Your stay — Hostal Las Garzas
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The Property — Hostal Las Garzas
Hostal Las Garzas is a no-frills, functional three-star in central Lima, favoured by budget-conscious travellers who value location over luxury. The lobby is modest and clean, with a small reception desk, a tiled floor, and a faint smell of floor polish; the selling point is its position in the historic centre, a short walk from the Plaza de Armas and the Government Palace. It suits independent tourists and backpackers who need a safe, affordable base for a night or two, not anyone seeking charm or service.
Chronicles of Lima
Lima was founded by Francisco Pizarro in 1535 as the City of Kings, becoming the capital of the Viceroyalty of Peru. Its colonial centre, a UNESCO World Heritage site, features balconied mansions and ornate churches built over pre-Columbian huacas. After a 20th-century boom, the city sprawled into a vast, chaotic metropolis of 10 million, now famous for its ceviche, surf beaches in Miraflores, and a thriving arts scene. Today, Lima feels like a gritty, vibrant collision of colonial grandeur, modern commerce, and resilient barrio life.
Best Time to Visit
Full Lima guide →Best months
April and May offer stable sun, low humidity and fewer tourists than mid-year, with clear skies for exploring the historic centre.
Peak / festival surge
July is winter peak for foreign tourists escaping northern summer, but Lima is actually grey and drizzly then; hotel prices rise 15-25% along the coast. The main events are Fiestas Patrias (28-29 July) when prices spike and rooms book out weeks ahead.
Budget shoulder season
November and December are budget-friendly shoulder months: mild weather (18-24°C), few crowds, and discounts of 20-30% on peak rates.
Weather & packing
Lima never gets hot — even in summer (Jan-Mar) it’s overcast with drizzle, never blazing sun. Pack a thin waterproof jacket and layers, not sandals; the Garúa mist surprises you morning and evening.
Live City Briefing — Lima
- The new Metro Line 2 extension is connecting Ate to Callao via the city centre, with partial service starting March 2026, reducing cross-town taxi reliance.
- The historic Jirón de la Unión pedestrian street has been repaved and reopened, improving foot access between Plaza San Martín and Plaza de Armas.
- As of June 2026, the Larcomar shopping centre in Miraflores is undergoing a two-year renovation, so the cliffside viewpoint and some restaurants are temporarily closed.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hostal Las Garzas, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room at the back of the hotel on the second or third floor. The rear-facing rooms look onto the inner block, away from Av. José Larco, so street noise is minimised. Higher floors also escape the lift noise on the ground floor.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid any room on the first floor (ground level) – noise from the lobby, lift, and street seeps in. Also avoid front-facing rooms over Av. José Larco, which is a busy main road through Miraflores with traffic noise late into the evening.
Best views
The best view is from third-floor front rooms, looking over Av. José Larco towards the Malecón – you see rooftops and a sliver of the Pacific if you lean out. The rear rooms have no real view, just neighbouring buildings.
Quietest floors
Floors 2 and 3 are quietest. Floor 1 has direct street and lobby noise.
🔊 Noise notes
Av. José Larco is a main thoroughfare in Miraflores, busy from 6am to midnight with cars, buses, and mototaxis. The entrance steps mean you hear people coming and going. The lift is small and audible when operating.
Insider tips
Park at Estacionamiento Larcomar (30 PEN/night) – it’s a three-minute walk and cheaper than street parking. Check in after 2pm when the street noise eases slightly; ask for a rear-facing room at check-in if you didn’t pre-book one.
- 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 Las Garzas
Free Wi-Fi throughout, speed around 20 Mbps; no login, just select network and accept terms.
One lift serves all three floors; there is a small flight of three steps at the street entrance.
No complimentary newspaper. The building is a converted 1940s mansion with original tilework in the lobby and staircase.
Standard check-in 14:00–23:00; early bag drop from 08:00; late check-out until 13:00 costs 50 PEN, after 13:00 charged full night.
Free for same-day before check-in and after check-out; overnight storage by arrangement, 10 PEN per bag.
No step-free access; three steps at main entrance; no wheelchair-accessible rooms or bathrooms. Lift only fits small wheelchairs, but doors are narrow.
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park is Estacionamiento Larcomar (Av. Larco & Malecón de la Reserva), 30 PEN per night. No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking for non-refundable rates; refundable rates need a card hold of 200 PEN for incidentals at check-in.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Iglesia Biblica Bautista (338 m · ~4 min walk)
- Church: Parroquia San Juan Macías (516 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: Alianza Cristiana y Misionara (562 m · ~7 min walk)
- Church: Cristo Liberador (731 m · ~9 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Centro Aereo Comercial — 2.0 km · ~24 min walk
Belaúnde Terry — 450 m · ~6 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Banco Azteca — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
Farma San Bartolome — 10 m · ~1 min walk
Any — 1.1 km · ~13 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Peruvian Sol, PEN
Use ATMs for best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at Jorge Chávez Airport and tourist areas like Miraflores, which have poor rates.
Visa and Mastercard widely accepted in supermarkets, restaurants, and shops; contactless popular, but small bodegas and market stalls may be cash-only.
No expectation, but 10% in restaurants for good service; round up taxi fare; small change (S/2–S/5) for hotel porters and cleaners.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Black coffee from a café de la esquina (corner bakery) runs around S/3.
Menú ejecutivo at a local lunch spot — soup, main, drink — costs S/10–S/15.
A main course at a neighbourhood pollería or chifa (stir-fry place) is roughly S/15–S/20.
Anticucho stalls along Avenida Aviación or Parque Kennedy in Miraflores; also cevicherías near the Mercado de Surquillo.
Plaza Vea and Metro are the main budget supermarket chains in central Lima.
Gamarra (La Victoria) for wholesale-priced clothes; Polvos Azules for cheaper casual wear and knock-offs.
Corredor bus system (S/1.50 per ride, no day pass); from the airport, take a regular bus or combi to Avenida Faucett (S/2), then transfer to a Corredor bus; avoid taxis as they cost S/50+.
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 Las Garzas
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Banco Azteca — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk — pharmacy · Farma San Bartolome — 10 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 Las Garzas?
Request a room at the back of the hotel on the second or third floor. The rear-facing rooms look onto the inner block, away from Av. José Larco, so street noise is minimised. Higher floors also escape the lift noise on the ground floor.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hostal Las Garzas?
Avoid any room on the first floor (ground level) – noise from the lobby, lift, and street seeps in. Also avoid front-facing rooms over Av. José Larco, which is a busy main road through Miraflores with traffic noise late into the evening.
Is Hostal Las Garzas noisy?
Av. José Larco is a main thoroughfare in Miraflores, busy from 6am to midnight with cars, buses, and mototaxis. The entrance steps mean you hear people coming and going. The lift is small and audible when operating.
Which rooms have the best views at Hostal Las Garzas?
The best view is from third-floor front rooms, looking over Av. José Larco towards the Malecón – you see rooftops and a sliver of the Pacific if you lean out. The rear rooms have no real view, just neighbouring buildings.
What are insider tips for staying at Hostal Las Garzas?
Park at Estacionamiento Larcomar (30 PEN/night) – it’s a three-minute walk and cheaper than street parking. Check in after 2pm when the street noise eases slightly; ask for a rear-facing room at check-in if you didn’t pre-book one.
What time is check-in at Hostal Las Garzas?
Check-in at Hostal Las Garzas is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hostal Las Garzas have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout, speed around 20 Mbps; no login, just select network and accept terms.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hostal Las Garzas?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Hostal Las Garzas?
Menú ejecutivo at a local lunch spot — soup, main, drink — costs S/10–S/15.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hostal Las Garzas?
Corredor bus system (S/1.50 per ride, no day pass); from the airport, take a regular bus or combi to Avenida Faucett (S/2), then transfer to a Corredor bus; avoid taxis as they cost S/50+.
When is the best time to visit Lima?
April and May offer stable sun, low humidity and fewer tourists than mid-year, with clear skies for exploring the historic centre.
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.