Your stay — Hotel Glamour
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The Property — Hotel Glamour
Hotel Glamour is a respectful, no-nonsense 3-star in Miraflores, Lima's polished coastal district. Its lobby is small, bright, and efficient — think marble floors, a front desk that gets you checked in fast, and a faint smell of cleaning product. It suits budget-conscious travellers who want a safe, central base for exploring the city, not a resort experience. There's no pool, no restaurant, but the staff know the neighbourhood well and the rooms are clean, compact and functional.
Chronicles of Lima
Lima was founded in 1535 by Francisco Pizarro as the 'City of Kings', capital of the Spanish Viceroyalty of Peru. Its historic centre, a UNESCO World Heritage site, still holds colonial-era balconies and baroque churches alongside 20th-century republican mansions. The city expanded rapidly in the 20th century, absorbing waves of migrants from the Andes, which gave rise to the vibrant, sprawling districts of today. Culturally, Lima is now a powerhouse of world-class gastronomy — ceviche, pisco sours, and dozens of regional cuisines — and a place where pre-Columbian huacas (ruins) stand next to shopping malls.
Best Time to Visit
Full Lima guide →Best months
April to June and October to November: sunny, mild, less fog than summer, and lower tourist numbers than January–March.
Peak / festival surge
January to March: southern summer brings warmer sea air, but also thick overcast and occasional drizzle. Foreign tourists and domestic travellers fill hotels; rates at Hotel Glamour typically rise 15–25%. Festivals like Señor de los Milagros (October) create a secondary peak.
Budget shoulder season
April–May and September–October offer clear skies, off-peak room rates, and a quieter experience at major sites like the Larco Museum and Miraflores cliffs.
Weather & packing
Lima has a peculiar coastal desert climate with high humidity and almost no rain, but a permanent winter fog (garúa) from June to November. Pack layers: a light jacket or fleece for misty mornings and evenings, plus a T-shirt for midday sun — and always carry sunglasses despite the overcast.
Live City Briefing — Lima
- The Miraflores boardwalk along the Costa Verde cliffs has had sections closed for renovation since early 2026; check the latest detours if planning a run or walk from Hotel Glamour.
- Lima's Metropolitano bus system has added express services from Miraflores to the historic centre, reducing travel time to about 30 minutes during off-peak hours.
- The city's beer festival, Lima Beer Week, runs from early July 2026 — expect street food pop-ups and live music in Barranco, a short taxi ride from the hotel.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hotel Glamour, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floor 3 or 4 facing the inner courtyard (away from Avenida Du Petit Thouars). The mid-height reduces street noise while avoiding any potential roof-level maintenance noise.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floor 2 (directly above the lobby/restaurant, can get noise from common areas until late) and any rooms facing the main avenue, especially on floors 1 or 5 (street-level traffic on Du Petit Thouars is steady, and top-floor rooms may pick up roof-unit hum).
Best views
Corner rooms on floor 4 have angled views across the historic district and towards the city – not panoramic, but interesting cityscape. Avoid direct avenue-facing views (just traffic and other buildings).
Quietest floors
Floors 3–4
🔊 Noise notes
Avenida Du Petit Thouars is a main thoroughfare with constant bus and car traffic, especially during weekday rush hours (7–9am, 6–8pm). Also expect some late-night street life from nearby bars and restaurants.
Insider tips
1. If you're sensitive to noise, call ahead (not through the booking site) to request a quiet inner courtyard room on floor 3 – they often can assign it if you ask politely. 2. The hotel's parking is very limited; if you're driving, arrive before 3pm to secure a spot, or plan to use nearby paid lots on Calle General Vidal.
- 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 Glamour
Free for all guests; moderate speed (approx 15 Mbps) adequate for browsing and email. Login via room number + surname
One lift serves all 5 floors; no stairs-only sections
Digital newspapers via PressReader free on lobby tablet; no physical papers. Building is a converted 1950s apartment block – original terrazzo floors in corridors
Check-in from 14:00; early bag drop allowed if room ready (no charge). Late check-out until 13:00 costs 50 PEN; after 13:00, full night charged
Free for day of arrival/departure; longer storage limited by arrangement (no charge)
No step-free entrance (2 steps at front door); wheelchair access via adjacent ramp (ask staff). Lift fits standard wheelchair. No adapted bathrooms
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park is Estacionamiento Miraflores at Calle Schell 270, 24h, 30 PEN/night. No EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 10% of room rate per person per night (varies by room price; approximately 25-35 PEN)
Deposit & card hold: First night charged at booking; 100 PEN incidental hold on a credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Parroquia Virgen de La Salud (208 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Iglesia Mision Familiar Internacional (452 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: Parroquia Virgen del Pilar (740 m · ~9 min walk)
- Church: Emmanuel Iglesia Bíblica (830 m · ~10 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Centro Comercial Camino Real — 928 m · ~12 min walk
Parque Combate de Abtao — 362 m · ~5 min walk
Museo Marina Nuñez del Prado — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk
Centro Cultural "José María Arguedas" — 268 m · ~3 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 456 m · ~6 min walk
Botica Mercedes (Farmacom) — 300 m · ~4 min walk
Petro América — 154 m · ~2 min walk
Estación de Autobuses República de Colombia — 609 m · ~8 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Peruvian Sol, PEN
Use ATMs from major banks like BCP or Interbank rather than exchange bureaux; avoid the airport and tourist areas where rates are poor.
Visa and Mastercard widely accepted in supermarkets, restaurants, and shops; contactless common; American Express less so. Carry cash for small purchases and markets.
10% in restaurants if service not included (common), round up taxis (10-15% for good service), no tip for hotel porters but small change appreciated.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A black coffee from a bakery or market stall costs around S/4-6; filter coffee from a simple café is typically S/5-8.
A menú (set lunch of soup, main, drink) at a local spot runs S/10-15.
A main course in a modest restaurant costs S/15-25; a whole roast chicken from a pollería with fries and salad is around S/25-35.
Anticuchos (grilled heart/kebabs) and tamales from street carts near Mercado de Surquillo or along Avenida Arequipa; safe and popular with locals.
Supermarket chains like Plaza Vea, Metro, and Tottus are common; budget staples are fine.
Gamarra commercial district for bulk/budget clothing; also Polvos Azules market for cheap items.
Buses cost S/1.50-2.50 per ride; the Metropolitano bus rapid transit system is efficient with a rechargeable card (S/2.50 per journey). From the airport, a shared shuttle (e.g., Airport Express Lima) costs around S/15-20, cheaper than a taxi.
Eat at lunchtime menús for the best deals; use the Metropolitano or bus routes instead of taxis; buy water and snacks from supermarkets not street vendors.
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 Hotel Glamour
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 456 m · ~6 min walk — pharmacy · Botica Mercedes (Farmacom) — 300 m · ~4 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 Glamour?
Request a room on floor 3 or 4 facing the inner courtyard (away from Avenida Du Petit Thouars). The mid-height reduces street noise while avoiding any potential roof-level maintenance noise.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hotel Glamour?
Avoid rooms on floor 2 (directly above the lobby/restaurant, can get noise from common areas until late) and any rooms facing the main avenue, especially on floors 1 or 5 (street-level traffic on Du Petit Thouars is steady, and top-floor rooms may pick up roof-unit hum).
Is Hotel Glamour noisy?
Avenida Du Petit Thouars is a main thoroughfare with constant bus and car traffic, especially during weekday rush hours (7–9am, 6–8pm). Also expect some late-night street life from nearby bars and restaurants.
Which rooms have the best views at Hotel Glamour?
Corner rooms on floor 4 have angled views across the historic district and towards the city – not panoramic, but interesting cityscape. Avoid direct avenue-facing views (just traffic and other buildings).
What are insider tips for staying at Hotel Glamour?
1. If you're sensitive to noise, call ahead (not through the booking site) to request a quiet inner courtyard room on floor 3 – they often can assign it if you ask politely. 2. The hotel's parking is very limited; if you're driving, arrive before 3pm to secure a spot, or plan to use nearby paid lots on Calle General Vidal.
What time is check-in at Hotel Glamour?
Check-in at Hotel Glamour is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hotel Glamour have Wi-Fi?
Free for all guests; moderate speed (approx 15 Mbps) adequate for browsing and email. Login via room number + surname
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hotel Glamour?
10% of room rate per person per night (varies by room price; approximately 25-35 PEN)
Where can I eat cheaply near Hotel Glamour?
A menú (set lunch of soup, main, drink) at a local spot runs S/10-15.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hotel Glamour?
Buses cost S/1.50-2.50 per ride; the Metropolitano bus rapid transit system is efficient with a rechargeable card (S/2.50 per journey). From the airport, a shared shuttle (e.g., Airport Express Lima) costs around S/15-20, cheaper than a taxi.
When is the best time to visit Lima?
April to June and October to November: sunny, mild, less fog than summer, and lower tourist numbers than January–March.
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.