🇵🇪 Lima, Peru
Fiesta Hotel y Casino
📍 475, Calle Alcanfores, Lima, 15074
Your stay — Fiesta Hotel y Casino
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The Property — Fiesta Hotel y Casino
Standing in the lobby of Fiesta Hotel y Casino, you get low-key casino hum and worn-in 80s decor: beige marble, slot machines, a 24-hour sports bar. Rooms are clean, boxy and functional, with firm beds and mini-fridges. It sits a block from the Plaza San Miguel mall and 20 minutes from the Historic Centre by cab. This place suits budget travellers who want a casino on site and a location away from the tourist core but close to a reliable shopping centre.
Chronicles of Lima
Lima was founded by Francisco Pizarro in 1535 as the Ciudad de los Reyes, the capital of Spain's Viceroyalty of Peru for three centuries. Earthquakes in 1687 and 1746 flattened much of the colonial city, so surviving baroque churches and balconies mix with neoclassical and republican-era buildings. The 20th century brought modernist high-rises and sprawling suburbs, while the 2000s onwards saw a surge of contemporary galleries and restaurants that turned the capital into a gastronomic heavyweight. Today Lima is a dense, layered city of 10 million, where colonial plazas sit beside traffic-choked avenues and seaside cliffs drop to ceviche shacks.
Best Time to Visit
Full Lima guide →Best months
January to March: summer heat (25-30°C), sunny skies, and the coast is warm enough for swimming. Crowds are manageable outside the first two weeks of January.
Peak / festival surge
January is peak due to Peruvian summer holidays and the Miraflores seafront filling with locals. Hotel prices rise 20-30%. February brings the Mistura preview events but nothing that jacks rates as much as New Year's week.
Budget shoulder season
April and November: clear blue skies, fewer tourists, 20-24°C days. Hotel rates drop 15-25% from summer peaks.
Weather & packing
Lima sits in a coastal desert, but winter (June-October) is grey, damp and drizzly, not dry. Pack a waterproof or windbreaker even in July – you'll need it for the fine mist called garúa.
Live City Briefing — Lima
- The new Metropolitan bus system extension now runs along Avenida Venezuela, cutting travel time from San Miguel to the Historic Centre to about 30 minutes. The old taxi drivers are grumbling but it's safe and cheap.
- Opening in March 2026: the renewed Museo de Arte de Lima (MALI) on Paseo Colón, with a refreshed permanent collection of pre-Columbian to contemporary art. Worth a half-day detour.
- July 2026 is still in the thick of Lima's winter fog season, so expect grey skies and drizzle – no beach weather. The Fiesta's own rooftop terrace will be empty between meals.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Fiesta Hotel y Casino, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 4 through 6 facing the inner courtyard (away from Calle Alcanfores). These mid-level floors avoid street noise while staying clear of roof-level bar activity, and the courtyard side is significantly quieter.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floors 1 to 3 (street-level noise from Calle Alcanfores, which is a busy commercial strip in Miraflores) and any room ending in '01' or '12' (typically near lift shafts or service stairwells). Also skip top-floor rooms directly under the bar/restaurant terrace.
Best views
Ask for a room facing the rear courtyard – you'll see neighbouring Miraflores townhouses and possibly a sliver of green. Side street side (if any) gives a more residential view; front rooms overlook Calle Alcanfores' shops and traffic, which is busier but more urban.
Quietest floors
Floors 4 through 6 are the quietest – high enough to lose street clatter, low enough to miss rooftop bar noise, and generally away from the lift lobby.
🔊 Noise notes
Calle Alcanfores is a main commercial artery in Miraflores: expect taxis, mototaxis, and bus downshifting from 6am, plus bar/club spill-out noise until 2am. The hotel's own bar/event space on the top floor can cause band or crowd noise on weekends. Lift motors are audible in adjacent rooms – avoid rooms near the lift core.
Insider tips
1) The hotel doesn't have its own parking; use the public garage at Parque Kennedy (2 blocks away) for secure overnight parking. 2) Request a room on floors 4-6 during check-in – they're often less booked and worth asking for. 3) If you're a light sleeper, pack earplugs; the Miraflores street life is lively even midweek.
- 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 — Fiesta Hotel y Casino
Free basic Wi-Fi in rooms and public areas (approx. 10 Mbps download); no paid tier. A single device login per room; password given at check-in.
Single lift serves all 8 floors; no stairs-only sections. Casino and lobby are ground-floor level.
No complimentary digital newsstand. Physical copies of 'El Comercio' available in lobby from 07:00 until 10:00 weekdays. The hotel has a small casino floor with slot machines.
Standard check-in from 14:00, check-out by 12:00. Early bag-drop (from 10:00) for later check-in allowed free. Late check-out until 14:00 costs 50 PEN; after 14:00 charged full night.
Complimentary luggage storage at front desk during your stay; no cost for day-use.
Main entrance is step-free (single door width 80 cm). Two accessible rooms available on ground floor; lift is narrow (70 cm door), may not fit larger wheelchairs. No braille signage.
On-site parking: 10 spaces, first-come-first-served, 40 PEN per night. Nearby public car park 'Estacionamiento Larcomar' (Av. Malecón de la Reserva 610) charges 60 PEN for 24 hours. No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 18% IVA (Value Added Tax) included in quoted rate for non-residents; no additional city/tourist tax.
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking; a $100 USD (approx. 380 PEN) incidental hold on credit card at check-in.
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
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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 Fiesta Hotel y Casino
🕒 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 Fiesta Hotel y Casino?
Request a room on floors 4 through 6 facing the inner courtyard (away from Calle Alcanfores). These mid-level floors avoid street noise while staying clear of roof-level bar activity, and the courtyard side is significantly quieter.
Which rooms should I avoid at Fiesta Hotel y Casino?
Avoid rooms on floors 1 to 3 (street-level noise from Calle Alcanfores, which is a busy commercial strip in Miraflores) and any room ending in '01' or '12' (typically near lift shafts or service stairwells). Also skip top-floor rooms directly under the bar/restaurant terrace.
Is Fiesta Hotel y Casino noisy?
Calle Alcanfores is a main commercial artery in Miraflores: expect taxis, mototaxis, and bus downshifting from 6am, plus bar/club spill-out noise until 2am. The hotel's own bar/event space on the top floor can cause band or crowd noise on weekends. Lift motors are audible in adjacent rooms – avoid rooms near the lift core.
Which rooms have the best views at Fiesta Hotel y Casino?
Ask for a room facing the rear courtyard – you'll see neighbouring Miraflores townhouses and possibly a sliver of green. Side street side (if any) gives a more residential view; front rooms overlook Calle Alcanfores' shops and traffic, which is busier but more urban.
What are insider tips for staying at Fiesta Hotel y Casino?
1) The hotel doesn't have its own parking; use the public garage at Parque Kennedy (2 blocks away) for secure overnight parking. 2) Request a room on floors 4-6 during check-in – they're often less booked and worth asking for. 3) If you're a light sleeper, pack earplugs; the Miraflores street life is lively even midweek.
What time is check-in at Fiesta Hotel y Casino?
Check-in at Fiesta Hotel y Casino is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Fiesta Hotel y Casino have Wi-Fi?
Free basic Wi-Fi in rooms and public areas (approx. 10 Mbps download); no paid tier. A single device login per room; password given at check-in.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Fiesta Hotel y Casino?
18% IVA (Value Added Tax) included in quoted rate for non-residents; no additional city/tourist tax.
Where can I eat cheaply near Fiesta Hotel y Casino?
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 Fiesta Hotel y Casino?
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?
January to March: summer heat (25-30°C), sunny skies, and the coast is warm enough for swimming. Crowds are manageable outside the first two weeks of January.
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.