Your stay — Hostal Cochera
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The Property — Hostal Cochera
Hostal Cochera feels like an old family mansion turned art project: high ceilings, tiled floors, a central courtyard with a few mismatched armchairs. It’s good value for a central base in Miraflores, clean and calm, but don’t expect frills. The vibe is low-key and practical, suited to independent travellers who want a safe, quiet place to sleep and a decent breakfast before heading out.
Chronicles of Lima
Lima was founded by Francisco Pizarro in 1535 as the City of Kings, later becoming the capital of the Spanish Viceroyalty of Peru. Its centre still holds key colonial architecture—the Cathedral, the Government Palace, the balconied mansions—but the 20th century sprawl of districts like Miraflores and Barranco gave it a modern coastal energy. Today, Lima is a gritty, layered metropolis: a world-class food capital and a hub of contemporary art, but also a city of stark contrasts where colonial relics sit beside shantytowns.
Best Time to Visit
Full Lima guide →Best months
April, May, June: clear skies, warm days (21–24°C), mild evenings, and lower tourist density than the Christmas/summer peak. The city feels open and the sea breeze is pleasant.
Peak / festival surge
January through March: Peruvian summer, hot (28–30°C), humid, and full of domestic tourists escaping the sierra. Hotel prices in Miraflores can double. Major events include Fiestas Patrias (28–29 July) and the Mistura food festival in September—both spike demand.
Budget shoulder season
October and November: still cool (18–21°C), fewer visitors, rates drop noticeably. The city’s grey winter cover (garúa) begins to thin, and you can get solid deals on accommodation.
Weather & packing
Lima has no real rain but constant coastal humidity and a stubborn winter fog called garúa from May to October. Pack layers: a light jacket or jumper for evenings, and always a scarf—the wind off the Pacific feels colder than the thermometer suggests.
Live City Briefing — Lima
- The Lima Metro Line 2 extension is progressing, but for now, the main disruption is on Avenida Javier Prado near San Isidro—allow extra time if you’re driving or taking a bus across town.
- Miraflores’ coastal path (Malecón) has had recent cliff erosion repairs completed, but sections near Parque del Amor remain partially fenced. It is still walkable but detour signs are in place.
- Peru’s domestic flight schedules have been erratic due to ongoing LATAM and Sky Airline crew negotiations. If you plan a side trip to Cusco, check your flight the day before departure.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hostal Cochera, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor, facing the inner courtyard or rear of the building (away from Avenida El Santuario). These floors are high enough to reduce street-level noise but still accessible if the lift is small or slow, as is common in older 3-star hostales.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms, especially those near reception or the entrance, as they suffer from foot traffic and door noise. Also avoid rooms facing the front of the building (Avenida El Santuario) due to traffic noise, particularly on lower floors (1st-2nd).
Best views
Upper floors (3rd or 4th) facing the rear courtyard offer a quiet outlook over Lima's typical residential rooftops. If the front faces Avenida El Santuario, you might see some city life—but this view comes with traffic noise.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 tend to be quietest, being set back from street activity and above common areas.
🔊 Noise notes
Avenida El Santuario is a main road in Lima, so expect bus and car noise from early morning until late evening. The hotel's entrance and lift area can amplify sound from guests arriving or departing. No bar or club at this property, so street noise is the primary issue.
Insider tips
1. Request a room with a window opening onto the courtyard, not the street—Lima's traffic can be relentless even on secondary avenues. 2. If you're on a tight budget, a ground-floor back room may be the cheapest option, but ask if it has double-glazing or heavy curtains to deaden sound.
- 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 Cochera
Free WiFi throughout, reasonable for browsing and email; log-in with room number and no password expiry during stay.
No lift — all rooms on first and second floors reachable by stairs only.
No physical newspapers or digital newsstand; reception can offer a free local paper if asked.
Check-in 14:00–23:00; early bag drop free from 10:00 if room ready; late check-out to 12:00 costs PEN 50 (subject to availability).
Free storage before check-in and after check-out; no coin lockers.
No step-free entry at main door (two steps); no accessible rooms or adapted bathrooms; no wheelchair lift.
No on-site parking; nearest public car park at Av. 28 de Julio, PEN 15 per night (open 24h); no EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full payment due at booking; PEN 100 incidental hold on a card at check-in.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: La Iglesia de Jesucristo de los Santos de los Últimos Días (640 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: Parroquia San Gregorio de Mangomarca (756 m · ~9 min walk)
- Church: Salón de Asamblea de los Testigos de Jehova (1.6 km · ~20 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Centro Comercial Pitu — 225 m · ~3 min walk
Parque Nuevo — 280 m · ~4 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk
El Margosino — 71 m · ~1 min walk
Tambo+ — 265 m · ~3 min walk
Pirámide del Sol — 2.8 km · ~35 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Peruvian Sol, PEN
Use ATMs in Miraflores or central Lima for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at the airport or tourist spots, which give poor rates and high fees.
Credit and debit cards are accepted in most hotels, restaurants, and shops in central Lima, but smaller places and markets prefer cash.
Tipping is not mandatory but appreciated: 10% in restaurants if service is good; small change for taxi drivers; S/5-10 for hotel porters or cleaners.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A basic black coffee from a local café or bakery costs around S/3-5.
A menú ejecutivo (set lunch with soup, main, and drink) in a modest restaurant costs S/10-15.
A main course in an average local restaurant in the area runs about S/15-25.
Around Mercado Central and Avenida Abancay, you can find cheap anticuchos (grilled hearts), but the area near Avenida El Santuario itself is quieter; try nearby street stalls for S/5 snacks.
Supermercado Metro and Plaza Vea are the common supermarket chains in this part of Lima.
For affordable clothing, head to the Gamarra district (a few kilometres east) where wholesalers and market stalls offer low prices.
The cheapest way around is the Metropolitano bus system (S/3.20 per ride); from the airport, take a taxi or Uber for about S/40-60 or a cheaper bus to central Lima.
Always carry small bills and coins for street vendors; eat at local markets for the best value lunch; avoid buying water in tourist shops—buy from a bodega for half the price.
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 Cochera
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk — pharmacy · El Margosino — 71 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 Hostal Cochera?
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor, facing the inner courtyard or rear of the building (away from Avenida El Santuario). These floors are high enough to reduce street-level noise but still accessible if the lift is small or slow, as is common in older 3-star hostales.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hostal Cochera?
Avoid ground-floor rooms, especially those near reception or the entrance, as they suffer from foot traffic and door noise. Also avoid rooms facing the front of the building (Avenida El Santuario) due to traffic noise, particularly on lower floors (1st-2nd).
Is Hostal Cochera noisy?
Avenida El Santuario is a main road in Lima, so expect bus and car noise from early morning until late evening. The hotel's entrance and lift area can amplify sound from guests arriving or departing. No bar or club at this property, so street noise is the primary issue.
Which rooms have the best views at Hostal Cochera?
Upper floors (3rd or 4th) facing the rear courtyard offer a quiet outlook over Lima's typical residential rooftops. If the front faces Avenida El Santuario, you might see some city life—but this view comes with traffic noise.
What are insider tips for staying at Hostal Cochera?
1. Request a room with a window opening onto the courtyard, not the street—Lima's traffic can be relentless even on secondary avenues. 2. If you're on a tight budget, a ground-floor back room may be the cheapest option, but ask if it has double-glazing or heavy curtains to deaden sound.
What time is check-in at Hostal Cochera?
Check-in at Hostal Cochera is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hostal Cochera have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi throughout, reasonable for browsing and email; log-in with room number and no password expiry during stay.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hostal Cochera?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Hostal Cochera?
A menú ejecutivo (set lunch with soup, main, and drink) in a modest restaurant costs S/10-15.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hostal Cochera?
The cheapest way around is the Metropolitano bus system (S/3.20 per ride); from the airport, take a taxi or Uber for about S/40-60 or a cheaper bus to central Lima.
When is the best time to visit Lima?
April, May, June: clear skies, warm days (21–24°C), mild evenings, and lower tourist density than the Christmas/summer peak. The city feels open and the sea breeze is pleasant.
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.