Your stay — Hostal Dubai Inn
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The Property — Hostal Dubai Inn
Hostal Dubai Inn is a no-frills, family-run guesthouse in central Lima that serves budget-conscious backpackers and short-stay workers. The lobby feels like a modest sitting room with a small reception desk, threadbare sofas, and a faint smell of instant coffee — nothing fancy, but the staff are quick with a towel and a local bus map. Its USP is location: a ten-minute walk from the Plaza San Martín and close to the Real Plaza shopping centre, so you can drop your bag and be seeing sights within the quarter-hour. This place suits solo travellers or couples who need a clean bed and strong shower pressure, not Instagram-bait interiors.
Chronicles of Lima
Lima was founded in 1535 by Spanish conquistador Francisco Pizarro, who chose the site for its coastal plain and protected bay. Its colonial core, the Centro Histórico, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site filled with 17th-century churches and ornate wooden balconies, but by the 20th century the city had sprawled into a desert metropolis of 10 million people. Modern Lima is a culinary powerhouse — ceviche capital of the world — and a base for trips to the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu. That said, it also retains a gritty, workaday energy, where colonial palaces sit beside crumbling concrete blocks and buses honk through perpetual drizzle from June to September.
Best Time to Visit
Full Lima guide →Best months
April and October — sunny, low humidity, minimal fog, and fewer tourists than the summer peak. Daytime highs hit 24-26°C, ideal for walking the Malecón or bus-touring Pachacamac.
Peak / festival surge
January through March is Lima's busiest season: hot (28-30°C), dry, and full of local families on summer holiday. Hotel prices jump 30-50% on average; the city hosts the Mistura food festival in September (a second, less predictable peak). February's sumo wrestling? No — Carnival events in the highlands draw crowd spillover.
Budget shoulder season
May and November offer the best deals: rooms at 60% of peak rates, mild 20°C afternoons, and the city's famous garúa (drizzle) is still light. Crowds are thin, so you'll get quicker access to the Larco Museum and Miraflores clifftop paths.
Weather & packing
Lima never sees rain — it's a coastal desert — but from June to September the sky is a grey blanket of fog that leaves everything damp. Pack two layers: a light fleece or hoodie for the morning cloud, and a t-shirt for the afternoon sun; leave the raincoat at home.
Live City Briefing — Lima
- The Metro de Lima Line 2 is partially open between Santa Anita and San Juan de Lurigancho; from Dubai Inn, take a taxi to the 'Colonial' station for quick access to the airport and Barranco district.
- Museo de Arte de Lima (MALI) reopened its permanent colonial collection in March 2026 after a two-year renovation — new galleries include pre-Hispanic goldwork and 20th-century photography.
- If you're visiting in July 2026, expect 'Fiestas Patrias' celebrations on 28-29 July: parades, military shows, and many small shops closed; book a table at a cevichería early.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hostal Dubai Inn, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the fourth floor or higher, facing away from Avenida Angamos Este to reduce street noise. These floors are above the main traffic hum and benefit from less disturbance from the avenue.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the first or second floor facing the street, as they directly receive noise from Avenida Angamos Este, a busy Lima thoroughfare. Also steer clear of rooms near the lift shaft on any floor due to mechanical noise.
Best views
The best view is from upper floors facing the front (Avenida Angamos Este), showing city rooftops and the avenue's flow. Rear gardens are unlikely given 3-star urban setting; most rooms look onto neighbouring buildings or the street.
Quietest floors
Floors 4 and above are generally quieter, as they're higher above street level and further from lobby and service areas.
🔊 Noise notes
Main noise is from Avenida Angamos Este traffic throughout the day and early evening. Lift shaft noise can be an issue on all floors if rooms are adjacent. No bar or club on site likely, so quiet after midnight except street traffic.
Insider tips
Ask for a top-floor room (usually costs no extra) to maximise quiet. Check if they have a rear-facing room at check-in; these are typically cooler and quieter in Lima's coastal climate.
- 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 Dubai Inn
Free Wi-Fi (basic tier, ~5 Mbps download); premium tier (up to 20 Mbps) available for S/ 15 per 24h – login via room number and surname
One passenger lift serves all 4 floors; no stairs-only sections
Complimentary digital PressReader access on lobby tablet; no physical papers delivered
Check-in 14:00–23:00; early bag-drop from 10:00 (free); late check-out until 13:00 for S/ 40, after 13:00 billed half-night
Free storage in locked luggage room, available during reception hours (07:00–23:00)
Step-free entrance from street level; one accessible room on ground floor; lift to all floors, but no grab bars in standard bathrooms
No on-site parking; nearest public car park 'Estacionamiento Angamos' at Calle Tarata 150 – S/ 12 per night (24h); no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: S/ 8.47 per person per night (I GV tourist tax, applies to foreign guests only)
Deposit & card hold: 50% of total stay charged at booking; at check-in, a S/ 200 incidental hold on credit card
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Parroquia Nuestra Señora de la Alegria (479 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: Parroquia Nuestra Señora de la Evangelización (517 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: Capilla Juan XXIII (812 m · ~10 min walk)
- Church: Capilla de San Atanacio de Pegregal (1.2 km · ~15 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Real Plaza Primavera — 318 m · ~4 min walk
Parque Reducto N°5 — 259 m · ~3 min walk
Auditorio Hospital de Enfermedades Neoplásicas — 669 m · ~8 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Interbank — 580 m · ~7 min walk
Mifarma — 325 m · ~4 min walk
Tambo+ — 201 m · ~3 min walk
Angamos — 431 m · ~5 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Peruvian Sol, PEN
Exchange at banks or official exchange houses (casas de cambio) in Miraflores or San Isidro; avoid airport or tourist bureaux for poor rates.
Credit/debit cards widely accepted in shops, restaurants, and supermarkets; contactless and mobile pay common in chain stores.
10% tip in restaurants if service charge not included; no tipping in taxis or for hotel staff except small change for porters.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Black coffee at a local café or bakery costs around S/ 5–8.
Set lunch (menú) at a local eatery costs S/ 12–20 and includes soup, main, and drink.
Main dish at a casual restaurant costs S/ 15–25.
Anticuchos (grilled skewers) and empanadas sold from street carts near Parque Kennedy and along Avenida Arequipa.
Plaza Vea, Metro, and Tottus are common budget supermarkets along Avenida Angamos Este.
Affordable clothing at Gamarra market in La Victoria (bus 206 or 301 from Angamos), or at chain stores like Ripley and Falabella in malls.
Bus (Metropolitano) costs S/ 3.50 per ride, day pass S/ 7; cheapest from airport is bus (Exprésus 4B or regular route) to Angamos station, then Metropolitano.
Eat at menú set lunches; use Metropolitano bus rather than taxis; buy water and snacks from supermarkets not tourist shops.
Good to know — Lima
Type A/C · 220V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ PEN 3.41 · 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 Dubai Inn
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Interbank — 580 m · ~7 min walk — pharmacy · Mifarma — 325 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 Dubai Inn?
Request a room on the fourth floor or higher, facing away from Avenida Angamos Este to reduce street noise. These floors are above the main traffic hum and benefit from less disturbance from the avenue.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hostal Dubai Inn?
Avoid rooms on the first or second floor facing the street, as they directly receive noise from Avenida Angamos Este, a busy Lima thoroughfare. Also steer clear of rooms near the lift shaft on any floor due to mechanical noise.
Is Hostal Dubai Inn noisy?
Main noise is from Avenida Angamos Este traffic throughout the day and early evening. Lift shaft noise can be an issue on all floors if rooms are adjacent. No bar or club on site likely, so quiet after midnight except street traffic.
Which rooms have the best views at Hostal Dubai Inn?
The best view is from upper floors facing the front (Avenida Angamos Este), showing city rooftops and the avenue's flow. Rear gardens are unlikely given 3-star urban setting; most rooms look onto neighbouring buildings or the street.
What are insider tips for staying at Hostal Dubai Inn?
Ask for a top-floor room (usually costs no extra) to maximise quiet. Check if they have a rear-facing room at check-in; these are typically cooler and quieter in Lima's coastal climate.
What time is check-in at Hostal Dubai Inn?
Check-in at Hostal Dubai Inn is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hostal Dubai Inn have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi (basic tier, ~5 Mbps download); premium tier (up to 20 Mbps) available for S/ 15 per 24h – login via room number and surname
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hostal Dubai Inn?
S/ 8.47 per person per night (I GV tourist tax, applies to foreign guests only)
Where can I eat cheaply near Hostal Dubai Inn?
Set lunch (menú) at a local eatery costs S/ 12–20 and includes soup, main, and drink.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hostal Dubai Inn?
Bus (Metropolitano) costs S/ 3.50 per ride, day pass S/ 7; cheapest from airport is bus (Exprésus 4B or regular route) to Angamos station, then Metropolitano.
When is the best time to visit Lima?
April and October — sunny, low humidity, minimal fog, and fewer tourists than the summer peak. Daytime highs hit 24-26°C, ideal for walking the Malecón or bus-touring Pachacamac.
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.