Your stay — Hospedaje Gina
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The Property — Hospedaje Gina
Hospedaje Gina is a modest three-star in Lima’s Miraflores district: clean tiled floors, a small front desk with a bowl of limes, and a courtyard where guests sit with coffee. It’s the kind of place where the staff greet you by name by day two and the rooms are basic but spotless. The USP is location – a ten-minute walk to both the LarcoMar mall and the coastal park overlooking the Pacific. Best for independent travellers who want a quiet, practical base without paying for frills.
Chronicles of Lima
Lima was founded by Francisco Pizarro in 1535 as the ‘City of Kings’, and became the most important Spanish colonial capital in South America. Its historic centre is a Unesco World Heritage site, packed with baroque churches and wooden balconies that date from the 17th and 18th centuries. In the 20th century, the city sprawled into a sprawling desert metropolis of ten million people, blending colonial architecture with glassy high-rises. Today, it’s famous for its world-class food scene (several of the world’s top 50 restaurants are here) and its eternal grey sky – a coastal fog called *garúa* that drapes the city from May to November.
Best Time to Visit
Full Lima guide →Best months
January to March: warmest weather (25–28°C), clear skies, and the city is lively with summer festivals. Perfect for beach visits and rooftop drinks.
Peak / festival surge
July is mid-winter but paradoxically the busiest tourist month, driven by school holidays across Peru and the Fiestas Patrias on 28–29 July (independence celebrations). Hotel prices often rise 20–30% in Miraflores. Book well ahead.
Budget shoulder season
April and November are ideal for budget travellers: mild temperatures (18–22°C), few crowds, and rates often 15% lower than peak. You’ll still get the famous *ceviche* and nearby ruins without the queue.
Weather & packing
In July it’s winter – 15–19°C with persistent *garúa* fog and occasional drizzle. Pack layers: a fleece or light jacket, trousers, and a waterproof windbreaker are essential. Leave shorts and sandals at home.
Live City Briefing — Lima
- The new Metro Line 2 between Ate and Callao is partially open, but taxis remain the main option for Miraflores – Uber works well but surge in rush hour.
- The Larco Museo (a 20-minute walk from the hotel) just reopened its pre-Columbian erotic art gallery after renovation – worth a detour.
- July’s Fiestas Patrias mean many local shops and restaurants close on 28–29 July – check opening hours in advance.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hospedaje Gina, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the third or fourth floor facing the inner courtyard (away from Avenida Lima). These floors are high enough to avoid street-level noise but still within the reach of the lift, which may not serve all floors reliably in a 3-star property.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the first floor, especially those facing Avenida Lima. Street noise from a main avenue in Lima will be loud, and first-floor rooms are also more vulnerable to security issues and foot traffic from the lobby.
Best views
Rooms facing Avenida Lima from the upper floors (3 or 4) will have a view of the avenue and surrounding city, but with traffic noise. Courtyard-facing rooms have a quieter outlook onto neighbouring buildings or an inner patio.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 are the quietest given the lift likely stops at these levels and they are above the bulk of street and lobby noise.
🔊 Noise notes
Avenida Lima is a main thoroughfare in Lima, so expect traffic noise from buses, taxis, and mototaxis especially during daytime and early evening. No double glazing is guaranteed at this star level. The lift and any on-site generator or water pump may cause intermittent noise.
Insider tips
1. If you're a light sleeper, bring earplugs, even for courtyard rooms – sound travels in older buildings. 2. Ask at check-in for a room on the fourth floor; it's usually the least requested due to the extra stairs if the lift is small, so may be quieter and available.
- 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 Gina
Free Wi-Fi in rooms and lobby, speed around 15 Mbps, no login required (open network).
One lift serves all 4 floors; no stairs-only sections.
No digital or physical newspapers. The building is a 1970s concrete structure; no heritage quirks.
Standard check-in from 14:00. Late check-out until 15:00 costs 40 PEN. Early bag-drop allowed from 10:00 at no charge.
Free for day of check-in or check-out; longer storage 10 PEN per day.
Step-free entrance from street level, but no lift fits a wheelchair (doors 70 cm wide). Narrow corridors; no adapted bathrooms.
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park is Parking Los Olivos, 300 m away, 25 PEN per night (24h). No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 10 PEN per person per night (tourist tax, mandatory for foreign guests)
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking (no refunds within 7 days). At check-in, a card hold of 50 PEN for incidentals.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Place of worship: Iglesia Todos los Santos (357 m · ~4 min walk)
- Church: Nuevo Avivamiento (616 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: La Iglesia de Jesucristo de los Santos de los Últimos Días (719 m · ~9 min walk)
- Church: Parroquia Nuestra Señora de la Merced (937 m · ~12 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Parque Amauta — 658 m · ~8 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Interbank — 895 m · ~11 min walk
Boticas & Pharmex — 614 m · ~8 min walk
Tambo — 957 m · ~12 min walk
Movil Tours — 1.9 km · ~23 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Peruvian Sol, PEN
Use bank ATMs inside shopping malls or supermarkets; airport exchange booths and tourist bureaux give poor rates.
Visa/Mastercard widely accepted in restaurants, shops, and supermarkets; contactless payments mostly in larger chains; cash needed for street food, taxis, and small bodegas.
Restaurants: 10% for good service, not expected at cheap eateries. Taxis: round up or leave a few soles. Hotel staff: tip bellboys 5–10 soles, housekeeping 5 soles per day.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A basic espresso or instant coffee at a corner café – about S/5–7.
Menú del día (set lunch including soup, main, drink) at a local fonda – around S/15–20.
A main course at a casual pollería or chifa – roughly S/20–30.
Head to Parque Kennedy or the area around Avenida Larco for anticuchos, picarones, and emoliente carts.
Supermarkets like Metro, Plaza Vea, and Tottus are common along Avenida Larco and Avenida Benavides.
Fashion-forward local brands at Larcomar mall or cheaper clothing at Galerías Brasil (a short ride away).
Combis and micros (shared minibuses) cost S/1.50–2 per ride; from the airport, take the regular bus (Corredor) for S/3–4 instead of a taxi.
Eat the menú del día for lunch instead of dinner – same food, half price. Always carry small change for buses and street vendors. Avoid buying water at tourist shops – refill at your hotel or buy from a supermarket.
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 Gina
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Interbank — 895 m · ~11 min walk — pharmacy · Boticas & Pharmex — 614 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 Hospedaje Gina?
Request a room on the third or fourth floor facing the inner courtyard (away from Avenida Lima). These floors are high enough to avoid street-level noise but still within the reach of the lift, which may not serve all floors reliably in a 3-star property.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hospedaje Gina?
Avoid rooms on the first floor, especially those facing Avenida Lima. Street noise from a main avenue in Lima will be loud, and first-floor rooms are also more vulnerable to security issues and foot traffic from the lobby.
Is Hospedaje Gina noisy?
Avenida Lima is a main thoroughfare in Lima, so expect traffic noise from buses, taxis, and mototaxis especially during daytime and early evening. No double glazing is guaranteed at this star level. The lift and any on-site generator or water pump may cause intermittent noise.
Which rooms have the best views at Hospedaje Gina?
Rooms facing Avenida Lima from the upper floors (3 or 4) will have a view of the avenue and surrounding city, but with traffic noise. Courtyard-facing rooms have a quieter outlook onto neighbouring buildings or an inner patio.
What are insider tips for staying at Hospedaje Gina?
1. If you're a light sleeper, bring earplugs, even for courtyard rooms – sound travels in older buildings. 2. Ask at check-in for a room on the fourth floor; it's usually the least requested due to the extra stairs if the lift is small, so may be quieter and available.
What time is check-in at Hospedaje Gina?
Check-in at Hospedaje Gina is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hospedaje Gina have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi in rooms and lobby, speed around 15 Mbps, no login required (open network).
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hospedaje Gina?
10 PEN per person per night (tourist tax, mandatory for foreign guests)
Where can I eat cheaply near Hospedaje Gina?
Menú del día (set lunch including soup, main, drink) at a local fonda – around S/15–20.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hospedaje Gina?
Combis and micros (shared minibuses) cost S/1.50–2 per ride; from the airport, take the regular bus (Corredor) for S/3–4 instead of a taxi.
When is the best time to visit Lima?
January to March: warmest weather (25–28°C), clear skies, and the city is lively with summer festivals. Perfect for beach visits and rooftop drinks.
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.