Your stay — Hotel Andesmar
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The Property — Hotel Andesmar
Hotel Andesmar feels like a reliable, no-fuss base in the middle of Miraflores. The lobby is small and functional, with polished marble floors, a business corner and a 24-hour reception that gets things done efficiently. It’s a 3-star that doesn’t pretend otherwise: clean rooms, decent breakfast, and solid Wi-Fi. Works best if you need a central spot to sleep and shower between exploring Lima’s coast and cevicherías.
Chronicles of Lima
Lima was founded by Francisco Pizarro in 1535 as the ‘City of Kings’, and for three centuries served as the political and commercial capital of Spain’s South American empire. Its colonial core still shows in the Plaza Mayor’s cathedral and the ornate wooden balconies of the historic centre. After independence, the city grew outward fast, swallowing coastal districts like Miraflores and Barranco. Today Lima is a sprawling, 10-million-person metropolis where pre-Columbian huacas sit between glass office towers, and the Pacific fog softens the edges of a city obsessed with ceviche and pisco.
Best Time to Visit
Full Lima guide →Best months
February and March for the warmest sea water, least fog and the summer festival energy; April still fine before the grey sets in.
Peak / festival surge
January–March is peak domestic tourism and summer school holidays. Hotels raise prices 20–30%. The Mistura food festival (usually September) also spikes demand in Miraflores, but July itself is winter and quiet – good for low crowds.
Budget shoulder season
May and October give milder, sunnier weather than mid-winter, lower room rates and far fewer tourists.
Weather & packing
Lima in July is overcast with heavy fog (garúa) but almost never rains; you’ll want a light fleece or jacket for mornings and evenings, plus a scarf. Sunscreen still useful – the UV breaks through the cloud by midday.
Live City Briefing — Lima
- Miraflores’ Costa Verde cycling path has a new 1 km section reopened after cliff stabilisation work – good for the coastal run to Barranco.
- Lima’s Jorge Chávez Airport is still in the middle of a major terminal expansion (new international pier due 2026), but domestic departures are using temporary gates; add 30 minutes for check-in.
- July is Peruvian Independence season – 28 July parades and closing of parts of the historic centre on that weekend; book restaurant tables in advance.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hotel Andesmar, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 3 or 4, facing away from Avenida Grau (towards the rear of the building). These mid-floors avoid street-level noise and are high enough to reduce foot traffic sounds from the lobby. The lift serves all floors but stops less frequently on these levels, giving you a quieter stay.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floor 1 (street-level noise from Avenida Grau and lobby activity) and floor 2, which may sit directly above the reception or any street-facing common areas. Rooms at the front of the hotel, especially lower floors, will pick up traffic and pedestrian noise from the avenue.
Best views
Views from front-facing rooms on higher floors (3-4) overlook Avenida Grau and the surrounding cityscape—think busy streets and buildings, not landmarks. Rear-facing rooms offer quieter, less interesting views of interior courtyards or neighbouring structures.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 are the quietest, as they’re above street hubbub and below any rooftop or terrace activity. The hotel’s 3-star rating suggests limited soundproofing, so mid-floors are your best bet.
🔊 Noise notes
Avenida Grau is a main avenue in Lima’s historic centre, carrying constant traffic, including buses and taxis, from early morning until late evening. Street vendors and pedestrian noise may add to the din on lower floors. There’s no indication of soundproofed windows in a 3-star hotel, so expect street sounds if facing the front.
Insider tips
1. Request a rear-facing room when booking—call or email the hotel directly, as online systems rarely let you specify orientation. 2. If you’re in a front-facing room, use earplugs or ask for a fan for white noise; the hotel’s location near Avenida Grau makes morning traffic loud even with windows closed.
- 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 — Hotel Andesmar
Free basic Wi-Fi (2 Mbps download) for all guests; no login—just a simple password printed on the keycard envelope. A paid upgrade (10 PEN per day) gives 10 Mbps.
One small lift serves all five floors (maximum 4 people). No stairs-only sections; staircase is for fire escape only.
Complimentary physical print of El Comercio delivered to the lobby each morning; no digital newsstand or in-room newspapers.
Check-in from 14:00, check-out by 12:00. Early bag drop-off is free from 10:00. Late check-out until 15:00 costs 40 PEN, subject to availability.
Free of charge; leave bags at reception desk (no dedicated locked room). Open 06:00–23:00.
No step-free entrance; there is a single step at the main door. Lift fits a wheelchair but door width is 75 cm. No accessible guest rooms or adapted bathrooms.
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park is Estacionamiento Grau (200 m, 18 PEN per night). No EV charging available.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 10 PEN per person per night (foreign tourists only; exempt for Peruvians and residents).
Deposit & card hold: First night charged at booking; a 100 PEN refundable deposit is held on a card at check-in.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Place of worship: Radha Soami Satsang Beas-Peru (286 m · ~4 min walk)
- Church: Iglesia Matriz Virgen Milagrosa (307 m · ~4 min walk)
- Church: Iglesia La Reparación (460 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: Las Buenas Nuevas (943 m · ~12 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Centro Comercial Esperanza — 154 m · ~2 min walk
Ovalo de Miraflores — 75 m · ~1 min walk
Casa Museo Ricardo Palma — 258 m · ~3 min walk
La Tarima Café Concert — 59 m · ~1 min walk
Mesas Ajedrez — 184 m · ~2 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 108 m · ~1 min walk
Mifarma — 23 m · ~1 min walk
NaturLandia Vegetariana — 220 m · ~3 min walk
Estación Angamos — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Peruvian Sol, PEN
Change money at banks or official exchange houses (casas de cambio) in Miraflores or the city centre; avoid airport and tourist bureaux for poor rates.
Major credit/debit cards widely accepted in supermarkets, restaurants, and hotels; small shops and market stalls may only take cash; contactless is common but less so for small amounts.
Restaurants: 5-10% if service not included. Taxis: round up fare or small tip not expected. Hotel staff: 2-5 soles per bag or per day for housekeeping.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A basic coffee at a local bakery or café is 3-5 soles; buy from a market kiosk for around 2-3 soles.
Menú del día (soup, main, drink) at a small restaurant: 8-15 soles.
Main course at a casual local eatery: 12-20 soles.
Around plazas, markets and near transport hubs: anticuchos, empanadas, churros; full meal for 5-10 soles.
Plaza Vea and Metro supermarkets are common in this area; prices moderate.
Mercado Central de Lima and Gamarra district for cheap clothing; Avenida Grau has some small bazaars.
Metropolitano bus system costs 3.50 soles per ride on a rechargeable card; from the airport, take the Airport Express bus (approx 8 soles) or a local bus to Avenida Grau (around 2-3 soles).
Eat at menú restaurants for lunch rather than dinner. Use the Metropolitano and avoid taxis hailed on the street for short fares. Buy water and snacks from supermarkets not convenience stores.
Good to know — Lima
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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 Hotel Andesmar
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 108 m · ~1 min walk — pharmacy · Mifarma — 23 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 Hotel Andesmar?
Request a room on floors 3 or 4, facing away from Avenida Grau (towards the rear of the building). These mid-floors avoid street-level noise and are high enough to reduce foot traffic sounds from the lobby. The lift serves all floors but stops less frequently on these levels, giving you a quieter stay.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hotel Andesmar?
Avoid rooms on floor 1 (street-level noise from Avenida Grau and lobby activity) and floor 2, which may sit directly above the reception or any street-facing common areas. Rooms at the front of the hotel, especially lower floors, will pick up traffic and pedestrian noise from the avenue.
Is Hotel Andesmar noisy?
Avenida Grau is a main avenue in Lima’s historic centre, carrying constant traffic, including buses and taxis, from early morning until late evening. Street vendors and pedestrian noise may add to the din on lower floors. There’s no indication of soundproofed windows in a 3-star hotel, so expect street sounds if facing the front.
Which rooms have the best views at Hotel Andesmar?
Views from front-facing rooms on higher floors (3-4) overlook Avenida Grau and the surrounding cityscape—think busy streets and buildings, not landmarks. Rear-facing rooms offer quieter, less interesting views of interior courtyards or neighbouring structures.
What are insider tips for staying at Hotel Andesmar?
1. Request a rear-facing room when booking—call or email the hotel directly, as online systems rarely let you specify orientation. 2. If you’re in a front-facing room, use earplugs or ask for a fan for white noise; the hotel’s location near Avenida Grau makes morning traffic loud even with windows closed.
What time is check-in at Hotel Andesmar?
Check-in at Hotel Andesmar is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hotel Andesmar have Wi-Fi?
Free basic Wi-Fi (2 Mbps download) for all guests; no login—just a simple password printed on the keycard envelope. A paid upgrade (10 PEN per day) gives 10 Mbps.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hotel Andesmar?
10 PEN per person per night (foreign tourists only; exempt for Peruvians and residents).
Where can I eat cheaply near Hotel Andesmar?
Menú del día (soup, main, drink) at a small restaurant: 8-15 soles.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hotel Andesmar?
Metropolitano bus system costs 3.50 soles per ride on a rechargeable card; from the airport, take the Airport Express bus (approx 8 soles) or a local bus to Avenida Grau (around 2-3 soles).
When is the best time to visit Lima?
February and March for the warmest sea water, least fog and the summer festival energy; April still fine before the grey sets in.
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.