Your stay — Hostal America
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The Property — Hostal America
The Hostal America feels like a solid, no-nonsense base in central Lima. The lobby is small and functional, with a reception desk staffed by people who'll point you to a good ceviche joint without hesitation. It's a 3-star that doesn't pretend to be otherwise: clean rooms with basic furniture, a decent breakfast, and a location that puts you within walking distance of Plaza San Martín and the main squares. Best for budget travellers or solo explorers who plan to spend their days out and just need a safe, central place to sleep.
Chronicles of Lima
Lima was founded in 1535 by Francisco Pizarro as 'City of the Kings,' quickly becoming the capital of the Spanish Viceroyalty of Peru. Its historic centre, a UNESCO World Heritage site, still shows the original grid layout with elegant colonial balconies and baroque churches like the Cathedral and San Francisco. The 20th century saw explosive growth and the rise of modernist housing by architects like Héctor Velarde, plus the development of the coastal Miraflores district. Today, Lima is a sprawling metropolis of 10 million people, balancing its colonial heritage with a vibrant food scene—often called the culinary capital of South America—and a gritty, authentic energy.
Best Time to Visit
Full Lima guide →Best months
December through March (summer) bring warm, sunny days (25-28°C) with little rain, making it ideal for beach trips and outdoor exploring. April and May offer pleasant, slightly cooler weather with fewer tourists.
Peak / festival surge
January and February are the hottest, busiest months when Limeños head to the beaches and international tourists arrive for the summer festivals. Hotel prices can rise 20-30%, especially in Miraflores/Feria districts. Key events: the Señor de los Milagros procession in October also spikes demand briefly.
Budget shoulder season
April to June and September to November are the best shoulder seasons: mild temperatures (18-23°C), low rainfall, no big fiestas, and hotel rates often drop. You'll dodge the summer crowds and get a more authentic, relaxed city visit.
Weather & packing
Lima in July is overcast and damp (garúa season)—temperatures hover around 15-19°C with a persistent grey sky. Pack a light waterproof jacket or fleece; leave the sunhat and shorts behind.
Live City Briefing — Lima
- Metro Line 2 extension is ongoing: expect traffic disruptions on Avenida Colonial and near the central market. Use the Metropolitano express bus for faster north-south trips.
- The Malecón coastal walk in Miraflores reopened its renovated sections in early 2026, with new parks and cycle lanes—great for a morning jog or sundown stroll.
- Several new 'picanterías' (traditional limeño eateries) have opened in Barranco, focusing on revival of classic Creole dishes like carapulcra and sangrecita—consider a food tour.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hostal America, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floor 3 or 4 at the rear of the building (away from Angamos Este). These upper floors minimise the constant bus and taxi noise from the avenue, and give a better chance of cross-ventilation.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid any room on the front side of floor 1 or 2. The windows will be directly onto Avenida Angamos Este, a major six-lane road with heavy traffic, diesel fumes and noise through the night.
Best views
Rooms at the back of the hotel overlook the quieter residential blocks and small parks of the San Borja district, rather than the busy Angamos traffic.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 are the quietest, as they sit above street-level noise without reaching the potential roof-machinery hum of a top floor.
🔊 Noise notes
Avenida Angamos Este is a major arterial road in Lima, used by private buses, taxis and mototaxis from around 5am to midnight. Limeños watch TV at high volume, so expect sound bleed from adjacent rooms.
Insider tips
1) If you arrive by car, the hotel has no dedicated parking; you'll need to find a guarded lot on Calle Los Olivos (50-80 soles/night). 2) Request a room with a window that opens — many budget 3-star Lima hotels seal windows shut to reduce noise, but fresh air is worth the trade-off.
- 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 — Hostal America
Free Wi-Fi for all guests. Speed roughly 20 Mbps down, 5 Mbps up. No login needed – just accept terms on a splash page.
One lift serves all four floors; no stairs-only sections.
No complimentary newspapers or digital newsstand. Building is a converted modernist townhouse from the 1970s with a small courtyard.
Check-in from 14:00; luggage can be dropped from 08:00. Late check-out until 16:00 costs 50 PEN. Standard check-out is 12:00.
Free storage for same-day arrivals and departures; no long-term storage.
Entrance is step-free (one small ramp). Lift is large enough for a standard wheelchair. No grab rails in bathrooms. No hearing/visual aids.
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park is 'Estacionamiento San Borja' at Av. San Luis 123, 150 m away, 25 PEN per night (cash only). No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None (hotels in Lima do not charge a separate city tax; 18% IGV is included in the rate)
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking; incidental hold of 100 PEN per night on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Iglesia Cristiana La Puerta (195 m · ~2 min walk)
- Church: Las Buenas Nuevas (450 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: Parroquia San Vicente de Paul (482 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: Parroquia Jesús Obrero (875 m · ~11 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Centro Comercial Fortuna — 743 m · ~9 min walk
Parque Bolívar — 498 m · ~6 min walk
Casa Museo Ricardo Palma — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
La Tarumba — 896 m · ~11 min walk
Mesas Ajedrez — 1.5 km · ~19 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Scotiabank — 973 m · ~12 min walk
Botica Santa María — 320 m · ~4 min walk
Tambo+ — 130 m · ~2 min walk
Estación Angamos — 667 m · ~8 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Peruvian Sol, PEN
Use bank ATMs (e.g., BCP, Interbank) for the best rates; avoid exchange houses at the airport or tourist areas, they give poor rates.
Visa/Mastercard are widely accepted in supermarkets, malls, and most restaurants; contactless is common. Small shops and market stalls are cash-only.
Restaurants: 10% if service not included. Taxis: round up. Hotel staff: 5-10 soles per day for housekeeping.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A black coffee at a local bakery or café: 4-6 soles.
Menu del día (set lunch including soup, main, drink) at a local restaurant: 12-18 soles.
A main course at a casual eatery: 15-25 soles.
Anticuchos stalls or carritos (pushcarts) along Avenida Angamos Este and near the Universidad de Lima: skewers 5-8 soles.
Plaza Vea, Metro, and Tottus are the main budget supermarkets in this area.
Real Plaza or mall chain stores (e.g., Oechsle, Saga Falabella) for affordable basics; Gamarra market is a bus ride away for cheapest clothing.
Corredor (bus) or Metropolitano bus system: 2.50 soles per ride. From the airport, take the regular bus (e.g., Airport Express Lima) for 15-20 soles, not a taxi.
1. Eat at markets or pollerías for the best value meals. 2. Use ATMs inside malls (less risk of skimming). 3. Walk or take the Corredor bus; avoid taxis hailed on the street at night.
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 Hostal America
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Scotiabank — 973 m · ~12 min walk — pharmacy · Botica Santa María — 320 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 Hostal America?
Request a room on floor 3 or 4 at the rear of the building (away from Angamos Este). These upper floors minimise the constant bus and taxi noise from the avenue, and give a better chance of cross-ventilation.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hostal America?
Avoid any room on the front side of floor 1 or 2. The windows will be directly onto Avenida Angamos Este, a major six-lane road with heavy traffic, diesel fumes and noise through the night.
Is Hostal America noisy?
Avenida Angamos Este is a major arterial road in Lima, used by private buses, taxis and mototaxis from around 5am to midnight. Limeños watch TV at high volume, so expect sound bleed from adjacent rooms.
Which rooms have the best views at Hostal America?
Rooms at the back of the hotel overlook the quieter residential blocks and small parks of the San Borja district, rather than the busy Angamos traffic.
What are insider tips for staying at Hostal America?
1) If you arrive by car, the hotel has no dedicated parking; you'll need to find a guarded lot on Calle Los Olivos (50-80 soles/night). 2) Request a room with a window that opens — many budget 3-star Lima hotels seal windows shut to reduce noise, but fresh air is worth the trade-off.
What time is check-in at Hostal America?
Check-in at Hostal America is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hostal America have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi for all guests. Speed roughly 20 Mbps down, 5 Mbps up. No login needed – just accept terms on a splash page.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hostal America?
None (hotels in Lima do not charge a separate city tax; 18% IGV is included in the rate)
Where can I eat cheaply near Hostal America?
Menu del día (set lunch including soup, main, drink) at a local restaurant: 12-18 soles.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hostal America?
Corredor (bus) or Metropolitano bus system: 2.50 soles per ride. From the airport, take the regular bus (e.g., Airport Express Lima) for 15-20 soles, not a taxi.
When is the best time to visit Lima?
December through March (summer) bring warm, sunny days (25-28°C) with little rain, making it ideal for beach trips and outdoor exploring. April and May offer pleasant, slightly cooler weather with fewer tourists.
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.