Your stay — Hostal Los Cerezos
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The Property — Hostal Los Cerezos
Hostal Los Cerezos feels like a friendly, no-frills crash pad in Lima’s quiet Residencial San Felipe district. The lobby is modest, with tile floors, a few armchairs, and a reception desk that doubles as a cafe corner. It’s a three-star that focuses on clean rooms, reliable wifi, and a decent breakfast – fine for travellers who want a safe, budget-friendly base without fuss. It suits solo backpackers or couples on a tight itinerary who need central access to Miraflores and the historic centre.
Chronicles of Lima
Lima was founded in 1535 by Spanish conquistador Francisco Pizarro as the ‘City of Kings’, capital of the Viceroyalty of Peru. Its colonial core, the Plaza Mayor, still holds the cathedral and government palace, but the city’s architecture is a jumble of baroque churches, 19th-century mansions, and brutalist blocks. In the 20th century, mass migration from the Andes reshaped Lima into a sprawling, often chaotic metropolis of over 10 million people. Today it vibrates around its coastal cliffs, ceviche joints, and a lively arts scene, while street-food stalls and old huacas (pyramids) remind you of pre-Hispanic layers beneath the modern dust.
Best Time to Visit
Full Lima guide →Best months
January and February are ideal for warm, stable weather (26-28°C) with low rain, though crowds swell for summer holidays. March brings slightly cooler days but still solid sun.
Peak / festival surge
July is peak winter tourist month for Lima: cloudy, damp, but dry (no rain). It coincides with Peruvian Independence Day (28-29 July) and Fiestas Patrias – expect city-wide celebrations, parades, and fully booked hotels. Prices at Hostal Los Cerezos can rise 30-50% above low season.
Budget shoulder season
April and May are the best budget shoulder months: autumn – mild 20-23°C, low humidity, far fewer tourists, and hotel rates drop sharply after March’s final summer rush.
Weather & packing
Lima has a quirky microclimate – bone-dry but perpetually grey and misty from May to November (the garúa season). Pack layers: a lightweight fleece or jumper for mornings and evenings, plus a windproof jacket, because that coastal damp chill sneaks in fast.
Live City Briefing — Lima
- Lima's new Metro Line 2 extension is partially open, but construction along Avenida Aviación still causes traffic snarls in central districts; allow extra time for trips to the airport.
- The Malecón coastal path in Miraflores has been fully repaved, with new bike lanes and viewpoints – great for a morning run or sunset stroll without construction detours.
- July’s Fiestas Patrias (28-29 July) mean city-centre road closures and packed bus services; book any long-distance transport well in advance or risk sold-out tickets.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hostal Los Cerezos, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the third or fourth floor facing the interior courtyard. These floors are high enough to avoid street-level commotion and the courtyard side cuts out the noise from Avenida Javier Prado Este, the main road outside. Typically quieter and more private.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the first or second floor facing the street. First-floor rooms near the reception or breakfast area can pick up footfall and kitchen noise. Street-facing rooms on lower floors will hear traffic from Javier Prado Este, especially during rush hours.
Best views
Street-facing rooms on floors 3 or 4 give a limited view of the avenue and surrounding Miraflores residential blocks, but no ocean from this address. Courtyard rooms overlook the hotel’s inner patio—nothing special, but peaceful.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4. Five storeys total with no lift (walk-up), so the highest floors see less foot traffic and noise from other guests moving between floors.
🔊 Noise notes
Lima’s traffic is constant and drivers honk freely. The hotel sits on a main artery (Avenida Javier Prado Este), so expect low-grade road hum day and night. No bar or club on-site, but weekday breakfast starts around 7am—guests above the dining area will hear chairs scraping and chatter.
Insider tips
1. Because there’s no lift, ask for a room on the second floor if you’ve got heavy bags—staff might help carry them up. 2. Breakfast is included and simple (coffee, bread, eggs) but fills up fast between 8 and 9am; get there early to avoid the queue.
- 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 Cerezos
Free standard Wi-Fi (≈10 Mbps up/down) with device limit of 5; premium tier (≈30 Mbps, no device limit) available at 15 PEN/day.
One lift serves all 3 floors; no stairs-only sections.
No physical newspapers; complimentary access to digital newsstand via PressReader (login at lobby tablet). Building is a converted 1940s mansion with original terracotta floor tiles in common areas.
Standard check-in from 14:00; early bag drop from 10:00 (no fee). Late check-out until 16:00 for 50% of nightly rate; after 16:00 charged full night.
Complimentary locked luggage room for same-day storage; overnight storage only if extending stay.
Step-free entrance via ramp at side door (ring bell for assistance). Wheelchair-accessible ground-floor rooms available; no lift to rooftop terrace. Narrow corridors may limit turning space.
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park: Parking Excelsior (Calle Bolognesi 245, 2 blocks away), 25 PEN per night (24h, no in/out). No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None (included in rate for foreigners; 18% IGV applies to all stays)
Deposit & card hold: 50% advance deposit via bank transfer or credit card required to confirm; at check-in, a $50 USD incidental hold (or equivalent in PEN) is placed on credit card
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Iglesia de Jesucristo de los Santos de los Ultimos Días (279 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Parroquia María Auxiliadora (660 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: Corazon de maria (1.2 km · ~15 min walk)
- Church: Parroquia Jesús Redentor (1.2 km · ~15 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Mall Aventura Plaza Bellavista — 2.7 km · ~34 min walk
Santa Luisa — 228 m · ~3 min walk
Museo Memoria Coronel Leoncio Prado — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 1.8 km · ~22 min walk
Violeta — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
Eddy — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Peruvian Sol, PEN
Use ATMs for the best rate; avoid exchange bureaux at the airport or tourist centres which give poor rates.
Visa and Mastercard widely accepted in shops, restaurants, and hotels; contactless common; Amex less so. Cash still needed for small purchases and markets.
Restaurants: 10% if service not included. Taxis: round up or tip 1–2 soles. Hotel staff: 5–10 soles per bag or for housekeeping.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Filter coffee from a local café or market stall: around 3–5 soles.
Menú (set lunch) in a simple local restaurant: 12–18 soles for soup, main, and drink.
A main course at a no-frills local restaurant: 15–25 soles.
Head to the small food stalls around markets or main squares for anticuchos (grilled skewers) or picarones (sweet potato doughnuts) for 5–10 soles each.
Plaza Vea, Metro, and Tottus are common budget supermarkets in the area.
Mercado Central or Gamarra district for affordable clothing; also Plaza San Miguel mall has budget chain stores.
Bus combis or 'corredor' buses cost around 2–3 soles per ride. From the airport to central Lima, take a regular bus (about 3 soles) instead of a taxi (40–60 soles).
Always carry small denominations of soles for buses and street food. Eat at menú places for lunch instead of dinner to save. Use local bus routes rather than Uber or taxis if you know the system.
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 Cerezos
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 1.8 km · ~22 min walk — pharmacy · Violeta — 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 Los Cerezos?
Request a room on the third or fourth floor facing the interior courtyard. These floors are high enough to avoid street-level commotion and the courtyard side cuts out the noise from Avenida Javier Prado Este, the main road outside. Typically quieter and more private.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hostal Los Cerezos?
Avoid rooms on the first or second floor facing the street. First-floor rooms near the reception or breakfast area can pick up footfall and kitchen noise. Street-facing rooms on lower floors will hear traffic from Javier Prado Este, especially during rush hours.
Is Hostal Los Cerezos noisy?
Lima’s traffic is constant and drivers honk freely. The hotel sits on a main artery (Avenida Javier Prado Este), so expect low-grade road hum day and night. No bar or club on-site, but weekday breakfast starts around 7am—guests above the dining area will hear chairs scraping and chatter.
Which rooms have the best views at Hostal Los Cerezos?
Street-facing rooms on floors 3 or 4 give a limited view of the avenue and surrounding Miraflores residential blocks, but no ocean from this address. Courtyard rooms overlook the hotel’s inner patio—nothing special, but peaceful.
What are insider tips for staying at Hostal Los Cerezos?
1. Because there’s no lift, ask for a room on the second floor if you’ve got heavy bags—staff might help carry them up. 2. Breakfast is included and simple (coffee, bread, eggs) but fills up fast between 8 and 9am; get there early to avoid the queue.
What time is check-in at Hostal Los Cerezos?
Check-in at Hostal Los Cerezos is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hostal Los Cerezos have Wi-Fi?
Free standard Wi-Fi (≈10 Mbps up/down) with device limit of 5; premium tier (≈30 Mbps, no device limit) available at 15 PEN/day.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hostal Los Cerezos?
None (included in rate for foreigners; 18% IGV applies to all stays)
Where can I eat cheaply near Hostal Los Cerezos?
Menú (set lunch) in a simple local restaurant: 12–18 soles for soup, main, and drink.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hostal Los Cerezos?
Bus combis or 'corredor' buses cost around 2–3 soles per ride. From the airport to central Lima, take a regular bus (about 3 soles) instead of a taxi (40–60 soles).
When is the best time to visit Lima?
January and February are ideal for warm, stable weather (26-28°C) with low rain, though crowds swell for summer holidays. March brings slightly cooler days but still solid sun.
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.