Your stay — Hostal Los Angeles
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The Property — Hostal Los Angeles
Hostal Los Angeles is a no-frills three-star in central Lima, with a modest lobby of tiled floors, worn leather sofas and a reception desk that doubles as a small café bar. It suits budget-conscious travellers who need a clean, secure base for exploring the historic centre and don't mind dated decor. The USP is its location – two blocks from the Plaza de Armas – and the fact that it's one of the few genuinely cheap options inside the old city. You'll hear street vendors and church bells from your window.
Chronicles of Lima
Lima was founded by Francisco Pizarro in 1535 as the City of Kings, becoming the capital of Spain's Viceroyalty of Peru and the most important colonial city in South America. Its historic centre is a UNESCO World Heritage site, packed with baroque churches, carved wooden balconies and grand colonial plazas. After independence, the city expanded rapidly into a sprawling, modern metropolis, now home to almost ten million people. Contemporary Lima is defined by its world-class food scene, coastal cliffs and a grey winter fog called garúa that blankets the city from May to November.
Best Time to Visit
Full Lima guide →Best months
November to March: summer in Lima brings clear blue skies, warm days around 26°C and lower humidity. This is the sweet spot for weather, though crowds remain moderate outside February's national holiday rush.
Peak / festival surge
February and July: February's Fiesta de la Virgen de la Candelaria and the summer holiday spike push hotel prices up by 30-50%. July is Peru's main winter school holiday, filling domestic flights and mid-range hotels.
Budget shoulder season
April and October: these transition months offer mild weather (around 20-23°C), far fewer tourists and dropped room rates. April has the post-summer calm; October brings the tail end of winter fog without peak demand.
Weather & packing
Lima sits on the Pacific coast at 12°S but is a coastal desert with high humidity – it's never properly hot or cold, just persistently damp from May to November. Pack layers: a light jacket and a windproof top, even in summer, because the sea breeze can be chilly.
Live City Briefing — Lima
- Lima's new Metro Line 2 is partly open from Ate to Evitamiento, but the central sections remain unfinished; visitors should still rely on taxis and the Metropolitano bus system.
- The historic centre's pedestrianisation project on Jirón de la Unión is ongoing, with some streets closed to traffic and new café terraces appearing – expect construction noise near Plaza San Martín.
- Peru's dry season in the highlands (June-August) means Cusco and Machu Picchu are packed, so domestic flights out of Lima are full and prices rise, book at least two months ahead.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hostal Los Angeles, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the second or third floor facing the interior courtyard (away from Av. Miguel Grau). These floors are above street-level noise and the courtyard rooms are significantly quieter than those overlooking the avenue.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid any room facing Av. Miguel Grau on the first floor. The avenue carries heavy traffic throughout the day and night, and first-floor rooms suffer the most from street noise.
Best views
Rooms facing Av. Miguel Grau offer a view of the avenue and surrounding La Victoria district, but note this is a busy commercial street – the view includes traffic, shops, and occasional street life. No panoramic or scenic vista.
Quietest floors
Second and third floors, especially rooms on the courtyard side.
🔊 Noise notes
Av. Miguel Grau is a main thoroughfare in La Victoria, with constant traffic, buses, and mototaxis. First-floor rooms are also near the entrance and lift lobby, so you'll hear doors, conversations, and lift operations. The area can be lively late into the evening.
Insider tips
1. Park at Estacionamiento La Victoria on Av. Manco Cápac – it's the nearest secure option; expect to pay around 30 PEN per 24 hours. Reserve in advance if arriving by car. 2. For a quieter stay, ask for a courtyard-facing room on the second floor when you check in – the lift makes upper floors easy to access, and these rooms are furthest from street noise.
- 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 Los Angeles
Free for all guests; average speed of about 15 Mbps download, 5 Mbps upload. No login or time limit.
One lift serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections.
No complimentary newspapers or digital newsstand. The building is a converted 1940s townhouse with original tilework in the lobby.
Check-in from 13:00; early bag drop allowed without charge after 10:00. Late check-out until 16:00 costs 40 PEN; after 16:00 charges a full night.
Free for same-day arrivals and post-check-out up to 18:00. Overnight storage not available.
Step-free access via ramp at the main entrance. Lift serves all floors. No wheelchair-accessible bathrooms or grab bars in rooms.
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park is Estacionamiento La Victoria, two blocks away (Av. Manco Cápac 750), charging 30 PEN per 24 hours. No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Requires 50% advance deposit to confirm booking; at check-in, they place a hold of 100 PEN on a card for incidentals.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Parroquia Nuestra Señora de la Esperanza (301 m · ~4 min walk)
- Church: La Iglesia de Jesucristo de los Santos de los Últimos Días (793 m · ~10 min walk)
- Church: Testigos de Jehová (954 m · ~12 min walk)
- Place of worship: Comunidad Cristiana Familiar Amor Eterno (1.1 km · ~14 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Jockey Plaza Shopping Center — 1.9 km · ~24 min walk
Parque Grau — 119 m · ~1 min walk
Auditorio Zum de la Universidad de Lima — 2.2 km · ~28 min walk
Jump Spot — 1.9 km · ~24 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 798 m · ~10 min walk
Mifarma — 65 m · ~1 min walk
Tambo — 144 m · ~2 min walk
Terminal Terrestre Yerbateros — 2.4 km · ~30 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Peruvian Sol, PEN
Use ATMs (banbif, BBVA, Scotiabank) for best rates; avoid airport and tourist bureau cambio desks — poor rates.
Visa/Mastercard widely accepted in shops and restaurants; Amex and contactless less common. Cash needed for markets and small eateries.
10% at mid-range restaurants if service charge not included; round up taxi fare; tip porters 5-10 soles.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Café con leche from a bakery or street stall: ~3-4 soles.
Menú del día (soup, main, drink) in a local eatery: ~10-15 soles.
Main course at a casual pollería or chifa: ~15-20 soles.
Plaza de Armas area and surrounding markets (Mercado Central, Mercado de Surquillo) for anticuchos, picarones, and ceviche.
Plaza Vea and Metro supermarkets are common.
Gamarra district for budget clothing; Polvos Azules market for knockoffs and electronics.
Local bus (combi) 2 soles per ride; no day pass. From airport: Airport Express bus to Miraflores 15 soles, or collectivo to central Lima ~3 soles.
Eat at menú spots for lunch; avoid tourist-heavy restaurants in Miraflores; buy water in bulk from supermarkets.
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 Los Angeles
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 798 m · ~10 min walk — pharmacy · Mifarma — 65 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 Los Angeles?
Request a room on the second or third floor facing the interior courtyard (away from Av. Miguel Grau). These floors are above street-level noise and the courtyard rooms are significantly quieter than those overlooking the avenue.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hostal Los Angeles?
Avoid any room facing Av. Miguel Grau on the first floor. The avenue carries heavy traffic throughout the day and night, and first-floor rooms suffer the most from street noise.
Is Hostal Los Angeles noisy?
Av. Miguel Grau is a main thoroughfare in La Victoria, with constant traffic, buses, and mototaxis. First-floor rooms are also near the entrance and lift lobby, so you'll hear doors, conversations, and lift operations. The area can be lively late into the evening.
Which rooms have the best views at Hostal Los Angeles?
Rooms facing Av. Miguel Grau offer a view of the avenue and surrounding La Victoria district, but note this is a busy commercial street – the view includes traffic, shops, and occasional street life. No panoramic or scenic vista.
What are insider tips for staying at Hostal Los Angeles?
1. Park at Estacionamiento La Victoria on Av. Manco Cápac – it's the nearest secure option; expect to pay around 30 PEN per 24 hours. Reserve in advance if arriving by car. 2. For a quieter stay, ask for a courtyard-facing room on the second floor when you check in – the lift makes upper floors easy to access, and these rooms are furthest from street noise.
What time is check-in at Hostal Los Angeles?
Check-in at Hostal Los Angeles is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hostal Los Angeles have Wi-Fi?
Free for all guests; average speed of about 15 Mbps download, 5 Mbps upload. No login or time limit.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hostal Los Angeles?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Hostal Los Angeles?
Menú del día (soup, main, drink) in a local eatery: ~10-15 soles.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hostal Los Angeles?
Local bus (combi) 2 soles per ride; no day pass. From airport: Airport Express bus to Miraflores 15 soles, or collectivo to central Lima ~3 soles.
When is the best time to visit Lima?
November to March: summer in Lima brings clear blue skies, warm days around 26°C and lower humidity. This is the sweet spot for weather, though crowds remain moderate outside February's national holiday rush.
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.