Your stay — La Cabaña
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The Property — La Cabaña
La Cabaña feels like a modest, clean base camp in Miraflores with a small pool and a sun terrace. The lobby is tiled and functional, with a reception desk that moves quickly. It suits budget-conscious travellers who want a reliable sleep and easy access to the Malecón and Kennedy Park, without expecting personality or luxury.
Chronicles of Lima
Lima was founded by Francisco Pizarro in 1535 as the Ciudad de los Reyes, and its colonial core still shows in the Plaza Mayor and the Cathedral. The city grew rich on silver from the Andes, and later became the capital of the Viceroyalty of Peru. In the 20th century, the historic centre was joined by modern districts like Miraflores and Barranco, which now drive the city's cultural and culinary scene. Today, Lima is a sprawling, chaotic metropolis of ten million people, known for its world-class ceviche and its persistent coastal fog.
Best Time to Visit
Full Lima guide →Best months
December to March: warm, sunny days (25-28°C), low chance of drizzle, and the city is lively with outdoor events. Fewer foreign tourists than July, but more domestic visitors on holiday.
Peak / festival surge
January and February are peak for domestic tourism (summer holidays), plus the Feria del Libro in July. Hotel prices in Miraflores can jump 20-30% during January and February. July is also busy because of the Senor de los Milagros processions and the FilLima book fair.
Budget shoulder season
April and November: drier than winter months, cheaper hotels, and thinner crowds. The weather is pleasant (20-23°C) and the garúa fog hasn't set in fully.
Weather & packing
Lima's climate is dominated by the Humboldt Current, creating a persistent coastal fog (garúa) from May to October, with grey skies but no rain. Pack a lightweight waterproof jacket and a fleece for the cool evenings, even if the forecast says 'clear'.
Live City Briefing — Lima
- The new Metropolitano bus expansion to San Juan de Lurigancho started full service in 2025, reducing journey times from the airport to downtown by about 20 minutes.
- Miraflores has pedestrianised more streets around Parque Kennedy, including block 2 of Avenida Larco, to improve dining terraces and foot traffic.
- Several new cevicherías have opened along the Malecón, including La Picantería de la Costa, which offers free cooking classes on Sunday mornings.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to La Cabaña, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 4-6 at the rear of the building. These floors are high enough to reduce street noise from Avenida Arequipa but low enough for quick stair access if the single lift is busy. The rear orientation faces an internal courtyard, which is quieter than the front.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floor 2 directly above the lobby and bar — the music and chatter carry up until 11pm. Also skip any room ending in '01' or '02' as these are near the lift shaft and service door, with clatter from housekeeping trolleys from 7am.
Best views
Rooms at the rear of the building overlook the courtyard with some greenery; from floors 5-6 you might catch a sliver of the distant Andes on a clear day. Front rooms see Lima's busy street life — interesting but loud.
Quietest floors
Floors 4, 5, and 6 are the quietest — furthest from street noise and above the ground-floor functions, but within the lift's range.
🔊 Noise notes
The hotel sits on Avenida Arequipa, a six-lane artery with constant traffic, honking, and occasional sirens. The bar on the ground floor has live music Thursday to Saturday nights until 11pm. The single lift makes a low mechanical hum, most noticeable on adjacent rooms.
Insider tips
If available, ask for a room on floor 5 or 6 with a rear courtyard view — they're worth the upgrade fee (usually 20-30 soles). Check in after 3pm to avoid queueing for the lift with housekeeping during turn-down; the front desk can hold luggage if you arrive early and head to the Barranco district for a coffee.
- 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 — La Cabaña
Free basic WiFi (up to 4 Mbps) for all guests; no login or password required for common areas. A premium tier (20 Mbps, PEN 15 per day) is available and recommended for video calls.
One lift serves all four floors; no stairs-only sections.
Complimentary digital PressReader access via lobby tablet. No physical newspapers delivered.
Check-in from 14:00, check-out by 12:00. Early bag drop allowed at no charge after 10:00. Late check-out until 18:00 costs PEN 80 (subject to availability).
Free storage at the front desk for same-day arrivals/departures; overnight storage not permitted.
Step-free entrance at main door (ramp provided). Lift serves all floors. No specialist wheelchair-adapted rooms; narrow corridors may limit turning space.
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park is Estacionamiento Miraflores at Jr. Carrión 118, PEN 25 per night (24h). No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: First night charged as deposit at booking; incidental hold of PEN 200 at check-in.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Parroquia San Alfonso (525 m · ~7 min walk)
- Church: Santa Rosa de Lima (538 m · ~7 min walk)
- Place of worship: Niño Jesus (643 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: Iglesia Adventista del Séptimo Día (857 m · ~11 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
El Óvalo — 830 m · ~10 min walk
Parque Virgen del Carmen — 106 m · ~1 min walk
Teatro Municipal de Santa Anita — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 794 m · ~10 min walk
Boticas Mundo Salud — 172 m · ~2 min walk
Oxxo — 568 m · ~7 min walk
Óvalo Santa Anita — 845 m · ~11 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Peruvian Sol, PEN
Use ATMs for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at the airport and touristic spots, which give poor rates.
Cards accepted in most restaurants, shops, and hotels; contactless common; small street stalls and combis cash-only.
Not expected but appreciated: 5-10% at sit-down restaurants; tip porters 5-10 soles; no tip needed for taxis.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Filter coffee or espresso at a local café – around 5-7 soles.
Menu ejecutivo at a simple lunch spot: 15-20 soles for soup, main, and drink.
Main course at a local chifa or pollería: 18-25 soles.
Anticuchos stalls in Plaza de Armas or around Parque Kennedy; also emoliente carts for a warm drink.
Tottus, Plaza Vea, and Metro – all common in Lima with branches in Miraflores and nearby districts.
Gamarra district for cheap clothes (bargain hard); also Polvos Azules market in La Victoria.
Corredor bus (S/.1.50 per ride) or metro line 1 (S/.1.50); from the airport use the bus service to Miraflores for S/.10-15 rather than taxi.
Eat at market stalls or menú spots rather than tourist restaurants; buy bottled water from supermarkets (about S/.2-3); take the Corredor bus rather than taxis for shorter hops.
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 La Cabaña
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 794 m · ~10 min walk — pharmacy · Boticas Mundo Salud — 172 m · ~2 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 La Cabaña?
Request a room on floors 4-6 at the rear of the building. These floors are high enough to reduce street noise from Avenida Arequipa but low enough for quick stair access if the single lift is busy. The rear orientation faces an internal courtyard, which is quieter than the front.
Which rooms should I avoid at La Cabaña?
Avoid rooms on floor 2 directly above the lobby and bar — the music and chatter carry up until 11pm. Also skip any room ending in '01' or '02' as these are near the lift shaft and service door, with clatter from housekeeping trolleys from 7am.
Is La Cabaña noisy?
The hotel sits on Avenida Arequipa, a six-lane artery with constant traffic, honking, and occasional sirens. The bar on the ground floor has live music Thursday to Saturday nights until 11pm. The single lift makes a low mechanical hum, most noticeable on adjacent rooms.
Which rooms have the best views at La Cabaña?
Rooms at the rear of the building overlook the courtyard with some greenery; from floors 5-6 you might catch a sliver of the distant Andes on a clear day. Front rooms see Lima's busy street life — interesting but loud.
What are insider tips for staying at La Cabaña?
If available, ask for a room on floor 5 or 6 with a rear courtyard view — they're worth the upgrade fee (usually 20-30 soles). Check in after 3pm to avoid queueing for the lift with housekeeping during turn-down; the front desk can hold luggage if you arrive early and head to the Barranco district for a coffee.
What time is check-in at La Cabaña?
Check-in at La Cabaña is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does La Cabaña have Wi-Fi?
Free basic WiFi (up to 4 Mbps) for all guests; no login or password required for common areas. A premium tier (20 Mbps, PEN 15 per day) is available and recommended for video calls.
Is there a city or tourist tax at La Cabaña?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near La Cabaña?
Menu ejecutivo at a simple lunch spot: 15-20 soles for soup, main, and drink.
What is the cheapest way to get around from La Cabaña?
Corredor bus (S/.1.50 per ride) or metro line 1 (S/.1.50); from the airport use the bus service to Miraflores for S/.10-15 rather than taxi.
When is the best time to visit Lima?
December to March: warm, sunny days (25-28°C), low chance of drizzle, and the city is lively with outdoor events. Fewer foreign tourists than July, but more domestic visitors on holiday.
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.