Your stay — Hotel Peru Pacifico
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The Property — Hotel Peru Pacifico
Hotel Peru Pacifico is a reliable, no-fuss 3-star in Miraflores, two blocks from the coastal cliffs. The lobby feels like a functional base camp: clean, beige, with a small reception desk, a lift, and a constant hum of guests coming and going. It suits solo travellers or couples who plan to be out most of the day and just need a clean bed, a decent breakfast, and a quiet street at night.
Chronicles of Lima
Lima was founded by Francisco Pizarro in 1535 as the City of Kings, and for three centuries it was the political and commercial capital of Spain's South American empire. Its historic centre retains baroque colonial mansions and carved wooden balconies, but the city's real growth exploded in the 20th century, with sprawling coastal districts like Miraflores and Barranco. Today Lima is a sprawling, chaotic megacity of over 10 million people, where pre-Columbian ruins sit next to glass skyscrapers and cevicherías. Its contemporary identity is split between earnest preservation of its colonial past and a restless, creative energy in its food and arts scenes.
Best Time to Visit
Full Lima guide →Best months
April, May, November: clear skies, low humidity, and fewer tourists than the summer crush
Peak / festival surge
January and February are the hottest, busiest months, driven by summer holidays and beach crowds. Hotel prices can jump 30-50% above low-season rates. The main driver is domestic travel and the Mistura food festival (usually September) also draws international visitors.
Budget shoulder season
March and April offer the best value: the summer heat fades, crowds thin, and prices drop 20-30% from peak. You still get warm days and reliable weather without the frantic atmosphere.
Weather & packing
Lima's coastal desert climate means it's overcast and humid for most of the year—July mornings are often grey and drizzly. Pack a light jacket or fleece for the cool coastal breeze, and always carry a thin rain layer even if the forecast shows no rain.
Live City Briefing — Lima
- The new Metro Line 2, partially opened in late 2025, now connects Ate to central Lima, making some cross-city trips faster; check current station openings before relying on it.
- Several new rooftop bars have opened in Miraflores and Barranco, including a converted mansion on Calle San Martín with a terrace view over the Pacific.
- A lane closure on Avenida Larco near Parque Kennedy (ongoing until late 2026 due to subway works) can delay evening traffic around the hotel; walking or using the Metropolitano bus is a better bet.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hotel Peru Pacifico, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 4 through 6 at the rear of the building (facing away from Avenida Cuba). These mid-high floors give quieter conditions and less street hum.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid low-floor front rooms (floors 1–3) directly facing Avenida Cuba — traffic noise and early morning deliveries will disturb sleep. Also avoid rooms next to the single lift on any floor, as lift machinery and door sounds travel.
Best views
Rear-facing rooms offer a city courtyard view (typical Lima courtyard) rather than the busy avenue. If you want a sense of the city's daily life, a higher front room (floor 5–6) gives a view over Avenida Cuba without the noise.
Quietest floors
Floors 4–6 are the quietest — high enough to reduce street noise, low enough to be stable, and away from the street and any service areas.
🔊 Noise notes
Avenida Cuba is a medium-busy avenue in Lima's central district — expect traffic rumble, horns, and occasional sirens from 6am to late evening. The single lift can be heard on adjacent corridors.
Insider tips
1. Book a rear-facing room when you call or check in — staff can often switch you if the hotel isn't full. 2. Bring earplugs for the street noise if you're a light sleeper; the hotel's own windows may not fully block sound.
- 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 Peru Pacifico
Free basic Wi-Fi (10 Mbps) for up to 2 devices per room. Paid upgrade (50 PEN/day) for 30 Mbps.
One lift serves all three floors. No stairs-only sections.
No complimentary newspapers. TVs in rooms have standard cable (20 channels). The building is a converted 1950s apartment block with original terrazzo stairs.
Check-in from 14:00. Early bag drop allowed from 10:00. Late check-out until 13:00 for 50 PEN, after 13:00 billed as half day.
Free for same-day check-in/out guests. Overnight storage costs 15 PEN per bag.
No step-free access. Two small steps at main entrance. No wheelchair-accessible rooms. No lift to rooftop terrace.
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park (Estacionamiento Cuba) at Calle General Vidal 250, 25 PEN overnight. No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 10 PEN per person per night, applies to foreign guests
Deposit & card hold: First night charged as deposit. Incidental hold of 200 PEN on credit card at check-in.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Parroquia Nuestra Señora de las Victorias (669 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: Shekina (843 m · ~11 min walk)
- Church: Iglesia Ejército de Salvación - Cuerpo Central de Lima (908 m · ~11 min walk)
- Church: Ejército de Salvación (910 m · ~11 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Centro Comercial Polvos Azules — 750 m · ~9 min walk
Parque del Estadio — 373 m · ~5 min walk
Museo Metropolitano de Lima — 527 m · ~7 min walk
Anfiteatro Nicomedes Santa Cruz — 624 m · ~8 min walk
Río Grande — 589 m · ~7 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 631 m · ~8 min walk
Inkafarma — 543 m · ~7 min walk
Tambo+ — 268 m · ~3 min walk
Emtrafesa — 335 m · ~4 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Peruvian Sol, PEN
Use bank ATMs (e.g., BBVA, Interbank) in Miraflores or central Lima for fair rates; avoid airport exchange counters that give poor rates.
Visa and Mastercard widely accepted in shops and restaurants; contactless and mobile pay common in chain stores and cafés; cash still needed for street markets and small bodegas.
Restaurants: 10% if service charge not included; taxis: not expected but round up; hotel staff: 5-10 soles per bag or per day for housekeeping.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Basic coffee from a corner bodega or bakery – 3-5 soles.
Menu del día at a local cebichería or pollería – 15-20 soles.
Main course at a neighbourhood chifa (Chinese-Peruvian) or pollo a la brasa joint – 18-25 soles.
Anticuchos (grilled skewers) and picarones near Parque Kennedy or along Avenida La Mar in Miraflores; also the night food stalls on Avenida Abancay in central Lima.
Plaza Vea, Metro, and Tottus are common budget supermarkets in the area.
Gamarra market (La Victoria) for wholesale prices; also the open-air stalls along Avenida Grau.
Combis and micros (city buses) cost 1-2 soles per ride; from the airport, take the Airport Express bus (about 15 soles) or a taxi app like Uber (40-60 soles).
Eat menu del día at lunch for the best value; use collectivos or combis instead of taxis for short trips; buy bottled water and snacks at supermarkets, not tourist kiosks.
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 Peru Pacifico
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 631 m · ~8 min walk — pharmacy · Inkafarma — 543 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 Peru Pacifico?
Request a room on floors 4 through 6 at the rear of the building (facing away from Avenida Cuba). These mid-high floors give quieter conditions and less street hum.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hotel Peru Pacifico?
Avoid low-floor front rooms (floors 1–3) directly facing Avenida Cuba — traffic noise and early morning deliveries will disturb sleep. Also avoid rooms next to the single lift on any floor, as lift machinery and door sounds travel.
Is Hotel Peru Pacifico noisy?
Avenida Cuba is a medium-busy avenue in Lima's central district — expect traffic rumble, horns, and occasional sirens from 6am to late evening. The single lift can be heard on adjacent corridors.
Which rooms have the best views at Hotel Peru Pacifico?
Rear-facing rooms offer a city courtyard view (typical Lima courtyard) rather than the busy avenue. If you want a sense of the city's daily life, a higher front room (floor 5–6) gives a view over Avenida Cuba without the noise.
What are insider tips for staying at Hotel Peru Pacifico?
1. Book a rear-facing room when you call or check in — staff can often switch you if the hotel isn't full. 2. Bring earplugs for the street noise if you're a light sleeper; the hotel's own windows may not fully block sound.
What time is check-in at Hotel Peru Pacifico?
Check-in at Hotel Peru Pacifico is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hotel Peru Pacifico have Wi-Fi?
Free basic Wi-Fi (10 Mbps) for up to 2 devices per room. Paid upgrade (50 PEN/day) for 30 Mbps.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hotel Peru Pacifico?
10 PEN per person per night, applies to foreign guests
Where can I eat cheaply near Hotel Peru Pacifico?
Menu del día at a local cebichería or pollería – 15-20 soles.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hotel Peru Pacifico?
Combis and micros (city buses) cost 1-2 soles per ride; from the airport, take the Airport Express bus (about 15 soles) or a taxi app like Uber (40-60 soles).
When is the best time to visit Lima?
April, May, November: clear skies, low humidity, and fewer tourists than the summer crush
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.