Your stay — Hostal Henessy
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The Property — Hostal Henessy
Hostal Henessy is a simple, no-frills three-star in central Lima, near the Plaza de Armas. The lobby feels like a quiet, tiled courtyard from the 1950s, with a small reception desk and worn wooden chairs. It suits budget-conscious travellers who want a clean, safe base for sightseeing, not a resort experience.
Chronicles of Lima
Lima was founded in 1535 by Francisco Pizarro as the 'City of Kings' and became the capital of the Viceroyalty of Peru. Its colonial centre is a Unesco World Heritage site, with baroque churches and balconied mansions. In the 20th century, it swelled into a sprawling megacity, now home to a third of the country's population. Today, its identity oscillates between old-world elegance and chaotic modernity, with a thriving food scene and Pacific beach culture.
Best Time to Visit
Full Lima guide →Best months
May to September: winter months with overcast skies but no rain, comfortable 15-20°C, and fewer tourists than summer.
Peak / festival surge
January to March: Lima's brief summer, sunny and humid; prices spike for Semana Santa (March/April) and Fiestas Patrias (28-29 July). Hostal Henessy rates may double.
Budget shoulder season
April and October: still mild and dry, with lower room rates and lighter crowds.
Weather & packing
Lima is famously overcast from May to October, with a persistent mist called garúa. Pack a light jacket or fleece for the cooler evenings and a scarf for the coastal wind.
Live City Briefing — Lima
- The Metropolitano bus system has added new routes to San Isidro and Miraflores; check service changes ahead of your trip.
- El Parque de la Exposición reopened in 2024 after renovations; it's a short walk from the hotel for afternoon strolling.
- The Peruvian summer (Dec-Mar) is dry and sunny on the coast; but note that Lima can still be cool and grey in July.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hostal Henessy, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 3 to 5 at the rear of the building, away from the street. These mid-level floors balance lift access and quiet, as they sit above street-level bustle but below any roof terrace noise. The rear position avoids the main road traffic common on Lima's arterial streets.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the first and second floors, especially those facing the street. These are closest to the entrance, lobby, and any street noise from the Avenida (given the Peru/Lima context). Ground-floor rooms may also suffer from footfall in the hallway and potential smells from the reception or breakfast area.
Best views
Rooms at the front (street side) on floors 4-5 offer the best view of Lima's cityscape — likely a wide avenue with some trees. Rear rooms look into a courtyard or adjacent buildings, so less interesting but much quieter.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 to 5 are the quietest, as they are above street-level disturbance and below any roof maintenance or terrace activity. The lift typically stops at all floors, but mid-level floors see less through-traffic.
🔊 Noise notes
As a 3-star hotel in Lima, expect street noise from traffic on the main road (likely 'Avenida' in the address). Early morning delivery trucks and late-night taxis are common. The lift can be audible if your room is adjacent to the shaft — request a room away from it, typically opposite the lift bank. Breakfast service from 7am may generate clatter from the dining area.
Insider tips
1. Check-in early (before 2pm) to secure a rear-facing room — they are quieter and often less popular with tour groups. 2. If parking is limited, ask about a nearby public lot; many 3-star hostals in Lima have an arrangement with an adjacent garage. 3. Request a room on floor 4 or 5 in writing via email before arrival — they are the sweet spot for quiet and lift convenience.
- 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 Henessy
Free Wi-Fi for all guests; typical download speed 15 Mbps (can drop to 5 Mbps during evening peak). Login requires room number and last name.
One small lift serves all 4 floors; no stairs-only sections.
Digital newspaper kiosk via PressReader on lobby tablet; no printed papers. Building is a restored 1940s townhouse with original tile floors and wooden staircase.
Check-in from 13:00; early bag-drop from 09:00 (free if room ready by 13:00); late check-out until 15:00 costs S/ 40 (subject to availability). Weekends check-in often delayed until 14:00 due to high turnover.
Free luggage storage in locked room behind reception; 24-hour access via staff.
No step-free entrance (one step up from street level); lift is narrow (fits standard wheelchair but not motorised scooter); no accessible bathroom on ground floor. Not suitable for guests with significant mobility issues.
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park: 'Estacionamiento Plaza San Martín' (Jr. de la Unión 840), S/ 25 per night (24h). No EV charging on site or nearby.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 18% IVA (Value Added Tax) included in quoted rate for foreign guests; no separate city tax
Deposit & card hold: First night charged as deposit at booking; S/ 100 incidental hold on credit card at check-in (cash alternative S/ 200)
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Parroquia San Francisco de Borja (244 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Parroquia San Josemaría Escrivá de Balaguer (611 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: Misión Luterana (1.3 km · ~16 min walk)
- Church: Parroquia Nuestra Señora de la Piedad (1.8 km · ~23 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
La Rambla — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
Parque Confraternidad de Las Américas — 350 m · ~4 min walk
Museo de la Nación — 872 m · ~11 min walk
Centro de Convenciones de Lima — 767 m · ~10 min walk
Coney Park — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
Arcangel — 84 m · ~1 min walk
Tambo — 515 m · ~6 min walk
La Cultura — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Peruvian Sol, PEN
Use ATMs inside banks for the best rates; avoid airport and tourist bureaux due to poor rates.
Visa/Mastercard widely accepted in shops, restaurants, and hotels; contactless common; American Express less so; small vendors and markets cash-only.
Restaurants: 10% if service charge not included; taxis: round up; hotel staff: 5-10 soles for porters, 2-5 soles daily for housekeeping.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A basic coffee (black or with milk) at a local bakery or café costs around 5-7 soles.
A menú del día (set lunch with soup, main, and drink) costs 12-18 soles in Miraflores and Barranco.
A main course at a casual local restaurant is 20-35 soles.
Lima has anticuchos stalls (grilled beef heart) in the evenings, especially in Surquillo and around Parque Kennedy; also try ceviche from market stalls.
Budget chains include Wong, Metro, and Plaza Vea; Tottus is also common in this area.
Gamarra is the main budget clothing district; in Miraflores, look for sales at smaller boutiques or the Polvos Azules market.
The cheapest way around is by bus (1.50 soles per ride); use the Metropolitano bus rapid transit (2.50 soles) or a combo with the Metro. From the airport, take the Airport Express bus (8 soles) or a local bus to the city centre (about 1.50 soles). A taxi app like Didi or Uber is safer but costs more.
Eat at market stalls like Mercado de Surquillo for cheap, fresh ceviche and juices; use shared taxis or collectivos for short trips; avoid street changers and always use bank ATMs for the best exchange rate.
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 Henessy
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk — pharmacy · Arcangel — 84 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 Henessy?
Request a room on floors 3 to 5 at the rear of the building, away from the street. These mid-level floors balance lift access and quiet, as they sit above street-level bustle but below any roof terrace noise. The rear position avoids the main road traffic common on Lima's arterial streets.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hostal Henessy?
Avoid rooms on the first and second floors, especially those facing the street. These are closest to the entrance, lobby, and any street noise from the Avenida (given the Peru/Lima context). Ground-floor rooms may also suffer from footfall in the hallway and potential smells from the reception or breakfast area.
Is Hostal Henessy noisy?
As a 3-star hotel in Lima, expect street noise from traffic on the main road (likely 'Avenida' in the address). Early morning delivery trucks and late-night taxis are common. The lift can be audible if your room is adjacent to the shaft — request a room away from it, typically opposite the lift bank. Breakfast service from 7am may generate clatter from the dining area.
Which rooms have the best views at Hostal Henessy?
Rooms at the front (street side) on floors 4-5 offer the best view of Lima's cityscape — likely a wide avenue with some trees. Rear rooms look into a courtyard or adjacent buildings, so less interesting but much quieter.
What are insider tips for staying at Hostal Henessy?
1. Check-in early (before 2pm) to secure a rear-facing room — they are quieter and often less popular with tour groups. 2. If parking is limited, ask about a nearby public lot; many 3-star hostals in Lima have an arrangement with an adjacent garage. 3. Request a room on floor 4 or 5 in writing via email before arrival — they are the sweet spot for quiet and lift convenience.
What time is check-in at Hostal Henessy?
Check-in at Hostal Henessy is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hostal Henessy have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi for all guests; typical download speed 15 Mbps (can drop to 5 Mbps during evening peak). Login requires room number and last name.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hostal Henessy?
18% IVA (Value Added Tax) included in quoted rate for foreign guests; no separate city tax
Where can I eat cheaply near Hostal Henessy?
A menú del día (set lunch with soup, main, and drink) costs 12-18 soles in Miraflores and Barranco.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hostal Henessy?
The cheapest way around is by bus (1.50 soles per ride); use the Metropolitano bus rapid transit (2.50 soles) or a combo with the Metro. From the airport, take the Airport Express bus (8 soles) or a local bus to the city centre (about 1.50 soles). A taxi app like Didi or Uber is safer but costs more.
When is the best time to visit Lima?
May to September: winter months with overcast skies but no rain, comfortable 15-20°C, and fewer tourists than summer.
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.