Your stay — Hospedaje Flores
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The Property — Hospedaje Flores
A century-old townhouse turned no-frills guesthouse in Miraflores, with creaky wooden stairs, tiled courtyards, and a rooftop terrace overlooking the Pacific. It’s spartan but genuinely friendly: the sort of place where the owner remembers your name and points you to the ceviche joint around the corner. Best for budget travellers and solo wanderers who value character over carpeted corridors.
Chronicles of Lima
Lima was founded by Francisco Pizarro in 1535 as the ‘City of Kings’, quickly becoming the colonial capital of Spanish South America. Its centre still holds baroque churches and wooden balconies from that era, while the huaca (adobe pyramid) ruins in Miraflores predate the Incas by centuries. Today’s Lima is a sprawling, coastal metropolis of 10 million, famous for its ceviche, misty winters, and a gritty-but-urgent cultural revival. It remains Peru’s political and culinary heart, with a skyline that mixes colonial, brutalist and glass towers.
Best Time to Visit
Full Lima guide →Best months
December to March: summer sun, clear skies, and temperatures 25–30°C, perfect for coastal walks and paragliding. Fewer tourists than July, but still lively.
Peak / festival surge
July: winter holiday for Peruvians, plus the Fiestas Patrias (28–29 July) with parades and parties. Hotel prices jump 30–50%, and the Garúa coastal fog often settles in, making it grey but not cold.
Budget shoulder season
April and November: mild weather (20–25°C), fewer crowds, and rates drop by 20–30%. Still good for sightseeing without the winter gloom or summer rush.
Weather & packing
Lima’s climate is bizarre: it’s almost always overcast from May to November, with occasional drizzle (‘garúa’) but never rain. Pack layers: a lightweight fleece or hoodie for evenings, plus a windproof jacket—not a raincoat.
Live City Briefing — Lima
- The new metro Line 2 extension opened a section in late 2025, but it still doesn’t reach Miraflores; use Uber or the Metropolitano bus system, which has reduced frequencies due to maintenance works.
- Lima has imposed a 15% tourist tax on hotel stays for foreign visitors starting April 2026, payable at checkout. Check if Hospedaje Flores includes it in their quoted rate.
- Museo Larco in Pueblo Libre is currently closed for major interior renovations until October 2026, but its gardens and café remain open for a partial visit.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hospedaje Flores, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the third floor facing the inner courtyard. Reduced street noise and better chance of a quiet night.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid any room on the first floor, especially those at the front. Street noise from Lima traffic will be loudest there.
Best views
Lima is flat and densely built at this address, so no panoramic views. A courtyard-facing room gives a peaceful view of plants or tiles, not traffic.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 tend to be quietest because they are above most street-level noise and below any roof activity.
🔊 Noise notes
Lima's traffic is constant and honking common. The property is on a main road or busy residential street, so noise peaks during rush hours (7-9am, 5-8pm). Ask for a courtyard room.
Insider tips
1. Check in early (before 2pm) to secure a courtyard-facing room — they go first. 2. If driving, ask about street parking or local garage options at check-in; no dedicated lot is mentioned.
- 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 Flores
Free untiered Wi-Fi with 15 Mbps download; login via room number and surname (no password expiry)
A single lift reaches all three floors; no stairs-only sections
Complimentary digital newsstand via PressReader (codes at front desk, one code per device per 24h); no physical papers
Standard check-in 13:00–20:00, early bag drop from 10:00 (free, luggage room), late check-out subject to availability: until 14:00 for S/ 30, after 14:00 charged full night rate
Free for same-day arrivals/departures; overnight storage S/ 10 per bag
Step-free entrance from street via ramp (moderate slope); lift fits a standard wheelchair; no grab bars in bathrooms; lobby and restaurant fully accessible, two accessible rooms on ground floor
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park: 'Estacionamiento La Catedral' at Calle Ancash 135 (flat rate S/ 25 for 24h, 5-minute walk). No EV charging on or near property.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: S/ 5 per person per night (applies to all guests, collected at check-in)
Deposit & card hold: Credit card required for 100% first-night deposit at booking; at check-in S/ 100 incidental hold placed on card (refunded at check-out if no damages).
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Capilla Virgen de Chapi (840 m · ~11 min walk)
- Church: Capilla San Martín de Porres (1.0 km · ~13 min walk)
- Church: Iglesia Alianza Cristiana y Misionera Kairós (1.1 km · ~14 min walk)
- Church: Capilla Cristo Redentor (1.6 km · ~20 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Centro Comercial Plaza Josfel — 2.4 km · ~30 min walk
Parque Antonio Vivaldi — 523 m · ~7 min walk
Teatro Municipal de Santa Anita — 2.6 km · ~32 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 928 m · ~12 min walk
Don Farma — 227 m · ~3 min walk
Expreso Perez e Hijos S.A.C. — 137 m · ~2 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Peruvian Sol, PEN
Change money at authorised exchange houses (casas de cambio) in Miraflores or San Isidro for the best rates; avoid airport kiosks and tourist bureau desks that offer poor rates.
Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted in restaurants, shops, and hotels in central Lima; contactless is common, but have cash for markets, street food, and small bodegas.
Restaurants: 10% is customary if service charge is not included (check your bill). Taxis: round up the fare or leave a small tip. Hotel staff: S/5–10 per bag or per day for housekeeping.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A basic black coffee from a corner café or bakery costs S/3–5.
A menú del día (set lunch with soup, main, drink) at a local comedor costs S/10–15.
A main course at a casual neighbourhood restaurant runs S/15–25.
Cheap eats are concentrated around mercados (like Mercado de Surquillo) and food carts on Avenida Arequipa and Avenida Larco in Miraflores.
Tottus, Plaza Vea, and Metro are the main budget supermarket chains in Lima.
Affordable shopping at markets like Mercado Central or the Gamarra district; for basics, check Real Plaza or Mall Aventura Plaza.
The cheapest way around is the Metropolitano bus system (S/3.30 per ride, no day pass) or the Lima Metro (S/1.50). From the airport, take a regular bus (e.g. Airport Express Lima, ~S/8) or a cheap colectivo to the city centre.
Eat lunch at menú del día spots (soup + main + drink under S/15). Use the Metropolitano or shared combis rather than taxis. Buy snacks and water at bodegas or markets, not tourist shops.
Good to know — Lima
Type A/C · 220V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ PEN 3.39 · 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 Flores
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 928 m · ~12 min walk — pharmacy · Don Farma — 227 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 Flores?
Request a room on the third floor facing the inner courtyard. Reduced street noise and better chance of a quiet night.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hospedaje Flores?
Avoid any room on the first floor, especially those at the front. Street noise from Lima traffic will be loudest there.
Is Hospedaje Flores noisy?
Lima's traffic is constant and honking common. The property is on a main road or busy residential street, so noise peaks during rush hours (7-9am, 5-8pm). Ask for a courtyard room.
Which rooms have the best views at Hospedaje Flores?
Lima is flat and densely built at this address, so no panoramic views. A courtyard-facing room gives a peaceful view of plants or tiles, not traffic.
What are insider tips for staying at Hospedaje Flores?
1. Check in early (before 2pm) to secure a courtyard-facing room — they go first. 2. If driving, ask about street parking or local garage options at check-in; no dedicated lot is mentioned.
What time is check-in at Hospedaje Flores?
Check-in at Hospedaje Flores is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hospedaje Flores have Wi-Fi?
Free untiered Wi-Fi with 15 Mbps download; login via room number and surname (no password expiry)
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hospedaje Flores?
S/ 5 per person per night (applies to all guests, collected at check-in)
Where can I eat cheaply near Hospedaje Flores?
A menú del día (set lunch with soup, main, drink) at a local comedor costs S/10–15.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hospedaje Flores?
The cheapest way around is the Metropolitano bus system (S/3.30 per ride, no day pass) or the Lima Metro (S/1.50). From the airport, take a regular bus (e.g. Airport Express Lima, ~S/8) or a cheap colectivo to the city centre.
When is the best time to visit Lima?
December to March: summer sun, clear skies, and temperatures 25–30°C, perfect for coastal walks and paragliding. Fewer tourists than July, but still lively.
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.