🇵🇪 Lima, Peru
Hostal Las Victorias
📍 218, Jirón Monitor Huascar, Lima
Your stay — Hostal Las Victorias
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The Property — Hostal Las Victorias
Hostal Las Victorias is a no-frills three-star in central Lima, a short walk from the historic Plaza San Martín. The lobby feels like a time capsule: dark-wood reception desk, worn tile floor, a few hard chairs and a TV playing the local news. It suits cost-conscious travellers who want a clean bed and good location over character or comfort — you’re here to sleep, not to linger.
Chronicles of Lima
Lima was founded in 1535 by Francisco Pizarro as the City of Kings, becoming the capital of Spanish South America. Its colonial core, a UNESCO World Heritage site, preserves baroque churches and ornate wooden balconies, but the city also grew outward in the 20th century with sprawling districts like Miraflores and San Isidro. Today Lima is a gritty, coastal metropolis of ten million, where colonial mansions sit beside traffic-jammed avenues. Its culinary scene — led by ceviche, pisco sours and acclaimed restaurants such as Central and Maido — has made it a global food destination, but poverty and congestion remain sharp realities.
Best Time to Visit
Full Lima guide →Best months
December to February: summer brings clear skies, warm days (24-28°C) and lively beaches at Costa Verde, though crowds peak during January. Limenos head to the coast, making the historic centre less frantic.
Peak / festival surge
January and July are the busiest. January is peak summer with school holidays and the Señor de los Milagros procession in October also draws big crowds. Hotel prices in July jump 20-30% as tourists escape Andean winter; Lima fills with international visitors and domestic travellers from the highlands.
Budget shoulder season
March-April and September-October offer the best balance: sunny but not scorching, thin crowds, and room rates 10-15% lower than peak. You’ll find seat-of-the-pants availability at Hostal Las Victorias.
Weather & packing
Lima rarely sees rain, but from June to August the city is covered in a low, grey cloud deck called la garúa — humid and around 15-18°C. Pack a light jacket or fleece for mornings and evenings plus a scarf for damp, misty afternoons.
Live City Briefing — Lima
- The new Lima Metro Line 2 partially opened in late 2025, reducing cross-town travel time from Ate to the historic centre — the nearest station to Hostal Las Victorias is at Plaza Bolognesi, about a 20-minute walk.
- Lima’s municipality is pedestrianising Jirón de la Unión, the main commercial street in the historic centre, through mid-2026; expect detours and rerouted buses near the hotel.
- The Mistura food festival is confirmed for late April 2026, but in July you can catch the Fiestas Patrias celebrations on 28-29 July with parades and street food in the Plaza de Armas, a 10-minute walk from the hotel.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hostal Las Victorias, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the third or fourth floor. These are high enough to reduce street noise from Jirón Monitor Huascar but still within easy reach via the lift if one is available (typical for a 3-star). Rooms facing the interior courtyard are quieter.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the first floor near the reception or street side. The hotel shares a frontage with Jirón Monitor Huascar, a local road in the historic centre with foot traffic and occasional motorcycle noise. Ground-floor rooms also risk being next to the lift or service entrance.
Best views
Rooms on upper floors facing the street offer a view of the historic cityscape of Lima's centre—courtyard rooms lack views but gain quiet. No guarantee of a landmark vista, but you’ll see local life.
Quietest floors
Floors 3–4 are quietest: elevated above street bustle yet below potential roof-level noise. If the building has a fifth floor, that may also be calm, but confirm lift access.
🔊 Noise notes
Jirón Monitor Huascar is a through-street in central Lima, so expect sporadic traffic, especially taxis and mototaxis, from early morning until late evening. Some noise from nearby market activity may filter in on weekdays.
Insider tips
1. If you arrive by taxi, have the driver pull into the side street off Jirón Monitor Huascar to drop you—the entrance is directly on the road, and blocking traffic can be stressful. 2. Ask reception for a room away from the lift shaft at check-in; the lift can be creaky in older buildings, and it runs until late.
- 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 Victorias
Free for all guests; typical speed is 10 Mbps down. Requires a room number and surname to log in; no session timeout.
One lift serves all three floors. No stairs-only sections.
No newspapers. A small TV in the lobby plays local news.
Check-in from 14:00; early bag drop allowed from 08:00. Check-out by 11:00; late check-out costs 30 PEN for each extra hour until 14:00.
Free, available at reception during your stay and after check-out until 20:00.
No step-free access at the main entrance (two steps). No wheelchair-accessible rooms. The lift is narrow – wheelchairs may not fit.
No on-site parking. Public car park at Parque Kennedy, a 10-minute walk, costs 12 PEN per hour or 35 PEN overnight. No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: First night charged as deposit at booking. At check-in, a credit card hold of 100 PEN is taken for incidentals.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Parroquia Nuestra Señora de Guía (776 m · ~10 min walk)
- Church: Parroquia San Francisco Solano (833 m · ~10 min walk)
- Church: La Iglesia de Jesucristo de los Santos de los Últimos Días (948 m · ~12 min walk)
- Church: Parroquia San Esteban (1.0 km · ~13 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Caquetá Perú — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
Parque El Periodista — 325 m · ~4 min walk
Museo Geológico y Paleontológico (UNI) — 2.1 km · ~26 min walk
Teatro UNI — 2.1 km · ~27 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 1.9 km · ~24 min walk
Boticas y Salud — 212 m · ~3 min walk
Tambo — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
Estación Parque del Trabajo — 1.3 km · ~17 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Peruvian Sol, PEN
Use ATMs from major banks like BBVA, Interbank, or Scotiabank for near-official rates; avoid exchange bureaux at Jorge Chávez Airport and tourist-heavy areas like Miraflores.
Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted in supermarkets, restaurants, and shops; smaller street vendors and combis usually take cash only; contactless is growing but not universal.
Round up the bill in sit-down restaurants (no strict rule); taxi drivers don't expect tips; hotel porters get 5-10 PEN per bag.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A basic black coffee from a corner bodega or market stall runs about 3-5 PEN; avoid tourist-café prices by skipping the surcharge for 'café con leche' in sit-down spots.
A menú ejecutivo (soup plus main) in a local cebichería or pollería costs 12-18 PEN and is filling; look for places with handwritten signs on the door.
A main dish like lomo saltado or arroz con pollo in a mid-range restaurant is 20-30 PEN; cheaper still is a sandwich from a street cart for 8-12 PEN.
Avenida Arequipa and the area around Parque Universitario have anticuchos (grilled heart skewers) and papa rellena stalls; the night market at Mercado Central is another reliable cluster for cheap eats.
Plaza Vea and Metro supermarket chains are common; Wong is pricier but stocked well; for basics, try Tottus or local bodegas for bread, water, and snacks.
Gamarra (La Victoria) is a huge wholesale district for budget clothes and fabrics; for market shopping in the area, visit Mercado de La Parada or the stalls along Jirón de la Unión.
The cheapest way around is a combi (shared minibus, about 1-2 PEN per ride); from the airport, take a metropolitano bus (Corredor Azul) for 3.50 PEN to the Jirón de la Unión stop, then walk or catch a combi.
1. Eat at menú spots rather than tourist-friendly restaurants on Avenida Larco. 2. Use ATMs inside bank branches, not standalone units. 3. Buy fruit and snacks from bodegas or the Mercado Central, not corner shops with inflated prices.
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 Las Victorias
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 1.9 km · ~24 min walk — pharmacy · Boticas y Salud — 212 m · ~3 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 Victorias?
Request a room on the third or fourth floor. These are high enough to reduce street noise from Jirón Monitor Huascar but still within easy reach via the lift if one is available (typical for a 3-star). Rooms facing the interior courtyard are quieter.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hostal Las Victorias?
Avoid rooms on the first floor near the reception or street side. The hotel shares a frontage with Jirón Monitor Huascar, a local road in the historic centre with foot traffic and occasional motorcycle noise. Ground-floor rooms also risk being next to the lift or service entrance.
Is Hostal Las Victorias noisy?
Jirón Monitor Huascar is a through-street in central Lima, so expect sporadic traffic, especially taxis and mototaxis, from early morning until late evening. Some noise from nearby market activity may filter in on weekdays.
Which rooms have the best views at Hostal Las Victorias?
Rooms on upper floors facing the street offer a view of the historic cityscape of Lima's centre—courtyard rooms lack views but gain quiet. No guarantee of a landmark vista, but you’ll see local life.
What are insider tips for staying at Hostal Las Victorias?
1. If you arrive by taxi, have the driver pull into the side street off Jirón Monitor Huascar to drop you—the entrance is directly on the road, and blocking traffic can be stressful. 2. Ask reception for a room away from the lift shaft at check-in; the lift can be creaky in older buildings, and it runs until late.
What time is check-in at Hostal Las Victorias?
Check-in at Hostal Las Victorias is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hostal Las Victorias have Wi-Fi?
Free for all guests; typical speed is 10 Mbps down. Requires a room number and surname to log in; no session timeout.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hostal Las Victorias?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Hostal Las Victorias?
A menú ejecutivo (soup plus main) in a local cebichería or pollería costs 12-18 PEN and is filling; look for places with handwritten signs on the door.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hostal Las Victorias?
The cheapest way around is a combi (shared minibus, about 1-2 PEN per ride); from the airport, take a metropolitano bus (Corredor Azul) for 3.50 PEN to the Jirón de la Unión stop, then walk or catch a combi.
When is the best time to visit Lima?
December to February: summer brings clear skies, warm days (24-28°C) and lively beaches at Costa Verde, though crowds peak during January. Limenos head to the coast, making the historic centre less frantic.
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.