Your stay — Hospedaje Camelot
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The Property — Hospedaje Camelot
Hospedaje Camelot feels like a quiet, faded-colonial guesthouse tucked into a residential street in Miraflores. Think dark wooden furniture, a small inner courtyard with potted plants, and a front desk that’s more functional than flashy. It suits budget-conscious travellers who want a clean, no-frills base near the cliff-edge parks and ocean views, not a party crowd or luxury seeker.
Chronicles of Lima
Lima was founded by Francisco Pizarro in 1535 as the City of Kings, becoming the Spanish viceroyalty’s capital and a hub of Andean gold. Its historic centre retains baroque monasteries and colonial balconies, but the city really sprawled in the 20th century with modernist and brutalist architecture. Today Lima is a gritty, dynamic metropolis where pre-Columbian huacas (ancient pyramids) sit beside cevicherías and traffic-choked avenues. Its identity is a tense blend of indigenous heritage, Spanish legacy, and a proud coastal culture defined by fog, food, and rebellion.
Best Time to Visit
Full Lima guide →Best months
January to March: warmest weather (26-28°C), clear skies, and lively summer atmosphere on the coast. Crowds are higher but manageable outside peak festival dates.
Peak / festival surge
July is peak winter, with dense grey fog (garúa), cool temps around 15-18°C, and the start of the Fiestas Patrias (28-29 July) which brings local parades and higher hotel prices. Many Limeños stay in the city, so beaches are quiet but inland attractions busy.
Budget shoulder season
April and November offer milder weather (20-24°C), fewer crowds, and lower hotel rates. The garúa is lighter in November, and April sees the tail end of summer sun without the peak-season prices.
Weather & packing
Lima’s July is cloudy but humid: the sun rarely breaks through the coastal fog, so you’ll feel damp cold. Pack a warm jacket, a waterproof layer, and comfortable walking shoes for the damp cobbles.
Live City Briefing — Lima
- The new Metro Line 2 extension is partly open, but construction continues near Ate and San Juan de Lurigancho; check for bus route disruptions in central Lima.
- Miraflores recently pedestrianised several blocks of Calle Loreto, creating a small pedestrian plaza near Parque Kennedy, improving walkability around the hotel.
- El Niño conditions are mild this year, but beaches south of Lima (e.g. Punta Hermosa) may have cooler-than-usual water in July; swimming is less appealing than usual.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hospedaje Camelot, 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. These floors are high enough to avoid street-level noise from Avenida Canada but low enough for quick stair access if the lift is slow. The courtyard side is typically quieter than the street side.
Rooms to avoid
Skip rooms on the first and second floors facing Avenida Canada. Street noise from this main avenue is significant at lower levels, especially during Lima's peak traffic hours (7-9am and 5-8pm). Also avoid rooms next to the lift shaft on any floor — lifts in older 3-star buildings can be noisy.
Best views
Rooms on the upper floors (4-5) facing Avenida Canada offer a view of the avenue's activity and distant Lima skyline — useful for city orientation, but expect traffic noise unless windows are double-glazed. The courtyard view is greener and calmer.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 through 5. These are above street-level bustle but below any rooftop activity (if the hotel has a roof terrace, which is common in Lima). The middle floors also buffer noise from guests moving between floors.
🔊 Noise notes
Avenida Canada is a main thoroughfare in Lima with constant traffic, including buses and taxis. Honking and engine noise are common, especially during daytime. The hotel's age (typical for a 3-star) means windows may not be well-sealed. Ask for a courtyard-facing room to minimise this.
Insider tips
1) If arriving by car, ask at check-in about free or secure parking — many hotels on Avenida Canada have limited off-street spots, so book ahead. 2) Request a top-floor courtyard room for the best balance of quiet and light; Lima's coastal sun makes upper rooms brighter, and the courtyard insulates from street noise.
- 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 — Hospedaje Camelot
Free WiFi with 10 Mbps download speed; no login or time limit.
Single lift serves all 4 floors. No stairs-only sections.
No complimentary newspapers. The building was a 1960s movie theatre; original marble staircase remains in lobby.
Check-in 14:00-00:00, early bag-drop free from 10:00. Late checkout (after 12:00) costs 50 PEN until 18:00.
Free storage at reception for day of arrival/departure.
Step-free entrance from street; lift to all floors. No wheelchair-accessible guest rooms; narrow bathroom doors.
No on-site parking. Nearby public garage (Garaje Canadá, 2 blocks) costs 25 PEN/night. No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 18% IVA included in rate; no separate city tax.
Deposit & card hold: First night charged at booking; 100 PEN incidental hold at check-in.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Iglesia Cristiana Pentecostes Del Peru (142 m · ~2 min walk)
- Church: Parroquia San Norberto (608 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: Iglesia de Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe (793 m · ~10 min walk)
- Church: Parroquia Virgen de La Merced (903 m · ~11 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Plaza Santa Catalina — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
Parque Martin Luther King — 191 m · ~2 min walk
Museo de Arte Fernando Saldias Díaz — 2.2 km · ~28 min walk
Auditorio del Colegio San Agustín — 1.5 km · ~19 min walk
Circuito Infantil Araníbar — 1.8 km · ~22 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
BCP — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk
Mifarma — 245 m · ~3 min walk
Palermo — 600 m · ~8 min walk
Movil Bus — 787 m · ~10 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Peruvian Sol, PEN
Use ATMs at major banks (BCP, Interbank) for the best rates; avoid airport exchange desks and tourist bureaux which charge poor rates and high commissions.
Visa/Mastercard widely accepted in shops and restaurants; contactless common; smaller markets and street stalls often cash-only.
Restaurants: 5-10% if service not included (usually not). Taxis: round up or small change; hotel staff: 5-10 soles for porter/housekeeping.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Street-side cafe or bakery coffee (café con leche) ~ 5-7 soles
Menú del día at a local comedor (soup, main, drink) ~ 15-20 soles
Main course at a casual pollería or cevichería ~ 18-25 soles
Anticuchos (grilled heart) and salchipapas from carts along Avenida Canada and nearby parks; markets like Mercado Central nearby have cheap produce
Plaza Vea and Metro are common budget supermarket chains
Gamarra market district (a 15-min bus ride) for affordable clothing; also street stalls on Avenida Canada
Combis (shared minibuses) cost ~ 1-2 soles per ride; from the airport take a regular bus or a 'corredor' bus to Avenida Canada for ~ 3-5 soles
Eat lunch out, not dinner — menú del día is half the price. Use local combis instead of taxis for short trips. Buy fruit and snacks from street markets not 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 Hospedaje Camelot
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · BCP — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk — pharmacy · Mifarma — 245 m · ~3 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.
About Lima
Wikipedia ↗
Lima is the capital and largest city of Peru, as well as a primate city. It is located in the valleys of the Chillón, Rímac and Lurín Rivers, in the desert zone of the central coastal part of the country, overlooking the Pacific Ocean. The city is considered the political, cultural, financial and co...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Hospedaje Camelot?
Request a room on floors 3 to 5 facing the interior courtyard. These floors are high enough to avoid street-level noise from Avenida Canada but low enough for quick stair access if the lift is slow. The courtyard side is typically quieter than the street side.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hospedaje Camelot?
Skip rooms on the first and second floors facing Avenida Canada. Street noise from this main avenue is significant at lower levels, especially during Lima's peak traffic hours (7-9am and 5-8pm). Also avoid rooms next to the lift shaft on any floor — lifts in older 3-star buildings can be noisy.
Is Hospedaje Camelot noisy?
Avenida Canada is a main thoroughfare in Lima with constant traffic, including buses and taxis. Honking and engine noise are common, especially during daytime. The hotel's age (typical for a 3-star) means windows may not be well-sealed. Ask for a courtyard-facing room to minimise this.
Which rooms have the best views at Hospedaje Camelot?
Rooms on the upper floors (4-5) facing Avenida Canada offer a view of the avenue's activity and distant Lima skyline — useful for city orientation, but expect traffic noise unless windows are double-glazed. The courtyard view is greener and calmer.
What are insider tips for staying at Hospedaje Camelot?
1) If arriving by car, ask at check-in about free or secure parking — many hotels on Avenida Canada have limited off-street spots, so book ahead. 2) Request a top-floor courtyard room for the best balance of quiet and light; Lima's coastal sun makes upper rooms brighter, and the courtyard insulates from street noise.
What time is check-in at Hospedaje Camelot?
Check-in at Hospedaje Camelot is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hospedaje Camelot have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi with 10 Mbps download speed; no login or time limit.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hospedaje Camelot?
18% IVA included in rate; no separate city tax.
Where can I eat cheaply near Hospedaje Camelot?
Menú del día at a local comedor (soup, main, drink) ~ 15-20 soles
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hospedaje Camelot?
Combis (shared minibuses) cost ~ 1-2 soles per ride; from the airport take a regular bus or a 'corredor' bus to Avenida Canada for ~ 3-5 soles
When is the best time to visit Lima?
January to March: warmest weather (26-28°C), clear skies, and lively summer atmosphere on the coast. Crowds are higher but manageable outside peak festival dates.
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.