Your stay — Hostal Perú House
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The Property — Hostal Perú House
You're standing in a tidy, quiet lobby that smells of floor polish and fresh coffee. Hostal Perú House is a no-nonsense 3-star in Miraflores, with clean rooms, a small rooftop terrace and a continental breakfast that gets the job done. It suits budget-conscious travellers who want a safe, central base for exploring Lima on foot, without paying for frills or a swimming pool.
Chronicles of Lima
Lima was founded in 1535 by Francisco Pizarro as the City of Kings, becoming the colonial capital of Spanish South America. Its historic centre is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, filled with ornate balconies and baroque churches like the San Francisco Monastery. After the War of the Pacific, Lima sprawled outward, blending colonial plazas, 20th-century mansions and vast informal settlements. Today it's a gritty, dynamic metropolis of 10 million people, where ceviche, traffic jams and a thriving arts scene sit side by side.
Best Time to Visit
Full Lima guide →Best months
December to March: warm, mostly sunny days with highs of 27-30°C, light crowds before the January peak, and the city at its most energetic.
Peak / festival surge
January to early March: Peruvian summer holidays, plus the Señor de los Milagros processions in October. Hotel prices in Miraflores can double; book three months ahead.
Budget shoulder season
April and November: lower prices, mild 20-24°C days, fewer tourists, and the Mistura food festival in September is a bonus for shoulder travellers.
Weather & packing
Lima's 'winter' (June-September) is a grey, drizzly fog called garúa—it never rains hard but leaves everything damp. Pack a light waterproof jacket and layers, even in July.
Live City Briefing — Lima
- The new Line 2 metro is partially open, connecting Ate to the centre; check if the San Isidro/Miraflores extension affects your routes.
- Several new craft coffee shops and pisco bars have opened in Barranco (20 min by taxi), like Café de la Plazuela.
- Heavy seasonal smog (inversion layer) can worsen late June–July; anyone with respiratory issues should carry a mask for outdoor walks.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hostal Perú House, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the third or fourth floor, at the rear of the building (away from the street). These upper levels are quieter and have slightly better air circulation.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the first floor, which are closest to the street and the main entrance, suffering from traffic noise and footfall. Also avoid rooms facing the front (street side) on any floor.
Best views
The best view is from a rear-facing room on floor 3 or 4, overlooking the neighbourhood's interior patios or backstreets, rather than the main road.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 are the quietest, as they are high enough to avoid street-level noise but still within walk-up distance (no lift mentioned for a 3-star hotel).
🔊 Noise notes
Lima's streets are busy with taxis, buses, and mototaxis, especially on main roads. The hostal's address on a central Lima street means traffic noise from early morning till late evening. Also consider nearby market or restaurant deliveries if the street is commercial.
Insider tips
1. Request a top-floor rear room at booking—these are least disturbed by street noise. 2. As a 3-star hostal, fan or portable AC may be limited; bring earplugs and a sleep mask for light noise and dawn brightness.
- 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 Perú House
Free WiFi for all guests; adequate for browsing (approx 5 Mbps download); no login required—select network and accept terms
No lift; all rooms on first and second floors accessed via stairs only (historic building)
No complimentary newspapers; common area TV with basic cable; property is a restored 1920s townhouse with original wooden staircases and tiled courtyard
Check-in 14:00–22:00 (flexible by arrangement); early bag-drop from 10:00 free; late check-out until 12:00 for 20 PEN surcharge (if available)
Free after check-out; locked luggage room accessed via front desk
No step-free access; main entrance via two steps; no wheelchair-accessible rooms or bathroom modifications
No on-site or valet parking; nearest public parking (Estacionamiento Miraflores) on Calle Alcanfores 322, 24h cost approx 30 PEN; no EV charging available
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None (no tourist tax applies to this hostel category in Peru)
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking; a $50 (approx 185 PEN) incidental hold per stay placed on card at check-in, refunded at checkout if no damages
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Iglesia del Sagrado Corazón de María (287 m · ~4 min walk)
- Church: iglesia Casa de Oración (330 m · ~4 min walk)
- Church: Iglesia de Dios (756 m · ~9 min walk)
- Church: Parroquia Nuestra Señora de la Caridad (951 m · ~12 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Galería Santa Patricia — 911 m · ~11 min walk
Parque Santa Marta — 529 m · ~7 min walk
Museo Victoria Chi Fu de Lam — 1.4 km · ~17 min walk
Casa Yuyachakani — 1.6 km · ~20 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 878 m · ~11 min walk
Nova Farma — 395 m · ~5 min walk
Rappidin — 160 m · ~2 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Peruvian Sol, PEN
Use bank ATMs or exchange offices (cambios) in Miraflores for the best rates; avoid airport and tourist bureau kiosks as their rates are poor.
Visa/Mastercard accepted widely in shops, restaurants and hotels; contactless and mobile pay (Yape, Plin) are common for locals but tourists need a local account.
No obligation, but 5-10% in restaurants if service is good; taxis don't expect tip; hotel porters get a couple of soles.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A small coffee (café pasado) at a local bakery costs about 5-7 PEN.
A menú ejecutivo (soup, main, drink) at a simple comedor runs 12-18 PEN.
Main course at a casual pollería (rotisserie chicken place) is around 15-25 PEN.
Look for anticuchos (grilled beef heart) or salchipapas (sausage fries) from carts at night markets or near parks, especially around Parque Kennedy.
Mercados (municipal markets) like Mercado Surquillo or chains such as Plaza Vea and Wong are common.
Gamarra (La Victoria) is Lima's largest wholesale clothing district; for cheaper branded stuff try Ripley or Oechsle on Av. Larco.
The Metropolitano bus system costs about 3.50 PEN per ride; from the airport take an official airport taxi (fijo rate ~60 PEN) or collectivo minibus for 15-20 PEN.
Eat at market stalls for lunch rather than tourist menus; use cash for small purchases to avoid card surcharges; buy bottled water at supermarkets not hotels.
Good to know — Lima
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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 Perú House
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 878 m · ~11 min walk — pharmacy · Nova Farma — 395 m · ~5 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 Perú House?
Request a room on the third or fourth floor, at the rear of the building (away from the street). These upper levels are quieter and have slightly better air circulation.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hostal Perú House?
Avoid rooms on the first floor, which are closest to the street and the main entrance, suffering from traffic noise and footfall. Also avoid rooms facing the front (street side) on any floor.
Is Hostal Perú House noisy?
Lima's streets are busy with taxis, buses, and mototaxis, especially on main roads. The hostal's address on a central Lima street means traffic noise from early morning till late evening. Also consider nearby market or restaurant deliveries if the street is commercial.
Which rooms have the best views at Hostal Perú House?
The best view is from a rear-facing room on floor 3 or 4, overlooking the neighbourhood's interior patios or backstreets, rather than the main road.
What are insider tips for staying at Hostal Perú House?
1. Request a top-floor rear room at booking—these are least disturbed by street noise. 2. As a 3-star hostal, fan or portable AC may be limited; bring earplugs and a sleep mask for light noise and dawn brightness.
What time is check-in at Hostal Perú House?
Check-in at Hostal Perú House is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hostal Perú House have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi for all guests; adequate for browsing (approx 5 Mbps download); no login required—select network and accept terms
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hostal Perú House?
None (no tourist tax applies to this hostel category in Peru)
Where can I eat cheaply near Hostal Perú House?
A menú ejecutivo (soup, main, drink) at a simple comedor runs 12-18 PEN.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hostal Perú House?
The Metropolitano bus system costs about 3.50 PEN per ride; from the airport take an official airport taxi (fijo rate ~60 PEN) or collectivo minibus for 15-20 PEN.
When is the best time to visit Lima?
December to March: warm, mostly sunny days with highs of 27-30°C, light crowds before the January peak, and the city at its most energetic.
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.