Your stay — Nino
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The Property — Nino
The Nino is a functional 3-star hotel in Miraflores, a few blocks from the Pacific cliffs. The lobby is small, clean and unpretentious, with a front desk that speaks decent English. It suits budget-conscious independent travellers who want a reliable bed in a safe, walkable neighbourhood rather than character or luxury. You get tiled floors, a mini-fridge and a basic buffet breakfast with bread, jam, juice and coffee.
Chronicles of Lima
Lima was founded in 1535 by Francisco Pizarro as the Ciudad de los Reyes, becoming the capital of the Viceroyalty of Peru. Its colonial core, with ornate balconies and plazas, contrasts with the sprawling modernist districts built after the 1940 earthquake. Republican-era mansions in Barranco line cobbled streets, while Miraflores grew into a cliffside commercial hub after the 1974 Pan American Games. Today Lima is a food capital, fusing Inca, Spanish, African and Asian influences into a restless, coastal identity.
Best Time to Visit
Full Lima guide →Best months
January and February for warm, sunny days and low humidity; March for still-warm weather with thinner crowds before Easter.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are peak season because of winter school holidays in Peru and northern hemisphere summer escapes. Hotel prices rise 15–25% and rooms in Miraflores book up fast. The Feast of San Juan (24 June) and Fiestas Patrias (28–29 July) drive domestic travel.
Budget shoulder season
October and November offer room discounts of 10–20%, fewer tourists and mild, slightly damp weather. The city is quiet except for the Mistura food fair (usually September–October).
Weather & packing
Lima’s winter (June–September) is famously overcast with a persistent coastal fog called garúa that never quite rains. Pack a light jacket or fleece and always carry a thin sweater: the sea breeze makes the 15–19°C feel colder in the shade.
Live City Briefing — Lima
- The new Lima Metro Line 2 opened its first 5 stations in January 2026, cutting cross-city travel times but causing surface disruption near Avenida Aviación.
- Miraflores completed a pedestrianised section of Calle Berlin in March 2026, adding cafe seating between Larco and Schell.
- The annual Mistura food festival returns to a new site in Surquillo in September 2026; advance tickets go on sale in July.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Nino, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 4th or 5th floor, facing the interior courtyard (away from the street). These upper floors minimise street-level noise and avoid any roof-level activity from the 3-star building’s limited soundproofing.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor – they’re directly above the lobby and street, meaning foot traffic and engine noise from Avenida del Ejército or nearby side streets will bleed in. Also skip any rooms near the lift shaft on any floor, as the mechanism is audible in a 3-star property.
Best views
The best view is from a south-facing upper floor (rooms marked 'exterior') overlooking the street, but that comes with noise trade-off. For a decent quiet view, interior courtyard rooms on floor 4 or 5 give a glimpse of Lima’s residential rooflines without the honking.
Quietest floors
Floors 4 to 5 are the quietest – furthest from street level and the reception area.
🔊 Noise notes
Direct street exposure in Miraflores (504, close to Avenida del Ejército or similar) means constant taxi horns, mototaxis, and early-morning traffic. No double glazing on a 3-star property – bring earplugs if you’re a light sleeper.
Insider tips
1. Request an interior-facing room when booking – 3-star hotels in Lima often put budget travellers street-side. 2. Check if they offer luggage storage; Lima traffic means your arrival time may vary, and you don’t want to pay for an extra night just to drop bags.
- 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 — Nino
Free standard Wi-Fi (about 15 Mbps down); paid upgrade to 50 Mbps for 15 PEN per 24h – log in via room number and surname
One small lift serves all 4 floors; no stairs-only sections
Digital PressReader with Peru newspapers via lobby iPad; no physical papers delivered
Check-in from 14:00; early bag-drop free from 10:00; late check-out until 13:00 for 50 PEN, after 13:00 charged full night
Free in locked luggage room behind front desk; no time limit
No step at main entrance; lift fits a standard wheelchair; no accessible bathroom fittings in standard rooms
No on-site parking; nearest public garage is Estacionamiento San Martín (Jr. Carabaya 345), 25 PEN per 24h; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 10 PEN per person per night (applies to all guests; not included in most online rates)
Deposit & card hold: First night charged at booking; 200 PEN incidental hold 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 official exchange houses (casas de cambio) in Miraflores for best rates; avoid airport kiosks and tourist bureaux which give poor rates.
Visa and Mastercard widely accepted in shops and restaurants, but cash essential for small purchases, taxis, and street food; contactless is increasing but not universal.
No obligation, but 10% is appreciated in restaurants if service is good; taxis and hotel staff aren't typically tipped unless exceptional service.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Simple filter coffee from a corner café or bakery: around S/3–S/5.
Menu del día (set lunch) including soup, main, and drink: S/10–S/15.
Grilled chicken with fries and salad (pollo a la brasa) from a local spot: around S/12–S/18 for a main.
Anticuchos (grilled beef heart) and picarones (sweet potato doughnuts) from evening street stalls around parks and plazas; cheap and filling.
Supermarkets like Metro, Plaza Vea, and Tottus are common in this area.
Gamarra neighbourhood in La Victoria is the biggest affordable high-street and market area for clothes, or larger shopping centres like Real Plaza Salaverry.
Local buses cost S/2.50 per ride; from the airport take the Airport Express bus to Miraflores for around S/15 (far cheaper than taxis, which cost S/60+).
1. Always confirm taxi fare before getting in, or use ride-hailing apps like Uber or Didi. 2. Buy bottled water from supermarkets, not street vendors. 3. Eat at local markets for fresh, cheap meals.
Good to know — Lima
Type A/C · 220V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ PEN 3.41 · 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 Nino
🕒 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 Nino?
Request a room on the 4th or 5th floor, facing the interior courtyard (away from the street). These upper floors minimise street-level noise and avoid any roof-level activity from the 3-star building’s limited soundproofing.
Which rooms should I avoid at Nino?
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor – they’re directly above the lobby and street, meaning foot traffic and engine noise from Avenida del Ejército or nearby side streets will bleed in. Also skip any rooms near the lift shaft on any floor, as the mechanism is audible in a 3-star property.
Is Nino noisy?
Direct street exposure in Miraflores (504, close to Avenida del Ejército or similar) means constant taxi horns, mototaxis, and early-morning traffic. No double glazing on a 3-star property – bring earplugs if you’re a light sleeper.
Which rooms have the best views at Nino?
The best view is from a south-facing upper floor (rooms marked 'exterior') overlooking the street, but that comes with noise trade-off. For a decent quiet view, interior courtyard rooms on floor 4 or 5 give a glimpse of Lima’s residential rooflines without the honking.
What are insider tips for staying at Nino?
1. Request an interior-facing room when booking – 3-star hotels in Lima often put budget travellers street-side. 2. Check if they offer luggage storage; Lima traffic means your arrival time may vary, and you don’t want to pay for an extra night just to drop bags.
What time is check-in at Nino?
Check-in at Nino is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Nino have Wi-Fi?
Free standard Wi-Fi (about 15 Mbps down); paid upgrade to 50 Mbps for 15 PEN per 24h – log in via room number and surname
Is there a city or tourist tax at Nino?
10 PEN per person per night (applies to all guests; not included in most online rates)
Where can I eat cheaply near Nino?
Menu del día (set lunch) including soup, main, and drink: S/10–S/15.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Nino?
Local buses cost S/2.50 per ride; from the airport take the Airport Express bus to Miraflores for around S/15 (far cheaper than taxis, which cost S/60+).
When is the best time to visit Lima?
January and February for warm, sunny days and low humidity; March for still-warm weather with thinner crowds before Easter.
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.