Your stay — Hostal Ok
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The Property — Hostal Ok
Hostal Ok sits in a converted townhouse in Miraflores, all bare brick walls, potted plants and mismatched wooden furniture. It feels like a crash pad for young backpackers who want a clean bed, strong coffee and a rooftop view of the ocean without any fuss. The USP is location: two blocks from Larcomar, a short walk to Kennedy Park, and the staff genuinely know the neighbourhood’s best ceviche joints. It suits budget travellers, solo adventurers and anyone who treats the hotel as a base, not a destination.
Chronicles of Lima
Lima was founded in 1535 by Francisco Pizarro as the ‘City of Kings’, becoming the capital of Spain’s Viceroyalty of Peru. Its historic centre retains colonial balconies and baroque churches, but the skyline is now a collage of mid-century blocks and glass towers. The city’s contemporary identity revolves around ceviche, surf and a gritty creative energy that spills out of Barranco’s galleries and Miraflores’ parks. Limeños are fiercely proud of their food scene and their fog-bathed coastline, a place where pre-Columbian huacas sit next to Starbucks.
Best Time to Visit
Full Lima guide →Best months
November to March: summer proper, clear skies, beach weather and a swarm of cultural festivals; December and February are the sweet spots for sun without peak tourist overload.
Peak / festival surge
January and late July: summer holidays and Fiestas Patrias (28-29 July) fill hotels, double prices and pack the Malecón with families. Inti Raymi in Cusco also spills visitors Lima-ward in June.
Budget shoulder season
April and October: the fog (garúa) lifts by late morning, temperatures are mild, flights drop and crowds thin. The Mistura food festival in early September also offers a local buzz without the peak price tag.
Weather & packing
Lima’s winter is grey and damp—July averages 15-19°C with persistent coastal fog that burns off by noon, then returns at dusk. Pack a light waterproof jacket, long sleeves for evenings, and a scarf for the gusty Malecon breezes; shorts are pointless in July.
Live City Briefing — Lima
- The new Lima Metro Line 2 is partially open (Ate-Santa Anita section), but it doesn’t reach Miraflores yet—stay on buses or Uber for central districts.
- Miraflores’ Kennedy Park tram works are due to finish by late 2026, causing sporadic road closures around the park; check walking routes to the hotel beforehand.
- El Niño conditions are expected to persist into 2026, meaning slightly warmer sea temperatures off Lima’s coast and possible drizzle rather than heavy rain; plan for fog, not downpours.
Hotel Facilities — Hostal Ok
Free WiFi throughout, with speeds around 10 Mbps down; login required (room number and last name, renewed daily).
One lift serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections.
Complimentary digital access to El Comercio via tablet at reception; no physical newspapers. No notable heritage quirks.
Standard check-in from 13:00; early bag drop allowed from 10:00 (subject to availability). Late check-out until 15:00 costs S/. 30; after 15:00, charged for an extra night.
Free for same-day arrival and departure; overnight storage on request, no charge.
Step-free access via a ramp at the main entrance; lift to all floors. No accessible bathrooms on guest floors, but a ground-floor adapted bathroom is available upon request.
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park is Estacionamiento Miraflores, a 4-minute walk, at S/. 12 per night (S/. 7 on Sundays). No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: A 50% advance deposit is required to secure booking; the remaining balance plus a S/. 50 incidental hold is charged at check-in via card or cash.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Iglesia de Testigos de Jehova (218 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Iglesia Bíblica Emmanuel (451 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: Agua Viva (456 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: Capilla Cristo Vencedor (629 m · ~8 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Alameda Plaza — 1.3 km · ~17 min walk
Parque Ayacucho — 202 m · ~3 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 724 m · ~9 min walk
Foxfarma — 106 m · ~1 min walk
Wally — 173 m · ~2 min walk
San Carlos — 1.4 km · ~17 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Peruvian Sol, PEN
Use ATMs inside banks or official exchange houses (casas de cambio) in Miraflores or central Lima; avoid airport and tourist bureau kiosks for poor rates.
Visa/Mastercard widely accepted in hotels, mid-range restaurants, and shops; contactless common; cash needed for markets, street food, and small taxis.
10% service charge often included in restaurant bills; if not, tip 10% for good service. Taxis no tip needed; hotel porters S/5–10 per bag.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Small black coffee from a corner bakery or market stand — S/3–5.
Set lunch (menú) at a local counter joint — soup, main, drink, S/10–15.
Main dish at a casual chifa or pollería — S/12–18.
Anticuchos stalls, churros carts, and juice stands in Miraflores near Kennedy Park or in Surquillo market.
Plaza Vea, Metro, Tottus — common supermarkets in the area.
Galerías in central Lima or Gamarra market for budget basics; Polvos Azules for cheap branded seconds.
Metro (Line 1) or Metropolitano bus — S/1.50 per ride; from airport take 'Airport Express' bus (S/25) or local bus 301 to Miraflores (S/2.50).
Eat menú del día for lunch (S/10–15). Drink local beer (Cusqueña) not imported. Use ride-hail apps (Uber, Didi) over taxis for fixed fares.
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 Ok
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 724 m · ~9 min walk — pharmacy · Foxfarma — 106 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 time is check-in at Hostal Ok?
Check-in at Hostal Ok is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hostal Ok have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi throughout, with speeds around 10 Mbps down; login required (room number and last name, renewed daily).
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hostal Ok?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Hostal Ok?
Set lunch (menú) at a local counter joint — soup, main, drink, S/10–15.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hostal Ok?
Metro (Line 1) or Metropolitano bus — S/1.50 per ride; from airport take 'Airport Express' bus (S/25) or local bus 301 to Miraflores (S/2.50).
When is the best time to visit Lima?
November to March: summer proper, clear skies, beach weather and a swarm of cultural festivals; December and February are the sweet spots for sun without peak tourist overload.
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.