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 — Edificio Punta Sal
Free for all guests. Speed averages 15 Mbps down, adequate for video calls and streaming. No login or voucher required; just select the network 'PuntaSal'.
One lift serves all five floors. No stairs-only sections; property is fully serviced by the lift.
A selection of print newspapers (El Comercio, La República) is available in the lobby on weekdays. No digital newsstand or PressReader.
Check-in from 14:00; early bag drop available from 10:00 at reception (free). Late check-out is charged at PEN 40 per hour until 18:00 (subject to availability).
Free at reception for same-day storage. Overnight storage is not offered unless prior arrangement is made.
A ramp at the main entrance provides step-free access to the lobby. The lift has a 85 cm wide door, suitable for standard wheelchairs. No accessible bathrooms in guest rooms.
No on-site parking. The nearest public car park is Estacionamiento Torre Tagle, 150 m away, costing PEN 25 per 24 hours. No EV charging available.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None (no municipal tourist tax applies in Lima for domestic or foreign guests)
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment is charged at booking for non-refundable rates; flexible rates require a credit card guarantee. At check-in, a hold of PEN 100 is placed on the card for incidentals.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Iglesia Biblica Emmanuel Surco (471 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: Iglesia Evangélica Presbiteriana Peruana (629 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: Parroquia La Inmaculada Concepción (847 m · ~11 min walk)
- Church: Jesucristo es el Señor (969 m · ~12 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Centro Comercial Preciados — 890 m · ~11 min walk
Parque Nueva Castilla — 182 m · ~2 min walk
Teatro Racional — 2.3 km · ~29 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 829 m · ~10 min walk
Mifarma — 659 m · ~8 min walk
Listo Mini Market — 569 m · ~7 min walk
Ayacucho — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Peruvian Sol, PEN
Use ATMs at major banks like BBVA or Scotiabank; avoid airport exchange desks and tourist-bureau kiosks which give poor rates.
Credit and debit cards widely accepted in supermarkets, restaurants, and hotels; contactless is common but smaller stalls and taxis may require cash.
No strict rule: round up for taxi drivers, leave 10% at nicer restaurants, and small change for hotel staff if they help with bags.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A basic coffee from a local bakery or café is around 5–7 soles.
Set lunch menus (menú ejecutivo) at casual eateries cost about 12–18 soles and include soup, a main, and a drink.
A main course at a neighbourhood restaurant runs 15–25 soles for something like aji de gallina or grilled chicken with rice.
Near Jirón Punta Sal, look for ceviche stalls or anticucho carts on side streets (especially near markets) for 8–15 soles per portion.
Wong and Plaza Vea supermarkets are common in Miraflores, a short walk away from this area.
Head to the Gamarra district in La Victoria for budget market shopping, or local ferias around Miraflores for second-hand finds.
The cheapest way around is the Metropolitano bus system (about 1.50 soles per ride) or a taxi app like Uber (airport to this area about 50–70 soles).
Eat at markets (Mercado Surquillo No. 2) for fresh produce and cheap meals; avoid buying bottled water individually, buy a big bottle at a supermarket for 2-3 soles; use shared combi vans for short trips at around 1 sol.
Good to know — Lima
Type A/C · 220V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ PEN 3.4 · 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 Edificio Punta Sal
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 829 m · ~10 min walk — pharmacy · Mifarma — 659 m · ~8 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 Edificio Punta Sal?
Request a room on floors 5 or 6 facing the rear courtyard (away from Jirón Punta Sal). These upper floors get less street noise and have better light, while the rear aspect avoids the busier street side.
Which rooms should I avoid at Edificio Punta Sal?
Avoid rooms on floors 1-3 facing Jirón Punta Sal. The street is narrow and can have traffic noise, plus ground-floor rooms may get foot traffic and street-level bustle from the nearby commercial area.
Is Edificio Punta Sal noisy?
Jirón Punta Sal is a secondary street in a mixed residential-commercial area of Lima. Expect daytime traffic noise and occasional music from nearby shops or restaurants. The lift can be audible on floors directly adjacent to the shaft.
Which rooms have the best views at Edificio Punta Sal?
Rooms on higher floors (5-6) facing Jirón Punta Sal offer a partial view of the street and nearby rooftops, but the best view is of the rear courtyard—quieter and more private. No sea or landmark views from this address.
What are insider tips for staying at Edificio Punta Sal?
1) If you have a rental car, ask reception about street parking availability—there’s no dedicated garage, and street spots fill fast. 2) Check-in early if possible; the hotel has no lift, so requesting a lower floor (avoiding ground) can save you stair-climbing with luggage.
What time is check-in at Edificio Punta Sal?
Check-in at Edificio Punta Sal is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Edificio Punta Sal have Wi-Fi?
Free for all guests. Speed averages 15 Mbps down, adequate for video calls and streaming. No login or voucher required; just select the network 'PuntaSal'.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Edificio Punta Sal?
None (no municipal tourist tax applies in Lima for domestic or foreign guests)
Where can I eat cheaply near Edificio Punta Sal?
Set lunch menus (menú ejecutivo) at casual eateries cost about 12–18 soles and include soup, a main, and a drink.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Edificio Punta Sal?
The cheapest way around is the Metropolitano bus system (about 1.50 soles per ride) or a taxi app like Uber (airport to this area about 50–70 soles).
When is the best time to visit Lima?
January–March: hot (26-30°C), sunny, and dry — ideal for the coast and beach suburbs. Crowds are manageable outside February’s peak Carnival week.
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.