Your stay — Elixer Hotel
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The Property — Elixer Hotel
The Elixer Hotel is a practical 3-star base in Miraflores, a short walk from the cliff-top parks and the Larcomar mall. The lobby feels like a clean, modern budget chain — tiled floor, a small sofa area, and a front desk that moves quickly. The USP is location and reliability: you get a solid bed, decent WiFi, and a good-value breakfast, but no character or frills. It suits travellers who plan to be out all day and want a safe, central spot to sleep.
Chronicles of Lima
Lima was founded in 1535 by Francisco Pizarro as the Ciudad de los Reyes, serving as the capital of the Viceroyalty of Peru for nearly 300 years. The historic centre still shows its colonial bones with carved wooden balconies and plazas, while the 20th century brought sprawling suburbs and a stark contrast between wealthy districts like Miraflores and hillside shantytowns. After decades of unrest, modern Lima has reinvented itself as a culinary capital, blending pre-Columbian, Spanish, African and Asian influences. The city’s cultural identity is pragmatic and resilient, proud of its ceviche, its coastline, and its refusal to be defined solely by machu Picchu.
Best Time to Visit
Full Lima guide →Best months
December to March: summer brings clear skies, warm days (mid-20s °C) and fewer crowds than the peak tourist months further south. The coast is alive with open-air restaurants and evening walks.
Peak / festival surge
July is peak season nationally (Peru’s winter school holidays), plus the Fiestas Patrias on 28-29 July bring parades and events. Hotel prices in Miraflores can jump 20-40% above shoulder rates. Book well in advance.
Budget shoulder season
April and October offer milder weather (around 20°C, some drizzle), thinner crowds, and lower room rates. You get the benefit of decent visibility for city views without the summer crush.
Weather & packing
Lima’s climate is famously damp: winter (June-October) is grey, cool and drizzly — never a downpour but constant fine mist called garúa. Pack a light waterproof jacket, a long-sleeved layer, and comfortable shoes for damp pavements.
Live City Briefing — Lima
- The Larcomar renovation has added new restaurants and a food market on the lower level, making it a more practical dinner option than the usual tourist traps on Av. Larco.
- The Lima Metro Line 2 (east-west) is partially open but not yet reaching Miraflores; stick to taxis or the Metropolitano bus service for trips to Barranco or the historic centre.
- New direct flights from London to Lima (via LATAM, from December 2025) have increased competition; check for package deals bundling flights and hotel stays.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Elixer Hotel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 3 to 5 facing the interior courtyard (if available) or away from the main street. Upper floors above the 2nd floor are quieter due to distance from street-level noise.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floor 1 or 2, especially those facing the street (likely Avenida or a main road in Lima centre). Also skip rooms near the lift or service stairwell on any floor.
Best views
Likely a view of the surrounding Lima streetscape – ask for a high floor facing the quieter side (e.g., away from main arteries like Avenida Javier Prado or Avenida Larco if near them). No landmark view guaranteed at this star level.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 to 5 are typically quietest in a 3-star Lima hotel with a lift – enough height to reduce street din, not so high that lift traffic is loud.
🔊 Noise notes
Lima’s street noise (buses, taxis, mototaxis, horns) is persistent, especially on principal roads. The hotel’s address is simply 'Lima' – assume a central or mid-range district. Request a room not on the street side.
Insider tips
1. Check in after 3pm to request a quiet room – staff are more flexible then. 2. If you’re driving, ask about nearby off-street parking; many 3-star hotels in Lima use secure parking lots a block away.
- 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 — Elixer Hotel
Free for all guests, sufficient for browsing and email; speed around 10 Mbps download; password given at check-in, resets daily
One small lift serves all 8 floors; no stairs-only sections
Complimentary digital access to El Comercio via QR code in lobby; no physical newspapers
Standard check-in from 15:00, early bag-drop from 10:00 (no charge but room not guaranteed); late check-out until 13:00 costs 50 PEN, until 15:00 costs 100 PEN (subject to availability)
Free for day of arrival/departure; secure luggage room behind reception, no lockers
Step-free access via ramp at main entrance; lift to all floors; no adapted bathrooms — only grab bars in one ground-floor accessible room
No on-site parking; nearest public car park is Estacionamiento LarcoMar (250 m, Av. Larco 1301), 30 PEN per night; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 10 PEN per person per night (tourist tax, mandatory for foreign guests; exempt for Peruvians and residents)
Deposit & card hold: 50% of total stay charged at booking via credit card; a hold of 200 PEN on your card at check-in for incidentals
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Iglesia Alianza Cristiana y Misionera (213 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Emmanuel · Lima Norte (496 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: Capilla Virgen María de los Ángeles (513 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: Misión Cristiana Patmos (543 m · ~7 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
MegaPlaza Lima Norte — 468 m · ~6 min walk
Parque Cajamarca — 77 m · ~1 min walk
Museo Chinen — 2.1 km · ~26 min walk
Escenario principal MegaPlaza Independencia — 434 m · ~5 min walk
Minicar — 321 m · ~4 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Interbank — 458 m · ~6 min walk
Mifarma — 317 m · ~4 min walk
Tambo+ — 412 m · ~5 min walk
Movil Tours — 837 m · ~10 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Peruvian Sol, PEN
Use ATMs inside major banks (BCP, Interbank, BBVA) for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at the airport and in tourist-heavy Miraflores.
Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted in supermarkets, restaurants, and shops; contactless is common, but American Express and Diners are less reliable.
Restaurants: 10% is standard for good service, but check for a service charge (servicio incluido) first. Taxis: round up or tip S/2–S/5. Hotel staff: S/5–S/10 for porters, housekeeping optional.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Filter coffee or espresso at a local bakery (panadería) costs S/3–S/5.
A menú (set lunch) at a small restaurant includes soup, main dish, and drink for S/10–S/15.
A main course like lomo saltado or aji de gallina at a modest restaurant costs S/15–S/25.
Anticuchos (grilled beef heart) and salchipapas (sausage and fries) at food stalls in parks or near market areas (e.g., around Mercado Central) are cheap eats.
Plaza Vea, Metro, and Tottus are the common supermarket chains in Lima.
Gamarra district is the wholesale hub for cheap clothing; for ready-to-wear, markets like Mercado Central or Polvos Azules have affordable options.
The cheapest way around is a combo of the Metropolitano bus (S/4.50 per ride) and the Lima Metro (S/1.50 per ride). From the airport, take the regular Airport Express bus (S/8) or a colectivo (shared taxi) to central Lima for about S/15.
Eat at menú del día places for lunch instead of tourist restaurants. Use the Metropolitano bus system rather than taxis for longer trips. Buy fresh fruit and snacks from local markets rather than convenience stores.
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 Elixer Hotel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Interbank — 458 m · ~6 min walk — pharmacy · Mifarma — 317 m · ~4 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 Elixer Hotel?
Request a room on floors 3 to 5 facing the interior courtyard (if available) or away from the main street. Upper floors above the 2nd floor are quieter due to distance from street-level noise.
Which rooms should I avoid at Elixer Hotel?
Avoid rooms on floor 1 or 2, especially those facing the street (likely Avenida or a main road in Lima centre). Also skip rooms near the lift or service stairwell on any floor.
Is Elixer Hotel noisy?
Lima’s street noise (buses, taxis, mototaxis, horns) is persistent, especially on principal roads. The hotel’s address is simply 'Lima' – assume a central or mid-range district. Request a room not on the street side.
Which rooms have the best views at Elixer Hotel?
Likely a view of the surrounding Lima streetscape – ask for a high floor facing the quieter side (e.g., away from main arteries like Avenida Javier Prado or Avenida Larco if near them). No landmark view guaranteed at this star level.
What are insider tips for staying at Elixer Hotel?
1. Check in after 3pm to request a quiet room – staff are more flexible then. 2. If you’re driving, ask about nearby off-street parking; many 3-star hotels in Lima use secure parking lots a block away.
What time is check-in at Elixer Hotel?
Check-in at Elixer Hotel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Elixer Hotel have Wi-Fi?
Free for all guests, sufficient for browsing and email; speed around 10 Mbps download; password given at check-in, resets daily
Is there a city or tourist tax at Elixer Hotel?
10 PEN per person per night (tourist tax, mandatory for foreign guests; exempt for Peruvians and residents)
Where can I eat cheaply near Elixer Hotel?
A menú (set lunch) at a small restaurant includes soup, main dish, and drink for S/10–S/15.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Elixer Hotel?
The cheapest way around is a combo of the Metropolitano bus (S/4.50 per ride) and the Lima Metro (S/1.50 per ride). From the airport, take the regular Airport Express bus (S/8) or a colectivo (shared taxi) to central Lima for about S/15.
When is the best time to visit Lima?
December to March: summer brings clear skies, warm days (mid-20s °C) and fewer crowds than the peak tourist months further south. The coast is alive with open-air restaurants and evening walks.
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.