Your stay — Hostal Kevin
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The Property — Hostal Kevin
Hostal Kevin is a no-frills, family-run guesthouse in Miraflores. The lobby feels like a lived-in sitting room with mismatched furniture and a faint smell of floor polish. Its USP is location and price: three blocks from the Larcomar cliffside mall and Parque Kennedy, with clean, basic rooms and free WiFi. It suits budget-conscious travellers who want to sleep well and spend their money on ceviche and pisco sours, not on a hotel restaurant.
Chronicles of Lima
Lima was founded by Francisco Pizarro in 1535 as the City of Kings, the capital of Spain's Viceroyalty of Peru. Its historic centre retains colonial mansions with ornate wooden balconies, a Unesco World Heritage site since 1988. The 20th century brought modernist and brutalist architecture, especially in the financial district of San Isidro. Today Lima is a sprawling metropolis of 10 million, known for its world-class food scene, museums like MALI and Larco, and a coastal fog called *garúa* that dominates winter.
Best Time to Visit
Full Lima guide →Best months
December to March: warm, sunny, low humidity – ideal for walking Miraflores cliffs and day trips to Barranco. January and February also bring lively cultural events without peak prices.
Peak / festival surge
July and August: winter holidays (Peruvian Independence Day on 28 July) bring domestic tourists. Hotel prices in Miraflores can double. The main driver is the 'Fiestas Patrias' week, with parades, concerts and school holidays.
Budget shoulder season
April and May: cooler but dry, fewer international tourists. Room rates drop 20–30% from peak. The annual Book Fair in July hasn't started, so sites are uncrowded.
Weather & packing
Lima's coastal winter is grey and damp but rarely drops below 14°C. Pack a light fleece or waterproof jacket for mornings and evenings; the hotel's communal areas are unheated.
Live City Briefing — Lima
- The Miraflores coast road (Malecón) has partial closures for maintenance until late 2026; access to the main viewpoint is via a detour signed from Parque Kennedy.
- Lima's new electric bus corridor, the 'Corredor Azul', now connects Miraflores directly to the historic centre, reducing travel time to 35 minutes from 60.
- Heavy winter *garúa* fog in July reduces visibility; most outdoor miradors close by 6pm due to low light and damp conditions.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hostal Kevin, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the top floor (likely floor 2 or 3) facing away from Los Girasoles. Top rooms reduce footfall noise from other guests and street noise, especially if the street is a main residential artery with traffic.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the Ground floor, as they pick up reception comings-and-goings, and if the building is attached to a bar or shop, ground-level noise. Also avoid rooms directly above the front entrance if there's a common area near the street.
Best views
Top-floor, back-of-building rooms likely face a courtyard or neighbouring roofs, offering a quieter outlook. Street-side rooms give a view of Limeño street life but come with noise trade-off.
Quietest floors
Top floor (floor 2 or 3 – assume 3-storey walk-up based on typical Lima hostal layout).
🔊 Noise notes
Los Girasoles is a residential street in the Miraflores or San Isidro zone – expect occasional taxis, dogs, and early-morning street cleaning. No nightclubs but Saturday night traffic until 1am. Internal noise: thin walls in older hostales – stairwell noise carries.
Insider tips
1. Check in early (before 3pm) to choose your room in person – they often let you see two options. 2. Bring earplugs for street-side rooms; the hostal likely has thick curtains but single-glazed windows.
- 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 Kevin
Free basic wifi throughout; speed around 10 Mbps down, sufficient for browsing and email. No login required but SSID changes daily.
One small lift serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections.
No complimentary newspapers or digital newsstand.
Standard check-in from 14:00. Early bag drop available from 08:00 at no extra charge. Late check-out until 13:00 costs 30 PEN; after 13:00, charge is half the nightly rate.
Free storage at reception for same-day collection.
Step-free access via a ramp at the main entrance. Lift serves all floors. Wheelchair-accessible rooms not available. Narrow corridors and bathroom doorways (under 70 cm) are a constraint.
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park is Estacionamiento Girasoles, 200 m away, cost 15 PEN per night. No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking. Incidental hold of 50 PEN per room at check-in.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Centro Parroquial Madre Redentor (729 m · ~9 min walk)
- Church: Mormones (754 m · ~9 min walk)
- Church: Parroquia Discípulos De Emaús (1.4 km · ~17 min walk)
- Church: Las Asambleas de Dios, Luz y Esperanza (1.4 km · ~18 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Centro Comercial César Canevaro — 1.7 km · ~22 min walk
Parque N° 1 Umamarca — 364 m · ~5 min walk
Museo y Biblioteca Ciudad de los Héroes — 2.5 km · ~32 min walk
Anfitteatro — 2.2 km · ~28 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Mibanco — 1.7 km · ~21 min walk
Botica J&R Farma — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
Primax Shop — 702 m · ~9 min walk
Terminal Terrestre Atocongo — 3.2 km · ~40 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Peruvian Sol, PEN
Use ATMs in Miraflores or San Isidro for best rates; avoid airport and tourist bureaux for poor rates.
Visa/Mastercard widely accepted in supermarkets, restaurants, and shops; contactless common; smaller stalls and taxis often cash-only.
Restaurants: 10% for good service (not automatic); taxis: round up or small change; hotel staff: S/5-10 for porters, S/10-20 for housekeeping.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A small coffee at a local bakery or market stall: S/3-5.
Menu del día (set lunch) at a bodega or casual café: S/10-15.
Typical main dish at a neighbourhood restaurant: S/15-25.
Anticuchos or empanadas from stalls near parks or markets, common in Lince or Surquillo areas.
Plaza Vea or Tottus supermarkets are reliable budget chains in the area.
Markets like Mercado Central or Gamarra for basic clothing; look for sales at chains like Ripley.
Bus combi or coaster (S/1-2 per trip); from airport take shuttle 'Airport Express Lima' (S/45-55) or bus routes (S/3-5).
Use local combis for short hops; buy groceries at markets not tourist shops; skip bottled water — tap water is fine in central areas (use a filter).
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 Kevin
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Mibanco — 1.7 km · ~21 min walk — pharmacy · Botica J&R Farma — 1.1 km · ~14 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 Kevin?
Request a room on the top floor (likely floor 2 or 3) facing away from Los Girasoles. Top rooms reduce footfall noise from other guests and street noise, especially if the street is a main residential artery with traffic.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hostal Kevin?
Avoid rooms on the Ground floor, as they pick up reception comings-and-goings, and if the building is attached to a bar or shop, ground-level noise. Also avoid rooms directly above the front entrance if there's a common area near the street.
Is Hostal Kevin noisy?
Los Girasoles is a residential street in the Miraflores or San Isidro zone – expect occasional taxis, dogs, and early-morning street cleaning. No nightclubs but Saturday night traffic until 1am. Internal noise: thin walls in older hostales – stairwell noise carries.
Which rooms have the best views at Hostal Kevin?
Top-floor, back-of-building rooms likely face a courtyard or neighbouring roofs, offering a quieter outlook. Street-side rooms give a view of Limeño street life but come with noise trade-off.
What are insider tips for staying at Hostal Kevin?
1. Check in early (before 3pm) to choose your room in person – they often let you see two options. 2. Bring earplugs for street-side rooms; the hostal likely has thick curtains but single-glazed windows.
What time is check-in at Hostal Kevin?
Check-in at Hostal Kevin is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hostal Kevin have Wi-Fi?
Free basic wifi throughout; speed around 10 Mbps down, sufficient for browsing and email. No login required but SSID changes daily.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hostal Kevin?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Hostal Kevin?
Menu del día (set lunch) at a bodega or casual café: S/10-15.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hostal Kevin?
Bus combi or coaster (S/1-2 per trip); from airport take shuttle 'Airport Express Lima' (S/45-55) or bus routes (S/3-5).
When is the best time to visit Lima?
December to March: warm, sunny, low humidity – ideal for walking Miraflores cliffs and day trips to Barranco. January and February also bring lively cultural events without peak prices.
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.