Your stay — Hotel Mallorca
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The Property — Hotel Mallorca
Hotel Mallorca is a no-fuss three-star in central Lima, a block from Plaza San Martín. The lobby has polished terrazzo floors, a small reception desk and a row of armchairs; it feels like a functional city hub rather than a boutique retreat. Rooms are clean and basic, with air conditioning and private bathrooms, and the USP is pure location: you can walk to the Presidential Palace, the Cathedral and the main squares. It suits budget-conscious travellers who plan to spend their days out exploring, not lounging in the hotel.
Chronicles of Lima
Lima was founded in 1535 by Francisco Pizarro as the 'City of the Kings', becoming the capital of the Spanish Viceroyalty of Peru. Its colonial core, with balconied mansions and plazas, sits beside a growing skyline of glass towers and 20th-century apartment blocks. The city's architecture ranges from Spanish Baroque churches to Art Deco cinemas and Brutalist government buildings, reflecting centuries of wealth and upheaval. Today Lima is a gritty, sprawling metropolis of 10 million, known for its world-class ceviche, coastal fog and a vibrant cultural scene rooted in both indigenous and immigrant traditions.
Best Time to Visit
Full Lima guide →Best months
May to September: winter (dry season) brings blue skies in the morning, cloud in the afternoon, and no rain — ideal for walking tours.
Peak / festival surge
July and August: Peruvian winter holidays and international visitors fill the city. Hotel Mallorca’s rates can rise 20–30%. The main driver is the Fiestas Patrias (28–29 July), with parades and civic events.
Budget shoulder season
April and October: still pleasant weather, fewer tourists, and hotel rates drop by a third or more compared to July.
Weather & packing
Lima in July is cool and overcast, with temperatures around 15–19°C and high humidity — it feels like a Scottish summer. Pack a light jacket or fleece for evenings; you will not need shorts, sunscreen or an umbrella (rain is virtually zero in winter).
Live City Briefing — Lima
- The main Avenida Abancay near the hotel has rebuilt sidewalks and new traffic signals, making the walk to the historic centre safer and less dusty.
- A new cevichería, El Muelle 28, opened in the Barrio Chino district two blocks away; it’s getting strong reviews for its tiradito.
- July 2026 is peak season for the Señor de los Milagros processions (though main event is in October); expect street closures around the Cathedral on weekends.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hotel Mallorca, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 3 or 4 facing the internal courtyard. These offer the best balance of quiet and natural light, as the courtyard buffers street noise from the avenue.
Rooms to avoid
Steer clear of rooms on floor 1 (directly above street, near lobby traffic) and any room facing the front of the hotel onto the main road – Lima's traffic honking starts early.
Best views
Front-facing rooms on floor 4 offer a clear view of Lima's skyline and the Pacific haze – the best you'll get at 3-star level. Courtyard views are green but limited.
Quietest floors
Floors 3–4 are the quietest; the central stair/lift core absorbs sound, and street noise drops off above the second floor.
🔊 Noise notes
Street noise from the Avenida – buses, mototaxis, and horns – is constant until late. The hotel's internal courtyard can echo with guest conversations in the evening.
Insider tips
1. Ask reception for a 'quiet guarantee' room – they often hold a few courtyard-facing doubles on floor 3 for late requests. 2. If arriving by car, park on the side street (free after 6pm) rather than paying for the hotel's tight garage.
- 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 Mallorca
Free for guests. Claimed speed: 10 Mbps down, 2 Mbps up. Login via room number and surname.
One lift serves all 5 floors; no stairs-only sections.
No daily papers. A few copies of El Comercio are available at the front desk on request.
Check-in from 14:00. Early bag drop available with no extra charge. Late check-out until 18:00 costs 50% of the nightly rate; after 18:00, full night charged.
Free for same-day arrivals and departures; no overnight storage.
Step-free entrance from street curb. Lift is wide enough for a standard wheelchair, but doorways into rooms are 70 cm, narrow for larger chairs. No roll-in shower in any room.
No on-site or valet parking. Nearest public car park is 'Estacionamiento El Pardo' at Av. La Marina 450, $5 USD per 12 hours. No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: A 50% advance deposit is charged at booking. At check-in, a $100 USD incidental hold is placed on your card; refunded within 10 days of departure if no extras.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: La Iglesia de Jesucristo de los Santos de los Últimos Días (154 m · ~2 min walk)
- Church: Parroquia San Juan Macías (770 m · ~10 min walk)
- Church: Parroquia Virgen de La Merced (775 m · ~10 min walk)
- Church: La Iglesia de Jesucristo de los Santos de los Últimos Días (931 m · ~12 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
La Rambla — 1.5 km · ~18 min walk
Parque Ernesto García Calderón — 169 m · ~2 min walk
Museo de la Nación — 1.4 km · ~18 min walk
Teatro Nacional del Perú — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk
Coney Park — 1.4 km · ~18 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
Farmacia García — 533 m · ~7 min walk
Listo! — 529 m · ~7 min walk
Movil Bus — 438 m · ~5 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Peruvian Sol, PEN
Use ATMs in Miraflores or San Isidro for better rates; avoid exchange bureaux at Jorge Chávez Airport and tourist areas, which give poor rates.
Visa/Mastercard accepted widely in shops, restaurants, and supermarkets; contactless common; smaller markets and taxis still prefer cash.
Restaurants: 10% if no service charge; taxis: round up; hotel porters: 3–5 soles per bag; no need to tip street vendors.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Small café americano or filter coffee at a local bakery or market stall: 5–7 PEN.
Menú del día (soup, main, drink) at a simple comedor: 12–18 PEN.
Main dish at a pollería (grilled chicken joint): 15–20 PEN.
Anticuchos (grilled heart skewers) from street carts in Parque Kennedy or around Plaza San Martín; ceviche stalls in Mercado Surquillo.
Plaza Vea or Wong supermarkets in Miraflores and San Isidro for everyday items.
Real Plaza or MegaPlaza malls have budget chains like Ripley; Gamarra district downtown for wholesale-priced clothing.
Metro Lima (train line 1) costs 1.50 PEN per ride; from airport, take airport shuttle (15–20 PEN to Miraflores) or a regular bus to Av. Javier Prado.
Eat lunch at menú spots instead of tourist restaurants; use collectivo vans for short trips within the city (2–3 PEN); buy drinks from bodegas not minimarkets.
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 Mallorca
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk — pharmacy · Farmacia García — 533 m · ~7 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 Mallorca?
Request a room on floors 3 or 4 facing the internal courtyard. These offer the best balance of quiet and natural light, as the courtyard buffers street noise from the avenue.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hotel Mallorca?
Steer clear of rooms on floor 1 (directly above street, near lobby traffic) and any room facing the front of the hotel onto the main road – Lima's traffic honking starts early.
Is Hotel Mallorca noisy?
Street noise from the Avenida – buses, mototaxis, and horns – is constant until late. The hotel's internal courtyard can echo with guest conversations in the evening.
Which rooms have the best views at Hotel Mallorca?
Front-facing rooms on floor 4 offer a clear view of Lima's skyline and the Pacific haze – the best you'll get at 3-star level. Courtyard views are green but limited.
What are insider tips for staying at Hotel Mallorca?
1. Ask reception for a 'quiet guarantee' room – they often hold a few courtyard-facing doubles on floor 3 for late requests. 2. If arriving by car, park on the side street (free after 6pm) rather than paying for the hotel's tight garage.
What time is check-in at Hotel Mallorca?
Check-in at Hotel Mallorca is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hotel Mallorca have Wi-Fi?
Free for guests. Claimed speed: 10 Mbps down, 2 Mbps up. Login via room number and surname.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hotel Mallorca?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Hotel Mallorca?
Menú del día (soup, main, drink) at a simple comedor: 12–18 PEN.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hotel Mallorca?
Metro Lima (train line 1) costs 1.50 PEN per ride; from airport, take airport shuttle (15–20 PEN to Miraflores) or a regular bus to Av. Javier Prado.
When is the best time to visit Lima?
May to September: winter (dry season) brings blue skies in the morning, cloud in the afternoon, and no rain — ideal for walking tours.
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.